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Forgotten Punjabi soldiers of British Indian Army finally get WWI recognition after a century: Report

More than a century after the First World War, nearly 10,000 forgotten soldiers of the British Indian Army, many of them Punjabis, have finally been officially recognised for their wartime sacrifice.

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Punjab deserves to confront its past with honesty: SAD chief Sukhbir Badal on move against 'Satluj'

SAD chief Sukhbir Singh Badal has strongly condemned the abrupt removal of Diljit Dosanjh's film "Satluj" from ZEE5 in India, calling it an assault on Punjab's collective memory and freedom of expression. The movie, based on human rights activist Jaswant Singh Khalra's life and investigation into extrajudicial killings, faced censorship…

The Economic Times

Months before Satluj vanished, Honey Trehan told us why he kept hoping

Less than two days after its long-awaited release on OTT platform Zee5, Diljit Dosanjh-starrer Satluj, previously titled Punjab 95, has been taken down from the streaming service in India.

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Who was Jaswant Singh Khalra? The human rights activist who inspired Diljit Dosanjh’s movie Satluj, which has been removed from Zee5 just days after release in India

Jaswant Singh Khalra movie: Actor-singer Diljit Dosanjh's film 'Satluj', based on human rights activist Jaswant Singh Khalra, has been removed from Zee5 in India shortly after its release. The movie, which faced significant certification hurdles, sheds light on Khalra's courageous investigation into alleged illegal killings and secret cremations in Punjab…

The Economic Times

Weather Today and Tomorrow (July 6-7): Delhi, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, MP, Odisha, Kerala on high alert as IMD warns of heavy to extremely heavy rainfall, thunderstorms and lightning across India

Weather Today and Tomorrow: India's southwest monsoon is intensifying, with the IMD issuing multiple rainfall alerts for July 6-7. Heavy to extremely heavy downpours are expected across Gujarat, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Kerala, Karnataka, and Himalayan states. Residents are urged to exercise caution due to potential thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty…

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Air India fined Rs 60,000 for changing booked seats of senior couple, leaving hip replacement patient in cramped seat for 14-hour flight

Air India fined Rs 60,000: An elderly couple from Punjab's SBS Nagar district booked specific seats on an Air India flight for a long-haul journey. At boarding, the airline shifted them to seats with less legroom, separating the husband and wife and forcing a hip replacement patient to sit cramped…

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Tata Power offers 'pay-as-you-save' scheme with rooftop solar system for commercial users in Punjab

Tata Power Renewable Energy Limited has launched a 'pay-as-you-save' scheme in Ludhiana, enabling commercial and industrial consumers in Punjab to adopt rooftop solar systems with zero upfront cost. This initiative aims to install 200 megawatts of solar capacity over three years, allowing businesses to repay through savings-based EMIs or lease…

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Punjab revokes livestock transit levy, ending Kashmir mutton supply crisis

Kashmir's severe mutton shortage has ended after the Punjab government lifted an illegal levy on livestock transport vehicles. Following intervention from Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, who contacted his Punjab counterpart, the unauthorized fee collection has ceased. This resolution, achieved after days of negotiation by Kashmiri traders, ensures…

The Economic Times

Sukhjinder Randhawa meets Amit Shah over law and order situation amid Punjab Congress unrest

Punjab Congress leader Sukhjinder Randhawa met Union Home Minister Amit Shah, highlighting deteriorating law and order, gangsterism, and narco-terrorism in the border state. Randhawa expressed concerns about extortion and the misuse of mobile phones by inmates. This meeting occurs amidst internal party dissent over the state president's retention, with supporters…

The Economic Times

Punjab BJP seeks Rs 51,000 payout for women over AAP scheme delay

Punjab BJP chief Kewal Singh Dhillon has demanded the state government immediately transfer Rs 51,000 to every woman, citing a delay in fulfilling an AAP poll promise. He alleges the 'Mawan Dhiyan Satkar Yojna', offering Rs 1,000-1,500 monthly, falls short of the original guarantee for 51 months and excludes millions…

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Former Punjab CM Channi's supporters gather at his residence, demand he be made state Congress chief

Supporters of Charanjit Singh Channi, including former MLAs, gathered at his residence demanding he be made Punjab Congress chief. This follows the party's decision to retain Amrinder Singh Raja Warring in the role. Channi, a prominent Dalit leader, was appointed chairperson of the campaign committee. Many believe Channi's leadership is…

The Economic Times

Tata Power to install solar, battery energy systems across one lakh households in Punjab over three years

Tata Power Solaroof has launched 'Ghar Ghar Solar' in Punjab, aiming to equip one lakh households with rooftop solar and battery systems over three years. This initiative, supported by accessible financing and community programs like 'Mera Gaon, Mera Solar', seeks to boost clean energy adoption. The campaign aligns with government…

The Economic Times

Delhi NCR rains: IMD issues red alert for thunderstorms and heavy rainfall

Delhi-NCR weather: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for thunderstorms and heavy rainfall across the region, with the southwest monsoon set to advance further into North India, including Punjab, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh, after bringing a welcome drop in temperatures. Meanwhile, extremely heavy rainfall is also…

The Economic Times

Punjab levy row leaves Kashmir's wedding season facing a mutton crunch

Kashmir's wedding season is marred by a severe mutton shortage, with traders blaming an "illegal" levy imposed by Punjab on livestock. This alleged 'Goonda Tax' is disrupting supplies from Rajasthan and Delhi, causing significant financial losses and forcing some families to consider postponing celebrations. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has urged…

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IMD Weather Update: Yellow alert in Delhi-NCR as monsoon advances; thunderstorms alert in UP, Bihar, Rajasthan and other states

Delhi-NCR anticipates relief from heat with forecasts of light rain, thunderstorms, and gusty winds as the southwest monsoon advances. Several northern states, including Uttar Pradesh and Himachal Pradesh, are on alert for heavy rainfall and lightning. Temperatures across northwest India are expected to drop significantly by July 4, bringing much-needed…

The Times of India

Used 'abusive language' against officials: Group booked under colonial-era sedition law in Pakistan

Pakistani authorities have booked individuals under a colonial-era sedition law for alleged anti-government remarks and "abusive language" in Punjab. The case, stemming from a restaurant incident, also includes charges under the cybercrime act. Rights activists have voiced strong criticism, calling the move a severe blow to free speech amidst growing…

The Economic Times

Weather Tomorrow July 1: IMD issues rain alert for Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Kerala, Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand; predicts thunderstorms across several states. Full forecast here

Weather Tomorrow: India braces for active weather as the monsoon advances north. Rain, thunderstorms, and gusty winds are forecast across multiple states, with yellow alerts issued for Delhi, Himachal Pradesh, and Kerala. Temperatures are expected to drop in northwest India, offering relief from the heat. Residents are urged to stay…

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Modi Cabinet Reshuffle: 7 Young Faces Who May Enter

A major political shake-up may be just around the corner. With the Monsoon Session of Parliament approaching, speculation over Prime Minister Narendra Modi's next Cabinet reshuffle has reached a fever pitch. Every meeting, every political appointment, and every organisational change is now being viewed as a possible clue. While nothing…

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Drone loaded with heroin crashes in Pakistan's Punjab en route to India

A drone allegedly being used to smuggle narcotics into India crashed near the India-Pakistan border in Pakistan's Punjab province, police said on Monday.

The Economic Times

Sacrilege row: Akal Takht directs Punjab government to address objections on anti-sacrilege law within one month

Akal Takht Jathedar Giani Kuldip Singh Gargajj has given the Punjab government a month to amend the anti-sacrilege law, citing objections that it was enacted without consulting the Sikh Panth. He stressed that the Vidhan Sabha cannot dictate Sikh language and urged the government to avoid interfering in religious matters.…

The Economic Times

Punjab & Haryana HC judge Justice Mahabir Singh Sindhu passes away

Justice Mahabir Singh Sindhu, a respected judge of the Punjab and Haryana High Court, passed away at 59 in Gurugram. Elevated in 2017, he was known for his extensive legal practice and representation of various institutions. His career included significant roles as government counsel and advocate general for both Punjab…

The Economic Times

Ladakh fines Rs 2 lakh penalty on four tourists for illegal off-roading in protected areas

Ladakh authorities have levied a Rs 2 lakh fine on four tourists for illegal off-roading in protected wildlife areas, including Pangong Lake. This marks the first stringent action against such violations, aimed at preserving the region's fragile ecosystem. The offenders, from Himachal Pradesh, Chandigarh, Punjab, and Uttar Pradesh, were caught…

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SGPC endorses Akal Takht's decision against Bhagwant Mann, announces big meeting on July 5

The SGPC has backed the Akal Takht's declaration of Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann as 'Guru Dokhi' and 'Khalsa Panth Virodhi' following a controversial video. The committee resolved to pursue legal action and a police case against Mann, stating he lacks the moral authority to continue as chief minister. A large…

The Economic Times

Over 63,000 bank accounts linked to cyber frauds worth Rs 540 cr frozen over past one year: Punjab DGP

Punjab Police has taken decisive action against cyber fraud, freezing over 63,000 bank accounts linked to transactions worth ₹540.34 crore in the past year. Significant recoveries, totaling ₹64 crore since 2024, have been made and returned to victims. The crackdown has exposed organized cybercrime networks, with Jalandhar leading in frozen…

The Economic Times

In a U-turn, Punjab govt notifies VB-G RAM G scheme

Punjab's AAP government has notified the Viksit Bharat Guarantee Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission Gramin (VB-G RAM G) scheme, effective July 1, despite previously opposing it. The state assembly had unanimously passed a resolution against the Act in December, accusing the Centre of undermining MGNREGA. The Congress party has questioned the…

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