The Latest Breaking News from Punjab

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 · Jul 6

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…

The Economic Times · Jul 6

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…

The Economic Times · Jul 5

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 · Jul 3

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 · Jul 2

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 · Jul 2

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…

The Economic Times · Jul 1

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 Economic Times · Jul 1

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 Times of India · Jun 30

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…

The Economic Times · Jun 30