BSF detains Pak intruder near border in Amritsar

BSF detained a Pakistani national, Husnain, after he illegally crossed the border near Amritsar. Apprehended between the fence and zero line, he was found with Pakistani currency and an identity card. Investigation is ongoing.

Chandigarh MC’s ad plan for public toilets stalls amid zero bids

Chandigarh's municipal corporation failed to attract private firms for advertising on public toilets, with zero bids received in three tender rounds. Officials blame stringent criteria and plan to revise strategy to generate revenue amid financial challenges.

Haryana: Council of Ministers condemns Punjab resolution amid water row

Haryana's Council of Ministers condemns Punjab's assembly resolution, rejecting water sharing. Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini criticizes Punjab's stance as unethical, arguing it violates Supreme Court directives and India's federal structure.

Sugar mills delaying payments to farmers will face strict action: Yogi

Yogi Adityanath warns sugar mills about delayed farmer payments, tying command area allocation to timely compensation. Government aims to boost sugarcane productivity, improve payment processes, and support farmers through strategic planning and technological innovations.

Bengaluru flier lauds Kannada announcement on flight from Paris: 'Warm welcome home'

A Bengaluru flier praised Air France for making in-flight announcements in Kannada, French, and English, sparking discussions about linguistic diversity and representation in air travel. The post highlighted the airline's recognition of regional languages.

2 end lives in Mohali

Two suicide incidents in Mohali: a 62-year-old stamp vendor shot himself at his office after leaving notes mentioning a woman, and a 24-year-old mason killed himself at his PG accommodation. Police are investigating both cases.

Haryana: Youth take anti-drug oath at Khattar’s event

During a sports event in Panipat, Manohar Lal Khattar inaugurated an MP Sports Competition, where youth took an anti-drug oath. The event emphasized promoting unity, health, and sports participation on Khattar's 71st birthday.

Chandigarh: Child rights body takes suo-moto cognisance of FIITJEE cheating case

Child rights body CCPCR issues advisory after FIITJEE coaching centre closure, urging parents to be vigilant. Recommends checking prospectus, ensuring transparent policies, and protecting students' rights amid ongoing cheating investigation.

Man found murdered near temple in Panchkula

A 40-year-old labourer, Sunil Kumar, was found brutally murdered near Gorakhnath Temple in Panchkula. With head and neck injuries, he was discovered in a pool of blood. Police have registered a murder case against an unidentified person.

Dam Safety Act attack on Punjab’s rights, must be annulled: Resolution

Punjab Assembly passed a resolution against the Dam Safety Act, calling it an attack on state rights. The AAP government demands the Act's immediate annulment, arguing it undermines state sovereignty and allows central government control over rivers and dams.

Eight people killed after SUV rams into stationary truck in Bihar’s Katihar

An SUV carrying wedding attendees lost control and crashed into a stationary tractor in Bihar's Katihar, killing eight people instantly and injuring two. The victims were returning from a marriage ceremony when the fatal accident occurred on State Highway 77.

Bhagwant Mann, Partap Bajwa spar over state’s riparian rights

Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann and Opposition Leader Partap Bajwa engaged in a heated debate over Punjab's water rights during an assembly session, exchanging accusations about mishandling riparian issues and demanding apologies from each other.

Electoral roll for J&K’s Nagrota segment published

Electoral roll for Nagrota segment finalized after special summary revision. Five new polling stations added, bringing total to 150. Political parties received copies, with public inspection available at polling stations and online. Voters advised to verify details.

Punjab passes bill relaxing criteria for appointing SC law officers

Punjab passes bill to lower income criteria for SC law officers, enabling more representation in the advocate general's office. The amendment aims to fill reserved seats by relaxing professional income requirements for Scheduled Caste candidates.

Residents assured on Elphinstone Bridge reconstruction

Elphinstone Bridge reconstruction meeting addresses residents' concerns, with officials promising cluster redevelopment details within ten days and local rehabilitation instead of Kurla relocation, pending further documentation and final agreements.

Rahul’s apology for 1984 riots ‘hypocritical and meaningless’, says Sukhbir

Sukhbir Singh Badal calls Rahul Gandhi's apology for 1984 Sikh riots "hypocritical," challenging him to address Congress's past actions and accountability for the genocide against Sikhs during his party's regime.