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  • Two gangsters demanding ransom arrested during police encounter

    Two gangsters demanding ransom arrested during police encounter

    Two country-made pistols, ammunition, and 110 intoxicating tablets recovered

    Jalandhar News: Under the special campaign launched by Punjab Police on the directions of the Punjab Government against smugglers, anti-social elements, and gangsters, the Jalandhar Rural Police have succeeded in arresting two dangerous gangsters demanding ransom during a police encounter, from whom a large quantity of intoxicating tablets, 2 illegal pistols, and ammunition have been recovered.

    Senior Superintendent of Police, Jalandhar Rural, Harvinder Singh Virk informed that this success was achieved by the team of DSP Shahkot Onkar Singh Barar, SHO Shahkot Police Station, Balwinder Singh Bhullar.

    The SSP informed that the Shahkot Sub-Division Police received information at 4:45 am on Monday about two suspicious youths in villages Sadikpur, Dhandowal, Talwandi Sanghera, Billi Chaharmi, Bhullar, Nawan Qila, Kotli Gajran, etc. Upon receiving the information, the senior officer immediately informed nearby police stations and senior officers through the Jalandhar Rural Control Room, and various police parties were sent for patrolling in the these areas. At around 6:15 AM, the police party tried to stop two masked youths riding a motorcycle on suspicion near the under-bridge at village Kotli Gajran on the road leading to the railway station, but they immediately turned the motorcycle to escape. 

    When the police party tried to stop the motorcycle riders, they fired upon the police party. The police party, in self-defense, fired back to catch the suspects, during which both accused were shot once each in their legs, and from the spot, two country-made 32-bore pistols, 5 rounds, 110 intoxicating tablets, and a motorcycle were recovered from their possession. After the police encounter, the accused were immediately sent for medical treatment to the Civil Hospital, Nakodar. He informed that the arrested accused have been identified as Lakhwinder Singh alias Khanna, resident of village Donewala Nawan, and Ajay Kumar alias Ajay Baba, resident of village Kandola Kalan. The SSP informed that initial investigation has revealed that both are members of a highly dangerous gang involved in drug smuggling, arms, and ransom, and 8 members of this gang were arrested recently by Lohian Police Station. The main leaders of this gang are sitting in America and England, and in the name of the gang leader, these people threaten various businessmen of the Lohian area demanding hefty ransom and are involved in large-scale drug trade. The SSP informed that various cases of ransom and attempt to murder have already been registered against them in different police stations, and they were absconding. He informed that Ajay Baba is also wanted in cases of firing, ransom, and supplying weapons to those doing reconnaissance cases registered in PS Sadar Nakodar and Lohian police stations. Similarly, Lakhwinder Singh alias Khanna is also wanted in 3 cases registered in Lohian Police Station related to ransom demands of Rs 50 lakh.

  • Four killed, over 20 injured as bus overturns after collision in Hoshiarpur

    Four killed, over 20 injured as bus overturns after collision in Hoshiarpur

    Hoshiarpur: Four people, including a child, were killed and over 20 others seriously injured when a bus overturned after colliding with a car in Punjab’s Hoshiarpur district on Monday morning.

    The accident took place near Adda Sagran on the Dasuya-Hajipur road when the bus, after colliding with a car coming from the opposite direction, lost control and overturned in the middle of the road.

    The impact led to chaos at the spot, with people rushing to help the injured amid cries for help.

    Police reached the spot and started rescue operations with the help of local residents. A JCB machine was used to pull out several passengers who were trapped inside the bus.

    The injured were taken to a local hospital, with more than 15 critically injured passengers referred to Amritsar Medical College for treatment.

    The occupants of the car reportedly suffered minor injuries, while several bus passengers remain in critical condition. Police have started an investigation into the cause of the accident.

  • Speaker calls Punjab Vidhan Sabha Session on 10 July 2025

    Speaker calls Punjab Vidhan Sabha Session on 10 July 2025

    Chandigarh 6 July 2025:

    The Punjab Vidhan Sabha Speaker S. Kultar Singh Sandhwan called the Punjab Vidhan Sabha, which was adjourned sine-die on 5th May, 2025, to meet at 11.00 A.M on Thursday, the 10th July, 2025 in the Punjab Vidhan Sabha Hall, Vidhan Bhavan Chandigarh, under second proviso to Rule 16 of the Rules of Procedure and Conduct of Business in the Punjab Vidhan Sabha (Punjab Legislative Assembly).

  • CM PLEDGES TO FURTHER MAKE PUNJAB NUMBER ONE IN EVERY SPHERE

    CM PLEDGES TO FURTHER MAKE PUNJAB NUMBER ONE IN EVERY SPHERE

     

    SAYS STATE HAS GOT FIRST RANK IN NAS DUE TO STRENUOUS EFFORTS OF THE STATE GOVERNMENT

     

    URGES TEACHERS TO KEEP THE STUDENTS ABREAST OF THE RICH CULTURAL HERITAGE OF THE STATE

     

    FUTURE OF 24 LAKH STUDENTS OF GOVERNMENT SCHOOLS IS NOW IN SAFE HANDS: SAYS MANISH SISODIA

     

    LAUDS PUNJAB GOVERNMENT FOR TRANSFORMING EDUCATION SECTOR IN THE STATE

     

    Sangrur, July 6:

     

    Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Sunday vowed to further make concerted efforts in the form of pro-people and development oriented policies for emerging Punjab as a frontrunner state in every sphere of life.

     

    Addressing the gathering during a function to mark Punjab’s accomplishment in National Achievements Survey, the Chief Minister said that due to strenuous efforts of the state government Punjab is today at number one in this survey whereas it was on 17th rank in 2017. He said that the teachers are the nation builders and they had played an important role in making Punjab number one. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that due to the concerted efforts of the state government, Punjab is today excelling in every sphere whether it is education or development.

     

    Urging the teachers to make the students abreast of the rich cultural heritage of the state, the Chief Minister said that it was imperative for the overall personality development of the students. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that it is also the need of hour to ensure that the students stay connected with their roots and excel in life. He said that the state government is laying major thrust on the skill development amongst the students to make them capable of living a life with dignity and pride.

     

    The Chief Minister said that education, health and power had acquired a centre stage in the political agenda of the parties due to the concerted efforts of AAP and its national convener Arvind Kejriwal. He said that prior to this none of the political parties had ever bothered about these core sectors that have been most important for a common man. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that every action of the state government is aimed at the well being of the common man adding that no stone should be left unturned for this noble cause.

     

    The Chief Minister said that the previous governments never paid heed towards imparting quality education to the students. He said that the sons and daughters of big leaders used to study in convent schools at hills due to which the government schools were never their thrust areas. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that instead of imparting education, the government schools were merely mid day meal centres during the previous regimes.

     

    The Chief Minister said that the state government is making tireless efforts to transform the destiny of the students by imparting quality education to them at the school level. He said that the state government had embarked on an education revolution in the state which has transformed the lives of students by bridging socio-economic gaps. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that the state government is according top priority to the education sector as nothing is more important than the well being of the students.

     

    The Chief Minister exuded confidence that the education sector in Punjab is now undergoing a significant transformation which will yield excellent results for government schools, further bolstering the endeavors of the government. He said that the Punjab government is transforming the infrastructure in the government schools and Punjab will surely emerge as a role model across the country. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that his government is focusing on fact to ensure that the services of teachers are duly utilized only for the purpose of education rather than any other work.

     

    The Chief Minister said that in a paradigm shift Parent Teacher Meetings (PTMs) were organized in the government schools adding that this was a regular practice earlier in private schools but was missing in government schools. He said that this is one of the best practices of education being adopted in these schools for the well-being of the students as Parents and teachers are able to communicate for the betterment of students. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that the state government has embarked on an era of education revolution in Punjab and no stone is being left unturned for giving boost to it.

     

    The Chief Minister expressed pride in the fact that over 54,000 jobs have been provided to the youth, purely on the basis of merit, without corruption or nepotism. He said this has made youth active participants in the socio-economic development of Punjab. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that every decision is being taken by the state government for the well being of the people and progress of the state.

     

    Earlier in his address, senior AAP leader Manish Sisodia said that quality education was a dream for the government schools as the education mafia had prevailed in the country. He said that education had taken a backseat during the previous regimes as they encouraged study in the privately owned schools which were managed by the bureaucrats and politicians. Manish Sisodia said that today Punjab has done wonders by achieving this herculean target adding that Punjab’s schools are scripting  a new success story.

     

    Manish Sisodia said that today the future of 24 lakh students of government schools is in the safe hands and the education revolution has been embarked in the state. He said that this has been made possible as the teachers, Principals and other staff have worked hard in consonance with the policies of the state government. Manish Sisodia said that it is a great achievement for which every stakeholder deserves kudos adding that this is the beginning as Punjab is scaling new heights in the education sector.

     

    On the occasion Cabinet Ministers Harpal Cheema, Aman Arora, Harjot Singh Bains and Barinder Goyal along with others were also present.

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  • Bikram Majithia sent to 14-day judicial custody

    Bikram Majithia sent to 14-day judicial custody

    Raid on Majithia’s CA exposes falsification – Majithia’s documents say one thing, recovered records say another

    Punjab News: In a significant development in the ongoing investigation into the disproportionate assets case against senior Akali Dal leader Bikram Singh Majithia, a local court on Sunday sent Majithia to 14 days of judicial custody. His vigilance remand was ending today, after which the prosecution sought judicial custody.

    Providing details, Additional Advocate General (AAG) Punjab, Ferry Sofat said, “An application was moved for judicial custody and the court has sent Bikram Majithia to judicial remand. He will be lodged in New Nabha Jail, and the next date of hearing is July 19, when he will be produced again.”

    During the course of the 12-day vigilance remand, several important leads and documents were recovered, Sofat informed. “The investigation has brought many new facts to light. The court has been apprised that if needed, the investigating agency may seek an additional three-day police remand in the future,” he said.

    One of the key breakthroughs came after various raids on Majithia’s properties in Shimla and Majitha, where several documents were seized. “What Majithia’s own documents stated is contradictory to what has emerged from the seized records,” Sofat said.

    The vigilance teams also conducted raids at various locations linked to Majithia in Shimla, Gorakhpur, and multiple sites in Delhi, uncovering more evidence. “If required, Majithia can be summoned again for questioning or for any further raids,” Sofat stated.

    He said that under the provisions of the new legal framework, the investigative agencies have the authority to apply for remand again if fresh material justifies it. “Any future action, including fresh remand, will be based on findings submitted under the BNSS Act,” he said.

    The case pertains to allegations of assets amassed by Akaki leader Bikram Majithia disproportionate to his known sources of income, and is being investigated by the Punjab Vigilance Bureau. The investigation is expected to continue in light of the new documents and evidence recovered.

  • CM Mann, Arvind Kejriwal pay tribute to late AAP leader Kashmir Singh Sohal in Tarn Taran

    CM Mann, Arvind Kejriwal pay tribute to late AAP leader Kashmir Singh Sohal in Tarn Taran

    Chandigarh: Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convener Arvind Kejriwal and Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann visited Tarn Taran on Sunday to attend the bhog ceremony of senior district leader and former MLA Dr Kashmir Singh Sohal, who passed away a few days ago.

    Kejriwal and Mann prayed for the spiritual peace of Dr Sohal and met the bereaved family to offer condolences. Speaking on the occasion, Mann said Dr Sohal’s demise was a great loss for the Aam Aadmi Party, describing him as a very honest legislator who worked extensively for his constituency.

    Mann added that the party stands firmly with the family during this difficult time.

    The visit of the top AAP leadership to Tarn Taran is also being seen as politically significant in the region.

  • Three SHOs transferred in Jalalabad after protests over drug-related deaths

    Three SHOs transferred in Jalalabad after protests over drug-related deaths

    Chandigarh: The recent deaths of youths due to alleged drug overdoses in Jalalabad sub-division have sparked protests by leaders of various political parties against the police, demanding action against drug smugglers and accountability for rising fatalities.

    Following the protests by Congress, Shiromani Akali Dal, and BJP leaders, the Fazilka district police have transferred three station house officers: Sachin Kumar (Jalalabad city), Amarjit Kaur (Jalalabad Sadar), and Angrez Kumar (Arniwala).

    However, official sources said the transfers were made on administrative grounds.

    Former Congress minister Hans Raj Josan, Shiromani Akali Dal Jalalabad leader Raju Khera, and BJP Fazilka district president Sukhwinder Singh Kamboj alleged that five people had recently died in the area due to drug use, demanding immediate action to curb the growing menace.

  • Akal Takht rejects Panj Pyaras’ decisions at Patna Sahib, summons committee members

    Akal Takht rejects Panj Pyaras’ decisions at Patna Sahib, summons committee members

    Amritsar: After an emergency gathering at Sri Akal Takht on Saturday evening, the Panj Singh Sahiban rejected the decisions taken by the Panj Pyaras of Takht Sri Patna Sahib on May 21 and today, terming them a gross violation of Akal Takht directives and an attempt to undermine its supremacy.

    In this matter, Additional Head Granthi of Takht Sri Patna Sahib, Bhai Gurdial Singh, and committee members Harpal Singh Johal and Dr. Gurmeet Singh have been declared salaried employees.

    The president of the Takht Sri Patna Sahib Prabandhak Committee, Jagjit Singh Sohi, along with other committee members, has been directed to appear before the Akal Takht within 15 days to present their side.

  • Dhanraj Pillay calls Nitin Kohli new hope for youth, says he can bring change from sports to politics

    Dhanraj Pillay calls Nitin Kohli new hope for youth, says he can bring change from sports to politics

    Jalandhar News: Former Indian hockey captain and Padma Shri awardee Dhanraj Pillay on Saturday described Nitin Kohli as a new hope for the youth and society, saying that people like him, with grassroots experience, can bring change from sports to politics.

    Pillay met Kohli, who is an industrialist, vice president of the All India Hockey Team, and central constituency in-charge, at his office in Jalandhar to discuss future strategies for sports, youth empowerment and social contribution.

    He praised Kohli’s efforts for the upliftment of hockey in Punjab, particularly in Jalandhar, and said that while there is no shortage of sports talent in the state, there is a need for guidance and resources. He said leaders like Kohli could play a crucial role in providing that support.

    “Kohli has not limited sports to mere competition but has embraced it as a means to bring change in the lives of young people. I see him as a leader who can use the experience gained from sports in policy-making,” Pillay said.

    Pillay also said that under Kohli’s leadership, significant progress could be made in making Jalandhar a model city for sports. He appreciated Kohli’s role in promoting hockey in Punjab, under whose guidance many young players have reached the national and international levels.

    Former international players Arjun Halappa and Jeevan Mahadev were also present at the meeting. They praised Kohli’s contributions so far and expressed hope that he would continue to play an active role in social service.

    Pillay further said that it is important to connect sports with politics and social service so that sports become not just a profession but a medium for character building and social reform. He said that Nitin Kohli could represent this vision effectively.

  • Punjab govt likely to convene special Assembly session on July 10-11

    Punjab govt likely to convene special Assembly session on July 10-11

    Chandigarh: The Punjab government is likely to convene a special session of the Assembly on July 10 and 11, 2025, to address key issues, including a proposed strict law against sacrilege and measures to curb drug trafficking in the state.

    Ahead of the session, Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has called a cabinet meeting at his residence on July 7 at 10:30 am to discuss and finalise these proposals. The government plans to introduce a law that would penalise the insult of religious texts and faith, addressing a long-standing demand amid opposition criticism.

    The cabinet is also expected to discuss measures to tackle the state’s drug problem, with plans for a sequel to the ‘Drug Free Punjab’ campaign. This may include opening de-addiction clinics, focusing on rehabilitation, and introducing stricter laws to curb drug trafficking.

    The Punjab government has been under consistent attack from the opposition over the issues of sacrilege and drug trafficking, and it now aims to take concrete steps at the policy level to address these challenges.