Path cleared for release of Lakha Sidhana and Mohanjit Sero from jail
The court has issued orders for the release of activists Lakha Sidhana and Mohanjit Sero, who were detained during the Mansa Insaf Morcha.
Punjab
Calling DA hike 'Diwali gift' a cruel joke on employees: DTF
Democratic Teachers Front has strongly condemned the Punjab Government for releasing 3 percent DA and terming it a gift.
Sangrur Insaf rally: Congress leader Rajesh Inder Sidhu reaches with large convoy from Jagraon
Led by Congress leader Rajesh Inder Singh Sidhu from Jagraon constituency, a large number of associates participated in the 'Insaf Rally' held in Sangrur.
Daljit Singh cremation: Family awaits body in Mansa village, distances from media
Before Daljit Singh's body arrives in the village, the family has distanced themselves from talking to the media, and a quiet atmosphere prevails outside the house.
ED team returns from AAP MLA Dr Amandeep Kaur's flat in Moga
The Enforcement Directorate team has left after conducting a search at Moga MLA Dr Amandeep Kaur Arora's flat on GT Road.
Amritsar rural police arrest 16, recover 34 kg heroin and grenades
Amritsar rural police have arrested 16 people in a crackdown against drug and weapon smuggling networks. Police claimed to have solved three firing cases while seizing two hand grenades, weapons, and 34 kg of heroin from them.
Supreme court stays high court orders in DA case
The apex court has stayed the high court's decision regarding dearness allowance for Punjab employees, directing the state government to release the entire amount by March 31.
Punjab government employees on strike, office work paralyzed for five days
Office work will remain suspended for five days due to the strike by Punjab State Ministerial Services Union and upcoming government holidays.
NPK fertilizer dearer by Rs 500 per quintal during wheat sowing
Fertiliser manufacturers have hiked NPK prices by Rs 500 per quintal. Amid a DAP shortage in Punjab, this will impact farmers currently sowing wheat.
Mansas morcha reaches agreement with govt, CM residence gherao deferred
Amidst the ongoing agitation over the Pargat Singh Jhota case, talks with the government have been successfully concluded, following which protesters have halted their march towards the Chief Minister's residence.
16 arrested with 34 kg heroin, hand grenades and weapons in Amritsar
Amritsar rural police have arrested 16 people along with 34 kg of heroin, hand grenades and weapons in a crackdown against drug and illegal arms syndicates.
Around 400 mandis closed in Punjab due to paddy procurement limit
To stay within the 180 lakh tonne procurement limit set by the central government, the Food and Civil Supplies Department has ordered the closure of nearly 400 mandis across six districts.
Stubble burning cases rise in 11 Punjab districts compared to last year
As many as 11 out of 23 districts in Punjab have recorded an increase in stubble-burning incidents compared to last year, while the total number of cases in the state has reached 2,347.
Bomb threat to Ludhiana district court turns out to be a hoax
Following an email warning of a blast at the Ludhiana court complex and a school, police conducted a search operation, but found no hazardous material during the investigation.
LPU violence: High court asks Punjab govt to send report to Centre
The Punjab and Haryana High Court has ordered the state government to submit a report to the Centre within three days in the LPU violence case. Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has also issued directions for strict action in the matter.
Health experts ask elderly and patients to stay cautious due to worsening air
Due to falling air quality in Punjab, doctors have warned the elderly and respiratory and heart patients to avoid pollution and smoke.
High court modifies order, Daljit Singh's last rites to be held in native village today
Modifying its previous order, the Punjab and Haryana High Court has permitted the cremation of Daljit Singh in his native village Bhamme Kalan in Mansa district today. Restricting political interference during the cremation, the court directed the police to ensure strict security arrangements.
Parminder Jhota case: Rs two crore aid and government job assured to family
Following prolonged talks between the government and the action committee in Mansa, a consensus has been reached on several demands, including compensation and a job for Parminder Singh Jhota's family. Following this decision, protesters have cancelled their program to picket the Chief Minister's residence.
Checking at 214 bus stands across Punjab, 112 held in anti-drug drive
Ahead of the Diwali festival, Punjab Police cordoned off 214 bus stands to screen suspects and arrested 112 alleged smugglers during an anti-drug operation.
Punjab govt spends Rs 1,325 crore on stubble management machinery
The Punjab government has spent over Rs 1,325 crore on crop residue management machines in the last four years, providing 94,456 machines to farmers.