Gurpreet Kaur, wife of Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann, sent a legal notice to former judge Ranjit Singh demanding a response within 24 hours over allegations she sought a bribe to suppress a rape case.
Bangladesh PM's potential India visit remains uncertain amid extradition demands. Meanwhile, India faces a CJP campaign attack in Rajasthan, a Punjab-wide shutdown for prisoner releases, and a fatal road accident in Hyderabad involving a politician's son.
BJP national president Nitin Nabin has appointed new state in-charges for Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, and Gujarat. Vinod Tawde will oversee UP, Satish Poonia takes charge of Punjab, and Tarun Chugh is assigned to Gujarat, effective immediately.
Shiromani Akali Dal chief Sukhbir Singh Badal stated that an attack on him at a Nanded gurdwara aimed to disturb Punjab's peace. He underwent surgery for hand injuries as police detained the alleged attacker and launched a probe.
BJP MP Harbhajan Singh shared a video claiming to show Punjab's youth under the influence of drugs, but Punjab Police fact-checked it as being from Rajasthan, leading to sharp criticism from AAP leaders.
Irfan Pathan recounts a heated 2005 Test match exchange with Kumar Sangakkara over a ball change, which escalated into personal sledging but later turned into friendship when they met in the IPL's Kings XI Punjab setup.
Shiromani Akali Dal has urged the immediate implementation of the Women's Reservation Bill and equitable delimitation, following a meeting between SAD chief Sukhbir Singh Badal and Prime Minister Narendra Modi amid alliance speculation.
Punjab government is resisting Attorney General R Venkataramani's proposal for a cashless settlement of a 15-year-old Supreme Court decree concerning Bhakra Nangal and Beas power dues with Himachal Pradesh and Haryana. While Himachal and Haryana agreed, Punjab cited substantial losses, prompting the SC to warn of consequences.
India batter Abhishek Sharma scored 233 runs from 91 balls for Amritsar Men Senior against Tarn Taran in the Punjab State Inter District Senior One Day Limited Overs Tournament on Sunday, marking a strong return to form after a disappointing series against Zimbabwe.
The BJP is implementing a multi-pronged strategy to expand its influence in Punjab ahead of the next state elections. This includes outreach to the Ravidassia community, acquiring leaders from rival parties like AAP and Congress, appointing a Jat Sikh as state chief, and Prime Minister Modi's 'double-engine' development pitch while attacking the AAP and Congress governments.
President Murmu accepted Ravneet Singh Bittu's resignation as Union Minister of State for Railways and Food Processing Industries, effective immediately, after his Rajya Sabha tenure ended. Bittu, a former Congress MP who joined BJP, expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi faces domestic backlash over a potential trade deal with the US, which farmers fear will open markets to cheaper American imports. The protests highlight political risks for Modi as his government deepens ties with Washington amid pressure from Trump on trade and Russian oil.
Punjab National Bank's shares rose nearly 6% after reporting a 214% YoY net profit increase to Rs 5,253 crore in Q1FY27, beating estimates. Improved asset quality and lower provisions led brokerages like JM Financial and Motilal Oswal to upgrade/reiterate ratings and raise target prices.
Punjab Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains announced that 882 government school students qualified the NEET-UG 2026 exam, attributing the success to state education reforms and teacher dedication. This marks a significant increase over previous years, despite exam disruptions, with free coaching programs playing a key role.
Punjab BJP leader Fatehjung Singh Bajwa criticized the Congress party's internal strife, stating it's out of the race for the 2027 assembly elections and may struggle to retain its current seats. He cited allegations of compromise between state chief Raja Warring and CM Bhagwant Mann.
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has filed a chargesheet against former Punjab minister Sanjeev Arora, accusing him of orchestrating a fake iPhone export scam. The scam allegedly involved falsely showing consignments sent to Dubai using bogus documents to launder Rs 103 crore. Arora, in judicial custody since May 9, is accused of being the kingpin.
As Punjab gears up for the 2027 assembly elections, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) faces a contest not just to retain power but also within the opposition camp to determine who will challenge them. The Congress, despite having the most seats, is embroiled in internal friction. The BJP is making a strong push with high-profile visits and development project announcements. The Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) is struggling to regain its former dominance in a crowded political landscape.
A Public Interest Litigation has been filed in the Punjab and Haryana High Court seeking the restoration of Diljit Dosanjh's film 'Satluj' on ZEE5. The film was removed within two days of its release, prompting questions about freedom of speech and transparency from authorities, who cited "security concerns" and IT rules.
The FBI has charged a Punjab police officer, Gurinderjit Singh Nagra, in a $400,000 extortion case as part of 'Operation Hard Ball,' targeting international organized crime. Punjab Police transferred Nagra and launched an inquiry, while opposition leaders accused the state government of a nexus with gangsters and the ruling party.
Punjabi artist Diljit Dosanjh is achieving global milestones with his 'Aura World Tour' and historic stadium shows. Despite facing censorship battles for his film 'Satluj' and past criticism over his lyrics, Dosanjh continues to spread a message of love and stay true to his identity.
The Indian government has ordered ZEE5 to remove the film 'Satluj' (formerly 'Punjab 95') citing security grounds. The movie, about human rights activist Jaswant Singh Khalra, was released on OTT after a three-year delay due to censor objections, reopening painful memories for families of victims from Punjab's turbulent past.
The temporary ban on the Punjabi film 'Satluj', depicting alleged extrajudicial killings during Punjab's militancy, has stirred painful memories for families claiming loved ones disappeared or died in fake encounters. Victims' relatives advocate for the film's screening to acknowledge this historical chapter.
FWICE President BN Tiwari has questioned actor-singer Diljit Dosanjh's choice of films, urging artists to consider their public image and national responsibility over financial gain, following the controversial removal of Dosanjh's film 'Satluj' from ZEE5.
Punjab's AAP government passed a new law to strengthen punishment for sacrilege against the Guru Granth Sahib. However, the Akal Takht, the highest Sikh religious body, has objected to administrative provisions, not the penalties, arguing they encroach on religious institutions' domain.
