The Supreme Court denied anticipatory bail to an RTI activist and his aide accused of obstructing road construction in Punjab. Justices criticized the misuse of RTI, calling it a 'new business' and 'yellow journalism'.
Hyderabad is India's worst-affected metro for groundwater depletion, with 26 zones critical or over-exploited. Telangana, Karnataka, and Maharashtra face severe water shortages and contamination, exacerbated by urbanization, poor recharge, and rainfall deficits. Punjab reports high uranium levels in groundwater.
An Australian girl, Hania Ahmed, was fatally shot by Pakistani police in Chakwal after they mistook her family's car for that of armed robbers. Her father and brother were also injured in the incident, which occurred as the family tried to escape a robbery attempt.
A 10-year-old girl, Hania, was killed and her father and brother injured when a Punjab police officer mistakenly shot at them, believing they were fleeing suspects. The officer has been arrested and remanded in custody.
A young Australian girl, Hania Ahmed, was mistakenly shot dead by a Pakistani police officer during a robbery incident in Punjab province. The officer discharged his weapon after suspects fired at him, leading to the tragic death of the girl and injuries to her father and brother. The robbers were later killed in a separate encounter.
A Pakistani police officer has been arrested after mistakenly shooting dead Hania Ahmed, a young Australian girl on holiday with her family in Punjab province. The incident occurred during a robbery where the girl's family was taken hostage. The officer fired his weapon, believing the suspects were fleeing in the victims' car, tragically hitting Hania and injuring her father and brother. The robbers were later killed in a separate police encounter.
Speculation is mounting that Punjab's assembly elections, currently scheduled for February 2027, may be moved up to November 2026. This potential shift is reportedly driven by the upcoming Kumbh Mela and the second phase of the national census, which could impact the original timeline. Both the ruling AAP and the Congress party are reportedly preparing for an earlier election.
Cricket star Virat Kohli and musician Karan Aujla are set to collaborate for an event at Kohli's Delhi restaurant, One8 Commune, on June 21. The announcement, made via a social media post, has generated significant online buzz and fan excitement for the unexpected crossover.
A nine-year-old Australian girl was killed and two family members injured after Pakistani police allegedly opened fire on their rental car, mistaking it for a robber's vehicle. The family was visiting relatives in Punjab province when they were robbed.
A nine-year-old Australian girl has died and two family members were injured after Pakistani police allegedly opened fire on their rental car, mistaking it for a robber's vehicle. The family was visiting relatives in Punjab province when they were robbed.
Gurnoor Brar took his first international wicket with Shubman Gill catching the batsman off his bowling. Brar, who was once erratic, learned from his IPL debut and received crucial guidance from Gill, leading to his selection for the Indian team and a promising debut performance.
Gurnoor Brar, supported by Shubman Gill, overcame an early IPL setback to make a successful India debut, taking three wickets against Afghanistan. His journey highlights the importance of mentorship and perseverance in cricket.
Punjabi actress Isha Rikhi confirmed her marriage to rapper Badshah during a social media Q&A, ending months of speculation. She also shared a photo with him, addressing fan questions about their relationship status.
Delhi experienced a pleasant weather change on Thursday, offering relief from heat. The IMD forecasts a wet spell across northwest India until June 13, with thunderstorms, gusty winds, and hailstorms expected on June 11-12.
Balochistan Liberation Front chief Allah Nazar Baloch criticized Pakistan's policies in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK), highlighting growing resistance and calling for solidarity among oppressed groups. His remarks follow unrest and a crackdown in PoJK, where security forces reportedly killed 26 people.
Australian maths teacher Sunil Sharma, who went missing in India, was allegedly murdered by his brother Satish over a property dispute. Four arrests made, including the brother, who allegedly spiked Sharma's drink and used a baseball bat.
The Lahore High Court upheld the death sentences for two men convicted of raping a French woman on the Lahore-Sialkot Motorway in 2020. The court rejected their appeals, confirming the trial court's verdict which also included life imprisonment and additional jail terms.
Punjab Kings, initially dominant in IPL 2026, suffered six consecutive losses and missed playoffs. Sachin Tendulkar attributed their downfall to a shift from focusing on process to results, while praising Gujarat Titans' consistent performance.
Punjab Kings, initially dominant in IPL 2026, suffered six consecutive losses and missed playoffs. Sachin Tendulkar attributed their decline to a shift from process to results, praising Gujarat Titans' consistent performance.
A drug smuggler from Punjab was arrested in Sonbhadra, India, after a police encounter where he attempted to evade capture by throwing currency notes and ramming police vehicles. He was shot in the leg, and 3 kg of opium, 225 kg of doda, and Rs 50,000 cash were seized.
Punjab RERA ruled against homebuyers from Amritsar over a disputed 'super area' charge but ordered the builder to pay interest for delayed possession, emphasizing 'Caveat Emptor'.
Shreyas Iyer's sister, Shresta Iyer, has called out online trolls for severe harassment, including calls to her workplace, after a "banter" reel resurfaced following Punjab Kings' IPL exit. She emphasized the reel was light-hearted and condemned the targeting of her colleagues, students, and family.
Four prominent UK lawyers, including Dominic Grieve and Helena Kennedy, have written to Keir Starmer urging him to ask Indian prosecutors to drop charges against Jagtar Singh Johal. Johal, a British national, has been jailed for eight years and was acquitted of terror charges last year, yet faces eight duplicate cases. The lawyers argue continued prosecution violates the double jeopardy rule, a fundamental principle of justice recognized internationally and in Indian law.
Polling for elections to 103 urban local bodies in Punjab, including 8 municipal corporations, will be held today with 7,555 candidates contesting across 1,896 wards. Over 35 lakh voters are eligible to cast their ballots, with counting on May 29.
