Punjab: News
Kangana Ranaut withdraws plea to quash defamation case
Bollywood actor and Bharatiya Janata Party Member of Parliament Kangana Ranaut has retracted her plea from the Supreme Court to quash the defamation case filed against her.
SRK's Meer Foundation extends support to flood-hit Punjab
As Punjab battles one of its most devastating floods, Bollywood celebrities have stepped up to provide aid. Shah Rukh Khan's Meer Foundation is among those extending support.
Punjab floods: Salman sends 25 rescue boats; to adopt villages
Bollywood superstar Salman Khan has joined the relief efforts for flood-affected areas in Punjab through his NGO, Being Human.
Two sons of late Army subedar die of drug overdose
Two sons of a former Army Subedar died from a suspected drug overdose in Jamarai village, Tarn Taran district, Punjab, late on Sunday.
Sonu Sood visits flood-hit Punjab, assures treatment for ailing child
Actor Sonu Sood, known for his philanthropic endeavors, recently visited flood-hit areas in Punjab.
Karan Aujla reacts to becoming second Punjabi on 'Tonight Show'
Punjabi singer-songwriter Karan Aujla is all set to make his debut on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, becoming the second Punjabi artist to do so, after Diljit Dosanjh.
IMD issues heavy rainfall warning for Gujarat, Maharashtra
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a fresh rainfall warning for large parts of India.
'It's sewa': Akshay Kumar contributes ₹5cr to Punjab flood relief
The recent floods in Punjab have wreaked havoc, affecting thousands of lives and damaging infrastructure. In these trying times, Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar has pledged ₹5 crore for relief efforts.
Punjab floods, J&K landslides, Himachal cloudbursts: What's behind these catastrophes
North India has experienced its wettest two-week period in at least 14 years, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
When is Karan Aujla debuting on Jimmy Fallon's 'Tonight Show'?
Punjabi singer-songwriter Karan Aujla will be making his debut on American television on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon next week.
Shilpa's husband Raj, to donate 'Mehar's opening to flood victims
Raj Kundra, the husband of actor Shilpa Shetty Kundra, has announced that he will donate the entire first-day worldwide collection from his upcoming Punjabi film Mehar to support victims of the recent floods in Punjab.
Delhi-NCR relief camps flooded, flyover caves in as Yamuna swells
Relief camps in low-lying areas of Delhi, including Mayur Vihar Phase-I, were inundated on Thursday as the Yamuna River overflowed its banks.
Red alert in Himachal, Uttarakhand; Delhi-NCR weather warning downgraded
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for heavy rainfall in Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand. The warning comes as these regions continue to face floods and landslides.
Diljit Dosanjh, Ammy Virk adopt Punjab villages hit by floods
The recent floods in Punjab have caused widespread devastation, reminiscent of the catastrophic floods of 1988.
AAP MLA, arrested for rape, flees after firing at cops
Harmeet Pathanmajra, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA from Sanour in Punjab, has escaped police custody after allegedly firing at cops.
Delhi-NCR weather: Light rain expected; temperature to reach 33°C
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has reported that the monsoon continues to wreak havoc across India, especially in hilly regions. The heavy rains have caused floods and landslides, claiming several lives.
Guru Randhawa summoned over 'newborns are given opium' lyrics
Popular Punjabi singer Guru Randhawa has been summoned by a Samrala court for allegedly promoting drug use through his song Sirra which has the line: Jamia nu gudti ch mildi afeem hai (Newborns are given opium in their cradle).
India issues fresh flood warning to Pakistan
The Indian High Commission in Islamabad has issued flood warnings to Pakistan, predicting major floods in the Ravi, Chenab, and Sutlej rivers on August 27.
Kartarpur Sahib almost completely submerged in water after heavy rain
The Gurdwara Darbar Sahib in Kartarpur, Pakistan, has been severely affected by flooding after heavy rainfall and the subsequent release of volumes of water into the Ravi River from across the border.
'Saiyaara' breakout star Aneet lands YRF's next romantic drama
New-age star Aneet Padda, who made a mark with her debut in Saiyaara, has reportedly bagged her next project.
'Bullet just...goes through': Karan Aujla recalls extortion attacks in Canada
Punjabi singer Karan Aujla, known for songs like Softly and Tauba Tauba, has revealed that he moved from Canada to Dubai after his house was attacked six times.
Veteran Punjabi actor-comedian Jaswinder Bhalla dies at 65
Jaswinder Bhalla, a well-known Punjabi actor and comedian, has died at 65. He passed away on Friday around 4:00am at Fortis Hospital in Mohali.
Honey Singh, Karan Aujla summoned over 'objectionable language' in songs
The Punjab State Commission for Women has summoned singers Karan Aujla and Honey Singh over the use of "objectionable language" in their songs.
Who's Baaz Sran? Fugitive singer who dodged NCB for 9yrs
On Wednesday, the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) arrested Jagsir Singh, a proclaimed offender since 2016, after he evaded the law for nine years.
Why this Punjab village has banned love marriages
The gram panchayat of Manakpur Sharif in Punjab's Mohali district has passed a controversial resolution banning love marriages without family or community consent.
Punjab-Haryana HC rejects Kangana Ranaut's plea to quash defamation case
The Punjab and Haryana High Court has rejected a plea by actor-turned-politician Kangana Ranaut.
Delhi tops India list for highest abusive language usage
Delhi has emerged as the state with the highest usage of abusive language, especially toward women, a nationwide survey has found.
IMD predicts heavy rains for several states till July 27
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a weather warning for several states, predicting heavy to very heavy rainfall.
Pakistan monsoon rain kills 178; rain emergency declared in Punjab
Heavy monsoon rains have wreaked havoc in eastern Pakistan, killing at least 63 people in just 24 hours.
NRI arrested for hit-and-run death of marathon legend Fauja Singh
Amritpal Singh Dhillon, a 26-year-old non-resident Indian (NRI), was arrested late on Tuesday for allegedly causing a hit-and-run accident that killed 114-year-old marathon runner Fauja Singh, popularly known as "Turbaned Tornado."
Who was Fauja Singh—oldest marathon runner who died aged 114
Fauja Singh, the world's oldest marathon runner, died in a road accident in his native village in Punjab on Monday.
'Sardaar Ji 3' becomes highest-grossing Punjabi film without India release
Despite not being released in India, Sardaar Ji 3 has emerged as the highest-grossing Punjabi film of the year so far.
Khalistani terrorist behind 14-16 Punjab blasts being extradited to India
Khalistani terrorist Harpreet Singh, alias Happy Passia, will be extradited from the United States to India in the coming days, multiple reports stated.
IMD issues red alert for Himachal, Pune, and Punjab
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued red alerts for Himachal Pradesh, Pune, and Punjab due to heavy to extremely heavy rainfall.
₹300cr heroin seized near Indo-Pak border, Punjab Police arrest 9
In a major operation against cross-border narcotics smuggling, the Punjab Police have seized around 60.302kg of heroin worth approximately ₹300 crore.
Ministers to educate public how Indus treaty suspension benefits India
The central government has decided to launch a public outreach program to explain the benefits of suspending the Indus Waters Treaty with Pakistan, India Today and News18 reported.
Sikh activists welcome Majithia's arrest, demand action against others
Sikh activists have welcomed the arrest of Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) leader Bikram Singh Majithia by the Vigilance Bureau.
Indian government appoints Parag Jain as new R&AW chief
The Indian government has appointed Parag Jain as the new chief of the Research and Analysis Wing (R&AW).
Neeru Bajwa deletes all 'SardaarJi 3' promos—but reshares fan post
Actor Neeru Bajwa has deleted all social media posts related to her upcoming film Sardaar Ji 3, also starring Diljit Dosanjh and Pakistani actor Hania Aamir.
On camera: Gangster's mother shot dead by unidentified assailants
In a shocking incident, Harjit Kaur, the mother of jailed gangster Jaggu Bhagwanpuria, was shot dead in Batala, Punjab, on Thursday night.
'They stole it...': Dosanjh on Met Gala Maharaja necklace controversy
Punjabi singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh recently opened up about his historic appearances at the Met Gala and The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon.
Kejriwal, Satyendar, or Sisodia? AAP divided over Rajya Sabha pick
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Arvind Kejriwal has clarified that he is not planning to contest for a Rajya Sabha seat.
'Operation Sindhu': 2,460 Indians evacuated from Iran amid Israel conflict
Under "Operation Sindhu," a total of 2,460 Indian nationals have been evacuated from Iran amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran.
Punjab property dealer, wife, teen son found dead inside SUV
In a tragic incident, three members of a family were found dead inside their Toyota Fortuner SUV in Punjab's Patiala district.
5 assembly bypoll results today: Which party is leading where
The bypoll results for five constituencies across four states—Gujarat, Punjab, Kerala, and West Bengal—are being declared on Monday.
Monsoon to cover more parts of North India by Tuesday
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted that the southwest monsoon will reach several parts of North India, including Delhi, Chandigarh, Haryana, western Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, and Jammu and Kashmir.
'Why should...I:' Omar opposes sending surplus Indus water to Punjab
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has opposed the construction of a canal to divert excess water from three western rivers of the Indus system.
Kolkata: Complaint filed against 'Kesari Chapter 2' for distorting history
The Hindi film Kesari Chapter 2, which was recently released on JioHotstar, has landed in controversy after a police complaint was filed against it in West Bengal.
Haryana model's body found in Sonipat canal with throat cut
The body of a Haryana-based model, identified as Sheetal, was discovered with her throat slit in Sonipat on Monday. The victim worked in the Haryanvi music industry and was reported missing a few days ago.
North India to finally get relief from heatwave this weekend
After weeks of extreme heatwave conditions, North India is expected to see relief starting Saturday, the India Meteorological Department(IMD) has said.
'Border 2': Sonam Bajwa to play Punjabi girl opposite Diljit
Punjabi actor Sonam Bajwa has reportedly joined the cast of Border 2, a patriotic drama featuring Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, and Ahan Shetty.
Who was Kamal Kaur? Punjabi influencer found dead
Kamal Kaur, a popular Punjabi social media influencer with over 3.8 lakh followers, was found dead in a car near Adesh Medical University in Bathinda on Wednesday night.
Heatwave grips Delhi, Punjab; IMD issues red alert for regions
As Delhi and Punjab continue to face an intense heatwave, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for the two regions.
Who's Zeeshan Akhtar, Baba Siddique's murder mastermind, detained in Canada
Zeeshan Akhtar, the alleged mastermind behind the murder of Nationalist Congress Party (NCP)—Ajit Pawar faction—leader Baba Siddique, has been detained in Canada.
Heatwave to continue in Delhi-NCR, northwestern states till Wednesday
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned of a heatwave in the Delhi-National Capital Region (NCR) and several northwestern states. The intense weather is expected to last until at least Wednesday, June 11.
Delhi to sizzle at 44°C next week; no rain likely
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted a major rise in temperatures in Delhi and parts of northwest India, with no rain expected for the next week.
India's fight against terrorism: Jaishankar thanks UK for solidarity
India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has thanked the United Kingdom for its strong condemnation of the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22.
Nimrit turned down Diljit Dosanjh's film due to 'Choti Sarrdaarni'
Television star Nimrit Kaur Ahluwalia, who recently made her Punjabi film debut with Shaunki Sardar, has revealed that she had to turn down a role in a Diljit Dosanjh film due to scheduling conflicts.
3 Indians abducted in Iran while traveling to Australia rescued
Three Indian nationals from Punjab, who had gone missing in Tehran on May 1 while traveling to Australia, have been rescued by Tehran police.
Gujarat, Kerala, Punjab, Bengal gear up for by-polls; check details
The Election Commission has announced bypolls for five assembly seats across four states—Gujarat, Kerala, Punjab, and West Bengal.
Rajasthan government employee arrested for spying for Pakistan's ISI
A Rajasthan state government employee, Sakur Khan Mangaliyar, has been arrested on suspicion of spying for Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI).
Suspected Babbar Khalsa terrorist dies after bomb explodes in hand
A suspected terrorist associated with the Pakistan-backed Babbar Khalsa International (BKI) was killed in an explosion on Tuesday morning.
Deadly storms kill 20, injure 150 across Pakistan's Punjab
Severe storms have wreaked havoc in Pakistan's Punjab province, with reports indicating between 18 to 20 fatalities and injuries ranging from nearly 100 to over 150.
'Character assassination': Ammy Virk slams Bollywood for stereotyping Sikhs
In a recent interview with Hindustan Times, actor and singer Ammy Virk spoke about the changing faces of Sikhs in Bollywood.
YouTuber Jyoti Malhotra's police remand extended by 4 days
A Hisar court has extended the police custody of YouTuber Jyoti Malhotra by four more days.
BSF resumes Beating Retreat ceremony at Punjab border posts
The Border Security Force (BSF) will resume the viewing of the daily flag-lowering ceremony at three locations along the India-Pakistan border in Punjab from Tuesday.
2 arrested in Punjab, 1 in Haryana for alleged spying
Three people, including two from Punjab and one from Haryana, were arrested on Monday for allegedly spying for Pakistan.