
September 24, 2025 07:00 IST
This marks the Union government’s second successive denial of permission to two Sikh jathas to visit Pakistan. The withholding of permissions comes amid the diplomatic stand-off, where various agreements on exchanges have been put on hold. We explain the issue.
Wed, Sep 24, 2025
September 23, 2025 23:09 IST
Videos circulating on social media show officials allegedly preventing sand removal, adding to the sense of confusion. Some farmers also claim the administration is turning a blind eye to illegal mining.
Tue, Sep 23, 2025
September 21, 2025 13:27 IST
There is a patch near the international border in Punjab's Gurdaspur district where farmers prefer cauliflower to paddy with more than double per acre investment.
Sun, Sep 21, 2025
September 21, 2025 07:05 IST
The apex court has directed states and UTs that are yet to frame rules for the registration of Sikh Marriages under the 1909 Act to do so within four months. But this does little to address fundamental lacunae in the law
Mon, Sep 22, 2025
September 19, 2025 19:01 IST
It’s all investment, no support, says the young farmer who diversified from the traditional wheat-paddy cycle
Fri, Sep 19, 2025
September 18, 2025 17:30 IST
Bhagwant Mann-led AAP government, Congress, and Akalis unite in urging Centre to reconsider decision; state BJP chief defends move but acknowledges “alternatives could be considered”
Fri, Sep 19, 2025
September 16, 2025 18:44 IST
Medical teams are administering polio drops to all people crossing the Attari-Wagah border since Pakistan is not polio-free.
Tue, Sep 16, 2025
September 16, 2025 04:20 IST
Gandhi, who had spent the day meeting victims and assessing damage, was told it was unsafe to attempt the boat crossing to the “zero line” villages that remain cut off due to the swollen river.
Tue, Sep 16, 2025
September 15, 2025 17:09 IST
The first-time Khadoor Sahib MLA, known for his aggressive style and grassroots connect, was one of the party's important faces in the Majha region. He now faces the prospect of disqualification from the Assembly.
Mon, Sep 15, 2025
September 15, 2025 15:41 IST
Giani Kuldip Singh Gargaj said the bitterness between India and Pakistan “should not affect community-to-community relations”.
Mon, Sep 15, 2025
September 12, 2025 16:06 IST
The Amritsari or Ambarsari Kulcha is the iconic stuffed flatbread made from refined flour, baked in a tandoor until crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. What gives the Amritsari Kulcha its legendary reputation?
Sun, Sep 14, 2025
September 10, 2025 17:22 IST
The Supreme Court took suo motu cognisance of the incident, directing security for the woman, her cousin, who is an eyewitness, as well as their families, and the sarpanch of her village in Tarn Taran.
Thu, Sep 11, 2025
September 10, 2025 07:00 IST
Modi conducts aerial surveys of flood-affected belts in Himachal Pradesh, Punjab; meets victims; holds meetings to take stock of relief, damage
Tue, Sep 09, 2025
September 10, 2025 02:59 IST
Villagers had flagged the weak points, Gurbhej said, adding that no action was taken to repair the bundhs
Wed, Sep 10, 2025
September 09, 2025 18:24 IST
PM Modi conducted an aerial survey of the deluge-ravaged belts in Punjab, which has been battling one of its worst floods. He then landed in Gurdaspur, where he held a high-level meeting and met several flood victims.
Wed, Sep 10, 2025
September 09, 2025 09:30 IST
Dubbing the government's “drug-free Punjab” claim “false”, Devi Kumari, a relative of the victims, said, “Both brothers died due to drug overdose. Since the Aam Aadmi Party government took office, drugs and lawlessness have increased.
Tue, Sep 09, 2025
September 08, 2025 09:31 IST
"Punjabi singer Jasbir Jassi helped the visiting unit with the on-ground hospitality and logistics. Jassi spent a day with the team on the ground," Dr Malhi said.
Mon, Sep 08, 2025
September 08, 2025 04:45 IST
Across Punjab’s flood-hit districts, thousands of women endure similar conditions but have still stepped out of their homes to help.
Mon, Sep 08, 2025
September 07, 2025 07:43 IST
The farmer said he used his medium-category drone for spraying his crops including sugarcane, mustard and maize.
Sun, Sep 07, 2025
September 06, 2025 22:02 IST
Because land in the river is cheaper than outside the bundh, Devi had sold her house and five kanal land in the village to buy two acres in the river.
Sat, Sep 06, 2025
September 06, 2025 10:15 IST
The night of August 26 changed everything for Bhedian Buzurg, a village that believed it stood beyond the reach of floods.
Sat, Sep 06, 2025
September 05, 2025 04:20 IST
Drug smugglers have reportedly tried to take advantage of these gaps but have been beaten back by a vigilant BSF, said officials.
Fri, Sep 05, 2025
September 03, 2025 18:32 IST
A settlement that escaped the 1988 deluge now battles erosion as Sutlej-Beas swallows homes and fields
Thu, Sep 04, 2025
September 02, 2025 09:26 IST
“Only a small amount of water, about two to four inches, has receded. So, the overall situation remains difficult. We are not receiving proper help on time,” Avtar Singh alleged.
Tue, Sep 02, 2025
September 01, 2025 10:13 IST
Hrike headworks SDO Navneet Gupta said there was no pressure from Kisan Mazdoor Sangarsh Committee and that water release was being regulated strictly according to protocol.
Mon, Sep 01, 2025





