NEWS HEADLINES PUNJAB
Rising Air Pollution and Shifting Stubble Burning Patterns The seasonal rise in stubble burning, a well-known contributor to air pollution in North India, has seen a major shift this year, with new trends across various states. Traditionally, stubble burning has been concentrated in Punjab and Haryana, where farmers burn crop residue post-harvest to clear fields … Read more
Curb Straw Burning, State Support for Farmers in Punjab, Haryana Farmers in Punjab and Haryana are receiving significant state support to curb the practice of straw burning, which is known to severely deteriorate air quality in the National Capital Region (NCR) and surrounding areas. Every year, the burning of paddy stubble, primarily in Punjab, contributes … Read more
Punjab FC Top Spot in ISL After Defeating Hyderabad FC; Shami Debut Punjab FC continued their spectacular run in the Indian Super League (ISL) by defeating Hyderabad FC in the opening game of Matchweek 3 on Wednesday, securing a 1-0 victory. This result marked Punjab FC’s third consecutive win of the season, pushing them to … Read more
Faridabad Student Killed by Cow Vigilantes Mistaken as Cattle Smuggler Faridabad, Haryana – In a shocking incident, a Class 12 student in Faridabad, Haryana, was allegedly chased and fatally shot by a group of cow vigilantes who mistakenly identified him and his friends as cattle smugglers. The incident, which occurred on August 23, has led … Read more
HC has ruled out Unethical Medical Practitioners in Female Foeticide The Punjab and Haryana High Court recently addressed a deeply troubling issue, condemning the involvement of unethical medical practitioners in facilitating female feticide through clandestine sex determination tests. This strong stance was taken by Justice Manjari Nehru Kaul as the court dismissed a petition for … Read more
The important 2nd meeting of talks to resolve Shambhu blockade border Punjab and Haryana officials are gearing up for a second round of talks with farmers in Patiala on Sunday after the Supreme Court directed them to persuade farmers to lift the six-month blockade on the Shambhu border. The meeting, organized by Punjab’s Special Director … Read more
Why Did Sanjay Roy, Kolkata Doctor Rape Emotional and Breakdown Court? Sanjoy Roy, the prime accused in the shocking rape and murder of a junior doctor at Kolkata’s RG Kar Medical College and Hospital, broke down in court on Friday declaring his innocence. During his appearance before the judge, Sanjoy Roy became emotional, claiming that … Read more
CCTV Footage Kolkata Rape-Murder Accused, Will Lie-Detector Tests? Sanjay Roy, the prime suspect in the rape and murder case of a 31-year-old trainee doctor in Kolkata, has been caught on CCTV screen. In the recently released footage, Roy is seen entering the premises of RG Kar Hospital, where the heinous crime took place. According to … Read more
Indian Medical Association Protest for Justice and Safety On the invitation of the Indian Medical Association, Congress MP from Patiala Dr Dharamvir Gandhi led a protest at Baradri Garden on August 17 against the alleged rape and murder of a trainee doctor in Kolkata. Condemning the incident, the MP demanded trial by a fast-track court … Read more
Karnataka MUDA Site Allotment Scam Controversy & Political Fallout In a recent turn of events, Karnataka’s political landscape has been rattled by a controversy involving the alleged (Mysuru Urban Development Authority) MUDA site allotment scam. Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot’s decision to grant sanction for the prosecution of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has stirred intense debates, with accusations … Read more