PUNJAB AND HARYANA

Faridabad, Haryana: The investigation into the Delhi Red Fort blast and the subsequent unraveling of an interstate and transnational terror module has now extended to Al-Falah University in Faridabad. The university has come under scrutiny after the arrest of MBBS student Dr. Muzammil, creating an atmosphere of fear and uncertainty among staff and students. Authorities have taken 17 individuals connected to the university into custody, including 7 doctors. Sources reveal that nearly 40% of the university’s doctors hail from Kashmir. So far, more than 52 people linked to the institution have been interrogated, with some investigations still ongoing. The sprawling university campus is located in Dhauj village, Faridabad district, covering 76 acres. Dr. Muzammil, who served as a general ph...

Faridabad/New Delhi: In a major breakthrough following the Red Fort blast in Delhi, authorities have uncovered a high-level terror module linked to Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and Ansar Ghazwat-ul-Hind (AGUH). Over 2,900 kilograms of explosives and weapons were seized from Faridabad, averting a potentially massive threat. The action came after the arrest of Kashmiri medical professor Dr. Muzamil Shakeel, who taught at Al-Falah University and also managed the hospital’s emergency department. Weapons and Explosives Found in FaridabadPolice recovered an AK-56 assault rifle, a Krinkov rifle, three magazines, 83 live bullets, a pistol, and various bomb-making materials from a stash maintained by Dr. Muzamil in Dhouj, Faridabad. Investigators are probing whether the university laboratories were us...

Chandigarh: Punjab police are on high alert after Harmeet Singh Pathanmajra, a first-time MLA from Sunamur representing the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), reportedly fled to Australia following allegations of rape. Despite multiple raids at his potential hideouts, Pathanmajra has managed to evade arrest. A recent video interview with an overseas Punjabi web channel confirmed his presence outside India, embarrassing the Punjab police, who have been searching for him for weeks. Consequently, the Patiala police have issued a lookout notice against him. Allegations and Political Claims Pathanmajra has been absconding since 2 September. In the video interview, he claimed he would return only after obtaining bail and denied the charges, calling the case a political conspiracy. He criticized Punjab...

” Faridabad, Haryana: Peethadhishwar of Bageshwar Dham, Acharya Dhirendra Krishna Shastri, leading the Sanatan Hindu Ekta Yatra across three states, reached Faridabad on Sunday on the journey from Delhi to Vrindavan. Thousands of devotees participated in the march, during which Baba Bageshwar urged Hindus to awaken and unite beyond caste divisions, emphasizing the importance of both religion (Dharma) and nation. Addressing the media, Baba Shastri said the yatra aims to promote awareness about protecting Hindu heritage while striving for a society free from caste discrimination, untouchability, and religious intolerance. He stressed: “If Dharma does not survive, the nation cannot survive, and if the nation does not survive, Dharma will also be lost. Both are essential for everyone.” ...

Chandigarh/Gurugram: Union Minister for Housing, Urban Development, and Energy, Manohar Lal Khattar, on Sunday provided key insights into the future of urban transport at the 18th Urban Mobility India (UMI) Conference & Expo in Gurugram. The minister announced plans for luxury seating in metro trains and the introduction of a single National Mobility Card that will be usable across metro, bus, and other public transport systems to simplify commuter convenience. Addressing the closing ceremony, Minister Khattar emphasized that the metro network will be expanded in congested urban areas to reduce traffic jams. He noted that under the revised metro licensing framework, operators will no longer need a separate license for last-mile connectivity, as it will now be integrated within the p...

Chandigarh: Haryana’s newly appointed Director General of Police (DGP) OP Singh has grabbed national attention with his outspoken comments on road safety, reckless driving, and stunts performed on roads. Speaking about the rising incidents of “stunt driving,” drink-and-drive cases, and street altercations, Singh said that people driving Bullet motorcycles and Thar SUVs often have “disturbed minds” and warned that strict action will follow against such behavior. Strong Words on Bullet and Thar Owners DGP Singh, a 1992-batch IPS officer from Bihar, commented that today’s youth and criminals often use their vehicles as symbols of status and dominance. He stated, “Anyone who owns a Thar has a faulty mindset. Thar owners perform stunts, which are often dangerous for others. Today, a Thar ...

” GURUGRAM – In a shocking incident from Haryana’s Gurugram, a retired Army personnel allegedly shot himself dead outside a bank after withdrawing money on Friday. The deceased, who had earlier worked as a security guard at the same bank, left behind a suicide note and a bag containing ₹1 lakh in cash. According to police, the man, identified as Ashok Kumar (55), a resident of Tikli village, ended his life using his licensed .32-bore revolver near the Sarva Haryana Gramin Bank in South City-2, under Sector 50 police station limits. The suicide note found at the spot contained a brief but emotional message: “Ram Ram to everyone who was unhappy with me; please be happy now.” What Happened Before the Tragedy Preliminary investigations revealed that Kumar had been unemployed f...

Gurugram | Crime Bureau Report:In a shocking revelation from Gurugram, Haryana, police have busted a fake POCSO case racket allegedly operated by an unlikely trio — a lawyer, her husband, and a balloon seller. The accused, identified as advocate Geetika Chawla, her husband Harsh Kumar, and their accomplice Hanuman, were arrested on Friday. Police recovered ₹1.1 crore in cash, ₹2.9 crore worth of gold ornaments, forged documents, fake Aadhaar cards, and several mobile phones from their residence. A special seven-member investigation team, led by DCP (South) Hitesh Yadav, conducted a 17-hour-long raid at the couple’s house in Sector 72, exposing a massive extortion racket that targeted innocent men involved in marital disputes. The Income Tax Department has also launched a parallel invest...

Chandigarh: In a significant ruling, the Punjab and Haryana High Court has made it clear that any sexual activity with a person under the age of 18 constitutes statutory rape under the POCSO Act, regardless of marital status or consent. The court emphasized that even if the minor is married or provides consent, the law does not recognize it as legal. Case Background The ruling came in response to a petition filed by a Muslim couple from Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. The couple had married despite opposition from the girl’s family and approached the High Court seeking protection, citing threats to their safety. However, the state government informed the court that the girl is only 17 years old, making the marriage illegal under the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act, 2006. Court’s Ob...

Mohali, Punjab: In a dramatic turn of events, three men disguised as Nihang Sikhs abducted a TV journalist in Mohali on Tuesday evening. The journalist, Gurpiyar Singh, was held hostage at a Gurdwara in Kotkapura, Faridkot district, but Punjab Police successfully rescued him within 12 hours of the abduction. One suspect has been arrested, while two others remain at large. Abduction Linked to Financial Dispute According to SSP Harmandeep Singh Hans, the journalist was abducted at around 7 PM outside his office in Nayagaon. Investigations revealed that the kidnapping stemmed from a financial dispute. The suspects had previously sought Gurpiyar Singh’s help in a property-related matter and had collected some funds on his behalf. When Gurpiyar refused to pay their share of the amount, th...