PUNJAB AND HARYANA

Faridabad, February 3:A shocking case has emerged from Faridabad, Haryana, where a woman allegedly murdered her husband to be with her lover. The body of the victim, identified as Suman (auto driver), was found on railway tracks on November 30, 2025, dismembered due to passing trains. Police investigations by the DLF Crime Branch revealed that Suman’s wife, Anjani (29, resident of Godda, Jharkhand), and her lover, Riaul (30, from Malda, West Bengal), conspired to kill him after Suman discovered their illicit relationship. The couple allegedly lured Suman with alcohol, struck him multiple times on the head with stones, and disposed of the body on the tracks to make it appear as a train accident. The case came to light when Suman’s brother, Sunny, filed a missing person complaint in Ja...

Ludhiana, February 3:A 28-year-old youth from Ludhiana, Punjab, returned to India on January 31 after enduring a month-long ordeal in Pakistan. Harvinderpal Singh and his friend unintentionally crossed into Pakistani territory during the July 2023 floods while trying to rescue livestock and belongings. Upon reaching the other side, they were detained by local villagers and handed over to Pakistani Rangers. During 28 days in custody, the two were subjected to severe torture, including forced marches without shoes, beatings, and deprivation of food and basic necessities. They were repeatedly accused of being Indian spies, despite explaining that they had crossed the border accidentally due to the flood. After initial detention, they were transferred to police custody and later sentenced b...

The Punjab-Haryana High Court has resumed hearings in the high-profile Ram Chandra Chhatrapati murder case, in which Dera Sacha Sauda chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim was found guilty and sentenced to life imprisonment by a trial court. Hearing Resumes After Safekeeping of VerdictThe case had previously undergone full hearings in the High Court, which had reserved its verdict for four months. On 30 January, a bench comprising Chief Justice Sheel Nagu and Justice Vikram Agrawal issued an order reopening the hearings, citing new facts that required careful examination and clarification. The final hearing on the appeals had originally concluded on 25 September 2025. Background of the CaseThe murder of journalist Ram Chandra Chhatrapati, editor of the newspaper Poora Sach, occurred in 2002 in Sir...

A rare wildlife sighting has once again brought attention to the ecological significance of the Aravalli hills. In the Mangar Bani area, researchers have recorded the presence of an Asian Wild Cat (Desert Cat) for the first time. A Protected Haven for WildlifeMangar Bani, situated in the heart of the Aravallis, is proving to be a safe haven for wildlife conservation. The discovery of this elusive and mysterious species was made as part of the Small Cat Action Fund 2025, a research initiative conducted in collaboration with Project The Habitats Trust. The project aims to identify, track, and study the conservation prospects of small wild cat species in the Aravalli region. The research is being carried out by a team led by Sunil Harsana, Nitesh Kaushik, and Saurabh Harsana. Nocturnal ...

Haryana’s Olympic medalist wrestler Deepak Punia is set to tie the knot today with Shivani, in a grand wedding ceremony in Bahadurgarh. The event has drawn invitations for several dignitaries from politics and the sports world. How the Match Was ArrangedThe union was arranged through family connections. Shivani, a resident of Nilothi, is the daughter of Anoop Singh, an old friend of Deepak’s father, Subhash Punia. The engagement took place on 28 September 2025, and wedding preparations have been underway since then. On Monday, a pre-wedding ceremony was organized at the Jhajjar district headquarters, attended by family members and several social representatives. The event was notable for its traditional feast, which included special churma and dishes prepared with five quintals of pure ...

A shocking incident has emerged from Yamunanagar district in Haryana, where a son allegedly declared his father dead and conducted his funeral while the man was still alive. The victim himself has come forward to report the matter. Father Reveals Shocking DetailsAccording to the father, his son took this extreme step with the intent of claiming family property. Disturbingly, the father discovered that not only had funeral rites been conducted in Haridwar, but his name had also been officially recorded as deceased in the priests’ registers. The victim, Mamchand, has lodged a written complaint with SP Kamaldeep Goyal, alleging that several people, along with his son Mahesh, were involved in this conspiracy. Mamchand shared that his wife passed away two years ago. He has two sons and a ...

Chandigarh:The Supreme Court on Monday granted bail to Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) leader and former Punjab minister Bikram Singh Majithia in a high-profile disproportionate assets case, providing significant relief to him after nearly seven months of judicial custody. Majithia was arrested by the Punjab Vigilance Bureau in June last year from his Amritsar residence in connection with allegations of amassing wealth disproportionate to his known sources of income. He had been lodged in Nabha Jail since June 25. The apex court allowed his bail plea in the case involving alleged assets worth around ₹700 crore, observing that the investigation had already been completed and the charge sheet filed. The court noted that Majithia had remained in custody for a considerable period and that cont...

Chandigarh, Punjab: Ahead of the 2027 Punjab Assembly elections, Prime Minister Narendra Modi made a strategic visit to Dera Sachkhand Ballan, marking BJP’s first foray into the dera politics of the state. The visit coincided with Padma Shri awardee Sant Niranjan Das being felicitated, signaling a clear outreach to the Dalit electorate. A Devotional Touch with Political Undertones On the occasion of Sant Ravidas Jayanti, PM Modi traveled 18 km from Jalandhar to the dera, where he sought blessings by touching the feet of Sant Niranjan Das and stayed closely by his side throughout the visit. Modi’s gesture of holding the sant’s hand while others tried to assist him drew widespread appreciation, leaving a personal and relatable impression. Prior to this, the PM inaugurated the Adampur A...

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, while presenting the Union Budget 2026 in Parliament, made a landmark announcement for Haryana. The minister declared that Rakhigarhi, the ancient Harappan site, will be included in India’s list of 15 Iconic Sites, giving it a major boost on the national and international tourism map. Reviving Ancient HeritageRakhigarhi, located in Haryana, is one of the largest and oldest centers of the Indus-Saraswati Civilization, dating back over 6,000 years. Previous excavations at the site have uncovered centuries-old pottery, skeletal remains, women’s ornaments, ancient scripts, and sophisticated water drainage systems, showcasing the advanced urban planning of the civilization. Tourism and Cultural InitiativesTo promote tourism, the Finance Minister announ...

On the occasion of the 649th birth anniversary of Shri Guru Ravidas, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Punjab and paid tribute to the revered saint. During his address, he announced that Adampur Airport will henceforth be known as Shri Guru Ravidas Maharaj Ji Airport. PM Modi Highlights Guru Ravidas’ LegacyThe Prime Minister emphasized his personal connection with Shri Guru Ravidas’ birthplace, Kashi, and expressed gratitude for the blessings and guidance received from the saint’s teachings. He hailed Guru Ravidas’ message of service and inspiration, stating that it continues to energize the nation’s development journey. Key Points from PM Modi’s Address: Strong personal and spiritual connection with Shri Guru Ravidas’ birthplace, Kashi. A temple and museum dedicated to Gur...