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Amit Shah pledges to end drug menace in Punjab by 2029
Amit Shah addressed a rally in Jalandhar as part of the BJP's 'Nasha Mukt Punjab Yatra'. He highlighted drugs as a primary issue for the 2027 Punjab elections. Shah criticized the AAP government for enabling the drug trade and outlined the BJP's promise for a drug-free Punjab by 2029. The campaign covered 4,000 km across all assembly constituencies over 13 days.
"Drug fight should begin from Mundra Port, not Punjab": says AAP National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal
Arvind Kejriwal stated the drug fight should start from Gujarat's Mundra Port. He reacted to BJP chief Nitin Nabin's remarks on Punjab's anti-drug campaign. Nabin launched a 13-day 'Nasha Mukt Punjab Yatra' from Pathankot. The BJP's campaign aims to disrupt drug supply networks and aid rehabilitation.
BJP leader Ravneet Singh Bittu claims attack on his cavalcade near Punjab's Batala
BJP leader Ravneet Singh Bittu alleged AAP workers attacked his cavalcade near Batala. Over one hundred workers reportedly hurled eggs and damaged escort vehicles. Bittu stated Chief Minister Mann and the state DGP would be responsible for any harm. He has informed the Union Home Ministry about the alleged incident.
Punjab weather: Yellow alert in 7 districts today, heavy rain, lightning likely
The Meteorological Department has issued a yellow alert for seven districts of Punjab on September 16, warning of heavy rain accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning at isolated places. Light to moderate rain is expected across the state. A yellow alert has also been issued for 15 districts on September 17, while no alert is in place for September 18 and 19.
Masood Azhar bounty: India calls Pakistan’s Rs 7 million reward a 'gimmick'; asks Islamabad to take concrete action, not make 'phoney' announcements
India has dismissed Pakistan's bounty announcement on Masood Azhar as a mere gimmick. New Delhi insists Pakistan must take concrete actions against terrorism and not make announcements. Pakistan faces scrutiny from the FATF regarding its anti-terrorism financing efforts. The country was previously on the FATF grey list for deficiencies in its framework. India maintains Pakistan has backslid on its assurances after exiting the grey list.
Pakistan maintains 7-million-rupees bounty on JeM chief Masood Azhar; names him in 'most wanted' list
Pakistan has put forth a considerable reward for any leads that could help in capturing Masood Azhar, the notorious head of Jaish-e-Mohammed. Azhar is on Pakistan's most-wanted list and is being sought by India for orchestrating significant terror attacks, notably the 2001 assault on Parliament. His group is implicated in various bombings and military base assaults. This situation arises ahead of a pivotal Financial Action Task Force meeting in Paris.
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BJP announces 4 'Nasha Mukt Punjab Yatras'; Nitin Nabin to flag off first on September 18
The BJP will launch four statewide drug-free Punjab yatras across all constituencies. These yatras aim to mobilize people and turn the fight against drugs into a mass movement. Party chief Nitin Nabin will flag off the first yatra on September 18 from Madhopur. The yatras will focus on drugs, law and order, and corruption issues. The party plans to contest all 117 assembly seats in upcoming polls.
Taliban denies Masood Azhar is in Afghanistan, rejects Pakistan's repeated claims
The Taliban regime has denied Masood Azhar's presence in Afghanistan. Pakistan claims Azhar fled to Afghanistan while facing FATF pressure. India seeks Azhar for multiple terror attacks, including the Parliament strike. Pakistan was previously on the FATF grey list for terror financing deficiencies. Azhar was convicted in absentia by Pakistan in 2021.
Who is Jeetendra Mishra? Retired Air Marshal, Kargil veteran & Operation Sindoor hero selected as Ram temple trust’s CEO
Retired Air Marshal Jeetendra Mishra will lead the Ram Mandir trust as its first chief executive officer (CEO). He was awarded the Sarvottam Yudh Seva Medal for his distinguished service during Operation Sindoor. Mishra brings decades of military experience in strategic planning, operations and coordination to his new administrative role. The trust also appointed three new trustees at a recent meeting in Ayodhya.
Lt Gen Devendra Sharma retires from Indian Army after 39 years of service
After an illustrious thirty-nine years, Lieutenant General Devendra Sharma has retired from the Indian Army. He was the General Officer Commanding-in-Chief of ARTRAC in Shimla, notable for his leadership and bravery. Commissioned into the SCINDE HORSE armoured regiment in 1987, he received the Sena Medal for gallantry during counter-insurgency operations and commanded various formations throughout his distinguished career.
Weather Tomorrow August 17: IMD predicts rain, thunderstorms and heavy showers across several states; check forecast for Delhi, Rajasthan, Himachal Pradesh and more
Weather Tomorrow August 17: The Meteorological Department has released a new weather alert for Monday, August 17. Expect heavy rain and thunderstorms in Delhi and Punjab, while Gujarat and Bihar are warned of intense showers alongside lightning strikes. In Himachal Pradesh, light to moderate rain is likely, with localized heavy downpours. On the other hand, Maharashtra and Haryana will enjoy partly sunny skies, though afternoon thunderstorms could develop.
Employee lost job over pending criminal case; SC awards Rs 5 lakh compensation for wrongful termination
Employee to get Rs 5 lakh compensation after proving employer terminated him due to pendency of criminal cases; SC order explained. Know how he won.
Pakistan deploys hundreds of China-made SH-15 155mm howitzers along India border: Report
Pakistan has deployed Chinese SH-15 artillery guns along its India-facing formations. These 155mm guns enhance Pakistan's conventional firepower and artillery modernization efforts. Deliveries of these systems began in 2022, with local manufacturing also acquired. Pakistan also established an Army Rocket Force, expanding its strike capabilities. India continues its own artillery modernization with various new systems.
Pakistan made every effort to dismantle goodwill under Indus Water Treaty: Vinay Mohan Kwatra
Kwatra, India's envoy to the US, said Pakistan dismantled the Indus Water Treaty's goodwill over decades, adding that Pakistan's actions destroyed the treaty's spirit of friendship and cooperation. India honoured the treaty despite decades of Pakistani hostility and cross-border terrorism, he noted.
Passenger body urges Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishaw to restore all 7 trains on Pathankot-Kangra line to reduce overcrowding
Commuters in Kangra Valley are urging the Railway Minister to reinstate all seven train services on the Pathankot-Baijnath route, citing severe overcrowding and unsafe travel conditions. Only two pairs of trains have resumed after a four-year suspension due to flood damage. Passengers face perilous journeys, standing at coach doors due to the heavy rush on the limited six-coach trains.
Heavy rains in Punjab's Pathankot; Holiday declared in educational institutions
Due to relentless rainfall, the Pathankot district administration has announced a holiday for all educational institutions. Villages near the India-Pakistan border are grappling with rising water levels in the Ujh and Ravi rivers, exacerbated by heavy rains in neighboring Jammu and Kashmir and Himachal Pradesh.
Security forces on high alert after two armed men spotted in Punjab's Pathankot
Security forces in Punjab's Pathankot remain vigilant following recent terror attacks in Dinanagar and the Pathankot airbase, prompting a thorough search operation in the region.
Jammu Air Force station explosion: Alert sounded in Punjab's Pathankot
“We are on our guard in view of the situation. Whenever there is an incident of this kind, maximum alert is sounded in neighbouring areas," Pathankot's Senior Superintendent of Police, Surendra Lamba, told PTI over phone when asked if additional security measures have been put in place in wake of the Jammu incident.
Alert in Pathankot, Gurdaspur after terror attack in Uri
Tight vigil is being maintained near key installations including the Pathankot Airforce base, that had come under attack by militants earlier this year, and near Indo-Pak border areas.
Terror alert in Pathankot, Gurdaspur; security strengthened
Terrorists who had sneaked from across the border had attacked Pathankot air base on the intervening night of January 1-2 while Dinanagar in Gurdaspur was targeted on July 27 last year.
Indian probe agencies should have gone to Pakistan to investigate Pathankot attack: Arvind Kejriwal
Kejriwal today accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of "surrendering" to Pakistan by allowing its investigators to probe the Pathankot attack.
Alert sounded after BSF spots some suspects near border in Pathankot
BSF has alerted Pathankot district police after spotting three to five suspects in Pakistan side near Indo-Pak border here.
Pakistan to 'soon' ask India for allowing SIT to visit Pathankot
Pakistan will "soon" ask India to allow its team of investigators probing the Pathankot terror attack to visit the site of the assault.
Alleged ISI agent Irshad Ahmed held in Pathankot on tip off by intelligence agencies
This arrest is being considered a big catch for India's intelligence agencies as it shows that Pathankot is still on the terror radar despite recent attack at air base.
Second line of defence in Pathankot to be set up, more BSF troops needed: Sukhbir Singh Badal
"A special SWAT team will be stationed in Pathankot district so that there is quick response if any eventuality happens in the future so that we can take quick action," he said.
Pathankot attack: NIA to produce arms seized before court
Security forces had recovered some arms and ammunition, including assault rifles, grenade launchers, mortars, bullets, from the Pathankot Airbase after the terror attack.
Need for visible progress in Pathankot case: India tells Pakistan
Haribhai Parathibhai Chaudhary said in Rajya Sabha that the case of terror attack on Pathankot airbase is reported to be under investigation in Pakistan.
Postponement of Indo-Pak dialogue after Pathankot buys time for both
The Modi government has been on the diplomatic offensive since Pathankot by mustering universal condemnation of cross-border terrorism.
BJP MP Vinod Khanna condemns Pathankot terror attack
Gurdaspur MP Vinod Khanna today strongly condemned the Pathankot terror attack and appealed to the people of his constituency to maintain calm and peace.
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