Punjab

Jirakpur: A fierce fire once again erupted at the furniture market in Balatan, Jirakpur, causing a stir. The blaze quickly turned into a raging inferno, engulfing roughly 22 furniture sheds. Furniture and other goods worth millions of rupees stored in the sheds were reduced to ashes. The incident has inflicted heavy economic losses on the traders.

CBI and Punjab Police are searching for evidence of the first bullet, while a meticulous investigation of the entire shop debris is underway.

Jalandhar: Goat smuggling incidents are not showing any sign of stopping. Meanwhile, four goats were recovered from a bolero vehicle on Bhogpur’s Pacharanga Road. A Hindu leader took action late at night. During the incident, the vehicle driver fled the scene. The Hindu leader notified the police about the incident. Upon receiving the information, the police arrived at the site, recovered the vehicle, and began further action. Hindu leader Sourav also said he had received a covert tip that a vehicle was coming from Ludhiana to Jalandhar. During this time, they were standing near the Patan Kot bypass.

Jalandhar: Raw footage of gangsterism witnessed in the Ramnagar area under Police Station 1. An AAP party worker and his son were attacked. In this incident, a lethal attack was inflicted, injuring the father and son. The injured were admitted to a civil hospital for treatment. The father sustained injuries to his head and hands. Providing information on the case, the person said that they heard a loud noise outside the house. After that, they came out of the house to look. During this time, they were attacked with sharp weapons.

Jalandhar: An incident of gunfire has emerged in the village of Rame near Shahkot. Some attackers, driven by an old grudge, surrounded two young men and opened fire on them. During the incident, both young men fled and saved their lives. Meanwhile, the attackers fled with the youths' motorcycle. Based on the victim's statement, the police have filed a case against seven accused and begun an investigation.

Jalna: The sorrow of Dinesh Aulakh, a speed record operator, has broken apart his family. His son Divit Aulakh, who lost his life in a road accident, has returned home in a mortal body. Funeral arrangements are underway at home, and the entire family is in distress. In this sorrowful atmosphere, the Aam Aadmi Party's local leader, Deepak Bali, also arrived at Dinesh Aulakh's residence to share the family's grief.

Jalandhar: The mountain of grief has collapsed over the family of Speed Records MD Dinesh Aulakh. The family is in deep shock after the death of 18‑year‑old son Divit Aulakh in a road accident. On Tuesday morning, Punjabi singer Jiji B also arrived at Aulakh’s residence in Jalandhar to share the sorrow with the family. Expressing deep sorrow at Divit’s death, he said that this incident has broken his heart.

Chandigarh: The AAP has accelerated its electoral preparations for the Punjab Assembly elections 2027. The party released its first list of 40 candidates on 31 October 2026. Chief Minister Bhagwan Mann has once again been made a candidate from the Dhuri assembly seat, while Assembly Speaker Kulthar Singh Sandhivaan Kotakpur will contest the elections. This list has given many current legislators and ministers another opportunity.

Jalandhar: Police Intensify Action in Drug-Impacted Areas of West Halke Under the campaign against drugs in Punjab, Jalandhar police have accelerated operations in drug-affected areas of West Halke. On Saturday, Police Commissioner Satinder Singh arrived in the Raj Nagar area with a large police force and conducted raids on drug smugglers' hideouts. During this operation, an illegal liquor warehouse and a medical store were sealed. According to the Police Commissioner, 40 crates were recovered from the liquor warehouse.

Jalandhar: A case has emerged in Jalandhar, Punjab, where two schools were threatened with bombing. After receiving a threatening email, the school administration was in turmoil. It is reported that APJ School also received a threatening email. The school administration has informed the police about this. However, according to available information, no school holidays have been declared so far.

Amritsar: Another incident related to law and order has emerged in Amritsar, Punjab. Two young men who had come to pay respects at Baba Ji's dargah near the Talwanwala Pul were fired upon. Both youths were injured in the incident. The injured were identified as Sharanjeet Singh and Aakashdeep Singh, residents of Kotli Sekhan village. After the event, a climate of terror settled in the area. Police arrived at the scene and began an investigation.

The political turmoil in Punjab has intensified over the issues of drugs, corruption, and gangsterism. While holding a press conference at the Jalandhar Press Club, former Chief Minister and Congress MP from Jalandhar, Charnjit Singh Channi, launched a sharp attack on the Aam Aadmi Party government. He accused that the law and order situation in Punjab is alarming and that the government has failed to effectively control drug trafficking, corruption, and gangsterism.

Jalandhar: The dispute between Gram Panchayat Raowali and members of the firecracker market over setting up a firecracker market in Jalandhar before Diwali has finally been resolved. After discussions between the two parties, a mutual agreement was reached. The path to setting up a firecracker market in village Raowali, located near Patan Kot Chowk on Bhogpur Road, is now cleared. However, the official announcement of the new date for the draw to issue the temporary license is still pending.

Amritsar, Punjab: The annual remembrance of Sant Baba Jamil Singh Ji, Sant Baba Gurdeyal Singh Ji, Baba Namdeev Singh Ji, and Bibi Harjinder Kaur Ji, dedicated to the saints of the dera car service on Tarn Taran Road in Amritsar Sahib, is being held with reverence and enthusiasm. A large number of followers and saintly persons from India and abroad participated in this gathering, where, through Gurbani, Gurmat thoughts, and seva-simmeran, the message was conveyed to the followers to connect with the teachings of Guru Sahibaan.

In the Dera Baba Nank’s Dhana Mandi in Gurudaspur district of Punjab, an incident of gunfire between police and three suspected youths unfolded on Wednesday. While taking action, the police arrested two of the suspects; the third accomplice fled, taking cover among the dense bushes and trees in the Mandi. In pursuit of the fugitive, the police sealed off the area and launched a search operation.

Jalandhar: A robbery incident has been reported in the Laddewali area of the city. A young man on a bike targeted a woman sitting outside her house, stole her mobile phone and gold chain, and fled. After the incident, the victim's family released CCTV footage of the suspect and asked the public for help in identifying him. The woman's husband announced a reward of ₹10,000 for anyone who provides a clue about the suspect or helps apprehend him. Meanwhile, the police have begun investigating the case.

Firoor, Jalandhar: In the village of Ravidaspura in Firoor of Jalandhar district, the body of a 40‑year‑old man was recovered in front of the Shri Guru Ravidas Temple around 8 a.m. on Wednesday. The news of the corpse found in front of the temple caused a stir in the area. Local residents immediately reported it to the police. Upon receiving the information, Firoor police arrived at the scene, seized the body, and commenced the investigation.

Jalander, Punjab: Hero Asian Hockey Champions Trophy Punjab 2026 Launches with Enthusiasm and Fanfare Chief Minister Bhagwan Singh Mann attended the opening ceremony of the tournament and, by lifting the trophy, lifted the spirits of the players. During the event, he extended his best wishes to all teams participating in the tournament, including the Indian team. A large crowd gathered at the stadium and gave the players a warm welcome.