R Ashwin has questioned India's decision to drop T20 World Cup-winning captain Suryakumar Yadav, calling it a significant selection precedent and suggesting the star batter deserved more time to rediscover form.
A 34-year-old man, wanted in connection with a murder in Punjab, was arrested in a joint operation by the police in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Maharashtra.
The Supreme Court has ruled that national sovereignty takes precedence over personal liberty, particularly in cases involving drug trafficking and psychotropic substances. The ruling came as the court overturned a High Court order granting bail to an accused drug trafficker.
'I'm sure looking at how he has captained in the last few years for his franchise, he's going to have a good time.'
Main Vaapas Aaunga transcends its flaws to deliver a profoundly moving plea for humanity, anchored by heartbreakingly brilliant performances, observes Sreeju Sudhakaran.
Punjab, Uttar Pradesh, Bengal, and Arunachal Pradesh recorded victories in their respective matches at the 16th Hockey India Sub Junior Men National Championship held in Rajgir.
Chandigarh observed its first 'no car day' with officials using electric buses and bicycles, following the governor's appeal to cut fuel consumption and promote eco-friendly transportation.
Punjab Kings all-rounder Suryansh Shedge discusses his conversations with MS Dhoni about the role of a finisher in cricket, his experiences with Mumbai, and his expectations for the upcoming IPL season with PBKS.
If one has to compare the tenures of the two prime ministers one must credit Nehru with laying the foundations on which Modi is building a grand edifice, asserts Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).
Police in Gurdaspur, Punjab, have arrested three individuals in connection with a grenade-hurling incident that occurred last month. The arrests were made in coordination with the Counter Intelligence wing, and a hand grenade was recovered from one of the accused.
Ricky Ponting, Punjab Kings head coach, has endorsed Shreyas Iyer as a potential T20 captain for India, highlighting Iyer's maturity and leadership qualities despite recent team setbacks.
Amritsar Police have successfully dismantled a cross-border arms smuggling module, arresting five individuals and recovering a cache of sophisticated pistols and live cartridges.
The Ferozepur district court complex in Punjab received a bomb threat via email, prompting a large-scale police response and evacuation. A thorough search found no explosive devices, and the threat was declared a hoax. This is the second such incident at the court this year.
Venkatesh Iyer's explosive innings of 73 not out off 40 balls propelled Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a formidable 222 for four against Punjab Kings in their IPL match. Virat Kohli and Devdutt Padikkal also made significant contributions.
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has accused the BJP-led central government of playing 'dangerous games' with Punjab, alleging the misuse of agencies like the Enforcement Directorate (ED) and the CBI for political purposes.
Former India cricketer Sanjay Bangar praised David Miller's match-winning innings against Punjab Kings, highlighting his ability to dominate both sides of the field. Bangar criticised Punjab's bowling attack for their lack of variation, which allowed Miller to score freely and guide Delhi Capitals to a crucial victory in their IPL 2026 playoff chase.
A Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG) report has revealed significant issues within Punjab's jail system, including overcrowding, inadequate infrastructure, and poor medical facilities.
Delhi Capitals skipper Axar Patel has been fined Rs 12 lakh after his team maintained a slow over rate in their win against Punjab Kings in the Indian Premier League.
Haryana Police have dismantled a fraudulent international call centre in Panchkula, arresting 21 individuals involved in scamming US citizens by impersonating employees of a major e-commerce company.
Punjab Kings co-owner Preity Zinta urged media to avoid spreading unverified information. while defending her team after they suffered a fourth straight defeat IPL 2026, mounting pressure in the playoff race.
Pakistani security forces killed four Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) militants in Punjab province, thwarting a planned attack on police checkpoints and government installations.
Punjab Police have arrested six individuals involved in cross-border arms and drug smuggling with links to Pakistan-based smugglers, seizing weapons and heroin.
The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has directed state governments and agencies to implement stricter enforcement mechanisms to address the sudden spike in stubble burning incidents in Punjab and Haryana.
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has strongly criticised the Enforcement Directorate (ED) raid and subsequent arrest of Punjab minister Sanjeev Arora, calling it a politically motivated act by the BJP-led central government. AAP leaders allege the BJP is misusing central agencies to suppress opposition voices and destabilise the AAP government in Punjab.
Kolkata Knight Riders will aim for nothing less than a win when they clash against Delhi Capitals in the season's final league match of IPL 2026.
Amritsar Police have dismantled a cross-border arms smuggling module, arresting five individuals and recovering sophisticated pistols and live cartridges.
Venkatesh Iyer smashed an unbeaten 73 off 40 balls in a pressure game against Punjab Kings, powering Royal Challengers Bengaluru into the IPL 2026 playoffs with a commanding victory.
Former IPL Commissioner Lalit Modi, who claims that there is no wrongdoing by him in the legal cases faced by him in India, has said that he was born with "a diamond spoon", has a kingsize lifestyle, travels everywhere and that "Rs 10-12 crore" may not last with him a week.
Punjab Police is using intelligence-led policing and digital tools, including AI-powered voice recognition, to combat organised crime and dismantle gangster networks operating across states and continents.
Haryana Police busted a fake international call centre in Panchkula, arresting 21 individuals for defrauding US citizens by posing as employees of a leading e-commerce company.
The NDA government has gradually nuanced its position on the issue of demographic challenge.
Sunil Gavaskar suggests Mumbai Indians should give younger players opportunities after being eliminated from playoff contention, to assess their potential for the next season.
Former India U-19 and Punjab medium pacer Amanpreet Singh Gill passed away at the age of 36 in Chandigarh, prompting tributes from the cricket community.
Police are investigating claims of a firing incident outside the residence of Diljit Dosanjh's manager in Karnal, allegedly at the behest of gangster Lawrence Bishnoi's aides. The incident has sparked a political row, with AAP accusing BJP of intimidation tactics after Dosanjh declined to join the party.
East Bengal FC emerged victorious in the Indian Super League, securing their first-ever title after a 22-year drought, defeating Inter Kashi 2-1 in a thrilling encounter.
Perhaps no other cricketer has gone through so much turbulence and transformation between December 3, 2023 and June 6, 2026 as Shreyas Iyer, who took over the reins of India's T20 team from Suryakumar Yadav on Saturday.
Shreyas Iyer, captain of Punjab Kings, expresses his determination to win the IPL trophy, highlighting the importance of team bonding and camaraderie ahead of the 2026 season. Arshdeep Singh also speaks on the importance of home support.
'...depicting a love story is hard.'
North India is experiencing an intense heatwave, with temperatures soaring to 48 degrees Celsius in some areas. Several states have issued warnings and advisories as the heatwave is expected to continue.
Amritpal Singh, a most-wanted gangster linked to the Jaggu Bhagwanpuria gang and involved in making extortion calls to businessmen in Punjab, was detained at the Moldova border.
