The United States is preparing to impose heavy tariffs on Indian goods, with a bill recently being moved or passed in this regard. This move is expected to significantly impact trade relations between the two countries, potentially making Indian exports more expensive in the U.S. market. The decision aims at addressing trade imbalances, posing a new challenge for Indian exporters. https://punjab.news18.com/videos/usa-imposed-heavy-tarrif-on-india-us-993878.html

On the occasion of National Handloom Day, PM Narendra Modi appealed to the youth of India to promote indigenous handicrafts. Through an Instagram video, he encouraged participation in the 'Get Ready With Me' (GRWM) social media trend using handloom products. He emphasized that supporting local weavers helps strengthen the livelihood of millions of poor families and contributes to the 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat' mission, recalling the significance of the 1905 Swadeshi Movement. https://www.rozanaspokesman.in/news/bihar/070826/pm-narendra-modi-handloom-day-news-in-punjabi.html

Ahead of the upcoming assembly elections in Punjab, the draft voter list will be released on August 13. Approximately 20.66 lakh voters have been excluded from this draft list due to various reasons: 9.5 lakh have permanently migrated, 5.75 lakh are deceased, and 1.20 lakh are duplicate entries. Voters can verify their status online via the ECI portal or offline through Booth Level Officers (BLO). If a name is missing, citizens can file claims or objections with the Electoral Registration Officer (ERO). https://punjab.news18.com/news/punjab/punjab-sir-elections-after-5-months-draft-voter-list-will-come-tomorrow-how-to-check-if-your-name-is-there-or-not-know-994930.html

Union Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu has commented on the ongoing rumors regarding an alliance between the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Bittu stated that the final decision regarding any tie-up rests solely with the party high command. He discussed the current political landscape in Punjab and clarified his stance on the potential reconciliation of the former allies. https://punjab.news18.com/videos/punjab/ravneet-bittu-on-alliance-sad-bjp-alliance-sealed-ravneet-bittu-told-the-whole-story-993625.html

Former Punjab Deputy CM and Shiromani Akali Dal chief Sukhbir Singh Badal was attacked with a sword outside a Gurdwara in Nanded, Maharashtra. The attacker, identified as Jaspal Singh dressed as a Nihang, was immediately detained by the police. Badal sustained a hand injury, and a female security inspector was also injured during the incident. Investigation is ongoing. https://punjab.news18.com/news/punjab/who-is-jaspal-singh-the-man-who-carried-out-a-life-threatening-attack-on-sukhbir-badal-outside-the-nanded-gurudwara-ak-995195.html

Raksha Bandhan 2026 will be celebrated on August 28. According to astrological calculations, the Shravan Purnima Tithi will end at 9:48 AM on August 28. A significant highlight for 2026 is the absence of Bhadra Kaal during the festival, as it ends before sunrise. The most auspicious time to tie Rakhi is between 5:57 AM and 9:48 AM on Friday. However, people are advised to avoid Rahukaal, which occurs from 10:46 AM to 12:22 PM. The article also details the traditional rituals involving the puja thali and tilak for brothers. https://www.ptcnews.tv/news-in-punjabi/when-is-the-festival-of-raksha-bandhan-2026-know-shubh-time-and-bhadra-timing-4428094

Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema addressed a state-level seminar on Guru Ravidas Ji's teachings at Amity University, Mohali. He emphasized that the principles of equality, freedom, and social justice were advocated by the Guru 650 years ago. The minister highlighted the Punjab government's initiative to establish a state-of-the-art Shri Guru Ravidas Ji Bani Study Centre at Dera Ballan with an investment of ₹25 crore. He urged the youth and scholars to study the Guru's concept of 'Begampura' to build a harmonious society free from discrimination. https://punjab.news18.com/news/punjab/chandigarh-the-principles-of-liberty-equality-and-non-discrimination-were-enshrined-in-the-teachings-of-sri-guru-ravidas-ji-maharaj-650-years-ago-harpal-singh-cheema-hs-local18-995118.html

Ahead of the Punjab Assembly elections, the first round of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the voter list has been completed. A draft list will be released on August 13, revealing that approximately 20.66 lakh names have been removed. This includes 9.5 lakh people who moved out of Punjab, 5.74 lakh deceased individuals, 1.20 lakh duplicate entries, and 4.12 lakh untraceable voters. Affected citizens can verify their status on the Election Commission website or contact their local BLO/ERO to file claims or objections for reinstatement. https://punjab.news18.com/videos/punjab/punjab-sir-news18-punjab-994999.html

A major accident occurred in Uttarakhand's Chamoli district where a THDC tunnel collapsed in Pipalkoti. Debris and water flooded the tunnel, leaving several people trapped. District Magistrate Gaurav Kumar confirmed the incident, stating that 8 people have been successfully rescued so far. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has deployed NDRF and SDRF teams for a war-footing rescue operation to save those still stuck inside. https://www.rozanaspokesman.in/news/uttarakhand/130826/thdc-tunnel-collapses-in-chamoli-several-people-feared-trapped.html

The Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) in Tarn Taran has suspended Station House Officer (SHO) Navdeep Singh Bhatti and two ASIs for illegally detaining a woman and non-cooperation with a High Court-appointed warrant officer. The woman, Harjinder Kaur, was allegedly kept in custody to pressure her husband, who is wanted in drug cases, to surrender. The Punjab and Haryana High Court has ordered an inquiry and directed the preservation of CCTV footage. A two-member committee has been formed to investigate the matter, with the next hearing scheduled for August 27. https://www.punjabitribuneonline.com/news/punjab/police-station-chief-and-2-asis-suspended-for-keeping-woman-in-illegal-custody/