Prabhsimran Singh from Punjab has been selected for the Indian T20 squad for the Zimbabwe tour. Sanju Samson has been dropped due to poor form, while newcomers Yash Thakur and Ashok Sharma earned maiden call-ups. Shreyas Iyer will lead the T20 team in three matches scheduled for July 23, 25, and 27 in Harare. Additionally, Shivam Dube replaced the injured Nitish Kumar Reddy in the ODI squad against England. https://www.punjabitribuneonline.com/news/sports/punjabs-prabhsimran-singh-included-in-indian-squad-for-t20-series-against-zimbabwe/

The article highlights the significance of serving 'Laddu Gopal' (the child form of Lord Krishna) in Hindu tradition, specifically focusing on the upcoming Monthly Janmashtami on July 7, 2026. According to Pandit Dwarika Prasad, the Ashtami Tithi begins at 12:06 PM on July 7 and ends at 12:40 PM on July 8. Since Lord Krishna's birth is celebrated at midnight, the fast and special prayers will be held on Tuesday, July 7. The text outlines the ritualistic worship process, including bathing the deity with Ganga water and offering yellow flowers to ensure peace and prosperity in the household. https://punjab.news18.com/news/pathankot/monthly-janmashtami-2026-vrat-date-puja-vidhi-laddu-gopal-worship-and-midnight-puja-timing-hindu-js-local18-985247.html

The Punjab and Haryana High Court has disposed of the parole petition filed by Jagtar Singh Hawara. Hawara had sought parole to take care of his ailing mother. Following the court's disposal of the plea, Hawara's legal counsel stated that they would file a fresh request for parole. Currently, no immediate relief has been granted, and the legal team is preparing a new application to pursue the matter further. https://punjab.news18.com/videos/punjab/breaking-news-jagtar-singh-hawara-parole-news-news18-punjab-984953.html

Kannada actor and director Rishab Shetty has provided a major update on the Kantara franchise, confirming that planning for Kantara 3 has begun alongside work on Kantara: Chapter 2. Additionally, he shared details about his upcoming roles, including playing Lord Hanuman in Prashanth Varma's 'Jai Hanuman' and Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in a historical film. He also plans to announce two new films under his production house, Rishab Shetty Films, by the end of this year. https://zeenews.india.com/hindi/zeephh/entertainment/rishab-shetty-gives-big-update-about-kantara-chapter-3/3263099

The struggle for justice initiated by human rights activist Jaswant Singh Khalra remains in the spotlight as 135 Punjab Police personnel have been convicted to date in cases related to fake encounters. The issue gained renewed attention following a ban on the film 'Sutlej' (formerly Punjab 95) starring Diljit Dosanjh. Khalra, who exposed thousands of illegal cremations, was himself abducted and murdered in 1995. While 135 lower-rank officials faced sentencing after decades of legal delays, families still seek complete justice and adequate compensation for their long-standing suffering. https://www.punjabitribuneonline.com/news/explainers/jaswant-singh-khalra-long-fight-for-justice-135-police-personnel-punished-know-why-the-ban-on-a-film-has-rekindled-the-issue/

Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema has approved the recruitment of 619 Multipurpose Health Workers (Female) in the Health and Family Welfare Department. The recruitment includes 220 direct posts, 346 through promotion, and 53 revived posts. The pay scale is fixed at Rs. 21,700 - 69,100. To ensure a speedy process, the recruitment will be handled by Baba Farid University of Health Sciences instead of SSSB. Additionally, the government authorized the filling of 97 posts in the Industries Department to boost administrative efficiency. https://zeenews.india.com/hindi/zeephh/punjab/punjab-government-approves-619-multipurpose-health-worker-recruitment-and-97-industry-department-posts/3259468

The BJP has formed a three-member review committee to investigate the controversy surrounding Diljit Dosanjh's film 'Sutlej' after its removal from OTT platforms. Punjab BJP President Kewal Singh Dhillon approached the central government citing public sentiment in Punjab. BJP national spokesperson R.P. Singh clarified that the film lacked approval from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) but was still being streamed. The newly formed high-level committee will review the facts of the film before making a final decision on its release. https://www.punjabitribuneonline.com/news/chandigarh/controversy-after-ban-on-diljit-dosanjhs-film-sutlej-bjp-announces-formation-of-review-committee/

Fitness and wellness leader Cult.fit has filed draft papers with SEBI for a mega IPO worth Rs 4,000 crore. The offering consists of a fresh issue of Rs 950 crore and an Offer for Sale (OFS) by existing investors. Bollywood actor Hrithik Roshan, an angel investor and brand ambassador, plans to sell over 6.1 lakh shares. Major stakeholders like Tata Digital and Temasek are also offloading portions of their equity. The proceeds will be used for debt repayment, marketing, and expanding its fitness center network across India. https://punjabi.abplive.com/business/opportunity-to-become-business-partners-with-hrithik-roshan-cult-fit-is-bringing-a-mega-ipo-of-rs-4000-crore-875174

Arvind Kejriwal has accused the Modi government of forcing E-20 petrol onto the public by making auto companies like Maruti, Toyota, and Hero lie about its safety for older E-10 vehicles. He highlighted that owner manuals explicitly state not to exceed 10% ethanol. Kejriwal warned that nearly 30 crore vehicles could be damaged and demanded that the government or companies provide compensation for reduced mileage or engine damage. He urged the Prime Minister to offer consumers a choice between E-0, E-10, and E-20 fuels at petrol pumps. https://propunjabtv.com/%E0%A8%AE%E0%A9%8B%E0%A8%A6%E0%A9%80-%E0%A8%B8%E0%A8%B0%E0%A8%95%E0%A8%BE%E0%A8%B0-%E0%A8%A8%E0%A9%87-%E0%A8%B2%E0%A9%8B%E0%A8%95%E0%A8%BE%E0%A8%82-%E0%A8%A4%E0%A9%87-%E0%A8%88-20-%E0%A8%AA%E0%A9%88/

AICC in-charge Bhupesh Baghel has clarified that Punjab Congress President Amarinder Singh Raja Warring will not be replaced, despite demands from Charanjit Singh Channi's faction. Baghel stated that the high command will not change its decision and noted that Warring has the support of 23 district presidents. While Channi's supporters claim the party cannot win the 2027 elections under Warring's leadership, senior leaders like Pratap Singh Bajwa suggested that the party can succeed even with new members. The internal conflict remains a challenge for the Congress leadership in Punjab. https://punjabi.abplive.com/news/punjab/punjab-incharge-bhupesh-bhagel-on-charanjit-channi-875177