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/

Two school buses collided near Nakodar in Jalandhar on Thursday morning. The impact was so severe that one bus, belonging to Cambridge School, overturned on the roadside. Fortunately, no students were on board at the time of the accident as the buses were on their way to pick up children. Local residents rescued the driver and cleaner from the damaged vehicle. Police officials, led by SHO Palwinder Singh, have initiated an investigation into the incident and cleared the road. No serious injuries were reported. https://www.rozanaspokesman.in/news/punjab/080726/nakodar-bus-accident-news-in-punjabi.html

Punjab Congress in-charge Bhupesh Baghel has taken a strict stance, stating that high command decisions are final and will not be changed. Following cues from Rahul Gandhi, Baghel warned dissenters that politics is not 'child's play.' This comes after senior leaders like Charanjit Singh Channi and Sukhjinder Randhawa skipped a scheduled meeting. Baghel emphasized that the reorganization has been welcomed by many, signaling a tough message to the Channi faction amidst internal party friction. https://www.punjabitribuneonline.com/news/chandigarh/this-is-not-a-puppet-show-congress-punjab-in-charge-bhupesh-baghels-rebuke/

Sanitation workers' union in Punjab has launched an indefinite strike against the state government due to unfulfilled demands. Their key requirements include restoration of the old pension scheme, a special allowance for hazardous duty, regularizing temporary workers within 3 years instead of 10, and a 10 lakh rupee accident insurance cover. Union leaders stated that the government failed to act on its previous month's promises, forcing them to resume their protest and slogans against the administration. https://www.punjabitribuneonline.com/news/punjab/angry-over-non-fulfillment-of-demands-sanitation-workers-open-a-protest-indefinite-strike-begins/