Amritpal Singh, the MP from Khadoor Sahib who is currently detained in Assam's Dibrugarh jail, has written to the Lok Sabha Speaker seeking permission to attend the Monsoon Session from July 20 to August 13. His father, Tarsem Singh, released the letter stating that the MP has been unable to represent his 2 million constituents. Amritpal emphasized the need to discuss urgent issues like the drug menace, monsoon floods, and deteriorating law and order in Punjab. He also alleged that being denied access to MPLAD funds is hindering development work in his constituency. https://www.punjabitribuneonline.com/news/punjab/jailed-mp-amritpal-seeks-permission-from-lok-sabha-speaker-to-attend-monsoon-session/

Starting the day with tea on an empty stomach can be harmful to health, according to experts. Dr. Rajkumar (Ayush) warns that caffeine and tannins in tea increase stomach acid, leading to acidity, gas, and heartburn. It can also cause anxiety and restlessness, especially for those with sensitive stomachs. Doctors recommend drinking lukewarm water and eating healthy snacks like soaked almonds or fruits before consuming tea to mitigate these risks. https://punjab.news18.com/news/health/how-harmful-habit-of-taking-tea-on-empty-stomach-in-morning-for-your-health-sk-990130.html

Amidst the NEET paper leak protests in India, this article explores the medical entrance exam system in Pakistan. In Pakistan, the Medical and Dental College Admission Test (MDCAT) is the mandatory entrance exam for MBBS and dental courses, similar to India's NEET. The Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) sets the standards, while regional universities conduct the exams. Candidates must have at least 60% marks in Class 12 and pass the MDCAT, which covers biology, chemistry, physics, and logical reasoning. https://punjabi.abplive.com/news/india/neet-jantar-mantar-protest-if-india-has-neet-then-what-exam-is-required-to-do-mbbs-in-pakistan-who-conducts-the-exam-there-876501

Social activist Abhijeet Dipke's health deteriorated during a CJP protest at Jantar Mantar, Delhi. It has been reported that he is suffering from Typhoid. The incident occurred while he was participating in the ongoing protest. His health condition has caused concern among fellow protesters and supporters at the site. https://punjab.news18.com/videos/abhijeet-dipke-health-cjp-protest-typhoid-989920.html

The Punjab Congress Minority Department held its first state-level meeting chaired by Dr. Emmanuel Nahar. Around 250 representatives discussed key issues like empowering the Minority Commission, providing land for graveyards, and social welfare schemes. The party plans to include these demands in its upcoming manifesto. Meenakshi Singh accused the BJP of religious politics affecting Muslims and Christians, while Jaiswinder Singh Vicky announced plans to strengthen the organization at the district level across Punjab. https://punjab.news18.com/news/punjab/chandigarh-punjab-congress-minority-department-meeting-manifesto-minority-issues-local18-989942.html

The Indian IPO market is set for significant activity next week as Manipal Health Enterprises and Juniper Green Energy prepare to launch their initial public offerings, aiming to raise over ₹11,000 crore collectively. Manipal Health's IPO opens on July 29 with a price band of ₹560-₹590, while Juniper Green's IPO follows on July 30 targeting ₹1,800 crore. Additionally, three other major companies are scheduled to list on the exchanges on July 30, 2026. Investors are advised to monitor allotment status and market risks. https://www.etvbharat.com/pa/business/mainboard-ipo-alert-manipal-health-and-juniper-green-open-next-week-pbs26072504122

The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has announced a major organizational reshuffle in its Punjab Youth Wing. New appointments have been made at both state and district levels, including five new state secretaries and five state joint secretaries. Prominent figures like Amarpreet Singh Sanghera and Pratap Virk have been appointed as district in-charges for Patiala Urban and SAS Nagar, respectively. The move aims to strengthen the party's grassroots presence and mobilize the youth ahead of future political challenges. https://punjab.news18.com/news/punjab/aam-aadmi-party-punjab-youth-wing-new-appointments-list-local18-989978.html

The administration has made registration mandatory for the Manimahesh Yatra 2026. Deputy Commissioner Chamba, Mukesh Repaswal, announced that no devotee will be allowed to travel or access accommodation without online registration, which starts on August 1, 2026, with a fee of ₹50. Registered pilgrims will receive a QR-coded slip for identification and safety. This decision follows last year's heavy rains and cloudburst incidents to ensure better crowd management and emergency response. Checkpoints will be set up at Lahru and Kalsui to verify registrations. https://punjab.news18.com/news/pathankot/manimahesh-yatra-2026-registration-mandatory-online-booking-starts-august-1-safety-guidelines-aware-local18-990035.html

LPG cylinder prices for both domestic (14.2kg) and commercial (19kg) usage remained stable on July 26, 2026. In Delhi, domestic cylinders cost ₹942.00 while commercial ones are priced at ₹1,766.00. Rates vary across cities like Chandigarh, Patna, and Mumbai due to local taxes and transportation costs. Consumers are advised to check safety seals, weight, and potential leakage before accepting delivery from agencies. https://punjabi.abplive.com/business/lpg-price-today-26-july-2026-domestic-commercial-gas-cylinder-city-wise-new-rate-list-876538

Ten officials of the Rashtriya Lok Dal (RLD) in Hapur have collectively resigned, citing dissatisfaction with the leadership's failure to take action against indiscipline. The unrest stems from a June 24 meeting clash where senior leaders were involved in a heated physical altercation. Despite a committee report and show-cause notices to two members, the officials resigned alleging arbitrary decision-making by the top leadership. This internal strife poses a significant challenge for RLD ahead of upcoming elections. https://punjabi.abplive.com/news/india/political-big-news-reshuffle-political-earthquake-with-collective-resignations-of-10-office-bearers-check-all-details-inside-876525