The Central Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has formed a high-level inter-departmental committee to review the film 'Satluj'. The movie, starring Diljit Dosanjh, is based on the life of human rights activist Jaswant Singh Khalra. After the film was removed from OTT platforms, Punjab BJP leaders urged the center to reconsider the ban. The committee will now review the decision under Section 69A of the IT Act. There is a possibility that the ban might be lifted following this review, especially considering the upcoming Punjab elections. https://www.punjabitribuneonline.com/news/chandigarh/central-government-will-review-the-film-satluj-center-forms-inter-departmental-committee/

EPFO has started the process of crediting 8.25% interest for the financial year 2025-26 into approximately 8 crore PF accounts. Members can check their balance via the official website, UMANG app, missed call, or SMS. The interest will be updated gradually across all accounts, and EPFO assures that any delay in reflection will not result in any financial loss to the subscribers. https://punjabi.abplive.com/business/epfo-interest-update-8-crore-pf-accounts-will-now-receive-8-25-interest-know-how-to-check-pf-balance-875081

Europe is facing an intense heatwave caused by a weather pattern known as an 'Omega Block'. This high-pressure system traps hot air in a 'heat dome', leading to record-breaking temperatures in countries like France, UK, and Italy. WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus reported over 1,300 excess deaths since June 21, affecting nearly 150 million people. Climate change and Arctic amplification are making these patterns more frequent and severe, with temperatures rising 2-4 degrees Celsius higher than in previous decades. https://www.etvbharat.com/pa/lifestyle/a-weather-pattern-called-the-omega-block-has-caused-severe-heat-waves-in-europe-pbs26070703245

A series of explosions rocked the Syrian capital, Damascus, during French President Emmanuel Macron's visit. One of the bombs exploded outside the hotel where Macron was staying. Although 18 people, including four police officers, were injured in the blasts near the National Museum and Tourism Ministry, President Macron remained safe and proceeded with his scheduled meeting with Syrian President Ahmed al-Shara. The explosions occurred shortly after the French President's convoy departed for the presidential palace. https://punjabi.abplive.com/news/world/syria-damascus-serial-blast-france-president-emmanuel-macron-safe-875089

India has agreed to supply supersonic BrahMos missiles to the Indonesian military following a high-level meeting between PM Narendra Modi and President Prabowo Subianto in Jakarta. The leaders signed around 12 agreements covering technology, food security, medicines, and maritime trade. This move aims to strengthen the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership formed in 2018, focusing on maritime security and critical mineral supply chains. https://www.punjabitribuneonline.com/news/delhi/india-indonesia-defense-deal-india-to-supply-brahmos-missiles-to-jakarta/

Gurpreet Singh, a government teacher at Jhanda Lubana Primary School, allegedly jumped into a canal near Bhatian Bridge due to mental stress from SIR duty. Before the incident, he called a colleague to express his distress. His car, containing his phone and wallet, was found nearby. Local divers are conducting a search operation to locate him. https://www.punjabitribuneonline.com/news/punjab/disturbed-by-sir-duty-government-teacher-jumps-into-canal/

An explosion occurred near the hotel where French President Emmanuel Macron was scheduled to stay during his visit to Damascus, Syria. Multiple blast sounds were heard and smoke was seen rising from the area. Security agencies have cordoned off the location and launched an investigation. No casualties have been reported so far. Macron is the first major EU leader to visit Damascus after Bashar al-Assad's removal from power. https://www.rozanaspokesman.in/news/world/070726/explosion-in-syria-during-french-president-macrons-visit.html

Spiders can rebuild webs within 30-60 minutes, which is why they reappear shortly after cleaning. To permanently remove them, one must seal wall cracks, use window screens to block prey insects, and maintain regular cleanliness in less-used areas like basements and storerooms. Activity increases during humid rainy and summer seasons. If infestations persist, professional pest control is recommended. https://punjabi.abplive.com/lifestyle/spider-webs-in-house-spider-webs-forming-repeatedly-in-the-house-this-easy-way-will-get-rid-of-them-forever-875088

The article provides a summary of major news updates from Punjab as of 3 PM. Key highlights include recent political developments involving former Chief Minister Charanjit Singh Channi and the latest updates from the entertainment world featuring Diljit Dosanjh. https://punjab.news18.com/videos/latest-news-3-today-punjabi-news-charanjit-chani-satluj-diljit-dosanjh-985196.html

Banks in Meghalaya will remain closed on July 9 in observance of the Behdienkhlam festival, a significant cultural and religious event for the Jaintia community. While physical bank branches in the state will be shut, banks across the rest of India will function normally. Customers in Meghalaya can still access digital banking services including UPI, net banking, and ATMs during this holiday. https://punjabi.abplive.com/business/bank-holiday-on-9-july-2026-why-and-where-will-banks-remain-closed-on-thursday-know-the-reason-875087