The news focuses on the rising debt of Punjab and the subsequent political meeting held by the Congress party to discuss the state's economic crisis. It also touches upon developments involving former Chhattisgarh CM Bhupesh Baghel and recent FBI updates. Opposition parties are raising concerns over the financial management of the state government. https://punjab.news18.com/videos/debt-on-punjab-11-today-punjabi-news-congress-meeting-baghel-fbi-991535.html

Advocate Ajayveer Singh Azad successfully cleared the All India Bar Examination (AIBE-21). Following his achievement, he visited Gurudwara 9th Patshahi Baba Bakala Sahib to offer prayers. He was honored with a Siropao by former MLA Jathedar Baljit Singh Jalal Usma and Manager Bhai Nishan Singh Jaffarwal. The community leaders praised the Gursikh youth for his significant professional achievement in the legal field. https://sanjhisoch.com/%E0%A8%90%E0%A8%A1%E0%A8%B5%E0%A8%B5%E0%A9%8B%E0%A8%95%E0%A9%87%E0%A8%9F-%E0%A8%85%E0%A8%9C%E0%A9%87%E0%A8%B5%E0%A9%80%E0%A8%B0-%E0%A8%B8%E0%A8%BF%E0%A9%B0%E0%A8%98-%E0%A8%86%E0%A8%9C%E0%A8%BC/

A government witness in the Ajnala police station incident, Varinder Singh Mavi, survived an assassination attempt near Morinda. The attacker chased Mavi's vehicle in a Thar, blocked his path, and fired 4-5 shots in an alleged abduction attempt. Mavi and his companion escaped unhurt due to his police security. Morinda Sadar Police have arrested the suspect and seized the weapon and vehicle used in the crime. Investigations are ongoing to uncover the motive behind the attack. https://punjabi.newsd5.in/ajnala-police-station-%E0%A8%95%E0%A8%BE%E0%A8%82%E0%A8%A1-%E0%A8%A6%E0%A9%87-%E0%A8%B8%E0%A8%B0%E0%A8%95%E0%A8%BE%E0%A8%B0%E0%A9%80-%E0%A8%97%E0%A8%B5%E0%A8%BE%E0%A8%B9-%E0%A8%A4%E0%A9%87-attack/

A tragic road accident near Village Sawal on the Sultanpur Lodhi-Talwandi Chaudhrian road claimed the lives of two young men, Rahul Gill (23) and Labhi (17). The accident occurred when their Mahindra XUV500 lost balance and crashed into trees and a school grill. Rahul's wife, Anjana Rani, sustained serious injuries and was referred to Jalandhar for treatment. Police have initiated an investigation, citing high speed as the likely cause of the crash. https://www.punjabitribuneonline.com/news/doaba/two-youths-die-in-horrific-road-accident-woman-seriously-injured/

The central government is expected to make a significant decision regarding the 8th Pay Commission and Dearness Allowance (DA). This move is set to benefit millions of central government employees and pensioners by potentially increasing their salaries and monthly allowances. The update brings hope for a new pay structure that could enhance the basic pay and overall financial benefits for the workforce. https://punjab.news18.com/videos/business/big-decision-on-da-good-news-for-crores-of-employees-da-hike-update-992670.html

The Parkash Gurpurab of the eighth Sikh Guru, Sri Guru Harkrishan Sahib Ji, is being celebrated with great devotion at Sri Darbar Sahib, Amritsar. Lakhs of devotees from India and abroad are visiting to offer prayers and take a holy dip in the Sarovar. Special lighting (Deepmala) and fireworks are scheduled for the evening at the Golden Temple and Sri Akal Takht Sahib to mark the occasion. https://punjabi.newsd5.in/%E0%A8%85%E0%A9%B1%E0%A8%A0%E0%A8%B5%E0%A9%87%E0%A8%82-%E0%A8%AA%E0%A8%BE%E0%A8%A4%E0%A8%B8%E0%A8%BC%E0%A8%BE%E0%A8%B9-%E0%A8%B8%E0%A9%8D%E0%A8%B0%E0%A9%80-%E0%A8%97%E0%A9%81%E0%A8%B0%E0%A9%82/

Senior BJP leader Avinash Rai Khanna criticized the Punjab government for failing to release the Dearness Allowance (DA) to state employees. Despite High Court orders, the government has not cleared the pending installments, affecting nearly 8 lakh employees and their families. Khanna alleged that the government is infringing upon the basic rights of its workforce and warned of protests if the dues are not settled immediately. https://zeenews.india.com/hindi/zeephh/politics/government-is-robbing-employees-rights-by-not-issuing-da-avinash-rai-khanna/3283471

Sunny Deol and director Rajkumar Santoshi reunite after 30 years for the film 'Batwara 1947', produced by Aamir Khan. In an interview, Sunny clarified that unlike 'Gadar', which was a love story, this film focuses on the human tragedy and emotional displacement of families during the partition. He plays the character of Sikandar Mirza, who protects an elderly Hindu woman played by Shabana Azmi. The film is based on Asghar Wajahat's play and is scheduled for release on August 14. Sunny also praised Aamir Khan's role as a producer and reflected on his responsibility toward the audience through cinema. https://www.etvbharat.com/pa/entertainment/sunny-deol-says-batwara-1947-is-not-gadar-explains-difference-pbs26080605734

The 'Miri-Piri Khalsa March,' which started from Sri Akal Takht Sahib to promote the principles of Sikhism and panthic unity, concluded at Takht Sri Damdama Sahib in Talwandi Sabo. Jathedar Giani Kuldeep Singh and SGPC President Harjinder Singh Dhami addressed a massive gathering, stating that conspiracies to weaken Sikh institutions will never succeed. They emphasized that the Sikh community remains united under the leadership of Sri Akal Takht Sahib despite attempts by anti-panthic forces to create divisions. The 12-day march saw participation from lakhs of devotees across Majha and Malwa regions. https://punjab.news18.com/news/dharm/conspiracies-to-weaken-sikh-institutions-and-panthic-unity-will-never-succeed-giani-kuldeep-singh-gargajj-993034.html