The Punjab Cabinet, led by CM Bhagwant Mann, is expected to finalize the dates for the upcoming Monsoon Session, likely to be held from August 3 to August 10, 2026. This will be the last monsoon session of the current AAP government's term. Key agendas include an amendment to the 'Jagat Jyot Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji Satkar Act' to strengthen laws regarding the protection of religious scriptures. https://punjabi.newsd5.in/%E0%A8%AA%E0%A9%B0%E0%A8%9C%E0%A8%BE%E0%A8%AC-%E0%A8%B5%E0%A8%BF%E0%A8%A7%E0%A8%BE%E0%A8%A8-%E0%A8%B8%E0%A8%AD%E0%A8%BE-%E0%A8%A6%E0%A8%BE-%E0%A8%AE%E0%A8%BE%E0%A8%A8%E0%A8%B8%E0%A9%82%E0%A8%A8/

The protective glass cover of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar's statue at Jalandhar Bypass Chowk in Ludhiana was broken by miscreants using stones. This led to a massive protest by BSP workers and locals who accused the administration of negligence. Protesters demanded the immediate arrest of the culprits and threatened to block the national highway. Police have initiated an investigation using CCTV footage and have deployed forces in the area to maintain law and order. https://www.punjabitribuneonline.com/news/punjab/glass-installed-to-protect-ambedkars-statue-broken/

Police forcibly removed Cockroach Janta Party protesters from Jantar Mantar in New Delhi using lathi-charge and tear gas. The clash occurred when protesters tried to march towards the Parliament. Following the incident, party leader Sourav Das met Union Minister J.P. Nadda to demand the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. Nadda assured discussions on the matter but made no concrete promises. https://www.rozanaspokesman.in/news/nation/200726/police-removed-supporters-of-the-cockroach-janata-party-from-jantar-ma.html

Protests have erupted again at the Shambhu border as farmers oppose the proposed India-US trade agreement. Farmers fear that the deal will allow cheap US agricultural imports to flood Indian markets, making it impossible for small Indian farmers to compete. Organizations like SKM and BKU argue that the dairy sector and crop prices will be severely hit. This unrest poses a fresh political challenge for the BJP ahead of upcoming elections, recalling the 2020-21 farmers' movement. https://www.punjabitribuneonline.com/news/nation/india-us-trade-agreement-smoke-rises-from-new-farmers-movement/

Punjab Water Resources Minister Barinder Kumar Goyal launched a ₹650 crore irrigation scheme for 102 villages in the Nurpur Bedi block. The project aims to provide lift irrigation facilities and manage rainwater by constructing dams on the Swan river and Sutlej, covering 2,785 acres in the first phase. This initiative is expected to reduce groundwater dependency and protect villages from annual floods, marking a significant step for local agriculture since independence. https://zeenews.india.com/hindi/zeephh/punjab/nurpur-bedi-irrigation-project-rs-650-crore-102-villages-barinder-kumar-goyal/3271688

The Punjab Meteorological Department has issued an orange alert for heavy rain across 8 districts on Tuesday. Due to the warning, the administration has ordered the closure of all schools and Anganwadi centers in Amritsar district. The monsoon activity is expected to bring relief from the heat and benefit Kharif crops like paddy and maize, though low-lying areas face waterlogging risks. https://punjabi.abplive.com/news/punjab/punjab-monsoon-red-alert-in-these-districts-school-will-be-closed-today-876111

Clashes broke out at Panjab University (PU) Chandigarh as students protested against an RSS event featuring speakers Sadhvi Rithambara and Shanta Kumar. Despite alleged prior assurances from PU authorities to cancel the program, it proceeded, leading to a march by student groups. Chandigarh police reportedly used force and detained several leaders, including Joban and Sarah Sharma, moving them to the Sector-24 police station. The student body 'PU Against Saffronisation' has condemned the police action and called for a gathering at the Students' Centre. https://www.punjabitribuneonline.com/news/chandigarh/students-angry-over-resumption-of-cancelled-program-at-punjab-university-police-resorted-to-taunts/

The Chandigarh administration has successfully halted the auction of the city's heritage furniture in Barcelona, Spain, scheduled for July 2026. Following instructions from Administrator Gulab Chand Kataria, the Cultural Affairs Secretary engaged the Ministry of External Affairs for diplomatic intervention. The Indian Embassy in Spain ensured the items were withdrawn from the auction. The administration aims to verify and repatriate these items, which are considered integral to the city's architectural heritage. https://punjab.news18.com/news/punjab/auction-of-chandigarh-heritage-furniture-in-spain-halted-major-success-for-the-administration-skm-988964.html

Light to moderate rainfall in various parts of Tarn Taran district has provided relief from humid heat. Farmers and agricultural officers state that the rain is highly beneficial for paddy, basmati, and fodder crops. While areas like Rasulpur and Sabhra witnessed rain, farmers in Chohla Sahib offered prayers at a Gurdwara as their area remained dry. Health experts noted the weather change is also beneficial for preventing children's illnesses. https://www.punjabitribuneonline.com/news/punjab/punjab-weather-relief-from-the-scorching-heat-rain-a-boon-for-crops/

Punjab farmers have postponed their march to Delhi after reaching an agreement with the Haryana government on two key demands: the release of arrested farmer leaders and a scheduled meeting with Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Chouhan within 8-10 days. Earlier, Haryana police had sealed the Shambhu and Khanauri borders with heavy barricading and security forces to prevent farmers from advancing. Following the successful meeting with Agriculture Minister Shyam Singh Rana, farmers began returning from the border points. https://punjabi.abplive.com/news/punjab/haryana-punjab-news-farmers-protest-shambhu-border-delhi-march-strategy-check-all-details-inside-876170