Rajya Sabha MP Sant Balbir Singh Seechewal has written to the DGP Punjab to return his official security cover. He requested that the 6 personnel deployed with him be shifted to Lohian and Sultanpur Lodhi police stations to tackle rising crime and staff shortages. He highlighted concerns over drug cases and theft incidents, including 8 robberies in a single night in Seechewal village, stating that public safety is more important than his personal security. https://punjab.news18.com/news/punjab/sant-balbir-singh-seechewal-returns-security-punjab-dgp-letter-skm-990713.html

A heartbreaking incident occurred at Pathankot railway station where a woman allegedly abandoned her 2-year-old child on a moving train and fled on another train. A fellow passenger, Champa Devi, rescued the crying child and handed him over to the GRP. The police have placed the child in an orphanage and are scanning CCTV footage from Bharoli and Pathankot stations to identify the woman. https://punjab.news18.com/news/pathankot/pathankot-railway-station-abandoned-child-case-grpf-investigation-cctv-footage-investigation-punjab-local18-990504.html

The Central Government has decided to complete three major stalled railway projects in Punjab at its own expense, overcoming land acquisition delays. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced in the Lok Sabha that projects like the 18 km Rajpura-Mohali line (₹443 crore) and the Rajpura bypass (₹412 crore) will provide direct connectivity between Malwa and Chandigarh. A budget of ₹100 crore has been allocated for the 2026-27 fiscal year. Additionally, the speed limit on the Bathinda-Rajpura route has been increased to 110 kmph to enhance efficiency. https://www.rozanaspokesman.in/news/nation/270726/the-central-government-will-complete-three-stalled-rail-projects-in-pu.html

The world-famous Virasat-e-Khalsa museum in Sri Anandpur Sahib will remain closed for tourists from July 25 to July 31 due to annual maintenance and essential repairs of the building and facilities. Visitors from Punjab, other states, and abroad, as well as school trips, are advised to plan their visits only after July 31 to avoid any inconvenience. The museum is expected to resume normal operations for the public starting August 1. https://punjabi.newsd5.in/%E0%A8%B5%E0%A8%BF%E0%A8%B0%E0%A8%BE%E0%A8%B8%E0%A8%A4-%E0%A8%8F-%E0%A8%96%E0%A8%BC%E0%A8%BE%E0%A8%B2%E0%A8%B8%E0%A8%BE-%E0%A8%B8%E0%A9%88%E0%A8%B2%E0%A8%BE%E0%A8%A8%E0%A9%80%E0%A8%86%E0%A8%82/

The Institute of Sikh Studies New Zealand (ISSNZ) has achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first Sikh organization to be registered as a Private Training Establishment (PTE) under the New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA). They received approval for a 'Certificate in Panjabi Language (Level 3)', a 60-credit program that contributes to NCEA qualifications. A thanksgiving ceremony was held at Gurudwara Sri Guru Teg Bahadur Sahib, Papatoetoe, attended by MP Jenny Salesa and other community leaders. The initiative aims to preserve Punjabi language, Gurmukhi script, and Sikh heritage for future generations in New Zealand, offering both on-campus and online learning options. https://www.kuksamachar.co.nz/%E0%A8%87%E0%A9%B0%E0%A8%B8%E0%A8%9F%E0%A9%80%E0%A8%9A%E0%A8%BF%E0%A8%8A%E0%A8%9F-%E0%A8%86%E0%A8%AB%E0%A8%BC-%E0%A8%B8%E0%A8%BF%E0%A9%B1%E0%A8%96-%E0%A8%B8%E0%A8%9F%E0%A9%B1%E0%A8%A1%E0%A9%80/

The Punjab government has made a major late-night announcement regarding three major ongoing strikes in the state. This report provides the latest updates on the government's stance and decisions aimed at resolving the situation and restoring public services. The move is expected to impact the striking organizations and address the grievances that led to the protests. https://khalastv.com/latest-information-about-3-major-strikes-in-punjab-government-made-a-big-announcement-at-night-special-report/

Advocate Amninder Singh, the son of senior Shiromani Akali Dal leader Harbhupinder Singh Ladi Butter, has passed away. The news was shared by Akali leader Barjinder Singh Brar on social media, expressing deep condolences to the family. The sudden demise has caused a wave of mourning in Punjab's political and social circles. The exact cause of death has not yet been disclosed. https://punjab.news18.com/news/moga/shiromani-akali-dal-leader-harbhupinder-singh-ladi-butter-son-advocate-amninder-singh-passes-away-punjab-political-news-local18-990169.html

Pralhad Joshi took charge as the new Union Education Minister on Sunday, succeeding Dharmendra Pradhan who resigned following student protests over the NEET paper leak controversy. A five-time MP from Dharwad, Joshi emphasized his commitment to making the education system more transparent, student-centric, and effective under PM Modi's guidance. His primary challenges include restoring student trust, preventing future paper leaks, and fully implementing the National Education Policy (NEP). President Droupadi Murmu accepted Pradhan's resignation before Joshi was assigned this additional responsibility. https://zeenews.india.com/hindi/zeephh/national/pralhad-joshi-takes-charge-as-union-education-minister/3275715

The Regional Transport Authority in Mohali has intensified its drive against commercial vehicles violating traffic rules and illegal parking. Led by RTO Harpreet Singh Atwal, enforcement teams conducted surprise checks on private, tourist, and school buses as well as taxis. A total of 1,903 challans were issued for violations like overloading and lack of documents, collecting over Rs 1.36 crore in fines. The campaign aims to ensure road safety and smooth traffic flow following public complaints. https://zeenews.india.com/hindi/zeephh/punjab/mohali-rto-action-commercial-vehicles-traffic-rule-violation-drive/3277237

Internal rift within Punjab Congress surfaced again as senior leaders Charanjit Singh Channi and Sukhjinder Singh Randhawa skipped a party protest led by Raja Warring outside Parliament. Instead, they held a separate meeting at MLA Barindermeet Singh Pahra's residence in Gurdaspur. A social media reel shared after the meeting with symbolic lyrics has sparked rumors about shifting political dynamics and factions within the state unit ahead of future electoral challenges. https://punjab.news18.com/news/barnala/punjab-congress-faction-politics-channi-randhawa-meeting-raises-fresh-questions-local18-990662.html