Prabhsimran Singh from Punjab has been selected for the Indian T20 squad for the Zimbabwe tour. Sanju Samson has been dropped due to poor form, while newcomers Yash Thakur and Ashok Sharma earned maiden call-ups. Shreyas Iyer will lead the T20 team in three matches scheduled for July 23, 25, and 27 in Harare. Additionally, Shivam Dube replaced the injured Nitish Kumar Reddy in the ODI squad against England. https://www.punjabitribuneonline.com/news/sports/punjabs-prabhsimran-singh-included-in-indian-squad-for-t20-series-against-zimbabwe/

The article highlights the significance of serving 'Laddu Gopal' (the child form of Lord Krishna) in Hindu tradition, specifically focusing on the upcoming Monthly Janmashtami on July 7, 2026. According to Pandit Dwarika Prasad, the Ashtami Tithi begins at 12:06 PM on July 7 and ends at 12:40 PM on July 8. Since Lord Krishna's birth is celebrated at midnight, the fast and special prayers will be held on Tuesday, July 7. The text outlines the ritualistic worship process, including bathing the deity with Ganga water and offering yellow flowers to ensure peace and prosperity in the household. https://punjab.news18.com/news/pathankot/monthly-janmashtami-2026-vrat-date-puja-vidhi-laddu-gopal-worship-and-midnight-puja-timing-hindu-js-local18-985247.html

The Punjab and Haryana High Court has disposed of the parole petition filed by Jagtar Singh Hawara. Hawara had sought parole to take care of his ailing mother. Following the court's disposal of the plea, Hawara's legal counsel stated that they would file a fresh request for parole. Currently, no immediate relief has been granted, and the legal team is preparing a new application to pursue the matter further. https://punjab.news18.com/videos/punjab/breaking-news-jagtar-singh-hawara-parole-news-news18-punjab-984953.html

Following its removal from OTT platforms, Diljit Dosanjh's controversial film 'Sutlej' is being screened in Punjab's villages. Screenings have already begun in Gurdaspur and are scheduled for Pathankot's prominent Gurdwaras. Local leaders and farmer unions are planning to take the film to every village in Punjab to satisfy the increasing public curiosity, especially among the youth. https://punjabi.abplive.com/news/punjab/dilji-dosanjh-film-satluj-will-be-screening-in-gurudwara-sahib-pathankot-875172

The struggle for justice initiated by human rights activist Jaswant Singh Khalra remains in the spotlight as 135 Punjab Police personnel have been convicted to date in cases related to fake encounters. The issue gained renewed attention following a ban on the film 'Sutlej' (formerly Punjab 95) starring Diljit Dosanjh. Khalra, who exposed thousands of illegal cremations, was himself abducted and murdered in 1995. While 135 lower-rank officials faced sentencing after decades of legal delays, families still seek complete justice and adequate compensation for their long-standing suffering. https://www.punjabitribuneonline.com/news/explainers/jaswant-singh-khalra-long-fight-for-justice-135-police-personnel-punished-know-why-the-ban-on-a-film-has-rekindled-the-issue/

The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Punjab has condemned the removal of the film 'Sutlej' from an OTT platform. The movie is based on the life of human rights activist Jaswant Singh Khalra. AAP media in-charge Baltej Pannu alleged that the BJP and Congress are working together to hide Punjab's dark history from the new generation. Originally titled 'Ghallughara' and later 'Punjab 95', the film was removed within two days of its release. AAP has demanded the immediate restoration of the film to allow citizens to learn about historical truths. https://www.punjabitribuneonline.com/news/punjab/aap-demands-lifting-of-ban-on-film-sutlej/

Kannada actor and director Rishab Shetty has provided a major update on the Kantara franchise, confirming that planning for Kantara 3 has begun alongside work on Kantara: Chapter 2. Additionally, he shared details about his upcoming roles, including playing Lord Hanuman in Prashanth Varma's 'Jai Hanuman' and Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in a historical film. He also plans to announce two new films under his production house, Rishab Shetty Films, by the end of this year. https://zeenews.india.com/hindi/zeephh/entertainment/rishab-shetty-gives-big-update-about-kantara-chapter-3/3263099

Parminder Singh Dhindsa and Sarwan Singh Phillaur of Shiromani Akali Dal Punar-Surjeet have criticized the removal of the film 'Sutlej' (Punjab 95) from OTT platforms. They termed it undeclared censorship, noting that the censor board demanded 127 cuts in the film based on Jaswant Singh Khalra's life. The leaders questioned the bias, comparing it to the release of other propaganda films, and demanded the movie be released in its original form without any alterations. https://www.rozanaspokesman.in/news/punjab/070726/banning-of-the-film-sutlej-on-ott-platforms-is-a-symbol-of-unannounc.html

Diljit Dosanjh's film 'Satluj' (originally titled Punjab 95), based on the life of human rights activist Jaswant Singh Khalra, has been removed from the OTT platform ZEE5 just two days after its release. The film had previously faced a three-year ban. Diljit expressed deep sadness over the move, comparing the film's fate to that of Khalra himself. ZEE5 stated that the film will remain unavailable until further notice due to current circumstances, while they seek legal remedies. https://khalastv.com/diljit-dosanjhs-film-sutlej-removed-from-ott-platform/

Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema has approved the recruitment of 619 Multipurpose Health Workers (Female) in the Health and Family Welfare Department. The recruitment includes 220 direct posts, 346 through promotion, and 53 revived posts. The pay scale is fixed at Rs. 21,700 - 69,100. To ensure a speedy process, the recruitment will be handled by Baba Farid University of Health Sciences instead of SSSB. Additionally, the government authorized the filling of 97 posts in the Industries Department to boost administrative efficiency. https://zeenews.india.com/hindi/zeephh/punjab/punjab-government-approves-619-multipurpose-health-worker-recruitment-and-97-industry-department-posts/3259468