Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann’s initiative, the Sadak Surakhya Force (SSF), has dramatically reduced road accidents in Punjab by 25%. This article details the SSF’s impact, operations, and advanced technology, highlighting its significant contribution to road safety.
India’s Food Corporation of India (FCI) and state agencies have procured over 120 lakh metric tonnes (LMT) of paddy in Punjab during the ongoing kharif marketing season (KMS) 2024-2025, benefiting over 6.58 lakh farmers. The procurement is being carried out at the Minimum Support Price (MSP) of Rs 2,320 per quintal for Grade ‘A’ paddy. This comes as the government aims to procure a total of 185 LMT of paddy for the season.
Punjab has witnessed a surge in stubble burning cases, reaching a record high of 484 cases in a single day. This coincides with Delhi’s deteriorating air quality, which is primarily attributed to local pollution sources, including transport, residential burning, and industrial emissions. While farm fires contribute minimally to Delhi’s air quality, Punjab’s rising stubble burning cases raise concerns about their impact on regional air quality.
A shootout erupted in Amritsar district, Punjab, as police attempted to recover weapons hidden by a gangster, Gursharan. The confrontation resulted in the death of Gursharan, who, along with his accomplice, Paras, had attempted to escape custody. Meanwhile, two other men, linked to separate murder cases, were apprehended in a joint operation by Punjab and Uttar Pradesh police.
Despite a decrease in stubble burning incidents in Punjab and Haryana, Delhi’s air quality continues to face seasonal challenges, with the AQI recorded at ‘very poor’ on October 23. A new study highlights the complex interplay of factors affecting Delhi’s air quality, emphasizing the need for coordinated efforts across states to address the issue.
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has given the green light for the prosecution of Dera Sacha Sauda chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh in connection with the 2015 sacrilege cases. This decision comes after the Supreme Court lifted a stay on the trial, paving the way for Punjab to proceed with its case.
A delayed start and a stubborn tenth-wicket partnership between Mayank Markande and Siddharth Kaul frustrated Kerala on the second day of the Ranji Trophy match against Punjab. Despite early inroads by Kerala, the visitors reached 180/9 at stumps, thanks to the resilience of the last wicket pair.
Kerala seized control on a rain-affected opening day of the Ranji Trophy match against Punjab. Despite a brief fightback, Punjab was left struggling at 95/5 at lunch, with Kerala’s bowlers, particularly Aditya Sarwate, making early inroads. Heavy showers forced an early end to play, leaving Kerala in a commanding position.
Punjab’s Harjinder Kaur dominated the National Weightlifting Championships, setting three new national records in the women’s 71kg category. She surpassed her own previous records in snatch, clean & jerk, and total weight lifted, showcasing her incredible strength and athleticism.
A clash at a panchayat office in Jalalabad, Punjab, led to an AAP leader being shot during a dispute over nomination papers for upcoming rural body elections. The incident involved supporters of the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) and the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), with allegations of illegal land possession and political rivalry fueling the violence.
