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Feb 22, 2026

Retired Colonel Duped Of Rs 29 Lakh In The Name Of Investment, Showed Greed For Profit By Pretending To Be Representative Of Renowned Companies

In Chandigarh, cyber thugs defrauded 70-year-old retired Colonel Bharat Bhushan Sharma of Rs 29.45 lakh in the name of investment. The fraudsters pretended to be representatives of well-known companies and lured them with good returns and used fake websites. The Colonel transferred the money between December 2025 and January 2026. Later, after coming to know about the fraud, he lodged a complaint with the police, investigation has been started.

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Amitesh Kumar

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Feb 22, 2026

Naib Saini's Sharp Attack On AAP And Congress In Ludhiana; Enumerated The Achievements Of Haryana Government

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini attacked AAP and Congress in Ludhiana, calling them only doing politics of slogans. He accused you of false promises and corruption. Saini listed the achievements of the Haryana government, including gas cylinders at ₹500, free treatment of kidney patients and procurement of 100 MSP crops. He said that BJP believes in good governance and the aim is to make Haryana a leading state.

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Md Amir

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Feb 22, 2026

Outrage Over Sacrilege Of Gutka Sahib In Punjab; Accused Arrested, Family Raised Questions On Mental Condition

A case of desecration of Sri Gutka Sahib has come to light near Rajpura railway station, due to which there is huge anger in the area. People caught the accused and handed him over to the police. Police have registered a case of hurting religious sentiments and theft. The family of the accused has claimed that he is mentally ill. Police are appealing for calm and a thorough investigation into the matter is ongoing.

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Nitu Kumari

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Feb 21, 2026

Horrific Accident In Fatehgarh Sahib: Due To Fog, Several Vehicles Collided One After The Other With A Tipper Parked On The Road, 6 People Injured.

A major accident occurred at around 7:30 am due to dense fog near Tarkhan Majra village on Sirhind National Highway in Fatehgarh Sahib. The Scorpio collided with a parked tipper, after which more than six vehicles collided one after the other. More than six people were injured in this accident, who were discharged after first aid. The accident caused a long traffic jam on the road. Police are investigating and traffic police have appealed to be cautious in the fog.

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Md Amir

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Feb 21, 2026

Doctor Kidnapping Case! Accused Policemen Posted On Important Posts, Questions Raised On The Functioning Of The Department

Despite the chargesheet being filed by the CBI in the kidnapping case of dentist Dr. Mohit Dhawan, the accused policemen are posted on important posts. This is raising serious questions on the functioning of Chandigarh Police. Many of the accused are still in sensitive units, where they were accused of kidnapping. This situation highlights the role of top officials and the lack of accountability in the department.

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Kunal Mehta

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Feb 21, 2026

Fraud Is Happening In The Name Of Hotel Booking, Victims Are Becoming Victims By Uploading Information On Internet Media

Parit Aggarwal of Chandigarh became a victim of fraud in the name of hotel booking. The thugs, posing as hotel representatives, extorted thousands of rupees from them through QR code. First the money was transferred several times on the pretext of booking and then GST and refund. After realizing that he was cheated, the victim lodged a complaint with the cyber police, and the police is investigating the matter.

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Vikram Chauhan

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Feb 21, 2026

Investigation Completed In The Case Of Death Of 50 Cows And Their Offspring In Chandigarh, Conspiracy Denied, Negligence In Management

The investigation report of the death of more than 50 cattle in Raipur Kalan Gaushala, Chandigarh has been submitted to the Chief Secretary. No conspiracy has been ruled out in this, but negligence was found at many levels in the management of the cowshed and the dead body disposal plant. Deaths occurred due to technical glitches and plastic being found in the stomachs of cows. The administration is assuring appropriate action.

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Pragya Srishti

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Feb 20, 2026

Drug Smuggling Gang Busted In Ludhiana: Female Kingpin And Supplier Arrested, 200 Grams Of Heroin Seized

Ludhiana Police has busted a big drug smuggling gang, arresting a woman leader Balwinder Kaur and supplier Pavinder Singh. A total of 200 grams of heroin was recovered from them. Another accused Deepu Kumar is absconding. Police have taken the accused on remand and further investigation is underway. Three youths from other places in the city were also caught with heroin.

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Amit Kumar

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Feb 20, 2026

Farmers Rally In Barnala On March 10 To Protest Against Trade Deal; Warning To Government, Rupinder Becomes District Head

Bharatiya Kisan Union Lakhowal held a meeting at Sri Muktsar Sahib and did organizational expansion. Rupinder Singh was unanimously appointed as the district head. Farmers opposed the proposed trade deal with America, calling it anti-farmer. A protest outside the houses of MLAs was announced on 22 February and a big farmers rally in Barnala on 10 March. He warned the government that if the deal was not withdrawn the agitation would intensify.

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Nitu Kumari

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Feb 20, 2026

Noora Sisters' Father Gulshan Veer Suffers From Kidney Failure; Discharged From Hospital After Six Days Of Treatment

Gulshan Veer, father of Punjabi singer Noora Sisters, has been discharged from the kidney hospital in Jalandhar after six days of treatment after suffering from kidney failure. He had severe infection and chronic kidney disease stage-5. Doctors inserted a stent in his left kidney and performed dialysis three times. His condition is now stable, but will require regular check-ups and treatment.

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Md Amir

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Feb 20, 2026

Three Trees Stolen From Sub Tehsil Tehsil Premises Of Muktsar; No Clue Found Despite CCTV

Unknown thieves cut and stole three trees overnight from Sub Tehsil Doda complex in Giddarbaha area of Muktsar. Branches of many other trees were also cut, causing damage to government property. Despite CCTV cameras being installed, no trace of the thieves was found as they entered from the back door. Naib Tehsildar has lodged a complaint with the police, who are investigating the matter. This incident raises questions on the increasing incidents of theft and security arrangements in the area.

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Anand Kumar

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Feb 19, 2026

Stadiums Will Be Built In Every Village Of Punjab, CM Mann Said - Sports Will Be Made A Shield To Eliminate Drug Addiction.

Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann said in Kila Raipur Rural Olympics that sports is the biggest weapon against drugs. He announced an increase in the budget of Punjab for sports and construction of stadium in every village. The old bullock cart races were reintroduced after legal amendments. Mann said that the government is committed to making Punjab drug-free by diverting the energy of the youth in a positive direction.

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Nitu Kumari

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Feb 19, 2026

Ruthless Murder Of Freedom Fighter's Wife With The Intention Of Robbery In Punjab; CCTV Solved The Murder Mystery

Joginder Kaur, wife of a 99-year-old freedom fighter, was murdered with the intention of robbery in Mahilpur, Hoshiarpur. She lived alone in the house. Her son, living in Australia, informed the neighbors after not seeing any movement of his mother through CCTV footage, after which her body was found in a box. CCTV footage revealed Daniel from the same village, who confessed to his crime.

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Anand Kumar

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Feb 19, 2026

Big Action By Firozpur Police In The Campaign Against War Drugs; Young Man Arrested With 6 Kg Heroin Recovered

Firozpur Police has taken major action under the anti-war drug campaign. Police arrested a youth Sonu Singh and recovered 6 kg 38 grams of heroin from him. Its price in the international market is said to be crores of rupees. A case has been registered against the accused under the NDPS Act and further investigation is underway so that other people associated with the drug network can be traced.

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Pragya Srishti

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Feb 18, 2026

Bribery Officer Arrested In Kapurthala, Punjab: Demanded ₹ 10000 From Laborer To Dismiss The Case, Vigilance Caught Him Like This

In Kapurthala, Punjab Vigilance Bureau arrested Naib Court Officer of SDM Court Rajinder Singh red handed while taking bribe. The accused had asked for Rs 50,000 from a laborer to get his case dismissed. Based on the recording of the complainant, the vigilance team laid a trap and caught him taking Rs 10,000. This action was taken on the complaint of a laborer from Nakodar.

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Amitesh Kumar

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Feb 18, 2026

BBA Student Died After Falling From The Second Floor Of CT University In Ludhiana, The Accident Happened While Waiting For The Lift; Family In Shock

BBA student Shavleen Khatoon died after falling from the second floor at Ludhiana's CT University. While waiting for the lift, she lost her balance on the railing and fell into the basement. The seriously injured student died while being taken to the hospital. The police have started action under section 174 on the father's statement. DSP and MLA expressed condolences to the family.

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Aarav Sharma

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Feb 18, 2026

Love Marriage With Sister And Bloody Game Of Brother-in-law, Entered The House And Killed Brother-in-law; Three Bullets In The Head

A shocking incident has come to light in Leharagaga, Sangrur, where a brother-in-law, angry over his sister's love marriage, shot dead his brother-in-law Gurpreet Singh. This incident happened in Lahal Kalan village. The police took prompt action and arrested the main accused Harmandeep Singh within five hours. The deceased Gurpreet Singh was shot outside his house at 2 o'clock in the night. Police are searching for other attackers.

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Kunal Mehta

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Feb 18, 2026

Sarpanch Shot With Bullets At Wedding Ceremony In Tarn Taran; Gurbarinder Singh Shot Dead, Cousin Injured

AAP sarpanch Gurbarinder Singh alias Happy was shot dead by bike-borne shooters during a wedding ceremony in village Seron of Tarn Taran. His cousin was also injured in the attack. Police said that this incident could be related to gangster activities or extortion. Police have started investigation and are scanning CCTV footage, claiming to arrest the accused soon.

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Pragya Srishti

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Feb 17, 2026

Municipal Corporation Has Strict Rules For Parking In Chandigarh, Ban On Parking Vehicles From 12 Midnight To 6 Am.

Chandigarh Municipal Corporation has issued new strict parking rules. Now parking of vehicles in the corporation parking is prohibited from 12 midnight to 6 am. This rule will be applicable to paid and marked free parking. Parking is also prohibited on corporation land, such as open grounds, green belts. In case of violation, action will be taken like challan, clamping and towing, the aim of which is to improve the parking system in the city.

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Pragya Srishti

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Feb 17, 2026

One Who Fired In The Air In Faridkot, Punjab Arrested With Revolver

Gurnam Singh alias Billa has been arrested for firing in the air in the street in Mandwala village of Faridkot. Police have recovered a revolver and cartridges from him. Despite the family's persuasion, the accused continued firing, causing panic in the village and putting people's lives in danger. Police have registered the case and started further action.

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Nitu Kumari

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