The month of January 2026 was the rainiest in four years in Chandigarh, with 63.6 mm rainfall recorded, which is 69 more than normal. The Meteorological Department has predicted light rain in the Tricity today and tomorrow and strong winds on Sunday. The weather is being affected due to western disturbance and cyclonic system over Pakistan, due to which it remains cold.
IAS Paramjit Singh, who was caught on bribery charges four years ago, will now face a money laundering case. Enforcement Directorate ED has filed a charge sheet against him in Chandigarh District Court. During the CBI investigation, Rs 49 lakh in cash and Rs 1228 more assets were found with him, after which ED took this action.
Police investigation is going on in the case of 328 missing sacred statues in Amritsar. On Friday, seven members and officers of Shiromani Gurdwara Management Committee SGPC reached the Police Commissioner's office and recorded their statements. SGPC's Legal Advisor Amanbir Singh Siyali said that summons have been issued to a total of 40 members and the committee is fully cooperating in the investigation. This action is being taken under the SIT investigation of FIR number 168.
Sukhpal Singh Saran of Bathinda has accused a Pakistani citizen of threatening to kill him along with his family. They have sent a complaint to senior police officials including DGP Punjab, demanding immediate security and legal action. Saran says that he has received threats in the past also for raising his voice against anti-national activities. The accused claimed to have personal information and threatened to kill him within 15 days.
In Ludhiana, a youth had to face a heavy challan for making a social media reel by performing dangerous stunts on a moving car. After the video went viral, the traffic police took action and issued a challan of Rs 5 to 7 thousand. The youth has been given a strict warning not to commit such acts in future, otherwise the vehicle will be confiscated. Police have appealed to people to avoid deadly stunts for popularity and follow the rules.
Scooty rider Sanjeev Singh died in a collision with a roadways bus in Jalandhar on January 28. After the accident, bus driver Sandeep Singh fled from the spot. Police have registered the case and started investigation and the search for the absconding driver is ongoing. The deceased was taken to the hospital, where doctors declared him dead.
Punjab Congress general secretary and businessman Manoj Manu Baring died of a heart attack in Jalandhar. Despite being taken to the hospital late at night, he could not be saved. He was involved in catering and property business, and was also a bodybuilder. Manu Baring, active in politics, was considered close to former Chief Minister Charanjit Singh Channi.
There was a loud explosion in Fatehgarh Sahib at around 8:55 pm on Thursday night, due to which the glasses of the houses shook and people got scared. This incident is reminiscent of the railway line blast that took place near Khanpur village on January 23. Police have asked people to remain calm and are investigating the source of the blast.
Amritsar Police has arrested Joban Singh, a member of a ransom demanding gang, after an encounter near Sultanwind village. The accused tried to snatch the pistol from the policeman, after which he was shot in the leg in retaliation. This arrest follows the earlier arrest of three other members of the Satta Naushehra gang. Police have also recovered weapons from the spot and strict action is underway against the gang.
62-year-old retired woman Veena was murdered by slitting her throat in Indira Colony, Amritsar. It is alleged that two youths who were his tenants made the son unconscious by giving him intoxicating liquor and then committed the crime. The accused have absconded after the murder. Police is investigating and the search for the accused is going on. There is an atmosphere of panic in the area due to this incident.
Chandigarh will get a new mayor by 12 noon today. BJP's Saurabh Joshi, AAP's Yogesh Dhingra and Congress's Gurpreet Singh Gabi are in the fray. Due to the resentment of AAP councilors and the distance between Congress and AAP, the victory of BJP's Saurabh Joshi looks easy. BJP has 18 votes, while two AAP councilors are said to be angry. Voting will start at 11 am.
Gurvinder Singh alias Guri, accused of murder of terrorist Goldie Brar's cousin Gurlal, was shot dead near the SSP office in Mohali. Two miscreants fired about 15 rounds at him. Gurvinder had come to appear in the drug smuggling case. The police is considering it to be the result of rivalry. Goldie Brar took responsibility for the murder.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Dera Ballan in Jalandhar on February 1, where he will take blessings from Sant Niranjan Das Ji. This visit, initiated by former Union Minister Vijay Sampla, is historic for the Dalit community and Punjab. It will give the message of social harmony and respect, and will also strengthen brotherhood by giving national recognition to the teachings of Guru Ravidas Ji.
Sri Akal Takht Sahib Secretariat has sent the alleged objectionable video related to Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann to three forensic labs for examination. This step has been taken on the orders of Jathedar Giani Kuldeep Singh Gadgaj, as CM Mann had described it as AI-generated. The report is awaited to know the truth and ensure a fair investigation, on the basis of which further action will be decided.
Moga's famous mathematics teacher Gobind Lal, popularly known as 'Gobind Veerji', passed away at the age of 59. Despite physical challenges since birth, he taught mathematics to thousands of students for more than 37 years, providing free education, especially to economically weaker children. His 'Gobind Veer Formula' simplified mathematics. His life was a symbol of self-reliance and inspiration, which made many people successful.
A minor dispute over giving way to an e-rickshaw took a violent turn in Batala. A 58-year-old man, Raj Kumar, was killed by a car driver who attacked him with a baseball. Raj Kumar had come to intervene to save his son. The accused absconded after the incident. The police have started the investigation after conducting postmortem of the body and are scanning the CCTV footage.
The Second Innings Association has complained to the Deputy Commissioner of Chandigarh about the lack of disabled-friendly facilities in theaters in the city. There are allegations of violations of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act 2016, including the absence of ramps, lifts, wheelchair seats and accessible toilets. The association has demanded immediate audit and action against those not following the rules, to ensure equal access for all.
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation is launching 'MC One Pass' scheme today. Under this, monthly parking pass will be available for Rs 500 for car and Rs 250 for two-wheeler. Mayor Harpreet Kaur Babla will inaugurate it. This digital system in collaboration with Bank of Baroda will make parking simple and transparent, which will reduce the problem of parking in the city.
A CNG truck suddenly caught fire in Sunder Nagar, Ludhiana on Sunday morning. The fire was so severe that the gas cylinder of the truck burst, causing a massive explosion. The truck was filled with flammable mattress-making foam, due to which the fire spread rapidly. The driver came out in time, due to which a major accident was averted. The fire brigade brought the fire under control with the help of two vehicles. Local people expressed concern over hanging power lines.
In Chaudhary Majra village of Patiala, a 27-year-old youth Bhura Singh committed suicide by hanging himself from a fan due to a domestic dispute. Nabha Sadar Police is investigating the case. Villagers told that the young man was also addicted to drugs. This incident highlights the serious consequences of domestic violence.