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A detailed search led to the seizure of 74 packets of ganja, each wrapped in khakhi-coloured plastic tape, hidden inside secret cavities constructed in the front and rear portions of the car’s floor.

DRI Ludhiana seizes 103 kg ganja concealed in false compartments in car, arrests 2

November 15, 2025 8:46 pm

The seized ganja consignment is valued at around Rs 31 lakh in the illicit market.

After it was revealed that the cash was missing, an FIR was registered against senior constable Gurdas Singh and he was arrested.

How Ludhiana cop siphoned off Rs 1.25 crore 'drug money' from police station; arrested

November 16, 2025 1:10 pm

According to the FIR, when the seals of the four parcels containing the case property were opened in the court on the orders of the judge, the cash was found missing.

He urged strict action against culprits and cautioned people against targeting any religion after terror incidents.

Terrorists not only betray India, but also Islam: Shahi Imam of Punjab slams blast near Red Fort as ‘shameful’ attack

November 14, 2025 9:39 pm

Maulana Muhammad Usman Rehmani Ludhianvi called for strict and swift action by the Centre against those involved in terror activities “so that a clear message can be sent to the traitors”.

Ludhiana police commissioner Swapan Sharma addressing a press conference in Ludhiana, Thursday

Chinese hand grenade recovery in Ludhiana: Pakistan's ISI-linked terror module ‘aimed to create unrest in Punjab’ busted, 10 arrested

November 13, 2025 5:50 pm

Preliminary probe has revealed that the accused were in contact with Pak-based handlers through Malaysia-based operatives, Red Corner Notices issued, say Punjab Police.

Samrala killing, Samrala killing Cop among 3 injured in encounter, Khanna police, Indian express news, current affairs

Samrala killing: Cop among 3 injured in encounter; ‘social media post in Anmol Bishnoi’s name was fake’, say police

November 12, 2025 1:32 am

Police also said the social media post from the handle of gangster Anmol Bishnoi (currently jailed in the US) claiming credit for the murder was “fake” and was posted “to gain popularity in Lawrence Bishnoi gang’s name”.

Despite relaxed norms and government efforts, CCI’s procurement remains negligible this season.

Kapas Kisan app runs into trouble in Punjab despite relaxed norms; Cotton Corporation of India’s purchases remain minimal

November 11, 2025 5:01 pm

According to CCI, registered farmers who book slots through the app are eligible to sell under MSP, with a seven-day rolling slot-booking system introduced to manage crowds.

'National loss', 'non-serious': NGT raps Punjab for failing to operationalise Ludhiana carcass processing plant, only third in country

November 07, 2025 12:39 am

The NGT bench has also ordered the Punjab government to furnish details of how carcasses generated on a daily basis are disposed of in the state.

Another rivalry killing in Punjab: Man shot dead at Ludhiana village, his friend injured

November 05, 2025 1:02 pm

Khanna police identified the deceased as Gurwinder Singh, alias Kinda, of Manki village, a 'kabutarbaaz' (pigeon-fancier), who would rear and train pigeons for the sport.

Café S.P.I.C.E: Eating joint run by specially-abled inaugurated in Ludhiana

October 29, 2025 10:33 am

Served with love: Specially-abled persons will handle all operations, from cooking and serving to billing and customer interaction, marking a significant step toward financial independence and workplace inclusion.

Darshan Singh Sahsi ran a successful cloth and textile recycling business in Canada

Businessman from Punjab's Ludhiana shot dead in Canada’s British Columbia

October 29, 2025 7:23 am

Darshan Singh Sahsi ran a successful cloth and textile recycling business in Canada, and also had business interests in Punjab.

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Protesters attack Arvind Kejriwal’s car in Ludhiana

February 29, 2016 6:27 pm

"In a well-orchestrated attack, the goons sent by Badals attacked Kejriwal's car with stones & rods as police stood by. The attackers came within an inch of grievously injuring Kejriwal," party leader Ashish Khetan tweeted.

Elections 2014: Narendra Modi addresses rally in Ludhiana

April 25, 2014 9:01 pm

BJP's prime ministerial candidate Narendra Modi addressed a rally in Ludhiana on Friday.

LUDHIANA VIDEOS

Daredevils stun spectators in Punjab's Kila Raipur 'ural Olympics'

February 12, 2016 8:26 am

Ludhiana (Punjab), Feb 12: Every year Ludhiana becomes the destination for hundreds of sports enthusiasts from around the world who come to witness the Kila Raipur Sports Festival or the Rural Olympics. In the 80th edition of the rural Olympics held in Kila Raipur near Ludhiana, children, youngsters and veterans exhibited their courage and skill. The four-day sporting event from February 4-7 saw stuntmen performing daredevil acts like weight lifting with beard, pulling car with teeth, standing on a moving bike, holding ladder in mouth among others. Sportspersons displayed their agility and dexterity in a plethora of other sports like shot-put, weight lifting, paragliding and karate. The sporting event started in 1933 with only wrestling and athletics. Sports lovers from around the world flock to witness the unique sporting event. These games not only promote sportsmanship but also help develop closer people-to-people contact.

Few suspects seen near Army Cantonment area in Dholewal

January 23, 2016 4:53 pm

Ludhiana, Jan 23 (ANI): Few suspects were seen near the army cantonment area in Dholewal On Saturday evening, due to which the Ludhiana police officials issued high alert in the region. As a result, search operation was conducted in the area. Assistant Commissioner of Police, Ravinder Singh Cheema on Saturday said that ahead of the Republic day celebration, routine search operation is going on. He also said that he cannot disclose exactly about the operation right now.

Inter-university youth festival in Ludhiana strengthens cultural bond

January 22, 2016 8:39 am

Ludhiana,Jan 22 (ANI): Punjab Agricultural University in Ludhiana comes alive with the lively performances by students from North India. "Goonj-2016", the four-day long 31st Inter-University North Zone Youth Festival was organised by the Ministry of Youth Affairs in collaboration with Association of Indian Universities (AIU). Some 1200 students from universities across North India participated in 26 events including folk and classical music, mimicry, theatre, quiz and literary activities. The best performers will represent the north zone in a national level youth festival to be held in Mysore city in Karnataka.

Fire breaks out at chemical factory in Ludhiana

January 22, 2016 5:39 am

Ludhiana, Jan 22 (ANI): A massive fire broke out at chemical factory in Ludhiana last night. Fire tenders have rushed to the spot to douse the flame. No casualties have been reported so far.

India wakes up to foggy morning

January 08, 2016 9:31 am

New Delhi/Gurgaon / Ludhiana, Jan 08 (ANI): New Delhi woke up to a foggy morning on Friday with minimum temperatures dropping to 11 degree Celsius and poor visibility hitting vehicular movement. Early morning departures and arrivals of flights were delayed as visibility was very low on the runway. Around 60 flights were delayed. Delhi is expected to witness light rains on Saturday evening which is expected to lower the temperatures further. The traffic was slow, causing inconvenience to the commuters. Gurgaon also experienced severe foggy condition allowing only a very few vehicles on the roads. Low visibility also created trouble in reading sign boards. Meanwhile, Ludhiana city in state of Punjab was also covered under a thick blanket of fog as cold wave conditions prevailed. The year 2016 started at a warm note but the temperatures might change again.