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Singer-rapper Yo Yo Honey Singh met BJP leader Tarun Chugh to address punjab's escalating drug crisis. Both emphasized the urgent need to shield the state's youth from addiction, with Honey Singh highlighting the devastating impact on families. Chugh urged the popular artist to leverage his influence through music to inspire young people to abandon drugs and reclaim their lives.

punjab gears up for polling in 103 urban local bodies today, featuring 7,555 candidates vying for 1,896 wards. Eight municipal corporations, 75 municipal councils, and 20 nagar panchayats are part of this extensive electoral exercise. Over 35 lakh voters will cast their ballots, with counting scheduled for May 29.

The IPL 2026 playoff race intensifies as punjab Kings face a must-win game against Lucknow Super Giants. Even with a victory, their qualification hinges on the outcomes of Rajasthan Royals vs. Mumbai Indians and Kolkata Knight Riders vs. Delhi Capitals matches. punjab Kings need specific results to advance without relying on net run rate.

punjab Kings, after a stellar start to IPL 2026, suffered a dramatic collapse, losing six consecutive matches to miss playoffs. A weak bowling attack, over-reliance on pace, fielding errors, and middle-order inconsistency proved costly. Despite a strong batting unit, tactical missteps and venue changes derailed their title aspirations.

Shreyas Iyer's maiden IPL century powered punjab Kings to a crucial seven-wicket victory over Lucknow Super Giants, keeping their playoff hopes alive. Iyer's magnificent 100, coupled with a 140-run partnership with Prabhsimran Singh, guided PBKS to 15 points. Their playoff fate now hinges on the Rajasthan Royals vs. Mumbai Indians match.

Raveena Tandon has urged punjab CM Bhagwant Mann to handle the state's stray dog management with compassion, following a Supreme Court order. While acknowledging public safety concerns, Tandon advocated for humane solutions like sterilization and shelters, suggesting punjab could lead by example in balancing animal welfare with citizen security.

punjab's government hospitals are witnessing a surge in seasonal illnesses like fever and respiratory issues due to rising temperatures. The Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana has seen a significant rise in cashless claims for acute febrile illness, with thousands of cases reported. Doctors attribute this trend to extreme heat, impacting vulnerable populations, especially children.

In a bold statement, punjabi artist Jasbir Jassi took aim at the BJP for selecting Honey Singh to spearhead its anti-drug initiative in punjab. Jassi argued that this decision either reflects an ignorance of the region's complex relationship with drugs or is an outright provocation.

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Tuesday carried out extensive search operations across multiple locations in punjab and Chandigarh in connection with an alleged fraud and money laundering case involving Chandigarh Royale City Promoters Pvt Ltd (CRCPL) and the Royale Estate Group, officials said.

punjab Kings have finally stemmed the rot and kept themselves alive in the race for an IPL playoff berth.

Lucknow Super Giants captain Rishabh Pant apologized to fans for a disappointing IPL 2026 season, as his team, already out of playoff contention, faced punjab Kings. Pant acknowledged the tough campaign, promising a 100% effort in their final league match. punjab Kings, needing a win to stay alive, opted to bowl first.

The punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board has released the Excise Inspector Admit Card 2026 for Group C posts. Candidates can download their hall tickets from the official website. The examination is scheduled for May 31 in offline mode, with two shifts. Applicants must carry their admit card and valid ID proof to the center.

At the 'Ek Bharat Shrestha Bharat' event hosted by IIT-Patna, DGP Vinay Kumar emphasized the profound historical and cultural bonds between Bihar and punjab. As part of this initiative, fifty enthusiastic punjabi youths are on a journey to uncover Bihar's vast heritage, visiting sacred landmarks and legendary universities.