Vigilance Bureau Probes Illegal Khair Tree Felling in Ropar
The Punjab Vigilance Bureau has initiated a formal inquiry into the unauthorized cutting of Khair trees in government forests of Ropar district, raising concerns over forest conservation.
The Punjab Vigilance Bureau has initiated a formal inquiry into the unauthorized cutting of Khair trees in government forests of Ropar district, raising concerns over forest conservation.
A Mohali sessions court has sentenced two Ropar Improvement Trust officials to four years' rigorous imprisonment and fined them ₹20,000 each in a vigilance bureau corruption case.
Punjab Pollution Control Board finds 61.11% of air samples exceed particulate matter limits in stone crusher clusters. Tribunal demands compliance report.
Forest officials in Punjab discovered 150 Khair trees illegally chopped down near Ropar. Authorities are investigating the incident and seeking those responsible.
Thirteen farmers from Chatra district visited ISARC Varanasi to learn about climate-resilient agriculture, resource-efficient tech, and sustainable practices through hands-on demonstrations.
Ropar police have arrested two individuals for tampering with digital locks on oil tankers, manufacturing fake keys, and illegally selling petroleum products across states.
India issues urgent advisory for all citizens in Iran to depart immediately as protests intensify across cities. Embassy activates emergency helplines, warns against illegal employment schemes.
A Canada-based NRI investor accuses Punjab officials of harassment and illegal eviction from his Ropar factory. He warns the global diaspora against investing in the state, citing a hostile climate.
Punjab govt reinstates IPS officer Maninder Singh as SSP Ropar, 2 months after suspension for alleged inaction against gangsters. 22 IPS officers transferred in major reshuffle.
Chandigarh's Administrator's Advisory Council, the city's apex advisory body, has not convened for over 11 months. With only one meeting held since its reconstitution, concerns rise over governance delays. Read more.
Punjab government announces major police reshuffle. Maninder Singh appointed SSP Ropar, Ravjot Grewal's services placed at Vigilance Bureau. Details on key transfers and promotions inside.
Suspended Punjab DIG H S Bhullar moves Punjab & Haryana HC for bail, challenging his arrest's legality. The CBI arrested him in a 2025 bribery case. Read the full details.
Aditya, a 21-year-old IIT Ropar student, died after collapsing during a workout. Suspected brain haemorrhage. The incident raises campus safety concerns. Read more.
Health Ministry issues national advisory for rational paediatric cough syrup use after deaths in MP. Tests show no DEG/EG contamination. Read the full investigation details.
Power sector employees in Punjab protest against PSPCL land sale, draft Electricity Bill 2025, and delay in Ropar thermal units. JAC warns of intensified agitation.
Rohtak administration issues advisory as severe cold wave grips the district. Officials urge vulnerable groups to stay indoors and warn of dense fog disrupting travel. Stay safe and warm.
IIT Ropar establishes a holistic wellness centre and 10 scholarships, aiming to integrate mental health support with academic excellence. A national model for student wellbeing.
India's MEA urges citizens to avoid non-essential travel to Venezuela due to volatile situation. Advisory issued Jan 3, 2026. US, Canada, Australia also warn nationals. Stay safe.
IIT Ropar lays foundation for Dr Ishan Shivanand Centre for Yogic Sciences and announces 10 fully-funded scholarships for underprivileged students, focusing on holistic development.
IIT Ropar pioneers a Centre for Yogic Sciences, blending ancient wisdom with modern research. Explore how this initiative will transform education and wellness in India.
Ropar Police dismantles a contract killing module with international links, arresting five. The gang was planning murders in Punjab and abroad. Read the full investigation details.
Ropar police thwart a 'targeted killing and robbery' conspiracy with alleged pro-Khalistan links, arresting five after an encounter. One suspect injured. Read the full details.
A Punjab mining operator used a drone for surveillance before shooting at an ED informant in Patiala. The violent attack highlights the tech-savvy tactics of illegal mining cartels. Read the full investigation.
India has issued a travel advisory urging its citizens to avoid non-essential travel to Iran due to the prevailing situation in the region. The government is closely monitoring developments.
India has issued a travel advisory urging citizens to avoid non-essential travel to Iran due to violent protests. The government is closely monitoring the situation. Read for details and safety measures.
India urges its nationals to avoid non-essential travel to Iran due to ongoing protests. Citizens in Iran advised to exercise caution. Read the full advisory details.
A Ropar businessman's Tinder date in Mohali turned into a nightmare after his coffee was spiked and jewellery stolen. Police nabbed the duo in a multi-state operation. Read the full story.
Punjab Police arrests a man and woman for honey-trapping a Ropar businessman via Tinder, drugging him, and stealing gold and cash. Details on the modus operandi and arrests inside.
India advises citizens against non-essential travel to Venezuela after US military action. Those in the country urged to exercise extreme caution and contact the embassy.
Krishi Vigyan Kendras held nationwide awareness programs on Jan 3-4 to inform farmers and youth about the Viksit Bharat-GRAM G scheme's employment and livelihood benefits. Learn how this initiative aims to empower rural India.