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PCA unveils 'Wall of Fame' honouring Punjab's cricketing legends

09 Jun 2026 | 7:48 PM

Chandigarh, June 9 (UNI) The Punjab Cricket Association (PCA) has unveiled a dedicated "Wall of Fame" at the New Chandigarh Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur, celebrating the achievements of some of the state's most distinguished cricketers and preserving Punjab's rich contribution to Indian cricket.

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UP CM Yogi says society must unite against Love Jihad and Land Jihad

09 Jun 2026 | 7:39 PM

Lucknow, Jun 9 (UNI) Warning against Love Jihad and Land Jihad, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said on Tuesday that society must stand united against such challenges, and cautioned that forces that seek to divide people will attempt to create divisions based on caste, language, and region.

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12 years of Modi Govt integrated J&K into India's mainstream journey: Dr Jitendra

09 Jun 2026 | 7:37 PM

Jammu, June 9 (UNI) Central Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh on Tuesday said that the 12 years of the Modi government have integrated Jammu and Kashmir into India's mainstream development journey.

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CPI(ML) expresses concern over rising inflation, demand special relief measures for people

09 Jun 2026 | 7:27 PM

Lucknow, Jun 9 (UNI) The Communist Party of India (Marxist-Leninist) CPI(ML) on Tuesday expressed deep concern over the continuing rise in inflation across the country and has demanded that the Central Government immediately announce special economic relief measures to ease the burden on ordinary people.

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3 tourists from Punjab rescued after selfie near Parvati river goes wrong in Kullu

09 Jun 2026 | 7:10 PM

Chandigarh, June 9 (UNI): Three tourists from Punjab narrowly escaped a tragedy after being swept away by the strong currents of the Parvati River in Himachal Pradesh's Kullu district on Tuesday, officials said.

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AAP linking investigations to religion and politics to hide corruption, says Dhillon

09 Jun 2026 | 6:50 PM

Chandigarh, June 9 (UNI) Punjab BJP president Kewal Singh Dhillon on Monday accused the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) of attempting to divert attention from corruption allegations by linking investigations to religion and politics, and said the state's traders and business community would not be misled by such narratives.

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Rain, hailstorm disrupt normal life in Haryana; IMD warns of more rough weather

09 Jun 2026 | 6:47 PM

Chandigarh, June 9 (UNI): Thunderstorms, hail, and gusty winds swept across several parts of Haryana on Tuesday, bringing respite from scorching temperatures but also causing disruptions to transport, power supply, and daily life in multiple districts.

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Ambala airport set for take-off soon, says union Minister Verma

09 Jun 2026 | 6:46 PM

Chandigarh, June 9 (UNI) The newly developed domestic airport at Ambala Cantonment is expected to commence operations soon and could become India's 165th operational airport, union Minister of State for Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, and Social Justice and Empowerment B.L. Verma said today.

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NC's MP Ruhullah to join Delhi protest, says fight for statehood, constitutional rights must be sustained

09 Jun 2026 | 6:46 PM

Srinagar, June 9 (UNI) Disgruntled National Conference MP Ruhullah Mehdi on Tuesday said he will join the Delhi protest for restoration of Jammu and Kashmir's statehood and constitutional guarantees, asserting that the movement should not become a symbolic "one-day event" meant to silence public sentiment.

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NIA raids 18 locations in Punjab, Haryana in probe against Shahzad Bhatti-linked terror network

09 Jun 2026 | 6:34 PM

Chandigarh, June 9 (UNI) The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Tuesday carried out extensive searches at 18 locations across Punjab and Haryana as part of its investigation into three terror-related cases linked to Pakistan-based terrorist and gangster-turned-terror operative Shahzad Bhatti.

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Omar Abdullah calls Zojila tunnel a ‘transformative’ project

09 Jun 2026 | 6:15 PM

Minimarg (Drass), Ladakh, June 9 (UNI) J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday described the Zojila Tunnel as a transformative project that will significantly improve the lives of people across the region.

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Apni Party urges united political fight for restoration of statehood & constitutional rights

09 Jun 2026 | 5:36 PM

Srinagar, Jun 9 (UNI) Jammu and Kashmir Apni Party on Tuesday called upon all political parties to unite and jointly press for the restoration of statehood and other constitutional rights of Jammu and Kashmir that were revoked after August 5, 2019, saying stakeholders must adopt a coordinated strategy and engage with the Centre in one voice.

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Himachal reviews monsoon preparedness, stresses early warning and emergency response

09 Jun 2026 | 5:31 PM

Shimla, Jun 9 (UNI) Himachal Pradesh Chief Secretary Kamlesh Kumar Pant on Tuesday reviewed the state's preparedness for the upcoming monsoon season and directed all departments to strengthen coordination, disaster response mechanisms, and precautionary measures to minimise losses from rain-related disasters.

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UP Govt to provide housing scheme benefits to Triple Talaq and acid attack victims

09 Jun 2026 | 4:56 PM

Lucknow, Jun 9 (UNI) The Uttar Pradesh Government is continuously taking new steps for the social, economic, and health empowerment of women. In this direction, the government has taken a major step to bring women affected by serious social hardships, such as Triple Talaq and acid attacks, into the mainstream and provide them with a dignified life.

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Five shops gutted in Haryana's Rohtak after suspected AC compressor blast

09 Jun 2026 | 4:31 PM

Chandigarh, Jun 9 (UNI) A major fire broke out in a commercial area of Haryana's Rohtak on Tuesday after an air-conditioner compressor allegedly exploded inside a footwear showroom, triggering a blaze that rapidly spread to several adjoining establishments, officials said.

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