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Punjab Vigilance Detains ASI and Accomplice for Demanding Rs 40,000 Bribe

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1 year ago

February 13, 2025

The Punjab Vigilance Bureau (VB) has continued its anti-corruption efforts by arresting Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) Gurmeet Kaur, who is stationed at EVS South, along with her accomplice, Harpreet Singh, a private individual. They were caught demanding and accepting a bribe of Rs 40,000.

According to an official spokesperson from the VB, the arrests followed a complaint lodged by Sikander Singh, a resident of Wazir Bhullar village in the Baba Bakala tehsil of Amritsar district.

The complainant alleged that ASI Kaur had solicited a bribe of Rs 1,50,000 to assist him, his father, and his brother in a police case that was under her investigation. It was reported that she had already received Rs 10,000 through Google Pay and was now asking for an additional Rs 40,000.

After confirming the complaint, a VB team from the Amritsar range set up a trap and caught Harpreet Singh red-handed while he was accepting the Rs 40,000 bribe on behalf of ASI Kaur, with two official witnesses present. ASI Gurmeet Kaur was subsequently arrested.

A case has been filed against both accused under the Prevention of Corruption Act at the VB Police Station in the Amritsar range. They are scheduled to be presented in court on Friday, and the investigation is ongoing.

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Jammu University Introduces Fuel-Saving Measures

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23 hours ago

May 14, 2026

Namma Kudla

National : The University of Jammu has announced several fuel-saving measures following Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s appeal for fuel conservation. Vice-Chancellor Prof Umesh Rai said the university has decided to conduct all PhD viva voce examinations online to reduce travel and save fuel.

The university will also prefer virtual speakers for national and international conferences. In another step, the Academic Council meeting planned in Poonch has been shifted to the Jammu University campus to avoid unnecessary travel.

Prof Rai said the measures will help save fuel, time and resources. He also encouraged university staff to use bicycles and carpool while travelling to the campus.

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One Year On: Pahalgam Attack Still Haunts the Nation

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3 weeks ago

April 21, 2026

Namma Kudla

National: One year after the deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, the nation remembers the 26 people who lost their lives. The attack took place on April 22 at Baisaran, a popular tourist spot.

At first, reports said only five people were injured. Later, it became clear that it was one of the worst terror attacks in the region in decades. Terrorists came out of the forest and opened fire on tourists.

Survivors said the attackers separated men from women and children. They then shot the men at close range. Many victims were reportedly targeted after being asked about their religion.

A heartbreaking image of Himanshi Narwal sitting beside her husband’s body became a symbol of the tragedy. Her husband, a naval officer, was among those killed.

The group The Resistance front, linked to Lashkar-e-Taiba, claimed responsibility. The case was investigated by the National Investigation Agency.

After months of tracking, security forces launched Operation Mahadev. On July 28, 2025, all three terrorists were killed after a long search operation.

The attack remains a painful memory and a reminder of the need for strong security.

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Social Media Influencer-Turned Gangster Held Abroad

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1 month ago

April 9, 2026

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New Delhi: Rao Inderjeet Yadav has been arrested in Dubai. He is wanted in a murder case from Haryana.

He fled India in 2024 after a businessman was killed in Rohtak. Police had been searching for him since then. Officials said Dubai authorities have asked for documents. He is likely to be brought back to India soon.

Yadav faces more than 15 criminal cases. These include extortion, fraud, and illegal land deals. The Enforcement Directorate also investigated him for money laundering. Raids led to the seizure of cash, cars, and documents.

He also ran a music company called Gems Tunes. It produced regional songs.

Yadav had a large social media following. He often showed his rich lifestyle online. He has denied all charges. He claims he is being framed.

Police are now preparing for further action.