
AAP MLA’s Son and Congress Councillor Elected to Ludhiana Civic Body
In a local election victory dubbed 'democracy saved,' the son of an AAP MLA and a Congress councillor were elected to the Ludhiana civic body's Food and Consumer Control committee.
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In a local election victory dubbed 'democracy saved,' the son of an AAP MLA and a Congress councillor were elected to the Ludhiana civic body's Food and Consumer Control committee.

Three workers associated with the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and close to Punjab Minister Harpal Singh Cheema were killed in a car crash in Ludhiana.

A massive, several-feet-deep sinkhole appeared on a road in Ludhiana, India, prompting local authorities to immediately evacuate an adjacent house and halt traffic in the area.

Damanpreet Kaur, a woman from Ludhiana, India, was killed in Edmonton, Canada, with Ritish Kumar arrested in connection with what authorities are calling an 'intimate partner homicide'.

A family in Ludhiana is seeking financial assistance for a toddler suffering from a rare genetic disorder, who requires a Rs 9-crore (approximately $1.1 million) injection from the US for treatment.

The Mayor of Ludhiana has appointed the sons of two Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) as members of the Finance and Contract Committee (F&CC).

A woman climbed a 220-ft tower in Ludhiana, demanding action against her husband, drawing attention to her plight.

A man was tied up, thrashed, and had his head shaved in Ludhiana over suspicion of theft, as captured in viral videos. Police registered a case on June 10 after the videos circulated online.

In Ludhiana, India, masked individuals were captured on camera setting a businessman's car on fire. The vehicle was quickly engulfed in flames and completely destroyed in the incident.

A deadly fire at a Delhi hotel claimed 21 lives, including an African couple, leading to the arrest of the hotel owner and prompting a city-wide crackdown on fire safety violations.
Three men, including a father and son, tragically died after inhaling toxic gas while cleaning a sewage tank at a hand tools manufacturing unit in Ludhiana, with two other workers also falling ill.

An elderly couple was found murdered in their Ludhiana home after their daughter, calling from Canada, received no answer, prompting concern.

The website of India's satirical 'Cockroach Janta Party' has reportedly been blocked, with its founder alleging government crackdown and 'dictatorial behavior.' The party, which gained viral attention, is also facing claims of being part of a 'cross-border' influence operation.
The body of Punjabi singer Yashinder Kaur was found in a canal days after she was kidnapped at gunpoint in Ludhiana. Police have identified a suspect who reportedly traveled from Canada via Nepal.

Hirdeyroop from Ludhiana achieved an impressive 99.6% score in humanities, defying those who advised against pursuing the field and demonstrating her academic potential.

The Ludhiana zoo has welcomed a new pair of Royal Bengal tigers, named Badal and Bijli, marking a significant addition to its wildlife collection and enhancing the safari experience.

The Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) has announced the results for its Class 10 (ICSE) and Class 12 (ISC) exams. The announcement highlighted top scorers from regions like Ludhiana and Tricity, showcasing their impressive percentages and future aspirations.

India's Enforcement Directorate has conducted a second round of raids on the premises and properties of Punjab Minister Sanjeev Arora in Ludhiana. This action follows previous raids targeting other political figures.

This article details the journey of the Pahwa family, who transformed a bicycle parts business from Sialkot to Ludhiana into Avon Cycles, a legacy now spanning 65 countries and valued at ₹1100 crore.

Fashion designer Riyaz Gangji is facing a non-bailable warrant in a contempt petition. The warrant stems from an alleged Rs 5 crore default involving a Ludhiana-based real estate company.

Industrial units in Ludhiana that are ready for Piped Natural Gas (PNG) will be supplied with 70% of their pre-crisis LPG requirement through PNG.

A Ludhiana court has sentenced 13 individuals to five years in jail and four others to four years in connection with the APL wheat scam from 2012.


Punjab Chief Minister Mann announced plans to establish three world-class exhibition centres in Ludhiana, New Chandigarh, and Amritsar.
The Supreme Court dismissed a trader's PIL after he admitted using AI tools to draft it and couldn't explain legal terms. Chief Justice Surya Kant questioned the Ludhiana-based hosiery trader's understanding, even offering an "English exam.

Teenagers from Ludhiana, India, have created an AI tool named 'Prithvi Rakshak' that is claimed to reduce composting time by 50%.

The Punjab and Haryana High Court has instructed the chief of a Dera in Ludhiana to disclose his bank records, emphasizing public trust over personal fiefdoms.

Work has commenced on what is being called 'India’s first' organized urban on-highway parking project in Ludhiana, aiming to be a game-changer for the city.

Party leaders met in Ludhiana to plan widespread anti-drug rallies across all assembly constituencies, positioning substance abuse prevention as a central pillar of their upcoming electoral strategy.

Gurcharan Singh Kaler, known for making Shingar Cinema a significant part of Ludhiana’s history, has passed away at the age of 89.

Indian Railways has approved a direct train service connecting Ludhiana to Jind, extending passenger services to improve connectivity between the two cities.
The NEET-UG results have been declared, with two students scoring 715 out of 720 marks and 19 candidates exceeding 700 marks. One Ludhiana teenager, who previously faced a setback, achieved an All India Rank 1 after intensive study.

A new study reveals that over half of the PM 2.5 emissions in Ludhiana, India, originate from unmitigated fuel use, pointing to a major contributor to air pollution in the city.
India's property market shows a mixed but generally upward trend, with residential prices rising 4.5% nationally in Q1 2026. Bengaluru leads with a 13.1% annual surge, while Ludhiana recorded the highest jump at 22.2%, despite a dip in Delhi.

Three Japanese individuals have been charged in Ludhiana, India, for an alleged machinery fraud amounting to Rs 61 lakh. Authorities stated they would pursue the suspects even if they fled to Japan.

An incident involving a Shiromani Dal councillor allegedly slapping an engineer within the Ludhiana Municipal Corporation has raised questions and drawn attention.

Panic erupted at Ludhiana station after the coupling of a Katra-bound train snapped, causing a coach to tear apart.

A pet owner has alleged negligence after their Labrador died during a train journey from Ludhiana to Pune, prompting an investigation into the incident.

Three workers have died and two others fell ill following a gas leak incident at a factory in Ludhiana, prompting an investigation into the cause of the tragedy.


The Punjab vigilance bureau has arrested a former chief of the power corporation and a Ludhiana-based builder in connection with an ongoing investigation.

Students at Government College for Girls in Ludhiana expressed outrage over the Delhi bus gang rape case, advocating for women's freedom to travel securely in public spaces.

A retired Army soldier in Ludhiana, India, killed his son and then died by suicide following an argument during dinner.

Ludhiana has become the third city in Punjab to implement an AI-driven intelligent traffic management system to improve road efficiency.

A thief snatched a gold chain from an NRI in Ludhiana, prompting her and her sister to fight back and grapple with the robber.

A 54-year-old woman from Ludhiana survived a boat capsize in Mathura by recalling survival tips she learned from an Instagram reel, demonstrating the unexpected impact of social media.

A bank manager in Ludhiana, India, has been booked for a ₹3.90 crore fraud, accused of misusing the Central government's PM Mudra Yojana scheme.

A 67-year-old man was arrested at Melbourne airport while attempting to board an international flight, facing charges for the alleged murder of a woman whose body was found in Little River.

A Congress block president has been murdered in Ludhiana, India.

The Ludhiana administration in India has launched the 'Meri Yogyta Meri Pehchan' campaign, installing nameplates outside the homes of 11 women to highlight their educational qualifications and achievements.

The ongoing conflict in West Asia has affected 'big fat Punjabi weddings' in India, leading Ludhiana to fix an LPG quota where daughters' marriages will receive priority.


The Supreme Court on Tuesday saw Chief Justice of India Surya Kant losing his cool at a trader from Punjab's Ludhiana who filed a public interest litigation (PIL) seeking inclusion of the PM Cares Fund under the RTI Act.
The Vice-Chancellor of Ludhiana University has been removed from his position following allegations of misbehaviour with Kashmiri students, prompting an internal probe and monitoring by local authorities.

Amid the ongoing crackdown on drugs in Punjab, a powerful example of community-led action has emerged from Khanna in the Ludhiana district.

Saini, a political figure, has accused Kejriwal's party of being more corrupt than Congress while campaigning in Ludhiana, setting the stage for the 2027 Punjab elections.

The accused, who is wanted, allegedly ran over a pedestrian while fleeing from the STF in Punjab.

The father of a man shot five times in Ludhiana questioned authorities, asking if there was an "order to shoot anyone, anytime?" The article highlights the family's distress and demand for accountability.

Ludhiana MP Warring has stated he will not quit the Congress party, even if Rahul Gandhi denies him a ticket or removes him as Punjab party chief, signaling his unwavering commitment.

Ludhiana has emerged as the top beneficiary under Punjab's Mawan Dheeyan Satkar Yojana, registering 7.4 lakh beneficiaries.

A 'poster war' has erupted in Punjab, with 'Boycott Mann' banners spreading and anti-Sukhbir flexes appearing in Ludhiana, indicating political tensions.

An NRI from Ludhiana has been cleared of a second murder charge after his daughter, who was previously thought to be a victim, was located alive in Canada.

A mob in Ludhiana, India, assaulted a theft suspect by shaving his head and writing 'I am thief' on his chest, in an act of public shaming.

Unidentified attackers hurled a petrol bomb at a car in Ludhiana, India, before fleeing the scene.

Thirteen girls have gone missing in Ludhiana, prompting the lodging of 11 FIRs, though police state there is no evidence of a kidnapping racket.

A father, his son, and another individual died from toxic fumes emanating from a factory sewage tank in Ludhiana, India.

Ludhiana's Halwara airport sustained damage during a thunderstorm, just two weeks after its official launch.
Police have been deployed to Diljit Dosanjh's Ludhiana residence after the actor's home received a bomb threat via email. This incident follows a prior attack on his manager's house.
Punjabi singer Yashinder Kaur's body was discovered in the Neelo canal in Ludhiana, a week after her alleged abduction, with her family claiming she was murdered due to a rejected marriage proposal.

Ludhiana police have dismantled an international cyber fraud syndicate, freezing 300 accounts and recovering 229 mobile phones, 98 laptops, and Rs 1.07 crore. The operation highlights efforts against digital crime.

A Ludhiana couple died by suicide, leaving a note that highlighted their struggles with poverty and has prompted further investigation.

Roadside eateries (dhabas) in cities like Varanasi, Guwahati, and Ludhiana are grappling with an ongoing LPG crisis, prompting discussions on potential solutions to ensure supply.

A man in Ludhiana had his head and eyebrow shaved by a crowd over suspicion of theft, prompting police to register an FIR after a video of the incident went viral.

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced the Class 10 results for 2026, revealing pass rates across various regions and details on re-evaluation processes.

The Punjab government has declined sanction to prosecute a former Additional Deputy Commissioner of Police (ADCP) and Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) in connection with the 2017 custodial death of a Ludhiana woman. Two other police officers will still face trial.

An explosion at an illegal firecracker manufacturing unit in Ludhiana, India, has resulted in one fatality and two injuries.

The city of Ludhiana has received sanction for the construction of a new fire brigade station and a pedestrian bridge, aiming to improve public safety and infrastructure.

Two migrant workers have died in separate accidents in Ludhiana, India.


The Punjab and Haryana High Court has criticized an accused individual for creating 'artificial' delays in the Ludhiana blast trial through 27 absences, denying bail.

Bomb threats have caused panic in schools across Ludhiana, prompting police investigations into the incidents.

The Vice-Chancellor of CT University in Ludhiana, India, has resigned following allegations from Kashmiri students that they were not provided adequate food for Iftar during Ramadan.

According to officials, 80-85 passengers were onboard the bus, which was going from Ludhiana in Punjab to Motihari in Bihar, when the accident took place

As the 2027 Punjab assembly election approaches, the Haryana Chief Minister will campaign in Ludhiana as part of the BJP's outreach to the significant Purvanchali migrant community.