Here are the top 10 news headlines from Punjab on Thursday, June 4, 2026:
1. Major Terror Plot Foiled in Mohali; IED Recovered
In a significant breakthrough against cross-border terror networks, the State Special Operations Cell (SSOC) of Punjab Police arrested two associates of a foreign-based terror operative in SAS Nagar (Mohali). Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav confirmed that an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) was recovered, foiling a major plot aimed at targeting critical public infrastructure.
2. Punjab SC Commission Summons Union Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu
The Punjab State Scheduled Castes Commission summoned Union Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu to appear before it to present his side regarding an ongoing case over alleged casteist remarks made during civic campaigning in Dhuri. This development follows a public apology previously issued by the minister.
3. Thunderstorm and Rain Alerts Issued for Punjab and Chandigarh
The Meteorological Department issued a multi-day yellow and orange alert for Punjab and Chandigarh, predicting heavy rain, thunderstorms, and high-velocity winds. The weather shift comes as the southwest monsoon officially marked its arrival in Kerala today.
4. Government Launches Statewide 2,200 km Sewerage Desilting Drive
Punjab Local Government Minister Harjot Singh Bains unveiled a massive pre-monsoon sanitation push to prevent urban flooding. The campaign is targeting the desilting of 2,200 km of sewer lines and clearing 1,400 chronic waterlogging hotspots across all cities and towns.
5. High-Stakes Meeting Held Between Transport Minister and Bus Workers
Following a postponement earlier in the week, an essential meeting between the Transport Minister and the Punjab Roadways, Punbus, and PRTC Contract Workers’ Union took place. The union is seeking immediate employee regularization and “equal pay for equal work,” warning of statewide strikes if demands are unmet.
6. Security Tightened Across Amritsar Ahead of Operation Blue Star Anniversary
With the 42nd anniversary of Operation Blue Star approaching on June 6, security grid deployment has been significantly tightened around Sri Akal Takht Sahib and key parts of Amritsar. Over 2,000 police personnel have been deployed to maintain law and order.
7. Political War of Words Escalates Between CM Mann and Bikram Majithia
The political temperature in the state climbed higher following recent legal developments and court orders concerning Akali Dal leader Bikram Majithia, triggering sharp political barbs between the ruling AAP government and opposition factions.
8. Opposition Protests Over Local Fuel Price Pressures
Congress leaders and worker unions staged localized demonstrations across several districts in Punjab, protesting against the continuous economic burden of fuel pricing and its cascading impact on farming and local transport logistics.
9. Nominations Filed as Municipal Council Re-Elections Near
Electoral activities picked up speed as regional candidates officially filed their nominations for the upcoming municipal council re-elections across select blocks in the state, establishing a tight multi-cornered political contest.
10. Punjab Cadets Sukhraj and Jasnoor Secure Ranks in National Top
Bringing pride to the state, Punjab cadets Sukhraj and Jasnoor achieved exceptional top-10 ranks in national-level defence training evaluations, drawing widespread praise and official appreciation from state authorities.
