Punjab crime
Fatal Shooting at Punjab Kabaddi Tournament: Player Kanwar Digvijay Singh Killed in Mohali
Dec 16, 2025 12:24 am CST
A deadly shooting occurred at a kabaddi tournament in Mohali, Punjab, resulting in the death of 30-year-old player and promoter Kanwar Digvijay Singh. The assailant arrived on motorcycle, opened fire during the match at Bedwan Sports Club, and escaped while police have launched an investigation into the incident that caused panic among spectators.
Tragic Murder-Suicide in Punjab: Ex-Serviceman Kills Wife and Mother-in-Law Before Taking His Own Life
Nov 19, 2025 01:53 pm CST
In a shocking incident in Punjab's Gurdaspur, an ex-serviceman working as a jail guard fatally shot his wife and mother-in-law with his government-issued AK-47 before taking his own life following a domestic dispute. Despite police efforts to negotiate his surrender for an hour, the man ultimately chose to end his life. Family members revealed the couple had experienced marital problems since their 2016 marriage, with ongoing harassment and threats preceding the tragedy.
Second Kabaddi Player Murdered in Punjab Within a Week: Bishnoi Gang Claims Responsibility and Issues Threats
Nov 05, 2025 01:58 pm CST
In a disturbing trend of violence against kabaddi players in Punjab, Gurwinder Singh has become the tenth player murdered since 2016. The Lawrence Bishnoi gang has claimed responsibility for this killing, highlighting the growing connections between the popular sport and organized crime networks in the region. This follows the recent murder of national-level player Tejpal Singh, revealing how kabaddi's financial prominence has attracted criminal elements and drug money.