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Puneet Pareenja

Puneet Pareenja, Senior Editor, India TV Active in the media and journalism sector since 2003, Puneet Pareenja has nearly 23 years of rich experience in electronic, digital, and web journalism. Throughout his career, he has held leadership roles in several of the country's leading news organizations. He served as Bureau Chief for P7 News, News24, News Nation, and Zee News. Following this, he played a pivotal role in the launch of Punjab Kesari Web TV, successfully leading digital news operations and content development as its News Editor. Subsequently, he held the position of State Head at ETV Bharat.

Four Gurugram schools receive bomb threats; Police, SDF team rush to spot
India | Jan 28, 2026, 11:16 AM IST
Soon after receiving the bomb threat mail, the Police and SDF team reached the spot.
Goldy Brar's parents arrested from Punjab's Sri Muktsar Sahib in 2024 ransom, death threat case
India | Jan 26, 2026, 11:49 PM IST
The case dates back to December 2024 when a first information report (FIR) was registered against the couple based on a complaint by Satnam Singh, who is the son of Hardev Singh and is a resident of Udekaran village.
Chandigarh Mayoral Polls: AAP-Congress alliance collapses, both parties to go solo
India | Jan 22, 2026, 01:12 PM IST
The alliance between the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and the Congress party for the Chandigarh mayoral elections collapsed even before the nomination process began. The Chandigarh mayoral election is to be held on January 29.

Punjab: Gangster Karan, accused in killing of Kabaddi player Balachauria, shot dead in encounter
India | Jan 17, 2026, 01:08 PM IST
Gangster Karan, accused in the murder of kabaddi player Rana Balachauria, was killed in a police encounter near the New Chandigarh cricket stadium, Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Mohali, Harmandeep Singh Hans, confirmed.
Punjab: One involved in killing AAP sarpanch gunned down in encounter in Amritsar
India | Jan 06, 2026, 07:57 PM IST
Police said Jarnail Singh, a resident of Valthoa village in Tarn Taran district, was attending a marriage ceremony when the assailants fired at him from point-blank range.
Himachal: College girl dies due to ragging, sexual harassment; professor, three students booked
India | Jan 02, 2026, 11:34 PM IST
Kangra Superintendent of Police (SP) Ashok Ratan said that all the allegations are being thoroughly investigated. Medical records, video evidence and statements of all concerned are being examined, he said.

'Time to overthrow them': JJP chief Ajay Chautala calls for Nepal, Bangladesh-like protest in India
Haryana | Jan 02, 2026, 02:48 PM IST
In a video that has been widely circulated on social media, JJD national president Ajay Chautala said the mass protests in Bangladesh and Nepal saw mass participation from the youth and a similar protest is needed in India now.
Chandigarh: Two AAP councillors join BJP ahead of mayoral polls, likely to meet Home Minister Shah
India | Dec 24, 2025, 01:46 PM IST
This is being viewed as a big development in favour of the saffron party as it makes efforts to regain control of the mayor’s post in Chandigarh.
Kabaddi player Rana Balachauria murder: Accused Harpinder alias Middu killed in encounter
India | Dec 17, 2025, 04:38 PM IST
Punjab Police said in a major breakthrough, police apprehended Harpinder, a resident of Naushehra Pannuan, Tarn Taran, in connection with the recent murder of Rana Balachauria in Mohali. The accused was apprehended following an exchange of fire with the police team.

Kabaddi player shot dead in Mohali as unidentified assailants open fire
Other Sports | Dec 15, 2025, 10:01 PM IST
A Kabaddi player was shot dead during a Kabaddi match in Mohali as unidentified assailants opened fire. The player was declared dead upon arrival at a nearby hospital.
Chandigarh shootout: Gangster Inderpreet 'Perry,' aide of Lawrence Bishnoi, shot dead in gang war
India | Dec 02, 2025, 10:44 AM IST
Shortly after the killing, a post surfaced on social media claiming responsibility for the murder. The message was issued in the name of Arzu Bishnoi, Hari Boxer, Shubham Lonkar and Harman Sandhu—all linked to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang.
Sanjauli mosque dispute: Hunger strikers end fast after being given juice, joint committee proposed
India | Nov 21, 2025, 01:31 PM IST
The two individuals who had been on an indefinite hunger strike as part of the Sanjauli mosque dispute called off their fast after being given juice, marking a temporary halt in their protest. The Devbhoomi Sangharsh Samiti, which they represent, has planned a large-scale demonstration on Friday.

Amritsar shooting: Bus employee killed over timing dispute, accused on the run
India | Nov 18, 2025, 02:37 PM IST
Eyewitnesses reported that the argument over which bus would pick up passengers first turned violent when one employee opened fire, causing panic among passengers.
Punjab records over 1,200 stubble burning cases this season; incidents spike in last nine days
India | Oct 30, 2025, 10:20 AM IST
Currently, around 30–40 per cent of the paddy crop still stands in fields, and with the wheat sowing season immediately following the paddy harvest, stubble burning cases are expected to rise further in the coming days.
Canada: Indian businessman killed, firing at singer Channi Nattan's house; Bishnoi gang behind both
World | Oct 29, 2025, 10:01 AM IST
The Lawrence Bishnoi gang has claimed responsibility for the two attacks, which took place in Canada.

Ex-Punjab DGP, wife booked over son's death amid shocking allegations
Crime | Oct 21, 2025, 01:26 PM IST
Akil was found dead under mysterious circumstances on October 16 in Panchkula. The family claimed it was due to a drug overdose.
Punjab: Ropar DIG caught red-handed accepting bribe during major operation by CBI, arrested
India | Oct 16, 2025, 03:51 PM IST
The investigating agency was conducting searches at several locations linked to Harcharan Bhullar. The CBI received a complaint in this case and expanded the investigation based on the complaint.
Rahul Gandhi on Y Puran Kumar's suicide: 'Matter of every Dalit's respect, take action'
India | Oct 14, 2025, 12:58 PM IST
Rahul Gandhi said Y Puran Kumar was a serving officer, and the country needs to know what type of pressure could have been created on him. He further demanded action against those officers immediately.
Outrage and demands for justice surge in Chandigarh and Haryana after IPS Puran Kumar's suicide
India | Oct 12, 2025, 05:11 PM IST
Y Puran Kumar death case: A Dalit Panchayat was organised at Guru Ravidas Bhavan in Chandigarh’s Sector 20, where around 250 to 300 people attended. The Panchayat issued a strict 48-hour ultimatum to both Chandigarh and Haryana administrations, demanding immediate steps to be taken.
Haryana CM Nayab Saini promises 'fair probe' into IPS officer Y Puran Kumar's death case | Video
India | Oct 11, 2025, 11:39 PM IST
Y Puran Kumar death case: Chandigarh DGP Sagar Preet Hooda stated that the investigation into the case is progressing, noting that the family has expressed certain grievances. He said police have urged the family to proceed with the post-mortem at the earliest.