Punjab: Quick Facts

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Nov. 11, 2026

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Ravi Shankar Prasad says two blots stain Punjab’s soul: anti-Sikh riots, and drugs • Nov. 4, 2026, 7:33 AM ET (The Hindu)

Three AAP leaders join BJP ahead of Punjab Assembly election • Nov. 2, 2026, 3:00 AM ET (The Hindu)

AAP releases first list of 40 candidates for 2027 Punjab Assembly election • Oct. 31, 2026, 3:56 AM ET (The Hindu)

How rebuilding old mosques is bringing Sikhs, Hindus and Muslims together in Punjab • Oct. 28, 2026, 9:11 AM ET (The Guardian)

Political mercury rises in Punjab ahead of Amit Shah’s visit • Oct. 19, 2026, 11:03 AM ET (The Hindu)

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Amritsar, India: Harmandir Sahib

Map highlighting the Indian state of Punjab in orange, located in northwestern India near the border with Pakistan. Surrounding countries, major cities such as Chandigarh and New Delhi, and neighboring regions are shown for context.

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Jallianwala Bagh Massacre memorial

Dense smog covers a rural landscape in Punjab, with trees and fields barely visible through the thick haze.

The Golden Temple with its ornate gold exterior stands beside the white Clock Tower, both reflected in the surrounding pool in Amritsar, India.

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Chandigarh. Statuettes at the Rock Garden of Chandigarh a sculpture park in Chandigarh, India, also known as Nek Chand's Rock Garden. Created by Nek Chand Saini an Indian self taught artist. visionary artist, folk artist, environmental art

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