CBI registers case in murder of Punjab activist

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India’s Central Bureau of Investigation registered a case in the murder of anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhota. Jhota was shot dead inside a medical store in Mansa, Punjab, while hosting a Facebook Live session. Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann had announced the transfer to the CBI after demands from Jhota’s family.

WHO: India’s Central Bureau of Investigation

WHAT: Registered a case in the murder of anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhota.

WHEN: Reported Oct 20, 2026 at 10:48 PM ET

WHERE: Punjab, India

WHY: Jhota’s family demanded that the case be transferred to the CBI.

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