Amritsar

Three others, who were on a tractor trolley, were also injured

The bus service was started in 2016 under Central Government project

Schemes, which were stopped due to lack of repair, left many residents without access to clean water

Rise in enrollment attributed to drop in overseas migration, smoother admission system

Navjot Kaur Hundal, widow of deceased AAP MLA Dr. Kashmir Singh, plans to remain active in politics and social service to honor his legacy. She will abide by the party's decision regarding the Tarn Taran by-election and aims to continue her husband's work serving the people.

A 2025 study by Amritsar researchers found television exposure correlates more with parent-child conflict in Punjab than internet use. Both media types contribute to youth materialism. Parental mediation is key in mitigating these effects.

Low to medium rainfall in Tarn Taran district disrupted daily life. Construction workers lost work, and vendors struggled with supply. Waterlogging affected commuters and contaminated drinking water. Farmers faced crop damage due to a lack of shelter and poor drainage.

MLA Dr. Ajay Gupta inspected the Rego Bridge construction. The Rs 48 crore project, started in December 2023, is delayed, with completion now expected by March 31, 2026. Gupta urged faster work, emphasizing benefits for commuters to Sri Durgiana Temple and Qila Gobindgarh. Monthly progress reports are required.

Following an illegal abattoir bust, the Focal Point Industrial Welfare Association is expanding its gaushala. A new cowshed, costing Rs 50 lakh, was inaugurated. The gaushala houses 1,150 cows and seeks to accommodate 300 more. They request the city's cow cess funds be used for animal welfare.

The Inner Wheel Club of Tarn Taran elected new officers. Dr. Sukhbir Kaur is the new president, and Dr. Raman Dua is secretary. Other roles include editor, treasurer, and International Service Organiser. The new president expressed gratitude and a focus on community outreach.

Staff without hygiene gear, unsafe drinking water, missing helpline number among violations

In a conversation with Neha Walia, Cambridge faculty member Dr Kawarpal Singh reflects on his recent international recognition & career journey

Sikh scriptures were found in a garbage trolley in a posh area, sparking outrage. Sikh organizations demand action and threaten protests. Police are investigating and will register an FIR. The scriptures included Gutka Sahibs and other religious texts.

Bomb disposal squad and anti-sabotage teams deployed; police register case

Family members of the deceased urged the police not to initiate any action in this connection

Jathedar Kuldeep Singh Gargaj holds meeting with Sikh high priests as Bihar-based Takht retracts edicts declaring Sukhbir Badal and jathedars as 'tankhaiya'

PNB organized agricultural outreach camps in Punjab villages. Over 1,000 farmers participated and received information on financial literacy, rural development, and agricultural schemes, including PM Vishwakarma Yojana and social security programs. Sanction letters and guidance on sustainable practices were provided.

Elections for nine sarpanch and 99 panch member posts are scheduled for July 27, 8 am to 4 pm, with same-day counting. Nomination filing is July 14-17, scrutiny on July 18, and withdrawals on July 19. The election process concludes by July 28. Detailed information is available on the State Election Commission and district administration websites.

A Muradpur resident, Palwinder Singh Rahul, has been charged with abducting a teenage girl who went missing on July 1. The girl was alone at home while her parents worked. The suspect allegedly lured her with promises of marriage, according to the victim's father.

Four individuals were booked for assaulting a granthi in Thatha village after he confronted them for using drugs near a gurdwara. The victim, Sarwan Singh, was beaten and injured. The suspects, all from Chogawan, fled the scene and no arrests have been made.

Amritsar's Municipal Corporation will penalize institutions accumulating garbage instead of proper disposal. Notices will be issued under the Punjab Municipal Corporation Act, requiring waste handover to designated collection. Violators face penalties to ensure a cleaner, healthier city, with public cooperation requested.

Heavy rains damaged crops, particularly paddy and maize, across 400 acres in Ajnala, causing losses of 30-100%. Farmers demand compensation, citing past inadequate support. Leaders urge the government to release compensation and implement an effective agricultural policy addressing farmer concerns.

Amritsar police seized 1650 kg of alleged beef from an illegal factory, arresting five individuals from Uttar Pradesh. The raid followed a tip-off from 'Gau Raksh Dal.' The factory owner and others fled. Authorities found weapons, packing materials labeled 'halal meat' and are testing the meat's identity.

Powercom/Transco employees and pensioners' unions met to protest the government's failure to fulfill demands accepted in June. They plan a series of escalating actions, including conventions, demonstrations, and a flag march, starting July 18, to pressure for implementation.

Viral videos depict drug abuse in the region, showcasing individuals intoxicated in public. Despite arrests and seizures, drug access remains widespread, exacerbated by relapse. Authorities struggle with rehabilitation, and experts advocate for sustained public involvement and improved treatment.