The disruption, which occurred around 5.30 am, left hundreds of residents without electricity or water
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The arrests were made early Sunday morning.
Arms meant for gangsters, criminals: says DGP Gaurav Yadav
Following their arrest, the NCB nominated a retired government doctor as a co-accused in the case
Cases registered against accused under the Arms Act
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More rain predicted in the district in the coming days
Pre-mix is being laid on several stretches as part of the city's ongoing infrastructure upgrade: Amritsar Improvement Trust Chairman
Residents allege drug addicts behind thefts
To file 15,000 evidence forms exposing fake votes by mid-October; says deceased voters, NRIs shown as having cast ballots in local polls
A District Task Force meeting prepared for an upcoming Pulse Polio round starting October 12, led by Civil Surgeon Dr. Swaranjit Dhawan. The round aims to administer polio drops to nearly 300,000 children aged 0-5, across a large population, using numerous teams and supervisors.
Outdated sewer system fails to meet growing needs
Bharat Vikas Parishad, Amritsar Central, celebrated World Teachers' Day at Sun Valley Public High School. The event honored teachers, focusing on the 2025 theme of collaborative teaching. Speakers emphasized raising teachers' status and fostering students' holistic growth. Outstanding educators received awards.
As per Agri Dept estimates, basmati on 50K acres, parmal on 12K acres & sugarcane on 3.5K acres affected due to floods in Ajnala
Police seize 2.5 kg of heroin along with 5 sophisticated pistols and magazines from the 2
Ram Air Turbine (RAT) deploys automatically in the eventuality of a dual engine failure or total electronic or hydraulic failure
Special focus on flood-hit areas, where additional support has been ensured
SBI donated eco-friendly electric carts to the BSF at Attari-Wagah border for use by senior citizens, disabled individuals, and women visiting the Beating Retreat ceremony. This CSR initiative promotes accessibility, national pride, and community welfare.
Victim had frequent quarrels with his wife over domestic issues
Punjab Govt is committed to providing quick and efficient services to citizens, says Civil Surgeon
No arrest has been made so far; efforts are on to arrest the accused, say police
Investigations are underway to trace forward and backward linkages of arrested accused
The new firm will begin work in December after setting up vehicles and infra
Nearby residents found the body lying in a pool of blood and alerted police
Police have also identified their foreign-based handler in the case
Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann pledged full state support for Amritsar's development during a meeting with Mayor Bhatia. They discussed ongoing and planned projects focused on improving infrastructure and civic amenities. Mann expressed special interest in enhancing Amritsar's urban development as a tourist destination.
FICCI FLO organized a bazaar in Amritsar to raise funds for flood relief in Punjab. The event, inaugurated by FLO leaders, featured cultural performances and aimed to provide food, supplies, and house repairs. FLO also donated wheelchairs to Sri Harmandir Sahib and highlighted women's empowerment.
Volunteers and government are reinforcing earthen dykes in flood-hit villages due to increased dam water release. Efforts are focused on repairing breaches, with completion timelines varying. The IMD predicts more rain, prompting monitoring, coordination, and helpline establishment. Unregulated water flow caused significant damage in Ghonewal.
The trailer’s driver, heading from Mahal village towards the bypass, lost control of the vehicle while climbing the flyover, causing it to start moving backwards
MP Vikramjit Singh Sahney oversees rehabilitation work in flood-affected villages of Dera Baba Nanak
Also distributes essential items to several families, including food grains and beds
Worst-hit area is historic Hall Gate, where large hoardings and banners dominate the skyline
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