SAD urges Centre to allow Sikh Jathas to visit Nankana Sahib for Guru Nanak Dev’s Gurpurab
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Amritsar
Gursharan Singh, a renowned playwright and actor, was remembered on his 96th birth anniversary. Speakers highlighted his revolutionary theatre contributions and advocacy for marginalized groups. A book on Palestinian rights was released. The event addressed restrictions on freedom of expression and paid tribute to Singh's legacy.
Makhan Gujjar was arrested and bailed after killing a stray dog named Sundroo in Palm Grove. He allegedly tied the dog's legs and beat it to death. Voice of Animals and Blue Cross Society are pursuing the case, with a postmortem conducted and free legal aid offered. Charges include cruelty to animals.
A Lok Adalat in SBS Nagar and Balachaur resolved 10,100 cases, awarding Rs 6,61,05,720. The event, organized by legal authorities, aimed for speedy dispute settlements through compromise. Led by Priya Sood, eight benches facilitated settlements, involving judicial officers, advocates, and NGOs.
Claimed that they were cheated and financially and mentally exploited by travel agents
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Trio, armed with a pistol, was going to Bhagtanwala grain market to commit crime
He got into cross-border drug trafficking in order to fund his habit of drug abuse
Natural calamity is hard to prevent but by doing right things, destruction of lives and property can be checked
The interest India-Pak cricket ties generates is not visible in any other sporting event
The University of Delhi's Executive Council met, deciding to award a doctorate to Sri Lankan PM Harini Amarasuriya. They also addressed vacant undergraduate seats with a proposed open admission process. Other decisions include establishing research spaces and uniform PhD course guidelines.
The Sarbat Da Bhala Trust distributed relief to 35 flood-affected families in Kot Budha and Bandala villages, including 85 dry fodder kits for cattle. The District and Sessions Judge commended the aid and urged continued support for victims.
Congressmen, led by Harminder Singh Gill, assessed flood damage in Patti. Residents complained of government negligence in relief efforts, including health and veterinary services. They also alleged biased distribution of aid and urged silt removal from farmland for the next wheat crop.
Retired Colonel Arjun Singh Ghumman, aided by Delhi lawyers, sent essential supplies to his flood-stricken village near the India-Pakistan border. The Ravi River caused widespread devastation in Dera Baba Nanak, prompting this humanitarian effort, which included food, oil, tarpaulins, and blankets.
'16,500 acres of cropland completely devastated'
'Helps stubble dry quickly, improves the functioning of wheat sowing implements'
In its chargesheet submitted before the Special NIA Court in Mohali, the agency named Vishal Gill, Bhagwant Singh and Diwan Singh for their roles in the conspiracy and execution of the March 15 attack
CJI BR Gavai's observation raises alarm for citizens and authorities, especially PPCB and district administration
During search, detailed inquiries were made about their activities
Lok Adalat basically provides an alternative to conventional courts for amicable resolution of disputes
Several significant cases were resolved during lok adalat
Later, she held a meeting with ADC at BSF headquarters
Land that has been completely eroded by flood water also to be covered in survey
The Elementary Teachers’ Union Amritsar donated Rs 2 lakh to the flood relief fund, led by Harjinderpal Singh Pannu. The union is also aiding flood-affected areas across Punjab, with a total donation of Rs 21 lakh from the Elementary Teachers Union Punjab. District Education Officer Kanwaljit Singh commended the initiative.
Sikh organizations are providing school bags filled with essentials to children in flood-affected Punjab. This initiative, spearheaded by SGPC and Akaal Purkh Ki Fauj, aims to restore hope by replacing lost school supplies. The organizations are also providing free medical aid to affected communities.
Farmers rue exploitation by pvt firms, demand govt procurement
Farmer leaders from the SKM assessed flood damage in Punjab. They criticized the government's relief package, demanding a larger financial aid package, compensation for crop loss, loss of life, and affected families. They also called for an inquiry into the handling of the disaster.
DTF highlights technical glitches, time wastage & increase in errors
Minister Sanjay Seth assessed flood damage in Amritsar's Rajasansi. The Ravi River's flooding destroyed 30km of border fencing and many outposts. He assured funding for reconstruction. He met with Army and BSF officials, and listened to local residents' concerns.
Dr. Kulwinder Singh, a doctor and commission agent, was shot at his hospital and critically injured. The attack was allegedly orchestrated by foreign-based gangster Jeevan Fauji, who had demanded ₹50 lakh in extortion and previously threatened Singh.
Police got tip-off that outsiders were coming in the area to sell narcotics
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