Amritsar

Located near the samadh of Baba Budha ji along the old Ramdas-Narowal route

Sukhbir Badal led a protest against Tarn Taran police for alleged false cases against Akali workers. He accused the SSP of acting as an AAP stooge, warning of consequences. Badal threatened to block AAP leaders' entry if Akali workers face false charges and vowed investigations into corrupt officials after 2027.

Winners will now participate in the state-level games

Linked to illegal supply of pills in pvt hospitals of city

In flood-affected Punjab, the Sarbat da Bhala Trust and the Indian Revenue Services Ladies Association are aiding students. They provided Rs 8.25 lakh to cover board examination fees for hundreds of Class X and XII students in government schools within the worst-hit villages.

Stage dharna in Tarn Taran; warn of massive stir on Nov 6

Amritsar district officials held a workshop to make schools tobacco-free, following SCERT Punjab and NCERT Delhi instructions. Block officers were trained to raise awareness through activities. Oath was taken to eliminate tobacco from schools, with nodal officers appointed to organize competitions and upload activities by October 31.

Mayor Bhatia ordered increased sanitation efforts, including nighttime garbage collection, especially near religious sites. The 3R Company must improve infrastructure, and the Health Department will be held responsible for negligence. Challans will be issued for littering, with regular area cleanliness reviews. Additional equipment deployment is planned by the end of December.

People's Youth Front, Punjab, urges Deputy Commissioner Dalvinderjit Singh to address Amritsar's garbage crisis. Uncollected waste and waste burning create unhygienic conditions, posing health and environmental hazards. They demand streamlined garbage collection, awareness campaigns, and strict enforcement.

The 'C Zone' Zonal Youth Festival began today at Guru Nanak Dev University. Organized by the Youth Welfare Department, the three-day event features cultural performances across four venues, starting daily at 10 am. Dean Academic Affairs inaugurated the festival, emphasizing cultural preservation and global perspectives. Day one included various dance, music, and art competitions.

A one-day maternal and child health workshop, led by Dr. Dhawan and Dr. Bhagat, trained community health officers and paramedical staff. The workshop focused on improving maternal and child health services, including early pregnancy registration, high-risk pregnancy management, and postnatal care to reduce maternal mortality.

According to initial investigations, the terror operative was operating under the directions of handlers based in Armenia, the UK and Germany

Industries in Amritsar face a 10% labor shortage due to workers traveling to Bihar for Chhath Puja, weddings, and Bihar elections. Railways are operating special trains and providing assistance to accommodate the surge in passengers.

Dangerous 'Chinese manjha' kite strings are resurfacing with colder weather, causing injuries and deaths, particularly to motorcyclists. Despite a ban, the issue persists, with protective wires broken or missing. Residents demand wire repairs, ban enforcement, and awareness campaigns before the kite-flying season.

Police in the district registered eight FIRs and charged 11 individuals for burning agricultural waste, including paddy residue, on Wednesday. Cases were filed under Section 223 of the BNS. Authorities are using field reports and satellite imagery to identify more violators and warned of continued strict action against stubble burning.

Police in Kahiyaan Wala Bazaar busted a flesh trade racket at Hotel BR. The hotel manager, Suraj Kumar, was arrested and four women were rescued. A case under the Immoral Traffic (Prevention) Act, 1956, was registered. The accused is in police custody.

Aim to expand the thematic scope of expatriate Punjabi literature: Gondara

Karamjit Singh Rintu inaugurated road work in Amritsar's North Assembly constituency. He stated all damaged roads will be repaired soon. Development projects are planned for Green Avenue, Basant Avenue, and other areas to improve connectivity and commercial activity. Funds are available, and public grievances are a priority.

Amritsar health officials led a maternal and child healthcare training session for community health officers and para-medical staff. The training focused on early pregnancy registration, high-risk pregnancy management, and postpartum care to reduce maternal mortality. Participants also received training on testing for HB, HCV and salt levels. Regular mentorship programs are planned.

Fifteen candidates are contesting the Tarn Taran by-election after five withdrawals. Polling is scheduled for November 11, with vote counting on November 14. Election symbols have been assigned, and arrangements are in place for a smooth election.

Authorities accused of ignoring encroachments as public space is used for, and liquor sales

Dalvinderjit Singh takes charge as new DC

KMSC protested against Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann in Tarn Taran, burning his effigy. Protesting farmers demanded answers regarding tractor-trolley issues and flood compensation. They also criticized the government's broken promises and called for incentives to stop paddy straw burning.

DIG, Border Range, Goel assumes charge

BSF neutralized three Pakistani drones in 24 hours near the Indo-Pak border in Amritsar. Two DJI Mavic drones were intercepted on Thursday, and another on Friday. A 540-gram heroin packet was seized during one operation. Smugglers use drones to traffic narcotics and weapons.