Amritsar

Clay model honours bravehearts of the First & Second World Wars

Police arrested Harpreet Singh and Mehnga Singh, busting a vehicle theft gang. They recovered 23 motorcycles and two scooters. The suspects admitted to stealing vehicles in the Ranjit Avenue area and other parts of the city. Both had prior criminal records.

Doctors said patient Jaspal Singh had been misdiagnosed with TB and treated for the same, but it had worsened his condition

Ajnala is among the most underdeveloped constituencies in Punjab

Following threats against the Golden Temple, the District Child Protection Unit removed six children and a woman begging near the Langar Hall. The operation, prompted by a complaint, aimed to address child begging and sent the children to Pingalwara.

Despite official claims, Amritsar faces worsening waterlogging due to uncleared sewer lines. Despite Rs 4.72 crore in tenders, only half of the sewer lines have been cleaned due to equipment shortages, particularly large super sucker machines. The east zone is the worst affected, leaving residents vulnerable during the upcoming monsoon.

Guru Nanak Dev University extended admission counseling for reserved rural and border category students to July 23 due to high demand and vacant seats. Students can seek assistance at a facilitation center. The university added 5% extra seats for these categories.

The Democratic Teachers’ Front (DTF) condemns political interference in Punjab school managing committees after a shooting during an election. They blame a new AAP government ruling allowing political leaders to nominate members, violating the Right to Education Act. DTF demands the withdrawal of this ruling, citing it disrupts the educational environment.

District officials met with industry owners to combat tuberculosis (TB) in the workplace. The TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyan aims to screen workers, provide free treatment, nutritional support, and vocational aid to TB patients. Officials pledged to eradicate TB through collaboration.

Inaugurates completed development works worth Rs 1 crore

The Diocesan Women's Fellowship for Christian Service (DWFCS) reaffirmed its dedication to empowering marginalized women in Punjab, Haryana, and Himachal Pradesh. Justina Day commemorates Justina Walter's work supporting underprivileged women and girls. DWFCS initiatives are succeeding, and the group seeks further community support for girls' education.

The Bill, which was introduced in the House on July 14, mandates strict punishment, extending up to life imprisonment, for the desecration of holy scriptures, including the Guru Granth Sahib, Bhagavad Gita, Bible and Quran

A suspect, Shubham Dubey, is currently being questioned

Punjab launched Project JeevanJyot 2.0 to protect children. District-level task forces, led by Deputy Commissioners, will implement the project. DNA testing will verify parentage of children found begging. The DCPU will expand rescue and rehabilitation efforts. The goal is to create a safer environment for all children.

In another case, man held with country-made pistol

Amritsar MC recovered Rs 2.30 crore from water/sewerage defaulters (April-July 14). Recovery increased by Rs 1.15 crore over the previous year. Notices were issued to 4,200. The North zone had the most defaulters and highest recoveries. The MC aims to collect Rs 16 crore this fiscal year but faces challenges from monsoon rains.

Anti-encroachment drives to continue across city: MC Joint Commissioner

District administration has now decided to register FIRs against violators

Intercepted drone intrusions near Pul Moran border out-post at Amritsar border

Amritsar has done better than industrial hub Ludhiana but Averda’s exit has affected civic services, feel residents

The Congress party criticized the AAP government at a Naushehra Pannuan conference, citing poor law and order due to extortion and robbery. They accused the government of broken promises, damaged infrastructure, and MNREGA irregularities. They urged support for Congress, especially for the upcoming Tarn Taran by-election.

Extortion cases persist despite police efforts against foreign-based gangsters. A bakery owner in Punjab survived a shooting after receiving extortion demands from Dubai-based gangster Jobanjit Singh. The police booked Singh, his incarcerated brother, and three unknown shooters. The gang previously demanded extortion from other local business owners.

Shyam Karri's watercolour exhibition 'Prana — The Breath of Life' is at 105arts Gallery in Chandigarh until August 12. The solo show, curated by Mehak Bhan, features 70 nature-inspired paintings. Karri’s work emphasizes stillness and emotional resonance, reflecting his Zen philosophy.

FICCI FLO invites women from royal families, who are leading businesses that preserve traditions, to share their stories

Lays stress on Panthic unity and work for welfare of community, its future