Amritsar

Sanjeev Kumar, a horticulture lecturer from GSSS Jabbowal, will attend the GSP Climate Convocation 2025 in Rajasthan. The event, organized by CSE, will bring together selected teachers to discuss climate education, featuring expert sessions and sustainable practices. Travel and accommodation are provided.

Tarn Taran police, under SSP Dr. Ravjot Grewal, arrested over 1,200 individuals and registered 947 cases in a six-month anti-drug campaign. Recoveries included 180 kg heroin, 8.756 kg opium, and Rs 71 lakh cash. Properties worth Rs 24 crore were frozen, and houses of four drug peddlers demolished.

An old enmity was stated to be the reason behind crime

In Amritsar, 13 government schools, including primary, middle, high and senior secondary schools, are still shut

They feel blessed to be able to stand shoulder to shoulder with their local brethren and perform service

Arrest was made following a complaint filed by an Amritsar resident

Ever year on September 9, personnel of the Army’s Golden Arrow division, gather at the mausoleum of Abdul Hamid at Asal Uttar village in Tarn Taran to acknowledge his valour

Prime suspect injured in police encounter during recovery of weapons

In bread capital of Punjab, Amritsari kulcha stands out for its preparation that has remained unchanged over the years, retaining taste & texture

Accuses Punjab govt, Centre of neglecting those owning land along India-Pak border

Acting on a tip off, the CIA II team at Malout set up a checkpoint near Jandwala village on Thursday, intercepted a car, and recovered 4 kg of heroin

Five families from Kot Budha village returned home after floods. 73 district villages were affected, with 33,000 acres of crops destroyed. 85 Kot Budha families were impacted; some experienced complete loss. The villagers, also affected in 2023, seek government aid.

Amritsar police arrested two gangsters linked to Jeevan Fauji after a shootout in Beas. The suspects, Hari Kumar and Sandeep Singh, were injured. They had shot a doctor for extortion. A third accomplice escaped. Police recovered two pistols and are searching for the remaining suspect.

To offer free access to online academic assistance through free school exam preparation and competitive exam guidance

After the Punjab floods

Guru Nanak Dev University's CDC meeting addressed college development, focusing on entrepreneurship programs, NAAC accreditation, alumni networks, and strengthened IQAC and Placement Cells. Skill development courses and student databases were also emphasized.

Tarn Taran councillor Gurpreet Singh Goldy was questioned by the NCB regarding a drug seizure case. The investigation began after the arrest of three alleged drug peddlers in August, with 100 grams of heroin recovered. The accused's interrogation and phone data revealed links to smugglers and potentially other political figures.

After the floods

Many Gurdaspur-based sportspersons, who belong to economically-weaker sections, may have to quit their games following the floods

The Patti-Makhu rail link, approved in 2013, aims to connect Amritsar and Ferozepur, shortening travel distances and boosting commerce. Despite its potential benefits, including linking northern regions with western states, the project remains stalled, raising concerns of political inaction, land acquisition challenges, and slow progress even after a 2020 social impact assessment.

Teachers of aided colleges to go on mass casual leave today, stage a protest march in Sri Anandpur Sahib

India needs localized economic growth, focusing on R&D, skill development, and capital. Experts emphasized technological advancement, digital infrastructure, and MSME universities. Innovation in manufacturing and agriculture is critical, along with regulatory ease and focused training programs.

A youth, Lavish, was killed and Harpreet Singh critically injured in a shooting near Mall Mandi. Harpreet, with a criminal history, was reportedly threatened to withdraw testimony in his brother's murder case. Five assailants on motorcycles committed the crime. Police are investigating the incident.

Rana KP Singh criticized the SGPC's action against Gurdwara officials for honoring Rahul Gandhi. He argued the move sent the wrong message and that Gandhi should not be blamed. Singh emphasized Gandhi's respect for the Sikh faith and his advocacy for secularism.

Three drug modules busted, 7 arrested