Farmers, led by the KKU, protested police inaction following a farmer's suicide. A suicide note named individuals who allegedly harassed the deceased. The family refuses cremation until justice is served, threatening intensified protests if the police fail to act.
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Amritsar
At Amritsar Sahit Utsav, litterateurs in Punjabi language advocate balancing creativity with technological innovations
In Tarn Taran, AAP's Harmeet Singh Sandhu won with 12,690 votes, fueled by urban voter support. Congress performed poorly, failing to win any city booths. Mandeep Singh of 'Waris Punjab De' and Sukhwinder Kaur of Akali Dal also gained significant votes. A political expert noted a concerning shift of Scheduled Caste voters away from Congress.
City residents worry about road safety as winter approaches, bringing dense fog. Faded lane markings, missing or damaged traffic signs, and lack of reflectors on roads pose significant hazards, especially for drivers in low visibility conditions. Experts urge quick action to prevent accidents.
GNDU's Department of Education and Spring Dale Senior School partnered to advance special education. The MoU facilitates internships, curriculum enrichment, and teacher training. It aims to improve educator skills, bridge theory with practice, and promote inclusive learning through various collaborative activities.
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The Akal Takht, along with the SGPC, will reopen the Khalsa School in Chittisinghpura, Kashmir, built to honor the 2000 massacre victims. A committee will develop a plan for the SGPC-established school, aiming to provide education to local Sikh families. The school previously closed due to funding issues.
Food scientist Dr Amarjit Singh Sarpal highlights the growing importance of dietetics and nutritional research in terms of sustainability
Sheetal Vermani, a SRF at Guru Nanak Dev University, won the 'Best Flash Poster Presenter Award' at the XXJ-NOST 2025 Conference. She is developing breast cancer drugs by targeting the aromatase enzyme, with research published in the European Medicinal Chemistry Journal. Her work is a part of ongoing cancer research.
Gurmeet Singh Bablu, a human rights activist, reported receiving death threats via WhatsApp, purportedly from the Lawrence Bishnoi gang. The threats, received on November 17th, warned of execution. Bablu, citing previous threats from international numbers, requested immediate police protection for himself and his family.
The 117th BSF battalion launched a public welfare program at a village school, inaugurated by BSF IG Dr. Atul Fulzele. The program, costing Rs 3.09 lakh, included distributing repair kits to youth and a loan fair with SBI.
The SAD's vote share in Tarn Taran declined since 2017, despite finishing second in the recent bypoll. Although the party claims the bypoll result shows momentum, data reveals a loss of votes compared to previous elections due to the division of Panthic votes among various parties.
Badal claimed that the Punjab Police were displaying frustration due to poor performance of AAP candidate Harmeet Singh Sandhu
SGPC chief secretary Kulwant Singh Mannan has asked the producer and director of the animation film not to release it in view of Sikh sentiments
Manik was wanted for the murder of Deep Cheema, who was allegedly killed by 5 assailants on November 2
Harmonising public interest & VVIP safety on city roads
Workers express concern after the party’s fourth-place finish
The patient arrived with severe neurological symptoms and rapidly declining consciousness
Were demanding Rs 50 lakh in extortion money from owner
A special Nagar Kirtan to enter Amritsar on Nov 20, says Minister Harbhajan Singh ETO
Residents say smoke and toxic fumes are affecting health across nearby colonies
The police have launched a hunt to nab the accused
Demands a SIT to probe Sukhbir Badal’s alleged links
Cache includes two pistols, a 12-bore rifle and multiple live cartridges
Amritsar police, under the 'War against drugs' campaign, are dismantling drug networks. They are targeting traffickers, demolishing properties, and involving ward-level committees. Hundreds of traffickers have been arrested. The initiative encourages community participation, rehabilitation, and strict legal action.
Gurvinder Singh Ginder was fatally shot in his village. Police have booked five members of a family, arresting Prem Singh and his father. The shooting stemmed from a prior dispute. The other three suspects are currently at large.
For ‘obstructing police from performing its duty’
Stubble management: Farmers receive ‘Kisan Dosti’ certificates for choosing eco-friendly practices
SAD senior vice-president and former minister Daljit Singh Cheema said this “vendetta politics” was aimed at punishing those leaders who refused to bow to the pressure of the state government
Cold wave conditions are expected in northwest India for three days, with night temperatures 2-5°C below normal. Punjab has dry weather and potential fog. November rainfall is 39% below average. Minimum temperatures in Punjab ranged from 5.6°C to 11.3°C.
Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) distributed 100 quintals of improved wheat seeds to 100 farmers in flood-affected Mundapind village. The PAU-Farm Advisory Service Centre (FASC) organized the event. Faculty and staff donated a day's salary, providing 725 quintals of seeds in total, demonstrating PAU's support.
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