Amritsar's roads are in poor condition due to L&T's inadequate repairs after laying water pipelines. The Municipal Commissioner halted payments to L&T, issued a legal notice, and imposed a penalty. He emphasized proper road restoration and warned against further delays.
Amritsar Rural Police arrested two more individuals, Akashdeep Singh and Amandeep Singh, in an ICE drug case. They recovered drugs, weapons (including Glock pistols), a drone, and a car. The arrests stem from an earlier seizure of ICE and a pistol on July 5. Investigations are ongoing.
Officials look the other way
Hooters available in the range of Rs 300 to Rs 600 per piece
Councillor visits Khaparkheri STP, raises concerns over choked sewerage
A businessman, Kumar Krishan, is being extorted for Rs 30 lakh by foreign-based gangster Prabh Dasuwal. Police registered a case and ASI Parduman Singh is investigating. Separately, police arrested Shubhdeep Singh, an operative for gangster Gurdev Singh Jaisal Chambal.
Challan is issued only after two warnings
Eight of the 10 cases are somehow linked to addiction
Several causes and risk factors associated with brain tumours
Children as young as 10-12 years old are exposed to unrealistic beauty standards
Despite warnings, Amritsar's Civil Hospital was found with open garbage dumping, including medical waste, near the emergency ward. This ongoing issue poses health and environmental risks due to poor hygiene, lack of waste segregation, and inadequate municipal services, worsened by visitor negligence.
Bomb disposal squads and sniffer dogs have been deployed at the site to conduct intensive checks
The raids are part of an ongoing investigation into a disproportionate assets case
Amandeep Medicity provides advanced healthcare, focusing on global standards. It utilizes cutting-edge technology like IVUS, EBUS, and EUS for precise diagnosis and minimally invasive treatments in cardiology, pulmonology, and gastroenterology.
Sikh scriptures were found in a garbage trolley in a posh area, sparking outrage. Sikh organizations demand action and threaten protests. Police are investigating and will register an FIR. The scriptures included Gutka Sahibs and other religious texts.
Schemes, which were stopped due to lack of repair, left many residents without access to clean water
The bus service was started in 2016 under Central Government project
Three others, who were on a tractor trolley, were also injured
The Inner Wheel Club of Tarn Taran elected new officers. Dr. Sukhbir Kaur is the new president, and Dr. Raman Dua is secretary. Other roles include editor, treasurer, and International Service Organiser. The new president expressed gratitude and a focus on community outreach.
A case under Sections 3, 4 and 5 of Immoral Trafficking Prevention Act was registered against accused
Gurdaspur lawyers are striking, angered by the Dinanagar SHO's arrest of a disabled ex-Army man from a lawyer's chamber. They demand an FIR and suspension of the SHO, deeming his transfer and departmental inquiry insufficient punishment. The Batala Bar Association will join the strike.
Farmer leaders also oppose Electricity Amendment Bill 2025
The centre was inaugurated in November 2011 by the then SAD government.
Following an illegal abattoir bust, the Focal Point Industrial Welfare Association is expanding its gaushala. A new cowshed, costing Rs 50 lakh, was inaugurated. The gaushala houses 1,150 cows and seeks to accommodate 300 more. They request the city's cow cess funds be used for animal welfare.
MLA Dr. Ajay Gupta inspected the Rego Bridge construction. The Rs 48 crore project, started in December 2023, is delayed, with completion now expected by March 31, 2026. Gupta urged faster work, emphasizing benefits for commuters to Sri Durgiana Temple and Qila Gobindgarh. Monthly progress reports are required.
Low to medium rainfall in Tarn Taran district disrupted daily life. Construction workers lost work, and vendors struggled with supply. Waterlogging affected commuters and contaminated drinking water. Farmers faced crop damage due to a lack of shelter and poor drainage.
Navjot Kaur Hundal, widow of deceased AAP MLA Dr. Kashmir Singh, plans to remain active in politics and social service to honor his legacy. She will abide by the party's decision regarding the Tarn Taran by-election and aims to continue her husband's work serving the people.
In a conversation with Neha Walia, Cambridge faculty member Dr Kawarpal Singh reflects on his recent international recognition & career journey
A 2025 study by Amritsar researchers found television exposure correlates more with parent-child conflict in Punjab than internet use. Both media types contribute to youth materialism. Parental mediation is key in mitigating these effects.
Staff without hygiene gear, unsafe drinking water, missing helpline number among violations