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The Unemployed Physical Education Teachers Union protested the Punjab government's exclusion of BPEd and MPEd qualified teachers from 2,000 PTI teacher posts. They claim this discriminatory, ignoring previous gazette inclusions. President Saurav Rai alleges the Education Minister favors CPED and DPEd graduates from other states and has ignored their requests for correction. (This summary is generated via AI.)

CII Amritsar established a Skill Task Force to align workforce skills with industry needs. The group will collaborate with local institutions and businesses to improve employability. CII also announced the Amritsar Tourism & Hospitality Summit 2025 to boost the city's tourism sector, showcasing Amritsar to national and international stakeholders. (This summary is generated via AI.)

Punjab plans to develop 495 playgrounds/sports grounds, aiming to encourage youth sports. Work has started on 174 sites. Concerns exist due to past project failures, like the shelved Amritsar stadium. The initiative includes sports nurseries and community spaces, with a focus on physical activity and community development. (This summary is generated via AI.)

Commences a five-day workshop to create a fundamental glossary of commerce

Police also seized their motorcycle and two mobile phones

Police recover 5 kg of heroin from the crime scene

The 28-year-old victim was a resident of Baler village in Bhikhiwind

23-year-old shooter scored 453.1 in the final

Builder had begun construction without obtaining mandatory building plan approval from MC

Heavy rush was seen at cooler shops

Despite repeated assurances by authorities to implement fire-prevention arrangements at Bhagtanwala dumping site, situation remains grim

Gurjit Singh, 35, a resident of Rasulpur village in Tarn Taran, had come to meet relatives at the village

Arshdeep Singh, a jail inmate, led a narco-hawala racket from Goindwal jail for six months. Police seized drugs, cash, and a motorcycle. Arshdeep, Jaspreet, and Karan orchestrated the trade. Others retrieved and distributed drugs, routing money to Dubai and Pakistan. Malkeet, with Dubai smuggling links, facilitated border smuggling. (This summary is generated via AI.)

Roadside spaces taken up for repair shops, selling construction material

Baba Sohan Singh Bhakna was the founder of the Ghadar Party, but his sacrifices have been met with neglect

Bhakna, a village near the border, boasts ancient roots, evidenced by a 'theh' and Nanakshahi brick structures. Historically significant, it's mentioned in folk songs and was once a center for higher learning, known as Kashi. Bhakna housed Hindus, Muslims, and Sikhs. Despite its heritage, the village's ancient temple faces degradation, and its Sarovar is dried up. (This summary is generated via AI.)

Guru Nanak Dev University launched 'Sundays on Cycle' to promote cycling and align with the Fit India Movement. They installed bike stations and organized a cycle rally. The university also hosted events on plastic waste management, emphasizing environmental awareness and sustainable practices, with insights from experts and calls for collective action. (This summary is generated via AI.)

Sahib Singh became the first Sikh International Master (IM) in chess, achieving the title at the Dubai Open 2025. He also won three gold medals at the Western Asian Youth U-14 Championship in the Maldives. The Chief Khalsa Diwan (CKD) honored him, with its president and secretary offering congratulations. (This summary is generated via AI.)

A lawyer, Baruno Dhawan, was arrested in Patti for alleged ties to gangster Prabhdeep Singh. Dhawan is accused of staging a fake shooting at his house to obtain police security. He was arrested after another individual implicated him during interrogation. Dhawan is in police remand for two days. (This summary is generated via AI.)

A 70-year-old retired insurance manager lost Rs 3.02 crore to cyber fraudsters. Posing as officials from investigative agencies, the scammers claimed his wife's account was involved in money laundering. Over ten days, they coerced him into transferring money to various bank accounts across India, leading to a police investigation. (This summary is generated via AI.)

A man, driven by unrequited love, fired a gun at his love interest's fiancé's home on April 26. Gurpreet Singh, the shooter, and his accomplice Sunny were arrested. Police recovered the firearm and motorcycle used in the crime. The motive was Gurpreet's objection to the upcoming marriage. Another suspect is being sought. (This summary is generated via AI.)

A severe heat wave is disrupting daily life, forcing people indoors. Farmers and laborers face immense hardship due to the intense heat during the peak paddy transplantation season. The physically demanding work, exacerbated by temperatures exceeding 40 degrees Celsius, causes exhaustion, dehydration, and other health issues. Despite these challenges, they must continue to work to secure their harvest. (This summary is generated via AI.)

The 4.5-km road from Khasa to Bhakna is severely damaged, riddled with potholes, and covered in pebbles. This deplorable condition causes slow travel, increases accident risks, and damages vehicles. Commuters and residents are frustrated by the authorities' inaction despite months of complaints. They demand immediate road repairs and garbage disposal. (This summary is generated via AI.)

Police froze the assets of drug peddler Rohit Kumar, alias Lobhi, totaling over Rs 43.48 lakh. The seizure included a residential property, car, and cash in his and his parents' bank accounts. The action followed legal procedure under the NDPS Act, after evaluation and permission from relevant authorities. (This summary is generated via AI.)

Doctors at Fortis Hospital, Mohali are promoting cadaver organ donation to address India's low donation rate. Brain-dead patients can donate organs, a process confirmed by a four-doctor committee and a six-hour waiting period. Dr. Rally and Dr. Mandwar aim to raise awareness, especially for liver transplants, as organ shortages lead to significant deaths. (This summary is generated via AI.)