Beautification Drive: Day 3
Beautification Drive: Day 3
Police arrested two shooters in Dehradun, Uttarakhand, connected to the murder of a lawyer in Jandiala Guru. The shooters, Manminder Singh and Manpreet Singh, are linked to gangster Happy Jatt, who is allegedly abroad. Two pistols were recovered. Further investigation is ongoing.
Surprise checks conducted to enforce Safe School Vahan policy
Kot Khalsa, despite being under Amritsar Municipal Corporation's jurisdiction, suffers from neglected infrastructure. Poor roads, stagnant water, and garbage plague the village, especially near Gurdwara Bohri Sahib. Residents demand road repairs, improved drainage, and regular waste collection, feeling abandoned by authorities.
Amritsar district formed a Stubble Protection Force (SPF) to prevent and monitor stubble burning, following air quality concerns. The SPF, composed of various officials, will monitor villages, report to SDMs, and promote alternative straw management and awareness campaigns. A call center and farmer camps will support these efforts.
Farmer unions protested the Punjab government's land pooling policy with tractor marches in several towns, demanding its withdrawal. Leaders warned of a larger agitation and criticized the policy as detrimental to farmers' interests. A maha panchayat is planned to determine future actions.
A fuel tanker hit a car on a Jandiala Guru flyover after a tire burst, causing a fire. Two unidentified car occupants died. The tanker driver fled. Police are identifying the victims and owner via the Delhi license plate. The tanker was traveling from Jalandhar and the car from Amritsar.
Portal yet to open for teachers seeking station change
Tanker loses control after one of its tyres burst
Harinderpal Sethi was booked on June 26 following a complaint filed by a 17-year-old girl from Delhi
The incident leads to a protest as the residents demand immediate arrest of the accused
Amritsar police arrested Bharatpreet Singh, linked to a Pakistan-based smuggling network, recovering five pistols. The arms were intended for criminals, delivered via drone. Singh was apprehended while transporting the weapons, leading to an FIR under the Arms Act and BNS.
Veterinary officers in the district protested, demanding pay parity with medical officers. They seek a pay scale increase to Rs 56,100 and revised allowances. They criticized the government's inaction and threatened to intensify their agitation if their demands are unmet.
Victim's mother also named as a co-accused in FIR
20 cases reported at Government Medical College daily
The Education Department hosted a two-day workshop for lecturers from seven districts, focusing on new teaching methods for Schools of Eminence and Meritorious Schools. The program, involving 200 science and math lecturers, aimed to improve education quality and introduce world-class facilities. Success in JEE and NEET exams increased by 50% this year.
Shwait Malik demands Punjab Health Minister Balbir Singh's resignation due to patient deaths in Jalandhar from oxygen shortages. Malik cited lack of medical facilities, incidents of surgeries in the dark, and government mismanagement as failures of the AAP government. He also criticized the health insurance plan as a false promise.
The Revolutionary Marxist Party of India (RMPI) protested police actions in Bhikhiwind, alleging the police are biased towards the ruling party, denying justice to the poor. They cited unarrested vandals and other cases of partiality. The protest ended after the SHO promised to address their grievances.
A CIA bust uncovered a gang supplying phones with fake SIM cards to inmates at Goindwal Sahib jail. Baljit Singh, owner of Baljit Telecom, was arrested for using forged documents to activate and sell SIM cards to inmates. Police suspect the involvement of others, including at the state-level and telecom operators.
The 4th annual Sur Utsav music festival in Amritsar showcased regional talent across genres, including classical, Sufi, and folk music. Dedicated events honored actor Raj Babbar and poet Surjit Patar. The festival aims to connect youth with Amritsar's rich musical heritage.
A Sikh law graduate was denied entry to a Rajasthan judicial exam for refusing to remove her Kirpan. Students at GNDU protested, condemning the act as religious discrimination and a violation of constitutional rights. They expressed concerns about systemic bias against Sikhs and the sidelining of Sikh youth in government jobs.
Amritsar's city beautification campaign, led by the Municipal Corporation, saw its second day of action in the Focal Point industrial area. The drive, which included various cleaning and repair activities, was a collaborative effort involving city officials, the Focal Point Industrial Welfare Association, and other stakeholders. The goal is a cleaner, greener Amritsar for tourists and residents.
Following an oxygen-related tragedy, a non-operational oxygen plant was found in Ajnala Civil Hospital. Amritsar district has three PSA plants, with the Jallianwala Bagh Civil Hospital's being the largest. Private oxygen production doubled during COVID-19, but the Ajnala plant's pipes were stolen.
BSF seized six drones carrying narcotics and weapon parts along the India-Pakistan border in Punjab. Two smugglers were apprehended in Tarn Taran, and the drones were found in Amritsar. The seizures included 1.73 kg of heroin and pistol components, highlighting a cross-border smuggling operation.
Auto-rickshaws illegally and disruptively park at intersections, causing traffic jams and commuter inconvenience. Authorities fail to act due to political influence. Overcrowding, especially near the bus stand, exacerbates the problem. Commuters face daily congestion and demand stricter regulations.
Psoriasis is linked to increased cardiovascular risk due to systemic inflammation impacting fat tissue, leading to insulin resistance. The study suggests cardiovascular screening and lifestyle changes are vital for psoriasis patients, along with potential benefits from certain medications.
Dr. KJ Singh, a rural Gurdaspur surgeon, highlights poor health facilities in villages, especially near the border. He advocates for improved access to healthcare through hospitals and affordable insurance. He aims to become an MLA to implement new health schemes.
To combat air pollution from stubble burning, the district administration and Lung Care Foundation launched an awareness campaign in rural areas. Volunteers will educate farmers about health risks and promote sustainable practices from August to November, involving experts from various institutes.
Filed as a PIL, the petition seeks the issuance of directions to the Centre and state governments to implement in letter and spirit the fundamental rights guaranteed to the Sikh community under Article 25
Gurvinder Singh was serving as Assistant Sub-Inspector in Punjab Police