Amritsar

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

Rise in enrollment attributed to drop in overseas migration, smoother admission system

Both Akal Takht, Takht Sri Patna Sahib withdraw edicts passed against each other

The Golden Temple received an email threat to be bombed. Police were notified, security was increased, and bomb disposal teams were deployed. An investigation is underway to identify the source of the threat, possibly linked to incidents in South India.

Bomb disposal squad and anti-sabotage teams deployed; police register case

Family members of the deceased urged the police not to initiate any action in this connection

Jathedar Kuldeep Singh Gargaj holds meeting with Sikh high priests as Bihar-based Takht retracts edicts declaring Sukhbir Badal and jathedars as 'tankhaiya'

PNB organized agricultural outreach camps in Punjab villages. Over 1,000 farmers participated and received information on financial literacy, rural development, and agricultural schemes, including PM Vishwakarma Yojana and social security programs. Sanction letters and guidance on sustainable practices were provided.

Elections for nine sarpanch and 99 panch member posts are scheduled for July 27, 8 am to 4 pm, with same-day counting. Nomination filing is July 14-17, scrutiny on July 18, and withdrawals on July 19. The election process concludes by July 28. Detailed information is available on the State Election Commission and district administration websites.

A Muradpur resident, Palwinder Singh Rahul, has been charged with abducting a teenage girl who went missing on July 1. The girl was alone at home while her parents worked. The suspect allegedly lured her with promises of marriage, according to the victim's father.

Four individuals were booked for assaulting a granthi in Thatha village after he confronted them for using drugs near a gurdwara. The victim, Sarwan Singh, was beaten and injured. The suspects, all from Chogawan, fled the scene and no arrests have been made.

Amritsar's Municipal Corporation will penalize institutions accumulating garbage instead of proper disposal. Notices will be issued under the Punjab Municipal Corporation Act, requiring waste handover to designated collection. Violators face penalties to ensure a cleaner, healthier city, with public cooperation requested.

Heavy rains damaged crops, particularly paddy and maize, across 400 acres in Ajnala, causing losses of 30-100%. Farmers demand compensation, citing past inadequate support. Leaders urge the government to release compensation and implement an effective agricultural policy addressing farmer concerns.

Amritsar police seized 1650 kg of alleged beef from an illegal factory, arresting five individuals from Uttar Pradesh. The raid followed a tip-off from 'Gau Raksh Dal.' The factory owner and others fled. Authorities found weapons, packing materials labeled 'halal meat' and are testing the meat's identity.

Powercom/Transco employees and pensioners' unions met to protest the government's failure to fulfill demands accepted in June. They plan a series of escalating actions, including conventions, demonstrations, and a flag march, starting July 18, to pressure for implementation.

Viral videos depict drug abuse in the region, showcasing individuals intoxicated in public. Despite arrests and seizures, drug access remains widespread, exacerbated by relapse. Authorities struggle with rehabilitation, and experts advocate for sustained public involvement and improved treatment.

Police launched a weekend safety drive with extensive checks across the district. Led by SHOs and overseen by gazetted officers, the operation targeted strategic locations, inspecting individuals and vehicles. The goal is to maintain law and order, increase public confidence, and deter crime, with regular drives planned.

Sucha Singh Langah returned to politics, leading a large road show. He was appointed Gurdaspur SAD district president, seen as key to revitalizing the party before the 2027 elections. Langah's past controversies, including a 2017 scandal, had sidelined him. His reinstatement followed religious penance and Akal Takht's approval. He is expected to contest the 2027 election.

Tarksheel Society held a meeting to discuss activities and upcoming plans. They will conduct an annual student consciousness test in collaboration with the Ministry of Education, focusing on Gulab Kaur this year. The exam will be on August 29th and 31st, with prizes and certificates for top performers. Entry forms are due July 31st.

MP Gurjeet Singh Aujla criticizes the Bhagtanwala dumping site issue, calling the garbage removal project inadequate. He demands a scientific waste management system and criticizes local authorities' failures. He offers to secure central funds and highlights the issue's impact on Amritsar's image.

Integrity, follow-up will have lasting impact

The SGPC will meet August 5 to discuss the five Sikh Takhts amid tensions. Disputes involve the Akal Takht and Takht Patna Sahib, fueled by Sukhbir Singh Badal's case and Patna Sahib's past actions. The SGPC controls the appointment of three Takht jathedars.