The NIA raided Vishal Sharma's home in Shastri Nagar, investigating his immigration business. The raid, possibly linked to illegal immigration or financial crimes, involved document and electronic record searches. Local police maintained order while residents observed. The NIA hasn't disclosed the raid's official reason.
Amritsar is unprepared to host thousands of devotees for Guru Tegh Bahadur's anniversary. Crumbling roads, worsened by ongoing construction, pose hazards and raise safety concerns. The Municipal Corporation faces criticism for inaction despite complaints, threatening to overshadow the celebrations.
Amritsar authorities demolished a drug smuggler's house as part of a zero-tolerance policy. Ram Singh, with multiple NDPS Act cases, is absconding. The demolition is the 11th in the city. Police vow strong action against drug dealers, encouraging citizen informants with guaranteed confidentiality.
Punjab will tax commercial buildings with basements at Rs 5/sq ft. A survey will precede revenue collection, with residential buildings exempt. Collected revenue goes to the Mining Department. Government and Panchayat land can be leased to the Mining Department. Commercial property owners express concern over increased costs.
GNDU partnered with PGIMER, Chandigarh and associated foundations for healthcare research and development, sharing knowledge and expertise. Focus areas include biomedical devices, medicine, and promoting healthy lifestyles through cultural practices, supporting the Aahar Kranti Mission. The ICMR-CIBioD will aid innovation and research.
Digital dentistry uses 3D scanners and printers for faster, more precise, and comfortable dental care. It allows for custom treatments, shorter appointments, and better-fitting dental work. Benefits include improved accuracy, reduced pain, personalized care, and exciting advancements like AI.
Seminar organised on the occasion
These false claims are illegal
Say draw lessons from Bhagat Puran Singh
District 321-D of the Lions Club held its 46th installation ceremony. International President-elect Lion AP Singh presided. Delegates from Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, and J&K attended. Lions Clubs of Batala highlighted their service projects. Singh emphasized Lions Clubs International's global welfare efforts.
Part of a drive
For tackling water-borne diseases
Call for the protest given by Punjab Employees and Pensioners Joint Front
The SGPC president proposed an advisory panel for the Akal Takht to resolve disputes among Sikh temporal seats and community complaints. This follows tensions between Akal Takht and Takht Patna Sahib. The SGPC is deciding whether to allow the Akal Takht's panel to hold SAD president elections.
Heavy rainfall caused the Beas River to flood, inundating 12,000 acres of crops and affecting 25 villages. Farmers report submerged crops and fodder loss. They criticize the administration for lack of warning. Officials claim the situation is under control, while some leaders allege a lack of official visits to the affected areas.
Woman, partner allegedly killed son
The NIA teams seized several incriminating materials, including mobiles/digital devices, during the searches carried out in Amritsar, Gurdaspur and Batala
Former SSP Bhupinderjit Singh (61), DSP Devinder Singh (58) among 5 cops sentenced to life imprisonment
A Health Department event at Karmapura Senior Secondary School in Ranjit Avenue focused on dengue prevention. Positive dengue larvae findings prompted education on mosquito breeding risks. Officials stressed collective responsibility for prevention, including using sprays and repellents, empowering attendees.
Amritsar Municipal Corporation and Kar Sewa are conducting a city-wide cleanliness and beautification drive. Various departments are removing encroachments, debris, and unauthorized signage. Community members and organizations are actively participating, with the drive expanding to different areas. The corporation encourages continued cooperation for long-term upkeep.
Dr. Gurtej Sandhu, a GNDU alumnus and 7th most prolific inventor globally with 1,382 US patents, revolutionized semiconductor technology. His innovations, including atomic layer deposition, have enabled smaller, faster chips, impacting billions. Sandhu's achievements bring pride to India and serve as an inspiration.
Members of various student bodies submit letter to Akal Takht; GNDU Vice-Chancellor calls it ‘unnecessary speculation’
Renowned educationist Sanjukta Majumdar, who has remained principal of top schools in Gurdaspur, expresses her views on hidden cost of AI
The Preliminary Education Centre, led by Romesh Mahajan, provides education to underprivileged children in Gurdaspur. A painting competition, led by art coach Hitesh Kumar and teachers, boosted the children's creativity, confidence, and emotional expression, fostering a love for learning and self-expression.
Express strong opposition, demanding that the policy be withdrawn immediately
Hold protest in front of the District Administration Complex in Tarn Taran
Hears public grievances at Ramdas
He was supposed to get delivery of recent consignment of weapons smuggled from Pakistan
The police recovered 15 vehicles, including Mahindra Sorpio, Toyota Fortuner, Mahindra Thar, Mahindra XUV, Toyota Glanza and Legender, from Rajasthan and Haryana
The police are searching for the accomplice who managed to flee from the spot