Amritsar

The shortage of designated parking facilities near Darbar Sahib is causing inconvenience to devotees visiting the holy shrine. With no proper space available in the vicinity, pilgrims are forced to park their vehicles on the slope of the Saragarhi overbridge,...

The district council meeting of the Communist Party of India (CPI), Amritsar Rural unit, was held, under the leadership of Barjinder Singh Josan from Jandiala Guru, today at the party office on Batala Road. District Secretary Lakhbir Singh Nizampur presented...

Illegal properties of six smugglers have been demolished since the launch of the state-wide crackdown under ‘Yudh Nashiyan Virudh’

The incident that occurs metres away from a police naka leads to panic in the area as people were celebrating Janamashtami

The Municipal Corporation is cracking down on illegal water and sewer connections, giving a deadline for regularization. Disconnections will follow. Camps will be organized to aid regularization and tax payment. Revenue has increased, but many illegal connections and dues remain, prompting further action.

Chabal police arrested Sandeep Singh and Amardeep Singh for running an illegal de-addiction center in Nurpur village. They lacked proper authorization and qualifications. Twenty individuals were detained and given addictive tablets. Jaisal Singh and Kanwaljit Singh are absconding. A case under BNS has been filed.

The health department launched a campaign to raise awareness about mosquito-borne diseases like dengue and malaria. Residents are urged to eliminate stagnant water weekly on 'Every Friday Dry Day.' The campaign includes school visits, posters, and door-to-door efforts, emphasizing prevention and personal responsibility to reduce mosquito breeding.

Traffic signals are frequently ignored, causing traffic jams and endangering pedestrians. Drivers often disregard rules, especially without police presence. Residents express concern. Traffic police plan to increase surveillance and issue digital fines to improve compliance and safety.

Congress party members in Tarn Taran protested alleged 'vote theft' by burning effigies of PM Modi and Amit Shah. Led by former MLA Ramanjit Singh Sikki, they claimed the government, with the Election Commission, manipulated the election. They urged citizens to unite to protect democracy and the Constitution.

Inspector Vinod Kumar was honored for his efforts as Chheharta police station's SHO, including major drug and weapon seizures (81 kg heroin, etc.) and cracking a hand grenade case. He received the honor for the fifth time. Other officers, Ranjit Singh and Ashwani Kumar, were also recognized for their work.

A campaign led by Deputy Commissioner Sakshi Sawhney is urging farmers to avoid burning paddy stubble to protect the environment. The administration is providing machinery, holding awareness camps, and promoting eco-friendly methods like in-situ management. Farmers who avoided burning stubble last year reported higher yields.

Cabinet Minister Lal Chand Kataruchak hoisted the flag at Tarn Taran's Independence Day event. He highlighted government achievements, honored freedom fighters and achievers, and announced a grant for a nature park.

On the country’s 79th Independence Day, the Attari-Wagah joint check-post (JCP) witnessed a spirited, grand Beating Retreat ceremony with thousands of visitors from across the country attended the ceremony at Attari-Wagah joint check post (JCP) here on Friday. Director General,...

Punjab Health Minister Dr Balbir Singh hoisted the national flag on 79th Independence Day and took salute from the marching contingents at Guru Nanak Stadium here on Friday. In his address, the minister urged people to celebrate the national festival...

Just like a solider is never off duty, a cop is also never off duty. After days of hectic security measures in view of Independence Day that was celebrated on Friday, the police are now on toes for security in...

Delivering a Rs 500-cr hit and generating a buzz that is rare in the film industry, as 22-year-old Amritsar girl Aneet Padda basks in the success of ‘Saiyaara’, she’s not the only one celebrating her dream start

According to BSF authorities, the ceremony will start at 6 pm and end at 6.30 pm

On the eve of Independence Day, women of the Tarn Taran unit of Inner Wheel Club and members of INTACH braved the inclement weather to pay tributes to martyr Abdul Hamid at Assal Uttar in Khemkaran sector on Thursday. Company...

Three cops from the city has made the holy city proud with their excellent services in the police department. Inspector Deepak Sharma, who hails from Amritsar and is currently posted with the intelligence wing, has been selected to be awarded...

Pal Singh Gill, born on January 10, 1947, and a resident of Aladinpur village, recalls the early years following India’s independence with a sense of satisfaction regarding the nation’s progress across various fields. Reflecting on his youth, he notes that...

Local activists and an NGO have urged the Union Railway Ministry to introduce Vande Bharat sleeper trains on the Amritsar-Nanded (Hazoor Sahib) and Amritsar-Patna Sahib railway routes to cater to the large number of devotees travelling to these revered Sikh...

In a joint operation conduced in the border area on Wednesday, the police and the BSF recovered 4.512 kg of heroin and a drone. Two motorcycle-borne persons were arrested from the spot. The district police said here on Thursday that...

Special Director General of Police (Railways) Shashi Prabha Dwivedi arrived in the city to supervise security arrangements in view of the Independence Day celebrations on Friday. A search operation was also carried out at the railway station during her visit....

As hostilities continue between India and Pakistan post Pak army general Asif Munir’s statement in the US, the Hind-Pak Dosti Manch, an Amritsar-based cultural and literary organisation, on Thursday urged the governments of both countries to initiate a dialogue to...

Thousands of passengers were left helpless after contractual employees of the Punjab Roadways and Punbus went on strike here on Thursday. The protest led to disruption of bus services with not even a single bus either being plied from the...