Amritsar

Was gunned down by armed assailants

5.62L tramadol tablets seized so far

350th year of martyrdom of Guru Tegh Bahadur

Dr Ancy, principal, Woodstock Public School, Batala, writes about raising confident children

13 models of Punjab were selected at the national level

Say average daily processing rate now is around 1,677 MT, it indicates improved efficiency in management of legacy waste

Billa was wanted in the murder case of Manjit Singh, who was shot dead on Nov 16 at his shop in Dhulka

The AAP government's 'holy status' for the Galliara near the Golden Temple drew mixed reactions. While some, like a BJP leader, view it as insufficient, others had long sought holy city status for the entire walled city. The Galliara was created after military operations, displacing many residents and demolishing historical markets.

Keshav Batala, linked to the Sidhu Moose Wala murder, faces extortion and attempted murder charges in Amritsar. He and two accomplices allegedly fired shots at a farmer's house after demanding Rs 1 crore. The farmer's family is now threatened and seeking police protection.

Manjit Kaur had her earrings snatched by two motorcycle-borne robbers in Sarhali village. The earrings, weighing approximately five grams, were taken while she was talking to a neighbor. The incident was reported to the Sarhali police, and a case has been registered.

Resolution moved by CM Bhagwant Mann during a special session of Punjab Assembly, convened to mark 350th martyrdom anniversary of Guru Tegh Bahadur in Anandpur Sahib

According to DIG Border Range Sandeep Goel and SSP Amritsar Suhail Qasim Mir, the duo was involved in several violent incidents

Flying kites is about celebrating life, not endangering it

Officials claim they selected the sports complex due to an “acute shortage of space in city

The police have registered a case under various sections of the BNS

Officials warn that bulletproof jackets in criminal hands could make future encounters significantly more dangerous

Police have now filed charges under the BNS and the Punjab Travel Professionals Act following court orders

Cases under relevant sections of the Arms Act have been registered in both incidents

Seizures were made from different locations along the International Border

Punjab Local Government Minister has assured residents that visible cleanliness improvements will be seen within six weeks

The Indian Yoga Institute held a health awareness program in Amritsar. Ved Prakash Rathi emphasized yoga and a balanced diet for preventing lifestyle diseases like hypertension and diabetes. He highlighted yoga's benefits for physical and mental health, recommending a nutritious diet and the Institute's motto: 'Do Yoga, Stay Healthy.'

Public toilet facilities in the holy city are inadequate and poorly maintained, particularly in busy areas and markets, despite a large floating population. Existing toilets are often unhygienic, causing people to resort to open urination. The city has 46 public and community toilets, but many are in disrepair.

KD International School won the 5th RK Shingari Cup Open National Karate Championship in Amritsar. The school's students achieved remarkable success, securing 15 gold, 7 silver, and 5 bronze medals. School authorities honored the students for their outstanding performance.

Batala faces a severe gangsterism problem, exacerbated by turf wars between Jaggu Bhagwanpuria and Donny Bal, leading to extortion, violence, and fear. The city struggles with leakages and outdated policing methods. The new SSP faces a major challenge to restore order and end the city's crime problem.

To combat traffic congestion, ADCP Amandeep Kaur met with traffic officials, identifying choke points and instructing deployment. Enforcement against encroachments, modified vehicles, and traffic violations intensified. Shopkeepers were warned against illegal placements, facing action under BNSS Section 163.