Punjab government begins relocating liquor and meat kiosks from Amritsar's historic Walled City. The move aims to preserve the sanctity of the holy city. Read more about the new policy and its impact.
Punjab reports a significant 53% reduction in stubble burning incidents this paddy season. Discover the key strategies behind this environmental success story and its impact on air quality.
Amritsar Municipal Corporation initiates the relocation of liquor and meat shops from the historic Walled City to new commercial complexes. Learn about the plan and its impact.
Amritsar Police arrested two individuals and recovered 504 grams of heroin near the Golden Temple. The operation highlights ongoing efforts to combat drug trafficking in Punjab.
The massive Bhagtanwala landfill in Amritsar is on fire, releasing toxic smoke and causing a severe health hazard for residents. Authorities face criticism for inaction. Read more.
STIHL India highlights its advanced power tools for agriculture at the Kisan Agri Show Pune 2025, focusing on enhancing farmer productivity with modern equipment. Discover the latest innovations.
An undertrial prisoner escaped from police custody in Amritsar. Five personnel, including an ASI, have been booked for negligence. Details on the manhunt and investigation inside.
A student was shot in Amritsar after a clash between Class XI and XII students escalated. Police are investigating the incident, which was captured on CCTV. Read the full details.
A 22-year-old man was killed after his scooter collided with a BRTS pillar in Amritsar amid dense fog and alleged safety failures. Read about the recurring dangers on this corridor.
Amritsar police thwart a daring robbery attempt at a medical store where the accused used a toy pistol. Two arrested, investigation ongoing. Read the full story.
Guru Nanak Dev University Model School in Amritsar organized educational contests in science, math, and more for students from Classes VI to XII, promoting holistic learning and talent recognition.
After Punjab govt declares Amritsar's walled city 'holy', the administration faces hurdles like debris, stray dogs & traffic to make it a reality. Key stakeholders discuss solutions.
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann questions BJP's narrative on Delhi's pollution, citing a 70-80% drop in farm fires. He calls it a political blame game. Read his full argument.
Amritsar's Khassa and Verpal villages hold fresh elections today after previous polls were cancelled due to major errors in the voter lists. Get the latest updates.
A 23-year-old man from Amritsar died in police custody. His family blocked the Amritsar-Jalandhar highway, alleging torture. Authorities have initiated a probe.
A 22-year-old man from Amritsar dies in police custody. His family blocks the Amritsar-Jalandhar highway, alleging torture. Police claim he was arrested for theft and died from a drug overdose.
Police in Amritsar have registered a case against 20 Congress workers following a violent clash with AAP supporters. The incident occurred during a protest march on Thursday.
Amritsar police arrested two drug peddlers in separate raids, seizing heroin and cash. The crackdown is part of ongoing efforts to combat the drug menace in Punjab. Read the full details.
New CREA data shows stubble burning's share in Delhi's PM2.5 fell to 7% in Nov 2025 from 20% last year, highlighting year-round pollution sources. Read the full analysis.
Uttarakhand High Court expresses serious concern over the state's failure to implement court orders on forest fire prevention since 2021. Next hearing on Dec 10.
Amritsar Rural Police arrested a man and seized 274 grams of heroin near Chheharta. The operation highlights ongoing efforts to combat drug trafficking in Punjab. Read the full story.
A new ISRO study reveals official farm fire reduction claims may be misleading, as farmers are shifting burning times to evade satellite detection. Read the full analysis.
For the first time, CAQM directs Punjab and Haryana to monitor and prevent wheat stubble burning in summer, extending its pollution fight beyond the paddy season. Learn about the alarming fire counts and new action plans.
An ISRO study reveals farmers in Punjab & Haryana are burning stubble later in the day to avoid satellite detection, leading to a potential undercount of incidents. Officials ramp up 24/7 ground vigil.
In a dramatic turn, the prime suspect in the Makhan Singh murder case was injured in a police encounter on Amritsar's Verka bypass. Key details on the shootout and the ongoing investigation.
A village headman (nambardar) was shot dead in Amritsar's Verka over a land dispute. The family accuses police of inaction. Read the full report on the tragic incident.
A devastating road mishap near Amritsar's Verka Chowk results in two fatalities and 11 injuries. Police investigation underway. Read the full report.
A tragic road accident in Amritsar's Kathunangal village leaves one dead and over a dozen injured after a bus and tipper collision. Police investigate as driver flees. Read the latest updates.
The Jalandhar Agriculture Department invites farmers to apply for subsidised farm machinery under the SMAM scheme. Deadline is December 4. Apply now to boost productivity!
The Supreme Court questioned the blame on stubble burning for Delhi's air pollution, directing governments to detail measures against vehicles, industries, and dust. The next hearing is on December 10.