Punjab's Chief Information Commissioner has directed a high-level inquiry into the Amritsar Municipal Corporation's failure to trace records for a major commercial complex, raising serious RTI and accountability concerns.
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.
Amritsar citizens demand action as banned Chinese kite strings are still sold openly, posing a deadly threat to humans and birds. Read the full report.
Punjab CIC flags serious lapses in Amritsar MC's record management & RTI compliance. Detailed enquiry ordered into missing files of prominent commercial complex. Read the full story.
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.
Congress workers in Amritsar staged a fiery protest against the GNCTD (Amendment) Bill, burning an effigy of PM Modi. They allege the bill undermines Delhi's elected government.
Amritsar police arrested accused Chandan Sharma after an encounter in Kot Khalsa. He is linked to multiple firing incidents and was found with a banned Turkish pistol. Read the full details.
The Vasai Virar City Municipal Corporation (VVCMC) has initiated a process to cut 10% of its contractual staff to reduce costs. Departments must submit detailed reports by December 17.
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.
Amritsar health authorities launch a targeted vaccination drive for children and pregnant women. Learn about the schedule, vaccines offered, and key health benefits.
Amritsar police solved a shooting and extortion case on Fatehgarh Churian Road, arresting three. The main accused was shot in the leg after firing at police. Read the full story.
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.
Ranchi traffic police to get 10 new camps with toilets & rest areas via IOC's CSR. First post ready at Sujata Chowk. Plan aims to aid personnel, especially women constables.
The family of a murdered youth in Amritsar alleges threats from gangsters, demanding case transfer to Punjab Police. Read the shocking details and police response.
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.
MVA alliance finalises seat-sharing for Kolhapur polls with Congress as senior partner. BJP-led Mahayuti also gears up for civic battles in Sangli and Ichalkaranji. Key details inside.
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.
Amritsar Municipal Corporation enhances city sanitation by deploying 30 new mini tippers for efficient door-to-door waste collection. Learn how this initiative aims to improve cleanliness and public health.
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.
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.
The first elections in demerged Phursungi-Uruli Devachi fuel calls for a dedicated civic body for Pune's east. Experts & politicians cite PMC's overstretched limits & poor amenities. Read more.
Amritsar Municipal Corporation takes action against illegal construction, partially demolishing three buildings in Guru Nanak Pura. Details on the crackdown and future plans.
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.