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.
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.
TFPPS organized a crucial meeting in Sivaganga to educate goat herders on bonded and child labour laws. Officials discussed ongoing cases, highlighting payment irregularities. Read the full story.
Ten central trade unions call for a nationwide strike on February 12 demanding the rollback of four new labour codes. The protest also targets privatization and fuel price hikes.
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.
Dr BR Ambedkar State Institute of Medical Sciences, Mohali, launches a novel music therapy program in labour rooms to reduce anxiety and improve emotional well-being during childbirth. Learn about this innovative approach.
Tamil Nadu construction workers protest in Madurai, demanding repeal of four central labour laws they claim favour corporates and threaten worker rights, welfare boards, and job security. Read more.
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.
India's labour market grapples with deep-rooted gender disparities, the most persistent challenge according to experts. Explore the causes and potential solutions for inclusive growth.
Ludhiana district administration rescued 11 children from begging in a major drive under Project Jeevanjot 2.0. Officials vow to make city free from child exploitation. Report cases on helpline 1098.
Labour officials held an awareness programme at IOCL's Jharsuguda LPG plant on the four new labour codes. Learn how these reforms aim to simplify compliance and boost worker welfare.
Dharwad DC Divya Prabhu outlines a decade-long campaign to eradicate child marriage. Learn about the 100-day awareness drive and multi-departmental strategy to protect children.
Kerala govt forms 3-member legal panel to study Centre's labour codes, calls them anti-worker. Panel to submit report in a month. State vows constitutional fight.
A joint task force rescued 12 children from hazardous work at a Dharapur construction site. The minors, aged 8-14, are now safe in a shelter. Read how citizens can help stop child labour.
Bihar renames its Labour Resources Department, signaling a new focus on migrant workers. We explore if this administrative change can translate into real action for millions.
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.
The new VB-G RAM G Bill proposes a 60-day halt to rural work during peak farming seasons. We examine data on rural wages and female LFPR to see if MGNREGA truly caused farm labour shortages. Read the full analysis.
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.
Chamber of Industrial & Commercial Undertakings (CICU) organized a crucial session on India's new labour codes. Learn what experts said about compliance and impact on businesses in Ludhiana.
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.
Tamil Nadu's labour department has indefinitely postponed a crucial survey of inter-state migrant workers due to fears of political backlash. Officials warn this leaves policymakers in the dark.
Former Finance Secretary Subhash Chandra Garg argues India's new labour codes are not transformative. Their success hinges on effective execution, with deeper reforms for workers and entrepreneurs still pending. Read the analysis.
Amritsar faces severe parking challenges. Residents suggest multi-level parking, better public transport, and stricter enforcement to ease congestion. Read expert opinions.
Five years after Parliament passed new labour codes, implementation remains slow. While hailed as revolutionary, experts debate if these reforms represent true transformation or incremental progress.
Human Rights Commission of Pakistan warns new labour code may dismantle worker protections, extend work hours, and weaken unions. Urgent review demanded.