Undertrial escapes custody in Amritsar, 5 cops booked
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.
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.
Uttarkashi municipality unanimously passes a resolution to declare the town a religious city. The proposal seeks a ban on meat and liquor shops and now heads to the state government for final approval.
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.
Punjab govt grants holy city status to Amritsar Walled City, Anandpur Sahib & Talwandi Sabo. Sale of meat, alcohol, tobacco now prohibited. Read details.
Ranchi faces a public health crisis as numerous meat shops flout hygiene laws, slaughtering animals in the open. The Jharkhand High Court has ordered immediate action. Read more.
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann announces a complete ban on the sale of meat and alcohol in Sri Anandpur Sahib, Sri Fatehgarh Sahib, and Sri Chamkaur Sahib. The decision, effective immediately, aims to uphold the sanctity of these historic sites.
A meat shop owner in Aligarh was brutally assaulted by a mob suspecting cow meat. Police have arrested two and filed an FIR against 19. Read the full details of the incident and investigation.
Love meat dishes but hate the long cooking time? Discover 7 simple, expert-approved tricks to cook chicken, mutton, and steaks faster and better in your own kitchen.
SGPC's Kiranjot Kaur accuses Punjab govt of 'brahmanising' Sikhs over Amritsar meat sale ban. She cites historical Jhatka rights as govt notification sparks religious debate. Read the full story.
Jharkhand High Court directs state to enforce central food safety regulations, banning open sale of meat. Next hearing on February 27, 2026. Read for details.
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.
A PGIMER study reveals oral bacteria adapt to break down nicotine, potentially lowering dependence. This finding could lead to new microbiome-based cessation strategies for India's smokeless tobacco challenge.
Gujarat govt bans storage & sale of tobacco rolling paper, citing toxic chemicals & rising youth drug abuse. Police conduct raids in Surat, Vadodara. Details inside.
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.
US President Donald Trump has added seven new countries to his controversial travel ban list. Find out which nations are affected and what it means for global travel.
The Trump administration doubles its travel restrictions, adding 20 countries and Palestinian Authority documents. Critics call it a discriminatory move disguised as national security. Details inside.
Gujarat government imposes a complete ban on the sale and storage of rolling papers and cones, citing severe health risks and youth drug abuse. Violators to face legal action under BNS.
Beatles legend Paul McCartney criticizes the EU's proposal to ban terms like 'veggie burger' for plant-based foods, calling it a setback for climate and consumer choice. Read more.
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.
Indian consumers, led by youth, are fueling a surge in demand for clean, portioned boneless meat, forcing a major shift in processing, pricing, and cold-chain logistics. Discover the drivers and challenges.
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.
Chandigarh shines with just 13.7% adult tobacco users, among India's top 5 lowest. National rate is 28.6%. Data reveals a promising decline in youth tobacco consumption nationwide.
RJD MP Sudhakar Singh opposes the Health Safety to National Security Cess Bill, 2025, demanding a complete ban on gutka and pan masala instead of a tax. He calls the bill a revenue-generating tactic.
Jalandhar's Mass Media Wing launches a major campaign to create tobacco-free youth. Learn about the awareness drive, health risks, and community action.
The Indian Parliament has approved a bill to impose excise duty on tobacco. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman addressed the Rajya Sabha, detailing the legislation's aspects and responding to queries. Read the full story.
Parliament has approved the Central Excise Amendment Bill, 2025, raising excise duty on tobacco products. The move aims to boost revenue and curb consumption. Read the full details and implications here.
Lok Sabha MPs shared personal battles to quit tobacco during a debate on the Central Excise (Amendment) Bill, 2025, which proposes a new tax structure on tobacco products.
The Lok Sabha has passed a crucial bill to amend excise duty rates on tobacco and its products. This legislative move aims to update the Central Excise Act, 1944. Read for details and implications.