Category: Amritsar

In a push to advance the investigation into the serious case involving 328 sacred swaroops (holy scriptures), Punjab government-constituted Special Investigation Team (SIT) head AIG Vigilance Jagatpreet Singh visited the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) head office today. The probe into this emotionally charged matter—deeply tied to Sikh sentiments—began here, drawing statewide attention. Reports indicate […]

Lohri festivities turned tragic late Tuesday night in Gali Chur Singh at Mana Singh Chowk when a massive fire broke out in a residential house. In this heartbreaking incident, 85-year-old Khazan Singh was charred to death, while 30-year-old disabled woman Navdeep Kaur succumbed to severe burns. A wave of grief swept through the neighborhood following […]

A shocking murder unfolded in Amritsar when Tarn Taran’s Aam Aadmi Party Sarpanch Jarmal Singh was shot dead by armed assailants during a marriage ceremony at a local marriage palace. The victim, attending the wedding event, suffered fatal headshots from the attackers who fled; he was rushed to the hospital in critical condition but succumbed […]

Punjab Vidhan Sabha Speaker Kultar Singh Sandhwan began 2026 by paying obeisance at Sachkhand Sri Darbar Sahib, praying for Sarbat da Bhala, state progress, peace, and communal harmony. He extended New Year greetings to all Punjabis, expressing hope that Guru Sahib’s grace strengthens brotherhood and propels the state forward. Update on 328 Saroops Case Sandhwan […]

Through vibrant colors, bright smiles, and innocent hands, Amritsar artist Jagjot Singh Rubal spreads joyful New Year messages. In a heartwarming celebration, Jagjot Singh Rubal painted beautiful face and hand designs on children, ushering in 2026 with creativity and cheer. These artistic touches hide messages of hope, peace, happiness, and fresh dreams—turning art into a […]

Amritsar, December 30, 2025 – Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) President Advocate Harjinder Singh Dhami accused the Punjab government of political interference after an FIR was filed in the case of 328 sacred Swaroops of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji, despite the government itself acknowledging SGPC’s authority in court. Addressing a press conference, Dhami highlighted that […]

Amritsar Commissionerate Police achieved a major breakthrough against drug trafficking by dismantling an international narcotics network operated by Pakistani handlers, arresting 7 young men and seizing 4.75 kg heroin, 1 kg methamphetamine (ice drug), and a 9mm Glock pistol. Police Commissioner Gurpreet Singh Bhullar revealed during a press conference that the drugs were smuggled from […]

The Gurpurab of Dasam Pita, Sarbans Dani Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji Maharaj, is being observed today with profound devotion and respect at Sri Harmandir Sahib, as devotees from across India and abroad bow their heads and offer prayers for the well-being of all. The atmosphere around the shrine is spiritually charged, with continuous Gurbani […]

The birth anniversary of the tenth Sikh Guru, Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji, is being observed today with great devotion and reverence across Punjab and in Sikh communities worldwide. Gurdwaras have been beautifully decorated, and large numbers of devotees are taking part in Akhand Paath, kirtan and ardas to mark the sacred occasion. From the […]

Dense fog and poor weather conditions severely disrupted air traffic at Sri Guru Ram Das Ji International Airport in Amritsar, leading to multiple flight diversions and delays and causing major inconvenience to passengers. According to airport sources, an Air India Express flight (IX-192) scheduled to arrive from Dubai at around 1 a.m. was diverted to […]