Category: Amritsar

The legacy of the Jallianwala Bagh Massacre continues to echo even after 106 years, as the family of martyr Lala Hari Ram Bahl from Amritsar is still fighting for official recognition and rightful benefits from the government. Lala Hari Ram Bahl was among the thousands who gathered at Jallianwala Bagh on April 13, 1919, during […]

A high-level review meeting was held at the District Administrative Complex to assess the welfare schemes being implemented for backward classes in Punjab and ensure that eligible beneficiaries receive maximum benefits from both state and central government programs. The meeting was chaired by Dr. Malkit Singh Theind, Chairman of the Punjab State Backward Classes Commission, […]

Lopoke: The Punjab government has announced a major expansion of sports infrastructure across the state, with Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema declaring that 6,000 new sports stadiums will be constructed to further promote sports culture among youth. The announcement was made during the inauguration of a kabaddi tournament held at Bhagat Meva Singh Lopoke Stadium […]

Amritsar: In a major enforcement action, the Amritsar Development Authority (ADA) carried out a demolition drive against illegal colonies being developed in villages Manawala and Rakh Jheeta along national highways and link roads. The action was taken under the supervision of Chief Administrator Nitesh Kumar Jain (IAS) and Additional Chief Administrator Inayat (PCS), following strict […]

Amritsar: The Ashoka Senior Secondary School has delivered an outstanding academic performance in the Class 8 (Middle) Examination 2026, continuing its tradition of excellent results. This year, two students from the school secured positions in the Punjab state merit list. Student Arshdeep Kaur achieved 97.9% marks, securing 13th rank in Punjab, while Vidhi scored 97.5% […]

Amritsar: A 26-year-old male patient suffering from IgA Nephropathy has been given a new lease on life following a successful kidney transplant at Livasa Hospital. Speaking at a press conference, Consultant Nephrologist and Transplant Physician Dr. Radhika Garg explained that IgA Nephropathy is a progressive kidney disorder characterized by symptoms such as blood in urine […]

Amritsar: Devotees across India and abroad celebrated the Prakash Purab (birth anniversary) of Guru Arjan Dev Ji with deep devotion and श्रद्धा. A special religious gathering was also organized at the Bibi Kaulan Ji Welfare Trust, where spiritual congregations (diwans) were held to mark the occasion. The event began with the recitation of Sri Japji […]

Amritsar: In a major push towards urban cleanliness and sustainable waste management, the Municipal Corporation Amritsar has launched several coordinated initiatives to improve sanitation and ensure a healthier urban environment across the city. Under the direction of the Municipal Commissioner, a robust system for 100% door-to-door waste collection has been implemented across all residential and […]

Amritsar: A devotee from Jalandhar, Inderjit Singh Golati, has expressed deep faith by donating ₹25 lakh for ongoing services at Sri Harmandir Sahib. He was honoured at the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) office by President Advocate Harjinder Singh Dhami, who presented him with a siropa (robe of honour) and a golden model of Sri […]

Amritsar: In a major breakthrough, Amritsar Police have arrested two accused involved in a theft at UPHC Bhagtawala and recovered several stolen items within hours of the incident. The case was registered under FIR No. 37 dated April 8, 2026, under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) at Police Station C-Division, Amritsar City. […]