MLK Day 2026: US Closures and Openings Guide
As Martin Luther King Jr Day approaches on January 19, 2026, learn which US services will close and which remain open. Banks, postal services, and markets will pause operations.
As Martin Luther King Jr Day approaches on January 19, 2026, learn which US services will close and which remain open. Banks, postal services, and markets will pause operations.
CBIC announces export incentive schemes like duty drawback, RoDTEP, and RoSCTL will now apply to postal shipments, boosting MSME competitiveness and cross-border e-commerce.
The government extends key export incentives to goods shipped via postal routes, easing compliance for small businesses and boosting e-commerce exports amid global trade uncertainty.
The CBIC extends export incentives for small-scale exporters through the postal benefit framework, empowering them with easier access to government support.
Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia announces revolutionary Speed Post 24 & 48 services in Pichhor, promising delivery within 24 & 48 hours. He also inaugurated postal infrastructure projects worth ₹1.13 crore.
Despite the cold, night shelters in Amritsar remain underutilized. Officials cite location and awareness as key issues. Discover the challenges and solutions.
A new post office opened at Lucknow University, offering Aadhaar, banking & doorstep services. It will soon become a 'Gen Z Post Office' with a library & cafe. Read more!
At 73, Sushil Mehra continues his passionate philately journey, collecting stamps and postal covers. He reveals how a whim became a lifelong hobby and the difference between a collector and a hoarder.
Discover why breakfast holds a sacred place in Amritsar's food culture. From hearty parathas to community bonding, explore the rituals that make the first meal special.
Amritsar's crucial radial roads project near the Golden Temple is set to begin, easing traffic and improving pilgrim access. Read about the plan and timeline.
Unidentified assailants fired shots at a chemist shop and a saloon in Amritsar's Green Avenue. Police are investigating the gang rivalry link. Read the latest updates.
Amritsar's new 'holy city' status for its walled area faces civic challenges like debris, stray dogs & traffic. Officials promise action. Will it become a model?
India Post transforms SVNIT campus post office into a vibrant, student-friendly hub with books, coffee, and graffiti. Discover Surat's first Next Generation post office initiative.
India Post unveils a youth-centric, tech-enabled N-GEN post office at IIM Ahmedabad, featuring Wi-Fi, a cafe, and student discounts. Discover how students co-designed this modern hub.
A controversy erupts in Amritsar as postal employees struggle to read Punjabi addresses, raising concerns over language rights and official apathy. Read the full story.
The declaration of Amritsar's walled city as a 'holy city' has sparked light-hearted family debates about identity. Residents inside joke about being 'holy,' teasing relatives outside. Explore how policy shapes social bonds.
A young man was shot dead and his brother injured in a targeted attack in Amritsar's Bal Kalan village. Police are investigating the motive behind the brutal firing incident.
Amritsar gears up for major infrastructure and civic upgrades in 2024-25. Discover the new projects, funding details, and promises shaping the holy city's future. Read more.
The recent ban on liquor, meat, and tobacco in Amritsar's walled city has residents and traders protesting, citing threats to personal freedom and livelihoods. Read more about the controversy.
As temperatures drop, Amritsar's homeless population faces a harsh winter. The Tribune's Open House forum demands urgent action from the district administration for adequate shelter and aid. What steps will be taken?
A CBI court in Bhopal convicts a former postal assistant for siphoning Rs 13.85 lakh from customer accounts in Gwalior. Read the full details of the fraud and sentencing.
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.
A special Air India flight repatriated 233 Indian nationals from the US to Amritsar. The operation highlights ongoing efforts to assist citizens abroad. Read more.
Yavatmal postal officials raided a postman's home, recovering sacks of undelivered mail including legal notices and bank documents. The scandal erupted after a senior advocate's complaint.
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.
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.