Amritsar Youth Dies in Custody, Family Blocks Highway
A 23-year-old man from Amritsar died in police custody. His family blocked the Amritsar-Jalandhar highway, alleging torture. Authorities have initiated a probe.
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Amritsar Youth Dies in Custody, Family Blocks Highway
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.
20 Congress Workers Booked After Amritsar Clash with AAP
Police in Amritsar have registered a case against 20 Congress workers following a violent clash with AAP supporters. The incident occurred during a protest march on Thursday.
Two Drug Peddlers Held in Amritsar Police Raids
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.
Farm Fires Contribute Only 7% to Delhi's Nov Pollution
New CREA data shows stubble burning's share in Delhi's PM2.5 fell to 7% in Nov 2025 from 20% last year, highlighting year-round pollution sources. Read the full analysis.
Uttarakhand HC: State Failed to Implement Forest Fire Directives
Uttarakhand High Court expresses serious concern over the state's failure to implement court orders on forest fire prevention since 2021. Next hearing on Dec 10.
Amritsar Police Seize 274 gm Heroin, Arrest One
Amritsar Rural Police arrested a man and seized 274 grams of heroin near Chheharta. The operation highlights ongoing efforts to combat drug trafficking in Punjab. Read the full story.
ISRO Study: Farm Fire Data Misleading, Farmers Evade Satellites
A new ISRO study reveals official farm fire reduction claims may be misleading, as farmers are shifting burning times to evade satellite detection. Read the full analysis.
CAQM Orders Punjab, Haryana to Monitor Summer Stubble Burning
For the first time, CAQM directs Punjab and Haryana to monitor and prevent wheat stubble burning in summer, extending its pollution fight beyond the paddy season. Learn about the alarming fire counts and new action plans.
ISRO flags undercount in farm fire data, shift in burning time
An ISRO study reveals farmers in Punjab & Haryana are burning stubble later in the day to avoid satellite detection, leading to a potential undercount of incidents. Officials ramp up 24/7 ground vigil.
Makhan Singh Murder Case Shooter Injured in Verka Encounter
In a dramatic turn, the prime suspect in the Makhan Singh murder case was injured in a police encounter on Amritsar's Verka bypass. Key details on the shootout and the ongoing investigation.
Nambardar Gunned Down in Amritsar Over Land Row
A village headman (nambardar) was shot dead in Amritsar's Verka over a land dispute. The family accuses police of inaction. Read the full report on the tragic incident.
Amritsar Road Accident Claims 2 Lives, Injures 11
A devastating road mishap near Amritsar's Verka Chowk results in two fatalities and 11 injuries. Police investigation underway. Read the full report.
1 Dead, Many Hurt in Amritsar Bus-Tipper Crash
A tragic road accident in Amritsar's Kathunangal village leaves one dead and over a dozen injured after a bus and tipper collision. Police investigate as driver flees. Read the latest updates.
Jalandhar Farmers: Apply for Subsidised Farm Machinery by Dec 4
The Jalandhar Agriculture Department invites farmers to apply for subsidised farm machinery under the SMAM scheme. Deadline is December 4. Apply now to boost productivity!
Supreme Court Seeks Action on Year-Round Pollution Sources
The Supreme Court questioned the blame on stubble burning for Delhi's air pollution, directing governments to detail measures against vehicles, industries, and dust. The next hearing is on December 10.
Snatcher Gets 10-Year Rigorous Imprisonment in Amritsar
An Amritsar court has sentenced a snatcher to 10 years of rigorous imprisonment for stealing a gold chain. The swift conviction highlights strengthened law enforcement. Read the full details of the case.
Unidentified Body Found in Amritsar's Lopoke Area
Police in Amritsar recover an unidentified male body from a field in Lopoke. Investigation underway to determine identity and cause of death. Read for details.
Stubble Burning Drops 90% in Punjab, Haryana
Punjab and Haryana see an 80-90% drop in stubble burning. Central funds of Rs 3,120 crore for CRM machines drive the change. Read the full analysis of this environmental success story.
Punjab's 94% Farm Fire Reduction: A Success Story
Discover how Punjab achieved a 94% reduction in stubble burning through a multi-pronged strategy involving CRM machines, FIRs, and a circular economy. Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan plans to replicate this model nationwide.
Haryana farm fires drop 85% to lowest in 6 years
Haryana achieves dramatic 85% reduction in stubble burning with just 659 farm fire incidents, the lowest recorded in six years. Discover how districts transformed and the challenges ahead.
Amritsar Parking Crisis: Citizens Propose Solutions
Amritsar faces severe parking challenges. Residents suggest multi-level parking, better public transport, and stricter enforcement to ease congestion. Read expert opinions.
Punjab farm fires plummet 90%, season ends with 5,114 cases
Punjab's stubble burning season concludes with a dramatic 90% reduction in farm fires compared to 2022. Only 5,114 cases were reported this season, marking a major environmental victory. Read the full analysis.
Punjab Farm Fires Drop 53%: Just 4 Cases Reported
Punjab reports dramatic 53% decline in stubble burning cases compared to 2024. Only 4 farm fires recorded on Saturday as harvesting season ends. Read the complete district-wise analysis.
Hong Kong Tower Fire: Comparison to Global Building Blazes
The tragic Hong Kong building fire that killed 5 people raises urgent questions about fire safety in densely populated areas. Learn how it compares to other recent global tragedies.
674 Families Get PMAY Housing Approval in Amritsar
Municipal Corporation Amritsar distributes housing approval letters to 674 families under PMAY scheme. Beneficiaries to receive financial assistance for home construction.
Amritsar MLA Announces Rs 41 Crore Road Project
Amritsar MLA Ajay Gupta welcomes holy city tag, announces massive Rs 41 crore road development project to improve infrastructure and connectivity.
Punjab Govt Evicts Illegal Vendors in Amritsar
Punjab government directs immediate removal of illegal street vendors from religious and hospital zones in Amritsar following High Court proceedings. Six-month plan announced.
Garbage piles up at Pitex venue in Amritsar before expo
Massive garbage accumulation at Amritsar's Pitex expo venue sparks cleanup emergency. Municipal Corporation orders immediate action ahead of international trade fair.
Amazon fires worsen amid climate change crisis
Record global temperatures are making the Amazon increasingly combustible, creating years of environmental crisis. Learn how climate change is fueling this disaster and what it means for our planet.
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