Amritsar Archives - Page 7 of 10

23 Aug

18-Year-Old Migrant Girl Found Dead Under Suspicious Circumstances in Amritsar

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAmritsar, Punjab News

National Times Bureau :- A shocking incident has emerged from Amritsar, where an 18-year-old migrant girl, identified as Geeta, was found dead under mysterious circumstances in a private residence where she had been working for the past two years. The incident has sparked outrage among her family members, who suspect foul play. According to the family, they received information about the tragic incident and rushed to the spot immediately. They alleged that the girl’s hands and feet bore burn marks, leading them to suspect that she might have been electrocuted before being hanged. Following the incident, the victim’s family staged…

22 Aug

Akali Dal President Giani Harpreet Singh Apologizes for Controversial Remark

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAmritsar, Gyani Harpreet Singh, Punjab News, Shromni akali dal

National Times Bureau :- Newly appointed Akali Dal president and former Jathedar Giani Harpreet Singh has issued an apology for a recent comment in which he used the example of a tailor, leading to discontent among members of the All India Kshatriya Tank Association. Speaking on social media, Singh said that representatives including Niranjan Singh Rakhra from Sri Muktsar Sahib, Hardeep Singh from Bathinda, and regional president Jagdeep Singh had met him to express their displeasure over his statement made in Amritsar Sahib. He stated, “If any words spoken by me have hurt anyone’s sentiments, I deeply regret it. I…

20 Aug

Amritsar – Gangster Injured in Police Encounter at Makboolpura, Pistol Recovered

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAmritsar, Punjab

National Times Bureau :- A gangster was injured in a police encounter at Makboolpura on Tuesday after he allegedly opened fire during a raid. According to police, the operation was carried out following a tip-off about illegal weapons in the area. During the search, the suspect tried to escape and fired at the police team. In retaliation, the police fired back, leaving him injured. A pistol was recovered from his possession. The injured gangster was immediately shifted to a nearby hospital for treatment. Police officials said further investigation is underway to trace his links with other criminal networks.

19 Aug

Giani Harpreet Singh Visits Veteran Akali Leader, Vows to Strengthen SAD

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAmritsar, Big news, Giani Harpreet Singh, Shromni akali dal, Top news

National Times Bureau :- Newly appointed president of the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD), Giani Harpreet Singh, on Monday visited the residence of senior Akali leader Dr. Rattan Singh Ajnala in Majha. Addressing a large gathering there, he called upon people to unite and work towards rebuilding and strengthening the party. Singh expressed gratitude to Dr. Ajnala for his long-standing commitment to the Akali Dal and said that all veteran Akali families who once contributed to the party’s rise would be brought back into its fold.“I am not here to become a sarpanch, MLA, or chief minister. My only mission is…

18 Aug

Rising Water Level in Ravi River: DC Sakshi Sahni Conducts On-Site Inspection

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAmritsar, Big news, Dc, Floods, Ravi river

National Times Bureau :- With the water level of the Ravi River continuing to rise, Deputy Commissioner Sakshi Sahni visited the site on Sunday to assess the situation. The DC reviewed precautionary measures being taken by the administration and directed officials to remain on high alert. She emphasized ensuring the safety of residents in low-lying areas and ordered the disaster management teams to be prepared for any emergency. The district administration has also appealed to people living near the riverbanks to stay vigilant and follow advisories issued from time to time.

15 Aug

Bomb Threat on Amritsar–Delhi Shatabdi Express Sparks Panic…..

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, PunjabAmritsar, Delhi, Express, Punjab News, Shatabdi

National Times Bureau :- Independence Day celebrations across the nation took an alarming turn when a bomb threat was reported on the Amritsar–Delhi Shatabdi Express. The train, which departed from Amritsar in the morning, was halted at Ambala station after authorities received the alert. Security Forces on High AlertFollowing the emergency stop, passengers were safely evacuated, and security agencies immediately began a thorough search of the train and passengers. The situation created a wave of fear and tension among travelers. Bomb disposal squads have been deployed, and the investigation is currently underway. Administration Urges CalmThe government and railway authorities have…

11 Aug

Rebel Akali Dal Faction Gathers in Amritsar to Elect New Leadership, Challenging Sukhbir Badal’s Grip

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPolitics, Punjab, TrendingAkali Dal, Amritsar

Amritsar: A major showdown in Punjab’s Sikh politics is set to unfold today as a breakaway faction of the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD), backed by the Akal Takht’s five-member Bharti Committee, convenes in Amritsar to choose a new party president for what they are calling the “revived” Akali Dal. The meeting, taking place at Burj Akali Phoola Singh, is being presented by dissidents as the rebirth of the “true” SAD — a direct challenge to the long-standing leadership of Sukhbir Singh Badal, who they accuse of leading the party into political decline and defying key religious directives from the Akal…

10 Aug

Giani Harpreet Singh Set to Become New President of Rebel Shiromani Akali Dal

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAmritsar, Giani Harpreet Singh, New president, Shromni akali dal, Top news

National Times Bureau :- Giani Harpreet Singh is likely to be appointed as the new president of the Shiromani Akali Dal (Rebel faction). Senior leaders have agreed to support him, and a final decision is expected in tomorrow’s committee meeting. Earlier, Giani Harpreet Singh had announced on social media that he was stepping back from the race and supported Bibi Satwant Kaur for the post. However, party leaders have now convinced him to accept the presidency. Bibi Satwant Kaur remains a key contender, but the party is expected to finalize the leadership soon.

09 Aug

Big news – Armed Attack on Former Akali Sarpanch’s Home in Amritsar

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAmritsar, Attack, Big news, Punjab, Sarpanch, Shromni akali dal

National Times Bureau :- Amritsar’s Ramnagar Colony, former Akali sarpanch Kamal Bengali’s house was attacked by armed assailants. During the assault, Kamal Bengali’s nephew was shot in the chest, while the attackers also used swords, glass bottles, and stones. The incident created panic in the area. Kamal Bengali said that he had been receiving extortion threats for some time, and once again, the attackers came to his home warning that if the money was not paid, there would be consequences. Kamal Bengali alleged that the attackers first came to target his son and tried to attack him with a sword.…

08 Aug

Amritsar Temple Scuffle Between Devotees and Priests Caught on CCTV, Sparks Outrage

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAmritsar, Fight, New model town, Punjab, Temple

National Times Bureau :- A scuffle broke out between devotees and priests at the Model Town Temple in Amritsar, with the entire incident being captured on the temple’s CCTV cameras. The footage of the altercation has since gone viral on social media, drawing widespread criticism from religious figures and temple authorities. According to sources, the confrontation began over a minor disagreement that quickly escalated. One of the visiting devotees allegedly attacked a priest during the dispute. When another priest attempted to intervene, he too was reportedly manhandled and slapped by the group of agitated devotees. The incident has drawn sharp…