Harjinder Singh

On the 42nd anniversary of Operation Blue Star, Akal Takht officiating Jathedar Giani Kuldeep Singh Gargaj urged Sikhs abroad to maintain strong ties with Punjab and their heritage. He emphasized preserving ancestral land and roots to face future challenges. The event also saw pro-Khalistan slogans and criticism of a proposed act concerning Sikh religious institutions.

Amritsar police have dismantled a cross-border smuggling ring, arresting two individuals and seizing 2.225 kg of heroin, six pistols, and ammunition. Authorities revealed the accused were linked to international smugglers, receiving narcotics for distribution within Punjab. Investigations are ongoing to uncover the full extent of the network and apprehend other involved parties.

The Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) has condemned the killing of two Sikhs in Italy, calling it deeply disturbing. The victims, Rajinder Singh and Gurmeet Singh, were shot dead outside a Gurdwara in Covo, with Italian authorities investigating it as a "coldly planned execution" and urging swift action.