Amritsar

An explosion occurred near Naushera village in Amritsar, injuring one person. Authorities suspect the individual was handling explosives and the FSL is investigating. Separately, BSF recovered a drone and heroin packets along the Punjab border.

Shiromani Akali Dal councillor Harjinder Singh was shot dead in Amritsar by bike-borne assailants. His family alleges prior threats were ignored. SAD leaders blame the AAP government for failing to act and protect him.

The Border Security Force (BSF) has announced the resumption of ceremonial evening retreat at all three Joint Check Posts (JCPs) along the Punjab frontier, starting Tuesday.

During the Op Sindoor the Golden Temple management allowed the Indian Army to deploy air defence guns within the shrine to counter potential drone and missile threats from Pakistan.

At least 14 people have died in five Amritsar villages after consuming spurious liquor. Police have arrested five people, and a case has been filed. Punjab has seen similar tragedies in recent years.

An IndiGo flight reportedly returned to Delhi due to blackout SOP and suspected Pakistani drone activity in Amritsar, Punjab.

Security was increased at Amritsar's Sri Guru Ram Das Jee International Airport on Sunday after access to the gurdwara was restricted due to safety concerns. Authorities confirmed no drone activity and urged the public to ignore misinformation.

Amid easing tensions, locals in Amritsar, Ferozepur, Pathankot, and Barmer reported normalcy and expressed faith in the Army. No drone attacks or shelling occurred overnight; public life and services resumed without panic.

Earlier, at 4:39 am, the District Collector had also advised residents to keep lights off and avoid going near windows, roads, balconies, or terraces.

Punjab Police arrested two persons for their alleged role in leaking sensitive information and photographs of army cantonment areas and air bases in Amritsar.