Illicit liquor tragedy in Punjab: six arrested, 14 dead, several hospitalised

May 13, 2025 11:46 AM

Illicit liquor tragedy in Punjab: six arrested, 14 dead, several hospitalised

In the aftermath of a tragic incident involving the consumption of spurious liquor in Punjab’s Majitha block, six individuals have been arrested in connection with the case that has claimed 14 lives and left six others hospitalised. The incident spans five villages under the Majitha block in Amritsar district, officials confirmed on Tuesday. Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of Police, Border Range, Satinder Singh, described the situation as “deeply unfortunate,” adding, “So far, six peopl...

Janmashtami celebrated across the country, stampede-like situation at Patna’s ISKCON Temple

September 16, 2024 3:57 PM

Janmashtami celebrated across the country, stampede-like situation at Patna’s ISKCON Temple

After the stampede-like situation occurred at the ISKCON Temple in Patna on the occasion of the Janmashtami festival, Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Rajeev Mishra said that no injuries have been reported and the police brought the situation under control quickly. "The situation is orderly. For half an hour, a huge number of devotees thronged the ISKCON Temple on the occasion of the Janmashtami festival. When the crowd increased, the number of security forces also increased. All senior of...