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Time of India
07-08-2025
- Time of India
'Repeatedly punched and kicked': 2 Punjab commandos assault journalist; suspended
BATALA : A disturbing video has emerged showing two Punjab Police commandos brutally assaulting a journalist in broad daylight on a busy street in Batala. The incident, which has sparked outrage, was caught on camera and widely circulated on social media. In the 2-minute 16-second clip, two men—one in police uniform and the other in civilian clothes—are seen repeatedly punching and kicking a man, identified as journalist Balwinder Singh. The assault takes place in full public view, with bystanders watching helplessly. During the assault, Balwinder collapses into a water-filled pothole and lies motionless as the attackers walk away. Shockingly, the man in civilian clothing returns to kick the victim again. Moments later, the uniformed officer also returns, seemingly to check on the victim, before walking away. Singh remains motionless on the road while passersby continue to look on. Eventually, a group of locals rushes to his aid, but the journalist appears unresponsive. Senior Superintendent of Police, Batala, Suhail Qasim Mir, said that the two attackers have been identified as Sub-Inspectors Mandeep Singh and Surjit, from the 5th Battalion of the Punjab Police Commandos, stationed in Bathinda. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Switch to UnionBank Rewards Card UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo He added that they had been deployed to Batala for law and order duty in wake of Independence Day. Suhail said that the incident occurred on August 1, but the video went viral on Wednesday. Based on the victim's statement, the police took cognizance of the matter and registered an FIR on August 2 under the relevant sections. He further informed that the commander of the battalion has also been informed to initiate disciplinary action. Providing further details, Sanjiv Kumar, Deputy Superintendent of Police, Batala City, said that preliminary investigations revealed the two officers were staying at a hotel in Batala during their deployment. It was there that journalist Balwinder approached them and asked some questions—reportedly in connection with their presence . The exact nature of the conversation remains under investigation, but it appears that the line of questioning did not sit well with the officers which led to the heated exchange, the situation escalated, and the two sub-inspectors allegedly assaulted the journalist. Meanwhile, both the officers have been suspended, said Sanjiv.
Time of India
31-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Denied rites at gurdwara after mother's death, says Sikh family in Germany
Amritsar: A Sikh family has alleged that Gurdwara Singh Sabha in Singen, Germany, refused them the right to perform Bhog and Antim Ardas there after the death of their mother. The grieving family has approached Akal Takht, seeking the intervention of the Jathedar, even as the Singen gurdwara management said that the family was stopped from entering the gurdwara on the directions of local police. The controversy has sent shockwaves through the Sikh diaspora. Balwinder Singh, a resident of Singen for over four decades, said that brothers Daljit Singh and Paramjit Singh approached the local gurdwara to hold the Antim Ardas and Bhog ceremony for their mother, but the management denied them. The letter, written by the 'entire Sikh sangat' of Singen, says, "Regrettably, due to personal grudges, the current gurdwara committee denied permission to hold this religious ceremony. This decision is not only unjust and against Sikh values, but also a clear violation of Sikh Rehat Maryada (Sikh code of religious conduct) and Gurmat principles." Balwinder Singh said that the sangat spoke with the gurdwara management committee and asked them to reconsider, reminding them of the core Sikh values of compassion and inclusion. "But the committee didn't listen or show any intention to resolve the issue with understanding or care," he alleged. Davinder Singh, president of Gurdwara Singh Sabha, Singen, told TOI that the management committee stopped the family from holding the ceremony on directions from the local police. He claimed that the persons involved had previously clashed with members of the sangat and caused disturbances, prompting police to advise the management not to allow them entry to the gurdwara. Balwinder Singh said that the family brought a granthi from another Gurdwara, nearly 150km away, to perform the Antim Ardas and Bhog. "We have now requested the Jathedar of Akal Takht to investigate the incident, summon the gurdwara management to the Akal Takht, and deliver justice," he said. MSID:: 123016954 413 |
Time of India
31-07-2025
- Time of India
Sikh family in Germany denied right to perform their mother's final rites at Gurdwara; approaches Akal Takht
AMRITSAR: A Gurdwara in Germany's Singen, has allegedly denied a local Sikh family the right to perform Bhog and Antim Ardas following their mother's death, sparking concern among the Sikh diaspora. The grieving family has approached the Akal Takht, seeking intervention from the Jathedar. However, the Gurdwara management claimed that the family was barred from entry following directions from local police. Balwinder Singh, a long-time resident of Singen, said that Daljit Singh and Paramjit Singh lost their mother recently and approached the Gurdwara to conduct the final rites. However, their request was refused by the Gurdwara committee. In a letter reportedly written by the "entire Sikh sangat" of Singen, it was stated, 'Regrettably, due to personal grudges, the current Gurdwara committee denied permission for this religious ceremony. This decision is not only unjust and against Sikh values but also a clear violation of the Sikh Rehat Maryada and Gurmat principles.' The sangat said they had urged the Gurdwara committee to reconsider the decision, reminding them that the Guru's house is open to all and highlighting the Sikh values of compassion and inclusion. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Up to 70% off | Libas Purple Days Sale Libas Undo 'But the committee didn't listen or show any intention to resolve the issue with understanding or care,' Balwinder alleged. When contacted, Davinder Singh, President of Gurdwara Singh Sabha, Singen, claimed that the management acted on advice from local police. He alleged that the individuals involved had previously clashed with members of the sangat, causing disturbances. As a result, the police reportedly advised the Gurdwara not to permit them entry. Meanwhile, Balwinder said the family eventually brought a granthi from another Gurdwara nearly 150 kilometres away to perform the rites. 'We have now requested the Jathedar of Akal Takht to investigate the incident, summon the Gurdwara management, and ensure justice is delivered,' he added.
Time of India
13-07-2025
- Time of India
Peddler gets 10 yrs in prison for keeping over 1kg heroin
Ludhiana: A special court here recently sentenced a drug peddler to 10 years of rigorous imprisonment for possession of 1.54kg of heroin. Judge Saru Mehta Kaushik also imposed a fine of Rs 1 lakh on the convict, failing to pay which he will have to undergo two more years of rigorous imprisonment. The convict, Balwinder Singh of Panipat, currently resides at Mohalla New Janta Nagar here. On Feb 25, 2022, he was booked under the NDPS Act for possession of contraband by STF Phase IV Mohali police station. Inspector Harbans Singh was patrolling New Krishna Colony near Transport Nagar when he was tipped off about the accused, aged 27 then. Accompanying inspector Singh were SI Naresh Kumar and ASI Munish Riat. During checking, police saw Balwinder coming on a motorcycle. Though they signalled him to stop, he tried to flee. But police apprehended him and recovered heroin from his bag. He was subsequently arrested. After completing the investigation in the case, police presented a charge-sheet against the accused in court. During the trial of the case, the accused pleaded false implication. The counsel for the accused contended that no independent witness was joined by the investigating officer, therefore, it makes the prosecution story doubtful. The court, after appreciating the evidence in the case, observed that once the testimony of police officers is worthy of credit and not suffering from any malice, no benefit can be given to the accused due to the non-joining of any independent witness by the investigating officer. The court also observed that no doubt, the witnesses examined by the prosecution are official witnesses, yet, there is not an iota of evidence of enmity inter-se the accused and the witnesses examined by the prosecution. Therefore, on the mere ground that PWs (prosecution witnesses) examined by the prosecution are police officers, their testimony cannot be discarded outrightly. The court further observed that the prosecution witnesses withstood a lengthy cross-examination, but nothing material therefrom could be extracted which could falsify the recovery of 1kg and 540 gm of heroin from accused Balwinder Singh.
Hindustan Times
10-07-2025
- Hindustan Times
3 nihangs arrested for kirpan attack in Mullanpur
Three Nihangs were arrested for allegedly assaulting a group of youths with kirpans (swords) in Mullanpur Garibdas on Sunday. As per the police two of the accused were arrested within 24 hours while the third was nabbed on Tuesday. A case under Sections 109 (attempt to murder), 311 (robbery), and 3(5) (criminal act) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita was registered against the accused, identified as Balwinder Singh and Aakash Singh of Fatehgarh Sahib, and Satnam Singh of Ropar. (HT File) According to police, the victims, Amritpal Singh of Sunny Enclave, his two friends and fiancee were travelling in a car when three Nihangs on a motorcycle (PB 27 B 1739) intercepted them near Santtek area. The attackers, whose faces were covered, allegedly blocked the vehicle, assaulted the group with kirpans, snatched Amritpal's mobile phone, and tried to take his car keys. A case under Sections 109 (attempt to murder), 311 (robbery), and 3(5) (criminal act) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita was registered against the accused, identified as Balwinder Singh and Aakash Singh of Fatehgarh Sahib, and Satnam Singh of Ropar. Mullanpur SP Mohit Aggarwal said, 'We have recovered the kirpan and motorcycle used in the offence. Strict action is being taken as per law.'
