In a joint operation, the Border Security Force and Punjab Police seized a significant cache of arms and ammunition from Bharopal village in Amritsar district. The recovered items included two hand grenades, three pistols with six magazines, and 50 live rounds. A BSF official highlighted that this coordinated effort averted a potential major terror incident.

The Election Commission of India is enhancing the electoral process through three major initiatives. These include electronic acquisition of death registration data for prompt deletion of deceased voters, a redesigned Voter Information Slip for improved user experience, and standard photo identity cards for Booth Level Officers to boost voter outreach and confidence.

Expressing concern over the increasing friction between institutions, Dhankhar said all constitutional bodies must perform their roles with due responsibility and mutual respect.