The central government is expected to make a significant decision regarding the 8th Pay Commission and Dearness Allowance (DA). This move is set to benefit millions of central government employees and pensioners by potentially increasing their salaries and monthly allowances. The update brings hope for a new pay structure that could enhance the basic pay and overall financial benefits for the workforce. https://punjab.news18.com/videos/business/big-decision-on-da-good-news-for-crores-of-employees-da-hike-update-992670.html

A panel formed by Akal Takht regarding the 'Jagat Jot Sri Guru Granth Sahib Satkar (Amendment) Act, 2026' has demanded a compliance report from the Punjab government on the June 29 orders. The panel, including retired justices and scholars, stated that the government's previous response failed to address concerns about interference in Sikh religious matters. They criticized the government for not forming its own panel yet and for its non-constructive approach toward resolving sacrilege issues. https://www.punjabitribuneonline.com/news/amritsar/akal-takht-formed-panel-seeks-compliance-report-on-june-29-orders-before-further-talks-with-punjab-government/

On the occasion of the birth anniversary of the eighth Sikh Guru, Sri Guru Harkrishan Sahib Ji, devotees gathered in large numbers at Sri Harmandir Sahib, Amritsar. Pilgrims from Punjab and abroad took a holy dip in the sarovar and listened to Gurbani Kirtan. Manager Gurinder Singh congratulated the community and highlighted the Guru's teachings of service and humility. Special illuminations and fireworks (Deepmala) are scheduled at the temple for tonight. https://www.rozanaspokesman.in/news/punjab/070826/guru-har-krishan-sahib-ji-prakash-purab.html

The Parkash Gurpurab of the eighth Sikh Guru, Sri Guru Harkrishan Sahib Ji, is being celebrated with great devotion at Sri Darbar Sahib, Amritsar. Lakhs of devotees from India and abroad are visiting to offer prayers and take a holy dip in the Sarovar. Special lighting (Deepmala) and fireworks are scheduled for the evening at the Golden Temple and Sri Akal Takht Sahib to mark the occasion. https://punjabi.newsd5.in/%E0%A8%85%E0%A9%B1%E0%A8%A0%E0%A8%B5%E0%A9%87%E0%A8%82-%E0%A8%AA%E0%A8%BE%E0%A8%A4%E0%A8%B8%E0%A8%BC%E0%A8%BE%E0%A8%B9-%E0%A8%B8%E0%A9%8D%E0%A8%B0%E0%A9%80-%E0%A8%97%E0%A9%81%E0%A8%B0%E0%A9%82/

Gursimran Singh Mand was attacked and his vehicle was vandalized by a crowd at Gurdwara Panjokhra Sahib in Ambala, Haryana. Mand, known for speaking against hardliners, stated he was attacked after paying obeisance. He claimed that he had received threats from associates of Pakistan-based gangster Shahzad Bhatti and had previously complained to both Ludhiana and Haryana police, but no action was taken. https://www.rozanaspokesman.in/news/haryana/070826/gursimran-singh-mand-attacked-in-haryana.html

The birth anniversary of the eighth Sikh Guru, Sri Guru Harkrishan Sahib Ji, was celebrated with religious fervor at Sachkhand Sri Harmandir Sahib in Amritsar. Devotees illuminated the periphery of the holy sarovar with thousands of oil lamps, creating a spiritual atmosphere. Following the Rehras Sahib prayers, a magnificent fireworks display took place, attracting thousands of visitors who prayed for the well-being of all humanity. https://www.etvbharat.com/pa/videos/miraculous-lamp-garland-and-fireworks-at-sachkhand-sri-harmandir-sahib-on-the-occasion-of-the-birth-anniversary-of-sri-guru-harkrishan-sahib-ji-pbs26080708078

An expert committee formed by Sri Akal Takht Sahib has asked the Punjab government to submit a compliance report on the June 29, 2026 orders regarding the Sri Guru Granth Sahib Satkar (Amendment) Act. In its first meeting, the committee, including retired judges and Sikh scholars, expressed dissatisfaction with the government's response, stating it fails to address concerns about interference in Sikh religious affairs. The committee criticized the government for delaying the process and failing to form its own committee for discussion on the sensitive issue of sacrilege. https://www.ptcnews.tv/news-in-punjabi/akal-takht-sahib-expert-committee-seeks-compliance-report-on-june-29-orders-of-jathedar-akal-takht-sahib-before-holding-talks-with-punjab-government-4427876

MLA Balwinder Singh Dhaliwal protested during the Punjab Assembly session against the AAP government's failure to provide justice in the sacrilege cases. He accused the Mann government of shifting cases like Behbal Kalan and Bargari outside Punjab. Dhaliwal stated that despite pre-election promises, no action has been taken against the culprits in four and a half years. He demanded a status report on the investigation be presented in the assembly and called for swift legal action. https://www.rozanaspokesman.in/news/punjab/060826/not-getting-justice-in-sacrilege-cases-is-the-biggest-failure-of-the-m.html

Shiromani Akali Dal President Sukhbir Singh Badal distributed 200 quintals of wheat to 17 farmer families in Fatehgarh Sahib whose crops were destroyed by fire three months ago. Each family received 5 quintals of wheat. During the event, Badal criticized the AAP government for failing to provide compensation for crop losses due to fire, hailstorms, or floods. He emphasized that SAD has always stood by farmers, citing previous distributions of 600 quintals in Muktsar and 300 quintals in Malot to affected farmers. The farmers thanked Badal while expressing disappointment over the government's inaction. https://punjabi.newsd5.in/%E0%A8%B8%E0%A9%81%E0%A8%96%E0%A8%AC%E0%A9%80%E0%A8%B0-%E0%A8%B8%E0%A8%BF%E0%A9%B0%E0%A8%98-%E0%A8%AC%E0%A8%BE%E0%A8%A6%E0%A8%B2-%E0%A8%A8%E0%A9%87-17-%E0%A8%95%E0%A8%BF%E0%A8%B8%E0%A8%BE%E0%A8%A8/

The Punjab and Haryana High Court has ruled that the constitutional right of Sikhs to carry a Kirpan under Article 25 cannot be misused for committing crimes. The court clarified that if a Kirpan is used to attack someone, the accused cannot escape the Arms Act by citing religious rights. This decision came after a lower court in Kurukshetra had dropped Arms Act charges in an assault case, labeling the Kirpan solely as a religious symbol. The High Court overturned this, emphasizing that religious freedom does not permit criminal acts. https://punjabi.newsd5.in/%E0%A8%95%E0%A9%8D%E0%A8%B0%E0%A8%BF%E0%A8%AA%E0%A8%BE%E0%A8%A8-%E0%A8%A8%E0%A8%BE%E0%A8%B2-%E0%A8%B9%E0%A8%AE%E0%A8%B2%E0%A8%BE-%E0%A8%95%E0%A8%B0%E0%A8%A8-%E0%A8%B5%E0%A8%BE%E0%A8%B2%E0%A9%87/