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/

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

Advocate Ajayveer Singh Azad successfully cleared the All India Bar Examination (AIBE-21). Following his achievement, he visited Gurudwara 9th Patshahi Baba Bakala Sahib to offer prayers. He was honored with a Siropao by former MLA Jathedar Baljit Singh Jalal Usma and Manager Bhai Nishan Singh Jaffarwal. The community leaders praised the Gursikh youth for his significant professional achievement in the legal field. https://sanjhisoch.com/%E0%A8%90%E0%A8%A1%E0%A8%B5%E0%A8%B5%E0%A9%8B%E0%A8%95%E0%A9%87%E0%A8%9F-%E0%A8%85%E0%A8%9C%E0%A9%87%E0%A8%B5%E0%A9%80%E0%A8%B0-%E0%A8%B8%E0%A8%BF%E0%A9%B0%E0%A8%98-%E0%A8%86%E0%A8%9C%E0%A8%BC/

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/

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

Rajya Sabha MP Sant Balbir Singh Seechewal raised the issue of illegal encroachments on rivers and water resources in the Parliament. He demanded the immediate removal of these encroachments and strict adherence to NGT orders. Seechewal emphasized that the destruction of rivers disrupts the entire ecological balance and called for a mass movement to restore rivers to their natural state. https://www.rozanaspokesman.in/news/nation/050826/the-issue-of-river-conservation-resonated-in-the-rajya-sabha-sant-see.html

The 'Miri-Piri Khalsa March,' which started from Sri Akal Takht Sahib to promote the principles of Sikhism and panthic unity, concluded at Takht Sri Damdama Sahib in Talwandi Sabo. Jathedar Giani Kuldeep Singh and SGPC President Harjinder Singh Dhami addressed a massive gathering, stating that conspiracies to weaken Sikh institutions will never succeed. They emphasized that the Sikh community remains united under the leadership of Sri Akal Takht Sahib despite attempts by anti-panthic forces to create divisions. The 12-day march saw participation from lakhs of devotees across Majha and Malwa regions. https://punjab.news18.com/news/dharm/conspiracies-to-weaken-sikh-institutions-and-panthic-unity-will-never-succeed-giani-kuldeep-singh-gargajj-993034.html

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