An Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) of the Punjab Police, Harjit Singh, is shot dead while on duty near the Bhagtawala grain market in Amritsar. Police say unidentified assailants open fire on him near the market and he is later declared brought dead after being taken to a nearby hospital.
Officials quoted by outlets say the attack happens around 3 a.m. and involve two motorcycle-borne men firing multiple bullets from close range. The Times of India notes that this killing follows recent attacks on police personnel in Punjab, and reports that investigations are underway to identify those responsible. Free Press Journal similarly reports the details of the attack and states that the ASI is a resident of Tarn Taran district.
Across the coverage, the main differing emphasis is framing: one outlet highlights the broader pattern of attacks on police within the week, while another focuses on the specific circumstances of the incident at Bhagtawala market. Both report an ex-gratia announcement by Punjab’s chief minister for the bereaved family.
