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Punjab: ASI shot dead, 2nd attack on a cop within a week

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What happened

An Assistant Sub-Inspector of Punjab Police was fatally shot while on patrol.

Unidentified assailants opened fire on ASI Harjit Singh near Bhagtawala Grain Market.

The Chief Minister announced an ex-gratia payment of one crore rupees for the family.

Key facts

  • Reported by Times of India and published Fri, 18 Sep 2026 05:05:09 UTC.

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