Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 08:56am on 14 Aug 2026,Friday India
Shiromani Akali Dal chief Sukhbir Singh Badal has said he will not allow attempts to disturb Punjab’s peace following a kirpan attack on him at a gurdwara in Nanded, Maharashtra. Badal was attacked on August 13 while visiting Gurdwara Mata Sahib Deva Ji. Security personnel intervened, and he suffered an injury to his hand. The accused, identified as Nihang Sikh Jaspal Singh, was arrested, while police continue investigating the motive. Badal, after receiving medical treatment, said he was not afraid and suggested the incident was intended to create unrest in Punjab. Authorities are examining security lapses and the circumstances surrounding the attack. (PC: India Today)
