Gurpreet Singh

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Bhagwant Mann Government Delivers Canal Water to Kandi Heights via Rs 214 Crore Kathgarh Scheme
19 Mar

Bhagwant Mann Government Delivers Canal Water to Kandi Heights via Rs 214 Crore Kathgarh Scheme

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , , ,
Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Asserting that all guarantees are being fulfilled without discrimination, Punjab Water Resources and Soil and Water Conservation Minister Barinder Kumar Goyal said the Bhagwant Mann-led government is delivering on its promises across sectors. The Bhagwant Mann-led Punjab government has achieved a major irrigation breakthrough in the long-neglected Kandi belt, turning difficult terrain into cultivable opportunity. With the ₹214 crore Kathgarh Lift Irrigation Scheme bringing canal water to higher altitudes for the first time, he emphasised the AAP government's pro-farmer schemes, highlighting higher water utilisation, large-scale infrastructure investment and a long-term vision linking farmer relief with economic transformation.…
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98-Year-Old Woman Receives Cashless Cancer Treatment Under Punjab’s Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna
19 Mar

98-Year-Old Woman Receives Cashless Cancer Treatment Under Punjab’s Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , ,
Moga (Gurpreet Singh): Reinforcing its commitment to accessible and dignified healthcare, the Punjab Government under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann continues to ensure that even the most vulnerable citizens receive timely medical treatment without financial burden, with a 98-year-old woman in Moga benefiting from cashless cancer care under the Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna. Mukhtiar Kaur, one of the oldest beneficiaries of the scheme, underwent specialised treatment including chemotherapy-related care, fully covered under the Sehat Card. At an advanced age where continuous medical support is critical, the availability of cashless treatment ensured that medical decisions were driven purely…
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Delhi Court Grants NIA Custody of US and Ukrainian Nationals Linked to Myanmar Insurgency Training
19 Mar

Delhi Court Grants NIA Custody of US and Ukrainian Nationals Linked to Myanmar Insurgency Training

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, , , ,
New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh)— A special Delhi court has granted the National Investigation Agency (NIA) 11-day custody of a United States citizen and six Ukrainian nationals accused of infiltrating India to train Myanmar-based Ethnic Armed Groups (EAGs). Special Judge Prashant Sharma, presiding over the matter on Monday, March 16, ruled that the suspects would remain in NIA custody until March 27 to allow for a deeper investigation into a potential larger conspiracy involving Indian insurgent groups. The accused have been identified as US citizen Matthew Aaron Van Dyke and Ukrainian nationals Hurba Petro, Slyviak Taras, Ivan Sukmanovskyi, Stefankiv Marian, Honcharuk…
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Supreme Court Reserves Verdict on Decades-Old Definition of ‘Industry’ Under Labour Law
19 Mar

Supreme Court Reserves Verdict on Decades-Old Definition of ‘Industry’ Under Labour Law

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, , ,
New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh)— A nine-judge Constitution Bench of the Supreme Court, led by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, on Thursday reserved its judgment on the legal correctness of a landmark 1978 ruling that provided an expansive definition of the term "industry." The verdict follows three days of intensive arguments concerning the Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board v. A. Rajappa case, which has served as the bedrock of Indian labour jurisprudence for nearly half a century. The bench, which includes Justices B.V. Nagarathna, P.S. Narasimha, Dipankar Datta, Ujjal Bhuyan, Satish Chandra Sharma, Joymalya Bagchi, Alok Aradhe, and Vipul…
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Former Senior Bureaucrat K.G.S. Cheema Joins Shiromani Akali Dal, Sparks Political Buzz in Punjab
19 Mar

Former Senior Bureaucrat K.G.S. Cheema Joins Shiromani Akali Dal, Sparks Political Buzz in Punjab

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPolitics, Punjab,
Gurpreet Singh :- Punjab’s political landscape witnessed a significant development as former senior bureaucrat K.G.S. Cheema formally joined the Shiromani Akali Dal, triggering fresh discussions across political circles. Known for his long administrative career, Cheema has held key positions at both state and national levels, earning a reputation as an experienced and upright officer. Cheema, who hails from the Lehra constituency, had a close association with former Chief Minister Parkash Singh Badal, serving in an important advisory capacity for several years. His administrative journey also includes working at the national level, adding to his wide-ranging governance experience. Welcoming him into…
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Punjabi singer Mankirat Aulakh receives death threat from Bambiha gang, audio clip goes viral
19 Mar

Punjabi singer Mankirat Aulakh receives death threat from Bambiha gang, audio clip goes viral

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia,
Gurpreet Singh :- Punjabi singer Mankirat Aulakh has reportedly received death threat from gangster Lucky Patial from the Bambiha gang. The puported audio clip of the same is doing rounds on social media, however PTC News does not independently verify the clip.   The threat has been issued a day after a promoter and property dealer was gunned down in Chandigarh's Sector 9.   An audio recording of gangster Lucky Patial from the Bambiha gang has surfaced, in which he refers to the recent murder in Chandigarh’s Sector 9. He claimed that the killing has angered several people, especially those alleging that…
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Supreme Court Terms Alleged Obstruction of ED Raids by CM Mamata “Not a Happy Situation”
18 Mar

Supreme Court Terms Alleged Obstruction of ED Raids by CM Mamata “Not a Happy Situation”

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, , , ,
New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh) — The Supreme Court of India on Wednesday voiced its concern over the alleged obstruction of the Enforcement Directorate’s (ED) investigative duties by West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, describing the scenario as far from ideal. A bench comprising Justice Prashant Kumar Mishra and Justice NV Anjaria observed that the interruption of a central probe agency’s raid by a high-ranking state official could lead to unprecedented constitutional crises. The court emphasized that no entity should be left without a remedy when its legal functioning is interrupted, highlighting the potential danger of leaving a legal "vacuum" if…
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Cabinet Approves Rs 1,718 Crore MSP Funding for Cotton Corporation of India to Support 60 Lakh Farmers
18 Mar

Cabinet Approves Rs 1,718 Crore MSP Funding for Cotton Corporation of India to Support 60 Lakh Farmers

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, , , ,
New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh)— In a significant move to bolster India’s agricultural sector, the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Wednesday approved a minimum support price (MSP) funding of ₹1,718.56 crore for the Cotton Corporation of India (CCI) for the 2023-24 cotton season. This decision is aimed at providing direct price support to cotton farmers across the country, ensuring the stability of a crop that sustains the livelihoods of approximately 60 lakh farmers and supports up to 500 lakh people involved in allied industries such as processing, trade, and textiles. The funding ensures that…
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Punjab’s Irrigation Revolution: CM Bhagwant Mann Delivers ‘Bhakra-Scale’ Water Boost to Farmers in Four Years
18 Mar

Punjab’s Irrigation Revolution: CM Bhagwant Mann Delivers ‘Bhakra-Scale’ Water Boost to Farmers in Four Years

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , ,
Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Wednesday laid out a historic turnaround in Punjab’s irrigation system, noting that the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Government has, in just four years, ensured water supply to fields equivalent to the Bhakra canal by unlocking 10,000 cusecs from seasonal rivers and reviving a collapsing canal network. The Chief Minister said canal irrigation coverage has surged from just 26.50% in 2022 to 78% today, with long-defunct systems like the 22-km Sarhali canal brought back to life, round-the-clock water supply ensured through the Ferozepur-Sirhind feeder, and canal water reaching 1,446 villages for…
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From Managing Homes to Running the Nation: CM Bhagwant Mann Urges Punjab’s Women to Reshape Politics and Governance
18 Mar

From Managing Homes to Running the Nation: CM Bhagwant Mann Urges Punjab’s Women to Reshape Politics and Governance

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , , ,
SAS Nagar (Gurpreet Singh): Positioning women at the centre of Punjab’s growth story, Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Wednesday laid out an expansive vision for their role in governance, economy and society, asserting that real empowerment lies in education, representation and economic opportunity. Speaking at a felicitation event awarding grassroot entrepreneurs in Mohali, he gave a detailed account of the AAP government’s initiatives, from job reservations and direct financial support to large-scale livelihood programmes, while urging women to step into decision-making roles and reshape the state’s future. Addressing the gathering after felicitating women entrepreneurs, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann stated,…
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