Gurpreet Singh

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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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Illegal LPG Storage Unit Busted in South Delhi; 223 Cylinders Seized
18 Mar

Illegal LPG Storage Unit Busted in South Delhi; 223 Cylinders Seized

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, , , ,
New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh)— In a major crackdown on the illegal hoarding and black marketing of cooking gas, the Delhi Police dismantled an unauthorized LPG storage facility in South Delhi’s Rajpur Khurd village on Tuesday. Acting on specific intelligence, a team from the South District Police raided a plot where they discovered a massive stockpile of 223 Indane LPG cylinders being stored without any valid license or safety authorization. The facility was allegedly being operated by 38-year-old Hitesh Rathi and 40-year-old Arvind Kumar, both of whom were arrested at the scene after failing to provide any legal documentation or a…
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Tragedy on Mumbai-Pune Expressway: Three Dead as Container Topples onto Car
18 Mar

Tragedy on Mumbai-Pune Expressway: Three Dead as Container Topples onto Car

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, , , ,
Khopoli (Gurpreet Singh) — A devastating multi-vehicle accident on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway claimed the lives of three individuals and left five others injured on Wednesday morning. According to the Khopoli Police, the incident occurred when a container trailer lost control and rammed into four vehicles before overturning directly onto an Innova car traveling in the same direction. The impact completely crushed the car, leading to the immediate death of its three occupants. The deceased have been identified by authorities as Ambadas Damu Petare, Shrikant Anant Jadhav, and Pramod Shankar Pawar. Five other individuals sustained injuries in the pile-up, including Navnath…
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Diplomatic Double-Header: PM Modi Dials Kuwait, NSA Doval Meets US Envoy Amid West Asia Crisis
18 Mar

Diplomatic Double-Header: PM Modi Dials Kuwait, NSA Doval Meets US Envoy Amid West Asia Crisis

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, , ,
New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh)— India significantly ramped up its diplomatic outreach today as Prime Minister Narendra Modi engaged with Kuwaiti leadership and National Security Advisor Ajit Doval held high-stakes talks with the US Ambassador. The flurry of activity underscores New Delhi’s growing concern over the volatile security landscape in West Asia and its impact on global energy lifelines. In a significant telephonic conversation, Prime Minister Modi spoke with Kuwait’s Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Mubarak Al-Sabah. While the Prime Minister extended early greetings for the upcoming festival of Eid, the dialogue quickly shifted to the rapidly evolving situation in…
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Daylight Shooting in Chandigarh’s Sector 9 Sparks Panic, Property Dealer Shot Dead
18 Mar

Daylight Shooting in Chandigarh’s Sector 9 Sparks Panic, Property Dealer Shot Dead

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Gurpreet Singh :- Chandigarh witnessed a shocking incident of violence on Wednesday as a property dealer was shot dead in broad daylight in Sector 9, sending shockwaves across the city. The assailants, reportedly on a motorcycle, opened fire at close range before fleeing the scene, leaving the victim critically injured. Eyewitnesses reported hearing multiple gunshots, after which chaos erupted in the otherwise calm and upscale locality. The victim was immediately rushed to a nearby hospital, where he was declared dead. Police teams reached the spot soon after the incident and cordoned off the area. Initial investigations suggest that the attack…
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Court-Supervised Poll: Independent Rajwinder Kaur Wins Dera Baba Nanak Chairperson Post
18 Mar

Court-Supervised Poll: Independent Rajwinder Kaur Wins Dera Baba Nanak Chairperson Post

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab,
Gurpreet Singh :- In a closely watched development, the election for the Chairperson of the Dera Baba Nanak Block Samiti was conducted under the strict supervision of the High Court at the SDM office. The court had directed that the entire process be carried out through ballot paper voting and under continuous camera surveillance to ensure transparency and fairness. Independent candidate Rajwinder Kaur from Bhagwanpur emerged victorious in the election. Out of a total of 19 votes, she secured 11 votes, while the Aam Aadmi Party candidate received 6 votes, giving her a clear margin of five votes. The High…
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Govt directs airlines to keep 60% seats on flights free of cost for selection
18 Mar

Govt directs airlines to keep 60% seats on flights free of cost for selection

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab
Gurpreet Singh :- In a significant relief for the air travellers, the Ministry of Civil Aviation has directed the airlines to ensure that at least 60 per cent of seats on the flights are allocated free of cost for selection. The development comes in a bid to curb extra charges on seat selection by the airlines.   Several airlines had been charging additional fees for preferred seat selection after ticket booking or during web check-in. The new directive aims to curb such practices and ensure “fair access” for passengers, according to the Ministry of Civil Aviation. Passengers on same booking to…
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Ex-Congress councillor’s nephew shot at by unknown assailants in Amritsar
18 Mar

Ex-Congress councillor’s nephew shot at by unknown assailants in Amritsar

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab,
Gurpreet Singh :- In another firing incident reported from Punjab's Amritsar district, former Congress councillor Lakahnpal's nephew was shot at by unknown assailants. He was standing outside his house with his sister and feeding stray dogs when a miscreant arrived on a scooter and suddenly opened fire.  The attacker fled the spot immediately after firing while the youth was rushed to the hospital where he is currently undergoing treatment. The incident occurred late at night around 11 pm in the Chheharta area. Soon after reeiving the information, police reached the spot and launched investigation into the matter. 
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Global Leap for Education: Punjab Launches ₹3,500 Crore ‘Sikhya Kranti 2.0’ in Partnership with World Bank
17 Mar

Global Leap for Education: Punjab Launches ₹3,500 Crore ‘Sikhya Kranti 2.0’ in Partnership with World Bank

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , , , ,
Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): In a defining milestone in Punjab’s education journey, the Bhagwant Mann Government has launched Punjab Sikhya Kranti 2.0, a transformative new phase of school education reform with a total investment of ₹3,500 crore over the next six years. The initiative aims to deepen structural reforms in government schools and align Punjab’s education ecosystem with global standards. As part of this mission, the Punjab Government has also entered into a collaboration with the World Bank to support implementation of the programme. The partnership reflects international recognition of the measurable progress Punjab has already achieved in public education reforms.…
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