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14 Jun

Rain Brings Relief Across Punjab, But Humid Conditions Set to Return as Mercury Climbs

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The spell of showers that brought welcome relief from the scorching heat across Punjab and Chandigarh is expected to give way to rising humidity over the coming days, with weather experts forecasting a gradual increase in temperatures after a brief cooling phase. According to the Meteorological Department, isolated light to moderate rainfall may continue in a few districts on Saturday, particularly Ferozepur, Fazilka, Faridkot, Sri Muktsar Sahib, Moga, Bathinda, Barnala and Mansa. However, the overall intensity of rainfall is likely to decline as the current weather system weakens. The recent rains have significantly lowered daytime temperatures across…

13 Jun

Over 90,000 Individuals Enter De-Addiction and Recovery Under Punjab’s ‘Yudh Nashean Virudh’ Campaign

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): As encouraging results of the Bhagwant Mann Government’s anti-drug campaign “Yudh Nashean Virudh” begin to emerge, authorities emphasise that lasting success will depend not only on enforcement against drug traffickers and peddlers but also on prevention, early detection, treatment and timely intervention at the family and community levels. Launched on March 1, 2025, the Yudh Nashean Virudh campaign has evolved into one of the state's most significant anti-drug initiatives, combining strict enforcement measures with efforts aimed at de-addiction, rehabilitation and awareness generation. Punjab Health and Family Welfare Minister Dr. Balbir Singh said, "As part of prevention and…

13 Jun

Punjab Police Anti-Gangster Task Force Arrests Two Aides of Jailed Gangster in Bathinda

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): In a major breakthrough amidst the ongoing drive to make Punjab a safe and secure state as per directions of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, Punjab Police’s Anti-Gangster Task Force (AGTF) has apprehended two individuals and recovered two country-made .32 bore pistols along with five live cartridges from their possession, said Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab Gaurav Yadav here on Saturday. Those arrested have been identified as Kuldeep Singh alias Cheema, a resident of village Akalia Kalan in Bathinda, and Abhimaan Singh alias Abhi, a resident of Bhagu Wali Dhanni at village Khundehalal in Sri Muktsar…

13 Jun

Punjab Vidhan Sabha Speaker Kultar Singh Sandhwan Urges Collective Action Against Drug Menace

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The Punjab Government has intensified its decisive campaign against drug abuse, resulting in the arrest of more than 67,000 drug smugglers till date. Punjab Vidhan Sabha Speaker S. Kultar Singh Sandhwan shared this information today while affirming a zero-tolerance policy against narcotics. He asserted that individuals involved in the supply of illegal substances will face strict legal action. The Speaker emphasized that societal contribution is paramount to completely root out the menace of addiction. He appealed to the public to act as responsible citizens and share information regarding drug peddling with the police.Citizens must report any suspicious…

13 Jun

Punjab’s Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana Emerges as Affordable Alternative to Private Health Insurance

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): At a time when rising healthcare costs are placing increasing financial pressure on households, the Bhagwant Mann Government’s Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana (MMSY) is emerging as a comprehensive and affordable healthcare protection scheme, offering several advantages over conventional private health insurance policies. Highlighting the impact of the scheme, Health and Family Welfare Minister Dr Balbir Singh said, “The Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana has provided treatment to more than 2,26,822 patients through 3,65,340 treatment procedures worth ₹632.50 crore within five months of implementation. While private health insurance remains an option for those seeking customised coverage, the Mukh Mantri…

13 Jun

Amritsar Set to Witness Cockroach Janata Party Protest as Student Issues Take Centre Stage

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Amritsar (Gurpreet Singh): The Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) is extending its nationwide campaign to Punjab, with a protest scheduled in Amritsar today. Party founder Abhijit Deepke is expected to lead the gathering, calling upon students and young citizens to participate in what he describes as a peaceful movement demanding accountability in the education system. According to the organisers, supporters have been asked to assemble near the Golden Gate in the evening, where concerns related to the NEET and CBSE examinations will be highlighted. The protest will also reiterate the demand for the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, with…

13 Jun

Vande Bharat to Link Amritsar and Katra from June 16, Opening a New Chapter for Pilgrims and Border Region Travelers

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Amritsar (Gurpreet Singh): A new travel corridor connecting Punjab and the holy town of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra is set to become operational with the launch of the Amritsar–Katra Vande Bharat Express on June 16. The premium train service is expected to make religious tourism faster while improving connectivity for several districts located along the India-Pakistan border. The revised operational plan issued by the Railways introduces a new route through Batala, Chheena, Gurdaspur and Pathankot City before entering Jammu and Kashmir. The change has been welcomed by residents of these regions, who will now have direct access to one…

13 Jun

Bhagwant Singh Mann Certain To Make Comeback As Punjab Chief Minister In 2027: Arvind Kejriwal

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BATHINDA / CHANDIGARH (Gurpreet Singh): Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal credited the AAP’s sweeping victory in the Bathinda Municipal Corporation elections to the Bhagwant Mann Government’s four years of honest governance and pro-people work, asserting that the massive public turnout and enthusiastic response during a mega roadshow reflected Punjab’s growing trust in the Government. Thanking the people of Bathinda for the resounding mandate, the AAP Supremo said the verdict had reaffirmed public faith in CM Bhagwant Singh Mann’s clean and corruption-free administration, adding that while every previous Chief Minister in Punjab had faced corruption-related questions, not a…

13 Jun

Punjab Gets Weather Respite as Temperatures Plunge; Storms Leave Trail of Damage Across State

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): After weeks of intense summer heat, Punjab has witnessed a dramatic change in weather, with widespread rainfall and strong winds bringing down temperatures significantly across the state. While the cooler conditions have provided much-needed relief, the accompanying storms have also caused loss of life and extensive damage to power infrastructure. According to weather officials, the state's maximum temperature has fallen by more than five degrees Celsius over the past two days and now remains well below the seasonal average. Faridkot recorded the highest daytime temperature at 36.7 degrees Celsius, indicating a sharp break from the recent heatwave…

12 Jun

Local Government Minister Harjot Singh Bains Issues Strict June 30 Deadline to Make Ludhiana Pothole and Manhole Free

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Setting June 30 as the deadline to make Ludhiana “manhole-free and pothole-free”, Punjab Local Government Minister S. Harjot Singh Bains on Friday directed all municipal officials to report on the ground daily from 7 am to 8 am under “Mission Clean Punjab” launched by Chief Minister S Bhagwant Singh Mann led Punjab Government. During an early-morning surprise inspection of Ludhiana Municipal Corporation (MC) areas, S. Harjot Singh Bains took a serious note of stagnant rainwater and garbage along National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) roads passing through the city. “If the NHAI does not clean the road,…