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19 Mar

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

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabBhagwant Mann Healthcare, Cashless Cancer Treatment Moga, Dr Balbir Singh Health Minister, Punjab Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna

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…

19 Mar

International Conference at GRIID Highlights Yoga as a Tool for Empowering Children with Intellectual Disabilities

nishuthapar10 CommentsPunjabDr Jaideep Arya, Dr Ravneet Kaur GMCH, GRIID Chandigarh Conference, Haryana Yog Aayog, Yoga for Intellectual Disabilities 2026

Chandigarh (Naval Kishore)— The Government Rehabilitation Institute for Intellectual Disabilities (GRIID), Chandigarh, in a landmark collaboration with the Haryana Yog Aayog, inaugurated a two-day International Conference today focused on the theme “Yoga for Empowerment: Enhancing the Lives of Children with Intellectual Disabilities.” The event, scheduled for March 19 and 20, brought together a distinguished assembly of medical professionals, yoga experts, and educators to explore the transformative potential of yogic practices in improving the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of persons with special needs. Dr. Ravneet Kaur, Director of GMCH and GRIID, served as the Chief Guest, joined by Dr. Jaideep…

19 Mar

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

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPolitics, PunjabPunjab News, Shromni akali dal

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…

19 Mar

32-year-old Punjab man found dead under mysterious circumstances in Spain, family seeks justice

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsPunjab, World NewsDied, Punjab News, Punjabi Youth, Spain

Rajeev Sharma :- A 32-year-old Punjabi man from Raikot was found dead under mysterious circumstances in Spain. The deceased has been identified as Arshdeep Singh, who is a resident of village Bhaini Baringa near Raikot in Ludhiana district. He was the only son of his parents. He had gone to Spain around eights years ago in search of a better future and employment opportunities and had been working in the same factory for over five years. According to his father, Balwinde Singh, he was very much familiar with the job as he had been working there for more than five…

18 Mar

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

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabBhagwant Singh Mann Press Conference, Bhakra Canal Equivalent, Canal Water Coverage Punjab, Punjab Irrigation Achievement 2026

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…

18 Mar

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

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabBhagwant Singh Mann Mohali Speech, Maavan Dhian Satkar Yojana, Meri Rasoi Scheme, Punjab Women Entrepreneurs, Women Empowerment Punjab 2026

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,…

18 Mar

Chandigarh DC Orders Flawless Voter List Revision; Sets Deadline for 100% Elector Mapping

nishuthapar10 CommentsPunjabChandigarh Electoral Roll 2026, Nishant Kumar Yadav DC, Special Intensive Revision, Voter List Update Chandigarh

Chandigarh (Naval Kishore)— The District Election Officer-cum-Deputy Commissioner of Chandigarh, Nishant Kumar Yadav, chaired a critical review meeting on Wednesday to accelerate preparations for the upcoming Special Intensive Revision of the Electoral Roll for the 01-Chandigarh Parliamentary Constituency. In compliance with Election Commission of India directives, the Deputy Commissioner emphasized that the revision process, set to commence in April 2026, must result in a flawless electoral database. He expressed serious concern over current timelines, stating that a clean and authentic electoral roll is the foundation of free and fair elections and that any compromise on quality or accuracy would directly…

18 Mar

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

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabDera Baba Nanak, Punjab News

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…

18 Mar

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

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabPunjab News

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…

18 Mar

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

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAmritsar News, Punjab

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.