Punjab

Bullock Cart Races Return to Spotlight as Kila Raipur Rural Olympics Draw Record Crowds
18 Feb

Bullock Cart Races Return to Spotlight as Kila Raipur Rural Olympics Draw Record Crowds

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , ,
Chandigarh/Kila Raipur (Gurpreet Singh): The second day of the Kila Raipur Rural Olympics witnessed an unprecedented surge of enthusiasm, with thousands of people, particularly the youth, converging at the historic stadium to celebrate Punjab's rich rural sporting heritage. The second day's events captured the imagination of attendees as the historic bullock cart races revived after a 12-year hiatus took center stage. The thunderous traditional races elicited roaring cheers from the packed stands in the stadium. The Spectators enthusiastically supported not only the bullock cart races but also a vibrant array of traditional sports and athletic competitions, including, Hockey matches, Kabaddi…
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Allegations by Giani Raghbir Singh Shake Sikh Institutions, Says Inderbir Singh Nijjar
18 Feb

Allegations by Giani Raghbir Singh Shake Sikh Institutions, Says Inderbir Singh Nijjar

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , , ,
Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Senior Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Punjab leader and MLA Dr. Inderbir Singh Nijjar has expressed serious concern over the sensational revelations made by former Jathedar of Sri Akal Takht Sahib, Giani Raghbir Singh Ji, regarding the internal functioning of the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) and the Akali Dal.He said that these allegations made by a respected personality like Giani Raghbir Singh Ji, who is thoroughly aware of the institution’s internal workings, are extremely painful and disturbing for the Sikh community. Nijjar said that although there were already discussions within the Sangat about the decline of these…
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RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat to Visit Punjab on February 25–26, Outreach Meetings Planned
18 Feb

RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat to Visit Punjab on February 25–26, Outreach Meetings Planned

nishuthapar10 CommentsIndia, Punjab, , , ,
New Delhi,Rajeev Sharma :- Mohan Bhagwat, the Sarsanghchalak of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh, is scheduled to visit Punjab on February 25 and 26 as part of a two-day organisational tour aimed at strengthening grassroots engagement and reviewing ongoing activities in the state. During his visit, Bhagwat is expected to hold a series of interactions with representatives from different sections of society, including educators, social workers, professionals and volunteers associated with the organisation. Sources indicated that the meetings will focus on social harmony, community participation and the expansion of service-oriented initiatives being undertaken across the region. The visit is also being…
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Smuggled Foreign Cigarettes Worth ₹6.78 Million Destroyed in Amritsar
18 Feb

Smuggled Foreign Cigarettes Worth ₹6.78 Million Destroyed in Amritsar

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab,
Amritsar, Gurpreet Singh :- In a decisive enforcement action, authorities have destroyed foreign-origin cigarettes valued at ₹6.783 million that were seized in multiple smuggling cases in Amritsar. The confiscated consignment was disposed of in accordance with prescribed legal procedures under the supervision of a specially constituted committee comprising senior officials. According to officials, the destruction process was carried out through a controlled incineration method, strictly adhering to government guidelines and environmental safety standards. The entire exercise was conducted with transparency and under close monitoring to ensure compliance with regulatory norms and to prevent any environmental harm. Customs authorities stated that…
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Union Home Ministry clears prosecution of suspended Punjab DIG Harcharan Singh Bhullar in graft case
18 Feb

Union Home Ministry clears prosecution of suspended Punjab DIG Harcharan Singh Bhullar in graft case

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, Punjab,
Chandigarh, Gurpreet Singh :- The Ministry of Home Affairs has sanctioned the prosecution of arrested and suspended Punjab DIG Harcharan Singh Bhullar, paving way for his trial in high-profile corruption case. The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) also filed a supplementary chargesheet before the special CBI court in Chandigarh against Bhullar and his alleged associate Kirshanu Sharda. The matter has been deffered for next hearing on February 21. The MHA order, dated January 23, authorises prosecution under Section 19(2) of the Prevention of Corruption Act (PCA), 1988, in the name of the President of India, authorising prosecution of Bhullar, a…
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Historic Moga Rally Marks Second Phase of Punjab’s ‘Yudh Nashean Virudh’: Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal
17 Feb

Historic Moga Rally Marks Second Phase of Punjab’s ‘Yudh Nashean Virudh’: Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , , ,
Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Punjab Chief Spokesperson and MLA Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal on Tuesday declared the massive gathering in Moga for the oath-taking of Village Defence Committee (VDC) members as a historic moment and a decisive milestone in Punjab’s ongoing fight against drugs. He said the overwhelming participation reflected a new wave of public resolve to free the state from the menace of narcotics. Addressing a press conference, AAP Punjab Chief Spokesperson Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal said the Punjab Government led by CM Bhagwant Singh Mann launched the ‘Yudh Nashean Virudh’ campaign in March last year and that…
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Bhagwant Mann Govt Begins Rollout of Punjab Trade Commission; Meetings Held in 10 Districts
17 Feb

Bhagwant Mann Govt Begins Rollout of Punjab Trade Commission; Meetings Held in 10 Districts

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , , , ,
Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The Bhagwant Mann Government has announced the formation of a Punjab Trade Commission in a significant step aimed at strengthening the state’s trading community and simplifying business operations for small traders, shopkeepers and entrepreneurs. Punjab Finance, Excise & Taxation, and Planning Minister Harpal Singh Cheema said the initiative reflects the government’s commitment to making governance more accessible and responsive to those who drive Punjab’s economy. Minister Harpal Singh Cheema said, “The key objective of the Commission is to ensure that traders no longer have to run pillar to post for routine approvals, departmental clearances and day-to-day business-related…
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Congress Bets Big on Youth for Punjab 2027 Polls, Plans to Allot 50% Tickets to Young Candidates
17 Feb

Congress Bets Big on Youth for Punjab 2027 Polls, Plans to Allot 50% Tickets to Young Candidates

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsPunjab, ,
New Delhi, Rajeev Sharma :- In a significant strategic shift ahead of the 2027 Punjab Assembly elections, the Congress party has announced its intention to allocate half of its tickets to young candidates, signaling a generational overhaul within the state unit. Senior party leaders indicated that the move is aimed at injecting fresh energy into the organization and reconnecting with younger voters across urban and rural constituencies. The leadership believes that empowering youth faces will not only strengthen grassroots mobilization but also present a renewed image of the party in a state where political competition has intensified in recent years.…
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One injured in police encounter in Bathinda, five alleged drug peddlers arrested
17 Feb

One injured in police encounter in Bathinda, five alleged drug peddlers arrested

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab,
Bathinda, Gurpreet Singh :- A suspected drug peddler was injured during a police encounter in Bathinda late at night, while four of his aides were arrested from the spot, police officials said. According to SP City Narendra Singh, the Kotwali police station had received specific information that some unidentified individuals were consuming and supplying narcotics from a building in the city. The suspects were also allegedly involved in targeting passersby near the railway station at night to fund their drug addiction. Acting on the tip-off, Inspector Parvinder Singh led a police team to conduct a raid at the identified location.…
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Mohali schools receive fresh bomb threat; Fortis Hospital also mentioned
17 Feb

Mohali schools receive fresh bomb threat; Fortis Hospital also mentioned

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, Punjab,
Mohali, Gurpreet Singh :- Several schools in Mohali received bomb threats on Tuesday, triggering panic among parents and authorities. Among the institutions named was Gyan Jyoti Global School in Phase 2, along with other schools in the area. Following the threat, school authorities immediately declared a holiday and sent students back home as a precautionary measure. Police teams and bomb disposal squads were rushed to the premises to conduct thorough checks. Sources said the threatening message also mentioned Fortis Hospital in Mohali, raising further security concerns. Security has been tightened around sensitive locations, and investigations are underway to trace the…
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