Punjab

SGPC Announces Key Administrative Appointments at Golden Temple

SGPC Announces Key Administrative Appointments at Golden Temple

Gurpreet Singh :- The Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) on Wednesday carried out significant administrative reshuffle, appointing Major Singh as the new General Manager of Sachkhand Sri Harmandir Sahib. The position is considered crucial as it oversees the day-to-day management and operations of the shrine. In another key decision, Balwinder Singh Kahlwan has been assigned charge of the important Section-85 of the SGPC, where he will supervise administrative functioning. Meanwhile, Gurinder Singh Mathrewal has been appointed as the new secretary of the Dharam Prachar Committee and will be responsible for handling religious outreach and related activities. The SGPC stated that…
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Major Fire Breaks Out at Warehouse on Banur-Tepla Road

Major Fire Breaks Out at Warehouse on Banur-Tepla Road

Gurpreet Singh :- A major fire broke out at a private company’s warehouse on the Banur-Tepla road, triggering panic in the area. Two fire brigade tenders rushed to the spot and efforts were underway to bring the blaze under control. According to initial information, the warehouse stored a large quantity of incense sticks, which caused the fire to spread rapidly. Thick smoke was seen billowing from the site as flames engulfed the premises. The affected warehouse is located within a boundary that also houses two other godowns containing detergent, liquid products and grocery items. These facilities are reportedly linked to…
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BJP Punjab Unveils Extensive In-Charge Appointments for Upcoming Municipal Polls

BJP Punjab Unveils Extensive In-Charge Appointments for Upcoming Municipal Polls

Gurpreet Singh :- Stepping up preparations for the upcoming urban local body elections, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Punjab on Wednesday announced a comprehensive list of in-charges and co-in-charges for nine municipal corporations, along with appointments for 105 municipal councils and नगर पंचायतों across the state. According to the list released by state general secretary Anil Sareen, senior leaders have been assigned key responsibilities in major नगर निगम areas. Vijay Sampla has been named in-charge for Barnala, with Darshan Singh Nainewal as co-in-charge. In Bathinda, Jeevan Gupta will serve as in-charge and Mona Jaiswal as co-in-charge, while Manjit Singh Rai…
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Final Phase Voting Begins in West Bengal, Key Districts Witness Early Turnout

Final Phase Voting Begins in West Bengal, Key Districts Witness Early Turnout

Kolkata (Rajeev Sharma): The second and last phase of Assembly elections in West Bengal got underway on Wednesday, with polling taking place across 142 constituencies that are expected to play a crucial role in determining the state’s political direction. Balloting started in the morning across major regions such as Kolkata, Howrah, Hooghly, Nadia and the 24 Parganas, where voters were seen arriving early at polling booths. Election officials reported orderly arrangements and smooth conduct during the initial hours. This phase is being closely watched as it covers areas that have historically supported the ruling All India Trinamool Congress. The opposition…
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CM Bhagwant Mann announces ₹1300 crore JICA boost and global agri-tech tie-ups following Europe tour

CM Bhagwant Mann announces ₹1300 crore JICA boost and global agri-tech tie-ups following Europe tour

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Tuesday presented a comprehensive report card of his Netherlands-Finland visit, asserting that the Punjab Government has secured concrete global partnerships in agriculture, industry, and innovation that will directly benefit farmers, youth, and the state’s economy. Highlighting a ₹1300 crore JICA-backed push, strong interest from global companies, and advanced agri-tech collaborations from Keukenhof to Finland, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said these strategic tie-ups will accelerate crop diversification, attract investment, and firmly position Punjab as a global hub for innovation, R&D, and high-value farming. Addressing a press conference, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann…
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Wrestling icon Jassa Patti joins Aam Aadmi Party at CM’s residence

Wrestling icon Jassa Patti joins Aam Aadmi Party at CM’s residence

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Renowned in the wrestling world as ‘Jassa Patti,’ Rustam-e-Hind Jaskanwar Singh Patti joined the Aam Aadmi Party on Tuesday along with his entire team. He was formally inducted into the party during a program organised at the Chief Minister’s residence. Welcoming him into the party, Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann said that Jassa Patti has brought glory not only to Punjab but to the entire country at the international level through his achievements in wrestling. He said that the joining of such prominent personalities from the sports world into politics will provide positive inspiration to the youth. Expressing…
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Patiala Police dismantle ISI-backed terror module following railway track detonation attempt

Patiala Police dismantle ISI-backed terror module following railway track detonation attempt

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, Patiala Police has successfully busted a Pakistan’s ISI backed Pro-Khalistani terror module responsible for late night attempted detonation at Railway Track near Shambu with the arrest of four highly radicalised habitual criminals and recovered heavy quantity of militant hardware from their possession.Those arrested have been identified as Pardeep Singh Khalsa of Mansa, Kulwinder Singh alias Bgga of Village Bappiana in Mansa, Satnam Singh alias Satta of Panjwarh in Taran Tarn and Gurpreet…
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7-year-old girl killed in truck-Activa collision in Amritsar

7-year-old girl killed in truck-Activa collision in Amritsar

Gurpreet Singh :- A tragic road accident in Amritsar claimed the life of a seven-year-old girl after a collision between a truck and an Activa at Maqboolpura Chowk. The incident, which occurred earlier in the day, has left the local community in shock and mourning. According to police, information about the accident was received shortly before their arrival, following which a team rushed to the spot. Police officer Amandeep Kaur said the impact of the collision left the child critically injured, leading to her death at the scene. The victim has been identified as Moni, a resident of the Cheema…
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Punjab Cabinet to meet today at CM’s residence; key decisions likely

Gurpreet Singh :- The Punjab Cabinet is scheduled to convene this afternoon at 3:30 pm at the Chief Minister’s residence, with the meeting expected to deliberate on several important issues. The session is being seen as significant, as key policy matters, welfare initiatives and administrative decisions are likely to be taken up for discussion. Officials indicated that a range of subjects concerning various departments may be placed before the Cabinet, with the possibility of decisions that could shape the government’s future course of action. The outcome of the meeting is expected to have a bearing on governance priorities in the…
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Punjab withdraws Unified Building Rules 2025, restores previous regulations

Punjab withdraws Unified Building Rules 2025, restores previous regulations

Gurpreet Singh :- In a significant policy reversal, the Punjab Government has withdrawn the Unified Building Rules, 2025 with immediate effect, reinstating the earlier framework governing construction norms across the state. The Housing and Urban Development Department issued an official notification confirming the decision, effectively scrapping the recently introduced system. The move has been taken under various legal provisions related to urban planning and municipal governance, with the government exercising its statutory powers to annul the 2025 rules. Officials clarified that the withdrawn regulations will no longer hold any validity. With this decision, all previously repealed building rules and by-laws…
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