Punjab

Punjab Police Exposes Haryana-Based Cheating Syndicate; Harjot Singh Bains Says, “We Will Not Allow Anyone to Defame State’s Education System”

Punjab Police Exposes Haryana-Based Cheating Syndicate; Harjot Singh Bains Says, “We Will Not Allow Anyone to Defame State’s Education System”

CHANDIGARH (GURPREET SINGH): Punjab Police has exposed a Haryana-based inter-state cheating syndicate led by a Bhiwani mastermind that allegedly used sophisticated technology to facilitate cheating in the BFUHS Faridkot pharmacy examination, Punjab Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains said on Friday, asserting that the operation had exposed Haryana’s organised cheating network and put to rest allegations of a paper leak. Pointing out that the Haryana Government allowed the racket to flourish for years, he said the Bhagwant Mann Government would not allow anyone to defame Punjab’s education system, which has transformed from “Udta Punjab” into “Pardha Punjab.” Addressing a press conference…
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Punjab Government Expands Mukh Mantri Tirath Yatra Yojna to Cover New Pilgrimage Sites

Punjab Government Expands Mukh Mantri Tirath Yatra Yojna to Cover New Pilgrimage Sites

Mohali (Gurpreet Singh): Amid chants of “Har Har Mahadev” and an atmosphere filled with devotion in Mohali, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Thursday joined thousands of devotees at the grand “Ek Shaam Bhagwan Shiv De Naam” Bhajan Sandhya. Describing Punjab as the sacred land of Gurus and saints, the Chief Minister said the state’s enduring traditions of communal harmony, brotherhood and mutual respect are its greatest strength. Announcing the expansion of the Mukh Mantri Tirath Yatra Yojna, the Chief Minister said the Punjab Government will facilitate free pilgrimages to Khatu Shyam Ji, Salasar Ji, Vrindavan Dham and Rishikesh…
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AAP Punjab Media In-Charge Baltej Pannu Accuses Congress of Internal Strife and Political Rumours

AAP Punjab Media In-Charge Baltej Pannu Accuses Congress of Internal Strife and Political Rumours

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Punjab Media In-Charge Baltej Pannu on Friday strongly criticised Punjab Congress President Amarinder Singh Raja Warring, accusing him of making fabricated claims about AAP legislators to divert public attention from the growing infighting, confusion and leadership crisis within the Punjab Congress. He said the Congress leadership was preoccupied with internal power struggles instead of addressing issues concerning the people of Punjab. Addressing a press conference, AAP Punjab Media In-charge Baltej Pannu said Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann had rightly predicted that as the 2027 Assembly elections approach, opposition parties would lose their political…
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AAP MP Meet Hayer Terms Instagram Restriction of Parliament Speech an Assault on Democracy

AAP MP Meet Hayer Terms Instagram Restriction of Parliament Speech an Assault on Democracy

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MP from Sangrur, Gurmeet Singh Meet Hayer, called out the BJP-led Central Government for throttling democracy and freedom of expression, saying that the blocking of his speech delivered in Parliament on matters of public interest on Instagram in India is the biggest proof that the BJP government has become completely intolerant of criticism. The AAP MP said that removing or restricting in India the parliamentary speech of an elected Member of Parliament (MP) chosen by nearly 15 lakh voters is an insult to democratic institutions and the mandate of the people. If what…
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Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann Pays Tribute to Shaheed Udham Singh on 87th Martyrdom Day

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann Pays Tribute to Shaheed Udham Singh on 87th Martyrdom Day

SUNAM UDHAM SINGH WALA (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Friday reaffirmed the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Government’s unwavering commitment to fulfilling the aspirations of the great nationalists who made the supreme sacrifices to free the country from the clutches of British imperialism. During a state-level function to commemorate the 87th martyrdom day of Shaheed Udham Singh at Sunam, the Chief Minister said the legendary revolutionary’s unparalleled patriotism and supreme sacrifice would continue to inspire generations to serve the nation selflessly and that the nation would forever remain indebted to the iconic martyr. Earlier, the Chief Minister…
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Punjab Police Arrest Four Suspected KLF Members in Amritsar, Probe Alleged Independence Day Attack Plan

Punjab Police Arrest Four Suspected KLF Members in Amritsar, Probe Alleged Independence Day Attack Plan

Amritsar (Gurpreet Singh): In a significant security operation ahead of Independence Day, the Amritsar Rural Police on Friday arrested four individuals alleged to be associated with the banned Khalistan Liberation Force (KLF). Investigators claim the suspects were conspiring to carry out a terror strike, prompting an intensified probe into their activities. According to officials familiar with the investigation, the arrested men are suspected of involvement in previous attacks on police infrastructure, where petrol bombs and grenades were allegedly used. Police are now examining whether the group was linked to multiple incidents that have taken place in the district over the…
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Punjab Police Arrest Four Suspected KLF Members in Amritsar, Probe Alleged Independence Day Attack Plan

Punjab Police Arrest Four Suspected KLF Members in Amritsar, Probe Alleged Independence Day Attack Plan

Amritsar (Gurpreet Singh): In a significant security operation ahead of Independence Day, the Amritsar Rural Police on Friday arrested four individuals alleged to be associated with the banned Khalistan Liberation Force (KLF). Investigators claim the suspects were conspiring to carry out a terror strike, prompting an intensified probe into their activities. According to officials familiar with the investigation, the arrested men are suspected of involvement in previous attacks on police infrastructure, where petrol bombs and grenades were allegedly used. Police are now examining whether the group was linked to multiple incidents that have taken place in the district over the…
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Punjab Bolsters Border Security with Advanced Anti-Drone Network to Counter Cross-Border Smuggling

Punjab Bolsters Border Security with Advanced Anti-Drone Network to Counter Cross-Border Smuggling

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Facing an increasing number of cross-border drone intrusions carrying narcotics and weapons, the Punjab Police have significantly strengthened surveillance along the international border by deploying advanced anti-drone systems, popularly referred to as “Hawai Nakas”. The new security framework is designed to detect, track and neutralise drones attempting to enter Indian territory from Pakistan. Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav said the anti-drone network has been developed as an additional layer of protection to complement the Border Security Force (BSF), which remains responsible for guarding the international border. The initiative has been implemented through close coordination with…
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Punjab Government to Amend Sacrilege Law; AAP Assures No Interference in Religious Affairs

Punjab Government to Amend Sacrilege Law; AAP Assures No Interference in Religious Affairs

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Member of Parliament Malvinder Singh Kang on Thursday categorically clarified that the Punjab Government's law against sacrilege is aimed solely at ensuring the strictest punishment for those who deliberately commit acts of sacrilege and has no intention of interfering in Sikh religious affairs, Sikh Rehat Maryada, or the rights of religious institutions. Addressing a press conference, Kang said the Bhagwant Mann Government brought the legislation in response to the long-standing demand of the Sikh community for a strong legal framework to prevent repeated incidents of sacrilege and ensure that those responsible do not…
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Canal Irrigation Projects Worth ₹80.35 Crore Inaugurated in Punjab’s Shutrana Constituency

Canal Irrigation Projects Worth ₹80.35 Crore Inaugurated in Punjab’s Shutrana Constituency

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Water Resources and Soil & Water Conservation Minister Barinder Kumar Goyal today inaugurated canal irrigation projects at villages Buta Singh Wala and Badshahpur in the Shutrana Assembly constituency. The Cabinet Minister said that under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, the Punjab Government is expanding canal irrigation across the state. He informed that canals, distributaries and sub-minors measuring 137.13 km have been renovated in Shutrana at a cost of Rs.80.35 crore, benefiting nearly 68,500 acres of agricultural land in 56 villages. In addition, 53.9 km of pipelines have been laid at a cost of…
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