Punjab Archives - Page 18 of 242

27 Apr

Punjab Weather Swings Between Scorching Heat and Storm Warnings, IMD Issues Alert

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Residents across Punjab and Chandigarh are facing extreme weather conditions as high temperatures continue alongside warnings of thunderstorms and strong winds over the next few days. The India Meteorological Department has sounded a yellow alert valid through April 30, highlighting the likelihood of heatwave conditions during the day and unusually warm nights. At the same time, changing atmospheric patterns may trigger thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds reaching speeds of up to 50 km/h in several districts. Among the hottest locations, Bathinda recorded temperatures close to 44°C, remaining well above the seasonal average. Other cities such as Ludhiana,…

26 Apr

Under Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana, Infant Recovers After Critical Birth in Bathinda

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The first cry should bring relief. But sometimes, it brings silence instead. At Aggarwal Hospital in Rampura Phul, District Bathinda, a newborn had already arrived; but the fight for life had just begun. Born at just 33 weeks, the baby of Resham Singh and Gurmail Kaur entered the world too early, too fragile. Weighing only 1.926 kg, far below the normal full-term weight of around 2.5 to 4 kg, the newborn struggled from the very first breath. Severe respiratory distress meant that breathing was not possible without medical support. Inside the hospital, there was no time to…

26 Apr

AAP Launches Statewide Protests in Punjab; Labels Defecting MPs as ‘Gaddars’

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Sunday unleashed a wave of massive, coordinated protests across every district of Punjab against the Rajya Sabha MPs who defected to the BJP, with streets echoing slogans of “Punjab de Gaddar” and walls marked with “Gaddar” written in public anger against an unforgivable betrayal of the Punjab’s mandate. From district headquarters to industrial hubs, including a pointed protest outside the Trident Group against Rajinder Gupta, AAP leaders and karyakartas, joined by large numbers of citizens, staged fierce demonstrations, burnt tyres, and openly condemned those who, they said, had trampled upon the…

25 Apr

CM Bhagwant Singh Mann Orders Deadline-Bound Flood Protection Works Across Punjab

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): With Punjab heading towards the monsoon season, Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Saturday ordered Deputy Commissioners to complete all flood protection works within deadline, warning officials of personal accountability for lapses. Chairing a high-level review meeting, he directed urgent desilting of drains and vulnerable points, fast-tracked anti-pollution measures, and pushed pending infrastructure projects as the state moves to prevent floods and strengthen water management before the rains arrive. CM Bhagwant Singh Mann, accompanied by Rajya Sabha MP Sant Balbir Singh Seechewal, batted for foolproof planning and execution of the master plan for carrying out flood protection…

25 Apr

International Kabaddi Star Pala Jalalpuria Joins Aam Aadmi Party

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Renowned international Kabaddi player and famous stopper Pala Jalalpuria joined the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Saturday. The inclusion of this prominent figure from the sports world has further strengthened the party. Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann formally inducted Pala Jalalpuria into the party and welcomed him. Pala Jalalpuria is widely known in the world of Kabaddi for his exceptional technique and as a ‘close fighter,’ having brought laurels to Punjab at the international level. On this occasion, Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann expressed happiness and said that the inclusion of an international-level player like Jalalpuria in the Aam…

25 Apr

AAM Aadmis’s Anger Erupts Across Punjab as Protesters Brand Turncoat MPs as ‘Gaddars’

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Strong resentment has erupted across Punjab among Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) karyakartas and the general public after Rajya Sabha MPs Harbhajan Singh, Ashok Mittal, and Rajinder Gupta aligned with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), with protests and slogans branding them as “Gaddar” surfacing at their residences and even at Lovely Professional University, reflecting the scale of public anger. In several places, protesters raised slogans of “Punjab de Gaddar,” signalling deep public outrage and a sense of betrayal among the people. Many citizens have also expressed disappointment over what they described as a betrayal of Punjab’s mandate, with…

25 Apr

BJP Must Stop Anti-Democratic Dirty Tactics, Says AAP Leader Deepak Bali

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Aam Aadmi Party Punjab General Secretary Deepak Bali, while strongly condemning the decision of Rajya Sabha members appointed by the Aam Aadmi Party to join the Bharatiya Janata Party, said that these conspiracies of the BJP are directly against democracy. Deepak Bali wrote on his social media account, “One who dies in battle is called a martyr, one who wins is called a warrior, and one who flees is called a traitor.” He made it clear that those who are leaving the party under pressure from the Bharatiya Janata Party are betraying the people of Punjab. Bali…

25 Apr

Punjab, Chandigarh Reel Under Blistering Heat; Rain Likely to Ease Conditions Soon

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Large parts of Punjab and Chandigarh continue to battle an intense heatwave, with temperatures climbing sharply and remaining well above seasonal norms. The extreme weather has disrupted daily life, with both daytime heat and unusually warm nights adding to public discomfort. Among the worst-affected areas, Bathinda and Faridkot recorded the highest temperatures at 44.3°C, while Chandigarh registered around 41°C. Several other cities, including Ludhiana, Amritsar, and Patiala, also reported readings above 40°C. The Meteorological Department has issued a yellow alert, warning of continued heatwave conditions in multiple districts. Hot winds during the day and elevated night temperatures—ranging…

25 Apr

Mann Govt Launches Sharp Attack on Rebels, Compares Defectors to ‘Ginger and Garlic’

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Gurpreet Singh :- Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann has launched a scathing attack on rebel MPs who recently quit the party, using a striking analogy to criticise their move. In a social media post, Mann compared the defectors to “ginger, garlic and spices,” saying that while each may enhance the flavour of a dish individually, they cannot come together to create a dish of their own. Escalating his criticism, Mann accused the rebel leaders of betraying the people of Punjab, asserting that the party and its organisation are always greater than any individual. He said that a handful of…

25 Apr

AGTF Nabs Key Gang Associate Linked to Interstate Crime Syndicate, Arms Seized

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): In a continued crackdown on organized crime, the Anti-Gangster Task Force (AGTF) of Punjab has detained an alleged operative connected to the network of gangster Arzoo Bishnoi. Officials said the arrest marks an important step in efforts to curb inter-state criminal activities. The accused had been evading law enforcement and was reportedly wanted in a murder case registered in Rajasthan, where authorities had also announced a monetary reward for his capture. During the operation, security personnel recovered a .32 calibre pistol along with three live rounds, indicating the suspect’s potential involvement in serious criminal activities. The weapon…