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Punjab Expands Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana; Adds 17 Medical Procedures in Private Hospitals and Extends Cover to Single Residents
03 Jun

Punjab Expands Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana; Adds 17 Medical Procedures in Private Hospitals and Extends Cover to Single Residents

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , , ,
Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): In a move expected to ease pressure on government hospitals and bring healthcare closer to thousands of patients, the Bhagwant Mann Government has allowed 17 additional medical procedures to be carried out at empanelled private hospitals under the Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana (MMSY). The decision, coupled with the inclusion of individuals living alone in the scheme, marks a significant expansion of the state's universal health insurance scheme. For countless families across Punjab, a hospital visit often means long queues, crowded wards and anxious waits for treatment. In an important step towards reducing that burden, the state government…
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Retired IAS Officer Sanjay Gupta Takes Charge as Chairperson of Punjab State Electricity Regulatory Commission
03 Jun

Retired IAS Officer Sanjay Gupta Takes Charge as Chairperson of Punjab State Electricity Regulatory Commission

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, ,
Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Retired IAS officer Mr. Sanjay Gupta today assumed charge as Chairperson of the Punjab State Electricity Regulatory Commission (PSERC). Punjab Power Minister S. Tarunpreet Singh Sond administered the oath of office and secrecy to Mr. Sanjay Gupta at Vikas Bhawan, Mohali. Mr. Gupta was a 1988 batch retired IAS officer who has also served as Chief Secretary of Himachal Pradesh and several other prominent positions. Congratulating Mr. Gupta on assuming the prestigious responsibility, Power Minister S. Sond expressed confidence that his vast administrative experience and deep understanding of governance would further strengthen the regulatory framework of the…
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Punjab to Crack Down on Arbitrary Private School Fee Hikes with Toughest Law in Canada-like Regulation
03 Jun

Punjab to Crack Down on Arbitrary Private School Fee Hikes with Toughest Law in Canada-like Regulation

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , ,
Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): In a landmark move aimed at ending arbitrary fee hikes by private schools and providing long-awaited relief to lakhs of families across Punjab, the Bhagwant Mann Government has announced a sweeping regulatory framework that caps annual fee increases at 5%, mandates refunds of excess fees collected from parents wherever schools breached the annual limit during the last three years, and prescribes stringent penalties that can ultimately lead to cancellation of a school’s recognition. The proposed legislation, which CM Bhagwant Singh Mann declared as the country’s toughest law against arbitrary fee hikes by private schools, will be introduced…
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Punjab Girls Shine in Defence Academies, CM Mann Congratulates Top Rank Holders
03 Jun

Punjab Girls Shine in Defence Academies, CM Mann Congratulates Top Rank Holders

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsEntertainment, Punjab, Trending,
Gurpreet Singh :- Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Wednesday congratulated Mahikpreet Kaur and Komalpreet Kaur for their outstanding achievements in two of the country’s premier defence training institutions, saying the young women had brought laurels to the state and inspired an entire generation. In a message shared on social media, Mann said Punjab’s daughters had once again made history by excelling at the national level. He lauded Mahikpreet Kaur for securing the first rank in the Air Force Academy and praised Komalpreet Kaur for securing the 18th rank in the National Defence Academy (NDA). Describing their success as a…
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Punjab Government School Students Record 34 Percent Surge in IIT Qualifiers Under Sikhya Kranti
02 Jun

Punjab Government School Students Record 34 Percent Surge in IIT Qualifiers Under Sikhya Kranti

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , , , ,
Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Mann Govt’s Sikhya Kranti shatters ‘IIT onlIn a resounding endorsement of “Punjab Sikhya Kranti” initiative, 59 students from Punjab government schools have qualified JEE Advanced 2026, India’s toughest engineering entrance exam, registering a sharp 34% surge from 44 qualifiers in 2025, informed Education Minister S. Harjot Singh Bains. Expressing delight over the achievement, Education Minister S. Harjot Singh Bains congratulated the 59 successful students, their parents and teachers, whose dedication made this feat possible. Sharing the district-wise break-up, the Education Minister said that Patiala district emerged as the top-performing district with 11 qualifiers, followed by Sangrur with…
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International Kabaddi Icons Join Aam Aadmi Party in Punjab
02 Jun

International Kabaddi Icons Join Aam Aadmi Party in Punjab

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , , , , ,
Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): In a major boost to the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), renowned international kabaddi player Kinda Biharipuria, popularly known as "Cheetah" in the kabaddi world, joined the party on Tuesday along with several other prominent sports personalities and social leaders. The new entrants were formally welcomed into the party by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann's OSD, Rajbir Singh Ghuman, who said that the growing support from respected sportspersons and youth leaders reflects the people's trust in the policies and governance of the AAP government. Among those who joined the party were international kabaddi players Kinda Biharipuria, Jeeta Badalgarh, Babbu…
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Punjab Overhauls 26-Year-Old KCC Framework to Tackle Rural Debt, Boost High-Value Crops
02 Jun

Punjab Overhauls 26-Year-Old KCC Framework to Tackle Rural Debt, Boost High-Value Crops

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , , , ,
Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): In one of the most far-reaching agricultural reforms undertaken in Punjab in recent decades, Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Tuesday unveiled a sweeping overhaul of the Kisan Credit Card (KCC) system, transforming a 26-year-old framework that had long left farmers dependent on inadequate institutional credit and vulnerable to private moneylenders. The revamped policy significantly raises crop-wise credit limits in line with actual cultivation costs, lowers interest burdens, expands loan eligibility to high-value crops and allied sectors, introduces dedicated financial support for stubble management, and enables farmers to access funds through modern digital platforms such as ATMs…
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Chandigarh Administrator Gulab Chand Kataria Reviews Healthcare Expansion, Education Infrastructure and Environmental Initiatives
02 Jun

Chandigarh Administrator Gulab Chand Kataria Reviews Healthcare Expansion, Education Infrastructure and Environmental Initiatives

nishuthapar10 CommentsPunjab,
Chandigarh (Naval Kishore): The Governor of Punjab and Administrator, U.T. Chandigarh, Shri Gulab Chand Kataria, conducted a comprehensive review of healthcare facilities across Chandigarh on Monday, emphasizing the Administration’s commitment to strengthening healthcare delivery and ensuring quality medical services for citizens. During the visit, he also assessed ongoing developments in educational infrastructure and environmental initiatives across the city. At the Government Medical College and Hospital (GMCH), South Campus, Sector 48, the Administrator reviewed a wide range of healthcare services being provided to the public, including Ayush OPD and Homeopathy services. Health Secretary Shri Mandip Singh Brar briefed him on the…
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High Court Grants Punjab Government More Time in Majithia Case, Matter to be Heard Again Tomorrow
02 Jun

High Court Grants Punjab Government More Time in Majithia Case, Matter to be Heard Again Tomorrow

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab,
Gurpreet Singh :- The Punjab and Haryana High Court on Monday heard a petition related to the FIR registered against senior Shiromani Akali Dal leader and former Punjab minister Bikram Singh Majithia at Majitha police station in Amritsar district. During the proceedings, the Punjab Government sought time till Tuesday to file its response in the matter. Accepting the request, the court adjourned the case and fixed it for further hearing on June 3. Earlier, the High Court had issued notices to the Punjab Director General of Police, the Senior Superintendent of Police (Rural), Amritsar, and the Station House Officer of…
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‘0003’ Fetches Rs 37.63 Lakh in Chandigarh Fancy Number Auction
02 Jun

‘0003’ Fetches Rs 37.63 Lakh in Chandigarh Fancy Number Auction

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, Punjab,
Vehicle registration auction generates over Rs 4 crore; ‘0001’ settles for second-highest bid Gurpreet Singh :- The craze for fancy vehicle registration numbers continues to soar in Chandigarh, with bidders shelling out hefty sums to secure premium numbers. In the latest auction conducted by the Registering and Licensing Authority (RLA), the registration number CH-01-DE-0003 emerged as the highest-priced number, attracting a winning bid of Rs 37.63 lakh. Interestingly, the highly sought-after ‘0001’ number, which traditionally commands the highest bids, finished second this time with a bid of Rs 23.55 lakh, well below the amount paid for ‘0003’. The online auction…
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