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11 Mar

President Droupadi Murmu Praises Punjab’s Legacy at Civic Reception in Mohali

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabcivic reception, Green Revolution, Mohali, President Droupadi Murmu, Punjab

Mohali, March 11, 2025 – President Droupadi Murmu attended a civic reception hosted by the Government of Punjab in Mohali today. In her address, she highlighted Punjab’s rich legacy of sacrifice, service, and progress, calling it a land of martyrs and revolutionaries. Tribute to Punjab’s Heritage President Murmu praised Punjab’s pivotal role in India's freedom struggle. She said that with the inspiration of the Gurus, the state has produced heroes who have shaped the nation’s history through courage and sacrifice.She also acknowledged Punjab's tradition of seva (selfless service), noting how the langar in Gurdwaras worldwide remains open to all without…

11 Mar

Punjab Police Signs MoUs with Raahgiri and Urban Lab Foundations to Boost Road Safety and Public Awareness

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Chandigarh, March 11: In a significant step towards enhancing road safety, enforcement, urban mobility and public awareness, Punjab Police signed two Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with Raahgiri Foundation and The Urban Lab Foundation at Punjab Police Headquarter here. These MoUs were signed by Shelly Kulshreshtra and Abhijeet Lokre through a hybrid mode, connecting both online and offline in the presence of Additional Director General of Police (ADGP) Traffic and Road Safety AS Rai and Sarika Panda Bhatt. Appreciating ADGP AS Rai and team for their dedication towards safer roads, Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab Gaurav Yadav said that Punjab…

10 Mar

Punjab Police Arrests FBI-Wanted Drug Lord Shawn Bhinder in Ludhiana, Key Figure in Global Cocaine Smuggling Network

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CHANDIGARH/TARN TARAN, March 10: In a major breakthrough amidst the ongoing anti-drugs campaign ‘Yudh Nashian Virudh’ launched on the directions of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, Tarn Taran police has arrested Big Fish Shehnaz Singh, also known as Shawn Bhinder, an Indian-origin International drug lord wanted by the USA-based intelligence and security agency Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), said Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab Gaurav Yadav here on Monday. The arrested accused Shawn Bhinder, a native of village Mandiala in Batala and had been residing in Brampton in Canada, was wanted by the FBI in one of the largest…

10 Mar

Farmers Protest Outside Dera Bassi MLA’s Office, Raising Strong Slogans

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabDera Bassi, Farmers protest, MLA Kuljit Singh Randhawa, Punjab government, Samyukt Kisan Morcha

Dera Bassi, March 10 – Farmers from various organizations under the banner of the Samyukt Kisan Morcha staged a massive protest outside the office of Dera Bassi MLA Kuljit Singh Randhawa at the local truck union. The protest was led by farmer leaders, including Manpreet Singh Amlala, Karam Singh Barauli (BKU Lakhowal), Lakhwinder Singh Happy Malkapur, Gurbhajan Singh Dharmgarh (BKU Ugrahan), Karam Singh Karkaur, Avtar Singh Jawaharpur (BKU Rajewal), and others. Labor leaders and representatives from multiple farmer unions also participated, demanding solutions to their long-pending issues with the Punjab government.The situation took an unexpected turn when MLA Kuljit Singh…

10 Mar

Bikram Majithia Ordered to Appear for Investigation by Supreme Court

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabBikram Majithia, Investigation, Punjab politics, Shiromani Akali Dal, Supreme Court

New Delhi, March 10, 2025 – The Supreme Court of India has directed senior Akali leader Bikram Singh Majithia to join an ongoing investigation, rejecting any immediate relief in a case linked to his alleged criminal activities. The court has set March 17, 2025, at 11:00 AM as the mandatory appearance date at the investigation headquarters in Patiala. Court’s Orders and Observations The bench, comprising Justice J.K. Maheshwari and Justice Aravind Kumar, reviewed the arguments from both sides and concluded that Majithia must comply with the investigation process. His legal team assured the court that he would be present for…

10 Mar

Traffic Chaos in Zirakpur as President Droupadi Murmu’s Convoy Passes Through

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabChandigarh Traffic, Droupadi Murmu, Presidential Convoy, Security Measures, Zirakpur Jam

Heavy Traffic Disruptions Due to Security Measures in ChandigarhChandigarh/Zirakpur, March 10: President Droupadi Murmu arrived in Chandigarh today as part of her three-day visit to Punjab, Haryana, and Chandigarh, which will continue until March 12. During her visit, she is scheduled to attend and address various programs in the city.On Monday evening, as soon as the President's convoy reached Chandigarh, the city’s traffic police halted movement at the old airport lights to ensure a smooth passage. This led to a massive traffic jam in Zirakpur, causing significant inconvenience for commuters. Despite the disruption, Chandigarh police assured that necessary measures, including…

10 Mar

President Murmu Begins Punjab-Haryana Visit, To Attend Key Events

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabBrahma Kumaris Golden Jubilee, Haryana Convocation, President Murmu Visit, Punjab Events

Chandigarh, March 10, 2025 – Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann extended a warm welcome to President Droupadi Murmu as she arrived in Chandigarh today for a three-day visit to Punjab, Haryana, and Chandigarh.The President’s tour, scheduled from March 10 to 12, includes participation in major academic and social events across the region.Key Events on President Murmu’s ItineraryOn March 10, President Murmu will attend the convocation ceremony of Guru Jambheshwar University of Science and Technology, Hisar. Later, she will launch the 'Spiritual Education for Holistic Well-Being' campaign by the Brahma Kumaris, marking their golden jubilee celebrations in Hisar.On March 11, she…

10 Mar

SGPC Installs Jathedar in Surprise Midnight Ceremony Amid Sikh Opposition

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAkal Takht, Jathedar Appointment, SGPC, Takht Kesgarh Sahib

Sri Anandpur Sahib, March 10, 2025 – In an unexpected pre-dawn move, the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) installed Giani Kuldeep Singh Gargaj as the jathedar of Takht Kesgarh Sahib at 2:45 AM, seven hours before the scheduled ceremony. The decision came after Nihang outfits threatened to disrupt the event and several Sikh organizations announced a boycott over the controversial removal of previous jathedars.Giani Gargaj, 40, was also given additional charge as acting jathedar of Akal Takht, Sikhism’s highest temporal authority in Amritsar. The rushed appointment, conducted in the presence of the Panj Pyare (five beloved ones) of Akal Takht,…

09 Mar

Women’s Day Celebrated with Empowering Health Initiatives at Indus International Hospital

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Dera Bassi, March 9, 2025 – Department of Advanced Medical Education at Indus International Hospital, Dera Bassi, celebrated International Women’s Day with a focus on empowering women through health awareness and community support. The event aimed to educate women on essential health issues while fostering a network where women uplift one another.Chief Guest MC Pradhan, Mrs. Anshu Upneja, emphasized the growing leadership of women in various fields and encouraged more women to pursue education and professional careers. Dr. Vandana Sharma, Director of Administration Indus Group of Hospitals, highlighted that the purpose of celebrating Women’s Day at the hospital was to…

09 Mar

Punjabi Music Producer Pinky Dhaliwal Arrested After Sunanda Sharma’s Explosive Allegations

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsEntertainment, PunjabPinky Dhaliwal arrest, Punjabi music industry, Sunanda Sharma allegations

Mohali, March 9, 2025: Punjabi music producer Pinky Dhaliwal has been arrested by Punjab Police following serious allegations made by singer Sunanda Sharma. The arrest came after an FIR was registered at Mataur Police Station under the direction of Punjab State Commission for Women Chairperson Raj Lali Gill. The case has sent shockwaves through the Punjabi music industry. Sunanda Sharma Accuses Dhaliwal of Exploitation Sharma, known for her hit songs, took to social media to allege that Dhaliwal withheld her payments, issued threats, and attempted to control her career. She claimed that for years, she was denied her rightful earnings…