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04 Mar

Punjab Government’s ‘War Against Drugs’ Campaign Earns Praise from Harchand Singh Barsat

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Mohali, March 4, 2025 – The Punjab government’s ‘War Against Drugs’ campaign has been lauded as a commendable step by AAP leader and Punjab Mandi Board Chairman Harchand Singh Barsat. He stated that under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, the government is committed to eradicating drugs from Punjab and saving the youth from addiction.Barsat emphasized that strict action is being taken against drug traffickers, and the initiative will prove to be a major breakthrough in making Punjab drug-free. He urged social organizations, religious groups, and the general public to actively support the campaign, stressing that public participation…

04 Mar

Daily Yoga Sessions in Navan Gaon Transforming Lives, Say Locals

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SAS Nagar, March 4, 2025 – Under the Punjab government’s “CM Di Yogshala” initiative, daily yoga sessions in Navan Gaon are receiving a tremendous response, with locals experiencing noticeable health benefits. SDM Gurmandar Singh stated that yoga trainer Divya conducts six sessions daily at different locations, ensuring widespread participation.The sessions take place throughout the day, beginning at 5 AM in Adarsh Nagar and concluding at 7:15 PM in Shiv Nagar, providing flexibility for participants to join as per their schedules. Each class accommodates at least 25 individuals, with professional trainers guiding them. The initiative aims to help people overcome chronic…

04 Mar

No Place for Drug Smugglers in Punjab: Health Minister Dr. Balbir Singh Vows Rehabilitation and Stricter Oversight of De-Addiction Centres

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SAS Nagar, March 4: In continuation of Chief Minister, Punjab Bhagwant Singh Mann's 'Yuddh Nasheya Viruddh' campaign, action against drug smugglers and traffickers has been launched in the state on a war footing so that Punjab can be completely freed from the menace of drugs, said Punjab Minister for Health and Family Welfare, at Mohali, today. Punjab Health and Family Welfare Minister Dr. Balbir Singh while addressing the media after holding a meeting with the private de-addiction centres of the district at the local Government De-addiction and Rehabilitation Centre, said that during the campaign to create a drug-free society, the…

04 Mar

Punjab Women’s Commission Seeks Response from Pastor Bajinder Singh Over Harassment Allegations

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Chandigarh, March 4, 2025 – The Punjab State Women's Commission has taken serious note of allegations of molestation and harassment against Pastor Bajinder Singh and has sought his response by March 6, 2025.Invoking the Punjab State Women's Commission Act, 2001, the Commission reaffirmed its zero-tolerance policy towards harassment and stressed that the case directly concerns the safety and dignity of women. Chairperson Raj Lali Gill urged the Punjab Government and relevant authorities to ensure strict action is taken.The allegations have sparked widespread outrage, with women’s organizations and social activists condemning the incident and calling for severe punishment for the accused.

04 Mar

Punjab & Haryana High Court Seeks Response from Punjab Government on Bulldozer Action Against Drug Peddlers

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Chandigarh (National Times): The Punjab & Haryana High Court on Monday sought a response from the Punjab Government and other relevant authorities regarding a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) filed against the alleged bulldozer action taken by Punjab Police to demolish properties of suspected drug peddlers. The PIL argues that such actions violate guidelines issued by the Supreme Court, which prohibit demolishing homes or properties merely because individuals are accused or convicted of crimes. It also raises concerns about the implementation of provisions under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act in such cases. The move comes after reports surfaced…

04 Mar

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann Warns Striking Tehsildars: “You May Go, Government Will Hire More”

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Chandigarh (National Times): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Tuesday conducted a surprise inspection at the Tehsil office in Kharar amid the ongoing strike by Tehsildars. Addressing the protest, CM Mann made it clear that the government would not bow to pressure, stating that those on strike were free to leave, and replacements would be hired. His remarks come after he issued a stern warning to the agitating officers, asserting that while they could continue their strike, the public would ultimately decide when and where they would be allowed to rejoin duty. The Chief Minister had already set a 5…

03 Mar

Pastor Bajinder Singh Rejects Sexual Assault Allegations, Calls It a Conspiracy

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Kapurthala, Punjab (National Times)– Pastor Bajinder Singh, a self-styled Christian prophet, has denied allegations of sexual assault, calling them false and fabricated. The Kapurthala Police have registered a case against him following a complaint by a woman who claimed she was a disciple of the pastor and accused him of inappropriate behavior and unwanted advances. In his defense, Singh stated that the woman had been suffering from an "evil spirit" and had come to him for prayers and healing. "She was experiencing fits and sought spiritual help. Now, these false accusations are being made against me," he claimed. Dismissing the…

02 Mar

Punjab and Haryana High Court Issues Contempt Notice Over IAS Officer’s Transfer

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Chandigarh, March 3, 2025 – The Punjab and Haryana High Court has issued contempt notices to both the former and current chief secretaries of Punjab for violating court orders regarding the transfer of IAS officer Amit Kumar to Chandigarh. The transfer was carried out despite a prior directive that no such move should be made without the court’s approval.Additionally, the court directed that all case documents be submitted to the office of the Additional Solicitor General of India, as the Centre has been named a party in the matter. Case Background and Court Proceedings The case stems from a petition…

01 Mar

Gangster Injured in Retaliatory Fire While Fleeing Custody in Dera Bassi; Punjab Police Recover Pistol

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CHANDIGARH/SAS NAGAR, March 1: In a major action by the SAS Nagar Police and Punjab Anti-Gangster Task Force (AGTF) amidst the ongoing fight against organised crime launched on the directions of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, Gangster Malkiat alias Maxi sustained bullet injury on his left leg while unsuccessfully attempting to escape from the police custody near Ghagar bridge on Zirakpur-Ambala Highway in Dera Bassi, said Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab Gaurav Yadav here on Saturday. Gangster Maxi, a native of village Rodala in Rajasansi Amritsar, is an operative of foreign-based terrorist Goldy Brar and Gangster Goldy Dhillon and…

01 Mar

Punjab’s War on Drugs: Special DGP Leads Statewide Crackdown, ₹600 Cr Drug Smuggler Assets Seized, ₹40 Cr Approved for CCTV in Border Areas

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SAS Nagar, March 1, 2025: In line with the strategy of the Bhagwant Singh Maan Government of Punjab to root out drugs under the 'war against drugs', a special corsin and searching operation was conducted in Balongi area led by Special DGP (Law and Order) Arpit Shukla at Mohali today. He said that a statewide special searching campaign was started today in 228 hot-spot areas falling under the 25 districts and Three Commissionerates of Punjab under 'Cordon and Search Operation' (CASO). He said that the senior police officers of Punjab Police have been sent today to lead and supervise the…