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12 Feb

MLA Randhawa Pays Tribute at Gurdwaras on Guru Ravidas Ji’s Parkash Purab

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabGuru Ravidas Ji, MLA Kuljit Singh Randhawa, Parkash Purab

Dera Bassi, February 12 – On the auspicious occasion of Sri Guru Ravidas Ji’s Parkash Purab, MLA Kuljit Singh Randhawa visited multiple Gurdwaras across the region to pay his respects and offered prayers for peace and prosperity. He extended warm greetings to the Sangat (devotees) and urged everyone to follow the teachings of Guru Ravidas Ji, which emphasize equality, love, and truthfulness.MLA Randhawa’s Spiritual Journey Across GurdwarasRandhawa paid obeisance at Gurdwaras in Bakarpur, Dera Jagadhri, Dhanoni, Mohammadpur, Janetpur, Pahari Gate (Dera Bassi), Samgoli, Kheri Jattan, Jandali, Tarark, Dharmgarh, Sadhanpur, Lalru, Baltana, and Zirakpur, among others.During his visits, he listened to…

12 Feb

DC Uma Shankar Gupta Visits Historic Baradari and Keshopur Chhamb in Dinanagar

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabBaradari, Dinanagar, Maharaja Ranjit Singh, Punjab heritage

Dinanagar, February 12 – Deputy Commissioner Uma Shankar Gupta visited the historic Baradari of Sher-e-Punjab Maharaja Ranjit Singh and Keshopur Chhamb Community Reserve in Dinanagar today. Accompanying him were SDM Dinanagar Jaspinder Singh Bhullar (IAS), representatives of the Gurdaspur District Heritage Society, and other officials.Preserving the Legacy of Maharaja Ranjit SinghDuring his visit to the historic Baradari, DC Uma Shankar Gupta learned about its rich past. He highlighted that Gurdaspur district holds immense historical significance and noted that Maharaja Ranjit Singh used to spend the summer months of May and June in Dinanagar, which led to it being regarded as…

11 Feb

Chandigarh Witnesses a Mesmerizing Showcase of Kerala’s Traditional and Folk Dances

nishuthapar10 CommentsPunjabCultural Heritage, Folk Performances, Kerala Tourism, Traditional Dance

Chandigarh, February 11, 2025: The Kerala Tourism Department organized a grand cultural event in Chandigarh, bringing the state’s rich folk and classical art forms to life. Held at The Lalit Chandigarh, the event captivated an audience of over 200 with breathtaking performances of Theyyam, Mohiniyattam, Kathakali, and Kalaripayattu.The evening commenced with Mohiniyattam, a graceful dance inspired by Lord Vishnu’s female avatar, Mohini. Dancers, dressed in elegant white and gold attire, enchanted spectators with their fluid expressions and delicate movements.Following this, Theyyam, known for its elaborate masks and dramatic storytelling, enthralled the audience. The energy continued with Kathakali, a dance-drama distinguished…

11 Feb

“Virsa Punjab Pride Awards” to Honor Artists Preserving Punjabi Culture

nishuthapar10 CommentsEntertainment, PunjabCultural Preservation, Global Recognition, Punjabi Heritage, Traditional Arts, Virsa Punjab Pride Award

Mohali, February 11: Artists who have played a crucial role in preserving and promoting Punjab’s rich heritage on a global platform will be honored with the "Virsa Punjab Pride Award." The grand event is set to take place on February 18 at Swami Vivekananda Group of Colleges, Banur-Rajpura Road.Providing more details about the event, Monika Ghai, the chief organizer, stated that the award aims to recognize individuals who have significantly contributed to elevating Punjabi culture worldwide. She emphasized that the initiative seeks to inspire the younger generation to connect with their roots and take pride in their heritage.Monika further added…

11 Feb

Chandigarh Declares Public Holiday on February 12 for Sri Guru Ravi Dass Ji’s Jayanti

nishuthapar10 CommentsPunjabChandigarh holiday, public holiday, Sri Guru Ravi Dass Jayanti

Chandigarh, February 11, 2025: The Chandigarh Administration has declared a public holiday on February 12 in observance of Sri Guru Ravi Dass Ji’s birth anniversary. All government offices, boards, corporations, and institutions, including industrial establishments, will remain closed on this day.The announcement follows the annual tradition of honoring Guru Ravi Dass Ji, a revered spiritual leader and social reformer known for his teachings on equality, humanity, and devotion. His legacy continues to inspire millions across the country.

11 Feb

AAP Government in Punjab on Brink of Collapse, BJP Declares ‘Countdown Has Begun

nishuthapar10 CommentsPunjabAAP, Arvind Kejriwal, Bhagwant Mann, Manish Tewari, Punjab political instability

New Delhi, February 11, 2025 (ANI): As uncertainty looms over the stability of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government in Punjab, senior Congress MP Manish Tewari has warned that any political turmoil in the border state could have "very severe national repercussions."Tewari emphasized Punjab’s strategic significance, criticizing the central leadership for failing to understand the complexities of the state. "Punjab is a border state. Our western neighbor is always hyperactive in trying to subvert and destroy its peace. Therefore, political instability here will have severe national repercussions. Delhi has never understood Punjab and unfortunately, never will," he said. He also…

10 Feb

Two Suspected Criminals Injured in Police Encounter After Attempted Escape in Amritsar

nishuthapar10 CommentsPunjabAmritsar, Encounter, Punjab Police

Amritsar, February 10, 2025: Two suspected criminals, allegedly linked to the recent blast outside the non-functional Fatehgarh police post, were injured in a brief encounter with the police after attempting to escape custody on Sunday night. The suspects, identified as Karandeep Singh and Buta Singh, are believed to be part of a terror module connected to gangster-turned-terrorist Harpreet Singh, also known as Happy Passian.The incident took place near the Rajasansi area of Amritsar around 11 PM. Acting on a tip-off about the movement of three suspects involved in the Fatehgarh Churian blast, police teams swiftly apprehended Lovepreet Singh, Karandeep Singh,…

10 Feb

Punjab Police Cracks Down on Multinational Human Trafficking Nexus: SIT Registers Multiple FIRs Against Fraudulent Immigration Agents

nishuthapar10 CommentsPunjabfraudulent immigration agents, multinational human trafficking nexus, Punjab Police human trafficking crackdown, SIT Punjab

Chandigarh, February 10, 2025: In a major crackdown on fraudulent immigration consultants and human trafficking networks, the Punjab Police’s Special Investigation Team (SIT) has launched an extensive operation to dismantle a multinational human trafficking nexus operating across the region. This decisive action comes in response to complaints from Indian citizens recently deported from the United States, who landed in Amritsar after being defrauded by unscrupulous travel agents promising illegal entry into the U.S. The SIT, headed by ADGP NRI Affairs Praveen Sinha, has registered eight FIRs so far—two filed by district police and six by the NRI Affairs Wing—based on…

10 Feb

BJP’s Tarun Chugh Claims ‘Countdown’ for Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann Has Started After AAP’s Delhi Defeat

nishuthapar10 CommentsPunjabAAP, Arvind Kejriwal, Bhagwant Mann, BJP, Delhi Assembly Elections 2025, Punjab politics, Tarun Chugh

New Delhi, February 10, 2025: Following the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) resounding victory in the Delhi Assembly elections, BJP National General Secretary Tarun Chugh claimed that the people of Delhi have "punished" Arvind Kejriwal and the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) for alleged corruption. Chugh asserted that the "countdown" for Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has now begun, suggesting that AAP may face similar political challenges in Punjab. He remarked that the people of Punjab are eager to free the state from "AAP-da" governance, accusing AAP of being controlled by leaders in Delhi who allegedly shield the mafia operating within Punjab.Chugh’s…

10 Feb

Giani Harpreet Singh Removed as Jathedar of Takht Sri Damdama Sahib; Giani Jagtar Singh Appointed as Acting Jathedar

nishuthapar10 CommentsPunjabGiani Harpreet Singh removal, Giani Jagtar Singh appointed, SGPC, Takht Sri Damdama Sahib

Amritsar (Punjab), February 10, 2025: In a significant shift within the Sikh religious leadership, the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) has officially removed Giani Harpreet Singh from his position as the Jathedar of Takht Sri Damdama Sahib. The decision, taken by the SGPC’s In-charge Committee, which oversees the administration of Sikh religious institutions, has led to the appointment of Giani Jagtar Singh as the acting Jathedar with immediate effect.Takht Sri Damdama Sahib, located in Talwandi Sabo, Punjab, is one of the five Takhts (seats of temporal authority) in Sikhism, making the position of Jathedar highly influential within the Sikh community.…