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CM Bhagwant Mann Meets Dutch Hockey Legend Floris Jan Bovelander, Invites Him to Meet Punjab’s Athletes
22 Apr

CM Bhagwant Mann Meets Dutch Hockey Legend Floris Jan Bovelander, Invites Him to Meet Punjab’s Athletes

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, Sports, Trending, ,
CHANDIGARH (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Tuesday reached out to celebrated Dutch hockey legend Floris Jan Bovelander, offering to utilise his expertise to further strengthen hockey in Punjab, particularly in the run-up to the prestigious Asian Champions Trophy. During a detailed meeting, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann discussed the broader ecosystem of hockey and sports in Punjab, emphasising the government’s commitment to restoring the pristine glory of the national game. He lauded Floris Jan Bovelander’s exceptional skills and immense contribution to hockey, noting that his remarkable journey continues to inspire young players across the globe. Inviting the…
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Impact of ‘Gangstran Te Vaar’, Punjab sees decline in gangster-related murders, firing incidents
22 Apr

Impact of ‘Gangstran Te Vaar’, Punjab sees decline in gangster-related murders, firing incidents

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, Trending
MOHALI (Gurpreet Singh): The success of the Punjab Police-led ‘Gangstran Te Vaar’ operation is not limited to the number of arrests of notorious individuals and recoveries of drugs. The operation has struck at the core of gangster networks, leading to a significant decline in the crime rate across the state. The sustained efforts of Punjab Police personnel have resulted in a steep drop in organised crime within three months of the launch of ‘Gangstran Te Vaar’. The state has recorded a 100% decline in gangster-linked murder cases. From four gangster- linked murders reported in January, the number dropped to zero…
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Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann woos Dutch investors during global outreach tour
21 Apr

Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann woos Dutch investors during global outreach tour

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Continuing global outreach to promote investment and deepen international partnerships, the Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann undertook a series of engagements to further strengthen economic cooperation and fostering people-to-people connect. During strategic interaction with the Netherlands India Chamber of Commerce & Trade, led by its Chairperson Ms. Edith Nordmann, the Chief Minister batted for enhancing bilateral business linkages and promoting investment flows between Punjab and the Netherlands. He also highlighted Punjab’s strategic focus on value addition, export-led growth, and integration with global supply chains, particularly in sectors such as food processing and manufacturing. Bhagwant Singh Mann…
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Poshan Pakhwada 2026 Promotes Healthy Childhood Through Innovation & Community Engagement
21 Apr

Poshan Pakhwada 2026 Promotes Healthy Childhood Through Innovation & Community Engagement

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Chandigarh (Naval Kishore): A State-level event under Poshan Pakhwada was successfully held at Snehalaya, Maloya, focusing on a “DIY Toy Making Workshop” to encourage early childhood development through creative, low-cost learning tools. The event was graced by Smt. Anuradha S. Chagti, Secretary, Social Welfare, Women and Child Development, Chandigarh Administration, along with Ms. Radhika Singh, Director of the department. Anganwadi workers, parents, and officials actively participated in the programme. Organized in collaboration with NGO Kachhi Sadak, the workshop highlighted the use of locally available materials to create educational toys. Experts, including doctors from PGIMER, emphasized reducing children’s screen time and…
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National Lok Adalat to Be Held in Chandigarh on May 9
21 Apr

National Lok Adalat to Be Held in Chandigarh on May 9

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Chandigarh (Naval Kishore): The National Legal Services Authority, U.T. Chandigarh, will organize a National Lok Adalat on May 9, 2026, to facilitate amicable settlement of pending cases. Individuals interested in resolving their disputes through mutual compromise in District Courts and various tribunals across Chandigarh are encouraged to approach the office of the District Legal Services Authority Chandigarh to get their cases listed for the upcoming Lok Adalat. A wide range of cases will be taken up during the Lok Adalat, including criminal compoundable offences, cheque bounce matters under the Negotiable Instruments Act (Section 138), money recovery cases, motor accident claims,…
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Raja Warring Seeks Ban on ‘Lawrence of Punjab’, Calls Series a Glorification of Gangster Culture
21 Apr

Raja Warring Seeks Ban on ‘Lawrence of Punjab’, Calls Series a Glorification of Gangster Culture

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsEntertainment, Politics, Punjab, Trending, , , , ,
Gurpreet Singh :- The controversy surrounding the documentary series “Lawrence of Punjab,” based on gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, has intensified, drawing sharp reactions from political quarters in Punjab. The series, linked to the conspiracy behind singer Sidhu Moosewala’s murder, has sparked a divided public response, with critics alleging it glorifies criminal elements. Punjab Congress president Amarinder Singh Raja Warring has strongly opposed the series, demanding an immediate ban. He announced plans to move a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) in the High Court, asserting that the content is not mere entertainment but a “slap in the face of society.” Sharing his views…
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DSP Yogesh Kumar Dies of Gunshot Injury at Kapurthala Police Quarters; Probe Underway
21 Apr

DSP Yogesh Kumar Dies of Gunshot Injury at Kapurthala Police Quarters; Probe Underway

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Gurpreet Singh :- A Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) serving with the Anti-Narcotics Task Force (ANTF), Yogesh Kumar, died after sustaining a gunshot injury at his official residence in police quarters on Tuesday morning, officials said. Authorities have launched an investigation to ascertain whether the incident was a case of suicide or an accidental discharge of a firearm. The incident occurred around 7:30 am while the officer was at home with his family, including his wife, parents, son and daughter. He was immediately rushed to a private hospital in Jalandhar, where doctors declared him brought dead. Confirming the development, Kapurthala…
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Amritpal Singh Faces Fresh Arrest in Ajnala Case as NSA Detention Nears End
21 Apr

Amritpal Singh Faces Fresh Arrest in Ajnala Case as NSA Detention Nears End

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsEntertainment, Punjab, Trending
Gurpreet Singh :- Punjab Police has reached Dibrugarh in Assam to initiate the arrest of Khadoor Sahib MP Amritpal Singh in connection with the Ajnala police station incident, as his detention under the National Security Act (NSA) is set to expire on April 22. Currently lodged in Dibrugarh jail, Amritpal is likely to be brought to Punjab on a production warrant as part of legal proceedings in the case linked to the February 2023 violence. The case pertains to the attack on the Ajnala police station, where Amritpal Singh and his समर्थਕਾਂ were accused of breaching barricades and clashing with…
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Explosion at Scrap Shop Near Ludhiana Leaves One Dead, Another Injured
21 Apr

Explosion at Scrap Shop Near Ludhiana Leaves One Dead, Another Injured

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Gurpreet Singh :- Panic gripped Hambra, a town on the outskirts of Ludhiana, after a powerful explosion occurred at a local scrap shop on Tuesday. The incident took place when two workers were reportedly burning scrap to extract metal, during which an unidentified object was thrown into the fire, triggering a sudden blast. Loud explosion draws large crowd to the spotEyewitnesses said the impact of the explosion was so intense that it was heard across a considerable distance, prompting residents to rush to the site. Locals immediately alerted emergency services, and the injured were shifted to a nearby hospital. One…
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Heatwave Alert for Punjab, Chandigarh as Mercury Soars Across Region
21 Apr

Heatwave Alert for Punjab, Chandigarh as Mercury Soars Across Region

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, Trending,
Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Residents across Punjab and Chandigarh are bracing for a spell of intense heat after the Meteorological Department issued a yellow alert for four days, from April 21 to April 24, warning of rising temperatures and persistently warm nights. Weather data shows a noticeable increase in temperatures, now running over 3 degrees Celsius above the seasonal average. More than 20 districts in Punjab are already witnessing temperatures above 35°C, signaling the onset of heatwave-like conditions in several areas. Among the hottest locations, Bathinda recorded a high of 41°C, while Ludhiana and Patiala hovered close to 40°C. Chandigarh also…
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