Punjab

Heavy Rain Alert Issued for Punjab and Chandigarh as Active Monsoon Set to Intensify

Heavy Rain Alert Issued for Punjab and Chandigarh as Active Monsoon Set to Intensify

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has sounded an orange alert for Punjab and Chandigarh, warning of heavy rainfall, thunderstorms and strong winds over the next 48 hours as monsoon activity strengthens across the region. Weather officials said several districts witnessed scattered showers over the past day, bringing a slight dip in daytime temperatures while night temperatures edged up marginally. Despite these fluctuations, temperatures across the state remain close to seasonal averages. Among the districts that received notable rainfall, Abohar in Fazilka topped the chart with 15.5 mm, closely followed by Gurdaspur with 15.4 mm. Other areas that…
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Punjab Government Expands Primary Healthcare Network With 100 New Aam Aadmi Clinics

Punjab Government Expands Primary Healthcare Network With 100 New Aam Aadmi Clinics

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Reaffirming its commitment to providing free and quality healthcare services near the doorsteps of the people, the Punjab Government, under the leadership of Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Singh Mann, has launched 100 more Aam Aadmi Clinics across the state. The campaign was formally inaugurated today by Health and Family Welfare Minister Dr. Balbir Singh, who dedicated the newly constructed Aam Aadmi Clinic at Vikas Nagar in Patiala Rural. With the addition of these new clinics, the total number of Aam Aadmi Clinics in Punjab has increased to 1,090. As part of this initiative, Cabinet Ministers, MLAs and…
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AAP Hails Dharmendra Pradhan’s Resignation as Victory for Country’s Youth

AAP Hails Dharmendra Pradhan’s Resignation as Victory for Country’s Youth

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Punjab on Saturday welcomed the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, describing it as a historic victory for lakhs of students and youth who had been fighting relentlessly against paper leaks, examination irregularities and the anti-student policies of the BJP-led Central Government. Earlier in the day, AAP organised statewide ‘Thali Bajao, Tanashah Bhagao’ protest demonstrations across Punjab against the Centre’s anti-student policies. AAP ministers, MPs, MLAs, office-bearers and thousands of party workers took to the streets in every district, expressing solidarity with students and demanding accountability from the Central Government over…
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Beneficiaries Commend Punjab’s DBT Mechanism Under Mukh Mantri Mawan Dheeyan Satkar Yojana

Beneficiaries Commend Punjab’s DBT Mechanism Under Mukh Mantri Mawan Dheeyan Satkar Yojana

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The Bhagwant Mann Government’s decision to transfer financial assistance directly into the bank accounts of women under the Mukh Mantri Mawan Dheeyan Satkar Yojana has received an overwhelming response from beneficiaries across the state. Women have praised the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system, saying it has ensured transparency, convenience and financial empowerment by placing the money directly in their hands. Under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, the Punjab Government has so far disbursed ₹1,149 crore to about 33 lakh women through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system under the scheme. Eligible beneficiaries belonging to the…
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Punjab Citizens Determined to Re-Elect AAP in 2027, Asserts Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann

Punjab Citizens Determined to Re-Elect AAP in 2027, Asserts Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann

Moga (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Saturday asserted that the people of Punjab have already made up their minds to re-elect the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government in 2027, saying the overwhelming public response to the government’s pro-people initiatives reflects the trust it has earned over the past four years. During a Lok Milni programme at village Charik in Moga, the Chief Minister said transformative initiatives such as free electricity for 90% of households, the ₹10 lakh Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna, financial assistance for women, record expansion of canal irrigation, transparent government recruitment on merit and…
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Punjab Police Secures Return of Wanted Gangster from Indonesia After Months-Long International Operation

Punjab Police Secures Return of Wanted Gangster from Indonesia After Months-Long International Operation

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): In a major achievement in its campaign against organised crime, Punjab Police has brought back alleged gangster Jobanjit Singh alias Joban Billa from Indonesia following a coordinated international operation spanning several months. Officials said the accused, who had been on the run and was allegedly operating from overseas, was deported from Jakarta and taken into police custody upon his arrival in Punjab. The operation was executed by the Anti-Gangster Task Force (AGTF) in collaboration with OFTEC Punjab, central law enforcement agencies, and international counterparts. Investigators described the mission as a significant step in tracking down fugitives attempting…
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AAP Stages Statewide ‘Thali Bajao’ Agitation in Punjab, Intensifies Attack on BJP Over NEET Controversy

AAP Stages Statewide ‘Thali Bajao’ Agitation in Punjab, Intensifies Attack on BJP Over NEET Controversy

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Saturday organised coordinated demonstrations across Punjab, stepping up its campaign against the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) over the alleged NEET paper leak and issues surrounding the country's examination system. The protests, held under the banner “Thali Bajao, Tanashahi Bhagao”, saw party workers gathering in districts across the state to voice support for students. Protesters assembled at public places, carrying placards and beating steel plates as a symbolic gesture against what the party described as the Centre’s failure to protect the interests of young aspirants. Senior party leaders joined the district-level programmes,…
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Padma Shri Hans Raj Hans Returns with the Grand Musical Celebration “Aaja Doven Nachiye”; First Look Unveiled

Padma Shri Hans Raj Hans Returns with the Grand Musical Celebration “Aaja Doven Nachiye”; First Look Unveiled

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Legendary Singer and Music Wizard Padma Shri awardee Hans Raj Hans is all set to enthrall music lovers once again with his upcoming Punjabi single “Aaja Doven Nachiye.” The makers have unveiled the vibrant First-look Poster and Teaser, creating excitement among fans ahead of the song’s release. Presented by WaveKano Music and Harpreet Sekhon, the song promises to be a celebration of love, togetherness and Punjabi music. The project features Yuvraaj Hans who is first time appearing in any of his father's projects. The star cast also includes talented Sakshi Sharma, Harpreet Sekhon, Raj Dhaliwal, Arsh Naagra,…
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Over 72 Lakh Women Register Under Maavan Dheeyan Satkar Yojna, Says AAP

Over 72 Lakh Women Register Under Maavan Dheeyan Satkar Yojna, Says AAP

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Aam Aadmi Party Punjab Media In-charge Baltej Pannu stated that over 72.56 lakh women aged 18 and above have registered for the state's flagship Maavan Dheeyan Satkar Yojna, showcasing significant public participation in the welfare initiative. Addressing a press conference in Chandigarh, Pannu announced that women whose registrations were finalized in later phases will receive a consolidated three-month instalment credited directly into their bank accounts on August 1. Ludhiana recorded the highest number of enrollments with over 7.86 lakh applicants, followed by Patiala and Amritsar. Highlighting the state's public health delivery, Pannu shared updated figures for the…
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Shiromani Akali Dal Youth Leader Hanish Bansal Joins Aam Aadmi Party in Mansa

Shiromani Akali Dal Youth Leader Hanish Bansal Joins Aam Aadmi Party in Mansa

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The Shiromani Akali Dal (Badal) faced a setback in Mansa as its District Youth President, Hanish Bansal, officially joined the Aam Aadmi Party alongside several of his supporters. The formal induction took place in the presence of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann's Officer on Special Duty, Rajbir Ghuman, who welcomed Bansal into the party fold by presenting him with a ceremonial siropa. Hanish Bansal, who has held multiple key administrative positions during his long association with the Shiromani Akali Dal, stated that his decision was inspired by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann's governance model and public-centric initiatives. He pledged…
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