Punjab

Man Shot Dead After Being Lured Outside Home in Tarn Taran Village
19 Apr

Man Shot Dead After Being Lured Outside Home in Tarn Taran Village

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab,
Gurpreet Singh :- A man was shot dead by unidentified assailants in Gandiwind Dhattal village of Tarn Taran district in a targeted attack that has raised concerns in the area. According to initial information, the victim, identified as Atma Singh, was at his residence when two unknown individuals called him outside. As soon as he stepped out after opening the door, the assailants, who were already waiting, opened fire at him using a pistol. He sustained multiple gunshot injuries and died on the spot before any medical assistance could be provided. The attackers fled the scene immediately after carrying out…
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Fire Destroys Wheat Crop of Two Brothers in Fazilka Village, Locals Extend Financial Aid
19 Apr

Fire Destroys Wheat Crop of Two Brothers in Fazilka Village, Locals Extend Financial Aid

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsEntertainment, Punjab, Trending,
Gurpreet Singh :- A major fire triggered by an alleged short circuit reduced the standing wheat crop of two farmer brothers to ashes in Pakka Chishti, a border village in Fazilka district, causing significant financial distress to the family dependent on just four acres of land. According to information, the farmers had begun harvesting their fully matured crop near the Indo-Pak border fencing when sparks from overhead power lines reportedly ignited the fields. The flames spread rapidly, leaving no time to salvage the produce, and within a short span, the entire crop was destroyed. The situation turned so severe that…
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Sikh Pilgrim Group Set to Re-enter India After Pakistan Visit for Baisakhi Observances
19 Apr

Sikh Pilgrim Group Set to Re-enter India After Pakistan Visit for Baisakhi Observances

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, Trending,
Amritsar (Gurpreet Singh): A contingent of Sikh devotees will arrive back in India on Sunday via the Attari-Wagah border crossing after completing their pilgrimage to Pakistan during the Baisakhi festival. The group, consisting of more than 2,200 members, had crossed over earlier this month to take part in religious ceremonies marking Khalsa Sajna Diwas. The visit was made possible through special arrangements, as the border had remained largely restricted in the aftermath of last year’s security incident in Jammu and Kashmir. A majority of the pilgrims were from Punjab and travelled under the coordination of the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee.…
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CM Bhagwant Mann embarks on Netherlands visit to attract global investments
18 Apr

CM Bhagwant Mann embarks on Netherlands visit to attract global investments

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Saturday embarked on a visit to the Netherlands to strengthen bilateral partnerships and attract investments across key sectors including Food Processing, Logistics, Alloys and Steels, Pharmaceuticals and Information Technology, as part of the Punjab Government’s sustained push to accelerate industrial growth and economic development. On this, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann stated, “This vision is simple and clear to make Punjab a preferred destination for global industry by offering stability in policy, speed in decision-making, and a governance system that respects the time and trust of investors.” The visit assumes significance…
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Punjab accelerates 45,000 km road infrastructure drive with strict quality oversight
18 Apr

Punjab accelerates 45,000 km road infrastructure drive with strict quality oversight

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The Punjab Government, under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, is working with full commitment to make the state’s infrastructure world-class. Punjab Public Works Minister Harbhajan Singh ETO today shared the progress of road development works, stating that construction and repair work of 45,000 kilometres of roads is being carried out at a war footing to strengthen the state’s road network. The government’s primary objective is to connect every village in Punjab with a better road network to boost the rural economy. Emphasizing the quality and durability of roads, the Cabinet Minister said that the government…
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Over 60,000 drug traffickers arrested as ‘Yudh Nasheyan Virudh’ campaign breaks backbone of mafia
18 Apr

Over 60,000 drug traffickers arrested as ‘Yudh Nasheyan Virudh’ campaign breaks backbone of mafia

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Punjab State Media In-charge and Yudh Nashean Virudh Chief Spokesperson Baltej Pannu said that encouraging results are emerging from the ‘Yudh Nashean Virudh’ campaign under the leadership of CM Bhagwant Singh Mann. He said that the kind of success being achieved with the active support of the people of Punjab has proven that the state is rapidly moving towards becoming completely drug-free. This coordination between the government and the public has broken the backbone of drug traffickers. Sharing the data of the ongoing Yudh Nashean Virudh campaign, Baltej Pannu stated, "Punjab Police has…
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Punjab Police Busts International Drug Racket, Seizes Over 64 Kg Heroin in Amritsar
18 Apr

Punjab Police Busts International Drug Racket, Seizes Over 64 Kg Heroin in Amritsar

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Gurpreet Singh :- In a major breakthrough in the ongoing crackdown against narcotics trafficking, Punjab Police has dismantled an international drug smuggling network in a joint operation carried out by the State Special Operation Cell (SSOC), Amritsar, and Counter Intelligence Punjab. Two suspects were arrested during the operation, and 64.62 kilograms of heroin was recovered from their possession near Mahal village in Amritsar district. Preliminary investigations have revealed that the network had links with foreign-based handlers as well as traffickers operating from across the border in Pakistan. Officials said the racket was involved in smuggling narcotics into India and distributing…
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Massive Fire Breaks Out at Scrap Warehouse in Jalandhar, Nearby Houses Damaged
18 Apr

Massive Fire Breaks Out at Scrap Warehouse in Jalandhar, Nearby Houses Damaged

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab,
Gurpreet Singh :- A massive fire broke out at a scrap warehouse on Kala Singha Road in Kadiana village, under the western constituency of Jalandhar, causing widespread panic and significant property loss. Several motorcycles and large quantities of scrap material were completely destroyed in the blaze. According to eyewitnesses, the fire spread rapidly, with flames visible from a long distance and thick clouds of smoke covering the sky. Residents rushed out of their homes to ensure their safety and immediately informed the fire brigade. Fire officials deployed five fire tenders to control the situation, but the intensity of the flames…
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Supreme Court Denies Relief to Anil Ambani in Bank Fraud Case
18 Apr

Supreme Court Denies Relief to Anil Ambani in Bank Fraud Case

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsPunjab,
Rajeev Sharma :- India’s apex court has refused to grant relief to industrialist Anil Ambani in a bank fraud case, dealing a significant setback in his ongoing legal battle. The case stems from a decision allowing two banks to classify his loan account as fraudulent, a move that had earlier been challenged in court. The Supreme Court declined to interfere with the earlier ruling, effectively upholding the position taken by the lower judiciary. Notably, an interim relief granted in December 2025 had already been set aside, further tightening the legal pressure on Ambani. A bench led by the Chief Justice…
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Punjab Plans Framework for Students’ Online Access, Expands AI-Based Education
18 Apr

Punjab Plans Framework for Students’ Online Access, Expands AI-Based Education

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, Trending
Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The Punjab government is working on a policy to regulate social media use among school students, as concerns grow over its impact on young learners in an increasingly digital world. Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains said a specialised panel has been set up to examine how online platforms are influencing children and to recommend appropriate guidelines. The committee, comprising academic experts and government officials, is reviewing trends from different regions to understand both the benefits and risks associated with unrestricted access. Officials say the study will compare academic performance and behavioural patterns of students in areas with…
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