Punjab

Lamp Sparks Blaze in Ajnala, House Gutted; Two Vehicles Destroyed, Loss Pegged at ₹50 Lakh
16 Apr

Lamp Sparks Blaze in Ajnala, House Gutted; Two Vehicles Destroyed, Loss Pegged at ₹50 Lakh

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab,
Gurpreet Singh :- A major fire incident was reported from the Ajnala area of Amritsar, where a residential property near Fatehgarh Churian Road was completely gutted after flames reportedly erupted from a ceremonial lamp lit at a religious spot inside the house. The blaze spread rapidly, leaving the family with little time to respond and resulting in extensive damage to the structure. According to the affected family, the fire originated from a lamp placed at a ‘Peeran di jagah’ (a sacred space within the house), which quickly escalated and engulfed the entire building. Two vehicles parked inside the premises were…
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Punjab and Haryana HC Upholds NSA Detention of Amritpal Singh, Dismisses Challenge
16 Apr

Punjab and Haryana HC Upholds NSA Detention of Amritpal Singh, Dismisses Challenge

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, Trending
Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The Punjab and Haryana High Court has refused to interfere with the preventive detention of Amritpal Singh under the National Security Act (NSA), dismissing his petition against the order and backing the State’s stand on security concerns. Delivering its verdict, the Bench headed by Chief Justice Sheel Nagu stated that the detention order did not warrant judicial review, effectively closing the legal challenge raised by the Khadoor Sahib MP. Singh had approached the court alleging that his continued detention since April 2023 lacked legal basis and infringed upon his constitutional rights. He claimed there was no credible…
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Chandigarh Schools Receive New Wave of Threat Emails; Security Checks Find No Danger
16 Apr

Chandigarh Schools Receive New Wave of Threat Emails; Security Checks Find No Danger

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, Trending
Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): A fresh round of threatening emails sent to multiple schools in Chandigarh on Thursday morning prompted swift action from security agencies, with Saupin’s School among the institutions affected. Soon after the alerts surfaced, police teams and bomb detection units were deployed across campuses to conduct exhaustive checks. Officials later confirmed that no hazardous or suspicious items were discovered, and all locations were deemed safe for students and staff. Sources indicated that the emails carried disturbing and inflammatory content, seemingly designed to spread fear rather than indicate a real threat. Authorities are treating the messages as part of…
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ISI-Backed Network Exposed in Punjab, One Held with Explosives and Illegal Arms
16 Apr

ISI-Backed Network Exposed in Punjab, One Held with Explosives and Illegal Arms

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, Trending
Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): In a decisive action against cross-border threats, Punjab Police’s Counter Intelligence Wing has uncovered a terror module reportedly supported by Pakistan’s ISI. The operation, conducted jointly by teams of the State Special Operation Cell (SSOC) in Amritsar and Mohali, led to the arrest of a key suspect linked to the network. Authorities confirmed the recovery of a significant quantity of weapons from the accused, including four hand grenades, two foreign-origin pistols, and ammunition. Officials believe the seizure may have averted potential security incidents. According to preliminary inquiries, the suspect was allegedly in touch with handlers based outside…
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Punjab Pushes Universal Healthcare Drive as Sehat Cards Cross 39 Lakh Mark
16 Apr

Punjab Pushes Universal Healthcare Drive as Sehat Cards Cross 39 Lakh Mark

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPolitics, Punjab, Trending
Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): In a major step towards expanding accessible healthcare, the Punjab government has accelerated the rollout of its flagship Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana, offering cashless treatment coverage of up to ₹10 lakh per family annually across Punjab. Health Minister Dr. Balbir Singh said the scheme is designed to reduce the financial burden of medical expenses and ensure that no patient is denied timely treatment due to lack of funds. He urged residents to complete their registration early instead of waiting for emergencies. Officials revealed that nearly 39 lakh Sehat Cards have already been issued, with the programme aiming…
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Healthcare Boost for Lehragaga as CHC Upgraded, OPD and IPD Services Launched
16 Apr

Healthcare Boost for Lehragaga as CHC Upgraded, OPD and IPD Services Launched

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, Trending
Lehragaga (Gurpreet Singh): In a significant step towards strengthening healthcare infrastructure, Punjab Cabinet ministers Harpal Singh Cheema, Dr. Balbir Singh and Barinder Kumar Goyal on Tuesday inaugurated Outpatient Department (OPD) and Inpatient Department (IPD) services at the Community Health Centre in Lehragaga. The upgraded facility, which was earlier in a neglected state, has now been renovated and equipped with specialist doctors, making essential medical services accessible to residents of Lehragaga and surrounding areas within a 50-kilometre radius. Speaking at the inauguration, Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema described the development as a foundational step towards establishing a full-fledged medical college and…
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Rising Heat Meets Weather Shift: Punjab Braces for Winds and Isolated Showers
16 Apr

Rising Heat Meets Weather Shift: Punjab Braces for Winds and Isolated Showers

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, Trending
Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): A spell of intense heat across Punjab and Chandigarh is set to be accompanied by changing weather conditions, with forecasts indicating gusty winds and chances of light rainfall in select districts from Thursday. Meteorological officials have pointed to the influence of an active Western Disturbance over the northern hills, which is beginning to impact adjoining plains. Areas including Amritsar, Pathankot and parts of Hoshiarpur may receive brief spells of rain, especially later in the day. Even as clouds begin to develop, temperatures across the region continue to remain on the higher side. Patiala recorded the highest temperature…
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AAP condemns ED raids on MP Ashok Mittal; Kejriwal calls it BJP’s “Election Campaign”
15 Apr

AAP condemns ED raids on MP Ashok Mittal; Kejriwal calls it BJP’s “Election Campaign”

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) launched a fierce counter-offensive on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, following the Enforcement Directorate’s (ED) raids on the residence and business premises of Rajya Sabha MP Ashok Kumar Mittal. AAP National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal characterized the federal agency's action as the "beginning of the BJP’s election campaign in Punjab," asserting that the central government is using investigative agencies to intimidate political opponents. Kejriwal warned that the voters of Punjab would deliver a "befitting reply" to such tactics in the upcoming electoral contests. Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann echoed these sentiments, describing the…
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CM Bhagwant Mann announces ₹150 crore development package for Hoshiarpur’s Kandi belt
15 Apr

CM Bhagwant Mann announces ₹150 crore development package for Hoshiarpur’s Kandi belt

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): In a major move to address decades of infrastructural neglect, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, launched development projects worth ₹150 crore for the Tanda Urmur assembly constituency in Hoshiarpur. The package focuses on modernizing road connectivity, expanding healthcare access, and improving water supply in the Kandi region—an area the Chief Minister claimed had been politically sidelined for nearly 70 years. During the state-level event in Tanda, Mann emphasized that his government is committed to providing dignity and quality facilities to every citizen, regardless of their location. Key Projects and Infrastructure Upgrades…
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Farmers Announce Statewide Rail Blockade on April 17 Over Delayed Wheat Procurement in Punjab
15 Apr

Farmers Announce Statewide Rail Blockade on April 17 Over Delayed Wheat Procurement in Punjab

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Gurpreet Singh :- Farmers’ organisations across Punjab have announced a statewide rail blockade on April 17, intensifying their protest against delays in wheat procurement following recent crop damage caused by unseasonal rains and hailstorms. The call has been jointly given by multiple unions under broader किसान मोर्चा platforms, citing mounting distress among farmers as produce continues to remain unsold in mandis. According to farmer leaders, the agitation will take place from 12 noon to 3 pm across the state if the government fails to relax procurement norms and ensure immediate lifting of wheat at minimum support prices. They alleged that…
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