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11 Apr

Punjab Government Plans Year-Long Celebrations for Guru Ravidas Ji’s 650th Parkash Purab

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): In a major cultural initiative, the Punjab government led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann has finalised an extensive calendar of events to mark the 650th Parkash Purab of Sri Guru Ravidas Ji, aiming to celebrate the occasion on an unprecedented scale across the state. The roadmap was chalked out during a meeting between the Chief Minister and members of the Sant Samaj at Punjab Bhawan, where a wide range of programmes were approved to honour the life and teachings of the revered saint. The celebrations are set to span an entire year, reflecting a renewed focus…

11 Apr

Punjab Cabinet Moves to Toughen Anti-Sacrilege Law, Proposes Life Imprisonment Provision

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Cabinet led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Saturday cleared a stringent amendment to the Jaagat Jot Sri Guru Granth Sahib Satkar (Amendment) Bill, 2026, with provision of life imprisonment to ensure strict punishment for ‘Beadbi’ (sacrilege) and uphold the sanctity of Sri Guru Granth Sahib ji. The amendment Bill will be introduced on Monday in a special session of the Punjab Vidhan Sabha. A decision to this effect was taken by the Council of Ministers in a meeting held under the chairmanship of CM Bhagwant Singh Mann. Disclosing this, the Chief Minister’s Office said,…

11 Apr

Firing near Ferozepur border leaves 12-year-old girl injured, condition critical

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Gurpreet Singh :- Panic gripped a border village in Ferozepur after unidentified assailants opened fire outside a house, leaving a 12-year-old girl critically injured. The incident occurred in Pacharia village, where the victim was struck by a bullet while standing near the gate of her residence. According to family members, the girl had just stepped out after bathing when gunshots were heard. Initially mistaking the sound for firecrackers, the family soon realised something was wrong when they found the child injured. She was immediately rushed to a private hospital in Ferozepur, where she is currently undergoing treatment. The family maintained…

11 Apr

Vrindavan boat mishap: Seven of a family among 10 dead, eyewitnesses recount horror

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Gurpreet Singh :- A devastating boat accident in the Yamuna river at Vrindavan has claimed the lives of 10 pilgrims, with seven members of a single family among the deceased, plunging parts of Punjab into mourning. The victims are reported to be from Ludhiana and Jagraon, where grief-stricken families are struggling to come to terms with the tragedy. According to accounts from survivors, the group comprising nearly 130 devotees who had travelled in two buses—had arrived in Vrindavan for religious visit and were staying near an ashram. The accident occurred when they boarded a steamer to cross the river. Eyewitnesses…

11 Apr

Fresh turn in Moosewala murder case: Six witnesses examined, father seeks clarity on four accused

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Gurpreet Singh :- Proceedings in the high-profile murder case of Punjabi singer Sidhu Moosewala witnessed significant developments today as a local court recorded the statements of six prosecution witnesses. The testimonies were completed during the course of the hearing, marking a steady progression in the trial. According to counsel Satinder Pal Singh Mittal, the witnesses whose depositions were concluded included Shankar Lal, Rajkumar, Amit Kumar, Ude Ram, Aditya and Baljeet Singh, a police constable. The court heard their accounts in detail before closing this phase of examination. During the hearing, Moosewala’s father, Balkaur Singh, also appeared before the court and…

11 Apr

Batala Police Smash Cross-Border Drug & Arms Network; Heroin, Pistol and Cash Seized

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Batala (Gurpreet Singh): In a significant crackdown on organised crime, Batala Police has unearthed a cross-border network dealing in narcotics and illegal weapons, arresting two suspects and recovering a large quantity of contraband. The operation led to the seizure of 6.5 kilograms of heroin, a .30 caliber pistol along with six live cartridges, and ₹1 lakh believed to be proceeds from drug trafficking. According to initial findings, the racket was not limited to drug smuggling alone but also involved the circulation of illegal arms among operatives. Investigators suspect a deep-rooted connection between drug trade, extortion activities, and the supply of…

10 Apr

Chandigarh Steps Up HIV Control Efforts, Focus on 95% Treatment Linkage Target

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Chandigarh (Naval Kishore): The 59th Executive Committee meeting of the Chandigarh State AIDS Control Society on Friday reviewed ongoing HIV/AIDS prevention efforts, with a renewed focus on strengthening treatment linkages and improving programme outcomes in the Union Territory.The meeting was chaired by Mandip Singh Brar, who directed officials to prioritise achieving the critical “second 95” target under the national HIV strategy—ensuring that all diagnosed People Living with HIV (PLHIV) are promptly initiated on Antiretroviral Therapy (ART) and retained in care.Officials discussed gaps in performance indicators and conducted a detailed root cause analysis to identify actionable strategies. Emphasis was placed on…

10 Apr

Punjab Wins National SKOCH Award After 94% Drop in Farm Fires

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab’s aggressive crop residue management strategy has earned the national recognition as the Punjab has been conferred the SKOCH Silver Award 2025 in the Environment category, said Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister S. Gurmeet Singh Khudian, while crediting Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Singh Mann led Punjab Government’s sustained efforts in crop residue management.While addressing a press conference here at Punjab Bhawan, S. Khudian informed that Punjab has recorded a 94 per cent reduction in farm fire incidents, plummeting from 83,002 in 2020‑21 to just 5,114 in 2025‑26.The Agriculture Minister lauded the PPCB and Punjab's farming community, while…

10 Apr

Punjab Promises Major Relief for Industries, Pushes MSME Growth Under New Industrial Policy 2026

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab’s Cabinet Minister for Industries & Commerce, Investment Promotion, Local Government and Power, Sanjeev Arora, interacted with industrialists during a district-level meeting of MSMEs held in Patiala. During the meeting, he listened to the issues raised by entrepreneurs from different districts and resolved several matters on the spot. Punjab’s Health and Family Welfare Minister Dr. Balbir Singh was also present on the occasion.Issuing directions to the Local Government Department, Minister Sanjeev Arora said special attention should be given to improving cleanliness and the sewerage system in cities. He emphasized that basic civic facilities for people must be…

10 Apr

Punjab Rolls Out ₹10 Lakh Sehat Card for All, Over 2 Lakh Treatments Already Delivered

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): A medical emergency rarely comes with a warning, often pushing families into distress not just due to health concerns but also the burden of treatment costs. To address this challenge, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann introduced the Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna with a clear objective of ensuring that families across Punjab can access timely healthcare without worrying about financial constraints.The Bhagwant Mann Government’s commitment is being realised through the rollout of the Sehat Card, which is providing financial protection and instilling confidence among families across the state. Around 50,000 Sehat Cards are being issued every day through widespread…