Punjab

Over 4.43 Lakh Patients Benefit as Punjab’s Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana Revolutionises Healthcare

Over 4.43 Lakh Patients Benefit as Punjab’s Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana Revolutionises Healthcare

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab’s Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana (MMSY) is redrawing the healthcare map of the state. According to the State Health Agency (SHA), Punjab, Patiala has emerged as the top district in adoption and utilisation of the scheme, recording the highest number of patients and expenditure under the programme. Across Punjab, over 443,906 patients have benefited, with a total expenditure crossing ₹782.79 crore. The Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana, designed to provide cashless treatment in government and empanelled private hospitals, has become one of the state’s most visible welfare interventions. And as per the latest SHA Punjab data, as on…
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AAP Accuses Opposition of Formulating ‘Team A, B, C’ to Maliciously Target Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann

AAP Accuses Opposition of Formulating ‘Team A, B, C’ to Maliciously Target Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Punjab Media In-charge Baltej Pannu on Sunday said the Congress has become directionless and remains consumed by internal power struggles instead of addressing the concerns of Punjab and its people. He said the ongoing infighting within the Congress has exposed the party’s complete political bankruptcy and accused the Congress, BJP and Shiromani Akali Dal of joining hands to target CM Bhagwant Singh Mann because they have no answer to the unprecedented work done by the AAP government. Addressing a press conference, AAP Punjab State Media In-charge Baltej Pannu said the Congress’ internal feud…
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Diljit Dosanjh’s Satluj Removed from ZEE5 India Just Two Days After Streaming Debut

Diljit Dosanjh’s Satluj Removed from ZEE5 India Just Two Days After Streaming Debut

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Actor-singer Diljit Dosanjh's highly anticipated and long-delayed social drama Satluj has been abruptly pulled down from the streaming service ZEE5 in India, a mere two days after its digital premiere. The film, which features Dosanjh alongside Arjun Rampal, Kanwaljit Singh, and Suvinder Vicky, had skipped a traditional theatrical run to release directly on the OTT platform on Friday. However, by Sunday evening, subscribers discovered that the title had become completely unavailable for view across the country, sparking massive online debate and speculation. Directed by Honey Trehan, the biographical drama was originally titled Punjab '95 and has been…
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Rainfall Activity Set to Intensify in Punjab; IMD Predicts Wet Week Ahead Across Several Districts

Rainfall Activity Set to Intensify in Punjab; IMD Predicts Wet Week Ahead Across Several Districts

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The southwest monsoon is expected to gather momentum across Punjab and Chandigarh, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting widespread rain over the next few days. Although rainfall remained uneven in many parts of the state on Saturday, weather experts say conditions are becoming increasingly favourable for a stronger spell beginning Sunday. Several districts witnessed cloudy weather throughout the day, while Ludhiana recorded the heaviest rainfall, bringing temporary respite from high humidity. In many other regions, overcast skies failed to produce significant showers, leaving residents to contend with warm and sticky conditions. According to the IMD, rain…
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Binnu Dhillon Expresses Disappointment After Air India Flight Experience, Questions Passenger Service

Binnu Dhillon Expresses Disappointment After Air India Flight Experience, Questions Passenger Service

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjabi actor Binnu Dhillon has criticised Air India after claiming that he and his family faced inconvenience during a flight to Vancouver, Canada, due to malfunctioning Business Class seats. The actor shared his experience through a video on social media, which has since attracted widespread attention from fans. Dhillon was travelling to Canada for promotional events related to Carry on Jatta when the issue reportedly surfaced. According to him, several premium-class seats on the aircraft were not functioning as expected, preventing passengers from using the recline feature during the long international journey. In the video, the actor…
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Punjab’s Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana Funds Free Knee Surgery for Mohali Barber

Punjab’s Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana Funds Free Knee Surgery for Mohali Barber

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): A painful road accident left Mohd Julfukar, a barber in Mohali, fearing he would lose his livelihood. Unable to afford surgery for a serious knee injury, he worried about his family’s future. Through Bhagwant Mann Govt's Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana (MMSY), he received free treatment and is now looking forward to returning to the work he loves. Every morning, before most people begin their day, Mohd Julfukar opens his small barber shop and gets ready to welcome his customers. For years, he has been more than just a barber. He is someone people trust, chat with, and…
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Punjab Government Tightens Crackdown on Crime with Over 43,000 Gangsters and 71,000 Drug Smugglers Arrested

Punjab Government Tightens Crackdown on Crime with Over 43,000 Gangsters and 71,000 Drug Smugglers Arrested

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Reiterating the Bhagwant Mann Government’s unwavering commitment to making the state free from gangsterism and drugs, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Punjab Chief Spokesperson and MLA Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal on Saturday said that the Bhagwant Mann government has been pursuing an uncompromising campaign against anti-social elements while simultaneously delivering on its public welfare commitments. Addressing the media, AAP Punjab Chief Spokesperson and MLA Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal said, “The Bhagwant Mann Government is fully committed to eradicating gangsterism and drugs from Punjab. Our ‘Gangsters Te Vaar’ campaign has now entered its 164th day, and its impactful and positive results…
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Punjab Congress Faces Internal Churn as Charanjit Singh Channi Loyalists Seek Audience With High Command

Punjab Congress Faces Internal Churn as Charanjit Singh Channi Loyalists Seek Audience With High Command

Jalandhar (Rajeev Sharma): Fresh signs of internal discord have emerged within the Punjab Congress after a group of senior leaders aligned with former Chief Minister Charanjit Singh Channi convened a meeting to discuss the party's organisational direction ahead of the 2027 Assembly elections. The gathering, held at Channi's residence in Morinda, brought together several former legislators and party functionaries who reportedly expressed reservations over recent decisions taken by the state leadership. Rather than announcing any political rebellion, the leaders resolved to place their concerns before the Congress high command. Sources familiar with the developments said the Channi camp believes important…
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Punjab, Chandigarh Brace for More Rain as Monsoon Remains Active; IMD Extends Weather Alert Till July 9

Punjab, Chandigarh Brace for More Rain as Monsoon Remains Active; IMD Extends Weather Alert Till July 9

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Heavy showers cool temperatures across the region; authorities urge caution amid thunderstorm forecast Monsoon activity continues to dominate the weather across Punjab and Chandigarh, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicting more rain, thunderstorms and gusty winds over the next few days. The weather office has indicated that the current wet spell is likely to continue until July 9, prompting authorities to remain on alert. Several districts received rainfall over the past 24 hours, helping bring down temperatures and offering relief from persistent humidity. While the showers improved weather conditions for residents, they also caused waterlogging and…
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Monsoon Advances Across North India, Bringing Widespread Rainfall to Punjab and Haryana

Monsoon Advances Across North India, Bringing Widespread Rainfall to Punjab and Haryana

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh/Balwinder Singh): The southwest monsoon has expanded across almost the entire northern belt of the country, bringing steady rainfall to Punjab, Haryana and neighbouring regions. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) said only a limited stretch in the western parts of the two states is yet to come under complete monsoon influence, with conditions remaining favourable for further advancement. Following its recent progress, several parts of Punjab and Haryana have recorded rainfall above the normal average for the past few days, providing much-needed relief from the prolonged spell of heat and humidity. The weather office has forecast widespread rain…
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