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03 Apr

Amritsar Police Foil Suspected Terror Bid, IED Recovered; Foreign Links Under Probe

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPolitics, Punjab, TrendingAmritsar, Punjab

Amritsar (Gurpreet Singh): A major security scare was averted in Punjab after the Amritsar Rural Police detained a man allegedly carrying an improvised explosive device (IED), officials said on Friday. The arrest followed actionable intelligence inputs about suspicious movement in the region. Acting swiftly, police teams intercepted the suspect, who was reportedly attempting to dispose of the explosive after collecting it from the Ramdas belt. The device was seized on the spot, and a criminal case has been registered. Early investigations have pointed towards possible cross-border connections, with suspicion falling on Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence. Sources within the investigation revealed that…

03 Apr

Chandigarh Blast Row Escalates as CM Bhagwant Mann Counters BJP’s Allegations

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPolitics, Punjab, TrendingBhagwant Mann, Punjab

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The political temperature rose on Friday after Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann strongly responded to accusations from the Bharatiya Janata Party over the recent explosion outside its Chandigarh office. Rejecting the criticism, Mann alleged that the BJP frequently resorts to assigning blame instead of taking responsibility. He suggested that the party has a long-standing pattern of attributing setbacks to others, regardless of the situation. Taking a dig at the opposition, Mann said that figures such as Jawaharlal Nehru, Lal Bahadur Shastri, and B. R. Ambedkar have often been cited by the BJP in its criticisms. He added…

03 Apr

Here’s What Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann said on Raghav Chadha’s Suspension

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, Politics, Punjab, TrendingBhagwant Mann, Punjab, Raghav Chadha

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): A fresh controversy has surfaced within the Aam Aadmi Party after the reshuffle of its Rajya Sabha leadership led to a public disagreement between Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann and party MP Raghav Chadha. The party recently replaced Chadha as Deputy Leader in the Upper House, assigning the responsibility to Ashok Mittal. Soon after, Chadha voiced concerns, suggesting that he was being sidelined and not allowed to effectively represent public issues. Responding to these claims, Mann countered that the expectations from party representatives include actively raising matters related to Punjab at the national level. He argued that…

02 Apr

CM Bhagwant Mann inaugurates Rs 11.70 crore hospital in Cheema; vows to crush drug trade

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabBhagwant Mann, Punjab Drug-Free Campaign, Sangrur healthcare, Sant Attar Singh Hospital

Sangrur (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Thursday inaugurated the Sant Attar Singh Ji Maharaj Hospital in Cheema village, marking a significant expansion of grassroots healthcare infrastructure, as a state-of-the-art 30-bed facility built at a cost of ₹11.70 crore begins serving tens of thousands across the region. The Chief Minister emphasised that the hospital will benefit around 50,000 people across 15 villages, while also strengthening access to affordable and quality treatment for nearly 35,000–40,000 residents in nearby areas. During his visit, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann also interacted with patients and their families at the hospital, inquiring about…

02 Apr

Governor Gulab Chand Kataria conducts surprise inspections of city institutions

nishuthapar10 CommentsPunjabChandigarh Administration, GMCH-32 Chandigarh, Group Home Sector 31, Gulab Chand Kataria, SPCA Sector 38

Chandigarh (Naval Kishore): The Governor of Punjab and Administrator of UT Chandigarh, Shri Gulab Chand Kataria, carried out a series of unannounced visits on Thursday, April 2, 2026, to evaluate the operational standards of key public facilities. The inspections covered healthcare, social welfare, and animal care sectors, specifically targeting the Government Medical College and Hospital (GMCH-32), the Group Home for mental health in Sector 31, and the Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) in Sector 38. Accompanied by senior administrative officers, Kataria emphasized that these visits are part of a broader commitment to ensuring high-quality, inclusive services for…

02 Apr

AAP kicks off wheat procurement in Punjab; highlights 88% canal water reach

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAAP Kisan Wing, agricultural reforms, Bhagwant Mann, canal water Punjab, Punjab wheat procurement

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) assured farmers of top facilities and every possible support as the procurement of wheat crop begins in the mandis across Punjab. Party leaders highlighted the revolutionary reforms carried out in the agriculture sector over the past four years under the leadership of CM Bhagwant Singh Mann, along with preparations for the current procurement season. Addressing a press conference on Thursday, Chairman of the Kisan Wing Mahinder Singh Sidhu stated, “What the Bhagwant Mann government has done for farmers is historic. The government is providing 600 units of free electricity without any discrimination…

02 Apr

Rs 4 lakh life-saving surgery delivered cashless under Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, TrendingPunjab

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Marking one of the highest claims facilitated under the Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna to date, a ₹4 lakh life-saving surgery was delivered cashless, reflecting the scale and on-ground effectiveness of the Bhagwant Mann Government’s healthcare system. The beneficiary, Sukhpal Kaur, a 37 year old resident of Chandigarh, was admitted to PGIMER Chandigarh after being diagnosed with a critical aortic dissection, a serious cardio-thoracic and vascular condition requiring immediate surgical intervention. The procedure, along with hospitalisation and specialised care, was estimated to cost nearly ₹4 lakh, an amount that would have been extremely difficult for the family to…

02 Apr

Pakistan-Origin Grenade Suspected in Chandigarh BJP Office Blast; CCTV Clips Reveal Movement of Accused

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, TrendingChandigarh

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Investigators probing the explosion outside the Punjab unit office of the Bharatiya Janata Party in Chandigarh have uncovered fresh leads, with sources indicating that a Pakistan-manufactured grenade may have been used in the attack. Preliminary findings suggest the explosive device was a GHD2P hand grenade, known for its high lethality. Experts note that such a device can cause severe damage within a radius of several meters, while metal fragments can travel much farther, posing danger to bystanders and property. The blast, which occurred on Wednesday evening near the party’s Sector 37 office, damaged parked vehicles and left…

02 Apr

Air India to Begin Daily Flights Between Delhi and Halwara from May 15, Boosting Punjab Connectivity

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, Punjab, TrendingAir India

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): In a significant boost to regional air travel, Air India has announced the launch of four daily flights connecting Delhi with Halwara airport near Ludhiana, starting May 15. The move marks the airline’s debut operations at Halwara, making it the first carrier to service this route. The flights will be operated using Airbus A320 family aircraft, with schedules tailored to suit business travellers and those seeking seamless onward connections. The timings have been strategically planned to allow passengers to complete same-day trips and easily link to international flights via Delhi. According to the announced schedule, the…

02 Apr

Sister Shares Emotional Clip of Slain YouTuber, Reveals Her Last Known Moments Before Tragic Killing

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, Ontario, Punjab, TrendingNancy Grewal

Jalandhar/Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma/Gurpreet Singh): A haunting video capturing the final moments of Punjabi-origin YouTuber Nancy Grewal has surfaced online, offering a glimpse into her routine just hours before her death in Canada. The clip, posted by her sister Alisha Grewal, has stirred grief and concern among followers and the wider community. The footage shows Nancy leaving her residence on the afternoon of March 4, calmly walking toward her car with a bag in hand. According to details shared by the family, the video was recorded shortly after 3 PM. She appears composed and focused, seemingly heading to work—unaware that it…