Punjab Archives - Page 40 of 243

01 Apr

Over 19,000 ASHA workers lead door-to-door Sehat Card drive in Punjab

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabASHA workers, Dr. Balbir Singh, Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna, Punjab Healthcare, Sehat Card

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Strengthening last-mile healthcare access, the Punjab Government under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann has activated its extensive ASHA (Accredited Social Health Activity) workers’ network to accelerate enrolments under the Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna (MMSY), with over 19,000 ASHA workers and 900 facilitators now driving registrations across villages in Punjab. ASHA workers are playing a critical role in expanding the reach of the scheme at the grassroots level. Each worker is assigned a population of nearly 1,000 residents, covering around 250 households, where they are conducting door-to-door outreach, creating awareness about the scheme, and accompanying…

01 Apr

Jogindra Group announces Rs 1,100 crore expansion in Punjab’s steel and green energy sectors

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabJogindra Group, Mandi Gobindgarh, renewable energy investment, Sanjeev Arora, steel industry Punjab

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Cabinet Minister for Industries & Commerce, Investment Promotion, Power & Local Government Sanjeev Arora shared that Jogindra Group has announced a strategic expansion plan worth ₹1,100 crore, giving a major boost to Punjab’s industrial growth and green energy transition. He stated that this investment reflects the growing confidence of industry in Punjab’s progressive policies and business-friendly environment. Sanjeev Arora said that this investment reflects the growing confidence of industry in Punjab’s progressive policies and business-friendly environment. He detailed that the expansion includes ₹700 crore investment in the steel sector, primarily through Jogindra Castings and Vardhman Adarsh,…

01 Apr

CM Bhagwant Singh Mann launches Punjab’s first-ever caste socio-economic survey

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabBhagwant Singh Mann, caste survey Punjab, MGNREGA, rural development

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Wednesday presented a comprehensive four-year report card of the Rural Development and Panchayat Department as part of the Punjab Government’s ongoing “Shandaar Char Saal Bhagwant Mann de naal” series, highlighting how sustained policy interventions have transformed village infrastructure, strengthened grassroots governance, and expanded employment opportunities across rural Punjab. Positioning rural development as a central pillar of inclusive growth, the Chief Minister outlined key initiatives ranging from the launch of Punjab’s first-ever caste socio-economic survey to large-scale infrastructure creation, revenue generation through transparent land management, and youth-focused development programmes. Emphasising that…

01 Apr

Direct Ludhiana-Delhi flights to take off from Halwara Airport starting May 15

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabDelhi connectivity, Halwara Airport, Ludhiana flights, Punjab aviation

Ludhiana (Gurpreet Singh): In a major boost to Punjab’s aerial connectivity, residents of Ludhiana and surrounding areas will soon have easier access to the national capital as direct flights from the newly inaugurated Halwara Airport are set to commence on May 15, 2026. The route will feature two daily flights operated by Airbus A320 aircraft, each boasting a seating capacity of 180 passengers. This development follows the high-profile inauguration of the Halwara Civil Terminal by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in February, marking a significant milestone for the region's infrastructure. The flight schedule has been designed to cater to both business…

01 Apr

SGPC to follow Akal Takht directives on Rajoana’s mercy petition withdrawal

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAkal Takht, Balwant Singh Rajoana, Harjinder singh dhami, mercy petition

Amritsar (Gurpreet SIngh): The Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) has announced that it will strictly abide by the orders of the Akal Takht regarding the withdrawal of Balwant Singh Rajoana’s mercy petition. SGPC President Advocate Harjinder Singh Dhami addressed the media on Wednesday, following a high-stakes letter from Rajoana to the Jathedar of the Akal Takht, Giani Kuldeep Singh Gargaj. Dhami clarified that since the original clemency plea filed in 2012 was based on the instructions of the then-Sikh leadership and Panthic sentiments, any decision to rescind it must also flow from the supreme temporal seat of the Sikhs. In…

01 Apr

Security alert in Chandigarh as “crude” explosive device targets Punjab BJP headquarters

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabChandigarh blast, crude bomb, Punjab BJP office, security alert

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Panic gripped Sector 37 of Chandigarh on Wednesday evening after a low-intensity explosion occurred outside the Punjab BJP office. The blast, reported around 5:00 PM, took place in the parking area adjacent to the boundary wall of the party headquarters. While the explosion caused minor damage to nearby vehicles—specifically impacting parked scooters and cars—no casualties or injuries have been reported. Senior police officials, including Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Kanwardeep Kaur, immediately reached the site to cordon off the area and initiate a high-level investigation. Initial assessments by the Chandigarh Police suggest that a small, crude explosive…

01 Apr

Clashes Erupt in Sultanpur Lodhi Ahead of Block Samiti Polls, Firing Reported

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabPunjab News, Sultanpur Lodhi

Gurpreet Singh :- Tension gripped Sultanpur Lodhi ahead of the Block Samiti chairmanship elections after a political clash between rival groups turned violent near the Dhilwan office premises. The situation escalated even before the polling process could begin, raising serious concerns over law and order. According to initial reports, supporters of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and a faction led by Rana Inder Pratap Singh were involved in a heated confrontation that soon spiraled into a physical clash. Unconfirmed reports of gunfire during the incident have further heightened panic in the area. Rana Inder Pratap Singh alleged that the police…

01 Apr

Senior Advocate H.S. Phoolka Joins BJP, Marks Return to Active Politics

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, PunjabBJP, HS Phoolka

Gurpreet Singh :- Senior Advocate H.S. Phoolka formally joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday, marking his return to active politics after a prolonged gap. He was inducted at a ceremony held at the party’s headquarters in New Delhi in the presence of senior BJP leaders, including Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri, National General Secretary Tarun Chugh and Punjab BJP chief Sunil Jakhar. Phoolka, who earned national recognition for his legal fight in cases related to the 1984 anti-Sikh riots, has long been seen as a prominent voice for justice and accountability. His entry into the BJP is being…

01 Apr

Commissioner, MC Chandigarh Reviews Facilities at SPCA

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsPunjab, TrendingSPCA

Chandigarh (Naval Kishore): Sh. Amit Kumar, IAS, Commissioner, Municipal Corporation Chandigarh, along with Sh. Pardeep Kumar, IAS, Special Commissioner MC-cum-Secretary, Animal Husbandry, UT Chandigarh, on Tuesday visited the Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) Sector-38, Chandigarh. The visit was attended by officers of the Chandigarh Administration, Municipal Corporation, and members of the SPCA. The visit was aimed at reviewing the improvements carried out at the SPCA and assessing the upkeep, treatment, and overall living conditions of the dogs housed at the facility. During the inspection, the Commissioner emphasized that the highest standards of care and welfare must be…

01 Apr

H.S. Phoolka Set for Political Shift, Expected to Join BJP Today

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPolitics, Punjab, TrendingH.S. Phoolka

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): Renowned legal expert H.S. Phoolka is poised to step into active politics, with indications that he will join the Bharatiya Janata Party on Wednesday. Sources suggest that the senior Supreme Court advocate is scheduled to visit the party’s office around 12:30 PM, where he is likely to be formally inducted. The development, if confirmed, would mark a notable transition for Phoolka, who has built a reputation through his legal work and public advocacy. His expected entry into the BJP is being closely watched, particularly in the context of Punjab politics, where his influence and standing could…