Punjab

Arvind Kejriwal Blames Modi Government’s Ethanol Policy for Sharp Rise in Sugar Prices
20 Aug

Arvind Kejriwal Blames Modi Government’s Ethanol Policy for Sharp Rise in Sugar Prices

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New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal has called out the Modi Government’s policy decisions for the sharp rise in sugar prices across the country. He revealed diverting sugarcane towards ethanol production reduced sugar output, pushing sugar prices up by ₹20 per kg in just 17 days. The government had promoted ethanol blending in petrol to save foreign exchange spent on oil imports, but the situation has now reached a point where the same foreign exchange may have to be spent on importing sugar. The AAP Chief questioned the government’s decision-making, asking, “Is this a…
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ASAP Fields Adil Brar as Presidential Candidate for Panjab University Elections
20 Aug

ASAP Fields Adil Brar as Presidential Candidate for Panjab University Elections

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP)’s student wing, ASAP (Association of Students for Alternative Politics), on Thursday announced Adil Brar as its candidate for the post of President in the upcoming Panjab University student elections. AAP MP Gurmeet Singh Meet Hayer and MLA Amritpal Singh Sukhanand announced his candidature, highlighting his long-standing involvement in student rights and activism. On this occasion, AAP MP Gurmeet Singh Meet Hayer said, “AAP has always encouraged student activism and participation in public life. Over the past 10–12 years, politics in the country has often focused on dividing people on the basis of…
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AAP MLA Kuldeep Dhaliwal Meets J&K LG Manoj Sinha, Urges Construction of Dam on Ujh River to Prevent Border Floods
20 Aug

AAP MLA Kuldeep Dhaliwal Meets J&K LG Manoj Sinha, Urges Construction of Dam on Ujh River to Prevent Border Floods

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA from Ajnala, Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal, on Thursday met Jammu & Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and submitted a memorandum seeking a permanent solution to the problem of severe floods that occur during the monsoon in Punjab’s border districts of Pathankot, Gurdaspur and Amritsar, particularly in the Ajnala sub-division. During the meeting, MLA Dhaliwal strongly demanded the construction of a dam on the Ujh River, which would help regulate the flow of the river and save Punjab from the devastation caused by recurring floods. Addressing the media after his meeting with the Lieutenant…
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India Revises Outer Security Measures Around Pakistan High Commission in Delhi
20 Aug

India Revises Outer Security Measures Around Pakistan High Commission in Delhi

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): The security arrangement outside the Pakistan High Commission in New Delhi has undergone a visible change, with Indian authorities taking down the outer cordon around the diplomatic premises. Traffic bollards and barricades that had been positioned around the high commission have been removed as part of the revised arrangement. The change affects the external layer of security surrounding the diplomatic facility. The Pakistan High Commission is situated in Chanakyapuri, New Delhi’s diplomatic zone, where several foreign missions operate under security arrangements maintained by Indian authorities. The latest move does not mean that security has been withdrawn…
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PUNJAB INKS MoU STPI TO BRING RS 29-CR “NEURON 2.0” INCUBATION CENTRE TO MOHALI
20 Aug

PUNJAB INKS MoU STPI TO BRING RS 29-CR “NEURON 2.0” INCUBATION CENTRE TO MOHALI

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CHANDIGARH (GURPREET SINGH): In a major push to position Punjab as a national hub for technology-driven entrepreneurship, the Punjab Government signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Software Technology Parks of India (STPI) to set up “Startup Punjab Hub –Neuron 2.0” at STPI Mohali with an investment of ₹29 crore. The state-of-the-art technology incubation centre will focus on cybersecurity and next-gen startups to further strengthening state’s startup ecosystem. Punjab Industries and Commerce Minister Mr. Aman Arora witnessed the signing of the MoU at Udyog Bhawan here. The agreement was signed by Director Industries and Commerce-cum-Punjab Startup Nodal Officer Mr.…
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Punjab Braces for More Rain as Monsoon Stays Active; Chandigarh May Get Thunderstorms
20 Aug

Punjab Braces for More Rain as Monsoon Stays Active; Chandigarh May Get Thunderstorms

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab is likely to witness another spell of monsoon rain on Thursday, with showers forecast across the state and cloudy conditions expected to persist in Chandigarh. The continuing rainfall has brought a marginal decline in temperatures, offering some relief from the prevailing warmth. The weather department has predicted light to moderate rain in various parts of Punjab. Chandigarh is expected to remain partly cloudy, while isolated spells of rain accompanied by thunder and lightning cannot be ruled out. Pathankot, Hoshiarpur, Nawanshahr, Rupnagar and Mohali are among the areas likely to receive light to moderate showers. Rain is…
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Former Indian Cricketer Manpreet Singh Gony and International Gold Medallist Kunar Join AAP
19 Aug

Former Indian Cricketer Manpreet Singh Gony and International Gold Medallist Kunar Join AAP

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Inspired by the pro-people policies of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and the development works being carried out by the Bhagwant Mann Government, former Indian cricketer Manpreet Singh Gony and international gold medallist athlete Kunar joined the Aam Aadmi Party on Wednesday. Welcoming the sportspersons into the party, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said, “Today, the Aam Aadmi Party family has witnessed another very remarkable addition. The support of such youth, who have made Punjab proud on the sports fields, will give further strength to our campaign to create ‘Rangla Punjab’. Their experience will be of great help…
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World Mosquito Day 2026: Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana Boosts Cashless Treatment for Vector-Borne Diseases in Punjab
19 Aug

World Mosquito Day 2026: Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana Boosts Cashless Treatment for Vector-Borne Diseases in Punjab

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): With monsoon conditions favouring mosquito breeding, Punjab is strengthening surveillance, prevention and treatment for dengue, malaria and other vector-borne diseases. Alongside these public-health measures, the Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana (MMSY) is helping eligible families access cashless healthcare when illness requires treatment. Earlier this year, Health and Family Welfare Minister Dr Balbir Singh stressed the need for stronger community participation in preventing mosquito-borne diseases. During a state-level review, authorities highlighted dengue, malaria and chikungunya and called for greater surveillance, testing and elimination of mosquito-breeding sites. Punjab has reported a substantial decline in dengue. Cases fell from 23,389 in…
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OSD Rajbir Singh Ghuman Challenges Akali Dal’s Bikram Singh Majithia to Prove Allegations or Apologise
19 Aug

OSD Rajbir Singh Ghuman Challenges Akali Dal’s Bikram Singh Majithia to Prove Allegations or Apologise

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann’s OSD Rajbir Singh Ghuman on Wednesday hit back at Shiromani Akali Dal leader Bikram Singh Majithia, challenging him to produce evidence for his allegations or publicly apologise. He said, “Thieves see everyone as thieves. It is easy to level allegations, but difficult to provide evidence.” Addressing the SAD leader through a social media post, Rajbir Singh Ghuman stated, “I openly challenge Bikram Singh Majithia, who has appointed himself as the spokesperson of the ED (Enforcement Directorate), that if he has even a single chat of mine or any evidence of me asking…
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Bhagwant Mann Govt To Identify Talent From Villages & Prepare Them For International-Level Competitions
19 Aug

Bhagwant Mann Govt To Identify Talent From Villages & Prepare Them For International-Level Competitions

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Wednesday announced that the Punjab government will organise the fourth edition of Khedan Wattan Punjab Diyan from September 5 to November 29, with a target of involving more than 10 lakh participants across all age groups. The grand sporting event, aimed at reviving Punjab’s sporting culture and channelising the energy of youth towards sports, will begin with the opening ceremony at Shaheed Bhagat Singh Stadium in Bathinda and conclude with the closing ceremony in Patiala. The 2026 edition has been planned as the biggest edition of the sporting extravaganza so far.…
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