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14 Mar

Consumers allege overcharging and coercive practices by LPG agencies in Goniana Mandi

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabBlackmarketing, LPG

Gurpreet Singh :- Several consumers in Goniana Mandi and nearby villages have raised serious allegations against local LPG distribution agencies, accusing them of unfair practices and overcharging. Residents claim that customers are being pressured to purchase gas pipes priced at around ₹190, with agency staff allegedly warning that refusal could lead to delays in cylinder supply or issues related to incomplete KYC verification. Consumers further allege irregularities in the pricing of domestic LPG cylinders. According to them, while the official delivery price for a household cylinder is around ₹952, some agencies in the area are reportedly charging ₹960 from customers.…

14 Mar

At Moga Rally, Amit Shah Stresses Communal Harmony, Promises Strong Action Against Forced Conversions

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPolitics, Punjab, TrendingAmit Shah

Moga (Gurpreet Singh): Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday highlighted the importance of unity between Hindu and Sikh communities while addressing a large crowd at the Bharatiya Janata Party’s “Badlav Rally” in Moga, Punjab. He said that harmony between the two communities has always been central to the state’s peace and development. Wearing a saffron turban, Shah was welcomed by party leaders and supporters who had gathered in large numbers for the rally organised by the Bharatiya Janata Party to strengthen its political outreach in the state ahead of the 2027 Assembly elections. Opening his speech with traditional Sikh…

14 Mar

Amit Shah pitches BJP’s vision for Punjab at Moga ‘Badlaav Rally’

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsEntertainment, Punjab, TrendingAmit Shah, Moga rally

Gurpreet Singh :- Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday asserted that Punjab requires a “double-engine government” to effectively tackle the drug problem and strengthen governance in the state. Addressing the Bharatiya Janata Party’s ‘Badlaav Rally’ at Killi Chahlan village in Moga district, Shah said better coordination between the Centre and the state would help resolve several challenges facing Punjab. Shah, who arrived at the rally wearing a saffron turban, was welcomed with loud slogans by party workers and supporters. Beginning his address with the Sikh religious slogan “Bole So Nihal, Sat Sri Akal,” he later greeted the gathering with…

14 Mar

Amit Shah calls for ‘double-engine government’ in Punjab to tackle drug menace at Moga rally

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsEntertainment, Punjab, TrendingAmit Shah, Moga rally

Gurpreet Singh :- Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday said Punjab needs a “double-engine government” to effectively tackle the growing problem of drugs and strengthen governance in the state. Addressing the Bharatiya Janata Party’s ‘Badlaav Rally’ at Killi Chahlan village in Moga district, Shah said coordinated governance between the Centre and the state would help resolve key issues facing Punjab. Shah, who arrived on the stage wearing a saffron turban, was greeted with loud slogans from party workers and supporters. Beginning his address with the traditional Sikh greeting “Bole So Nihal, Sat Sri Akal,” he later greeted the gathering…

13 Mar

Sixty-Third Annual ARCHO 2026 Concludes at Chandigarh College of Architecture

nishuthapar10 CommentsPunjabARCHO 2026, Chandigarh College of Architecture, H. Rajesh Prasad, Maurya House, Urban Planning

Chandigarh (Naval Kishore): The Chandigarh College of Architecture celebrated the Sixty Third Annual Festival ARCHO-2026. The Chief Guest for the event was Shri. H. Rajesh Prasad, IAS, Chief Secretary, Chandigarh Administration. Ms. Prerna Puri, IAS, Secretary Technical Education, Chandigarh Administration was the Guest of Honour on the occasion. The Festivities started on 27th February 2026 and comprised of a number of competitions including Architectural Installation Design, Sports Events, Fashion Show, Masterchef and a number of other creative endeavors. On 12th March 2026, the Inter House Cultural Competition was held where the students competed for the Best Play, the Best Dance…

13 Mar

Big News – Centre Restores Kerosene Quota in Punjab After 14 Years Amid LPG Supply Concerns

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabBig news, LPG Crisis, Punjab, Ration card

Gurpreet Singh :- In a significant policy move, the Central Government has restored the supply of kerosene to Punjab after a gap of nearly 14 years, a decision that comes at a time when concerns over LPG availability have surfaced in several parts of the country. According to official communication issued by the Centre, ration card holders across the state are likely to start receiving kerosene through the public distribution system in the coming days. Karamjit Singh Araicha, National Joint Secretary of the All India Fair Price Dealers Federation, said the supply of kerosene in Punjab had been discontinued in…

13 Mar

Keshav Goyal Assumes Charge as Secretary of Punjab School Education Board

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, PunjabKeshav Goyal, PSEB

Gurpreet Singh :- Keshav Goyal has taken charge as the new Secretary of the Punjab School Education Board (PSEB) at its headquarters in Mohali. Soon after assuming office, he said the board plays a crucial role in the state’s education system and emphasized his commitment to ensuring efficient and transparent functioning of the institution. Goyal stated that all administrative and official work within the board would be carried out strictly in accordance with established rules and procedures. He stressed that transparency, accountability and efficiency would remain key priorities in the functioning of the board, adding that any form of negligence…

13 Mar

Three-Year-Old Injured After Guard’s Rifle Accidentally Fires in Moga; Security Personnel Absconding

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAccidentally Fire, Child Injured, Moga, Punjab News, Security Guard

Gurpreet Singh :- A three-year-old child was injured after a rifle carried by a private security guard accidentally went off in Punjab’s Moga district, triggering panic in the area. The incident occurred in Kishanpura locality, where the child sustained a bullet injury in the thigh. According to information, the injured child was immediately rushed to Medicity Hospital for treatment. Doctors are currently monitoring the child’s condition and providing medical care. Preliminary reports suggest that the house owner had deployed a private security guard for protection, and the guard was carrying a rifle at the time of the incident. For reasons…

13 Mar

Punjab CM Launches Official T-Shirt for Shaheed-e-Azam Bhagat Singh National Marathon to Promote Anti-Drug Campaign

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Gurpreet Singh :- Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Friday unveiled the official T-shirt for the upcoming Shaheed-e-Azam Bhagat Singh National Marathon, an initiative aimed at strengthening the state’s campaign against drug abuse and encouraging youth to adopt a healthy and active lifestyle through sports. The marathon is scheduled to be held on March 22, 2026, at Mahilpur (Garhshankar) in Hoshiarpur district, a town widely known as a nursery of football in Punjab. Punjab Vidhan Sabha Deputy Speaker Jai Krishan Singh Rouri, who was present on the occasion, said the event is part of the state government’s ongoing efforts…

12 Mar

IT Revolution in Mohali: CM Bhagwant Mann Breaks Ground on Rs 286 Crore Infosys Campus

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabBhagwant Mann, Infosys Mohali, IT Sector India, Progressive Punjab Summit, Punjab investment

Mohali (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Thursday asserted that Punjab is witnessing a decisive turnaround in its industrial fortunes, with global investors returning to the state after years of extortion and arm-twisting that had driven industry away before 2022. Speaking after performing the groundbreaking ceremony of Infosys’ ₹286 crore campus in Mohali, the Chief Minister stated the project alone will generate direct employment for 2,700 youth and thousands of indirect jobs. The Chief Minister highlighted that the Punjab Government has already attracted investment proposals worth more than ₹1,55,000 crore since March 2022, creating employment opportunities for…