Punjab

Father, Son Die After Suspected Gas Leak at Ludhiana Factory; Several Workers Hospitalised

Father, Son Die After Suspected Gas Leak at Ludhiana Factory; Several Workers Hospitalised

Gurpreet Singh :- Panic gripped an industrial unit in Ludhiana after a suspected toxic gas leak at a spanner-manufacturing factory claimed the lives of a father and son and left several workers affected. The incident occurred during the night shift when employees were carrying out routine work inside the factory premises. According to eyewitnesses, gas allegedly began leaking from a pipeline or cylinder and quickly spread across the facility. The fumes reportedly engulfed the work area within minutes, leaving workers struggling to breathe. Several employees collapsed on the spot, while others suffered severe irritation and breathing difficulties. The deceased have…
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Navjot Kaur Sidhu to Contest Patiala Urban Seat in 2027 Punjab Assembly Polls on New Party Ticket

Navjot Kaur Sidhu to Contest Patiala Urban Seat in 2027 Punjab Assembly Polls on New Party Ticket

Gurpreet Singh :- In a significant political announcement ahead of the 2027 Punjab Assembly elections, Navjot Kaur Sidhu has declared her intention to contest from the Patiala Urban constituency. The former MLA and wife of senior politician Navjot Singh Sidhu said she would enter the electoral fray under the banner of her newly formed Bharatiya Rashtrawadi Party. The announcement is being viewed as a notable development in Punjab's political landscape, particularly in Patiala, where electoral equations are expected to witness fresh realignments. Navjot Kaur Sidhu said her party would focus on issues concerning the common people and seek to offer…
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Justice Ashwani Kumar Mishra Assumes Role of Acting Chief Justice at Punjab and Haryana High Court

Justice Ashwani Kumar Mishra Assumes Role of Acting Chief Justice at Punjab and Haryana High Court

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The Union Government has appointed Justice Ashwani Kumar Mishra as the Acting Chief Justice of the Punjab and Haryana High Court following the elevation of Justice Sheel Nagu to the Supreme Court of India. The appointment was announced through a notification issued by the Ministry of Law and Justice on Monday. The decision has been made under Article 223 of the Constitution, which provides for the appointment of an Acting Chief Justice when the position falls vacant or the incumbent is unable to discharge official duties. Justice Sheel Nagu’s recent elevation to the country’s highest court created…
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Rains Bring Temporary Relief Across Punjab, but Experts Warn of Bigger Challenges Ahead

Rains Bring Temporary Relief Across Punjab, but Experts Warn of Bigger Challenges Ahead

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Dark clouds, intermittent showers and cooler winds have transformed the weather across Punjab over the past few days, offering residents a much-needed break from the scorching temperatures that dominated May. However, while the current spell has brought relief from the heat, concerns are mounting over forecasts of a weaker monsoon and the impact it could have on farming, groundwater reserves and electricity consumption in the months ahead. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted continued weather activity across several parts of the state until the end of the week, with thunderstorms, lightning and strong winds expected to…
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Orthopaedic Treatments Under Punjab’s Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana Cross ₹84 Crore as Demand Rises; Among Top Services Under Scheme, Says Health Minister

Orthopaedic Treatments Under Punjab’s Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana Cross ₹84 Crore as Demand Rises; Among Top Services Under Scheme, Says Health Minister

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab is witnessing a steady rise in bone, joint and trauma-related health conditions, with orthopaedic treatments emerging as one of the most significant components of the state’s public healthcare delivery, according to data from the Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana. Highlighting the trend, the State Health Agency (SHA) data revealed that more than ₹84 crore has been spent so far on bone, joint and trauma-related treatments so far, under the scheme, reflecting both increasing demand for surgical care and expanded access to specialised orthopaedic services across government hospitals. The data shows that knee replacements account for the highest…
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Punjab Aims to Become Top Education Hub and Halt Student Exodus to Canada, Says CM Bhagwant Singh Mann

Punjab Aims to Become Top Education Hub and Halt Student Exodus to Canada, Says CM Bhagwant Singh Mann

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Four years after launching a sweeping transformation of Punjab’s education system, the Bhagwant Mann Government is now setting its sights on a bigger goal: turning Punjab into the country’s leading education destination and reversing the long-held perception that quality education can only be found abroad. Pointing to Punjab’s rise past Kerala in national education rankings, the growing dominance of girls among board toppers, and the success of 359 government school students in JEE Main, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said the state’s Sikhya Kranti (Education Revolution) has begun delivering tangible results on the ground. Speaking at the ‘Sitaare…
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Major Rural Infrastructure Boost as Punjab Government Unveils Road Projects Worth Over ₹18.76 Crore in Lehragaga Region

Major Rural Infrastructure Boost as Punjab Government Unveils Road Projects Worth Over ₹18.76 Crore in Lehragaga Region

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema on Sunday dedicated and laid foundation stones for a series of road infrastructure and development projects worth more than ₹18.76 crore in the Lehragaga region, giving a major boost to rural connectivity and strengthening the local economy. The projects are aimed at eliminating safety hazards, improving rural infrastructure and ensuring all-weather connectivity for thousands of villagers. Highlighting the vision of the CM Bhagwant Singh Mann-led Punjab Government, Minister Harpal Singh Cheema said the government is transforming rural Punjab by actively strengthening nearly 40,000 kilometres of roads across the state, thereby delivering…
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Amritsar on High Alert Ahead of Operation Bluestar Anniversary; Additional Forces to Be Deployed

Amritsar on High Alert Ahead of Operation Bluestar Anniversary; Additional Forces to Be Deployed

Gurpreet Singh :- Security arrangements have been significantly intensified across Amritsar ahead of the June 6 anniversary of Operation Bluestar, with Punjab Police preparing a comprehensive security plan to maintain law and order in the city. A high-level review meeting chaired by Punjab Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav was held on Saturday to assess preparedness and coordinate security measures. Senior police officials, including Police Commissioner Gurpreet Singh Bhullar and DIG Sandeep Goel, attended the meeting and reviewed arrangements for the upcoming observance. Sources said the police have been directed to closely monitor individuals and groups that have previously…
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Land Dispute Behind RTI Activist Simranjit Singh’s Murder, Punjab Police Claim

Land Dispute Behind RTI Activist Simranjit Singh’s Murder, Punjab Police Claim

Gurpreet Singh :- Punjab Police has claimed to have cracked the murder case of RTI activist Simranjit Singh within hours of the incident, with preliminary investigations pointing towards a financial dispute linked to a land transaction as the motive behind the killing. According to police officials, the investigation has revealed that the crime was allegedly carried out by individuals related to the victim. Authorities believe that a long-standing disagreement over money connected to a land deal escalated into a deadly confrontation, ultimately resulting in Simranjit Singh’s murder. Police Commissionerate officials stated that multiple leads were pursued immediately after the incident,…
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Punjab Sets October Deadline for International Hockey Return with Asian Champions Trophy, CM Mann Sees Performance

Punjab Sets October Deadline for International Hockey Return with Asian Champions Trophy, CM Mann Sees Performance

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab is gearing up to host the prestigious Hockey Asian Champions Trophy later this year, with CM Bhagwant Singh Mann on Saturday reviewing preparations for the mega international event and directing officers to ensure flawless arrangements well ahead of schedule. Chairing a high-level meeting, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann instructed officials to complete all infrastructure and organisational works before September and emphasised that no effort should be spared in making the tournament a grand success. The Chief Minister directed that an organising committee comprising experts, players and other stakeholders be constituted to ensure the timely execution of all…
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