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‘Sehat Kranti’ in Punjab: Arvind Kejriwal and CM Bhagwant Singh Mann dedicate 109 Aam Aadmi Clinics to people
29 Mar

‘Sehat Kranti’ in Punjab: Arvind Kejriwal and CM Bhagwant Singh Mann dedicate 109 Aam Aadmi Clinics to people

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPolitics, Punjab, Trending,
FATEHGARH SAHIB (Gurpreet Singh): With a major push on its flagship healthcare model in Punjab, the CM Bhagwant Singh Mann-led Aam Aadmi Party (AAP)’s Punjab Government on Saturday dedicated 109 new Aam Aadmi Clinics to the people, taking the total number of such clinics in the state to 990 within four years, with 400 more set to be opened in the coming days. Positioning it as a large-scale expansion of free public healthcare, AAP National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal shared that the clinics are providing 107 medicines and 47 diagnostic tests free of cost, adding that the network has already recorded…
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Punjab to Convene Special Vidhan Sabha Session on Baisakhi to Toughen Sacrilege Laws
28 Mar

Punjab to Convene Special Vidhan Sabha Session on Baisakhi to Toughen Sacrilege Laws

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): In a major legislative move, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann announced on Saturday, March 28, 2026, that a special session of the Punjab Vidhan Sabha will be convened on Baisakhi (April 13) to introduce rigorous amendments to the state's sacrilege laws. Addressing a massive public gathering in Fatehgarh Sahib, the Chief Minister detailed plans to amend the Jagat Jot Sri Guru Granth Sahib Satkar Act, 2008. The proposed changes aim to mandate a minimum of 10 years of rigorous imprisonment, extending up to a life sentence, for any individual found guilty of beadbi (sacrilege) of the…
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Punjab Anti-Gangster Helpline Sees 590 Complaints, Government Claims Strong Public Backing
28 Mar

Punjab Anti-Gangster Helpline Sees 590 Complaints, Government Claims Strong Public Backing

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Punjab State Media Incharge Baltej Pannu said that the campaign launched by CM Bhagwant Mann-led Punjab Government to eliminate gangsterism, 'Gangsters te Vaar', is receiving unprecedented public support. Pannu stated that a large number of people across Punjab have come forward to assist the police through the special helpline number issued against gangsters, which proves that there is no longer any space left for criminals in the state.Sharing the figures, Baltej Pannu said that around 590 people have registered their complaints on this helpline so far. He clarified that the government’s priority is…
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Rs 400 Crore Trident Hotel Project Set to Transform Amritsar’s Hospitality Landscape
28 Mar

Rs 400 Crore Trident Hotel Project Set to Transform Amritsar’s Hospitality Landscape

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): In a significant boost to Punjab’s tourism and hospitality sector, Cabinet Minister Sanjeev Arora announced that the Oberoi Group and Springedge Solutions Pvt. Ltd. have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the development of a world-class hospitality project in Amritsar. The MoU was signed in the presence of senior representatives of both sides, including Mr. R. Shankar, President – Corporate and Legal Affairs, Oberoi Group, and Dr. Shahbaz Singh, Dr. Avtar Singh and Dr. Amandeep Kaur, Directors of Springedge Solutions Pvt. Ltd. The signing ceremony was also attended by Mr. Gurkirat Kirpal Singh, Administrative Secretary, Industries…
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Pre-Marriage ‘Dope Test’ proposal: AAP MP Malvinder Kang urges Centre to make drug screening mandatory
28 Mar

Pre-Marriage ‘Dope Test’ proposal: AAP MP Malvinder Kang urges Centre to make drug screening mandatory

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab,
Gurpreet Singh :- In a significant and unconventional proposal, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader and Member of Parliament Malvinder Singh Kang has urged the central government to introduce a law mandating ‘dope tests’ for both bride and groom before marriage. Kang has written to the Centre seeking the formulation of strict legislation that would make drug screening compulsory as part of the marriage registration process. He argued that such a step is essential to safeguard young people from substance abuse and to ensure a more secure and stable family life. According to the proposal, both individuals intending to marry should…
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Post meeting PM Modi, CM Mann updates Punjabis on fuel and LPG situation
28 Mar

Post meeting PM Modi, CM Mann updates Punjabis on fuel and LPG situation

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Gurpreet Singh :- Amid rumours of shortages, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Friday assured residents that the state has ample stocks of fuel and food grains, urging people to avoid panic buying and rely only on official information. Following a key meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and central ministries, the Chief Minister clarified that petrol, diesel, and LPG supplies across Punjab remain stable, with no risk of any shortage. He cautioned citizens against hoarding fuel or LPG cylinders, stating that unnecessary stocking not only creates panic but can also pose safety risks. According to government data, Punjab currently…
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Railways to Run Special Trains from Hazrat Nizamuddin and Saharanpur for Beas Satsang
27 Mar

Railways to Run Special Trains from Hazrat Nizamuddin and Saharanpur for Beas Satsang

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Beas (Gurpreet Singh): To accommodate the large influx of devotees attending the Radha Soami Satsang at Beas, the Northern Railway has announced the operation of special Mail Express trains from Hazrat Nizamuddin and Saharanpur. Paramdeep Singh Saini, Senior Divisional Commercial Manager, stated on Friday, March 27, 2026, that these exclusive services are designed to provide a convenient and hassle-free travel experience for pilgrims visiting the spiritual centre in Punjab. The Hazrat Nizamuddin–Beas–Hazrat Nizamuddin Special (04451/04452) will operate across two specific weekends in April and May. Train 04451 is scheduled to depart from Hazrat Nizamuddin at 19:40 hrs on April 23…
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Punjab’s Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna Covers 30.51 Lakh Families in First 90 Days
27 Mar

Punjab’s Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna Covers 30.51 Lakh Families in First 90 Days

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab, under the leadership of CM Bhagwant Singh Mann, has set a benchmark in large-scale public healthcare delivery under the Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna, emerging as a leading model nationally with over 30.51 lakh families enrolled and ₹292 crore worth of free treatment approved within three months of its launch on January 8, 2026. Highlighting the scale and pace of implementation, Punjab Health and Family Welfare Minister Dr Balbir Singh on Friday said the scheme has rapidly translated into real financial relief and healthcare access for lakhs of families across Punjab. Addressing a press conference at Punjab…
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AAP Launches ‘Shandaar 4 Saal’ Campaign to Mark Four Years of Bhagwant Mann Government
27 Mar

AAP Launches ‘Shandaar 4 Saal’ Campaign to Mark Four Years of Bhagwant Mann Government

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Marking four years of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government under Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, the party on Friday continued its statewide outreach campaign “Shandaar 4 Saal, Bhagwant Mann de Naal”, with the second day of the ‘Samvad’ initiative witnessing widespread participation across Punjab, as Ministers and MLAs engaged directly with citizens to present the government’s report card and gather public feedback. Cabinet Ministers Barinder Kumar Goyal, Harbhajan Singh ETO, and Lal Chand Kataruchak directly engaged with people in their respective constituencies, holding nukkad meetings and public interactions to highlight the achievements of the Bhagwant…
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Youth Dies of Suspected Drug Overdose in Mansa; Family, Villagers Demand Probe
27 Mar

Youth Dies of Suspected Drug Overdose in Mansa; Family, Villagers Demand Probe

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab
National Times Bureau :- A 30-year-old man in Punjab’s Mansa district reportedly died due to a suspected drug overdose, triggering concern among locals and the victim’s family, who have demanded a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death. The deceased has been identified as Amritpal Singh, a resident of village Nangal Kalan. According to family members, he had been struggling with drug addiction for some time. They alleged that narcotics were being openly sold in the vicinity and claimed that repeated complaints to authorities had not led to effective action. Villagers, including members of the local panchayat, also raised…
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