Punjab

Mohali sacrilege row: Desecration of gutka sahib in Sohana, protesters block Airport Road
06 May

Mohali sacrilege row: Desecration of gutka sahib in Sohana, protesters block Airport Road

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab
Gurpreet Singh :- A serious case of sacrilege has come to the fore where desecration of gutka sahib was reported in Sohan near Mata Gujri Devi Gurdwara (located close to Gurdwara Singh Shaheedan), triggering tensions in the area.  Following the incident, members of Sikh community blocked the Airport road in protest after desecrated pages of holy book were found lying on the road and demanded justice.  A case under newly enacted anti-sacrilege legislation has been registered and police launched investigation into the matter. 
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Security Heightened in Punjab After Back-to-Back Explosions Near Sensitive Sites
06 May

Security Heightened in Punjab After Back-to-Back Explosions Near Sensitive Sites

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Jalandhar/Amritsar (Gurpreet Singh): A state-wide alert has been issued across Punjab following two closely timed explosions near high-security zones in Jalandhar and Amritsar, prompting an intensive investigation by police and security agencies. The first incident took place outside the Punjab Frontier headquarters of the Border Security Force in Jalandhar, where a parked scooter suddenly caught fire and exploded, causing alarm among locals. Though early reports pointed to a mechanical fault, sources now indicate that investigators are examining the possibility of an improvised explosive device being involved. Police teams swiftly sealed off the area and began collecting evidence. Surveillance footage from…
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Arvind Kejriwal Asserts Strong Pro-Incumbency in Punjab and Vows to Halt BJP Victory Streak
05 May

Arvind Kejriwal Asserts Strong Pro-Incumbency in Punjab and Vows to Halt BJP Victory Streak

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New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): At a meeting with Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLAs from Punjab at Kapurthala House in Delhi alongside Punjab CM Bhagwant Singh Mann, Party's National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal asserted that Punjab is witnessing pro-incumbency even after four years in government. He asserted that the CM Bhagwant Singh Mann-led government is drawing widespread public support. The AAP Chief also launched a sharp attack on the BJP over vote deletion and addition, “stolen” Rajya Sabha seats, and denial of Punjab’s rightful dues. Addressing the AAP MLAs from Punjab who reached Kapurthala House after submitting a memorandum to the President,…
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IndiGo Flight Evacuated at Chandigarh Airport After Passenger Power Bank Ignites
05 May

IndiGo Flight Evacuated at Chandigarh Airport After Passenger Power Bank Ignites

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): An IndiGo flight arriving from Hyderabad was forced into an emergency evacuation at Chandigarh airport on Tuesday afternoon after a passenger’s portable power bank caught fire. Flight 6E108 had already completed its landing and was stationary on the tarmac when the personal electronic device began to emit smoke and flames, causing immediate concern within the cabin. Despite the unsettling nature of the event, airline officials confirmed that the situation was handled with professional haste and no injuries were reported among the passengers or crew. The aircraft’s cabin crew, who receive specialized training for high-heat emergencies involving lithium-ion…
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Punjab Chief Minister Takes Fight Against MP Defections to Rashtrapati Bhavan; Calls Defectors ‘Punjab de Gaddar’
05 May

Punjab Chief Minister Takes Fight Against MP Defections to Rashtrapati Bhavan; Calls Defectors ‘Punjab de Gaddar’

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New Delhi/Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Tuesday took the battle over defections in Punjab to the highest constitutional office, meeting the President and demanding immediate cancellation of the membership of “Punjab de Gaddar” (defectors) Rajya Sabha MPs. Leading a unified show of strength, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann arrived in Delhi along with MLAs from Punjab and submitted a signed memorandum at Rashtrapati Bhavan, asserting that the dramatic rise in the BJP’s Rajya Sabha numbers despite having just two MLAs in Punjab represents a blatant distortion of the democratic mandate. Calling the seven MPs “not elected…
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ASHA Workers Stage Protest in Mansa, Demand Wage Revision and Pending Appointments
05 May

ASHA Workers Stage Protest in Mansa, Demand Wage Revision and Pending Appointments

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Gurpreet Singh :- Members of the ASHA Workers and Facilitators Union staged a protest at the District Courts Complex in Mansa, raising their pending demands and expressing strong resentment against the state government. The protesters raised slogans and called for immediate action to address their concerns. Low Honorarium Sparks DiscontentThe workers stated that they have been working for several years on a meagre monthly honorarium, alleging that their grievances have been repeatedly ignored. Despite multiple protests in the past, they claimed that assurances from authorities have not translated into any concrete action. Allegations of Disparity with Neighbouring StateHighlighting disparity, the…
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Punjab crime: 15-year-old boy beaten to death with hammer in Sangrur clash; cousin critically injured
05 May

Punjab crime: 15-year-old boy beaten to death with hammer in Sangrur clash; cousin critically injured

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Gurpreet Singh :- A violent altercation between a group of youths in Sangrur’s Krishna Basti area near Patiala Gate escalated into a deadly attack, leaving a 15-year-old boy dead and his cousin critically injured. The deceased has been identified as Arshdeep Singh, alias Ankush, a Class 10 student. His cousin, Avneet Singh, alias Aditya, aged 18, sustained serious injuries and has been referred to Rajindra Hospital in Patiala. Family alleges brutal assault with hammer According to the victim’s family, the incident began with a minor disagreement between two youngsters in the neighbourhood. The situation quickly spiralled out of control when two…
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Punjab Is Not a Truck Anyone Can Drive”: CM Bhagwant Mann Slams BJP Over RS MPs’ Switch
05 May

Punjab Is Not a Truck Anyone Can Drive”: CM Bhagwant Mann Slams BJP Over RS MPs’ Switch

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Gurpreet Singh :- Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Tuesday met President Droupadi Murmu and termed the defection of seven Rajya Sabha members from the Aam Aadmi Party to the Bharatiya Janata Party as “unconstitutional”. Speaking to reporters after the meeting at Rashtrapati Bhavan, Mann launched a sharp attack on the Centre, asserting that attempts similar to “Operation Lotus” would not succeed in Punjab. Demands Cancellation of MembershipThe Chief Minister said that the members who had “betrayed” the party should be disqualified without delay. He further alleged that central agencies such as the Enforcement Directorate and the Central Bureau…
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10 New Judges Likely for Punjab and Haryana High Court; Collegium Recommends Names
05 May

10 New Judges Likely for Punjab and Haryana High Court; Collegium Recommends Names

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Gurpreet Singh :- The Supreme Court Collegium has recommended the appointment of 10 new judges to the Punjab and Haryana High Court, a move expected to improve the pace of judicial proceedings. The proposal has been sent to the Central Government for approval. Key Names from Haryana IncludedAmong those recommended are Advocate General of Haryana, Pravinder Singh Chauhan, along with Rajesh Gaur and Mandeep Jeet Yadav. Their appointments will be finalised after receiving approval from the President, following which formal orders are expected to be issued. Seven More Advocates RecommendedIn addition, the Collegium has proposed the elevation of advocates Monica…
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Weather Shift Brings Cooler Days to Punjab; Thunderstorm Warning Issued
05 May

Weather Shift Brings Cooler Days to Punjab; Thunderstorm Warning Issued

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, Trending
Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): A spell of unsettled weather has brought down temperatures across Punjab and Chandigarh, offering relief from the recent heatwave conditions. The mercury has dipped well below normal levels, with cloudy skies and cool winds prevailing in many parts of the region. The Meteorological Department has sounded a ‘Yellow Alert’ for the next two days, cautioning residents about the likelihood of thunderstorms, lightning, and moderate rainfall. Wind speeds are expected to range between 40 and 50 km/h in several districts. Areas such as Nawanshahr, Rupnagar, and Mohali are likely to witness strong winds along with storm activity, while…
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