Punjab

6 Kg Heroin Seized in Amritsar; Police Trace Links to Overseas Handler

6 Kg Heroin Seized in Amritsar; Police Trace Links to Overseas Handler

Amritsar (Gurpreet Singh): In a targeted operation, the Counter Intelligence wing of the Punjab Police has uncovered a drug smuggling racket in Amritsar, leading to the arrest of one suspect and the recovery of a large quantity of heroin. The action was carried out near Adda Manawala along the Amritsar–Jalandhar highway after officials received specific intelligence about the movement of narcotics. During the interception, approximately 6 kilograms of heroin was seized from the accused. Investigators said early findings suggest that the arrested individual was allegedly operating under instructions from a handler based in Dubai. The handler, identified as Antarpreet Singh…
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West Bengal Shatters Historical Records with Unprecedented 92.47 Per Cent Voter Turnout

West Bengal Shatters Historical Records with Unprecedented 92.47 Per Cent Voter Turnout

Kolkata (Gurpreet Singh): West Bengal has rewritten its electoral history by recording a staggering 92.47 per cent voter turnout in its two-phased assembly elections, marking the highest participation rate since Independence. The Election Commission confirmed on Wednesday that this monumental level of engagement reflects a massive surge in civic activity across the state’s vast voter base of 6.81 crore people. This landmark achievement comfortably eclipses the previous record of 84.72 per cent, which was established during the 2011 assembly elections. The second phase of polling, which concluded on Wednesday evening, saw a participation rate of 91.66 per cent by 7:45…
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Punjab Government Launches Massive Canal Water Initiative to Recharge Groundwater

Punjab Government Launches Massive Canal Water Initiative to Recharge Groundwater

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Wednesday announced a major relief for farmers ahead of the paddy season, declaring that canal water for irrigation will be made available from May 1 itself, with 21,000 cusecs of water to be released across the state, marking a decisive shift away from Punjab’s heavy reliance on groundwater. Backed by a ₹6,700 crore investment in irrigation infrastructure, a 14,000 km pipeline network, and the activation of 7,000 newly constructed watercourses and channels, the Bhagwant Mann Government has paired this масштаб push with an 8-hour power supply schedule across four zones…
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Punjab Government Implements Four-Zone Paddy Sowing Plan to Save Groundwater

Punjab Government Implements Four-Zone Paddy Sowing Plan to Save Groundwater

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann officially announced a staggered paddy sowing schedule for the 2026 season on Wednesday, aimed at curbing the state’s rapidly depleting groundwater levels and optimizing the power grid. Under this strategic initiative, the state has been partitioned into four distinct zones to ensure that transplantation does not occur simultaneously across all districts. This phased approach is designed to prevent a massive, localized surge in electricity demand while also addressing the perennial issue of agricultural labour shortages by extending the overall transplantation window. According to the government mandate, the Direct Seeding of Rice (DSR)…
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Punjab Hikes Milk Procurement Price by ₹20/kg Fat to Boost Dairy Farmers

Punjab Hikes Milk Procurement Price by ₹20/kg Fat to Boost Dairy Farmers

Gurpreet Singh :- In a significant move aimed at strengthening the rural economy, the Punjab Government, under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, has announced an increase in the milk procurement price for farmers associated with Milkfed Punjab (Verka brand), effective from May 1, 2026. The decision entails a hike of ₹20 per kilogram of fat, a step expected to enhance the income of dairy farmers and reinforce the cooperative dairy framework in the state. According to official sources, the initiative has been undertaken to safeguard the interests of nearly 2.5 lakh dairy farmers linked with Milkfed, who…
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SGPC Announces Key Administrative Appointments at Golden Temple

SGPC Announces Key Administrative Appointments at Golden Temple

Gurpreet Singh :- The Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) on Wednesday carried out significant administrative reshuffle, appointing Major Singh as the new General Manager of Sachkhand Sri Harmandir Sahib. The position is considered crucial as it oversees the day-to-day management and operations of the shrine. In another key decision, Balwinder Singh Kahlwan has been assigned charge of the important Section-85 of the SGPC, where he will supervise administrative functioning. Meanwhile, Gurinder Singh Mathrewal has been appointed as the new secretary of the Dharam Prachar Committee and will be responsible for handling religious outreach and related activities. The SGPC stated that…
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Major Fire Breaks Out at Warehouse on Banur-Tepla Road

Major Fire Breaks Out at Warehouse on Banur-Tepla Road

Gurpreet Singh :- A major fire broke out at a private company’s warehouse on the Banur-Tepla road, triggering panic in the area. Two fire brigade tenders rushed to the spot and efforts were underway to bring the blaze under control. According to initial information, the warehouse stored a large quantity of incense sticks, which caused the fire to spread rapidly. Thick smoke was seen billowing from the site as flames engulfed the premises. The affected warehouse is located within a boundary that also houses two other godowns containing detergent, liquid products and grocery items. These facilities are reportedly linked to…
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BJP Punjab Unveils Extensive In-Charge Appointments for Upcoming Municipal Polls

BJP Punjab Unveils Extensive In-Charge Appointments for Upcoming Municipal Polls

Gurpreet Singh :- Stepping up preparations for the upcoming urban local body elections, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Punjab on Wednesday announced a comprehensive list of in-charges and co-in-charges for nine municipal corporations, along with appointments for 105 municipal councils and नगर पंचायतों across the state. According to the list released by state general secretary Anil Sareen, senior leaders have been assigned key responsibilities in major नगर निगम areas. Vijay Sampla has been named in-charge for Barnala, with Darshan Singh Nainewal as co-in-charge. In Bathinda, Jeevan Gupta will serve as in-charge and Mona Jaiswal as co-in-charge, while Manjit Singh Rai…
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Final Phase Voting Begins in West Bengal, Key Districts Witness Early Turnout

Final Phase Voting Begins in West Bengal, Key Districts Witness Early Turnout

Kolkata (Rajeev Sharma): The second and last phase of Assembly elections in West Bengal got underway on Wednesday, with polling taking place across 142 constituencies that are expected to play a crucial role in determining the state’s political direction. Balloting started in the morning across major regions such as Kolkata, Howrah, Hooghly, Nadia and the 24 Parganas, where voters were seen arriving early at polling booths. Election officials reported orderly arrangements and smooth conduct during the initial hours. This phase is being closely watched as it covers areas that have historically supported the ruling All India Trinamool Congress. The opposition…
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CM Bhagwant Mann announces ₹1300 crore JICA boost and global agri-tech tie-ups following Europe tour

CM Bhagwant Mann announces ₹1300 crore JICA boost and global agri-tech tie-ups following Europe tour

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Tuesday presented a comprehensive report card of his Netherlands-Finland visit, asserting that the Punjab Government has secured concrete global partnerships in agriculture, industry, and innovation that will directly benefit farmers, youth, and the state’s economy. Highlighting a ₹1300 crore JICA-backed push, strong interest from global companies, and advanced agri-tech collaborations from Keukenhof to Finland, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said these strategic tie-ups will accelerate crop diversification, attract investment, and firmly position Punjab as a global hub for innovation, R&D, and high-value farming. Addressing a press conference, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann…
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