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28 Apr

Wrestling icon Jassa Patti joins Aam Aadmi Party at CM’s residence

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Renowned in the wrestling world as ‘Jassa Patti,’ Rustam-e-Hind Jaskanwar Singh Patti joined the Aam Aadmi Party on Tuesday along with his entire team. He was formally inducted into the party during a program organised at the Chief Minister’s residence. Welcoming him into the party, Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann said that Jassa Patti has brought glory not only to Punjab but to the entire country at the international level through his achievements in wrestling. He said that the joining of such prominent personalities from the sports world into politics will provide positive inspiration to the youth. Expressing…

28 Apr

Patiala Police dismantle ISI-backed terror module following railway track detonation attempt

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabISI backed terror, Pardeep Singh Khalsa, Patiala terror module, Punjab Police breakthrough, Shambu railway track blast

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): In a major breakthrough amidst the ongoing drive to make Punjab a safe and secure state as per directions of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, Patiala Police has successfully busted a Pakistan’s ISI backed Pro-Khalistani terror module responsible for late night attempted detonation at Railway Track near Shambu with the arrest of four highly radicalised habitual criminals and recovered heavy quantity of militant hardware from their possession.Those arrested have been identified as Pardeep Singh Khalsa of Mansa, Kulwinder Singh alias Bgga of Village Bappiana in Mansa, Satnam Singh alias Satta of Panjwarh in Taran Tarn and Gurpreet…

28 Apr

7-year-old girl killed in truck-Activa collision in Amritsar

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Gurpreet Singh :- A tragic road accident in Amritsar claimed the life of a seven-year-old girl after a collision between a truck and an Activa at Maqboolpura Chowk. The incident, which occurred earlier in the day, has left the local community in shock and mourning. According to police, information about the accident was received shortly before their arrival, following which a team rushed to the spot. Police officer Amandeep Kaur said the impact of the collision left the child critically injured, leading to her death at the scene. The victim has been identified as Moni, a resident of the Cheema…

28 Apr

Punjab Cabinet to meet today at CM’s residence; key decisions likely

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Gurpreet Singh :- The Punjab Cabinet is scheduled to convene this afternoon at 3:30 pm at the Chief Minister’s residence, with the meeting expected to deliberate on several important issues. The session is being seen as significant, as key policy matters, welfare initiatives and administrative decisions are likely to be taken up for discussion. Officials indicated that a range of subjects concerning various departments may be placed before the Cabinet, with the possibility of decisions that could shape the government’s future course of action. The outcome of the meeting is expected to have a bearing on governance priorities in the…

28 Apr

Punjab withdraws Unified Building Rules 2025, restores previous regulations

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Gurpreet Singh :- In a significant policy reversal, the Punjab Government has withdrawn the Unified Building Rules, 2025 with immediate effect, reinstating the earlier framework governing construction norms across the state. The Housing and Urban Development Department issued an official notification confirming the decision, effectively scrapping the recently introduced system. The move has been taken under various legal provisions related to urban planning and municipal governance, with the government exercising its statutory powers to annul the 2025 rules. Officials clarified that the withdrawn regulations will no longer hold any validity. With this decision, all previously repealed building rules and by-laws…

28 Apr

Punjab Police crack down on gang networks; 240 arrested in statewide raids

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Gurpreet Singh :- In a major statewide operation, the Punjab Police intensified its crackdown on organised crime under the ongoing ‘Campaign Against Gangsters’, conducting raids at 486 identified locations on the 97th day of the drive. The coordinated action targeted suspected hideouts and associates of gangsters across the state, aiming to dismantle their operational networks. Weapons seized, total arrests cross 24,500During the operation, police teams arrested 240 individuals and recovered six weapons. Officials said the cumulative number of arrests since the launch of the campaign has now reached 24,520, reflecting sustained efforts to curb criminal activities. Preventive action and interrogation…

28 Apr

Railway Track Blast Near Rajpura Triggers Security Alert; Suspected Attacker Killed in Explosion

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Rajpura (Gurpreet Singh): A late-night explosion on a railway track in Punjab has sparked a major security alert, with officials suspecting a failed sabotage attempt after a body was discovered at the scene. The blast occurred along the Ambala–Amritsar freight rail corridor near the Rajpura–Shambhu section, damaging a portion of the track and prompting an immediate response from multiple security agencies. Teams from the GRP, RPF, and Punjab Police reached the site shortly after the incident and began a detailed investigation. Authorities recovered the remains of an unidentified individual close to the damaged track. Preliminary findings suggest that the person…

28 Apr

Weather Turns Unstable in Punjab as Showers and Gusty Winds Sweep Key Cities

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): A shift in weather conditions has brought much-needed relief to parts of Punjab, with rainfall recorded in Amritsar, Ludhiana and Jalandhar, even as heat levels remain higher than usual. The India Meteorological Department has sounded an orange alert for the region, cautioning about thunderstorms, lightning strikes and strong winds over the next 48 hours. Wind speeds are expected to range between 50 and 60 km/h, raising concerns about possible disruptions. In Chandigarh, cloudy skies and brisk winds were reported, signalling the spread of the changing weather pattern across neighbouring areas. However, temperatures have not seen any major…

27 Apr

Punjab Government to Acquire Amphibious Machines for Enhanced Flood Preparedness

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Monday reviewed the state’s flood preparedness and approved the purchase of advanced amphibious machines to strengthen Punjab’s flood prevention and relief infrastructure, asserting that the People’s Government is moving proactively to minimise damage and protect lives ahead of the monsoon season. Chairing a high-level meeting, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said, “In order to carry out flood relief measures further in a smooth and hassle free manner, consent has been given to purchase amphibious machines for desilting of rivers and drains effectively.” He emphasised that these machines are capable of operating…

27 Apr

Punjab Govt Claims Full Preparedness as Power Demand Surges to 12,000 MW

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Facing a sharp and sudden surge in electricity demand driven by an intense heatwave, the Bhagwant Mann Government has moved swiftly to ensure uninterrupted power supply across Punjab, with Power Minister Sanjeev Arora asserting that Punjab remains firmly in control even as demand skyrocketed from 7,900 MW to over 12,000 MW within just ten days. Backed by a ₹6,000+ crore infrastructure overhaul under Mission Roshan Punjab and a nearly 70% reduction in unplanned outages, the state’s power utility Punjab State Power Corporation (PSPCL) has managed to maintain grid stability at a time when several parts of the…