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Punjab’s ‘Yudh Nasheyan Virudh’ delivers massive surge in narcotics seizures and convictions
23 Apr

Punjab’s ‘Yudh Nasheyan Virudh’ delivers massive surge in narcotics seizures and convictions

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , , , , ,
Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab’s ‘Yudh Nasheyan Virudh’ has intensified into a sustained, high-impact crackdown under the Bhagwant Mann-led Punjab Government, with fresh data pointing to a sharp rise in enforcement, deeper network disruption, and significantly improved conviction outcomes driven by the flagship campaign Yudh Nasheyan Virudh. The data shows that 73,541 NDPS cases have been registered between 2022 and 2026 (till date), marking an increase of over 40 percent compared to 52,255 cases during 2017–21. Arrests have also seen a steep rise, reaching 98,596 in the current period, up nearly 45 percent from 68,064 earlier, indicating sustained, large-scale action against…
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Over 23,000 arrested as ‘Gangstran Te Vaar’ completes 92 days in Punjab
23 Apr

Over 23,000 arrested as ‘Gangstran Te Vaar’ completes 92 days in Punjab

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , , ,
Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Punjab State Media In-charge Baltej Pannu stated that the Bhagwant Mann Government’s two major campaigns, ‘Yudh Nashean Virudh’ and ‘Gangstran Te Vaar’, are being carried out successfully by Punjab Police with strong support from the people, reflecting the administration’s firm resolve to eliminate drugs and organised crime from Punjab. Highlighting the progress of the anti-gangster drive, Baltej Pannu said, “‘Gangstran Te Vaar’ campaign has completed 92 days, and on the 92nd day alone, Punjab Police arrested 254 individuals and recovered 4 illegal weapons.” He added, “The total number of arrests under this campaign…
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Punjab’s education reform gains momentum through Finland-University of Turku partnership
23 Apr

Punjab’s education reform gains momentum through Finland-University of Turku partnership

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab
Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): A collaboration between the Punjab Government, under the leadership of CM Bhagwant Singh Mann, and Finland’s University of Turku is beginning to translate into visible changes in classrooms, with teaching practices becoming more interactive and early signs of improved student engagement emerging on the ground. As part of this initiative, teaching is steadily moving away from rote methods towards more joyful and participatory learning approaches. Anchored in Punjab’s broader Sikhya Kranti, the programme focuses on adapting global expertise to local classroom contexts while building scale through a structured train-the-trainers model, with nearly 300 teachers will have been…
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Punjab to conduct civil defence blackout drill across state on April 24
23 Apr

Punjab to conduct civil defence blackout drill across state on April 24

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsEntertainment, Punjab, Trending,
Gurpreet Singh :- The Punjab Government will conduct a statewide civil defence air raid and blackout mock drill on April 24 at 8 pm, as part of preparedness measures for emergency situations. The exercise, scheduled for 15 minutes until 8:15 pm, is being carried out on the directions of the Union Ministry of Home Affairs. Officials said the primary objective of the drill is to assess the readiness of civil defence mechanisms and administrative agencies in dealing with emergencies such as air raids or other crisis situations. The exercise aims to test coordination, response time and the effectiveness of emergency…
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Amritpal Singh to be produced in Ajnala court today after NSA detention ends
23 Apr

Amritpal Singh to be produced in Ajnala court today after NSA detention ends

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab,
Gurpreet Singh :- Khadoor Sahib MP Amritpal Singh is likely to be produced before a court in Ajnala on Wednesday following the expiry of his detention under the National Security Act (NSA) on April 22. Sources indicate that the production may take place through video conferencing, though there has been no official confirmation from authorities so far. Currently lodged in Dibrugarh jail in Assam, Amritpal Singh may be brought under a production warrant by the Punjab Police in connection with the Ajnala police station incident. Police teams had already reached the Assam facility ahead of the expiry of the NSA…
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Punjab’s flagship health scheme brings sweeping relief as lakhs avail cashless treatment
23 Apr

Punjab’s flagship health scheme brings sweeping relief as lakhs avail cashless treatment

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab,
Gurpreet Singh :- Punjab’s healthcare landscape is witnessing a significant transformation, with lakhs of patients across cities and small towns now accessing treatment without bearing any financial burden. Under the state government’s flagship health initiative, patients who would earlier delay or avoid medical care due to high costs are now returning home after receiving treatment without paying hospital bills running into lakhs. The scheme, introduced under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, aims to ensure accessible, affordable and dignified healthcare for every household. In a short span of three months, more than 4 million health cards have been…
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Tri-City Crackdown: Chandigarh Police Bust Interstate Arms Supply Gang, 8 Arrested; 14 Pistols Seized
22 Apr

Tri-City Crackdown: Chandigarh Police Bust Interstate Arms Supply Gang, 8 Arrested; 14 Pistols Seized

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Chandigarh ( Naval Kishore): In a major breakthrough against organized crime, the Chandigarh Police Operation Cell has busted an interstate illegal arms supply network linked to the notorious Lucky Patial Bambhia gang. A total of eight accused have been arrested in a series of coordinated operations, with police recovering 14 pistols and 15 live cartridges. Acting under the directions of senior officers including W/DGP Sagar Preet Hooda, IGP Pushpender Kumar, DIG Rajiv Ranjan Singh, and under the supervision of SP Operations Geetanjali Khandelwal, special teams were constituted to track down anti-social elements and disrupt illegal arms circulation in the Tri-City…
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Minister Lal Chand Kataruchak reviews wheat procurement at Bhagtanwala Mandi
22 Apr

Minister Lal Chand Kataruchak reviews wheat procurement at Bhagtanwala Mandi

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , , , ,
Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab’s Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Minister, Lal Chand Kataruchak, today reviewed the ongoing wheat procurement operations at Bhagtanwala Grain Market in Amritsar. During his visit, he interacted with farmers, commission agents, and labourers to gather firsthand information about procurement arrangements. On the occasion, MLA South Amritsar Dr. Inderbir Singh Nijjar, MLA Central Amritsar Dr. Ajay Gupta, Chairman PUNSUP S. Prabhbir Singh Brar, Additional Deputy Commissioner (General) Rohit Gupta, SDM-1 Alka Kalia, DFSC Harveen Kaur, and officials of procurement agencies were also present. After reviewing procurement at Bhagtanwala Mandi, while addressing the media at the Market…
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Punjab’s Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna reaches 40 lakh registrations in massive healthcare push
22 Apr

Punjab’s Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna reaches 40 lakh registrations in massive healthcare push

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , , , ,
Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab’s healthcare landscape is witnessing a decisive transformation under the leadership of CM Bhagwant Singh Mann, with the AAP Government delivering what it promised: accessible, affordable, and dignified healthcare for every family. For years, high treatment costs forced patients to delay care, skip diagnostics, or abandon medicines midway, pushing families into debt and worsening medical outcomes. That cycle, entrenched across both urban and rural Punjab, is now being broken through systemic intervention. At the heart of this transformation is the Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna (MMSY), a flagship initiative of the Bhagwant Mann Government that is rapidly reshaping…
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Punjab to establish Centre of Excellence for Basmati following CM Mann’s Netherlands visit
22 Apr

Punjab to establish Centre of Excellence for Basmati following CM Mann’s Netherlands visit

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , , ,
Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab is set to take a major step towards crop diversification and sustainable agriculture. With strenuous efforts of CM Bhagwant Singh Mann, the establishment of a Centre of Excellence for Basmati has been secured during his ongoing visit to the Netherlands. The initiative is aimed at strengthening farmers’ incomes and reducing overdependence on the wheat-paddy cycle. As part of his visit, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann explored best practices in agriculture and industry to benefit Punjab’s farmers, who have played a key role in making the country self-reliant in food production. The Chief Minister noted, “For the sake…
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