Punjab

Punjab government releases Rs 728.48 crore under Ashirwad Scheme

Punjab government releases Rs 728.48 crore under Ashirwad Scheme

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Reaffirming its commitment to social justice and welfare of underprivileged sections, the Punjab Government under the leadership of Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Singh Mann is continuously implementing pro-people initiatives for the upliftment of needy families. In this regard, Minister for Social Justice, Empowerment and Minorities, Dr. Baljit Kaur, informed that during the tenure of the Mann government, an amount of ₹728.48 crore has been released under the Ashirwad Scheme for Scheduled Castes, benefiting more than 1.43 lakh families across the state. Dr. Baljit Kaur said that the Ashirwad Scheme has emerged as a strong support system for…
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CM Bhagwant Mann invites NXP Semiconductors to establish R&D centre in Mohali

CM Bhagwant Mann invites NXP Semiconductors to establish R&D centre in Mohali

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): In a significant push to position Punjab at the forefront of the global semiconductor and advanced electronics ecosystem, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann on Monday rolled out the red carpet to NXP Semiconductors, a global leader in automotive and secure connectivity semiconductor solutions, inviting the multinational technology giant to explore the feasibility of establishing a research and development (R&D) centre in Mohali. The move forms part of the Punjab Government’s focused strategy to attract high-value investments, strengthen its innovation ecosystem, and integrate the state into the global semiconductor value chain, while leveraging Mohali’s emergence as a key hub…
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Chandigarh Intensifies Drive for “Child Marriage Free City,” Nearly 48,000 Reached

Chandigarh Intensifies Drive for “Child Marriage Free City,” Nearly 48,000 Reached

Chandigarh ( Naval Kishore): The Union Territory Child Protection Society, under the Department of Social Welfare, Women & Child Development, has successfully concluded a 100-day intensive campaign on “Bal Vivah Mukt Bharat” across Chandigarh. Conducted under the guidance of Anuradha Chagti, the campaign aimed to raise awareness about the harmful effects and legal consequences of child marriage. A total of 131 activities including street plays, school programmes, community outreach, and media campaigns engaged 47,962 participants citywide. Authorities highlighted legal provisions under the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act and promoted helplines 1098 and 112 for reporting cases. The initiative also secured…
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Chandigarh Police Strengthens Fleet with 55 New Vehicles under “Guardians of the Road” Initiative

Chandigarh Police Strengthens Fleet with 55 New Vehicles under “Guardians of the Road” Initiative

Chandigarh (Naval Kishore): In a significant step toward enhancing urban policing and public safety, Chandigarh Police flagged off 55 newly inducted vehicles under the theme “Guardians of the Road” at the Police Headquarters in Sector 9. The ceremonial flag-off was led by H. Rajesh Prasad, Chief Secretary of U.T. Chandigarh, who emphasized the importance of modern infrastructure in maintaining law and order in a rapidly growing city like Chandigarh. The newly added fleet includes 25 TVS Apache motorcycles, 5 Royal Enfield Bullet motorcycles, 20 Honda Activa scooters, 2 prison vans, 2 under-lift recovery vans, and 1 platform recovery vehicle. These…
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Punjab Enforces Strict Anti-Sacrilege Law; Chargesheets to Be Filed Within 60–90 Days

Punjab Enforces Strict Anti-Sacrilege Law; Chargesheets to Be Filed Within 60–90 Days

Gurpreet Singh :- Punjab has enforced a tougher legal framework to deal with sacrilege cases after the Governor approved the amended legislation. The law предусматриes stringent penalties, including life imprisonment and heavy financial fines, aimed at curbing such sensitive offences and ensuring stricter accountability. New Standard Operating Procedure for InvestigationsTo strengthen the investigation process, Punjab Police has rolled out a new Standard Operating Procedure (SOP). The framework emphasises scientific handling of forensic and digital evidence while ensuring that investigations are completed within a defined timeline, enhancing both transparency and efficiency. Immediate Response at Incident Sites Made MandatoryUnder the revised protocol,…
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Punjab Procures Over 24 Lakh MT Wheat; Payments Cross ₹647 Crore, Says Minister

Punjab Procures Over 24 Lakh MT Wheat; Payments Cross ₹647 Crore, Says Minister

Gurpreet Singh :- Punjab Food and Civil Supplies Minister Lal Chand Kataruchak on Monday reviewed wheat procurement arrangements at a grain market and said the process across the state is progressing smoothly. He stated that out of over 28 lakh metric tonnes of wheat arrivals so far, more than 24 lakh metric tonnes have already been procured. The minister, accompanied by MLA Jasvir Singh Raja Gill and senior officials, inspected procurement operations and facilitated the purchase of produce from a local farmer. He assured that the state government has made comprehensive arrangements in mandis to ensure that farmers do not…
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Bomb Threat at Sector 42 College Triggers Panic, Massive Security Sweep Launched

Bomb Threat at Sector 42 College Triggers Panic, Massive Security Sweep Launched

Gurpreet Singh :- Panic spread across the area on Monday after a bomb threat was reported at Dr Ambedkar College in Sector 42, prompting an immediate response from security agencies. The alert was triggered when the control room received a message warning of a possible explosion at the college premises. Responding without delay, Chandigarh Police teams rushed to the campus and initiated a comprehensive search operation. Bomb disposal squads, along with other security personnel, carried out a thorough inspection of classrooms, administrative buildings and nearby surroundings to rule out any potential danger. Taking no chances, authorities swiftly evacuated students, staff…
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Heatwave Likely to Grip Chandigarh, Punjab and Haryana as IMD Flags Rising Temperatures

Heatwave Likely to Grip Chandigarh, Punjab and Haryana as IMD Flags Rising Temperatures

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh/Balwinder Singh): Parts of Chandigarh, Punjab and Haryana are set to experience heatwave-like conditions between April 21 and April 23, according to an alert issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The warning comes shortly after the region witnessed a brief period of gusty winds and thunderstorms over the weekend. Weather officials noted that although isolated pockets of Punjab received light rainfall in the past day, temperatures across northwestern India continue to remain well above the seasonal norm. The IMD has indicated that the warming trend is expected to strengthen further, with predominantly dry weather likely to dominate…
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Over 24 LMT of wheat procured in Punjab; ₹647 crore credited to farmers

Over 24 LMT of wheat procured in Punjab; ₹647 crore credited to farmers

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Minister Lal Chand Kataruchak here today at Dana Mandi took stock of the procurement operations and said that the procurement of Wheat continues uninterruptedly in the mandis of the State and till now more than 24 Lakh Metric Tonnes (LMT) produce out of 28 LMT arrival, has been procured. Initiating the procurement of the produce of farmer Jaila hailing from village Basti, the Minister accompanied by MLA Jasvir Singh Raja Gill, said that robust arrangements have been made in the mandis regarding procurement to ensure the farmers encounter no difficulty…
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Historic Move for Religious Sanctity: CM Bhagwant Mann Welcomes New Anti-Sacrilege Law After Governor’s Assent

Historic Move for Religious Sanctity: CM Bhagwant Mann Welcomes New Anti-Sacrilege Law After Governor’s Assent

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Sunday announced that the bill passed in the Punjab Vidhan Sabha against ‘beadbi’ (sacrilege) of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji has now officially become law after receiving the assent of the Governor, marking a significant legislative step towards safeguarding the sanctity of the holy scripture. In a post on X, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said, “The bill passed in the Vidhan Sabha against the beadbi of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji has been signed by the Governor, Gulab Chand Kataria. Now this bill has become law. I am deeply grateful…
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