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02 Nov

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann Unveils $432-Crore Canal Water Projects Across 316 Patiala Villages to Counter Groundwater Crisis

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabBhagwant Mann, Canal water, drinking water, Patiala, Public Health, Punjab, water treatment

Patiala (Gurpreet Singh): Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Monday dedicated two state-of-the-art Water Treatment Plants, built at a cost of ₹432.65 crore at village Mandoli in Ghanaour constituency of Patiala, providing a major boost to access to safe drinking water across the region. The project will supply clean canal water daily to 316 villages across five Assembly constituencies, covering 4.50 lakh residents and 70,000 households through a 752-kilometre pipeline network. Besides addressing the groundwater crisis and tackling contamination, including fluoride, the project will provide a long-term solution to drinking water challenges, reaffirming the Punjab Government’s commitment to making clean…

02 Nov

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann Slams Opposition Alliance, Inaugurates Major Canal Water Project in Patiala

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAAP, Akali Dal, Bhagwant Mann, BJP, Canal water, Congress, governance, Patiala, Punjab politics

Patiala (Gurpreet Singh): Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Monday launched a sharp attack on the Congress, Akali Dal and BJP, calling them deeply corrupt parties that had joined hands to derail Punjab’s development and protect their shared political interests. Describing the forthcoming political battle as ‘One Vs All’, he said that despite having different flags and election symbols, these parties shared the same intention of looting Punjab and exploiting its people. During a public gathering in Ghanaur Halqa of Patiala, the Chief Minister said the traditional parties are uncomfortable because an ordinary family’s son was honestly working for the…

11 Oct

Manish Sisodia Offers Prayers at Patiala’s Mata Shri Kali Devi Temple on Ashwin Navratri

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAAP Punjab, Kali Devi Temple, Manish Sisodia, Navratri, Patiala

Patiala (Gurpreet Singh): Aam Aadmi Party’s Punjab affairs in-charge and former Delhi Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia paid obeisance at the famous Mata Shri Kali Devi Temple in Patiala on the first day of Ashwin Navratri and sought the blessings of Mata Rani. He was accompanied by Punjab Health Minister Dr Balbir Singh, MLA Ajitpal Singh Kohli, Mayor Kundan Gogia and members of the temple’s advisory committee. On the occasion, Sisodia performed havan and puja along with AAP leaders and offered prayers before Mata Rani. Extending Navratri greetings to all devotees, he prayed for the happiness, prosperity, peace and progress…

28 Sep

Punjab Government Halts Power Disconnections for Domestic Consumers Facing Inflated Electricity Bills

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabDomestic Consumers, Electricity, Patiala, Power Bills, PSPCL, Punjab, Smart Billing

Patiala (Gurpreet Singh): In a major relief to electricity consumers facing incorrect or inflated bills due to ongoing billing-related issues, the Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL) has directed its field offices to keep disconnection of Domestic Supply (DS) consumer connections on account of default in abeyance with immediate effect. The decision has been taken in view of complaints from consumers who have received incorrect or inflated electricity bills, with such amounts subsequently appearing as outstanding or defaulting dues in the billing system. PSPCL has directed that no disconnection action be taken against such consumers until the billing system is…

19 Aug

Bhagwant Mann Govt To Identify Talent From Villages & Prepare Them For International-Level Competitions

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabBathinda, Bhagwant Mann, Khedan Wattan Punjab Diyan, Patiala, Punjab sports

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Wednesday announced that the Punjab government will organise the fourth edition of Khedan Wattan Punjab Diyan from September 5 to November 29, with a target of involving more than 10 lakh participants across all age groups. The grand sporting event, aimed at reviving Punjab’s sporting culture and channelising the energy of youth towards sports, will begin with the opening ceremony at Shaheed Bhagat Singh Stadium in Bathinda and conclude with the closing ceremony in Patiala. The 2026 edition has been planned as the biggest edition of the sporting extravaganza so far.…

10 May

Patiala resident receives life-changing treatment for kidney stones under Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabBhagwant Mann, kidney stones, Patiala, Punjab Health, Sehat Card, Sunita Rani

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): By the time the sun rose over Patiala, 46-year-old Sunita Rani had already been awake for hours. Sleep had become difficult. A dull ache gripped her lower back and travelled sharply through her side whenever she tried to stand straight. Her feet looked puffier each morning, and even walking to the kitchen felt exhausting. She would pause midway, pressing one hand against the wall and the other against her stomach, waiting for the stabbing discomfort to settle. In spite of the pain, Sunita continued managing her everyday responsibilities, hoping the problem would improve on its own. However,…

12 Apr

Sehat Camp at Patiala’s RGMC expands healthcare coverage to members and staff

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabBhagwant Mann, Dr. Balbir Singh, Patiala, RGMC, Sehat Camp

Patiala (Gurpreet Singh): A two-day Sehat camp held at Rajendra Gymkhana and Mahindra Club (RGMC), Patiala, on April 11 and 12 witnessed strong participation from members, their families and club staff as the Bhagwant Mann Government continues to expand healthcare access through the Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana. The initiative reflects the government’s commitment to ensuring that people across all backgrounds are secure before any medical emergency arises, with a clear focus on accessibility, inclusion, and preventive care. The camp, which began at 9 AM on both days, focused on spreading awareness about preventive health and registering members of the club…

09 Apr

Punjab bomb threat: Several schools in Patiala receive bomb threats via email; probe launched, premises evacuated

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabBomb Threat, Patiala, Punjab News, Schools

Gurpreet Singh :- Several schools in Punjab's Patiala district on Thursday received fresh bomb threats via email triggering immediate security response. The email threatened to carry out a suicide bomb blast at Patiala schools and trains in Ferozepur. Soon after receiving the information, several teams of police officials along with bomb disposal squad reached the spot and launched investigation. The premises were immediately evacuated and security agencies cordoned off the area. The email was sent in the name of Khalistan National Army.

25 Mar

Absconding Punjab MLA Harmeet Singh Pathanmajra Held in Patiala After Six-Month Manhunt

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPolitics, Punjab, TrendingHarmeet Singh Pathanmajra, Patiala

Patiala (Gurpreet Singh): In a significant breakthrough, Harmeet Singh Pathanmajra has been arrested by the Punjab Police after remaining on the run for several months in connection with a rape case. The arrest was carried out in Patiala, where police teams tracked down the accused following a prolonged search operation. Pathanmajra had been declared a proclaimed offender by the court after repeatedly evading arrest since September last year. Officials said multiple charges, including rape, cheating and criminal intimidation, have been levelled against the legislator. A lookout circular had also been issued earlier to aid in locating him. Sources indicate that…

26 Jan

Punjab Cop stabbed to death by unknown assailants in Patiala’s Nabha

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, PunjabHead Constable, Murder, Patiala, Punjab Police

National Times Bureau :- In another case of deteriorating law and order in the state, a Punjab Police head constable was allegedly attacked with sharp-edged weapon by unidentified assailants in Patiala's Nabha on Sunday evening. The victim has been identified as Amandeep Singh, a head constable posted at Civil Lines in Patiala and a resident of Nabha. Kotwali Police Station in-charge Saurav Sabharwal said preliminary information indicates the attack followed a confrontation with the youths. He added that Singh’s brother is currently not in a condition to record a statement. The incident unfolded on Sunday evening around 8 pm when…