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ED Attaches ₹546.91 Crore Assets in PACL Money Laundering Case; Probe Uncovers Massive Investor Fraud

ED Attaches ₹546.91 Crore Assets in PACL Money Laundering Case; Probe Uncovers Massive Investor Fraud

Gurpreet Singh :- The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has provisionally attached 126 immovable properties worth ₹546.91 crore in connection with the PACL (Pearls Agrotech Corporation Limited) money laundering case. The seized assets are primarily located in Punjab and Delhi and are believed to have been acquired using funds collected from investors. The investigation stems from an FIR registered by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on February 19, 2014, under directions of the Supreme Court. Following the FIR, the CBI filed charge sheets against multiple accused, prompting the ED to initiate proceedings under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002. According…
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Punjab Announces Major Healthcare Push: New Medical Colleges, 100 More Aam Aadmi Clinics, and Expanded Free Treatment Scheme

Punjab Announces Major Healthcare Push: New Medical Colleges, 100 More Aam Aadmi Clinics, and Expanded Free Treatment Scheme

Gurpreet Singh :- Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Friday outlined an ambitious expansion of the state’s healthcare infrastructure, announcing new medical colleges, a significant increase in Aam Aadmi Clinics, and a broader rollout of free treatment benefits for residents. Addressing a press conference in Chandigarh, the Chief Minister said that the tendering process for upcoming medical colleges in Hoshiarpur and Kapurthala has been completed, with construction work set to begin shortly. He also confirmed that land acquisition for a new community medical facility in Malerkotla is in its final stages, with a formal announcement expected soon. In a…
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Former Senior Bureaucrat K.G.S. Cheema Joins Shiromani Akali Dal, Sparks Political Buzz in Punjab

Former Senior Bureaucrat K.G.S. Cheema Joins Shiromani Akali Dal, Sparks Political Buzz in Punjab

Gurpreet Singh :- Punjab’s political landscape witnessed a significant development as former senior bureaucrat K.G.S. Cheema formally joined the Shiromani Akali Dal, triggering fresh discussions across political circles. Known for his long administrative career, Cheema has held key positions at both state and national levels, earning a reputation as an experienced and upright officer. Cheema, who hails from the Lehra constituency, had a close association with former Chief Minister Parkash Singh Badal, serving in an important advisory capacity for several years. His administrative journey also includes working at the national level, adding to his wide-ranging governance experience. Welcoming him into…
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32-year-old Punjab man found dead under mysterious circumstances in Spain, family seeks justice

32-year-old Punjab man found dead under mysterious circumstances in Spain, family seeks justice

Rajeev Sharma :- A 32-year-old Punjabi man from Raikot was found dead under mysterious circumstances in Spain. The deceased has been identified as Arshdeep Singh, who is a resident of village Bhaini Baringa near Raikot in Ludhiana district. He was the only son of his parents. He had gone to Spain around eights years ago in search of a better future and employment opportunities and had been working in the same factory for over five years. According to his father, Balwinde Singh, he was very much familiar with the job as he had been working there for more than five…
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Court-Supervised Poll: Independent Rajwinder Kaur Wins Dera Baba Nanak Chairperson Post

Court-Supervised Poll: Independent Rajwinder Kaur Wins Dera Baba Nanak Chairperson Post

Gurpreet Singh :- In a closely watched development, the election for the Chairperson of the Dera Baba Nanak Block Samiti was conducted under the strict supervision of the High Court at the SDM office. The court had directed that the entire process be carried out through ballot paper voting and under continuous camera surveillance to ensure transparency and fairness. Independent candidate Rajwinder Kaur from Bhagwanpur emerged victorious in the election. Out of a total of 19 votes, she secured 11 votes, while the Aam Aadmi Party candidate received 6 votes, giving her a clear margin of five votes. The High…
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Govt directs airlines to keep 60% seats on flights free of cost for selection

Govt directs airlines to keep 60% seats on flights free of cost for selection

Gurpreet Singh :- In a significant relief for the air travellers, the Ministry of Civil Aviation has directed the airlines to ensure that at least 60 per cent of seats on the flights are allocated free of cost for selection. The development comes in a bid to curb extra charges on seat selection by the airlines.   Several airlines had been charging additional fees for preferred seat selection after ticket booking or during web check-in. The new directive aims to curb such practices and ensure “fair access” for passengers, according to the Ministry of Civil Aviation. Passengers on same booking to…
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Threat Call to Punjabi Star Gippy Grewal Sparks Security Concerns in Entertainment Industry

Threat Call to Punjabi Star Gippy Grewal Sparks Security Concerns in Entertainment Industry

Gurpreet Singh :- A fresh security scare has emerged in the Punjabi entertainment industry after popular singer-actor Gippy Grewal allegedly received a death threat, reportedly linked to gangster Goldy Brar. Sources indicate that the threat was conveyed through an audio call, in which the caller issued a stern warning against ignoring the message, hinting at violent consequences. This is not the first time the actor has been targeted, as similar threats have surfaced in the past, raising serious concerns over the safety of public figures in the region. The latest development has triggered anxiety among industry members and fans alike,…
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Distress Sale Crisis Deepens: Punjab Farmer Destroys Potato Crop Amid Poor Market Prices

Distress Sale Crisis Deepens: Punjab Farmer Destroys Potato Crop Amid Poor Market Prices

Gurpreet Singh :- In a stark reflection of the ongoing agrarian distress, a farmer in Fazilka district was forced to plough his fully grown potato crop back into the fields after failing to secure remunerative prices in the market. The farmer, Ajay Wadhwa, took the drastic step across nearly six acres of cultivated land, citing heavy financial losses and unsustainable input costs. According to the farmer, expenses related to harvesting, sorting, and transporting the produce to mandis were exceeding the returns, leaving him with no viable option but to destroy the crop. He revealed that this was not an isolated…
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SGPC Marks Guru Har Rai’s Gurta Gaddi Day as Environment Day, Urges Devotees to Plant Trees

SGPC Marks Guru Har Rai’s Gurta Gaddi Day as Environment Day, Urges Devotees to Plant Trees

Gurpreet Singh :- The Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee celebrated the Gurta Gaddi Day of Guru Har Rai as Environment Day, organising a series of religious and awareness activities at Gurdwara Sri Manji Sahib Diwan Hall, associated with Sri Darbar Sahib. The occasion was marked by the culmination of an Akhand Path, followed by devotional kirtan and ardas, with the congregation also listening to the hukamnama from the sanctum. Addressing the gathering, Sikh clergy highlighted Guru Har Rai’s deep connection with nature, recalling how he established lush gardens at Kiratpur Sahib to promote environmental harmony. They emphasised that the Guru’s teachings…
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Punjab to Host Hockey Asia Cup; Mann Announces Plan for International Cricket Stadium in Amritsar

Punjab to Host Hockey Asia Cup; Mann Announces Plan for International Cricket Stadium in Amritsar

Gurpreet Singh :- Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Monday said the state will host the upcoming Hockey Asia Cup championship, marking a significant sporting milestone for Punjab after several years. Addressing a press conference in Chandigarh on the completion of four years of the Aam Aadmi Party government, Mann said the tournament matches will be organised in Jalandhar at Burlton Park as well as in Mohali, with the final scheduled to take place around the 21st–22nd of the tournament period. Highlighting future sports infrastructure plans, the Chief Minister also announced that the state government is exploring the development of…
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