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Punjab Government Releases Four-Year Report Card, Mann Claims Major Promises Fulfilled Ahead of Schedule

Punjab Government Releases Four-Year Report Card, Mann Claims Major Promises Fulfilled Ahead of Schedule

Gurpreet Singh :- The Punjab government on Monday unveiled a detailed report highlighting the achievements of its four years in office, with Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann asserting that several key promises made to the people of the state have been fulfilled ahead of time. The document outlines the administration’s initiatives and policy decisions across multiple sectors, presenting them as evidence of the government’s commitment to governance and public welfare. According to the Chief Minister, the report provides a transparent account of the work carried out since the government assumed office, covering areas such as infrastructure development, education, healthcare, employment generation…
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UAE Arrests 35 for Spreading Fake Videos During Iranian Attacks, Warns of Jail and Heavy Fines

UAE Arrests 35 for Spreading Fake Videos During Iranian Attacks, Warns of Jail and Heavy Fines

Rajeev Sharma :- Authorities in the United Arab Emirates have arrested 35 individuals for allegedly spreading misleading and fabricated videos on social media during the recent tensions linked to attacks attributed to Iran. Officials said the action was taken after the circulation of manipulated and false content that could threaten national security and create panic among the public. The country’s Attorney General, Hamad Al Shamsi, warned that anyone found guilty of spreading such misinformation could face at least one year in prison along with a fine of up to 100,000 dirhams. He stressed that authorities will take strict legal action…
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Punjab to Begin Census on May 15; Data to Be Collected Digitally for the First Time

Punjab to Begin Census on May 15; Data to Be Collected Digitally for the First Time

Gurpreet Singh :- Punjab will begin its next round of census operations from May 15, with authorities introducing a fully digital system for collecting and compiling data for the first time. Officials said the move is aimed at improving accuracy, speeding up the process and ensuring better management of demographic information across the state. Under the new system, enumerators will use digital devices and online platforms to record household details, population data and other socio-economic information. The shift from traditional paper-based forms to digital data collection is expected to reduce errors and allow faster processing and analysis of information. Government…
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Final Day of Progressive Punjab Investors Summit Today; Major Investment Deals Expected

Final Day of Progressive Punjab Investors Summit Today; Major Investment Deals Expected

Gurpreet Singh :- The Progressive Punjab Investors Summit being held in Mohali enters its final day today, with several key investment agreements expected to be signed. Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann is scheduled to attend the concluding sessions along with representatives and senior executives from a number of leading companies from India and abroad. The summit has drawn significant participation from industrial groups, entrepreneurs and policy makers, with exhibitions showcasing a range of innovations and products, including electric tractors and advanced defence equipment. The event is aimed at promoting Punjab as an attractive destination for industrial investment and economic growth. The…
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Three-Year-Old Injured After Guard’s Rifle Accidentally Fires in Moga; Security Personnel Absconding

Three-Year-Old Injured After Guard’s Rifle Accidentally Fires in Moga; Security Personnel Absconding

Gurpreet Singh :- A three-year-old child was injured after a rifle carried by a private security guard accidentally went off in Punjab’s Moga district, triggering panic in the area. The incident occurred in Kishanpura locality, where the child sustained a bullet injury in the thigh. According to information, the injured child was immediately rushed to Medicity Hospital for treatment. Doctors are currently monitoring the child’s condition and providing medical care. Preliminary reports suggest that the house owner had deployed a private security guard for protection, and the guard was carrying a rifle at the time of the incident. For reasons…
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Punjab CM Launches Official T-Shirt for Shaheed-e-Azam Bhagat Singh National Marathon to Promote Anti-Drug Campaign

Punjab CM Launches Official T-Shirt for Shaheed-e-Azam Bhagat Singh National Marathon to Promote Anti-Drug Campaign

Gurpreet Singh :- Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Friday unveiled the official T-shirt for the upcoming Shaheed-e-Azam Bhagat Singh National Marathon, an initiative aimed at strengthening the state’s campaign against drug abuse and encouraging youth to adopt a healthy and active lifestyle through sports. The marathon is scheduled to be held on March 22, 2026, at Mahilpur (Garhshankar) in Hoshiarpur district, a town widely known as a nursery of football in Punjab. Punjab Vidhan Sabha Deputy Speaker Jai Krishan Singh Rouri, who was present on the occasion, said the event is part of the state government’s ongoing efforts…
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Privilege Motion Moved Against Sukhpal Khaira Over Remarks on AAP MLAs

Privilege Motion Moved Against Sukhpal Khaira Over Remarks on AAP MLAs

Gurpreet Singh :- A privilege motion has been moved in the Punjab Assembly against Congress leader Sukhpal Singh Khaira following his controversial remarks about legislators of the Aam Aadmi Party. The issue was raised after Khaira allegedly referred to AAP MLAs as “labourers,” a statement that sparked strong objections from the ruling party members. Taking serious note of the comment, AAP legislators brought the matter before the House and demanded action, terming the remark derogatory and an insult to elected representatives. The privilege motion seeks to examine whether Khaira’s statement amounts to a breach of legislative privilege. The development has…
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Middle East Tensions Trigger Panic LPG Bookings in Punjab; Govt Warns Against Hoarding

Middle East Tensions Trigger Panic LPG Bookings in Punjab; Govt Warns Against Hoarding

Gurpreet Singh :- The escalating conflict in the Middle East involving United States, Israel and Iran has begun to impact consumer behavior in Punjab, where fears of a potential fuel supply disruption have led to panic LPG bookings. Long queues have been reported outside several gas agencies across the state as residents rush to secure cooking gas cylinders. Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann has issued strict directives to all Deputy Commissioners, instructing them to ensure that no shortage of LPG occurs anywhere in the state. He also warned that strict action will be taken against anyone involved in hoarding…
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Supreme Court grants bail to Pawan Bishnoi, Jagtar Singh, accused in Sidhu Moosewala murder case

Supreme Court grants bail to Pawan Bishnoi, Jagtar Singh, accused in Sidhu Moosewala murder case

Gurpreet Singh :- The top court's order facilitates the release of both the accused from the custody as the trial in the high-profile murder case is underway. The case relates to the killing of the singer, Shubhdeep Singh Sidhu well known as Sidhu Moosewala, in Punjab’s Mansa district in May 2022. Moose Wala was shot dead by unidentified assailants on May 29, 2022, a day after the Punjab government withdrew his security cover. The attack rattled the entire music industry triggering rigorous investigation by Punjab Police.
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Free Training Camp for Punjab Police Recruitment to Begin in Patti on March 16

Free Training Camp for Punjab Police Recruitment to Begin in Patti on March 16

Gurpreet Singh :- In an effort to help young aspirants prepare for recruitment in the Punjab Police, the state government has announced a free training camp that will begin on March 16, 2026, at the C-PYTE camp in Patti, Tarn Taran. The initiative aims to provide structured guidance and preparation to candidates appearing for the police recruitment written examination as well as the physical efficiency tests. According to officials at the training centre, the camp will primarily benefit youth from Tarn Taran district by offering them the necessary coaching and physical training required to qualify for the recruitment process. The…
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