Punjab News

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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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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