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Punjab’s flagship health scheme brings sweeping relief as lakhs avail cashless treatment
23 Apr

Punjab’s flagship health scheme brings sweeping relief as lakhs avail cashless treatment

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab,
Gurpreet Singh :- Punjab’s healthcare landscape is witnessing a significant transformation, with lakhs of patients across cities and small towns now accessing treatment without bearing any financial burden. Under the state government’s flagship health initiative, patients who would earlier delay or avoid medical care due to high costs are now returning home after receiving treatment without paying hospital bills running into lakhs. The scheme, introduced under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, aims to ensure accessible, affordable and dignified healthcare for every household. In a short span of three months, more than 4 million health cards have been…
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Explosion at Scrap Shop Near Ludhiana Leaves One Dead, Another Injured
21 Apr

Explosion at Scrap Shop Near Ludhiana Leaves One Dead, Another Injured

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab,
Gurpreet Singh :- Panic gripped Hambra, a town on the outskirts of Ludhiana, after a powerful explosion occurred at a local scrap shop on Tuesday. The incident took place when two workers were reportedly burning scrap to extract metal, during which an unidentified object was thrown into the fire, triggering a sudden blast. Loud explosion draws large crowd to the spotEyewitnesses said the impact of the explosion was so intense that it was heard across a considerable distance, prompting residents to rush to the site. Locals immediately alerted emergency services, and the injured were shifted to a nearby hospital. One…
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Punjab Enforces Strict Anti-Sacrilege Law; Chargesheets to Be Filed Within 60–90 Days
20 Apr

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

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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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Man Shot Dead After Being Lured Outside Home in Tarn Taran Village
19 Apr

Man Shot Dead After Being Lured Outside Home in Tarn Taran Village

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Gurpreet Singh :- A man was shot dead by unidentified assailants in Gandiwind Dhattal village of Tarn Taran district in a targeted attack that has raised concerns in the area. According to initial information, the victim, identified as Atma Singh, was at his residence when two unknown individuals called him outside. As soon as he stepped out after opening the door, the assailants, who were already waiting, opened fire at him using a pistol. He sustained multiple gunshot injuries and died on the spot before any medical assistance could be provided. The attackers fled the scene immediately after carrying out…
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Fire Destroys Wheat Crop of Two Brothers in Fazilka Village, Locals Extend Financial Aid
19 Apr

Fire Destroys Wheat Crop of Two Brothers in Fazilka Village, Locals Extend Financial Aid

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsEntertainment, Punjab, Trending,
Gurpreet Singh :- A major fire triggered by an alleged short circuit reduced the standing wheat crop of two farmer brothers to ashes in Pakka Chishti, a border village in Fazilka district, causing significant financial distress to the family dependent on just four acres of land. According to information, the farmers had begun harvesting their fully matured crop near the Indo-Pak border fencing when sparks from overhead power lines reportedly ignited the fields. The flames spread rapidly, leaving no time to salvage the produce, and within a short span, the entire crop was destroyed. The situation turned so severe that…
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Unidentified Body Found Under Suspicious Circumstances Near Ajnala, Probe Underway
17 Apr

Unidentified Body Found Under Suspicious Circumstances Near Ajnala, Probe Underway

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab,
Gurpreet Singh :- Panic spread in a village near Ajnala after an unidentified body was discovered under mysterious circumstances on Friday morning, prompting swift police action and the launch of an investigation. According to initial information, local residents spotted the body lying in a drain under suspicious conditions and immediately alerted the police. Acting on the information, a police team reached the spot, took possession of the body, and initiated further proceedings. The body has been shifted to the Civil Hospital for post-mortem examination and identification. Officials stated that the deceased appears to be around 35 years of age. Notably,…
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Punjab & Haryana High Court Orders Amritpal Singh to Remain in Dibrugarh Jail; NSA Not to Be Extended
17 Apr

Punjab & Haryana High Court Orders Amritpal Singh to Remain in Dibrugarh Jail; NSA Not to Be Extended

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsEntertainment, Punjab, Trending,
Gurpreet Singh :- The Punjab and Haryana High Court on Friday issued interim directions in the case of Khadoor Sahib MP Amritpal Singh, stating that he will continue to remain lodged in Dibrugarh Central Jail in Assam, with all related cases to be heard within the jail premises. The development comes as the Punjab Government decided not to extend the National Security Act (NSA) against the MP, with the current detention period set to expire on April 22. Despite this, the state clarified before the court that legal proceedings in multiple criminal cases registered against him will continue independently. Hearing…
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Cheema Announces Key Cabinet Decisions, Relief Measures for Flood-Hit Areas and Changes in Panchayati Framework
17 Apr

Cheema Announces Key Cabinet Decisions, Relief Measures for Flood-Hit Areas and Changes in Panchayati Framework

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsEntertainment, Punjab, Trending,
Gurpreet Singh :- Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema on Friday outlined a series of significant decisions taken by the state Cabinet, ranging from structural changes in the Panchayati Raj system to relief-oriented measures for flood-affected regions. Addressing a press conference after the Cabinet meeting, Cheema said the government has approved amendments to the Punjab Panchayati Raj Rules, 1994, aimed at revising the reservation roster for local bodies. The changes come in the wake of administrative boundary adjustments in several districts, including Mohali, Patiala, Malerkotla, Sangrur, Ferozepur and Fazilka. Due to the reorganisation of villages and jurisdictional limits, the reservation…
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Punjab Cabinet Allows Farmers to Desilt Land Along Sutlej and Ghaggar Rivers, Approves Key Administrative Changes
17 Apr

Punjab Cabinet Allows Farmers to Desilt Land Along Sutlej and Ghaggar Rivers, Approves Key Administrative Changes

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsEntertainment, Punjab, Trending,
Gurpreet Singh :- In a significant decision aimed at supporting farmers and strengthening flood preparedness, the Punjab Cabinet, led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, has granted permission to farmers to carry out desilting activities on their land along the Sutlej and Ghaggar river belts. The move comes in response to the extensive damage caused by last year’s floods, which left large tracts of agricultural land covered with sand and silt, severely affecting productivity. Under the new decision, landowners will be allowed to remove silt from identified areas at their own expense, enabling them to restore soil quality and improve cultivation…
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Lamp Sparks Blaze in Ajnala, House Gutted; Two Vehicles Destroyed, Loss Pegged at ₹50 Lakh
16 Apr

Lamp Sparks Blaze in Ajnala, House Gutted; Two Vehicles Destroyed, Loss Pegged at ₹50 Lakh

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab,
Gurpreet Singh :- A major fire incident was reported from the Ajnala area of Amritsar, where a residential property near Fatehgarh Churian Road was completely gutted after flames reportedly erupted from a ceremonial lamp lit at a religious spot inside the house. The blaze spread rapidly, leaving the family with little time to respond and resulting in extensive damage to the structure. According to the affected family, the fire originated from a lamp placed at a ‘Peeran di jagah’ (a sacred space within the house), which quickly escalated and engulfed the entire building. Two vehicles parked inside the premises were…
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