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05 May

Weather Shift Brings Cooler Days to Punjab; Thunderstorm Warning Issued

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): A spell of unsettled weather has brought down temperatures across Punjab and Chandigarh, offering relief from the recent heatwave conditions. The mercury has dipped well below normal levels, with cloudy skies and cool winds prevailing in many parts of the region. The Meteorological Department has sounded a ‘Yellow Alert’ for the next two days, cautioning residents about the likelihood of thunderstorms, lightning, and moderate rainfall. Wind speeds are expected to range between 40 and 50 km/h in several districts. Areas such as Nawanshahr, Rupnagar, and Mohali are likely to witness strong winds along with storm activity, while…

05 May

Punjab CM Leaves For Delhi To Seek Presidential Intervention Over Rajya Sabha Defections

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann is in New Delhi to take up the issue of recent political defections with Droupadi Murmu, following the exit of several Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Rajya Sabha members who have joined the BJP. The meeting at Rashtrapati Bhavan comes amid growing tension within Punjab’s political landscape, as the ruling party alleges that the shift of its Members of Parliament undermines the mandate given by the people. Among those who switched sides are prominent figures such as Raghav Chadha, Harbhajan Singh, and Ashok Mittal. Speaking before leaving for Delhi, Mann said he believes…

04 May

Unsettled Weather Brings Relief from Heat Across Punjab; Storm Warning in Effect

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Weather conditions across Punjab and Chandigarh have taken a cooler turn, offering a break from the recent spell of high temperatures. Early morning winds and intermittent cloud cover have helped bring down mercury levels, which are now significantly below the seasonal average. The Meteorological Department has issued an ‘Orange Alert’ for the day, cautioning residents about the possibility of thunderstorms, rain, and strong winds. Gusts are expected to reach speeds of 50–60 km/h in several areas, while hail activity may occur in select districts. Cities such as Bathinda and Fazilka recorded comparatively higher temperatures, though still below…

03 May

CM Bhagwant Mann Promises Life Imprisonment for Sacrilege and Uninterrupted Welfare for Punjab

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann addressed a large gathering at a "Lok Milni" event in Ghogra, within the Dasuya constituency of Hoshiarpur district, on Sunday. During his speech, the Chief Minister delivered a firm message to the opposition, asserting that as long as the Aam Aadmi Party remains in power, the residents of Punjab—particularly women—will continue to benefit from essential welfare programmes. He guaranteed that the "Sanmaan Raashi" financial aid and the provision of 24x7 free electricity are permanent fixtures of his administration’s commitment to the public. Mann highlighted that his government prioritizes spending taxpayer money…

03 May

Punjab Prisons Overcrowded by 30%, Govt Plans Expansion and Security Upgrade

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Gurpreet Singh :- Punjab’s prison system is facing mounting pressure as inmate numbers continue to rise well beyond capacity, posing a serious administrative challenge. Against an overall capacity of around 26,000 across 25 jails in the state, the current population has swelled to nearly 34,000—about 30 per cent higher than what the facilities are designed to hold. Officials attribute the surge largely to intensified action against drug trafficking and gangster networks. Notably, nearly 45 per cent of the inmates are booked in cases related to narcotics. Central jails in Ludhiana and Kapurthala are among the most overcrowded, each housing close…

03 May

Class 12 Student Shot Dead in Amritsar; Probe Underway

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Gurpreet Singh :- A young student was shot dead by unidentified assailants on Mahisampura Road under the jurisdiction of Mehta police station late last night, sending shockwaves through the area. The deceased has been identified as Amarjot Singh, the only son of his family and a Class 12 student. According to preliminary information, the motive behind the crime remains unclear. Police initially received information about a road accident. However, when the Station House Officer (SHO) of Mehta police station along with a team reached the spot, the youth was already dead. During the investigation, bullet injuries were found on the…

03 May

Unseasonal Storms Sweep Punjab, Morning Darkness and Hail Bring Sudden Weather Relief

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): An abrupt change in weather conditions caught residents off guard across Punjab and Chandigarh on Sunday morning, as dense clouds plunged the region into near darkness around 7:45 AM. The unusual scene, more typical of early dawn than summer daylight, was soon followed by hailstorms, heavy showers, and gusty winds in several areas. The India Meteorological Department has cautioned that unstable weather will persist, issuing a ‘Yellow Alert’ for parts of the state. Districts such as Pathankot, Gurdaspur, Amritsar, Hoshiarpur, Nawanshahr, Kapurthala, Jalandhar and Rupnagar are likely to experience thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and winds reaching 40–50…

02 May

Punjab’s Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana Reaches Milestone with 42 Lakh Health Cards Issued

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The Punjab Government has shared an important update about the Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana, a healthcare scheme aimed at helping families get affordable medical treatment. So far, it has crossed ₹465.36 crore in treatments, with over 42 lakh health cards issued, and 2.77 lakh treatments provided across beneficiaries, showing that many families are trusting and using Sehat card. Even with this strong progress, the government is asking all eligible people who have not yet registered to do so as soon as possible. They have stressed that medical emergencies can happen anytime, and early registration can help families…

02 May

NIA Court Convicts Two in Moga Khalistani Flag Case, Awards 5.5 Years Jail

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Gurpreet Singh :- In a significant verdict, a special court of the National Investigation Agency in Mohali has convicted two individuals in connection with the controversial incident of hoisting a Khalistani flag at the district administrative complex in Moga. The court sentenced the accused, Inderjit Singh and Jaspal Singh, to five years and six months of rigorous imprisonment and also imposed a fine of ₹16,000 each. The case dates back nearly five years, when an attempt was allegedly made to disturb public order by raising a Khalistani flag at the DC office complex. Following the incident, security agencies treated the…

01 May

Punjab’s Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna Provides Vital Support with 100,000 Free Dialysis Sessions

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): So far, around 1 lakh dialysis procedures, worth ₹16.5 crore, have been performed under the Bhagwant Mann Government's Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna (MMSY). As chronic kidney disease rises across India, government-backed cashless dialysis programmes are emerging as a lifeline. Yet experts warn that survival is still being shaped more by access and affordability than by cure. Dhian Singh from Ludhiana visits the hospital twice a week. For someone who has been undergoing long-term dialysis, he often faces a range of persistent physical and metabolic symptoms, even with regular treatment. However, there is some relief when it comes…