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08 May

ED Continues Search Operations in Punjab Real Estate Probe, Security Tightened in Kharar

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Mohali (Gurpreet Singh): The Enforcement Directorate’s action against multiple real estate-linked properties in Punjab continued for a second consecutive day on Friday, with central agency officials still stationed at a residential complex in Kharar as part of an ongoing money laundering investigation. The focus of the operation remains a flat located in the Western Towers housing society in Chajju Majra, where officials conducted raids on Thursday in connection with alleged irregularities involving land-use permissions, property dealings and suspected financial fraud linked to builders and developers. Security remained heavy around the society on Friday morning, with CRPF personnel maintaining a strict…

07 May

Punjab Sees Fresh Security Challenge as Explosions Target Central Installations

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): A series of explosions reported across Punjab over the past several days has prompted heightened concern among security agencies, with investigators indicating that extremist groups may be shifting their focus from local police targets to central government-linked establishments. (Punjab Blast News) In the latest incidents, low-intensity blasts were reported near the Border Security Force headquarters in Jalandhar and close to a military area in Amritsar. Earlier, an explosion had also damaged a section of railway infrastructure linked to a freight corridor, raising concerns over possible attempts to disrupt strategic assets. Authorities stated that while no major casualties…

06 May

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann Vows Strict Punishment for Sacrilege Under New 2026 Act

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Ropar (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Wednesday declared that those who remained hand in glove with the perpetrators of beadbi (sacrilege) of Sri Guru Granth Sahib during previous regimes would soon be put behind bars, asserting that the Punjab Government has now ensured strict legal punishment for anyone involved in desecration of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji through the historic Jaagat Jot Sri Guru Granth Sahib Satkar (Amendment) Act 2026. Addressing a massive gathering during the Shukrana Yatra, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said the Act would act as a permanent deterrent against beadbi and ensure that…

06 May

Security Heightened in Punjab After Back-to-Back Explosions Near Sensitive Sites

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Jalandhar/Amritsar (Gurpreet Singh): A state-wide alert has been issued across Punjab following two closely timed explosions near high-security zones in Jalandhar and Amritsar, prompting an intensive investigation by police and security agencies. The first incident took place outside the Punjab Frontier headquarters of the Border Security Force in Jalandhar, where a parked scooter suddenly caught fire and exploded, causing alarm among locals. Though early reports pointed to a mechanical fault, sources now indicate that investigators are examining the possibility of an improvised explosive device being involved. Police teams swiftly sealed off the area and began collecting evidence. Surveillance footage from…

05 May

Punjab Chief Minister Takes Fight Against MP Defections to Rashtrapati Bhavan; Calls Defectors ‘Punjab de Gaddar’

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New Delhi/Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Tuesday took the battle over defections in Punjab to the highest constitutional office, meeting the President and demanding immediate cancellation of the membership of “Punjab de Gaddar” (defectors) Rajya Sabha MPs. Leading a unified show of strength, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann arrived in Delhi along with MLAs from Punjab and submitted a signed memorandum at Rashtrapati Bhavan, asserting that the dramatic rise in the BJP’s Rajya Sabha numbers despite having just two MLAs in Punjab represents a blatant distortion of the democratic mandate. Calling the seven MPs “not elected…

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…