Punjab Archives - Page 3 of 77

03 Aug

Fresh Monsoon Spell to Impact Punjab, Chandigarh; Yellow Alert in Place for August 3–4

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast a renewed spell of monsoon showers across Punjab and Chandigarh, issuing a Yellow Alert for August 3 and 4 as several districts are expected to receive moderate to heavy rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms. Weather officials have advised residents to remain cautious, particularly during lightning activity, and avoid venturing into flooded areas or open spaces during adverse weather conditions. Rainfall Likely to Ease Humid Conditions According to the latest forecast, rainfall is expected to continue across much of the region on August 5 and 6 as well. While widespread showers are…

02 Aug

RRB Level-1 Aspirants Get Travel Relief as Northern Railway Introduces Six Special Trains in Punjab

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): With thousands of candidates set to appear for the Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) Level-1 examination, Northern Railway has announced the operation of six special unreserved trains to facilitate hassle-free travel across Punjab. The additional services will remain operational from August 3 to August 6, covering several major railway stations in the state. Railway officials said the decision has been taken to accommodate the expected increase in passenger movement during the examination period and to help candidates reach their designated centres on time. According to Northern Railway CPRO Himanshu Shekhar Upadhyay, all the special trains will operate in…

02 Aug

Punjab Braces for Fresh Spell of Rain as IMD Issues Alert for Border Districts; Monsoon Rainfall Still Below Normal

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): A fresh spell of monsoon showers is expected to sweep across Punjab and Chandigarh, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) warning of heavy rainfall in Pathankot, Gurdaspur and Hoshiarpur. The three districts, located along the Himachal Pradesh border, are likely to witness intense rain, while most other parts of the state are expected to receive light to moderate showers. The weather office has forecast generally cloudy conditions over Chandigarh, with intermittent rain and thunderstorms likely during the day. Although recent showers have brought some relief, daytime temperatures have edged upward by around one degree, bringing them close…

01 Aug

Punjab, Chandigarh to Witness Continued Spell of Rain Till August 5; IMD Warns of Thunderstorms and Gusty Winds

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, TrendingChandigarh, Punjab

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted that monsoon activity will remain active across Punjab and Chandigarh over the next few days, with widespread rain expected to continue until August 5. Several districts are likely to experience light to moderate showers, while isolated areas may receive heavy rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning and strong winds. Weather officials have advised residents to remain cautious, particularly during periods of intense rainfall, as gusty winds and lightning could affect normal life. The department expects rainfall intensity to gradually reduce after August 6, with only scattered light showers likely in some…

01 Aug

CM Bhagwant Singh Mann Dedicates Development Projects Worth Over Rs 107 Crore to Sunam on Shaheed Udham Singh’s ‘Shaheedi Diwas’

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SUNAM UDHAM SINGH WALA (Gurpreet Singh): On the Shaheedi Diwas of the great revolutionary Shaheed Udham Singh, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Friday dedicated development projects worth over ₹107 crore to his birthplace, Sunam, including the Sant Attar Singh Maharaj Armed Forces Preparatory Institute, Trauma Centre, Medicines Warehouse and Blood Bank, and paid floral tributes to the legendary freedom fighter at the state-level commemorative function. During the gathering, the Chief Minister said that building the Punjab and India envisioned by the martyrs requires collective effort, adding that providing quality education, healthcare and employment while eliminating corruption would be…

01 Aug

Punjab Police Exposes Haryana-Based Cheating Syndicate; Harjot Singh Bains Says, “We Will Not Allow Anyone to Defame State’s Education System”

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPolitics, Punjab, TrendingHaryana, Punjab

CHANDIGARH (GURPREET SINGH): Punjab Police has exposed a Haryana-based inter-state cheating syndicate led by a Bhiwani mastermind that allegedly used sophisticated technology to facilitate cheating in the BFUHS Faridkot pharmacy examination, Punjab Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains said on Friday, asserting that the operation had exposed Haryana’s organised cheating network and put to rest allegations of a paper leak. Pointing out that the Haryana Government allowed the racket to flourish for years, he said the Bhagwant Mann Government would not allow anyone to defame Punjab’s education system, which has transformed from “Udta Punjab” into “Pardha Punjab.” Addressing a press conference…

31 Jul

Punjab Bolsters Border Security with Advanced Anti-Drone Network to Counter Cross-Border Smuggling

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Facing an increasing number of cross-border drone intrusions carrying narcotics and weapons, the Punjab Police have significantly strengthened surveillance along the international border by deploying advanced anti-drone systems, popularly referred to as “Hawai Nakas”. The new security framework is designed to detect, track and neutralise drones attempting to enter Indian territory from Pakistan. Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav said the anti-drone network has been developed as an additional layer of protection to complement the Border Security Force (BSF), which remains responsible for guarding the international border. The initiative has been implemented through close coordination with…

30 Jul

Punjab Government to Amend Sacrilege Law; AAP Assures No Interference in Religious Affairs

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabGuru Granth Sahib, Legislation, Malvinder Singh Kang, Punjab, sacrilege, SGPC, Sikhism

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Member of Parliament Malvinder Singh Kang on Thursday categorically clarified that the Punjab Government's law against sacrilege is aimed solely at ensuring the strictest punishment for those who deliberately commit acts of sacrilege and has no intention of interfering in Sikh religious affairs, Sikh Rehat Maryada, or the rights of religious institutions. Addressing a press conference, Kang said the Bhagwant Mann Government brought the legislation in response to the long-standing demand of the Sikh community for a strong legal framework to prevent repeated incidents of sacrilege and ensure that those responsible do not…

30 Jul

Canal Irrigation Projects Worth ₹80.35 Crore Inaugurated in Punjab’s Shutrana Constituency

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAgriculture, flood control, irrigation, Punjab, Shutrana, Water resources

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Water Resources and Soil & Water Conservation Minister Barinder Kumar Goyal today inaugurated canal irrigation projects at villages Buta Singh Wala and Badshahpur in the Shutrana Assembly constituency. The Cabinet Minister said that under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, the Punjab Government is expanding canal irrigation across the state. He informed that canals, distributaries and sub-minors measuring 137.13 km have been renovated in Shutrana at a cost of Rs.80.35 crore, benefiting nearly 68,500 acres of agricultural land in 56 villages. In addition, 53.9 km of pipelines have been laid at a cost of…

30 Jul

Punjab to Open Applications for Second Cohort of Mental Health Fellows to Combat Substance Abuse

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAddiction, Fellowship, Healthcare, mental health, Public Health, Punjab, rehabilitation

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Reinforcing its commitment to tackling drug addiction through a comprehensive approach, the Punjab government launched India’s first fellowship against substance abuse, the Leadership in Mental Health Programme (LMHP) in February 2026. Thirteen fellows from the first cohort of the programme are now working across Punjab to strengthen mental healthcare services. LMHP fellows work across the state under the Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann-led Yudh Nashean Virudh initiative, supporting healthcare services and integrating a health- and community-first perspective in the state’s fight against drugs. This marks a significant milestone in strengthening the state’s mental healthcare system and ensuring…