Punjab

SGPC President Harjinder Singh Dhami Resigns Amid Controversy
17 Feb

SGPC President Harjinder Singh Dhami Resigns Amid Controversy

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Amritsar (National Times) – In a major political development, Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) President Harjinder Singh Dhami resigned from his post on Monday. His resignation was submitted to the SGPC interim committee, marking a significant shift in the organization’s leadership. Reason Behind the Resignation Dhami’s decision comes in the wake of a social media post by Sri Akal Takht Sahib Jathedar Giani Harpreet Singh, for whom he had publicly expressed support. Additionally, he strongly condemned the treatment of illegal Punjabi immigrants deported from the United States, a matter that has sparked outrage among the Sikh community. He voiced concerns…
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Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann Urges Youth to Avoid Illegal Migration, Focus on State’s Growth
16 Feb

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann Urges Youth to Avoid Illegal Migration, Focus on State’s Growth

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Ghungrali (Ludhiana), February 16, 2025 – Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann urged the state’s youth to learn from recent deportations from the US and avoid illegal migration. He encouraged them to work hard in Punjab and contribute to its progress.Speaking at a sports tournament, Mann emphasized that Punjab has some of the world’s most fertile land. However, he blamed previous governments for failing to create opportunities, which forced many young people to seek better prospects abroad. "Deportations Are an Eye-Opener" Mann called the mass deportations from the US a wake-up call. He urged young people to focus on Punjab’s…
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Punjab Govt Wants PM Modi to Convince Trump to Change its Policy; What’s Their Plan on Action Against Fraudulent Agents?
16 Feb

Punjab Govt Wants PM Modi to Convince Trump to Change its Policy; What’s Their Plan on Action Against Fraudulent Agents?

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Chandigarh (National Times): Punjab’s NRI Affairs Minister Kuldeep Dhaliwal recently expressed his outrage over the inhumane treatment of Indian deportees from the United States, particularly highlighting the physical restraints imposed during their journey back. After meeting the second batch of deported immigrants at Amritsar Airport on Saturday, Dhaliwal condemned the US authorities for binding the hands and feet of deported Indians, despite protests. "You will be very sad to know that once again, during the entire journey, American soldiers had tied the hands and feet of our Indian people. Despite such a huge protest, they were treated inhumanly," Dhaliwal said.…
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Punjab Ministers Meet Deportees from the US in Amritsar
16 Feb

Punjab Ministers Meet Deportees from the US in Amritsar

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Amritsar (National Times): Punjab’s NRI Affairs Minister Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal and Power Minister Harbhajan Singh ETO met with Indian nationals who were recently deported from the United States upon their arrival at Amritsar Airport. The second batch of deported individuals, who had allegedly migrated to the US illegally, landed in Amritsar on Sunday, February 16, 2025. This marks the second flight of deportees to arrive in Punjab since US President Donald Trump's inauguration. The group was promptly received and is now being sent to their respective home states across India. The first batch of over 100 deported individuals arrived on…
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Second US Deportation Flight Carrying 119 Indians, Including 67 Punjabis, to Land in Amritsar Today
15 Feb

Second US Deportation Flight Carrying 119 Indians, Including 67 Punjabis, to Land in Amritsar Today

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Amritsar (National Times): Amritsar is set to receive yet another deportation flight from the United States, carrying 119 Indian immigrants who were expelled as part of the U.S. government’s crackdown on illegal immigration. This comes just days after the first U.S. military aircraft, transporting 104 deportees, landed in Punjab. The latest flight, scheduled to arrive at Amritsar airport on Saturday, includes a significant number of individuals from Punjab, with 67 of the 119 deported immigrants belonging to the state. State-wise Breakdown of Deportees: Punjab – 67 Haryana – 33 Gujarat – 08 Uttar Pradesh – 03 Goa – 02 Rajasthan…
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Punjab CM Mann Extends Best Wishes to Shubman Gill, Arshdeep Singh Ahead of ICC Champions Trophy
14 Feb

Punjab CM Mann Extends Best Wishes to Shubman Gill, Arshdeep Singh Ahead of ICC Champions Trophy

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Chandigarh, February 14, 2025: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Friday extended his best wishes to Indian Vice-Captain Shubman Gill and fast bowler Arshdeep Singh as they prepare for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy. The two Punjab-born cricketers met Mann at his official residence, where the Chief Minister lauded their contributions to Indian cricket and expressed pride in their achievements. Mann highlighted Shubman Gill's pivotal role in India’s runners-up finish at the ODI World Cup and praised Arshdeep Singh for his match-winning performances during India's T20 World Cup triumph. He also commended Gill’s recent stellar form in the ongoing…
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‘Why Punjab?’ CM Bhagwant Mann Questions Centre Over Deportation Flights Landing in Amritsar
14 Feb

‘Why Punjab?’ CM Bhagwant Mann Questions Centre Over Deportation Flights Landing in Amritsar

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Amritsar (National Times): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Friday raised strong objections to the landing of US military aircraft carrying deported illegal Indian immigrants at Amritsar airport, alleging a deliberate attempt by the Centre to malign Punjab’s image. Addressing a press conference, Mann questioned why Amritsar was repeatedly chosen as the landing site for deportation flights, despite illegal immigrants belonging to multiple states. “The first flight carrying 104 deported Indians landed in Amritsar, but only 30 were from Punjab. The rest included 33 from Gujarat, 33 from Haryana, and others from Maharashtra and different states. Now, another deportation flight…
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Successful Organization of ‘MSME Outreach Program 2025’ by PNB
13 Feb

Successful Organization of ‘MSME Outreach Program 2025’ by PNB

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Mohali, February 13, 2025: Punjab National Bank (PNB) successfully organized the "PNB MSME Outreach Program 2025" at its Circle Office in Phase-2, Mohali. This expo proved to be especially beneficial for customers who wish to start a startup, establish an industry, or expand their existing business. The program provided detailed insights into various government schemes, including PM Vishwakarma, PMEGP, and PNB’s exclusive schemes such as PNB E-GST and PNB Prime Plus. On this occasion, in-principle sanction letters were also distributed to customers from various branches. PNB Circle Head, Mr. Pankaj Anand, stated that during the expo, fast-track loan approvals, special…
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Punjab Cabinet Meeting Held After Long Gap, Special Vidhan Sabha Session Scheduled for Feb 24-25
13 Feb

Punjab Cabinet Meeting Held After Long Gap, Special Vidhan Sabha Session Scheduled for Feb 24-25

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Chandigarh (National Times): After a long hiatus, the Punjab Cabinet Meeting was held on Thursday, during which several key reports were presented, and important decisions were taken regarding the state’s legislative affairs. One of the significant outcomes of the meeting was the announcement of a Special Session of the Punjab Vidhan Sabha on February 24 and 25. The session is set to address several pending bills, which are expected to be tabled and passed during the two-day assembly proceedings. Sources indicate that the session could witness discussions on developmental projects, governance policies, and administrative reforms. While the detailed agenda remains…
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Punjab DGP Establishes Four-Member Committee to Investigate Illegal Migration
07 Feb

Punjab DGP Establishes Four-Member Committee to Investigate Illegal Migration

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Chandigarh, February 7, 2025: In response to the ongoing deportation controversy, Punjab Director General of Police Gaurav Gupta has formed a four-member Fact-Finding Committee, also known as a Special Investigation Team. This committee will be chaired by Parveen Sinha, IPS, Additional Director General of Police (ADGP) for NRI affairs, and will include Shive Verma, IPS, ADGP for Internal Security; Dr. S. Boopathi, IPS, Inspector General of Police (IGP) for Provisioning; and Satinder Singh, IPS, Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of Border Range. The committee has been tasked with investigating issues related to illegal human trafficking and migration following the deportation of…
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