Punjab Archives - Page 5 of 68

09 Jun

Punjab Swelters Under Heatwave as IMD Issues Alert; Weather Shift Expected from June 11

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab continues to grapple with soaring temperatures as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has placed eight districts under a heatwave alert, warning residents of intense daytime conditions over the next two days. Officials have advised people to minimise outdoor activities during peak afternoon hours as the mercury continues to rise. The districts expected to witness severe heatwave conditions include Ferozepur, Fazilka, Faridkot, Sri Muktsar Sahib, Moga, Bathinda, Barnala and Sangrur. Dry weather is forecast across the region, while Pathankot may experience strong winds reaching speeds of around 44 kmph. The state's average maximum temperature has remained significantly…

05 Jun

Amritsar Police Crack International Smuggling Link, Recover Drugs, Firearms and Cash

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Amritsar (Gurpreet Singh): A major police operation in Amritsar has exposed an alleged international network involved in the smuggling of narcotics, illegal weapons and hawala money, leading to the arrest of four suspects and the apprehension of two juveniles. Officials said the operation resulted in the seizure of 1.035 kilograms of heroin, five advanced pistols, two live rounds of ammunition and ₹5 lakh suspected to be proceeds from the drug trade. Investigators believe the accused were part of a wider syndicate operating under the guidance of handlers based outside India. Initial inquiries suggest that social media platforms were being used…

05 Jun

Western Disturbance Triggers Fresh Rain Spell in Punjab; Authorities Issue Weather Advisory

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): A fresh spell of unstable weather has swept across Punjab and Chandigarh, prompting meteorologists to issue warnings for thunderstorms, lightning and strong winds over the next 48 hours. The change in conditions has brought respite from intense heat, but officials have cautioned residents about potential damage from gusty winds and localized storms. The India Meteorological Department has forecast wind speeds of up to 50 kmph in several districts, accompanied by intermittent rainfall. Weather experts said the ongoing conditions are being driven by an active western disturbance affecting northwestern India. Many districts across the state are expected to…

04 Jun

Punjab to Get Grand Shambhu Gateway, Heritage Street at Anandpur Sahib Gets Green Signal

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Wednesday reviewed two landmark projects aimed at strengthening Punjab’s cultural identity and showcasing its rich heritage to the world. Chairing a high-level meeting of the Tourism and Cultural Affairs Department, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann approved the construction of a grand Welcome Gate at the Shambhu border, designed to celebrate Punjab’s ‘Panj-ab’ identity and architectural legacy, while also clearing the revised Heritage Street project at Sri Anandpur Sahib. The Heritage Street will connect Quilla Sri Anandgarh Sahib, Takht Sri Kesgarh Sahib and other historic Gurdwaras, creating a seamless spiritual and cultural…

04 Jun

Rain and Gusty Winds to Keep Punjab Cool for Next Three Days; Orange Alert in Place

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): A spell of unsettled weather is set to continue across Punjab and Chandigarh, offering much-needed relief from the intense summer heat. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an Orange Alert for thunderstorms, rain and strong winds from June 4 to June 6, warning residents of changing weather conditions across several districts. Meteorologists have predicted wind speeds of up to 60 kmph in some areas, accompanied by lightning and intermittent showers. While temperatures have risen slightly over the past 24 hours, they remain below the normal mark for this time of year, preventing the return of heatwave…

03 Jun

Punjab to Crack Down on Arbitrary Private School Fee Hikes with Toughest Law in Canada-like Regulation

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): In a landmark move aimed at ending arbitrary fee hikes by private schools and providing long-awaited relief to lakhs of families across Punjab, the Bhagwant Mann Government has announced a sweeping regulatory framework that caps annual fee increases at 5%, mandates refunds of excess fees collected from parents wherever schools breached the annual limit during the last three years, and prescribes stringent penalties that can ultimately lead to cancellation of a school’s recognition. The proposed legislation, which CM Bhagwant Singh Mann declared as the country’s toughest law against arbitrary fee hikes by private schools, will be introduced…

03 Jun

Punjab Braces for Fresh Spell of Storms as Weather Department Issues Orange Alert

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): A fresh round of unstable weather is expected to impact Punjab and Chandigarh over the next two days, with the India Meteorological Department warning of thunderstorms, lightning, and strong winds across several districts. An orange alert has been issued as a new western disturbance becomes active over northwestern India. Officials said wind speeds may reach up to 60 kmph in some areas, increasing the possibility of localized disruptions. Despite a slight rise in daytime temperatures, weather conditions remain relatively comfortable compared to the intense heat experienced in recent weeks. The highest temperature recorded in Punjab was around…

02 Jun

Punjab Overhauls 26-Year-Old KCC Framework to Tackle Rural Debt, Boost High-Value Crops

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): In one of the most far-reaching agricultural reforms undertaken in Punjab in recent decades, Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Tuesday unveiled a sweeping overhaul of the Kisan Credit Card (KCC) system, transforming a 26-year-old framework that had long left farmers dependent on inadequate institutional credit and vulnerable to private moneylenders. The revamped policy significantly raises crop-wise credit limits in line with actual cultivation costs, lowers interest burdens, expands loan eligibility to high-value crops and allied sectors, introduces dedicated financial support for stubble management, and enables farmers to access funds through modern digital platforms such as ATMs…

02 Jun

Punjab Police Intensifies Statewide Security Measures, DGP Orders Enhanced Patrolling and Vehicle Checks

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): In a major push to ensure a safe and secure environment across the state as per the directions of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab Gaurav Yadav on Monday directed all field units to strengthen police presence and police patrolling through strategic nakas, mobile patrols, vehicle checking and effective area domination for enhancing public confidence and ensuring secure environment. The DGP was chairing a state-level Law and Order review meeting in virtual mode with senior Special DGPs/Additional DGPs/IGPs/DIG rank officers deputed as Supervisory Officers for Districts/Commissionerates, Range IGP/DIGs, all Commissioners of Police…

01 Jun

Amritsar tragedy: 17-year-old girl dies by suicide due to alleged harassment over pending school fees

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Gurpreet Singh :- A 17-year-old school girl allegedly died by suicide after consuming poisonous substance at her residence in Amritsar. The victim has been identified as Amjot Kaur Aulakh who was studying in Disciplined Disciple International School, Fatehgarh Churian. According to the family members, their daughter was constantly harassed by the school authorities including the principal, due to fee dues up to Rs 20,000, causing her extreme distress and humiliation. Sarabjeet Kaur, Amjot's maternal aunt, alleged that the student consumed a poisonous substance on the evening of May 22, the same day she was reportedly called to the school for…