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07 Sep

Admissions At Punjab Govt De-Addiction Centres Rise 164% In One Year

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CHANDIGARH (GURPREET SINGH): The consistent rise in admissions at the Bhagwant Mann Government’s de-addiction and rehabilitation centres is a strong indicator of the growing public faith in the state’s treatment infrastructure as part of the ‘Yudh Nashean Virudh’. Government de-addiction centres witnessed a steep rise in admissions from 9,577 in 2024 to 25,290 in 2025, an increase of more than 164 per cent. The same trend continued into 2026, with over 14,000 people being admitted to government de-addiction centres by July. Notably, this rise in the number of admissions is a result of the ‘Yudh Nashean Virudh’ that began in…

07 Sep

Punjab Weather: Rain May Continue in 14 Districts, State Records 34% Monsoon Deficit

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab is likely to see another spell of rain in several parts of the state on Monday, even as the recent wet weather is expected to gradually ease. The Meteorological Department has not issued any rain alert for the coming week, but isolated showers remain possible in 14 districts on September 7. Chandigarh is expected to remain under cloudy skies for most of the day. With limited sunshine and persistent moisture in the air, residents may experience heightened humidity despite temperatures remaining close to the seasonal average. The state's maximum temperature fell marginally by 0.1 degree Celsius…

06 Sep

‘Khedan Wattan Punjab Diyan’ 4.0 Begins, Details Inside

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‘ BATHINDA (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab’s flagship sporting initiative, ‘Khedan Wattan Punjab Diyan-2026’, began from Bathinda on Saturday, with CM Bhagwant Singh Mann setting an ambitious vision of taking Punjab’s sporting talent to the global stage. The fourth season will bring nearly 10 lakh players aged 14 to over 70 years into 39 sporting disciplines, including four para-sports, while connecting generations and nurturing talent from villages and cities across the state. The event will conclude in Patiala on November 29, with ₹12.50 crore in prize money for winners, including cash awards for veteran players for the first time. On the occasion,…

06 Sep

51,979 Citizen Tip-Offs Help Punjab Make 25,339 Drug-Related Arrests

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CHANDIGARH (Gurpreet Singh): Citizens’ participation in Punjab’s fight against drugs has emerged as a significant force, with 51,979 tip-offs received from citizens helping authorities make 25,339 arrests under the state’s anti-drug enforcement drive under the Punjab Bhagwant Mann Government's 'Yudh Nashean Virudh'. The data covers the period from March 1, 2025, when the Yudh Nashean Virudh was launched, to September 3, 2026. The tip-offs were received through the Safe Punjab Helpline (97791-00200), providing the enforcement agencies with information on suspected drug peddling and related activities. What is significant is that out of the overall number of FIRs — 59,293 —…

04 Sep

ED Secures Three-Year Jail Terms for Two Men in Rs 5,000 Fine Cocaine Money Laundering Case

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MOHALI (Gurpreet Singh): The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has secured the conviction of Dara Singh and Gurdarshan Singh in a money laundering case linked to drug trafficking involving 1.230 kg of cocaine, marking another action by the agency against the financial networks allegedly connected to illegal narcotics trade. The Special Court under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) in SAS Nagar (Mohali) convicted both men on charges of money laundering under Section 3 of the PMLA, which is punishable under Section 4 of the legislation. The court delivered its verdict on the case on Thursday and awarded three years of…

03 Sep

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini Pays Obeisance at Gurdwara Sri Katalgarh Sahib, Announces ₹21 Lakh for Memorial Gate

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaBibi Sharan Kaur, Chamkaur Sahib, Gurdwara Katalgarh Sahib, Nayab Singh Saini, Punjab

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini paid obeisance at Gurdwara Sri Katalgarh Sahib in Chamkaur Sahib, Punjab, offering prayers for the prosperity of the people and the strengthening of mutual brotherhood between Punjab and Haryana. During his visit, the Chief Minister announced a financial grant of 21 lakh rupees for the construction of a historic memorial gate dedicated to the memory of immortal martyr Bibi Sharan Kaur. Addressing the congregation, Saini described Chamkaur Sahib as a living institution of sacrifice, courage, and service. He recalled that the sacred land is eternally linked with the supreme sacrifice of…

01 Sep

Punjab Braces for Rain Till September 5, Chandigarh to Stay Cloudy; Faridkot Records 38.3°C

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab is likely to see another spell of rain over the next few days, with the weather department forecasting showers in several parts of the state until September 5. Chandigarh is also expected to remain under partly cloudy skies, with isolated rain or thundershowers possible. A yellow alert has been issued for Punjab and Chandigarh during this period. On Tuesday, weather activity is expected across 13 districts, although rainfall intensity may differ from one area to another. Five Districts May Receive More Rain Light to moderate showers are likely in Pathankot, Hoshiarpur, Nawanshahr, Rupnagar and Mohali. Isolated…

31 Aug

Punjab Government Urges Parents to Identify Early Warning Signs of Youth Drug Abuse

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAddiction awareness, Balbir Singh, drug prevention, Punjab, Teenage health, Tele-MANAS

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Under the Bhagwant Mann government's 'Yudh Nashean Virudh', the focus is widening from cutting off the drug supply to also catching vulnerability early. The state is working towards providing young people with help before occasional or experimental use turns into dependence or addiction. The question being asked of parents is a simple one: are there signs family members can watch out for to intervene early and prevent the child from falling into addiction? Experts say there are. Punjab Health and Family Welfare Minister Dr Balbir Singh puts it plainly: "Every child can be saved from addiction with…

31 Aug

Punjab to See Scattered Showers as Monsoon Weakens; Chandigarh Remains Hot and Humid

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, TrendingChandigarh, Punjab

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab is likely to experience another day of high humidity and warm temperatures, with rainfall expected only in select areas as monsoon activity over the state remains subdued. The weather office has forecast light to moderate showers at isolated places across 12 districts. The areas that could receive rain include Pathankot, Gurdaspur, Amritsar, Hoshiarpur, Nawanshahr, Kapurthala, Jalandhar, Ludhiana, Fatehgarh Sahib, Rupnagar, Patiala and Mohali. Despite the possibility of showers, the overall rainfall pattern is expected to remain weak. Chandigarh is likely to remain partly cloudy, with one or two spells of rain or thundershowers possible. The maximum…

30 Aug

Punjab CM Bhagwant Singh Mann inaugurates Sher-e-Punjab T20 Cricket League; Says League to give wings to Punjab’s cricketing talent

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, Sports, TrendingBhagwant Mann, Punjab, Sher-e-Punjab T20 Cricket League

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Sunday inaugurated the first-ever franchise-based Sher-e-Punjab T20 Cricket League, describing the tournament as a major platform to provide budding cricketers of the state with greater opportunities to showcase their talent, gain exposure and advance in the sport. The inaugural edition, being organised by the Punjab Cricket Association (PCA), will feature six teams and run till September 13 at the PCA Cricket Stadium, Mohali. Interacting with the players and organisers, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann stated that the league would give talented cricketers from Punjab an opportunity to compete on a major…