Punjab Archives - Page 6 of 58

14 Apr

Punjab Govt Asks Centre to Keep Amritpal Singh in Assam Jail Even After NSA Period Ends

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Gurpreet Singh :- In a significant development, the Punjab government has approached the Centre requesting that Khadoor Sahib MP Amritpal Singh be allowed to remain lodged in Dibrugarh Central Jail in Assam even after the expiry of his detention under the National Security Act (NSA). The move has been justified on grounds of maintaining law and order and ensuring public safety. According to official sources, the state government has written to the Union Home Ministry, urging it to obtain consent from the Assam government under the provisions of the Transfer of Prisoners Act, 1952, along with relevant amendments. The request…

13 Apr

Finally, Centre orders fencing near international border, lakhs of farmers to get benefit

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TALWANDI SABO (Rajeev Sharma): Following sustained efforts by Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, the Centre has moved to shift border fencing closer to the international boundary, a decision set to bring major relief to farmers long forced to cultivate under tight BSF restrictions. With surveys now ordered across border districts, the move will bring lakhs of acres back within the fenced area, allowing farmers greater access, crop choice, and freedom from limited farming hours and repeated security checks. Punjab CM Bhagwant Singh Mann stated, “With the Union Home Minister, we have raised this issue many times that for farmers…

12 Apr

Punjab to illuminate 13,000 villages with solar LED lights under new scheme

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Jalandhar (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab’s New and Renewable Energy Minister Aman Arora on Sunday announced that the Punjab Government has launched a unique initiative, ‘Mukhya Mantri Roshan Punjab Yojna’, to illuminate all villages across the state with solar-powered LED streetlights at an outlay of Rs. 550 crore. Addressing a press conference at the local Circuit House, the Minister described the project as one of the biggest rural lighting initiatives, under which more than 3 lakh solar LED lights will be installed across Punjab.Mr. Arora said that the state Cabinet, led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, has approved the programme on…

12 Apr

Punjab Police Nab Two More in Chandigarh Blast Probe, Drone-Supplied Arms Angle Emerges

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Chandigarh/Amritsar (Gurpreet Singh): The investigation into the explosion at a BJP office in Chandigarh has gained momentum with the arrest of two additional suspects by Punjab Police, officials said on Sunday. The latest arrests point to a possible cross-border network involved in the incident. The accused, Navdeep and Hardeep, both residents of Tarn Taran district, were taken into custody from Amritsar. According to sources, they are suspected to have been involved in handling explosives and facilitating the movement of funds linked to the case. Investigators have indicated that the weapons recovered were allegedly smuggled from Pakistan using drones, highlighting a…

11 Apr

Punjab CM Reaches Jagraon to Console Families After Mathura Boat Tragedy, Extends Full Support

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Saturday visited Jagraon to stand in solidarity with families who lost their loved ones in the recent boat capsizing incident near Mathura, offering condolences and assuring comprehensive support during the difficult time. The tragic incident occurred in the Yamuna river when a boat carrying pilgrims to Vrindavan overturned, leading to multiple casualties. According to officials, 11 bodies have been recovered so far, while search efforts continue for four individuals who are still missing. During his visit, the Chief Minister met grieving families and expressed deep sorrow over the loss, emphasising…

11 Apr

Punjab Government Plans Year-Long Celebrations for Guru Ravidas Ji’s 650th Parkash Purab

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): In a major cultural initiative, the Punjab government led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann has finalised an extensive calendar of events to mark the 650th Parkash Purab of Sri Guru Ravidas Ji, aiming to celebrate the occasion on an unprecedented scale across the state. The roadmap was chalked out during a meeting between the Chief Minister and members of the Sant Samaj at Punjab Bhawan, where a wide range of programmes were approved to honour the life and teachings of the revered saint. The celebrations are set to span an entire year, reflecting a renewed focus…

11 Apr

Firing near Ferozepur border leaves 12-year-old girl injured, condition critical

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Gurpreet Singh :- Panic gripped a border village in Ferozepur after unidentified assailants opened fire outside a house, leaving a 12-year-old girl critically injured. The incident occurred in Pacharia village, where the victim was struck by a bullet while standing near the gate of her residence. According to family members, the girl had just stepped out after bathing when gunshots were heard. Initially mistaking the sound for firecrackers, the family soon realised something was wrong when they found the child injured. She was immediately rushed to a private hospital in Ferozepur, where she is currently undergoing treatment. The family maintained…

11 Apr

Vrindavan boat mishap: Seven of a family among 10 dead, eyewitnesses recount horror

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Gurpreet Singh :- A devastating boat accident in the Yamuna river at Vrindavan has claimed the lives of 10 pilgrims, with seven members of a single family among the deceased, plunging parts of Punjab into mourning. The victims are reported to be from Ludhiana and Jagraon, where grief-stricken families are struggling to come to terms with the tragedy. According to accounts from survivors, the group comprising nearly 130 devotees who had travelled in two buses—had arrived in Vrindavan for religious visit and were staying near an ashram. The accident occurred when they boarded a steamer to cross the river. Eyewitnesses…

11 Apr

Fresh turn in Moosewala murder case: Six witnesses examined, father seeks clarity on four accused

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Gurpreet Singh :- Proceedings in the high-profile murder case of Punjabi singer Sidhu Moosewala witnessed significant developments today as a local court recorded the statements of six prosecution witnesses. The testimonies were completed during the course of the hearing, marking a steady progression in the trial. According to counsel Satinder Pal Singh Mittal, the witnesses whose depositions were concluded included Shankar Lal, Rajkumar, Amit Kumar, Ude Ram, Aditya and Baljeet Singh, a police constable. The court heard their accounts in detail before closing this phase of examination. During the hearing, Moosewala’s father, Balkaur Singh, also appeared before the court and…

11 Apr

Batala Police Smash Cross-Border Drug & Arms Network; Heroin, Pistol and Cash Seized

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Batala (Gurpreet Singh): In a significant crackdown on organised crime, Batala Police has unearthed a cross-border network dealing in narcotics and illegal weapons, arresting two suspects and recovering a large quantity of contraband. The operation led to the seizure of 6.5 kilograms of heroin, a .30 caliber pistol along with six live cartridges, and ₹1 lakh believed to be proceeds from drug trafficking. According to initial findings, the racket was not limited to drug smuggling alone but also involved the circulation of illegal arms among operatives. Investigators suspect a deep-rooted connection between drug trade, extortion activities, and the supply of…