Punjab Archives - Page 6 of 84

30 Aug

Punjab Weather Update: Isolated Rain Likely in 5 Districts, Heat Intensifies Across State

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Chandigarh: Relief from the heat could be limited on Sunday as only isolated parts of Punjab are expected to receive rain, while most areas are likely to remain warm and humid amid a prolonged rainfall shortfall. The Meteorological Centre, Chandigarh has forecast light to moderate showers at isolated places in Pathankot, Hoshiarpur, Nawanshahr, Rupnagar and Mohali on August 30. In Chandigarh, the sky is expected to remain partly cloudy. Residents may also witness one or two spells of rain or thundershowers during the day. Bathinda touches 37.9°C Rainfall remained scarce across Punjab over the last few days, contributing to a…

29 Aug

Punjab Government Schools Now Outperforming Top Private Institutions: Arvind Kejriwal

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New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab’s government schools have undergone a striking transformation, moving far beyond the image of dilapidated buildings, broken furniture and limited facilities. Today, schools equipped with modern infrastructure, advanced laboratories, smart boards, swimming pools and quality playgrounds are giving even leading private schools a run for their money. Under Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government’s education model is giving children from both affluent and poor families access to quality education on an equal footing. On Saturday, AAP National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal shared videos of three such government schools in Ludhiana, Sangrur and…

28 Aug

Punjab CM Bhagwant Singh Mann Releases ₹181.50 Crore Under Mawan-Dheeyan Satkar Yojna on Rakhri Punia

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Baba Bakala (Gurpreet Singh): At Baba Bakala Sahib, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann marked Rakhri Punia by turning his government’s commitment to women into a direct financial assurance, crediting ₹181.50 crore as three months’ ‘Sanman Rashi’ into the accounts of 5.30 lakh more women under the Mawan-Dheeyan Satkar Yojna, taking the total number of beneficiaries to 70.92 lakh. While announcing that the government is working on war footing to bring one crore women under the scheme, with ₹51 crore already paid as incentives to 1.38 lakh Satkar Sakhis and another ₹25 crore to be given to Anganwadi workers who helped with…

28 Aug

Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana’s 104 Helpline Allows Govt To Connect With Patients Even After Discharge

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CHANDIGARH (Gurpreet Singh): For Hardev Singh of Mansa, treatment under the Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana (MMSY) did not end when he walked out of the hospital. After receiving orthopaedic treatment at DH Bathinda, he got a call from Punjab’s 104 Health Helpline asking about his treatment, health and experience at the hospital. For him, the call was a reassuring reminder that the government remained connected even after discharge. “I got the cashless treatment under the Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana, and then they called to ask if I was alright,” said Hardev Singh. He said the government not only ensured cashless…

27 Aug

Punjab Strike Today: Government Offices, Schools and Hospital OPDs Hit as Employees Take Mass Leave

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Normal government functioning across Punjab has been disrupted on Thursday as lakhs of employees observe a one-day strike to press the state government on their pending demands. More than three lakh government employees and over four lakh pensioners are participating in the agitation, according to the employees’ forum. The protest has been organised under the banner of the Sanjha Mulazim Manch Punjab, with employees across various departments staying away from their duties. Government offices, educational institutions and outpatient departments at government hospitals and dispensaries are among the services affected by the strike. The agitation is continuing even…

26 Aug

Punjab Weather: Rain Forecast in Nine Districts, Chandigarh Faces Chance of Thundershowers

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Several parts of Punjab could receive rain on Wednesday as the monsoon remains active over the region. The weather department has predicted isolated showers in nine districts, while Chandigarh is likely to experience cloudy spells with a possibility of rain or thunderstorms. The districts under the rain forecast are Pathankot, Gurdaspur, Amritsar, Hoshiarpur, Nawanshahr, Fatehgarh Sahib, Rupnagar, Patiala and SAS Nagar (Mohali). For Chandigarh, the forecast points to partly cloudy conditions. One or two spells of rain or thundershowers cannot be ruled out during the day. Mercury Stays Above Seasonal Average Rain activity has done little to…

25 Aug

Punjab Weather Update: Monsoon Weakens Further, Rain Expected in Nine Districts

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The monsoon over Punjab and Chandigarh has shown signs of weakening, with rainfall likely to remain limited to select areas while temperatures continue to climb. The state recorded a 0.9°C rise in temperature within a day, adding to the heat and humidity being felt across several districts. The Meteorological Centre, Chandigarh, has forecast light to moderate rainfall at isolated places in nine districts on Tuesday. Chandigarh is likely to remain partly cloudy, with one or two spells of rain or thundershowers possible. Nine Districts May Receive Showers The districts likely to receive rain include Pathankot, Gurdaspur, Amritsar,…

21 Aug

Punjab Weather Update: Rain Forecast in Several Districts, Bathinda Records 38°C

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh)Punjab and Chandigarh are likely to experience another round of monsoon activity today, with cloudy conditions and showers expected at several places. Chandigarh may remain partly cloudy and could receive one or two spells of thundershowers. The state's average maximum temperature has edged up by 0.3°C. Bathinda recorded the highest temperature at 38°C, indicating that warmer conditions are persisting despite the possibility of rain. Gurdaspur remained the wettest district on Thursday, receiving 47.5 mm of rainfall. Rupnagar recorded 12 mm, while Ludhiana received 9.6 mm. Light showers were also reported from Ferozepur, Patiala and Jalandhar, as well as…

21 Aug

Another Milestone For Punjab As Government-Run Institute In Mohali Successfully Completes Three More Liver Transplants: Dr. Balbir Singh

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CHANDIGARH / SAS Nagar (GURPREET SINGH): Punjab has achieved a significant feat in advanced public healthcare with three successful liver transplant surgeries performed within a single week at the Punjab Institute of Liver and Biliary Sciences (PILBS), Mohali. The achievement marks a major step forward in the State’s efforts to build advanced transplant capabilities within its government healthcare institutions. Addressing the media at PILBS, Health and Family Welfare, Medical Education and Research and Higher Education Minister Dr. Balbir Singh said, “The successful completion of three liver transplants in one week was a matter of immense pride for Punjab and reflected…

20 Aug

PUNJAB INKS MoU STPI TO BRING RS 29-CR “NEURON 2.0” INCUBATION CENTRE TO MOHALI

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CHANDIGARH (GURPREET SINGH): In a major push to position Punjab as a national hub for technology-driven entrepreneurship, the Punjab Government signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Software Technology Parks of India (STPI) to set up “Startup Punjab Hub –Neuron 2.0” at STPI Mohali with an investment of ₹29 crore. The state-of-the-art technology incubation centre will focus on cybersecurity and next-gen startups to further strengthening state’s startup ecosystem. Punjab Industries and Commerce Minister Mr. Aman Arora witnessed the signing of the MoU at Udyog Bhawan here. The agreement was signed by Director Industries and Commerce-cum-Punjab Startup Nodal Officer Mr.…