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WOMAN AMONG SIX DRUG SMUGGLERS HELD WITH 4KG HEROIN IN AMRITSAR

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CHANDIGARH/AMRITSAR, June 5: In a major crackdown on cross-border drug smuggling networks amidst the ongoing drive against drugs launched on the directions of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, Amritsar Commissionerate Police has busted two international narco-trafficking cartels with arrest of its six drug smugglers, including a woman, and recovered 4 kg Heroin, said Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab Gaurav Yadav here on Thursday. Those arrested have been identified as Vishal Singh (23) of village Guru Ki Wadali in Amritsar, Didar Singh alias Kali (50) of village Jathaul in Amritsar, Sevenbir Singh (25) of village Burj Sarai Amant Khan in Tarn Taran, Harjit Singh (38)...

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CROSS-BORDER WEAPON SMUGGLING MODULE WITH PAK-LINKS BUSTED; TWO HELD WITH SIX SOPHISTICATED PISTOLS

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CHANDIGARH/TARN TARAN, June 5: In a major breakthrough amidst the ongoing war against drugs and crime waged on the directions of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, Tarn Taran Police has dismantled a cross-border weapon smuggling module with links to Pakistan and arrested its two operatives after recovering six highly sophisticated Pistols— four 9MM Glock 26 and two .30 bore PX5— along with live cartridges from their possession, said Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab Gaurav Yadav here on Thursday. The arrested accused have been identified as Surajpal Singh and Arshdeep Singh, both residents of village Lakhna in Tarn Taran. Apart from recovering arms and ammunition, poli...

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Ludhiana West By-election: 14 Candidates to Contest the Election – Sibin C

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Chandigarh, June 5: A total of 14 candidates will contest the by-election for the 64-Ludhiana West seat of the Punjab Legislative Assembly. Punjab Chief Electoral Officer Sibin C informed that today, on the last day for withdrawal of nominations, one independent candidate, Kamal Pawar, withdrew his nomination. He said that after the scrutiny of nomination papers, 15 nominations were found valid, and with the withdrawal of one candidate, 14 candidates now remain in the electoral fray. It is noteworthy that voting will take place on June 19 from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and the result will be announced after the counting of votes on June 23.

Jun42025 by editorNo Comments

ANYONE WHO OPPOSES BJP IS BRANDED ANTI-NATIONAL NOWADAYS: CM

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Chandigarh, June 4: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Wednesday said that sorry state of affairs was prevailing in the country as any view or idea opposite to propaganda of the BJP is now being labeled as anti-national. Interacting with the media persons here at his official residence, the Chief Minister said that it is ironic that Union Minister of State Ravneet Singh Bittu has contradicted his stand on Operation Sindoor by saying that he was echoing the voice of Pakistan. He said that it is unfortunate that Bittu has issued such irrational statements whereas his masters sitting in Delhi have been giving hypothetical and baseless statements. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that the Union Minister of State has forgotten that his own party has backtracked from their decision to se...

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DAY 95 OF ‘YUDH NASHIAN VIRUDH’: 138 DRUG SMUGGLERS HELD WITH 4.3KG HEROIN, ₹1.42L DRUG MONEY

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CHANDIGARH, June 4: With the war against drugs “Yudh Nashian Virudh” waged on the directions of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann to eradicate drug menace from state entered 95th day, Punjab Police on Wednesday arrested 138 drug smugglers and recovered 4.3 kg heroin, 6133 intoxicant pills and Rs 1.42 lakhs drug money from their possession. With this, the number of total drug smugglers arrested has reached to 15,633 in just 95 days. The operation was conducted on the directions of Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab Gaurav Yadav simultaneously in all 28 Police districts of the state. Notably, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann...

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Under various schemes, around 60 Lakh saplings to be planted : Lal Chand Kataruchak

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Chandigarh, June 4: Placing special focus on the plantation to be carried out in the State, the Forest and Wildlife Preservation Minister Lal Chand Kataruchak during a review meeting at forest Complex in Sector 68 emphasized proper upkeep and maintenance of the same. The Minister was apprised that around 60 Lakh saplings would be planted under the various schemes of the department. The plantation in the State would commence from July 1st this year. Also, 382 Nanak Bagichis and 52 Pavittar Van are to be planted this year besides carrying out institutional plantation in 331 hectares. About plantation around the tubewells, the Minister was informed that out of the 13.66 Lakh tubewells in the State, saplings have been planted around 94 percent of these. The Minister appreciated ...

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Punjab Offers ₹17,500/Hectare Incentive to Shift 12K Hectares from Paddy to Maize

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Chandigarh, June 4– In a major push to promote agricultural diversification and combat depleting groundwater levels in the state, the Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Singh Mann led Punjab Government has unveiled an ambitious plan to diversify 12,000 hectares of paddy to kharif maize this year. Farmers adopting maize cultivation will receive a financial incentive of Rs 17,500 per hectare, aimed at promoting a more sustainable agriculture ecosystem, besides boosting farmers' income. Revealing the details about the diversification plan, Punjab Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister S. Gurmeet Singh Khudian said that six districts- Bathinda, Sangrur, Pathankot, Gurdaspur, Jalandhar and Kapurthala will spearhead the pilot project, targeting 12,000 hectares for paddy-to-maize diversific...

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CM Mann’s Historic Labour Reforms Deliver Big Relief for Small Traders, Says Mohinder Bhagat

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Chandigarh, June 4: Cabinet Minister Mohinder Bhagat today welcomed the significant decisions taken by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann during the Punjab Cabinet meeting, calling them historic and trader-friendly. He said the decisions will provide much-needed relief to small shopkeepers and help uplift the working class by enhancing income opportunities and promoting ease of doing business. Explaining the reforms, Mr. Bhagat said amendments to the Punjab Shops and Commercial Establishments Act, 1958, will bring genuine relief to nearly 95% of small shopkeepers and traders across the state. For far too long, small businesses have been held back by outdated procedures and red tape. Today’s decision simplifies business operations, reduces legal complications and creates a more suppor...

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PUNJAB MULLS TO EQUIP REHABILITATED INDIVIDUALS WITH IN-DEMAND SKILLS

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Chandigarh, June 4: As the “Yudh Nashian Virudh” campaign continues to yield encouraging results, with a significant influx of individuals seeking treatment at de-addiction centres, the Punjab Government is now mulling to introduce a skill development program aimed at facilitating the successful reintegration of rehabilitated individuals into mainstream society. A high-level meeting chaired by Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) state president and Employment Generation, Skill Development & Training Minister Mr. Aman Arora, along with Health and Family Welfare Minister Dr. Balbir Singh, has led to the decision to equip rehabilitated individuals with skills for mainstream reintegration. Mr. Aman Arora directed officials to set up a Project Management Unit (PMU) to oversee the skill developme...

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Punjab Vidhan Sabha Speaker extends heartfelt greetings to the Pope Robert Francis Prevost for his elevation as Pope of the Roman Catholic Church

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Chandigarh, 4 June 2025: Punjab Vidhan Sabha Speaker S. Kultar Singh Sandhwan extended heartfelt congratulations to His Holiness Pope Robert Francis Prevost on his elevation as the Pope of the Roman Catholic Church. His ascension to the papacy marks a historic moment, as he becomes the first American to hold this sacred office. Speaker further said that his lifelong dedication to faith, service, and humanity has been an inspiration to millions across the world. As he steps into this esteemed role, we are confident that his leadership will bring renewed hope, compassion, and unity to people of all faiths. His commitment to peace, social justice, and the well-being of the marginalized resonates deeply with the values we cherish in the State of Punjab. Sandhwan high...