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Vigilance Bureau nabs ASI for demanding Rs 15,000 bribe

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Chandigarh, March 7, 2025: The Punjab Vigilance Bureau (VB), during its ongoing drive against corruption in the state, on Friday arrested Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) Sukhraj Singh, posted at Police Station Civil Lines, Batala, in Gurdaspur district, for demanding and accepting a bribe of Rs 15,000. Disclosing this here today, an official spokesperson of the VB said the accused ASI was arrested based on a complaint lodged by the owner of a foundry in Gurdaspur on the Chief Minister’s Anti-Corruption Action Line. He further added that the complainant had alleged that an FIR had been registered against him at Batala Police Station, where ASI Sukhraj Singh was the investigating officer (IO) in his case, and he had demanded Rs 15,000 to favor him during the investigation. The spokesp...

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Deputy Commissioner Holds Meeting to Increase Cotton Acreage in Fazilka

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Fazilka, March 7: The Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Department has intensified efforts to expand the cotton acreage in Fazilka district. In this regard, Deputy Commissioner Amarpreet Kaur Sandhu held a meeting with various departments today to ensure necessary preparations for the upcoming cotton season.The Deputy Commissioner emphasized the need for immediate preventive measures against whitefly and pink bollworm infestations in cotton crops. She directed all departments to eliminate weeds from their respective areas. Farmers were also urged to remove these weeds from their fields and surrounding areas to prevent pest attacks.To combat the pink bollworm, the Deputy Commissioner advised shaking cotton stalks to expose and destroy any hidden larvae. Chief Agriculture Officer Sandeep Rinwa...

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PUNJAB POLICE AVERTS TARGET KILLING WITH ARREST OF THREE OPERATIVES OF BKI; FOUR PISTOLS RECOVERED

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CHANDIGARH/JALANDHAR, March 7: In a major breakthrough amidst the ongoing drive to make Punjab a safe and secure state as per directions of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, Counter Intelligence Jalandhar averted a major target killing in Punjab with the arrest of three operatives of Babbar Khalsa International (BKI) backed terror module, said Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab Gaurav Yadav here on Friday. Those arrested have been identified as Jagroop Singh, a resident of Naushehra Kalan in Amritsar; Sukhjit Singh, a resident of village Mirzapur in Kapurthala; and Navpreet Singh alias Nav, a resident of village Fatehabad in Tarn Taran. Police teams have also recovered...

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Financial Assistance of ₹20,000 to Families Under the National Family Benefit Scheme – Minister Dr. Baljit Kaur

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Chandigarh, March 7: The Punjab Government provides a one-time financial assistance of ₹20,000 to families under the National Family Benefit Scheme in case of the death of the primary breadwinner of the household. Sharing more details, Social Security, Women and Child Development Minister Dr. Baljit Kaur stated that families fulfilling the eligibility criteria can avail the benefits of this scheme in case of any kind of death (natural or otherwise). She further clarified that a woman in the household who is the primary source of income will also be considered a breadwinner, and her family will be eligible for financial assistance under this scheme. Under this scheme, the term "family" includes the husband, wife, minor children, unmarried daughters, and dependent parents. In ...

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YUDH NASHIAN VIRUDH: ANTI-DRUG AWARENESS COURSE TO BE INTRODUCED IN PUNJAB SCHOOLS AND HOTSPOTS

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CHANDIGARH, March 7: In a first-of-its-kind initiative aimed at saving young generation to fall prey to drugs amidst the ongoing ‘Yudh Nashian Virudh’ anti-drug campaign launched on the directions of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, Punjab Police has collaborated with Punjabi University Patiala and Educational Multimedia Research Centre (EMRC) to introduce a comprehensive 10-hour anti-drug awareness course at schools and identified drug hotspots across the state. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between ADGP Anti-Narcotics Task Force (ANTF) Nilabh Kishore, Registrar Punjabi University Prof (Dr) Sanjiv Puri and Director EMRC Patiala Daljeet Ami in the presen...

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HARJOT BAINS HONORS 161 GOVT SCHOOLS WITH “BEST SCHOOL AWARD”

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Harjot Bains Press.mp4 सूचना एवं लोक संपर्क विभाग,पंजाबहरजोत सिंह बैंस द्वारा 161 सरकारी स्कूलों को "बेस्ट स्कूल अवार्ड" से सम्मानित11 करोड़ रुपए के नकद पुरस्कार वितरितये स्कूल अन्य के लिए रोल मॉडल बनेंगे: शिक्षा मंत्रीआगामी सत्र में राज्य स्तरीय सर्वोत्तम स्कूल पुरस्कार शुरू किए जाएंगे: बैंसचंडीगढ़, 7 मार्च:प्रदेश के सरकारी स्कूलों के प्रदर्शन को और बेहतर बनाने और प्रतिस्पर्धा की भावना विकसित करने के उद्देश्य से पंजाब के स्कूल शिक्षा मंत्री स हरजोत सिंह बैंस ने आज कुल 11 करोड़ रुपए की पुरस्कार राशि के साथ 161 सरकारी स्कूलों को "बेस्ट स्कूल अवार्ड" से सम्मानित किया।यहाँ एम.सी. भवन में पुरस्कार वितरण समारोह के दौरान सभा को संबोधित करते हुए स बैंस ने कहा कि सत्र 2023-24 के लिए 92 प्राथमिक, मिडल, हाई और सीनियर सेकेंडरी स्कूलों तथा सत्र 2024-25 के लिए 69 मिडल, हाई और सीनियर सेकेंडरी स...

Mar72025 by editorNo Comments

YUDH NASHIAN VIRUDH: ANTI-DRUG AWARENESS COURSE TO BE INTRODUCED IN PUNJAB SCHOOLS AND HOTSPOTS

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CHANDIGARH, March 7: In a first-of-its-kind initiative aimed at saving young generation to fall prey to drugs amidst the ongoing ‘Yudh Nashian Virudh’ anti-drug campaign launched on the directions of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, Punjab Police has collaborated with Punjabi University Patiala and Educational Multimedia Research Centre (EMRC) to introduce a comprehensive 10-hour anti-drug awareness course at schools and identified drug hotspots across the state. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between ADGP Anti-Narcotics Task Force (ANTF) Nilabh Kishore, Registrar Punjabi University Prof (Dr) Sanjiv Puri and Director EMRC Patiala Daljeet Ami in the presen...

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Cabinet Minister Dr. Baljit Kaur launches ‘Project Hifazat’ to ensure the safety of women and children affected by violence

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Chandigarh, March 6: On the eve of International Women's Day, Punjab's Minister for Social Security, Women, and Child Development, Dr. Baljit Kaur, launched 'Project Hifazat' today. The initiative aims to strengthen the response mechanism for victims of violence against women and children. Launched under the Punjab government's mission to ensure the safety and dignity of all, this project will enhance last-mile connectivity with victims and provide an integrated support system. Addressing the event at MGSIPAP, Sector 26, Dr. Baljit Kaur emphasized that the launch of 'Project Hifazat' aims to eliminate the fear that prevents women from reporting domestic violence, workplace harassment, or any other form of abuse. She urged all women in Punjab to save the emergency helpline number 181 ...

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War Against Drugs Will Continue Till Final Eradication: Laljit Singh Bhullar

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Chandigarh March 6: Punjab Transport Minister, Mr. Laljit Singh Bhullar, a member of the sub-committee formed by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, asserted that the Punjab Government is committed to carrying the battle against drugs to its final conclusion. He emphasized that a drug-free and rangla Punjab is a collective responsibility, and with social participation, this goal will be achieved. During his visit to Fazilka, the Minister chaired a meeting with officials from various departments and directed them to actively fulfill their respective roles in the anti-drug campaign. He highlighted that properties acquired through drug trafficking are being seized, and any unaut...

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“War Against Drugs” campaign to safeguard Punjab and its youth: Laljit Singh Bhullar

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Chandigarh, March 6: Punjab Transport and Jail Minister and member of the Cabinet Sub-Committee on "War Against Drugs", S. Laljit Singh Bhullar, on Thursday, said that the "War Against Drugs" campaign waged by Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Singh Mann led government is aimed at safeguarding the Punjab and its youth. Chairing the marathon meeting in Distt. Ferozepur, Cabinet Minister S. Laljit Singh Bhullar directed the police and civil administration of the district to ensure active public participation in the "War Against Drugs" campaign. While reviewing the de-addiction activities and issuing guidelines to further improve these initiatives, S. Laljit Singh Bhullar urged village sarpanches and panchayats to pass resolutions in gram sabhas against providing bail to drug traffickers, sayi...