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Feb252025 by editorNo Comments

Punjab Government Distributes ₹10.97 Crore as Ex Gratia to Dependents of Martyred and Disabled Soldiers : Mohinder Bhagat

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Chandigarh, February 25: Reaffirming its commitment to the welfare of soldiers and their loved ones, the Punjab Government, led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, has distributed ₹10,97,50,000/- as ex gratia to the dependents of 21 soldiers, including 12 martyred soldiers and 9 disabled soldiers, who made immense sacrifices in the service of the nation. This information was shared by Punjab Defence Services Welfare Minister Mohinder Bhagat. The Minister Mohinder Bhagat stated that Punjab has always played a pivotal role in national defense, with its youth making significant contributions to the armed forces. Punjabi soldiers have exhibited exceptional bravery in various battles, bringing immense pride to the country. The Punjab Government stands firmly with the dependents of thes...

Feb252025 by editorNo Comments

BOOTHS AND SHOPS TO MOTOR MARKETS IN MOHALI TO BE ALLOTED SOON: MUNDIAN ASSURED AT VIDHAN SABHA

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Chandigarh, February 25 The Greater Mohali Area Development Authority (GMADA) has successfully completed the numbering draw for the allotment of booths and shops designated for motor mechanics in Sector 65, near Village Kambali, SAS Nagar. This initiative is part of GMADA's efforts to streamline the allocation process and ensure transparency in the distribution of commercial spaces. Disclosing this, Housing and Urban Development Minister Mr. Hardip Singh Mundia informed the Vidhan Sabha during question hour, GMADA has applied for the registration of this project with the Real Estate Regulatory Authority (RERA). The allotment letters for the booths and shops will be issued once the project is formally registered with RERA in compliance with regulatory requirements. He was respon...

Feb252025 by editorNo Comments

Government Taking Strict Measures to Control Stray Dogs: Dr. Ravjot Singh

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Chandigarh, February 25 Dr. Ravjot Singh, Punjab Local Government Minister, assured the Vidhan Sabha today that the state government is actively addressing the issue of stray dogs, which has become a growing concern for residents across both urban and rural areas. Responding to a notice under Rule 66 moved by Sangrur MLA Narinder Kaur Bharaj, Dr. Singh acknowledged the seriousness of the problem and detailed the steps being taken to control the stray dog population and ensure public safety. He informed the House that the government is strictly adhering to the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960, and the Animal Birth Control (ABC) Rules, 2023, to manage the issue effectively. “Sterilization is the most effective solution to control the stray dog population and reduce aggress...

Feb252025 by editorNo Comments

Punjab Assembly unanimously passes Censure Motion condemning removal of pictures of Babasaheb Dr. Bhim Rao Ambedkar and Shaheed Bhagat Singh by BJP Govt of NCT Delhi

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attempt to desecrate the statue of Babasaheb Dr. Ambedkar, Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema expressed his gratitude to Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann for swiftly apprehending the accused. He said that it reflected the government's commitment to upholding justice and protecting the dignity of Babasaheb Ambedkar's legacy. In stark contrast, he asserted that if the BJP were in power in Punjab, the accused would have been shielded from accountability. Finance Minister Cheema also criticized the BJP's efforts to dismantle established institutions and bringing policies like One Nation One Election, which he believes undermine the democratic principles and rights enshrined in the constitution. He accused the BJP of attempting to do away with the very rights that Babasaheb Dr. Ambedkar ...

Feb252025 by editorNo Comments

State Govt may transfers Block Samiti staff – Panchayat Minister Tarunpreet Singh Sond

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Chandigarh, February 25: Punjab Rural Development and Panchayat Minister Tarunpreet Singh Sond, while answering a question during the session of the Punjab Vidhan Sabha, said that transfers of staff posted in Block Samiti offices of Punjab are also done by the government. MLA Jangi Lal Mahajan when asked the question “Will the Rural and Panchayat Minister be pleased to state whether it is a fact that the staff posted in the offices of the Block Samitis of the State are never transferred by the Government, which promotes bribery here.” In response, Panchayat Minister Tarunpreet Singh Sond said that reshuffle of all employees who have been sitting in the same seat for a long ti...

Feb252025 by editorNo Comments

Cabinet Minister Harbhajan Singh ETO Thanks Health Minister for Selecting Manawala for Establishing State Branch of NCDC

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Chandigarh, February 25 Punjab Power and PWD Minister Harbhajan Singh ETO today extended his heartfelt gratitude to the state Health Minister Dr. Balbir Singh for choosing Manawala, a village in his assembly constituency Jandiala Guru, as the site for State Branch of National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC). The development comes a day after the Punjab Health and Family Welfare department signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), New Delhi, to establish a state branch at the Community Health Centre (CHC) Manawala in the Amritsar district. "I am thrilled that our government is prioritizing the health and well-being of our citizens," said Cabinet Minister Harbhajan Singh ETO, while adding that the establishment of this health f...

Feb242025 by editorNo Comments

Bhagwant Singh Mann led state government all set to embark a massive drive to make Punjab drug free

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Chandigarh, February 24 In order to make Punjab free from scourge of drugs, Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann led state government has decided to launch a massive war against drugs in the coming days. Giving details a spokesperson of the state government said that on directions of the Chief Minister, the Chief Secretary Mr KAP Sinha has issued stern directions to the Deputy Commissioners across the state. In his letter the Chief Secretary has asked the Deputy Commissioners to wipe out the menace of drugs from their respective jurisdictions. KAP Sinha has asked the DCs to ensure adequate number of rehab and Drug De-addiction centres equipped with necessary equipment and medicines including Buprenorephine medicine, testing kits, required staff etc. The Chief Secretary has directed ...

Feb242025 by editorNo Comments

CIA STAFF JALANDHAR RURAL STRIKES AGAINST DRUG MENACE

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JALANDHAR FEBRUARY 24 : In a major breakthrough against the drug menace, CIA Staff Jalandhar Rural has arrested a BA graduate turned drug peddler and seized 150 grams of heroin. The arrest, made near Talhan Gate, Parasrampur, comes as part of the special drive against drug trafficking. The accused has been identified as Suraj Sharma, son of Ashwani Sharma, resident of village Alachour, who worked with a marriage band group while secretly operating a drug distribution network. Senior Superintendent of Police Harkanwalpreet Singh Khakh revealed that Inspector Pushap Bali, In-charge CIA Staff, received crucial input about drug movement in Patara area. Acting swiftly, a special team led by SI Nirmal Singh was constituted under the guidance of SP (Investigation) Jasroop Kau...

Feb242025 by editorNo Comments

Vigilance Bureau arrests private person for accepting Rs 10,000 bribe on behalf of police personnel

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Chandigarh, February 24, 2025: The Punjab Vigilance Bureau (VB) during its ongoing drive against corruption in the state, has arrested a private individual Harpreet Singh, a resident of village Jharon, district Sangrur for demanding and accepting a bribe of Rs 10000. Disclosing this here today an official spokesperson for the VB stated that the aforementioned accused was arrested after an enquiry of an online complaint lodged by a woman on the Chief Minister’s Anti Corruption Action Line. He further informed that during the investigation of this complaint, it was found that accused Harpreet Singh had demanded a bribe of Rs 60,000 from complainant on behalf of the Station House Officer (SHO) and the Investigating Officer Jasbir Singh, Assistant Sub Inspector (ASI) to provide assist...

Feb242025 by editorNo Comments

PUNJAB HEALTH MINISTER LAUNCHES 10 NEW MOBILE MEDICAL UNITS TO BOOST RURAL HEALTHCARE ACCESS

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Chandigarh, February 24: In yet another move aimed at strengthening healthcare accessibility, particularly in rural and underserved areas as desired by the Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, Punjab's Health and Family Welfare Minister Dr Balbir Singh flagged-off 10 Mobile Medical Units (MMUs) from Punjab Bhawan here on Monday. He was accompanied Punjab Power Minister Harbhajan Singh ETO and MLAs from Mansa and Bathinda districts. These units, launched in collaboration with The Hans Foundation, aim to bring essential medical services directly to the doorsteps of residents in rural areas. Divulging details, Dr Balbir Si...