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Aug252025 by editorNo Comments

Modern Panchayat Ghars & Common Service Centres to Transform Rural Punjab: Sond

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Chandigarh, August 25: Punjab’s Rural Development and Panchayat Minister, Tarunpreet Singh Sond, said that modern Panchayat Ghars and Common Service Centres will script a new chapter in the development of villages. He informed that in the first phase, 500 Panchayat Ghars and Common Service Centres are being constructed across the state at a cost of Rs 125 crore. It may be recalled that a few days ago, Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann launched this project from the holy land of Fatehgarh Sahib. Sond stated that every village with a population of more than 2,800 will have one Panchayat Ghar and one Common Service Centre. The cost of constructing a Panchayat Ghar will be Rs 20 lakh while a Common Service Centre will be built at Rs 5 lakh. He added that villages without Panchayat Ghars...

Aug242025 by editorNo Comments

YUDH NASHIAN VIRUDH: CITIZENS’ TIPS ON ‘SAFE PUNJAB’ ANTI-DRUG HELPLINE LEADS TO REGISTRATION OF 5562 FIRs SINCE MARCH 1

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CHANDIGARH, August 24: Amidst the ongoing anti-drugs campaign ‘Yudh Nashian Virudh’ launched on the directions of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, the information received from the people on Punjab’s ‘Safe Punjab’ WhatsApp Chatbot portal— 9779100200— has led to the registration of 5,562 first information reports (FIRs) since March 1, 2025. Notably, the ‘Safe Punjab’ anti-drug helpline 97791-00200 is a flagship initiative of the Punjab Government aimed at providing anonymous, accessible, and non-judgmental support to individuals grappling with drug-related issues. “Safe Punjab Chatbot has emerged as a game-changer as...

Aug242025 by editorNo Comments

Punjab Government provides financial assistance of ₹4,000 per child for economically weaker and orphan children: Dr. Baljit Kaur

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Chandigarh, August 24: Under the leadership of Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Singh Mann, the Punjab Government is working tirelessly for the overall development of children across Punjab. At the same time, special priority is being given to the care and upbringing of children from economically weaker families and orphans. This was disclosed by Social Security, Women and Child Development Minister Dr. Baljit Kaur. Dr. Baljit Kaur informed that under the Sponsorship Scheme, the Punjab Government provides financial assistance of ₹4,000 per child per month to economically weaker, destitute and orphan children. This assistance is meant for wards belonging to families unable to provide proper care due to financial constraints, as well as for orphaned children living with their relatives. S...

Aug232025 by editorNo Comments

CM Expresses Deep Shock and Anguish Over Tragic Mishap in Village Mandiala

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Chandigarh, August 23 : Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Saturday expressed deep shock and anguish over the tragic mishap in village Mandiala, Hoshiarpur district, where two people lost their lives and 21 were injured following an explosion in an LPG tanker. Expressing profound grief and sorrow over the incident, the Chief Minister extended his heartfelt sympathies to the bereaved families and prayed to the Almighty to grant them strength to bear this irreparable loss, and peace to the departed souls. Meanwhile, he announced financial assistance of Rs 2 lakh for the families of the deceased and stated that he is in constant touch with the district administration to regularly monitor the situation. Bhagwant Singh Mann further said he has directed the district administratio...

Aug232025 by editorNo Comments

CM to Be Chief Guest at Tamil Nadu Government’s Expansion of Chief Minister’s Breakfast Scheme

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Chandigarh, August 23: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann will attend a prestigious function in Chennai as the Chief Guest to mark the expansion of the Chief Minister’s Breakfast Scheme by the Tamil Nadu Government. Rajya Sabha MP from Tamil Nadu, Shri Wilson, called on Chief Minister Mann today and formally extended an invitation on behalf of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin. The function, scheduled for August 26, will mark the expansion of the Chief Minister’s Breakfast Scheme to all government-aided schools in urban areas. During his interaction with the Rajya Sabha MP, Chief Minister expressed immense pride and satisfaction in being part of the event. He lauded the Tamil Nadu Government, led by Chief Minister M.K. Stalin, for launching several progressive and welfa...

Aug222025 by editorNo Comments

Sond Expresses Grief over the Demise of Jaswinder Bhalla

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Chandigarh, August 22: Punjab’s Tourism and Cultural Affairs Minister, Tarunpreet Singh Sond, has expressed deep sorrow over the demise of renowned Punjabi comedian and actor Jaswinder Bhalla. In his condolence message, the Minister said that Jaswinder Bhalla was a wonderful human being and a true pride of Punjab. He added that Bhalla brought smiles to countless faces through his unique style of comedy and acting. Remembering Bhalla’s iconic role as Chacha Chatrra, Sond said, “You, your words, and your acting will always be remembered.” Extending heartfelt sympathies to the bereaved family, relatives, and admirers, Sond prayed to the Almighty to grant eternal peace to the departed soul and courage to the family to bear this irreparable loss.

Aug222025 by editorNo Comments

SC Commission seeks report from SSP Jalandhar Rural in encroachment case on land of Sri Guru Ravidass Maharaj at village Dhaleta, Jalandhar

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Chandigarh, August 22: Punjab State Scheduled Castes Commission Chairman S. Jasvir Singh Garhi has taken suo moto notice of the alleged encroachment on the land belonging to Sri Guru Ravidass Maharaj at village Dhaleta in Jalandhar district by the civil administration and police. He has sought a report from the Senior Superintendent of Police (Rural), Jalandhar. Providing details in this regard, S. Jasvir Singh Garhi stated that the matter came to his notice through a newspaper report, which alleged that the land of Sri Guru Ravidass Maharaj Ji had been encroached upon by the civil administration and police at village Dhaleta. Taking cognizance of this, the Commission has initiated legal action. Directions have been issued to present the facts and relevant information regarding this ...

Aug222025 by editorNo Comments

CABINET MINISTER BARINDER KUMAR GOYAL SHARES GRIEF WITH VERMA FAMILY

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Chandigarh/Abohar, August 22: Punjab Cabinet Minister Sh. Barinder Kumar Goyal today shared grief with the family of Sh. Sanjay Verma, during his visit to Abohar. He met with Jagat Verma, brother of Sanjay Verma and expressed condolences to the family. Sh. Barinder Kumar Goyal said that the Verma family had built a distinguished reputation in the textile trade through their dedicated hard work. He said that Sanjay Verma's demise is not only a loss to the family but also to the entire state. He assured the family that the government stands firmly with them and pledged that no culprit involved in Sanjay Verma's murder case will be spared, promising that the strictest possible punishments will be meted out. MLA Sh. Amandeep Singh Goldy Musafir from Balluana was also present on thi...

Aug212025 by editorNo Comments

STATE’S TIMELESS BEAUTY CAPTURED IN “PUNJAB IN FRAMES” PHOTO EXHIBITION: AMAN ARORA

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Chandigarh, August 21: Punjab Cabinet Minister and AAP State President Mr. Aman Arora today presided over the closing ceremony of 3-day photo exhibition 'Punjab in Frames’ organised at the Punjab Arts Council, Kala Bhavan, here. The ceremony included a poignant tribute to Dr. M.S. Randhawa, the visionary behind Punjab's Green Revolution and the architect of Chandigarh's character and soul, as Mr. Aman Arora lit a lamp in his honour in front of his bust. After previewing the photo exhibition, Mr. Aman Arora said that the stunning photo exhibition brought Punjab's vibrant cultural heritage and breathtaking natural beauty to life by showcasing centuries-old monuments, historic places and serene landscapes through the artistic lens of Mr. Harpreet Sandhu, State Information Commissioner, ...

Aug212025 by editorNo Comments

INTER-STATE MULE ACCOUNT RACKET INVOLVED IN CYBERCRIME FINANCIAL FRAUD BUSTED IN PUNJAB; FOUR HELD WITH ₹10.96L CASH

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CHANDIGARH, August 21: Punjab Police’s State Cyber Crime Wing has busted an inter-state mule account racket involved in duping thousands of victims of crores of rupees across the country with the arrest of four persons, said Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab Gaurav Yadav here on Thursday. A mule account is a bank account used by criminals to receive, transfer, or launder illicit funds without the knowledge or sometimes with the complicity of the account holder. Those arrested have been identified as Gautam (23), Ehsas (24), and Akash (20), trio residents of Amritsar, and Anmol (21) from Fazilka. Anmol is full tim...