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SRI GURU TEGH BAHADUR JI’S 350TH MARTYRDOM ANNIVERSARY: PUNJAB PLANS 15-DAY EDUCATIONAL MODULE FOR SCHOOL STUDENTS, FREE BUS SERVICE FROM ALL TEHSILS TO SRI ANANDPUR SAHIB

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CHANDIGARH, November 3:- To honour the eternal legacy of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib Ji, the Punjab Government has embarked on a statewide commemorations to mark the 350th Martyrdom Anniversary of the Ninth Guru Sahib to universally propagate His message of sacrifice, righteousness and freedom of faith for all humanity. Punjab Education Minister S. Harjot Singh Bains, along with Advisor to Tourism & Cultural Affairs Department Mr. Deepak Bali, addressed a press conference here at Punjab Bhawan on Monday evening. S. Bains and Mr. Bali said that the sacrifice of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji was not for a single religion, but for the fundamental rights and dignity of all human beings. Punjab government is committed to ensuring that the light of this supreme sacrifice reaches every ...

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Speaker congratulates Indian women’s cricket team

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Chandigarh, 3 November 2025— Punjab Vidhan Sabha Speaker S. Kultar Singh Sandhwan extended heartfelt congratulations to Punjab's daughter Harmanpeet Kaur, who has created history as a captain of the Indian women's cricket team and led India to win the World Cup under her leadership. Speaker Sandhwan said that Harmanpeet Kaur has made not only Punjab but the entire country proud with her dedication, hard work and indomitable spirit. She has proved that if the intentions are firm, then daughters are no less than sons in any field. He said that Harmanpeet Kaur has inspired the daughters of every parent by creating new history in the world of sports. This victory is a symbol of women empowerment and this is the beginning of a new golden era in sports. S. Sandhwan said that th...

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Paddy lifting crosses 100 Lakh Metric Tonne mark

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Chandigarh, November 3: In a major milestone, the paddy lifting throughout the mandis has crossed the 100 Lakh Metric Tonne (LMT) mark with over 104 LMT lifted. Terming the accelerated pace of procurement and lifting as testimony to the farmer friendly policies of the Punjab Government led by the Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, the Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Minister Lal Chand Kataruchak said that the necessary arrangements have been made in the mandis with a view to ensure that no stakeholder whether the farmers, Commission Agents (Arhtiyas), Labourers don't encounter any difficulty. As far as arrival is concerned, more than 127 LMT of paddy has arrived in the mandis. Out of this, 124 LMT stands procured. Coming to the payments front, the amount in excess...

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Punjab Vidhan Sabha Speaker Kultar Singh Sandhwan honours Jujhar Singh, International Power Slap Winner

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Chandigarh, November 3: Punjab Vidhan Sabha Speaker S Kultar Singh Sandhwan today specially honoured Jujhar Singh s/o S. Sangat Singh in his chamber who became first Indian and worldwide first Sikh to win the International Power Slap Championship held at Abu Dhabi. Jujhar Singh scripted history by defeating Russian heavyweight Anatolii Galushka. He belongs to Sri Chamkaur Sahib, district Ropar. Speaker Sandhwan said that Jujhar Singh has made the Punjabis proud across the globe due to his devotion and dedication towards sports. He said that such type of youth is giving a new identity to the sports of Punjab across the world. Sandhwan wished him to achieve laurels in this field and reach the pinnacle in his game. Punjab government is always committed to raise the ...

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H&UD DEPARTMENT FRAMES SOP FOR ISSUING LICENSES TO DEVELOP COLONIES

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Chandigarh, November 3:- Punjab Housing and Urban Development Minister S. Hardeep Singh Mundian today informed that Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Singh Mann led government has taken a key decision aimed at boosting the real estate sector by formulating a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for issuing licenses to develop colonies. Sharing further details, S. Hardeep Singh Mundian said the Housing and Urban Development department has prepared the SOP to streamline the process of granting licenses for developing colonies in areas under its jurisdiction. The process has been divided into two stages i.e. issuance of the Letter of Intent (within 30 days) and issuance of the License (within 30 days), fixing the total time limit at 60 days from the date of application submission by the appl...

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YUDH NASHIAN VIRUDH’: ON DAY 247, PUNJAB POLICE NABS 63 DRUG SMUGGLERS

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CHANDIGARH, November 3: Continuing the war against drugs “Yudh Nashian Virudh” waged by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann to eradicate drug menace from state consecutively for the 247th day, Punjab Police conducted raids at 295 locations on Monday leading to the arrest of 63 drug smugglers after registration of 60 first information reports (FIRs) across the state. With this, the number of total drug smugglers arrested has reached to 35,065 in 247 days. The raids have resulted in recovery of 332 grams heroin and 5623 intoxicant pills from the possession of arrested drug smugglers. Notably, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann has as...

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DOCUMENTARY SHOWCASING FLOOD RELIEF EFFORTS BY ANIMAL HUSBANDRY DEPT RELEASED

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Chandigarh, November 3: The Punjab Animal Husbandry Department unveiled a documentary showcasing its relentless efforts in rescuing and rehabilitating animals during the recent devastating floods in the state. The documentary was formally released by S. Gurmeet Singh Khudian, Minister for Animal Husbandry, Fisheries, and Dairy Development, Punjab. Notably, this documentary stands out as a unique effort, created from within the Animal Husbandry department by its team of doctors and paramedics. Lauding the department’s efforts, S. Gurmeet Singh Khudian stated that under Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Singh Mann's guidance, the Punjab Government and Animal Husbandry Department stood resolute in supporting livestock farmers during the deluge. He highlighted the department's proactive "missio...

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Punjab Government releases over ₹242 Crore financial aid to orphaned and dependent children: Dr. Baljit Kaur

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Chandigarh, November 3:- Punjab’s Social Security, Women and Child Development Minister, Dr. Baljit Kaur, stated that the Punjab Government, under the leadership of Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Singh Mann, is steadfastly working to secure the future of orphaned and dependent children through sustained financial and social support initiatives. Dr. Baljit Kaur informed that financial assistance worth ₹242.77 crore has so far been disbursed to dependent children across the State. This financial support aims to assist children who have lost one or both parents or whose families are facing severe hardships. She further added that during the ongoing financial year 2025–26, a budget provision of ₹410 crore has been earmarked under this scheme. A total of 2,32,290 children are currently r...

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TWO MEMBERS OF ASHISH CHOPRA GANG HELD IN FEROZEPUR

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CHANDIGARH/FEROZEPUR, November 3: 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, the Anti-Gangster Task Force (AGTF) Punjab, in a joint operation with Ferozepur Police, has arrested two members of the Ashish Chopra Gang from Ferozepur and recovered 205 grams of heroin from their possession, said Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab Gaurav Yadav here on Monday. Those arrested have been identified as Rashpal alias Sewak, a resident of village Kunde in Ferozepur and Rajiv alias Jassa, a resident of village Bare Ke in Ferozepur. &...

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Punjab State Scheduled Castes Commission takes suo moto notice of Amarinder Singh Raja Warring’s castist comments towards former Union Home Minister Buta Singh

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Chandigarh, November 3: The Punjab State Scheduled Castes Commission has taken suo moto notice of the casteist comment made by Punjab Congress Committee President and Lok Sabha member from Ludhiana, Amarinder Singh Raja Warring, against former Union Home Minister late Buta Singh during an election rally in view of the Tarn Taran Vidhan Sabha by-elections. Giving information in this regard, Punjab State Scheduled Castes Commission Chairman Sardar Jasvir Singh Garhi said that this matter has come to his notice through social media in which the Congress Party's Punjab unit president and Lok Sabha member from Ludhiana is making color and caste-based comments towards the country's late Home Minister and Dalit leader Buta Singh. He said that the Commission, taking suo moto n...