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‘YUDH NASHIAN VIRUDH’: ON DAY 263, PUNJAB POLICE NABS 110 DRUG SMUGGLERS WITH 1.8KG HEROIN

‘YUDH NASHIAN VIRUDH’: ON DAY 263, PUNJAB POLICE NABS 110 DRUG SMUGGLERS WITH 1.8KG HEROIN

Breaking News
CHANDIGARH, November 19:-           Continuing the war against drugs “Yudh Nashian Virudh” waged by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann to eradicate drug menace from state consecutively for the 263rd day, Punjab Police conducted raids at 298 locations on Wednesday leading to the arrest of 110 drug smugglers after registration of 92 first information reports (FIRs) across the state. With this, the number of total drug smugglers arrested has reached to 37,392 in 263 days.           The raids have resulted in recovery of 1.8 kg heroin, 1928 intoxicant pills and Rs 7650 drug money from the possession of arrested drug smugglers.           Notably, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann has asked the Commissioners ...
CM BHAGWANT MANN, ARVIND KEJRIWAL AND J&K CM OMAR ABDULLAH JOIN SANGAT IN NAGAR KIRTAN FROM SRINAGAR

CM BHAGWANT MANN, ARVIND KEJRIWAL AND J&K CM OMAR ABDULLAH JOIN SANGAT IN NAGAR KIRTAN FROM SRINAGAR

Punjab News
Srinagar (Jammu & Kashmir), November 19:- Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann and National Convener of AAP Arvind Kejriwal along with Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah participated in the Nagar Kirtan as a part of the commemorative events to mark 350th martyrdom of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur ji.  The nagar Kirtan which started from Gurdwara Chhevin Patshahi here today will reach Gurdwara Shri Sis Ganj Sahib, Sri Anandpur Sahib on November 22 after halting at Jammu (November 19), Pathankot (November 20) and Hoshiarpur (November 21). The magnificent nagar kirtan comprising a huge cavalcade of vehicles including that for Public Announcement, gatka, perfume, shahadat-e-loh, Palki sahib, panj pyaare, panj nischaanchi, nagada, raagi and sound, digital museum, langa...
KEY MEMBER AMONG THREE LINKED TO JAGGA FUKIWAL EXTORTION GANG HELD IN KAPURTHALA; NINE PISTOLS RECOVERED

KEY MEMBER AMONG THREE LINKED TO JAGGA FUKIWAL EXTORTION GANG HELD IN KAPURTHALA; NINE PISTOLS RECOVERED

Health
CHANDIGARH/KAPURTHALA, November 19:-          In a decisive action against illegal weapon networks amidst the ongoing drive to make Punjab a safe and secure state as per directions of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, Kapurthala Police has arrested three members of the Jagga Fukiwal extortion gang and recovered nine country-made pistols along with live cartridges from their possession, said Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab Gaurav Yadav here on Wednesday.           Those arrested have been identified as Amandeep alias Aman, a resident of Tashpur in Sultanpur Lodhi, Harjit Singh alias Jeeta, a resident of Khanpur Dhadha in Nakodar, Jalandhar and Lovepreet alias Baba, a resident of Mohalla Baghichi in Jamsher, Jalandhar.   ...
Punjab Government’s Major Initiative for Working Women — Dr. Baljit Kaur

Punjab Government’s Major Initiative for Working Women — Dr. Baljit Kaur

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Chandigarh, November 19:- Social Security, Women and Child Development Minister Dr. Baljit Kaur said that under the leadership of Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Singh Mann, the Punjab Government is consistently striving for the welfare and empowerment of women across the state. She said that significant measures are being taken to provide safe and convenient accommodation facilities for working women. Sharing this information, Dr. Baljit Kaur stated that the Punjab Government is constructing five Working Women Hostels at a total cost of ₹150 crore. These hostels will be established in Mohali, Amritsar, and Jalandhar. She informed that three hostels will be constructed in Mohali, while Amritsar and Jalandhar will have one hostel each. Dr. Baljit Kaur said that this project marks a maj...
Industry Minister Announces Exhibition Centres, Power Roadmap as SUJAN Commits to Invest ₹150 Crore in Amritsar at CII Norther Region Meet

Industry Minister Announces Exhibition Centres, Power Roadmap as SUJAN Commits to Invest ₹150 Crore in Amritsar at CII Norther Region Meet

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Chandigarh 18 November 2025:- At the Regional Council Meeting of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) Northern Region held in Amritsar, the Government of Punjab presented its forward-looking industrial reform agenda, sector-specific policy initiatives, and major infrastructure plans aimed at accelerating the state’s investment momentum. Welcoming the Cabinet Minister Sanjeev Arora, Mrs Anjali Singh, Chairperson, CII Northern Region, said Punjab is fast emerging as a preferred destination for high-quality investments. She highlighted SUJAN’s ₹150 crore investment in Punjab’s hospitality sector, beginning with Amritsar, as a strong endorsement of the state’s improving investment climate. “This major commitment strengthens Punjab’s premium tourism landscape and signals ...
I AM CUSTODIAN OF INTERESTS OF PUNJAB AND PUNJABIS, WON’T ALLOW ANY INJUSTICE TO HARM THEM: CM

I AM CUSTODIAN OF INTERESTS OF PUNJAB AND PUNJABIS, WON’T ALLOW ANY INJUSTICE TO HARM THEM: CM

Health
 New Delhi, November 18:-Reiterating the firm commitment of the state government to safeguard the interests of Punjab and Punjabis, the Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Tuesday said that as the custodian of the rights of the state and its people, he will not allow anyone to snatch them.  Interacting with the media persons here today, the Chief Minister said that during the meeting of Northern Zonal Council (NZC) held on Monday all the member states had put forth their views. However, he said that ironically majority of the states including Haryana, Rajasthan and Himachal Pradesh were hell bent upon infringing the rights of the state. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that it is unfortunate that Haryana, Rajasthan and Himachal Pradesh are unnecessary mounting pressure on the state for snatch...
’YUDH NASHIAN VIRUDH’: PUNJAB POLICE RAIDS AT 391 DRUG HOTSPOTS IN STATEWIDE CASO; 79 HELD WITH 4.3KG HEROIN, ₹3.16L DRUG MONEY

’YUDH NASHIAN VIRUDH’: PUNJAB POLICE RAIDS AT 391 DRUG HOTSPOTS IN STATEWIDE CASO; 79 HELD WITH 4.3KG HEROIN, ₹3.16L DRUG MONEY

Punjab News
CHANDIGARH, November 18:           In a relentless pursuit to eradicate the drug menace from Punjab as per the directions of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, Punjab Police on Tuesday conducted a statewide Cordon and Search Operation (CASO) at identified drug Hotspots— the points of sale of drugs and psychotropic substances— across the state as part of the Yudh Nashian Virudh, marking the 262nd day of the intensified anti-drug campaign.           The CASO was conducted simultaneously in all 28 Police districts of the state on the directions of Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab Gaurav Yadav.           During the daylong operation, police tea...
350TH MARTYRDOM ANNIVERSARY: SRI ANANDPUR SAHIB DIVIDED INTO 25 SECTORS TO ENSURE SMOOTH AND SECURE PASSAGE TO DEVOTEES

350TH MARTYRDOM ANNIVERSARY: SRI ANANDPUR SAHIB DIVIDED INTO 25 SECTORS TO ENSURE SMOOTH AND SECURE PASSAGE TO DEVOTEES

Health
CHANDIGARH/SRI ANANDPUR SAHIB, November 18:-           In order to ensure smooth and secure arrangements for the upcoming grand event to commemorate the 350th Martyrdom Anniversary of the Ninth Sikh Guru Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji, Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab Gaurav Yadav on Tuesday visited Sri Anandpur Sahib and reviewed the comprehensive security, facilitation, and traffic management arrangements.           “I briefed all supervisory officers, reiterating the need to uphold the highest standards of professionalism, commitment, empathy, and devotion,” said the DGP, while addressing the media. He was accompanied by Special DGP Law and Order Arpit Shukla and Special DGP Intelligence Praveen Sinha.      &...
No NOC needed for new power connections, Says Cabinet Minister Sanjeev Arora

No NOC needed for new power connections, Says Cabinet Minister Sanjeev Arora

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Chandigarh, 18 November 2025:- Punjab Power Minister Sanjeev Arora announced a significant pro-people decision of the Punjab Government, stating that the Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL) will now release electricity connections without NOC after applicants furnish a mandatory undertaking. The move, he said, reflects Hon'ble National Convenor Sh. Arvind Kejriwal and Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann’s commitment to providing basic amenities to citizens without delay, while ensuring adherence to legal processes. Arora said that earlier, applicants were required to submit approvals such as NOC, Regularisation Certificate or Sanctioned Building Plan issued by local authorities like MCs, GMADA, GLADA, JDA, ADA, PDA or BDA before obtaining a power connection. “However, ...
Inauguration of Newly Constructed Court Room of Punjab State Scheduled Castes Commission

Inauguration of Newly Constructed Court Room of Punjab State Scheduled Castes Commission

Punjab News
Chandigarh, November 18:- The newly constructed Court Room of the Punjab State Scheduled Castes Commission was formally inaugurated today by Commission Chairman S. Jasvir Singh Garhi and Principal Secretary, Department of Social Justice, Empowerment & Minorities, Shri V.K. Meena, IAS. This marks a significant step towards strengthening the justice delivery mechanism and safeguarding the rights of the Scheduled Caste community. A key highlight of the initiative is that this newly built Court Room is the first of its kind in the entire country under any State Scheduled Castes Commission. This historic milestone enhances access to justice and sets a progressive precedent for other states to follow. Speaking on the occasion, Chairman S. Jasvir Singh Garhi said that the new Co...