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Oct102025 by editorNo Comments

Civil and Police officials jointly take stern action against a notorious drug trafficker

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_*Jalandhar, October 10:*_ Under the Punjab Government’s flagship anti-drug initiative “Yudh Nashian Virudh”, the Municipal Corporation Jalandhar in coordination with the Jalandhar Commissionerate Police, carried out a decisive action today by demolishing an illegal construction linked to a notorious drug trafficker in the Indira Colony area. Commissioner of Police, Smt. Dhanpreet Kaur informed that the illegal structure belonging to *Mukesh Ram @ Dhoni, son of Mishra Ram, resident of Street No. 7, Indira Colony, Jalandhar* — an infamous drug trafficker — was demolished today. The accused, Mukesh Ram @ Dhoni, has 9 FIRs registered against him under the NDPS Act and Excise Act at Police Stations Division No. 1 and Division No. 2, Jalandhar. Of these, he was also convicted in three cas...

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Sutlej Water To Quench Nangal’s Thirst: Harjot Bains Announces ₹16-CR Piped Water Project

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Chandigarh/ Nangal, October 10: In a groundbreaking move to persistent drinking water woes of Nangal residents, Punjab Education Minister S. Harjot Singh Bains has announced a Rs 16 crore piped water project to supply clean drinking water from the Sutlej River to every household in the town, slated for completion within 18 months. Divulging the details about the ambitious project, S. Bains informed that the project, for which tenders have been floated, will see the establishment of two new Water Treatment Plants and the augmentation of the capacity of existing plants of 4MLD. This infrastructure upgrade is designed to end the decades-long struggle of Nangal residents who have faced both water scarcity and severe contamination of groundwater. S. Harjot Singh Bains stated, “I'm deli...

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WORLD MENTAL HEALTH DAY: DR BALBIR SINGH UNVEILS PUNJAB STATE MENTAL HEALTH POLICY

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CHANDIGARH, October 10: In a landmark move to enhance the psychological wellbeing of its citizens as desired by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, Health and Family Welfare Minister Dr Balbir Singh on Friday unveiled the pioneering “Punjab State Mental Health Policy” to mark the World Mental Health Day. This transformative initiative aimed at promoting mental well-being and ensure access to quality mental health care for all in Punjab. “On World Mental Health Day, Punjab is taking a historic step toward ensuring that mental well-being truly becomes everyone’s right,” said Dr Balbir Singh, while adding that the Punjab State Mental Health Policy, together with the Mukh Mantri ...

Oct92025 by editorNo Comments

350TH MARTYRDOM DAY OF SRI GURU TEGH BAHADUR JI: HARJOT BAINS ORDERS ROADS UPGRADATION FOR SMOOTH TRAVEL TO SRI ANANDPUR SAHIB

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Chandigarh, October 9: Punjab Education Minister S. Harjot Singh Bains today directed the Public Works Department (PWD) and other concerned authorities to ensure that all roads leading to Sri Anandpur Sahib are repaired and made fully functional by mid-November, to facilitate the smooth and safe travel of lakhs of devotees expected to gather for the upcoming 350th Martyrdom Day of Ninth Guru, Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib Ji. Chairing a high-level meeting with Ropar district authorities and officials of various departments here at the Punjab Civil Secretariat to review the preparations for the historic occasion, S. Bains gave strict instructions for the timely completion of all basic amenities, with a special emphasis on road infrastructure. The Education Minister stressed that prov...

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‘YUDH NASHIAN VIRUDH’: ON DAY 222, PUNJAB POLICE NABS 77 DRUG SMUGGLERS WITH 17.7KG HEROIN, ₹15L DRUG MONEY

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CHANDIGARH, October 9: Continuing the war against drugs “Yudh Nashian Virudh” waged by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann to eradicate drug menace from state consecutively for the 222nd day, Punjab Police conducted raids at 290 locations on Thursday leading to the arrest of 77 drug smugglers after registration of 59 first information reports (FIRs) across the state. With this, the number of total drug smugglers arrested has reached to 32,432 in 222 days. The raids have resulted in recovery of 17.7 kg heroin, 501 grams opium, 26,983 intoxicant tablets/capsules and Rs 15.09 lakhs drug money from the possession of arrested drug smugglers. &...

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TWO LINKED WITH PAK-ISI BACKED BKI TERROR MODULE HELD WITH 2.5KG RDX-BASED IED

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CHANDIGARH/JALANDHAR, October 9: In a major breakthrough against Pakistan’s ISI-backed terror network amidst the ongoing drive to make Punjab a safe and secure state as per directions of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, Counter Intelligence (CI) Jalandhar has busted a Babbar Khalsa International (BKI) terror module with the arrest of its two operatives and recovered RDX-based improvised explosive device (IED)— weighing nearly 2.5kg— and one remote control from their possession, said Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab Gaurav Yadav here on Thursday. The module was being operated by UK-based handlers Nishan Jaurian and Adesh Jamarai, on the directions of BKI mastermind Harwinder Singh alias Rinda. Those arrested have been identified as Gurjinder Singh alias Rinku, a res...

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‘Roshan Punjab’ project launched to make Punjab the country’s first power cut–free state

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Chandigarh, October 8: Unleashing major power sector reforms, the Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann and National Convener of AAP Arvind Kejriwal on Wednesday launched the Roshan Punjab campaign worth more than Rs 5000 crore to make Punjab ‘first power cuts’ free state of the country. Addressing the gathering after launching the Roshan Punjab campaign, Arvind Kejriwal said that Punjab has witnessed unprecedented floods due to which a lot of devastation took place but the brave and wise people of the state have combated it strongly. Talking about Roshan Punjab, he said that none of the government at the centre or state had ever dreamt about this ambitious project but the Punjab government has taken this historic initiative. Arvind Kejriwal said that industry sector is getting f...

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Punjab Launches Its Largest-Ever Industrial Infrastructure Blitz, Paving the Way for an Economic Surge

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CHANDIGARH, 8 OCTOBER , 2025: In a powerful move to fuel Punjab's industrial growth, the state government has unleashed a massive, multi-crore infrastructure mission. This ambitious plan is set to completely transform the state's industrial areas, making them magnets for new investment and powerhouses for local businesses. Announcing the sweeping reforms, Shri Sanjeev Arora, Minister for Industries & Commerce, expressed his enthusiasm, "The industrial revival of Punjab is here. We heard our industry leaders loud and clear, and under the direct guidance of Shri Arvind Kejriwal and the steadfast support of Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Mann, we are acting decisively. We are building a foundation where our industries can thrive without the constant hurdles of poor infrastructure....

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Speaker extends greetings to the people of Punjab on the occasion of Prakash Purb of Sri Guru Ramdas Ji

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Chandigarh, 8 October 2025: Punjab Vidhan Sabha Speaker S. Kultar Singh Sandhwan extended greetings to the people of state on the auspicious occasion of Prakash Purb of Sri Guru Ramdas Ji. He said Sri Guru Ramdas Ji was the founder of holy city Amritsar Sahib. His selfless service towards humanity will always inspire us. We should follow the path of spirituality and righteousness as shown by Him.

Oct72025 by nirmalNo Comments

Col Amanpreet Singh Gill also shine at the World Championship

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Chandigarh, October 7: Col Amanpreet Singh Gill, who has achieved great accomplishments in the Indian Army, has not only worked tirelessly for the defense of the nation while serving in the Indian Army, but is also making a name for himself at the national level in the field of sports. While he continuously participates in various sporting activities himself, he also works day and night in organizing various sports competitions.Col Amanpreet Singh Gill, a native son of Punjab's soil, has now been honored with a certificate of appreciation by the Paralympic Committee of India. Colonel Amanpreet Gill demonstrated excellent performance at the World Para Athletics Championship held at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi from November 27 to October 5. In the certificate of appreciation given ...