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Chandigarh, April 22: Under the leadership of Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Singh Mann, the Punjab Government has launched the country’s largest anti-drug campaign “War Against Drugs” to make the state drug-free. To make this initiative successful and to reduce the demand for narcotic substances, the state government will release approximately Rs. 10 crore. Punjab Minister for Social Security, Women and Child Development, Dr. Baljit Kaur, held a meeting at Punjab Bhawan today with senior officers from the Departments of Sports and Youth Services, Home Affairs and Justice, Special Director General of Police, Anti-Narcotics Task Force, Health and Family Welfare, Employment Generation, Skill Development and Training, Information and Public Relations, School Education, Higher Education and ...

Chandigarh April 22, 2025 - The Punjab Vigilance Bureau (VB) during its ongoing campaign against corruption in the state has apprehended  Nirmal Singh, Naib Tehsildar Sangat Mandi, in Bathinda, and Gurtej Singh, Patwari, posted at revenue halqua Kotguruke, red handed while accepting a bribe of Rs 5000. Disclosing this here today an official spokesperson of the state VB said the aforementioned accused have been arrested based on a complaint lodged by a complainant from Sangat town in Bathinda. He further informed that the complainant has approached the VB and alleged that the above said accused had demanded a bribe of Rs 10000 for getting Girdwari (Mutation) done of his plot but the deal has been struck at Rs 8000. The spokesperson informed that after a preliminary verif...

Chandigarh, April 21:           The Aam Aadmi Party government led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann is committed to providing transparent and better services to the people of the state. In the wake of ongoing reforms in the Revenue Department, 56 Tehsildars and 166 Naib Tehsildars have been transferred today.           In a press statement issued here today, Revenue and Rehabilitation Minister Hardeep Singh Mundian said that the government has adopted a zero-tolerance policy against corruption. He also said that harassment of people in government offices will not be tolerated. He added that complaints were being received in the offices related to the Revenue Department.    ...

CHANDIGARH, April 21:           With the war against drugs “Yudh Nashian Virudh” waged on the directions of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann to eradicate drug menace from state entered 52nd day, Punjab Police on Monday arrested 72 drug smugglers and recovered 1.9 kg heroin, 112 kg poppy husk and Rs 7000 drug money from their possession. With this, the number of total drug smugglers arrested has reached to 6920 in just 52 days.           The operation was conducted on the directions of Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab Gaurav Yadav simultaneously in all 28 Police districts of the state.           Notably, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann has asked the...

Jalandhar, April 20: Deputy Commissioner Dr. Himanshu Aggarwal stated that so far, a total of 79,966 metric tons of wheat has arrived in various grain markets (mandis) across the district, out of which 76,842 metric tons have been procured by various purchasing agencies. He added that payments amounting to Rs. 132 crore for the procured wheat have also been ensured. Dr. Aggarwal further informed that this season, it is expected that approximately 5.25 lakh metric tons of wheat will arrive at 79 grain markets across the district. In view of the bumper crop, arrangements have also been made for 23 temporary yards. The Deputy Commissioner instructed officials to ensure smooth procurement, timely lifting, and prompt payment for the successful conclusion of the wheat procurement season...

Chandigarh, April 20 : In a remarkable display of resilience and efficiency, Guru Gobind Singh Super Thermal Plant (GGSSTP), Ropar—one of Punjab’s oldest power generating stations has achieved a significant performance milestone. Despite being over 36 years old, the plant’s units have demonstrated exceptional improvement in operational efficiency, reliability, and output during the Financial Year 2024-25. Giving this information in a statement here today, Power Minister Harbhajan Singh ETO informed that GGSSTP’s performance in FY 2024-25 has been its best in the last decade. He said key indicators such as Gross Generation, Plant Load Factor (PLF), Heat Rate, and Thermal Efficiency have shown remarkable growth. The minister added that the optimum performance has been achieved with the...

Chandigarh, April 20: Aiming to bring the stubble burning to zero in the state, Punjab Government has formulated an action plan worth Rs 500 crore to provide farmers with latest CRM machinery on subsidy and implement other strategies to manage the paddy straw efficiently. Disclosing this here today, Punjab Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister S. Gurmeet Singh Khudian said that the Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Department has invited online applications from the state farmers to avail subsidies on the procurement of Crop Residue Management (CRM) machines. The  applications can be submitted through online portal agrimachinerypb.com from April 22 to May 12, 2025. Encouraging the farmers to take advantage of the scheme, S. Gurmeet Singh Khudian said that the Chief...

CHANDIGARH, April 19:           With the war against drugs “Yudh Nashian Virudh” waged on the directions of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann to eradicate drug menace from state entered 50th day, Punjab Police on Saturday arrested 131 drug smugglers and recovered 1.7 kg heroin, 3.5 kg opium from their possession. With this, the number of total drug smugglers arrested has reached to 6737 in just 50 days.           The operation was conducted on the directions of Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab Gaurav Yadav simultaneously in all 28 Police districts of the state.           Notably, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann has asked the Commissioners of Police,...

Chandigarh, April 19: Punjab Power Minister Harbhajan Singh ETO today said that Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL) is making exceptional strides in enhancing consumer services, boosting revenue and implementing comprehensive operational reforms. In a statement released here, the Power Minister underlined that PSPCL's Commercial Department has achieved numerous significant milestones during the previous financial year through December 31, 2024, implementing strategic initiatives designed to elevate consumer experience and streamline operational processes. Regarding the One Time Settlement (OTS) Scheme, the Minister said that PSPCL launched this initiative on September 23, 2024, applicable to all categories of defaulting consumers except Agricultural Pump-set and Governm...

Chandigarh, April 19: To restore Nangal's lost grandeur and improve the life of residents of the town, Punjab Education Minister and MLA from Sri Anandpur Sahib S. Harjot Singh Bains on Saturday called on Union Power Minister Sh. Manohar Lal Khattar at Chandigarh and demanded revitalisation of Nangal, a city built around the iconic Bhakra Nangal Dam. While seeking personal intervention of the Union Minister to transform Nangal into a model city and a world-class tourist destination, S. Harjot Bains proposed projects including a comprehensive township redevelopment, the development of a Nangal Lake Riverfront, a scenic railway line as a tourist attraction, and the completion of the Bhakra Nangal Dam Museum.  Emphasising on the Nangal's historical significance, S. Harjot S...