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Nov222025 by Harvinder SinghNo Comments

300 AI-ENABLED FACE RECOGNITION CCTV CAMERAS TO KEEP ROUND-THE-CLOCK VIGIL DURING 350TH MARTYRDOM ANNIVERSARY

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CHANDIGARH/SRI ANANDPUR SAHIB, November 22:- A formidable network of 300 high-resolution, AI-enabled face recognition CCTV cameras will keep a constant vigil over Sri Anandpur Sahib to ensure flawless security for the lakhs of devotees arriving for the 350th Martyrdom Anniversary of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji, informed Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Rupnagar Gulneet Singh Khurana here on Saturday. Detailing the robust, technology-driven security blueprint for the grand event from Sunday to Tuesday, SSP Gulneet Khurana stated that a state-of-the-art command centre has been established to act as the nerve centre for all security operations. "This high-tech contro...

Nov222025 by Harvinder SinghNo Comments

Sri Anandpur Sahib sky resonates with ‘Bole so Nihal, Sat Sri Akal’ as Nagar Kirtans converge on holy city

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Chandigarh/Sri Anandpur Sahib, November 22:- The sky resonated with the slogans of 'Bole So Nihal, Sat Sri Akal' as the sacred city of Sri Anandpur Sahib was completely daubed in religious fervour with the convergence of 'Nagar Kirtans' from Srinagar, Faridkot, Talwandi Sabo and Gurdaspur as part of the 350th Martyrdom Anniversary of the Ninth Sikh Guru Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib Ji. The devotion of the 'Sangat' was all the more palpable as they marched along with the Nagar Kirtans from the abovesaid places reaching Sri Anandpur Sahib today evening. Showering rose petals in the path of the Nagar Kirtans, a multitude of Kirtans viz. IPR Minister, Punjab, Harjot Singh Bains, Cabinet Minister Tarunpreet Singh Sond and MP from Sri Anandpur Sahib Malwinder Singh Kang welcomed and wal...

Nov212025 by Harvinder SinghNo Comments

INVESTORS TO GET 173 SERVICES UNDER ONE ROOF AS CM LAUNCHES SECOND PHASE OF THE “FASTRACK PUNJAB PORTAL”

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Chandigarh, November 21: In a major step aimed at giving further fillip to the industrial sector for emerging Punjab as favorite investment destination, the Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Friday inaugurated the second phase of the “Fastrack Punjab Portal,” integrating 173 services under one roof to further streamline industrial facilitation in the state. Addressing the gathering, the Chief Minister said that the state’s industrial policy has entered a new era, as Punjab has started a genuine “Single Window with a Single Pen” system signifying transparency and efficiency in governance. He remarked that a pen holds greater power than a stick, as it empowers decision-making and constructive administration. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that the concept of deemed approval has also been...

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‘YUDH NASHIAN VIRUDH’: ON DAY 265, PUNJAB POLICE NABS 69 DRUG SMUGGLERS WITH 1KG HEROIN

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CHANDIGARH, November 21:- Continuing the war against drugs “Yudh Nashian Virudh” waged by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann to eradicate drug menace from state consecutively for the 265th day, Punjab Police conducted raids at 314 locations on Friday leading to the arrest of 69 drug smugglers after registration of 54 first information reports (FIRs) across the state. With this, the number of total drug smugglers arrested has reached to 37,470 in 265 days. The raids have resulted in recovery of 1.03 kg heroin and 765 intoxicant pills from the possession of arrested drug smugglers. Notably, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann has asked the Commissioners of Police, Deputy Commission...

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Punjab’s Women Empowerment Gains Momentum — Dr. Baljit Kaur Reviews SOSVA-led NGO Initiatives

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Chandigarh, November 21:- Punjab Social Security, Women Empowerment and Child Development Minister Dr. Baljit Kaur today attended the review meeting of NGOs promoted by the State Organisation for Social Service & Voluntary Action (SOSVA) as the Chief Guest at MGSIPA. The Minister appreciated SOSVA for effectively implementing women empowerment and reproductive child health projects across the State. She noted that SOSVA—designated as a Mother NGO by the Punjab Government—has been functioning actively since 2002 and has also been successfully executing initiatives such as Remedial Coaching for weak students, IDU projects in Chandigarh, and FSW and IDU projects in Phagwara. Dr. Baljit Kaur highlighted that women empowerment has emerged as SOSVA’s flagship programme, with training b...

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Vigilance Bureau nabs Patwari red-handed while accepting second installment of bribe Rs 25000/-

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Chandigarh, November 21, 2025 – In its ongoing crackdown on corruption, the Punjab Vigilance Bureau (VB) today arrested Patwari Sarabjit Singh posted at circle Golward village Bala Chak, district Tarn Taran. He was caught red-handed accepting a second installment of bribe Rs 25000/- from a complainant, who is a resident of district Amritsar. Disclosing this a spokesperson of VB said that the complainant wants to sell his land and for selling it, the complainant obtained the copy of the mutation (fard) of his land. Then, he came to know that this land is not registered in his name, but in the name of some other person. He further informed that the complainant met circle Patwari Sarabjit Singh to get this mutation corrected who demanded a bribe of Rs. 1 lakh in lieu of correct...

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AMAN ARORA INAUGURATES STATE-OF-THE-ART HOSTEL FOR NDA ASPIRANT GIRLS AT MAI BHAGO AFPI

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Chandigarh/SAS Nagar (Mohali), November 21:– In a major boost to empower the young women of Punjab by enabling them to join the Indian Armed Forces, Punjab Employment Generation, Skill Development and Training Minister Mr. Aman Arora, on Friday, inaugurated a dedicated accommodation block for the NDA Preparatory Wing at the Mai Bhago Armed Forces Preparatory Institute (AFPI) for Girls, SAS Nagar (Mohali). The facility has been named in honour of the legendary Sam Manekshaw, the first Field Marshal of the Indian Army, who was also born in Amritsar, Punjab. It exemplifies Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Singh Mann-led Punjab Government's dedication to empowering Punjab's youth, especially women, to serve the nation. Mr. Aman Arora said that this Rs. 2.46 crore state-of-the-art hostel is des...

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ON WORLD FISHERIES DAY, PUNJAB EYES BIGGER CATCH WITH SUSTAINABLE AQUACULTURE PUSH

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Chandigarh, November 21:– On the World Fisheries Day, celebrated globally on November 21, the Punjab Animal Husbandry, Dairy Development and Fisheries Minister S. Gurmeet Singh Khudian highlighted the state's remarkable progress in fisheries development, turning aquaculture into a sustainable production and economic powerhouse. Detailing the state's progress in aquaculture sector, S. Gurmeet Singh Khudian stated that Punjab's Fisheries sector has witnessed remarkable growth, with fish culture spread across 43,685 acres, yielding an impressive annual production of over two lakh metric tonnes. The state's innovative approach to shrimp farming has also paid off, with 1,034 acres of saline lands being utilised to produce around 2,759 metric tonnes of shrimp, showcasing its potenti...

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“AnandpurSahib350.com” A Digital Companion for Millions of Sangat at Sri Anandpur Sahib

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Chandigarh/ Sri Anandpur Sahib, November 21:–In a significant move to ensure a seamless and spiritually enriching experience for ‘Sangat’, Punjab Education and Information & Public Relations Minister S. Harjot Singh Bains today launched a comprehensive digital initiative “AnandpurSahib350.com” a dedicated mobile application and website to serve the millions of devotees converging at Sri Anandpur Sahib for the 350th Martyrdom Anniversary of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib Ji. S. Harjot Singh Bains informed that the state-of-the-art platforms are designed as a one-stop digital solution, providing real-time information and logistical support to ensure a safe, organised and spiritually fulfilling experience for all attendees. In the spirit of ‘Sarbat Da Bhala,’ Rupnagar District Adminis...

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24 Class-IV Employees Promoted as Clerks — Promotion Orders Hands Over by Minister Dr. Baljit Kaur

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Chandigarh, November 21:- Punjab’s Minister for Social Security, Women and Child Development, Dr. Baljit Kaur, stated that under the leadership of Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Singh Mann, the Punjab Government is not only taking significant steps for the welfare of people across the state but is equally committed to safeguarding the rights and career progression of its employees. In this spirit, 24 Class-IV employees of the Social Security, Women and Child Development Department have been promoted to the post of Clerk. Today at Punjab Bhawan, Cabinet Minister Dr. Baljit Kaur personally handed over the promotion orders to the newly promoted employees. These promotions also include four specially-abled employees, who have been elevated to the post of Clerk based on equal opportuni...