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Aug252025 by editorNo Comments

PAK-ISI BACKED BKI’S TERROR PLOT FOILED; FOUR HAND-GRENADES, 2KG RDX-BASED IED RECOVERED FROM BATALA

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CHANDIGARH/BATALA, August 25: 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, Batala Police has busted a Pak-ISI backed terror module with the recovery of four SPL HGR-84 hand grenades (also known as Arges HG-84) and one RDX-based improvised explosive device (IED)— weighing nearly 2kg packed in a black metallic box— concealed in bushes near the road leading towards Amritsar, said Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab Gaurav Yadav here on Monday. In addition, Police teams have also recovered a Baofeng dual-band FM transceiver set, a D-shaped headset commonly used with walkie-talk...

Aug242025 by editorNo Comments

YUDH NASHIAN VIRUDH: CITIZENS’ TIPS ON ‘SAFE PUNJAB’ ANTI-DRUG HELPLINE LEADS TO REGISTRATION OF 5562 FIRs SINCE MARCH 1

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CHANDIGARH, August 24: Amidst the ongoing anti-drugs campaign ‘Yudh Nashian Virudh’ launched on the directions of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, the information received from the people on Punjab’s ‘Safe Punjab’ WhatsApp Chatbot portal— 9779100200— has led to the registration of 5,562 first information reports (FIRs) since March 1, 2025. Notably, the ‘Safe Punjab’ anti-drug helpline 97791-00200 is a flagship initiative of the Punjab Government aimed at providing anonymous, accessible, and non-judgmental support to individuals grappling with drug-related issues. “Safe Punjab Chatbot has emerged as a game-changer as...

Aug242025 by editorNo Comments

Punjab Mandi Board Secretary Inspects Ongoing Development Works in Sangrur District

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Chandigarh/Sangrur, August 24 – As part of the Punjab Government’s commitment to ensuring quality and transparency in development projects, Punjab Mandi Board Secretary, Mr. Ramvir, conducted a review of ongoing development works in Sangrur district today. He was accompanied by Mr. Dalvir Singh Dhillon, Chairman of Punjab Small Industries and Export Corporation; Mr. Rajwant Singh Ghulli, Chairman of Market Committee, Dhuri; Mr. Gurinder Singh Cheema, Chief Engineer, Punjab Mandi Board; and other officials. During his visit, he inspected the construction of the new Sub-Divisional Hospital and Mother-Child Hospital in Dhuri, various link roads, and the ongoing work of grain market in village Satauj. Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann has advocated the use of Artifici...

Aug242025 by editorNo Comments

Punjab Department going high-tech; infrastructure of the jails will be strengthened with the installation of modern equipment in the current financial year

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Chandigarh, August 24: The Punjab Jail Department has initiated the process of purchasing ultra-modern security equipment for the jails of the state to further strengthen the security infrastructure. Giving this information, Punjab Jail Minister S. Laljit Singh Bhullar said that the Punjab Government led by Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Singh Mann has always been serious about the security of the jails of the state. He said that in the current financial year, in addition to the major security equipment, full body scanners, body worn cameras, flood lights, walkie talkie sets, boom barriers, CCTV cameras, sniffer dogs, X-ray based scanners, search lights, high mast poles, non-linear junction detectors, anti-riot kits, e-carts, wire mesh in high security zones, etc. are being purchased to ...

Aug242025 by editorNo Comments

Punjab Government taking special care of freedom fighters, provides Rs 11,000 monthly pension

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Chandigarh, August 24 The Punjab Government, under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, is committed to the welfare of freedom fighters and their families. To honour the brave heroes who made supreme sacrifices for India’s independence, the State Government is providing a monthly pension of Rs 11,000 to freedom fighters and their dependents. Freedom Fighters Minister Mr. Mohinder Bhagat said that earlier the pension was only Rs 9,400 per month, but the Mann Government increased it to Rs 11,000. This step has further enhanced the dignity and respect of these families. He affirmed that the Punjab Government stands shoulder to shoulder with freedom fighters and their dependents at all times. Mr. Bhagat stated that, in line with the vision of Chief Minister Bhagwant S...

Aug242025 by editorNo Comments

SBS NAGAR MURDER CASE: TWO SHOOTERS OF LUCKY PATIAL-DAVINDER BAMBIHA GANG HELD FROM MUMBAI

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CHANDIGARH/SBS NAGAR, August 24: In a major breakthrough against organised crime amidst the ongoing drive to make Punjab a safe and secure state as per directions of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, Counter Intelligence Jalandhar in a joint operation with SBS Nagar apprehended two shooters of Lucky Patial-Davinder Bambiha gang from Mumbai for their involvement in murder that took place in Pojewal in SBS Nagar last month, said Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab Gaurav Yadav here on Sunday. Those arrested have been identified as Karan Ganger (25), a resident of village Ror Majara in Hoshiarpur and Jaskarandeep Singh alias Kallu (23), a resident of village Ramgarh Jhungi...

Aug242025 by editorNo Comments

HERITAGE STREET TO COME UP IN SRI ANANDPUR SAHIB, ANNOUNCES BAINS

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Chandigarh, August 24: On the auspicious occasion of First Parkash Purb of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji, Punjab Education Minister S. Harjot Singh Bains, who represents the Sri Anandpur Sahib constituency, has announced a major project to develop a majestic Heritage Street, stretching from the main Gurudwara Sahib to Takht Sri Kesgarh Sahib, the holy place where 10th Sikh Guru Shri Guru Gobind Singh Ji established the Khalsa Panth. Extending warm greetings to the Sikh Sangat living across the globe on the auspicious occasion of 1st Parkash Purb of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji, S. Harjot Singh Bains said that the Heritage Street project aims to create a serene spiritual oasis by transforming the sacred route with exquisite marble work, meticulous landscaping and enchanting lighting to enhance...

Aug242025 by editorNo Comments

Punjab Government provides financial assistance of ₹4,000 per child for economically weaker and orphan children: Dr. Baljit Kaur

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Chandigarh, August 24: Under the leadership of Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Singh Mann, the Punjab Government is working tirelessly for the overall development of children across Punjab. At the same time, special priority is being given to the care and upbringing of children from economically weaker families and orphans. This was disclosed by Social Security, Women and Child Development Minister Dr. Baljit Kaur. Dr. Baljit Kaur informed that under the Sponsorship Scheme, the Punjab Government provides financial assistance of ₹4,000 per child per month to economically weaker, destitute and orphan children. This assistance is meant for wards belonging to families unable to provide proper care due to financial constraints, as well as for orphaned children living with their relatives. S...

Aug242025 by editorNo Comments

Punjab Intensifies Recovery of Excise Arrears inherited from previous SAD-BJP and Congress Governments: Harpal Singh Cheema”

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Chandigarh, August 24 In a determined push to reinforce fiscal discipline and maximize revenue realization, Punjab Finance, Planning, Excise and Taxation Minister Advocate Harpal Singh Cheema announced today that the Punjab Excise Commissionerate has intensified efforts to recover long-pending excise arrears inherited from previous SAD-BJP and Congress governments. The department has already recovered Rs. 1.85 crores in the current financial year 2025–26, and permission has been granted to sell 27 properties with a combined base value of Rs. 20.31 crores (at Collector Rate), marking a significant step toward financial accountability. Revealing this in a press communique issued here, Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema said that the auction process for these properties is now underwa...

Aug232025 by editorNo Comments

Dr. Baljit Kaur issues directions to all Department Heads; Exempts differently-abled employees from night duty

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Chandigarh, August 23: Taking a considerate step towards the welfare of differently-abled employees, the Punjab Government has decided to exempt them from night duties. Disclosing this, Social Security, Women and Child Development Minister, Dr. Baljit Kaur, said that clear instructions have been issued to all departmental heads not to assign night duty to visually impaired and physically challenged employees. Sharing further details, Dr. Baljit Kaur informed that during recent meetings with associations of differently-abled employees, it was strongly highlighted that night duty poses serious challenges for visually impaired and physically disabled staff, particularly in terms of safety and commuting. She said this decision has been taken keeping in view humanitarian concern and the o...