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Dec262025 by Harvinder SinghNo Comments

ਰਾਖੀਗੜ੍ਹੀ ਨੂੰ ਵਿਸ਼ਵ ਪੱਧਰ ‘ਤੇ ਮਾਨਤਾ ਦੇਣ ਲਈ ਕੇਂਦਰੀ ਬਜਟ ਵਿੱਚ 500 ਕਰੋੜ ਰੁਪਏ ਦਾ ਪ੍ਰਬੰਧ ਕੀਤਾ ਗਿਆ ਹੈ – ਮੁੱਖ ਮੰਤਰੀ ਨਾਇਬ ਸਿੰਘ ਸੈਣੀ

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ਚੰਡੀਗੜ੍ਹ, 26 ਦਸੰਬਰ – ਹਰਿਆਣਾ ਦੇ ਮੁੱਖ ਮੰਤਰੀ ਸ੍ਰੀ ਨਾਇਬ ਸਿੰਘ ਸੈਣੀ ਨੇ ਕਿਹਾ ਕਿ ਕੇਂਦਰ ਸਰਕਾਰ ਨੇ ਭਾਰਤ ਦੀ ਸਭ ਤੋਂ ਪੁਰਾਣੀ ਅਤੇ ਸਭ ਤੋਂ ਸ਼ਾਨਦਾਰ ਸੱਭਿਅਤਾ ਦੀ ਗਵਾਹ ਰਾਖੀਗੜ੍ਹੀ ਨੂੰ ਇੱਕ ਵੱਕਾਰੀ ਵਿਸ਼ਵ ਪੱਧਰੀ ਸਥਾਨ ਵਜੋਂ ਵਿਕਸਤ ਕਰਨ ਲਈ ਕੇਂਦਰੀ ਬਜਟ ਵਿੱਚ 500 ਕਰੋੜ ਰੁਪਏ ਅਲਾਟ ਕੀਤੇ ਹਨ। ਰਾਜ ਸਰਕਾਰ ਰਾਖੀਗੜ੍ਹੀ ਦੇ ਇਤਿਹਾਸਕ, ਸੱਭਿਆਚਾਰਕ ਅਤੇ ਸੈਰ-ਸਪਾਟੇ ਦੀ ਮਹੱਤਤਾ ਨੂੰ ਮਾਨਤਾ ਦਿੰਦੇ ਹੋਏ, ਇਸਨੂੰ ਰਾਸ਼ਟਰੀ ਅਤੇ ਅੰਤਰਰਾਸ਼ਟਰੀ ਸੈਰ-ਸਪਾਟਾ ਨਕਸ਼ੇ 'ਤੇ ਇੱਕ ਪ੍ਰਮੁੱਖ ਸਥਾਨ 'ਤੇ ਉੱਚਾ ਚੁੱਕਣ ਲਈ ਲਗਾਤਾਰ ਠੋਸ ਕਦਮ ਚੁੱਕ ਰਹੀ ਹੈ। ਮੁੱਖ ਮੰਤਰੀ ਅੱਜ ਭਾਰਤ ਦੀ ਸਭ ਤੋਂ ਪੁਰਾਣੀ ਸੱਭਿਅਤਾ ਦੀ ਪਵਿੱਤਰ ਧਰਤੀ ਰਾਖੀਗੜ੍ਹੀ ਵਿਖੇ ਆਯੋਜਿਤ ਦੂਜੇ ਰਾਜ ਪੱਧਰੀ ਰਾਖੀਗੜ੍ਹੀ ਉਤਸਵ ਦੇ ਮੌਕੇ 'ਤੇ ਇਕੱਠ ਨੂੰ ਸੰਬੋਧਨ ਕਰ ਰਹੇ ਸਨ। ਇਸ ਮੌਕੇ 'ਤੇ ਮੁੱਖ ਮੰਤਰੀ ਨੇ ਹੜੱਪਾ ਗਿਆਨ ਕੇਂਦਰ ਦਾ ਵੀ ਉਦਘਾਟਨ ਕੀਤਾ। ਇਸ ਉਤਸਵ ਵਿੱਚ ਇੱਕ ਸ਼ਿਲਪ ਮੇਲਾ, ਵਿਰਾਸਤੀ ਦੌੜ, ਵਰਕਸ਼ਾਪਾਂ, ਪ੍ਰਦਰਸ਼ਨੀਆਂ, ਸੱਭਿਆਚਾਰਕ ਪ੍ਰੋਗਰਾਮ, ਪੇਂਡੂ ਖੇਡਾਂ, ਕੁਇਜ਼, ਰੰਗੋਲੀ ਮੁਕਾਬਲੇ ਅਤੇ ਫੋਟੋਗ੍ਰਾਫੀ...

May252025 by nirmalNo Comments

Operation Sindoor: Public Thanks Civil, Police and Military Authorities at Faridkot

Punjab News

Faridkot: During Operation Sindoor launched by India against Pakistan, while people in all areas of Punjab faced many difficulties and an atmosphere of fear prevailed among the people, the people of Faridkot area did not face as many problems. Apart from the district and police administration of Faridkot, the military autiorities of Faridkot also fulfilled their complete responsibility for the protection of the people, which allowed the people of this area to sleep peacefully. The general public of Faridkot also thanked the administration, police and military authorities for keeping there district safe during this crisis. The people of the area say that they always stand with the army in difficult times.Social worker Mehakdeep Singh from village Machaki Kalan of this district explained tha...

Mar52025 by nirmalNo Comments

Prime Minister’s Special Address at UGC’s ‘Investing in People’ Webinar

Punjab News

Faridkot, March 5 : BFUHS Participates in University Grants Commission’s Webinar on "Investing in People". Today, the University Grants Commission (UGC), Government of India, organized a webinar themed "Investing in People" as part of the Post-Budget Consultation series following the Budget announcements of 2025. Baba Farid University of Health Sciences (BFUHS), Faridkot, actively participated in the event, with faculty and students from all its constituent colleges joining the webinar. The heads of departments of BFUHS attended the session from the office of Vice Chancellor Prof. (Dr.) Rajeev Sood.The webinar, led by the Department of Higher Education in collaboration with the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, focused on "Theme 4: Investing in People," encompassing 12 ke...

Mar42025 by nirmalNo Comments

Punjab Government Signs Historic MoU with IIT Ropar

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Chandigarh, March 4 : Under the leadership of Punjab Chief Minister Sardar Bhagwant Singh Mann, the Punjab Government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Ropar in the presence of Mining and Geology Minister Barinder Kumar Goyal. This MoU aims to establish a Centre of Excellence for Mining and Geology in Punjab. Disclosing this in a press communique Mr. Barinder Kumar Goyal, Mining and Geology Minister said that this Centre of Excellence will play a crucial role in strengthening the scientific assessment and monitoring of mining activities in the state. He said that by utilizing advanced technologies like SONAR and LiDAR, the center will assist in accurately determining the quantity of minor minerals and conducting pre- and post-minin...

Mar42025 by nirmalNo Comments

14 OAT Centers Running Successfully in District: DC

Punjab News

Faridkot, March 4 : Punjab Government, under Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann's leadership, is taking large-scale action to combat drugs and anti-social elements. Commissioner Faridkot Division, Mr. Manjit Singh Brar, and Deputy Commissioner, Madam Poonamdeep Kaur, visited the Drug De-addiction Centre/OAT Clinic at Civil Hospital Faridkot. Commissioner Mr. Manjit Singh Brar emphasized the government's commitment to eradicating drugs and rehabilitating victims. He stressed the need for societal cooperation to treat and mainstream drug victims successfully ¹.Deputy Commissioner Poonamdeep Kaur, appealed to drug addicts to seek treatment at de-addiction centers/OAT clinics, which provide free treatment under specialist doctors' supervision while maintaining patient confidentiality.Civil Surgeon D...

Nov172024 by nirmalNo Comments

First time in UK Parl – Sikh MP’s portrait installed alongside British Kings, Queens’ portraits

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Chandigarh, November 17,– The portrait of Lord Dr. Indarjit Singh, the first turbaned Sikh parliamentarian in the UK and Europe, has been installed in the Bishop’s Corridor of the House of Lords in the British Parliament at Westminster, London for his immense contribution to the house and public services to the nation. This marks the first time a Sikh’s portrait has been displayed in the British Parliament.The unveiling ceremony of Lord Indarjit Singh’s portrait was attended by British Sikh MPs Tanmanjeet Singh Dhesi, Lord Kuldeep Singh Sahota, Jas Athwal, Kirith Entwistle, MP Richard Bacon, Bhagat Singh Shankar, and Lady Singh Dr Kanwaljit Kaur OBE, with her family and friends.Lauding Lord Singh’s significant contribution both in the UK upper house and for many years in the broadcasting s...

Nov22024 by nirmalNo Comments

Lady Singh Kanwaljit Kaur re-elected as president of Global Sikh Council

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Chandigarh, November 2, The Global Sikh Council (GSC), a global confederation of 31 national-level Sikh organizations, held its 11th Annual General Meeting (AGM) in London, UK. During the election proceedings, Lady Singh Kanwaljit Kaur was unanimously re-elected to serve a two-year term as president, highlighting her continued commitment and leadership within the organization.Dr. Karminder Singh Dhillon of Indonesia was nominated as presiding officer to conduct the election process. In the meeting Harjeet Singh Grewal elected as secretary and Harsaran Singh as treasurer. Additionally, Paramjit Singh Bedi from USA and Ram Singh Rathore from India were elected as deputy presidents.The GSC also chosen its executive committee, appointing prominent leaders from diverse regions: Jagir Singh from...

Oct262024 by nirmalNo Comments

Amritsar-Kolkata Corridor project: VB arrests Sri Muktsar Sahib ADC (D) Surinder Dhillon in land compensation scam

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Chandigarh, October 26: Amidst its ongoing drive against corruption in the state, the Punjab Vigilance Bureau (VB) arrested Surinder Dhillon, the Additional Deputy Commissioner (Development) of Sri Muktsar Sahib, on Saturday. He is accused of embezzling funds from grants released for compensation related to land acquired for the Amritsar-Kolkata Corridor Project in Patiala district. Disclosing this here today, an official spokesperson of the Punjab Vigilance Bureau (VB) stated that Surinder Dhillon, who was posted as the District Development and Panchayat Officer (DDPO) at the time, was named in FIR No. 12, dated 26.05.2022. He faces charges under sections 406, 420, 409, 465, 467 and 120-B of IPC, as well as section 13(1)(A) read with section 13(2) of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1...

Oct252024 by nirmalNo Comments

Global Sikh Council calls for an end to govt involvement in running of two historic Takhats

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Chandigarh, October 25 – The Global Sikh Council (GSC), representing 31 national-level Sikh organizations worldwide, has unanimously passed a resolution to free two of the Sikh temporal seats, Takht Sri Patna Sahib in Bihar and Takht Sri Hazur Sahib in Maharashtra, from government control with the active participation of local Sikh sangat and Gurdwara committees.This resolution was passed during the annual general meeting of the GSC held at London under the chairmanship of Lady Singh Kanwaljit Kaur, OBE. Highlighting the shortcomings according to the ‘Sikh Maryada’, the GSC president pointed out that religious practices being followed at both the Takhats, violate fundamental Sikh tenets. Besides, the Sikhs appointed to the committees of both the Takhats and the board members, have very lit...

Oct222024 by nirmalNo Comments

The Punjab government has approved the prosecution of the case against the Dera chief

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Chandigarh, 22 October : The troubles for Dera Sacha Sauda, Sirsa chief Gurmeet Singh Ram Rahim have increased. The Punjab government has given approval to prosecute him in three cases related to sacrilege. He will now face trial in the Faridkot court. If needed in the future, he may also be interrogated. The government made this decision shortly after the Supreme Court lifted the Punjab and Haryana High Court's stay on hearing sacrilege-related cases, while hearing a petition filed by the Punjab government about four days ago. The court also issued a notice to the Dera chief seeking a response within four weeks. The sacrilege issue was also raised in the Punjab Assembly. Congress MLAs raised this matter, stating that the Dera chief's file had been lying in the CM's office for about two an...