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TWO PAK-BACKED DRUG SUPPLY MODULES BUSTED IN AMRITSAR; TWO HELD WITH 2.8KG ICE

TWO PAK-BACKED DRUG SUPPLY MODULES BUSTED IN AMRITSAR; TWO HELD WITH 2.8KG ICE

Punjab News
CHANDIGARH/AMRITSAR, November 7:           In an intelligence-led operation amidst the ongoing drive to make Punjab a drug free state as per directions of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, Amritsar Commissionerate Police has busted two drug supply modules with links to Pakistan-based smugglers with the arrest of two key operatives and recovered a total of 2.815 kg Methamphetamine, commonly known as ICE, from their possession, said Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab Gaurav Yadav here on Friday.           Those arrested have been identified as Gursevak Singh alias Sevak, a resident of village Gharyala in Tarn Taran and Baljit Singh, a resident of Guru Nanakpura in Amritsar.   &...
We have given 58,962 government jobs to youth on merit now perform your duty honestly:CM

We have given 58,962 government jobs to youth on merit now perform your duty honestly:CM

Breaking News
*Amritsar, November 7: *- Continuing the campaign to provide employment to the youth, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann today handed over appointment letters to 2,105 young people recruited in the Punjab State Power Corporation. This brings the total number of government jobs given to youth so far to 58,962. At a ceremony organized at the auditorium of the Government Medical College, Amritsar, the Chief Minister said unemployment is the root of many social problems, and therefore, the state government is focused on eradicating it. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that within about three and a half years of taking office, nearly 58,962 government jobs have been provided to youth, which is a record in itself. He said that today 2,023 linemen, 48 internal auditors, and 35 revenue accountan...
PSEB CONNECTS STUDENTS WITH ENDURING LEGACY OF SRI GURU TEGH BAHADUR JI

PSEB CONNECTS STUDENTS WITH ENDURING LEGACY OF SRI GURU TEGH BAHADUR JI

Punjab News
Chandigarh, November 7:- With an aim to connect the  young students with Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib Ji’s enduring legacy, timeless teachings and unparalleled sacrifice, the Punjab School Education Board (PSEB) organised three-day seminar series commemorating the 350th Martyrdom Anniversary of the Ninth Guru Sahib. These seminars were held from 3rd to 7th November at sacred sites in Punjab closely associated with Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji’s final journey. Elaborating on the PSEB’s initiative, Punjab Education Minister S. Harjot Singh Bains informed that the seminar series were thoughtfully organised along the historic route where Bhai Jaita Ji (Baba Jiwan Singh Ji) carried the sacred Sis (Head) of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib Ji from Delhi to Sri Anandpur Sahib, creating a deeply impac...
‘YUDH NASHIAN VIRUDH’: ON DAY 251, PUNJAB POLICE NABS 78 DRUG SMUGGLERS WITH 2.8KG ICE, 388GMs HEROIN

‘YUDH NASHIAN VIRUDH’: ON DAY 251, PUNJAB POLICE NABS 78 DRUG SMUGGLERS WITH 2.8KG ICE, 388GMs HEROIN

Health
CHANDIGARH, November 7:-           Continuing the war against drugs “Yudh Nashian Virudh” waged by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann to eradicate drug menace from state consecutively for the 251st day, Punjab Police conducted raids at 244 locations on Friday leading to the arrest of 78 drug smugglers after registration of 70 first information reports (FIRs) across the state. With this, the number of total drug smugglers arrested has reached to 35,641 in 251 days.           The raids have resulted in recovery of 2.8 kg ICE, 388 grams heroin, 995 intoxicant pills and Rs 24,550 drug money from the possession of arrested drug smugglers.           Notably, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann has asked the C...
SRI GURU TEGH BAHADUR JI’S MARTYRDOM ANNIVERSARY: SRI ANANDPUR SAHIB ROADS GET ₹20-CR MAKEOVER

SRI GURU TEGH BAHADUR JI’S MARTYRDOM ANNIVERSARY: SRI ANANDPUR SAHIB ROADS GET ₹20-CR MAKEOVER

Breaking News
Chandigarh, November 7:- In a significant infrastructure push ahead of the historic 350th Martyrdom Anniversary of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib Ji, the Punjab Government has undertaken a comprehensive Rs 20 crore project to renovate all the internal and approach roads of Sri Anandpur Sahib, announced S. Harjot Singh Bains, Minister of Education and Information & Public Relations, Punjab. While reviewing the undergoing road works in Sri Anandpur Sahib today, S. Harjot Singh Bains, said that Virasat-e-Khalsa to Takht Sri Kesgarh Sahib, the Bus Stand to Bhagat Ravidas Chowk, Takht Sri Keshar Sahib to VIP road and other internal roads have been renovated and the remaining roads are being revitalised on the war footing in the holy city. He said that work on all the approach routes ...
Over 10 lakh farmers benefitted from Minimum Support Price so far

Over 10 lakh farmers benefitted from Minimum Support Price so far

Punjab News
Chandigarh, November 6:- Leaving no stone unturned to ensure a smooth paddy procurement season, the pro active approach of the Punjab Government led by the vision of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann has led to 10,11,149 Lakh farmers being benefitted from the Minimum Support Price (MSP) till November 5th. Under the guidance of the Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Minister Lal Chand Kataruchak, the procurement, lifting and payments are going on in full swing. The Patiala District so far leads the way with 95021 farmers deriving the benefit of MSP. As regarding the arrival, a total of 13869759.05 MT of paddy has reached the mandis throughout the State till November 5th evening. Out of this, 13597879.27 MT stands procured and the figure touches 98 percent. The total...
RAJA WARRING SEEKS EXEMPTION THROUGH HIS LAWYER FROM PERSONAL APPEARANCE IN LATE BUTA SINGH CASE TILL BYE-ELECTIONS

RAJA WARRING SEEKS EXEMPTION THROUGH HIS LAWYER FROM PERSONAL APPEARANCE IN LATE BUTA SINGH CASE TILL BYE-ELECTIONS

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Chandigarh, November 6: In connection with the remarks made regarding former Union Home Minister S. Buta Singh, Advocate Arshpreet Singh Khadial today appeared before the Punjab State Scheduled Castes Commission on behalf of Amrinder Singh Raja Warring, who had been summoned by the Commission. However, the advocate could not submit the power of attorney (vakalatnama) during the proceedings. Through his counsel, Amrinder Singh Raja Warring has sought exemption from personal appearance before the Commission citing the ongoing bye-election and has requested a new date after the elections conclude. Meanwhile, the District Election Officer-cum-Deputy Commissioner Tarn Taran has also sought exemption from appearing before the Punjab State Scheduled Castes Commission today. Providing ...
Light and Sound Shows to be held on November 8 in Gurdaspur, Faridkot, Fazilka and Hoshiarpur districts: Tarunpreet Singh Sond

Light and Sound Shows to be held on November 8 in Gurdaspur, Faridkot, Fazilka and Hoshiarpur districts: Tarunpreet Singh Sond

Punjab News
Chandigarh, November 6: Punjab Tourism and Cultural Affairs Minister Tarunpreet Singh Sond informed that under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, the Punjab Government is organizing the second phase of Light and Sound Shows dedicated to the 350th Martyrdom Anniversary of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji on November 8 in Gurdaspur, Faridkot, Fazilka and Hoshiarpur districts. He said that various Cabinet Ministers, along with the Speaker and Deputy Speaker of the Punjab Vidhan Sabha, will participate in these events with the devotees. Sond said that in Gurdaspur district, the Light and Sound Show will be held at ITI Batala, where Food and Civil Supplies Minister Lal Chand Kataruchakk will be present. The show in Faridkot will be organized at Nehru Stadium, where Punjab Vidha...
HARBHAJAN SINGH ETO PAYS OBEISANCE AT GURDWARA IN THIRUVANANTHAPURAM

HARBHAJAN SINGH ETO PAYS OBEISANCE AT GURDWARA IN THIRUVANANTHAPURAM

Breaking News
Chandigarh/Thiruvananthapuram, November 6: Punjab Public Works Minister Harbhajan Singh ETO paid obeisance at Station Gurdwara Sahib in Thiruvananthapuram during the celebrations of Parkash Purb of Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji. The Cabinet Minister was in Kerala to formally invite Chief Minister Sh. Pinarayi Vijayan to the commemorations of the 350th Martyrdom Anniversary of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib Ji, to be held at Sri Anandpur Sahib. Extending greetings to the Sikh sangat gathered on the auspicious Gurpurb of the First Sikh Guru, Harbhajan Singh ETO urged Punjabis living thousands of miles away from their homeland to continue spreading the divine message and teachings of Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji. He also invited the local Sikh community to be part of the 350th Martyrdom Anniversary ev...
Significant Progress on Rejuvenation of Buddha Dariya, Says Sanjeev Arora

Significant Progress on Rejuvenation of Buddha Dariya, Says Sanjeev Arora

Punjab News
Chandigarh, 5 November 2025:- The High-Level Committee (HLC) for the Rejuvenation of Buddha Dariya has reported substantial progress toward restoring the ecological health of the water body. As per the review conducted recently, nearly 90% of the decisions taken during the July–August 2025 meetings have been implemented. The HLC was constituted by the Government of Punjab through notification dated July 14, 2025. It is chaired by Sh. Sanjeev Arora Minister for Industries & Commerce, Punjab, with the Chief Secretary, Punjab, as Vice-Chairperson. Senior officials from the Departments of Local Government, Water Resources, Science & Technology, PPCB, PEDA, PWD (B&R), PDC, IIT Ropar, and the Deputy Commissioner and Municipal Commissioner of Ludhiana are members—ensuring po...