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22 Mar

Businesspersons’ trusting Bhagwant Mann Govt as Rs 111.16 crore recovered under OTS scheme from key districts

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPolitics, Punjab, TrendingBhagwant Mann

CHANDIGARH, 22nd March 2026: Punjab Finance Minister Advocate Harpal Singh Cheema on Sunday said the One-Time Settlement (OTS) Scheme for VAT arrears has witnessed an overwhelming response, with 7,845 applications covering dues of around ₹298.39 crore and ₹111.16 crore already recovered. Positioning it as a decisive push to clean up legacy tax burdens while boosting revenue, he warned that the relief window closes on March 31, after which the government will shift to strict recovery mode, with nearly 8,000 properties already identified for action. Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema stated, “The scheme has already resulted in a total realisation of…

22 Mar

Punjab to amend anti-sacrilege law with strictest punishments in special Vidhan Sabha session on April 13

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPolitics, Punjab, TrendingPunjab

AMRITSAR (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Saturday announced that the Punjab government will convene a special session of the Vidhan Sabha on April 13 to amend the Jagt Jyot Sri Guru Granth Sahib Satkar Act, 2008 and bring in a stricter law against ‘beadbi’ (sacrilege). The proposed legislation will include stringent punishment, heavy fines, property confiscation and cover offences committed through digital content, with the draft being prepared in consultation with the Sant Samaj and legal experts. Asserting a zero-tolerance stance, the government said no one guilty of ‘beadbi’ will be spared. During a meeting with…

22 Mar

Suicide of PWC Officer Sparks FIR Against Former Minister, Deepens Punjab Political Row

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPolitics, Punjab, TrendingLaljit Singh Bhullar, Punjab

Amritsar (Gurpreet Singh): The alleged suicide of a senior Punjab Warehousing Corporation official has taken a dramatic turn, with police initiating criminal proceedings against former Punjab minister Laljit Singh Bhullar and two others. The case has rapidly escalated into a high-profile political issue, triggering outrage and calls for accountability. The deceased officer, Gagandeep Singh Randhawa, was posted as a district manager and reportedly died after consuming a toxic substance at his Amritsar residence. Acting on a formal complaint submitted by his wife, authorities have named Bhullar, his father Sukhdev Singh Bhullar, and his aide Dilbagh Singh in the FIR. Police…

21 Mar

‘Punjab fed nation but paid with its soil & water, time to protect farmers’ future’

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPolitics, Punjab, TrendingPunjab

Ludhiana (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Friday positioned Artificial Intelligence (AI) as the next big turning point for Punjab’s agriculture, arguing that traditional farming has hit its limits and can no longer sustain farmers’ incomes. Making a strong case for technological intervention, he said the move is aimed at reversing declining profitability, reducing pressure on natural resources, and securing the future of farmers. At the same time, he sharpened his political attack on the opposition, calling them out for pushing Punjab into crisis through years of neglect, and asserted that his government is now rebuilding the…

21 Mar

Laljit Singh Bhullar Quits Punjab Cabinet as Government Orders Inquiry into Amritsar Death Case

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPolitics, Punjab, TrendingLaljit Singh Bhullar

Amritsar (Gurpreet Singh): In a significant political development, Laljit Singh Bhullar stepped down from his ministerial post on Saturday after directions from Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, following the reported suicide of a senior official in Amritsar. Bhullar, an MLA from the Patti constituency, submitted his resignation amid rising scrutiny over the circumstances linked to the death of a district manager associated with the state’s Warehouse Corporation. The incident has triggered concerns within administrative and political circles. Acting promptly, the Chief Minister ordered a formal investigation into the matter and asked the Chief Secretary to conduct a comprehensive probe. The government…

19 Mar

Former Senior Bureaucrat K.G.S. Cheema Joins Shiromani Akali Dal, Sparks Political Buzz in Punjab

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPolitics, PunjabPunjab News, Shromni akali dal

Gurpreet Singh :- Punjab’s political landscape witnessed a significant development as former senior bureaucrat K.G.S. Cheema formally joined the Shiromani Akali Dal, triggering fresh discussions across political circles. Known for his long administrative career, Cheema has held key positions at both state and national levels, earning a reputation as an experienced and upright officer. Cheema, who hails from the Lehra constituency, had a close association with former Chief Minister Parkash Singh Badal, serving in an important advisory capacity for several years. His administrative journey also includes working at the national level, adding to his wide-ranging governance experience. Welcoming him into…

17 Mar

Husband of AAP MLA Anmol Gagan Maan Sentenced to Two Years in Jail in Cheque Bounce Case

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPolitics, Punjab, TrendingAnmol Gagan Maan

Dera Bassi (Gurpreet Singh): A court in Dera Bassi has sentenced three partners of a real estate firm, including Shahbaz Singh Sohi, the husband of Kharar Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA Anmol Gagan Maan, to two years of imprisonment in connection with a cheque bounce case dating back to 2018. The court also imposed a fine of ₹10,000 on each of the accused. The verdict was delivered against Sohi, a resident of Sector 3, along with his business associates Nachhatar Singh from Naraingarh and Jatinder Singh of Zirakpur. All three were partners in the firm M/S Platinum Smart Buildcon LLP.…

15 Mar

Shiromani Akali Dal Appoints Kanchanpreet Kaur as Tarn Taran Constituency In-Charge

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPolitics, PunjabKanchanpreet Kaur, Shromni akali dal

Gurpreet Singh :- The Shiromani Akali Dal has appointed Kanchanpreet Kaur as the new constituency in-charge for Tarn Taran, assigning her a key organisational responsibility in the party’s local structure. The decision is part of the party’s broader strategy to strengthen its presence at the grassroots level and enhance coordination with workers across the constituency. Party leaders said the appointment reflects the leadership’s trust in Kanchanpreet Kaur’s organisational abilities and her role in mobilising support in the region. As constituency in-charge, she will oversee party activities, interact with local leaders and workers, and work to expand the party’s base in…

15 Mar

100 NEW AAM AADMI CLINICS TO BE INAUGURATED ON MARCH 17, TAKING TOTAL TO 993

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPolitics, Punjab, TrendingAam Aadmi Party

Mohali (Gurpreet Singh): As the Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann led Punjab Government has completed four years, the state's healthcare sector stands transformed, having built a seamless ecosystem from grassroots wellness to super-speciality care. Presenting a report card of the government's achievements, Health and Family Welfare Minister Dr Balbir Singh on Saturday highlighted that Punjab has become the only state in the country offering universal health insurance of ₹10 lakh per family per year. Reaffirming the government's commitment to accessible primary healthcare, Dr Balbir Singh announced that 100 new Aam Aadmi Clinics (AACs) will be inaugurated on March 17, 2026.…

15 Mar

Punjab to set up 3 world-class exhibition centres at Ludhiana, New Chandigarh & Amritsar

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPolitics, Punjab, TrendingAmritsar, New Chandigarh, Punjab

Mohali (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Saturday announced that the Punjab Government will establish three world-class exhibition centres at Ludhiana, New Chandigarh (Mohali) and Amritsar to give a major boost to industry and commerce in the state. Interacting with industrialists during various sessions at the ongoing Progressive Punjab Investment Summit, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann congratulated participants for actively brainstorming on key economic and industrial issues affecting Punjab. “Punjab does not have big exhibition centres due to which the industry does not have proper places to showcase their products. To address this gap, the Punjab…