Punjab

“Gangster Model”: AAP’s Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal Slams Sukhbir Badal Over Tarn Taran Appointment

“Gangster Model”: AAP’s Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal Slams Sukhbir Badal Over Tarn Taran Appointment

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Aam Aadmi Party Punjab’s Chief Spokesperson and MLA Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal criticised Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) President Sukhbir Singh Badal over the appointment of Kanchanpreet Kaur as Tarn Taran constituency in-charge, stating that this move has exposed the kind of political model Sukhbir Singh Badal intends to present in Punjab ahead of 2027. Addressing a press conference at the party office on Tuesday, AAP Punjab Chief Spokesperson Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal said, “By appointing Kanchanpreet Kaur as the constituency in-charge from Tarn Taran, Sukhbir Singh Badal has made it clear what kind of model he intends to bring…
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National Recognition: Chandigarh Named India’s “Most EV-Ready City” for Policy and Infrastructure

National Recognition: Chandigarh Named India’s “Most EV-Ready City” for Policy and Infrastructure

Chandigarh (Naval Kishore): The Chandigarh Renewable Energy and Science & Technology Promotion Society (CREST), under the Chandigarh Administration, has been conferred with the prestigious “Most EV-Ready City – Policy & Infrastructure Leadership” award at the 2nd National Mobility Awards Summit 2026 held in Hyderabad. The summit was organized by the Transport Department, Government of Telangana in association with ELETS Techno Media, bringing together key policymakers, industry leaders, and stakeholders from across the country to deliberate on innovations and advancements in sustainable mobility. Commissioner, Transport Department, Government of Telangana, presented the award to CREST in an event in Hyderabad, recognizing Chandigarh’s…
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Education Secretary Flags Off NSS Adventure Camp for Youth Leadership and Outdoor Training

Education Secretary Flags Off NSS Adventure Camp for Youth Leadership and Outdoor Training

Chandigarh ( Naval Kishore): The Education Secretary of Chandigarh Administration, Ms. Prerna Puri, along with Ms. Radhika Singh, Director of Higher Education, on Monday flagged off a 10-day State-Level Adventure Camp for National Service Scheme (NSS) volunteers heading to Manali, Himachal Pradesh. The camp will take place from March 18 to March 28, 2026, providing young volunteers with an opportunity to participate in adventure and leadership activities.The camp is being organized by the Chandigarh NSS Cell in collaboration with the Atal Bihari Vajpayee Institute of Mountaineering and Allied Sports (ABVIMAS), located in Manali, Himachal Pradesh. According to Dr. Nemi Chand,…
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LPG Supply Stable, Government Urges Citizens Not to Panic

LPG Supply Stable, Government Urges Citizens Not to Panic

Chandigarh (Naval Kishore) : Amid ongoing geopolitical developments affecting global energy markets, concerns have emerged regarding the availability of petroleum products in India. Authorities have clarified that while supply chains have experienced some impact, there is no shortage of LPG for domestic consumers. According to official information, the slight increase in LPG consumption in recent days is largely attributed to sporadic panic buying. Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) have assured the administration that adequate stocks are being maintained to meet the daily demand of households across the country. However, as a precautionary measure, the Government of India has temporarily restricted the…
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Threat Call to Punjabi Star Gippy Grewal Sparks Security Concerns in Entertainment Industry

Threat Call to Punjabi Star Gippy Grewal Sparks Security Concerns in Entertainment Industry

Gurpreet Singh :- A fresh security scare has emerged in the Punjabi entertainment industry after popular singer-actor Gippy Grewal allegedly received a death threat, reportedly linked to gangster Goldy Brar. Sources indicate that the threat was conveyed through an audio call, in which the caller issued a stern warning against ignoring the message, hinting at violent consequences. This is not the first time the actor has been targeted, as similar threats have surfaced in the past, raising serious concerns over the safety of public figures in the region. The latest development has triggered anxiety among industry members and fans alike,…
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Distress Sale Crisis Deepens: Punjab Farmer Destroys Potato Crop Amid Poor Market Prices

Distress Sale Crisis Deepens: Punjab Farmer Destroys Potato Crop Amid Poor Market Prices

Gurpreet Singh :- In a stark reflection of the ongoing agrarian distress, a farmer in Fazilka district was forced to plough his fully grown potato crop back into the fields after failing to secure remunerative prices in the market. The farmer, Ajay Wadhwa, took the drastic step across nearly six acres of cultivated land, citing heavy financial losses and unsustainable input costs. According to the farmer, expenses related to harvesting, sorting, and transporting the produce to mandis were exceeding the returns, leaving him with no viable option but to destroy the crop. He revealed that this was not an isolated…
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SGPC Marks Guru Har Rai’s Gurta Gaddi Day as Environment Day, Urges Devotees to Plant Trees

SGPC Marks Guru Har Rai’s Gurta Gaddi Day as Environment Day, Urges Devotees to Plant Trees

Gurpreet Singh :- The Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee celebrated the Gurta Gaddi Day of Guru Har Rai as Environment Day, organising a series of religious and awareness activities at Gurdwara Sri Manji Sahib Diwan Hall, associated with Sri Darbar Sahib. The occasion was marked by the culmination of an Akhand Path, followed by devotional kirtan and ardas, with the congregation also listening to the hukamnama from the sanctum. Addressing the gathering, Sikh clergy highlighted Guru Har Rai’s deep connection with nature, recalling how he established lush gardens at Kiratpur Sahib to promote environmental harmony. They emphasised that the Guru’s teachings…
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Husband of AAP MLA Anmol Gagan Maan Sentenced to Two Years in Jail in Cheque Bounce Case

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

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.…
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Chandigarh Hosts Workshop and Exhibition on Energy Conservation and Sustainable Building Codes

Chandigarh Hosts Workshop and Exhibition on Energy Conservation and Sustainable Building Codes

Chandigarh (Naval Kishore): The Energy Management Cell (EMC) / State Designated Agency (SDA), Engineering Department, U.T. Chandigarh organized a Workshop and Exhibition on Energy Conservation and Sustainable Building Code, showcasing various energy-efficient building materials and technologies. The programme was graced by the Chief Guest, Ms. Prerna Puri (IAS), Secretary, Engineering Department, Chandigarh Administration. In her address, she emphasized the importance of adopting sustainable construction practices and energy-efficient technologies in the building sector to reduce energy consumption and promote environmental sustainability. Er. C.B. Ojha, Chief Engineer, U.T. Chandigarh, was also present on the occasion. He highlighted that the Engineering Department, Chandigarh…
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“Modi Surrenders, Cylinders Disappear”: AAP Launches Fierce Protest in Chandigarh Over Skyrocketing LPG Prices

“Modi Surrenders, Cylinders Disappear”: AAP Launches Fierce Protest in Chandigarh Over Skyrocketing LPG Prices

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The BJP government, which boasts of a "Double Engine," has now become a "Trouble Engine" for the common man. Against the skyrocketing prices of LPG and the 'Artificial Shortage' of gas cylinders deliberately created in the city, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Chandigarh today launched a massive protest against the Central Government at the Sector-17 Plaza (opposite Neelam Cinema). A massive crowd of AAP workers and the general public gathered at the protest, echoing the Plaza with deafening slogans of "Narendra Modi ne kiya surrender, gayab hua gas cylinder." Modi Government is Conducting a 'Surgical Strike' on…
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