Punjab

Progressive Punjab Investors’ Summit 2026 Concludes with Major Pledges for Industrial Growth

Progressive Punjab Investors’ Summit 2026 Concludes with Major Pledges for Industrial Growth

SAS Nagar (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Sunday assured industry leaders of full government support and incentives while addressing entrepreneurs on the concluding day of the three day Progressive Punjab Investors’ Summit in SAS Nagar (Mohali). Highlighting the strong participation of global and national investors, the Chief Minister emphasised that the summit has created the right environment for industrial growth and will accelerate the state’s economic progress. He announced that the government will hold a review session after six months to assess the progress of the investment proposals and projects finalised during the summit. Interacting with…
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AAP Leaders Pay Tribute to Kanshi Ram on Birth Anniversary; Reiterate Focus on “Education as Empowerment”

AAP Leaders Pay Tribute to Kanshi Ram on Birth Anniversary; Reiterate Focus on “Education as Empowerment”

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Leaders of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Sunday paid rich tributes to Bahujan leader Kanshi Ram Ji on the occasion of his birth anniversary and remembered his lifelong struggle for social justice and empowerment of marginalized communities. The leaders reiterated their commitment to carrying forward his vision through policies focused on equality, education, and welfare for every section of society. Addressing a gathering in Ropar, Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema said Kanshi Ram Ji played a historic role in spreading the ideology of Babasaheb Ambedkar and awakening the Bahujan society across the country. “During my…
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Shiromani Akali Dal Appoints Kanchanpreet Kaur as Tarn Taran Constituency In-Charge

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

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…
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Punjab to Begin Census on May 15; Data to Be Collected Digitally for the First Time

Punjab to Begin Census on May 15; Data to Be Collected Digitally for the First Time

Gurpreet Singh :- Punjab will begin its next round of census operations from May 15, with authorities introducing a fully digital system for collecting and compiling data for the first time. Officials said the move is aimed at improving accuracy, speeding up the process and ensuring better management of demographic information across the state. Under the new system, enumerators will use digital devices and online platforms to record household details, population data and other socio-economic information. The shift from traditional paper-based forms to digital data collection is expected to reduce errors and allow faster processing and analysis of information. Government…
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Final Day of Progressive Punjab Investors Summit Today; Major Investment Deals Expected

Final Day of Progressive Punjab Investors Summit Today; Major Investment Deals Expected

Gurpreet Singh :- The Progressive Punjab Investors Summit being held in Mohali enters its final day today, with several key investment agreements expected to be signed. Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann is scheduled to attend the concluding sessions along with representatives and senior executives from a number of leading companies from India and abroad. The summit has drawn significant participation from industrial groups, entrepreneurs and policy makers, with exhibitions showcasing a range of innovations and products, including electric tractors and advanced defence equipment. The event is aimed at promoting Punjab as an attractive destination for industrial investment and economic growth. The…
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Amritsar Police Bust Cross-Border Arms and Drug Smuggling Network; Six Arrested, Weapons and Heroin Seized

Amritsar Police Bust Cross-Border Arms and Drug Smuggling Network; Six Arrested, Weapons and Heroin Seized

Gurpreet Singh :- In a major crackdown, Amritsar Commissionerate Police dismantled a cross-border arms and narcotics smuggling network, arresting six accused allegedly linked with Pakistan-based smugglers. Acting on specific intelligence inputs, the police conducted a coordinated operation that led to the seizure of six sophisticated pistols, including rare foreign-made models, 60 live cartridges and approximately 3.513 kg of heroin. Preliminary investigation has revealed that the accused were operating under the directions of handlers across the border and were involved in supplying illegal arms and narcotics near the Indo-Pak border region. The network is believed to be part of a larger…
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100 NEW AAM AADMI CLINICS TO BE INAUGURATED ON MARCH 17, TAKING TOTAL TO 993

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

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

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

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…
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UT Administrator Conducts Surprise Raid at Sector 26 Mandi; Suspends Officials and Terminates Contracts

UT Administrator Conducts Surprise Raid at Sector 26 Mandi; Suspends Officials and Terminates Contracts

Chandigarh (Naval Kishore): The Governor of Punjab and Administrator, UT Chandigarh, Sh. Gulab Chand Kataria, conducted a surprise inspection of the Sector-26 Grain, Fruit and Vegetable Market to review the on-ground functioning and facilities at the mandi. During the visit, the Administrator took note of certain shortcomings and areas requiring improvement in the management and upkeep of the mandi. Subsequently, the Administrator, UT Chandigarh, held a meeting with the concerned officers at Lok Bhawan to review the observations made during the inspection. During the meeting, the Administrator showed pictures and videos of the mandi taken during the inspection. During the…
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National Lok Adalat in Chandigarh Disposes of Over 45,946 Cases; Settlements Exceed Rs 27 Crore

National Lok Adalat in Chandigarh Disposes of Over 45,946 Cases; Settlements Exceed Rs 27 Crore

Chandigarh (Naval Kishore): The National Lok Adalat held today at the New District Courts Complex, Sector-43, Chandigarh resulted in the disposal of more than 45,946 cases, including pending matters, pre-litigative cases and traffic challans, with settlements amounting to ₹27,22,25,076. The Lok Adalat was organized by the State Legal Services Authority, U.T. Chandigarh and the District Legal Services Authority, U.T. Chandigarh under the aegis of the National Legal Services Authority. A total of 13 benches headed by serving Judicial Officers were constituted to take up criminal compoundable cases, matters under Section 138 of the N.I. Act, bank recovery cases, MACT claims,…
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