Punjab

Tension Builds in Punjab Mandis Ahead of Wheat Procurement as Commission Agents Warn of Strike
10 Mar

Tension Builds in Punjab Mandis Ahead of Wheat Procurement as Commission Agents Warn of Strike

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab
Gurpreet Singh :- A sense of uncertainty is prevailing across grain markets in Punjab as the wheat procurement season approaches, with commission agents warning of a possible strike that could disrupt the entire procurement process. The development has raised concerns for the Government of Punjab, which is already preparing for the large-scale purchase of wheat from farmers in the coming weeks. Commission agents, commonly known as arhtiyas, have expressed dissatisfaction over several pending demands and have cautioned that if their issues are not addressed in time, they may resort to a strike during the procurement season. Such a move could…
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Punjab Politics Sees Major Shift as Amit Gosain Quits BJP, Joins Shiromani Akali Dal
10 Mar

Punjab Politics Sees Major Shift as Amit Gosain Quits BJP, Joins Shiromani Akali Dal

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab
Gurpreet Singh :- In a significant political development in Punjab, senior Bharatiya Janata Party leader Amit Gosain resigned from the party and soon after joined the Shiromani Akali Dal along with his supporters. The induction took place in the presence of party president Sukhbir Singh Badal, who formally welcomed Gosain into the party fold and appointed him as the in-charge of the Ludhiana Central Assembly constituency. Welcoming him into the Akali Dal family, Badal said Gosain has long been associated with public life and had actively supported the work of his grandfather, the late Sat Pal Gosain, who served as…
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Khaira’s Remark on ₹1,000 Aid to Women Triggers Row; Punjab Women Commission Issues Notice
10 Mar

Khaira’s Remark on ₹1,000 Aid to Women Triggers Row; Punjab Women Commission Issues Notice

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab,
Gurpreet Singh :- In a fresh political controversy has erupted in Punjab after Congress MLA Sukhpal Singh Khaira made a remark regarding the ₹1,000 financial assistance meant for women, drawing sharp reactions from several quarters. The statement sparked outrage in political circles, prompting the Punjab State Women Commission to take suo motu cognisance of the matter and initiate action. Taking the issue seriously, the commission issued notices to Khaira and also summoned Punjab Congress president Amrinder Singh Raja Warring. According to officials, the notices were sent through the Senior Superintendent of Police in Kapurthala, directing both leaders to appear in…
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BSF shoots dead Pakistani intruder in Tarn Taran while foiling heroin smuggling bid
10 Mar

BSF shoots dead Pakistani intruder in Tarn Taran while foiling heroin smuggling bid

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab
Gurpreet Singh :- Security forces along the India–Pakistan border in Punjab’s Tarn Taran district foiled a cross-border drug smuggling attempt late Monday night, killing an unidentified Pakistani intruder who was allegedly trying to smuggle heroin into India. According to officials, the incident took place in the border area of Khemkaran between the Kaliyan and Noorwala border outposts. Personnel of the 142nd Battalion of the Border Security Force (BSF) spotted suspicious movement near International Border and challenged the intruders. When the suspects ignored repeated warnings, BSF troops opened fire, resulting in the death of one Pakistani smuggler. However, some other suspected…
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Punjab Assembly Witnesses Tension as AAP Moves Condemnation Resolution Against Sukhpal Khaira
10 Mar

Punjab Assembly Witnesses Tension as AAP Moves Condemnation Resolution Against Sukhpal Khaira

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPolitics, Punjab, Trending
Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The ongoing Budget session of the Punjab Assembly witnessed heightened tensions on Tuesday as the ruling AAP targeted Congress MLA Sukhpal Khaira over remarks perceived as disrespectful toward women and Dalits. The dispute erupted during zero hour when Finance Minister Harpal Cheema accused the Congress of being anti-Dalit and anti-women, alleging that its leaders often resort to derogatory language. Khaira’s comments regarding women beneficiaries under the ‘Mukh Mantri Manwab Dhiyan’ scheme triggered protests from treasury bench MLAs, including Inderjit Kaur Mann, who walked into the well of the House, forcing a short adjournment. Leader of Opposition Partap…
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Bomb Threat Emails Trigger Evacuations in Gurugram, Ludhiana Schools on Alert
10 Mar

Bomb Threat Emails Trigger Evacuations in Gurugram, Ludhiana Schools on Alert

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsPunjab, Trending
Gurugram (Balwinder Singh): Five schools in Gurugram were evacuated on Tuesday after receiving emails warning of explosives on their premises, causing panic among students and staff. The threats prompted an immediate response from law enforcement and security agencies. Police teams, bomb disposal units, and sniffer dog squads rushed to the schools to conduct comprehensive searches. Classrooms, corridors, and other areas were thoroughly inspected to ensure safety. As a precaution, students were sent home while authorities carried out the sweeps. Officials confirmed that no suspicious items have been found so far, and an investigation has been launched to identify the sender…
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Ludhiana Schools Evacuated Amid Bomb Threat Emails; Security Teams Sweep Premises
10 Mar

Ludhiana Schools Evacuated Amid Bomb Threat Emails; Security Teams Sweep Premises

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, Trending
Ludhiana (Gurpreet Singh): Ten schools in Ludhiana were placed on high alert on Tuesday after receiving emails warning of potential bomb explosions, prompting swift action by police and security agencies. Journalists in the city were also reportedly targeted with similar messages. The threatening emails, sent from marammanoubi845@gmail.comand copied to multiple school addresses including info@drishtischool.com, pdavldh@rediffmail.com, and principal.mrisldh@mris.edu.in, contained alarming messages in Punjabi, referencing past incidents and warning of attacks on children. In response, school administrations evacuated students as a precaution while police, bomb squads, and dog squads conducted detailed inspections of classrooms, corridors, and school premises. A strong police presence…
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Former Diplomat Taranjit Singh Sandhu to Take Oath as Delhi’s 23rd Lieutenant Governor on March 11
09 Mar

Former Diplomat Taranjit Singh Sandhu to Take Oath as Delhi’s 23rd Lieutenant Governor on March 11

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, Punjab, , ,
New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh)— Taranjit Singh Sandhu, a seasoned former diplomat and India’s former Ambassador to the United States, is scheduled to be sworn in as the 23rd Lieutenant Governor of Delhi on Wednesday, March 11, 2026. The official ceremony will take place at 1:30 PM at Lok Niwas (formerly known as Raj Niwas), where the Chief Justice of the Delhi High Court will administer the oath of office. The transition follows the appointment of the outgoing Lieutenant Governor, Vinai Kumar Saxena, as the new LG of Ladakh. Officials confirmed on Monday that preparations are already in full swing at…
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“AAP Will Form Government Again in 2027”: CM Bhagwant Mann Slams Opposition Over ₹1,000 Women’s Aid
09 Mar

“AAP Will Form Government Again in 2027”: CM Bhagwant Mann Slams Opposition Over ₹1,000 Women’s Aid

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , , ,
Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Monday said the frustration shown by opposition parties over the announcement of ₹1,000 per month for women clearly reflects their fear of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) returning to power in Punjab in 2027. Addressing the Punjab Legislative Assembly, Bhagwant Singh Mann asserted that while parties such as the Shiromani Akali Dal, BJP and Congress repeatedly betrayed the public by ignoring their election promises, the AAP Government has treated its manifesto as a sacred commitment and fulfilled every guarantee for the common people within just four years. Highlighting the transformative…
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Opposition Walkout Proves Inability to Face Punjab’s Progress, Asserts Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema
09 Mar

Opposition Walkout Proves Inability to Face Punjab’s Progress, Asserts Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , , ,
Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema, while addressing the Punjab Legislative Assembly during the discussion on the Governor’s Address, outlined the transformative development agenda of the Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann-led Punjab Government and criticised Congress members for staging a walkout from the House, asserting that their departure clearly demonstrated an inability to face the undeniable progress and developmental milestones achieved by the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Government. Highlighting the Punjab Government’s focus on youth empowerment and employment, Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema said the AAP Government began its tenure with a strong message by issuing advertisements…
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