Punjab Archives - Page 19 of 209

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…

14 Mar

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

nishuthapar10 CommentsPunjabChandigarh Mandi Raid, Chandigarh Sanitation, Gulab Chand Kataria, Market Committee Suspension, Sector 26 Market

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…

14 Mar

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

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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,…

14 Mar

CM Bhagwant Mann Slams Amit Shah’s Visit; Cites Withheld Funds and “National Inaction” on Drugs

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAmit Shah Moga Rally, Bhagwant Mann, Drug Smuggling, Lawrence Bishnoi, Progressive Punjab Investors Summit

SAS Nagar (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Saturday strongly criticised Union Home Minister Amit Shah for failing to address Punjab’s key concerns during his visit to the state, stating that people had expected announcements on MSP, farm loan waiver and a special package but were left disappointed. The Chief Minister said the BJP-led Centre has consistently discriminated against Punjab by withholding its rightful funds, ignoring farmers’ demands and failing to act on major drug seizures outside the state, while attempting to defame Punjab. The Chief Minister asserted that despite such challenges, the Punjab Government is taking…

14 Mar

AAP’s Aman Arora Issues 8-Question Challenge to Amit Shah Ahead of Moga Rally

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAAP vs BJP, Aman Arora, Amit Shah Moga Rally, LPG Crisis, Punjab Funds, RDF MDF Dispute

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Ahead of Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s rally in Moga, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Punjab President and Cabinet Minister Aman Arora on Saturday put eight pointed questions to the BJP-led Central Government, demanding clear answers on issues ranging from Punjab’s withheld funds and massive GST losses to flood relief, industry, drug trafficking, employment and rising LPG prices. Stating that the visit cannot be reduced to political rhetoric, Aman Arora said three crore Punjabis are expecting accountability from the Union Home Minister and deserve concrete answers, not hollow slogans or “jumlas,” on the serious economic and governance concerns…

14 Mar

RERA Punjab Awards Rs 25.51 Lakh Interest to Homebuyers for Delay in Possession

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): In a significant order protecting the rights of homebuyers, the Punjab Real Estate Regulatory Authority has directed SRG Developers & Promoters to pay ₹25,51,500/- as interest for delayed possession to the allottees in the project Marbella Grand located in IT City, Mohali. The order was passed by the bench of Rakesh Kumar Goyal in Complaint No. 0320 of 2025 titled Nitin Agarwal & Another vs. SRG Developers & Promoters. The complainants were represented by Advocate David Sardana of Sardana Law Office, along with co-counsels. Advocate David Sardana As per the order, the complainants had booked a 4+1…

14 Mar

Traffic advisory issued as Mohali prepares for Karan Aujla live show

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, PunjabAdvisory Issued, Concert, Karan Aujla, Mohali, Punjabi singer

Gurpreet Singh :- Elaborate security and traffic arrangements have been put in place in Mohali ahead of Punjabi singer Karan Aujla’s concert scheduled for Saturday evening at the Punjab Cricket Association Stadium. The district administration has issued a traffic advisory, announcing restrictions on several roads around the venue to ensure smooth conduct of the event. According to officials, roads leading to Phase 10, Sector 65 and the route towards Mohali Railway Station will remain closed for the duration of the programme. Only emergency and authorised vehicles will be allowed to pass through these routes, while the public has been advised…

14 Mar

Consumers allege overcharging and coercive practices by LPG agencies in Goniana Mandi

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Gurpreet Singh :- Several consumers in Goniana Mandi and nearby villages have raised serious allegations against local LPG distribution agencies, accusing them of unfair practices and overcharging. Residents claim that customers are being pressured to purchase gas pipes priced at around ₹190, with agency staff allegedly warning that refusal could lead to delays in cylinder supply or issues related to incomplete KYC verification. Consumers further allege irregularities in the pricing of domestic LPG cylinders. According to them, while the official delivery price for a household cylinder is around ₹952, some agencies in the area are reportedly charging ₹960 from customers.…

14 Mar

At Moga Rally, Amit Shah Stresses Communal Harmony, Promises Strong Action Against Forced Conversions

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPolitics, Punjab, TrendingAmit Shah

Moga (Gurpreet Singh): Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday highlighted the importance of unity between Hindu and Sikh communities while addressing a large crowd at the Bharatiya Janata Party’s “Badlav Rally” in Moga, Punjab. He said that harmony between the two communities has always been central to the state’s peace and development. Wearing a saffron turban, Shah was welcomed by party leaders and supporters who had gathered in large numbers for the rally organised by the Bharatiya Janata Party to strengthen its political outreach in the state ahead of the 2027 Assembly elections. Opening his speech with traditional Sikh…