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06 Apr

Punjab Government Highlights Four-Year Performance: CM Bhagwant Mann Outlines Free Power, Jobs and Energy Reforms

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Gurpreet Singh :- Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, along with Cabinet Minister Sanjeev Arora, on Monday addressed a press conference detailing the achievements and promises fulfilled by the state government over the past four years. The briefing, held at the Chief Minister’s residence, focused on key initiatives including free electricity, employment generation and power sector reforms. Addressing the media, Mann reiterated that the government had announced free electricity for consumers in 2022, with households beginning to receive zero bills from June that year. He added that, unlike previous administrations where power tariffs saw regular hikes, his government has ensured a…

06 Apr

Bomb Threats Trigger Panic in Punjab: Schools in Jalandhar, Chandigarh Evacuated; CM Bhagwant Mann and Arvind Kejriwal Also Receive Threat Emails

nishuthapar10 CommentsEntertainment, Punjab, TrendingArvind Kejriwal, Bhagwant maan, Big news, Bomb Threat, Punjab, Schools

Gurpreet Singh :- A wave of bomb threats targeting multiple institutions across Punjab on Monday created widespread panic among authorities, parents and the general public. Several schools in Jalandhar and Chandigarh received threatening emails warning of explosions on their premises, prompting immediate security action and evacuations. In Jalandhar, at least three prominent schools were sent emails claiming that their buildings would be blown up. The message also reportedly mentioned the Mayor’s office, raising further concerns about the intent and scale of the threat. Adding to the seriousness, the email also warned of a possible attack on the statue of Dr.…

06 Apr

Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana Turns Key To Provide Aid in Emergencies

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsHealth, Politics, Punjab, TrendingBhagwant Mann, Punjab

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab’s flagship Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna is emerging as a critical pillar of healthcare security, offering ₹10 lakh coverage per family and enabling faster access to treatment while reducing financial stress during sudden medical emergencies. As illnesses such as heart attack, cancer, and birth complications continue to strike without warning, the Punjab Government’s approach is increasingly centred on bridging the gap between medical urgency and affordability through large-scale public health intervention. Illnesses like heart attack, cancer, and birth complications can strike without any red flags, causing sudden, severe symptoms and requiring immediate medical attention to prevent serious…

05 Apr

CM Bhagwant Mann Orders Mass Transfer of Bathinda Police Staff Over Drug Inaction

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Bathinda (Gurpreet Singh): In a firm display of administrative accountability, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann ordered the immediate transfer of the entire staff of the Sadar Police Station in Bathinda on Sunday. The directive came during a public grievance meeting held at the Balwant Gargi Auditorium, where the Chief Minister was confronted with serious allegations regarding the local police's failure to combat the drug menace. Lakha Singh, the Sarpanch of Gulabgarh village, personally briefed the Chief Minister on the rampant drug trafficking in his area, noting that despite multiple fatalities and repeated reports to the station, no significant enforcement action…

05 Apr

CM Bhagwant Singh Mann Unveils Rs 28.68 Crore Development Projects in Jaito

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Faridkot (Balwinder Singh): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Sunday continued his government’s development push across Punjab, unveiling projects worth ₹28.68 crore in Faridkot’s Jaito, including the upgradation of the Community Health Centre into a 30-bed hospital and key investments in drinking water and sports infrastructure, while asserting that the 2022 mandate for the ‘jhaadu’ (AAP's electoral symbol) has begun realising the dreams of Shaheed-e-Azam Bhagat Singh. The Chief Minister contrasted AAP’s governance model with opposition parties, stating that while AAP is delivering clean water, healthcare, education, ₹10 lakh health insurance and financial support to women, traditional parties had…

05 Apr

Joint Police Operation Leads to Final Arrests in Chandigarh BJP Office Grenade Attack

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabChandigarh blast, Foreign Handlers, Grenade Attack, ISI Module, Joint Operation, Punjab Police, Sector 37, Terror Arrest

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): In a significant breakthrough for regional security, the Counter-Intelligence wing of the Punjab Police, alongside Chandigarh Police and the Haryana Police Special Task Force, apprehended the final two perpetrators behind the April 1 grenade attack targeting the BJP office in Sector 37. The suspects, identified as Gurtej Singh and Amanpreet Singh from Rupnagar, were tracked down and arrested in Rewari, Haryana. This successful operation concludes the dismantling of an ISI-backed terror module just days after the initial strike, with all seven individuals involved now in custody. Investigations have revealed that the attack was orchestrated by foreign-based handlers,…

05 Apr

Single Theme Workshop on “Neonatal Neurological Disorders” Concludes At PGIMER Chandigarh

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Chandigarh (Naval Kishore): The two-day single theme workshop on “Neonatal Neurological Disorders” concluded today at the Advanced Paediatric Centre, PGIMER. The morning session had three fascinating lectures delivered by the respective experts in the field. Dr Jogender Kumar, the joint organising secretary, spoke about the diagnosis and treatment of seizures (fits) in newborns. He emphasised that recent research had clearly shown that the vast majority of abnormal movements in newborns that are thought to be fits both by laypersons and even by experts are actually not fits, and on the converse, a large number of fits that are picked up…

05 Apr

Karan Aujla Drops Ludhiana, Lucknow Tour Dates After Mumbai Concert Controversy

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Ludhiana (Gurpreet Singh): Punjabi music star Karan Aujla has called off his scheduled performances in Ludhiana and Lucknow, marking an unexpected change in his ongoing “P-Pop Culture India Tour.” The two shows, slated for April 10 and April 12, have been cancelled, with ticketing platform District informing fans that “logistical challenges” led to the decision. Refunds for ticket holders are expected to be processed within a week. Although the singer has not publicly addressed the cancellations, reports indicate multiple hurdles in Lucknow, including issues related to venue availability, licensing permissions and concerns over financial viability due to premium ticket pricing.…

05 Apr

Long-Stalled Bhakra Museum Project in Nangal Back on Track, Says Harjot Bains

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, TrendingHarjot Bains, Nangal

Ropar (Gurpreet Singh): After years of delays, the proposed Nangal–Bhakra Dam Museum project has finally picked up pace, with Punjab Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains confirming that work is now progressing swiftly. The project, which had remained on paper for nearly 20 years despite multiple announcements, is now being executed with renewed urgency. According to the minister, construction activity is underway round the clock to fast-track completion. The upcoming museum is expected to showcase the legacy and significance of the Bhakra Dam, while incorporating modern features to enhance visitor engagement. Bains highlighted that the initiative is part of a larger…

04 Apr

Oil Marketing Companies ensure stable LPG supply for Punjab and Chandigarh

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Chandigarh (Naval Kishore): In a joint advisory issued on Saturday, April 4, 2026, Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) reassured the public across Punjab and the Union Territory of Chandigarh that domestic LPG stocks remain sufficient to meet current demand. The statement, released by Ashutosh Gupta, Executive Director of IOCL and State Level Coordinator for the Oil Industry in Punjab, emphasized that there is no shortage of cooking gas and that replenishment cycles are operating normally. The advisory aimed to quell recent concerns regarding supply stability, urging residents to refrain from panic purchasing. To further enhance accessibility, OMCs have introduced an expanded…