Punjab Archives - Page 6 of 209

02 Apr

Rs 4 lakh life-saving surgery delivered cashless under Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Marking one of the highest claims facilitated under the Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna to date, a ₹4 lakh life-saving surgery was delivered cashless, reflecting the scale and on-ground effectiveness of the Bhagwant Mann Government’s healthcare system. The beneficiary, Sukhpal Kaur, a 37 year old resident of Chandigarh, was admitted to PGIMER Chandigarh after being diagnosed with a critical aortic dissection, a serious cardio-thoracic and vascular condition requiring immediate surgical intervention. The procedure, along with hospitalisation and specialised care, was estimated to cost nearly ₹4 lakh, an amount that would have been extremely difficult for the family to…

02 Apr

Pakistan-Origin Grenade Suspected in Chandigarh BJP Office Blast; CCTV Clips Reveal Movement of Accused

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Investigators probing the explosion outside the Punjab unit office of the Bharatiya Janata Party in Chandigarh have uncovered fresh leads, with sources indicating that a Pakistan-manufactured grenade may have been used in the attack. Preliminary findings suggest the explosive device was a GHD2P hand grenade, known for its high lethality. Experts note that such a device can cause severe damage within a radius of several meters, while metal fragments can travel much farther, posing danger to bystanders and property. The blast, which occurred on Wednesday evening near the party’s Sector 37 office, damaged parked vehicles and left…

02 Apr

Air India to Begin Daily Flights Between Delhi and Halwara from May 15, Boosting Punjab Connectivity

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New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): In a significant boost to regional air travel, Air India has announced the launch of four daily flights connecting Delhi with Halwara airport near Ludhiana, starting May 15. The move marks the airline’s debut operations at Halwara, making it the first carrier to service this route. The flights will be operated using Airbus A320 family aircraft, with schedules tailored to suit business travellers and those seeking seamless onward connections. The timings have been strategically planned to allow passengers to complete same-day trips and easily link to international flights via Delhi. According to the announced schedule, the…

02 Apr

Sister Shares Emotional Clip of Slain YouTuber, Reveals Her Last Known Moments Before Tragic Killing

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Jalandhar/Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma/Gurpreet Singh): A haunting video capturing the final moments of Punjabi-origin YouTuber Nancy Grewal has surfaced online, offering a glimpse into her routine just hours before her death in Canada. The clip, posted by her sister Alisha Grewal, has stirred grief and concern among followers and the wider community. The footage shows Nancy leaving her residence on the afternoon of March 4, calmly walking toward her car with a bag in hand. According to details shared by the family, the video was recorded shortly after 3 PM. She appears composed and focused, seemingly heading to work—unaware that it…

01 Apr

Over 19,000 ASHA workers lead door-to-door Sehat Card drive in Punjab

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabASHA workers, Dr. Balbir Singh, Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna, Punjab Healthcare, Sehat Card

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Strengthening last-mile healthcare access, the Punjab Government under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann has activated its extensive ASHA (Accredited Social Health Activity) workers’ network to accelerate enrolments under the Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna (MMSY), with over 19,000 ASHA workers and 900 facilitators now driving registrations across villages in Punjab. ASHA workers are playing a critical role in expanding the reach of the scheme at the grassroots level. Each worker is assigned a population of nearly 1,000 residents, covering around 250 households, where they are conducting door-to-door outreach, creating awareness about the scheme, and accompanying…

01 Apr

Jogindra Group announces Rs 1,100 crore expansion in Punjab’s steel and green energy sectors

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Cabinet Minister for Industries & Commerce, Investment Promotion, Power & Local Government Sanjeev Arora shared that Jogindra Group has announced a strategic expansion plan worth ₹1,100 crore, giving a major boost to Punjab’s industrial growth and green energy transition. He stated that this investment reflects the growing confidence of industry in Punjab’s progressive policies and business-friendly environment. Sanjeev Arora said that this investment reflects the growing confidence of industry in Punjab’s progressive policies and business-friendly environment. He detailed that the expansion includes ₹700 crore investment in the steel sector, primarily through Jogindra Castings and Vardhman Adarsh,…

01 Apr

CM Bhagwant Singh Mann launches Punjab’s first-ever caste socio-economic survey

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabBhagwant Singh Mann, caste survey Punjab, MGNREGA, rural development

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Wednesday presented a comprehensive four-year report card of the Rural Development and Panchayat Department as part of the Punjab Government’s ongoing “Shandaar Char Saal Bhagwant Mann de naal” series, highlighting how sustained policy interventions have transformed village infrastructure, strengthened grassroots governance, and expanded employment opportunities across rural Punjab. Positioning rural development as a central pillar of inclusive growth, the Chief Minister outlined key initiatives ranging from the launch of Punjab’s first-ever caste socio-economic survey to large-scale infrastructure creation, revenue generation through transparent land management, and youth-focused development programmes. Emphasising that…

01 Apr

Direct Ludhiana-Delhi flights to take off from Halwara Airport starting May 15

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabDelhi connectivity, Halwara Airport, Ludhiana flights, Punjab aviation

Ludhiana (Gurpreet Singh): In a major boost to Punjab’s aerial connectivity, residents of Ludhiana and surrounding areas will soon have easier access to the national capital as direct flights from the newly inaugurated Halwara Airport are set to commence on May 15, 2026. The route will feature two daily flights operated by Airbus A320 aircraft, each boasting a seating capacity of 180 passengers. This development follows the high-profile inauguration of the Halwara Civil Terminal by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in February, marking a significant milestone for the region's infrastructure. The flight schedule has been designed to cater to both business…

01 Apr

SGPC to follow Akal Takht directives on Rajoana’s mercy petition withdrawal

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAkal Takht, Balwant Singh Rajoana, Harjinder singh dhami, mercy petition

Amritsar (Gurpreet SIngh): The Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) has announced that it will strictly abide by the orders of the Akal Takht regarding the withdrawal of Balwant Singh Rajoana’s mercy petition. SGPC President Advocate Harjinder Singh Dhami addressed the media on Wednesday, following a high-stakes letter from Rajoana to the Jathedar of the Akal Takht, Giani Kuldeep Singh Gargaj. Dhami clarified that since the original clemency plea filed in 2012 was based on the instructions of the then-Sikh leadership and Panthic sentiments, any decision to rescind it must also flow from the supreme temporal seat of the Sikhs. In…

01 Apr

Security alert in Chandigarh as “crude” explosive device targets Punjab BJP headquarters

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Panic gripped Sector 37 of Chandigarh on Wednesday evening after a low-intensity explosion occurred outside the Punjab BJP office. The blast, reported around 5:00 PM, took place in the parking area adjacent to the boundary wall of the party headquarters. While the explosion caused minor damage to nearby vehicles—specifically impacting parked scooters and cars—no casualties or injuries have been reported. Senior police officials, including Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Kanwardeep Kaur, immediately reached the site to cordon off the area and initiate a high-level investigation. Initial assessments by the Chandigarh Police suggest that a small, crude explosive…