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04 Mar

No Place for Drug Smugglers in Punjab: Health Minister Dr. Balbir Singh Vows Rehabilitation and Stricter Oversight of De-Addiction Centres

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabDr. Dalbir Singh, Health Minister, No Drugs, Punjab

SAS Nagar, March 4: In continuation of Chief Minister, Punjab Bhagwant Singh Mann's 'Yuddh Nasheya Viruddh' campaign, action against drug smugglers and traffickers has been launched in the state on a war footing so that Punjab can be completely freed from the menace of drugs, said Punjab Minister for Health and Family Welfare, at Mohali, today. Punjab Health and Family Welfare Minister Dr. Balbir Singh while addressing the media after holding a meeting with the private de-addiction centres of the district at the local Government De-addiction and Rehabilitation Centre, said that during the campaign to create a drug-free society, the…

04 Mar

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann Warns Striking Tehsildars: “You May Go, Government Will Hire More”

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Chandigarh (National Times): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Tuesday conducted a surprise inspection at the Tehsil office in Kharar amid the ongoing strike by Tehsildars. Addressing the protest, CM Mann made it clear that the government would not bow to pressure, stating that those on strike were free to leave, and replacements would be hired. His remarks come after he issued a stern warning to the agitating officers, asserting that while they could continue their strike, the public would ultimately decide when and where they would be allowed to rejoin duty. The Chief Minister had already set a 5…

01 Mar

Punjab’s War on Drugs: Special DGP Leads Statewide Crackdown, ₹600 Cr Drug Smuggler Assets Seized, ₹40 Cr Approved for CCTV in Border Areas

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabDrugs seized, Punjab, War Against Drugs

SAS Nagar, March 1, 2025: In line with the strategy of the Bhagwant Singh Maan Government of Punjab to root out drugs under the 'war against drugs', a special corsin and searching operation was conducted in Balongi area led by Special DGP (Law and Order) Arpit Shukla at Mohali today. He said that a statewide special searching campaign was started today in 228 hot-spot areas falling under the 25 districts and Three Commissionerates of Punjab under 'Cordon and Search Operation' (CASO). He said that the senior police officers of Punjab Police have been sent today to lead and supervise the…

01 Mar

Punjab Government Extends NoC-Free Plot Registration Deadline by Six Months

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Chandigarh (National Times): The Punjab Housing and Urban Development Department has extended the deadline for registering plots without a No Objection Certificate (NoC) until August 31, 2025. The move, taken under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, aims to ease property registration procedures and accommodate the growing demand from the public. Housing and Urban Development Minister Hardip Singh Mundian stated that the extension comes after numerous requests from residents. Initially, the NoC exemption was available from December 1, 2024, to February 28, 2025. Now, citizens will be able to register their plots from March 1, 2025, to August…

28 Feb

AAP’s Zero-Tolerance Policy Does Not Apply to Its Own MLAs: Khanna Demands Probe by a Sitting Judge and ED Intervention

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAAP, BJP, Punjab

Chandigarh, February 28, 2025: Allegations of financial dealings in the appointment of the Bhawanigarh Truck Union president and an attempted suicide by a truck operator have raised serious questions about the Punjab government's so-called "zero-tolerance" policy against corruption. BJP State Vice President Shri Khanna, in a statement, alleged that the policy is selectively enforced, applying only to lower-level employees while shielding AAP legislators.Khanna accused AAP MLA Narinder Kaur Bharaj and her husband of negotiating a ₹30 lakh deal for the truck union presidency, citing a viral video that allegedly provides evidence of the transaction. He demanded an impartial probe by…

28 Feb

Punjab’s First Equestrian Festival Set for March 1-2 at Forest Hill, SAS Nagar; 34 Events Planned, Open to All

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabEquestrian Festival, Match 1, Punjab, SAS Nagar

SAS Nagar, February 28, 2025: In a first to enthrall the people of Punjab with a unique festival on the equestrians, the stage has been set to welcome the horse breeders and riders at The Ranch, Gate No. 4, Forest Hill Resort, Village Karoran in Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar district, said Sonam Chaudhary, ADC (Rural Development), here, today. Reviewing the arrangements alongwith ADC (Urban Development) Anmol Singh Dhaliwal on site with the officers of various departments deputed for the event, the ADC Chaudhary directed all the officers and consultant agency to complete the arrangements for smooth conduct by today evening.…

28 Feb

Education Minister Harjot Bains calls upon Punjab school students to work hard to shape their future and take admission in nationally reputed institutes like IISER

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SAS Nagar, February 28, 2025: Punjab Education and Information & Public Relations Minister Harjot Singh Bains has called upon Punjab government school students to focus on science subjects and take admission in country’s premier institutes like IISER, IIT and IIM. Inaugurating the two-day Science Fest TATTVA at Indian Institute of Science Education and Reasearch, Mohali, Education Minister Bains while giving the examples of renowned Indian and International Scientists and Reasearchers, Sir C V Raman, J C Bose, Isec Newton and Copernicus inspired the Punjab School Science Students of Class 10+1 from SOE and Meritorious Schools witnessing the Science Fest to…

28 Feb

Punjab Government Intensifies Crackdown on Drug Trade

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAAP, No Drugs, Punjab

Chandigarh, February 28 – The Punjab government has gone into action mode against drug trafficking, ramping up its efforts to eradicate the menace. Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann held a crucial meeting today with all district commissioners (DCs) and senior superintendents of police (SSPs) to discuss further steps. New Strategy to Wipe Out Drug Trade The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government has unveiled a fresh blueprint to tackle drug abuse in the state. Punjab minister Aman Arora, after a high-level meeting, announced that the journey toward restoring "Rangla Punjab" has officially begun. The meeting was attended by ministers Harpal Singh Cheema,…

28 Feb

Blaming Punjab Farmers for Delhi Pollution is ‘Ridiculous’: Piyush Goyal

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New Delhi (National Times): Union Minister Piyush Goyal has dismissed claims that Punjab farmers are responsible for Delhi’s air pollution, calling the argument "ridiculous." He urged people to use logic before making such accusations. Speaking at an event hosted by the IMC Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Goyal, who holds the Commerce and Industry portfolio, said, “Don’t believe anyone who says Punjab farmers are the reason behind Delhi’s pollution. Just apply your mind… How does pollution travel 500 km, pass through the high rises of Gurugram, and directly reach my home in New Delhi?” Construction & Vehicular Emissions Main Pollutants…

27 Feb

Elon Musk’s Grok AI Sparks Debate by Favoring Sikhism in Hypothetical Religious Supremacy Question

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabGrok AI, Punjab, Sikhism

Chandigarh (National Times): A recent interaction on social media platform X has stirred discussions about religion, governance, and AI decision-making. When user @x/gurkarn_gill posed a thought-provoking question to Elon Musk's AI system, Grok—asking which religious supremacy should rule over Earth—the AI's response favoring Sikhism ignited widespread debate. Grok's reasoning emphasized Sikhism's core values of equality and selfless service, citing the teachings of the Guru Granth Sahib and the tradition of langar, where free meals are offered to all regardless of background. The AI noted, “It’s less about domination and more about coexistence,” advocating for governance based on unity and justice…