Pathankot: In a humanitarian initiative, Punjab Cabinet Minister Lal Chand Kataruchak extended financial assistance to three needy families in the Bhooa Assembly constituency. The assistance was provided with the aim of supporting housing needs and improving living conditions of economically weaker families. Financial Assistance Provided A needy family from Balsua village received ₹50,000, while two […]
Category: Punjab
Punjab ‘Maavan Dhiyaan Satkar Yojana’ Registration to Begin from April 15
Chandigarh: The registration for Punjab’s “Maavan Dhiyaan Satkar Yojana” will begin from April 15, officials confirmed. Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann will formally launch the scheme during a rally in Adampur on April 14. The scheme was earlier scheduled to be launched on April 13 but was postponed due to a special session of the […]
Punjab CM Mann Introduces Bill to Strictly Punish Guru Granth Sahib Desecration
Chandigarh: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Monday introduced the “Jagt Jyot Sri Guru Granth Sahib Satkar (Amendment) Bill 2026” in the Punjab Legislative Assembly, aimed at ensuring strict legal action against those involved in the desecration of Sri Guru Granth Sahib and the conspiratorial elements behind such acts. The Chief Minister stated that offenders […]
Shiromani Akali Dal Faces Setback as Leader Joins Congress in Dera Bassi
Dera Bassi: With Punjab gearing up for the 2027 Legislative Assembly elections, political activity in the state has intensified, and the trend of party switching continues ahead of the polls. The last Punjab Legislative Assembly elections were held in 2022, where the Aam Aadmi Party, led by Bhagwant Singh Mann, secured a major victory. In […]
Punjab Education Revolution: Girls Dominate Merit List with 19 of Top 20 Ranks
Chandigarh: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Sunday said that the ongoing “education revolution” in the state is now delivering strong results at the grassroots level. He highlighted that girls have delivered an outstanding performance in the Punjab School Education Board (PSEB) Class 8 merit list, securing 19 out of the top 20 positions, […]
Kuldeep Dhaliwal Unveils ‘Kadon Partange Din?’ Audio Poem on Baisakhi
Amritsar/Ajnala: A special event dedicated to the festival of Baisakhi was organized by the Majha Virasat Trust, where an audio musical poem titled “Kadon Partange Din?” along with its poster was officially released. Punjab’s Aam Aadmi Party senior leader, MLA, and former Cabinet Minister Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal attended the event as the chief guest. He […]
Budha Dal Begins Akhand Path on Baisakhi, Gatka Competitions Announced
Amritsar: On the auspicious occasion of Baisakhi, the Nihang Singh forces of the Budha Dal, under the leadership of its 14th chief, Jathedar Baba Balbir Singh 96 Crore, have begun the recitation of Akhand Path dedicated to the festival. The Akhand Path of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji commenced today and will conclude on April […]
Punjab Police Bust ISI-Linked Module, 6 Arrested in Grenade Attack Case
Amritsar: In a major breakthrough, Punjab Police has successfully busted an ISI-backed terror module in a joint operation conducted by Amritsar Rural Police and Faridkot Police. The operation led to the arrest of six accused involved in the grenade attack on Bhindi Saida police station. During the operation, police also recovered two pistols from the […]
NCC Amritsar Honors Cadets, Launches Annual Training Camp 2026
Amritsar: The National Cadet Corps (NCC) Group Amritsar organized a special felicitation ceremony to honor cadets who delivered outstanding performances in various group, directorate, and national-level activities during 2025. The event was graced by Group Commander Brigadier Kulbir Singh as the chief guest. His presence inspired cadets and staff alike. Addressing the gathering, he praised […]
Corruption Allegations in Footpath Construction Near Amritsar Surface
Amritsar: Serious allegations of corruption have surfaced in the construction of a footpath from Jhabal Railway Crossing to Imban Kalan, raising concerns over quality and transparency in public infrastructure projects. According to local reports, the project, awarded by the Public Works Department Punjab (PWD) to the National Highways Authority of India, involves a contract worth […]
