Lehragaga: A major and historic development has emerged from Lehragaga in the healthcare sector, as the Punjab Government has taken a significant step toward establishing a medical college and hospital in the region. Under this initiative, the Community Health Centre (CHC) Lehragaga, which was previously in a dilapidated condition, has been completely transformed. OPD and […]
Category: Punjab
Punjab Starts Registration for ‘Maan-Dhiyan Satkar Yojana’, ₹1000 Monthly Aid for Women
The Punjab Government has officially started registration for the “Chief Minister Maan-Dhiyan Satkar Yojana,” a welfare scheme aimed at providing financial support to women across the state. Cabinet Minister Dr Baljit Kaur formally launched the registration process in Malout constituency, highlighting the importance of empowering women, including mothers, sisters, and young daughters. She extended her […]
Amritsar: 1.8 Kg Heroin and Drone Seized in Major Drug Bust
Amritsar: In a significant crackdown on drug smuggling, Lopoke Police in Amritsar have recovered 1.80 kilograms of heroin along with a drone used for cross-border narcotics delivery. According to police officials, the drone was being used by smugglers to transport drugs from across the border, highlighting the growing use of advanced technology in illegal trafficking […]
Punjab Police Bust ISI-Backed Cross-Border Terror Module, Arrest Accused
In a major breakthrough, the Counter Intelligence Wing of Punjab Police has exposed a Pakistan ISI-backed cross-border terror module operating in the region. In a coordinated operation, the State Special Operation Cell (SSOC) Amritsar and SSOC Mohali arrested one accused and recovered a significant cache of arms and ammunition, including four hand grenades and two […]
Sukhbir Badal Opposes Delimitation Plan, Calls It Discriminatory for Punjab
Chandigarh – Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) President Sukhbir Singh Badal has strongly opposed the proposed delimitation exercise linked with the Women’s Reservation Bill, calling it discriminatory against Punjab and a threat to the federal structure of the country. In a statement issued here, Badal said that population-based delimitation would severely impact Punjab, which is already […]
Punjab Politics Heats Up Over BBMB Rule Changes, AAP Slams Centre
Chandigarh – Punjab politics has once again heated up over the issue of water rights and administrative control, following recent amendments to rules related to the Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB) appointments. The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) in Punjab has launched a sharp attack on the central government, alleging that the changes are not merely […]
Faridkot Lady ASI Suspended After Alleged Brutality Against 5-Year-Old Granddaughter
Faridkot – A shocking incident from Dogar Basti area in Faridkot has sparked outrage after allegations surfaced against a woman Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) for brutally mistreating her 5-year-old granddaughter. According to reports, the accused lady ASI, identified as Sarbjit Kaur posted at Sadar Police Station, allegedly tied the child’s hands and legs and left her […]
Amritsar POCSO Court Sentences Man to 20 Years for Rape of Minor
Amritsar – The Additional District and Sessions Judge, Amritsar (POCSO Court-cum-Special Trial Court), has sentenced an accused to 20 years of imprisonment along with a fine of ₹55,000 in a case of rape of a minor. The convict, Bobby alias Babbi, son of Buta Singh, resident of Khushupura village in Amritsar district, was found guilty […]
Punjab Minister Harbhajan Singh ETO Distributes ₹3 Crore Grants in Jandiala Guru
Jandiala Guru– Punjab Public Works Minister and Jandiala Guru MLA Harbhajan Singh ETO distributed grant approval letters worth ₹3 crore to residents under various government schemes in the constituency. Under the “Rangla Punjab” scheme, grants worth approximately ₹2.30 crore were allocated to 39 villages in the Jandiala Guru area. Additionally, ₹40.50 lakh was distributed to […]
Vaisakhi Tragedy: Uncle and Nephew Drown in Beas River in Punjab Village
A tragic incident marred the celebrations of Vaisakhi as an uncle and his nephew drowned in the Beas River near Batale Mand village in Punjab, sending shockwaves across the region. According to available information, both individuals had gone to the river to take a holy dip on the auspicious occasion of Vaisakhi. During the ritual, […]