Punjab Blogs

Drone Movement Seen At Kalanaur Border At Night; BSF And Police Launched Joint Search Operation

Drone activity was seen late night in Kalanaur border area of ​​Gurdaspur, after which security agencies were alerted. 27 battalion of BSF and Kalanaur police station conducted a joint search operation on Sunday morning. Due to dense fog, the sound of the drone was heard, but its direction was not clear. However, despite several hours of intensive search, no suspicious object or narcotic substance was recovered. Security agencies are keeping a strict vigil on the border.

Goods Worth Lakhs Including Tractor-combine Reduced To Ashes In Fire At Mansa Farmer's House, Demand For Financial Help From Government

Agricultural equipment and goods worth lakhs were burnt to ashes in a fire at the house of farmer Arshdeep Singh in Bhamme Khurd village of Mansa. This includes tractors, combine harvesters and chaff. The farmer told that he had taken these tools on loan. The cause of the fire is unknown, but it was brought under control with the help of local people. The victim farmer has appealed to the government for financial help.

Thieves Entered Jewelery Shop In Jalandhar By Cutting The Grill Of Skylight, Stole Rs 16 Lakh

Theft worth lakhs took place in Lakshmi Jewelers located in Main Bazaar of Adampur. The thieves entered the shop by cutting the grill of the skylight on the fourth floor. According to owner Vivek Kapoor, silver and gold jewelery worth around Rs 15-16 lakh was stolen, including two and a half tola gold jewelery belonging to customers. The thieves also took away the CCTV DVR. Police are investigating and scanning nearby footage.

CM Mann's Call, Make 'war Against Drugs' A Mass Movement For Drug-free Punjab

Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann called for making the second phase of 'war against drugs' a mass movement in Bathinda. He asked the party workers to intensify efforts for drug-free Punjab. Mann said the AAP government has taken action against 28,000 drug smugglers and has achieved a conviction rate of 88. He also listed other achievements like canal water, free electricity, government jobs and improvement in health and education.

'Aam Aadmi Clinic' Became The Basis Of Health Revolution In Punjab, 4.20 Crore Patients Got Free Treatment

On the initiative of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, 'Aam Aadmi Clinics' have become a strong base of public health in Punjab. From August 15, 2022 till now, more than 4.20 crore patients have been treated free of cost in 881 clinics and more than 80 lakh diagnostic tests have been conducted. These clinics are providing accessible, affordable and quality healthcare, thereby saving people about Rs 2000 crore. This scheme is a symbol of building a healthy Punjab.

Two Friends Deported From Austria Turned Bus And Trolley Into Food Point, Set A New Example Of Courage

Jaspreet and Paramjeet from Kapurthala were not disappointed after being deported from Austria. He transformed negativity into positivity and started two unique food startups. Jaspreet transformed the double-decker bus into 'EU Deported Pizza Wala', while Paramjeet transformed the tractor-trolley into 'Austria Deported Pizza Wala'. He is giving the message to the youth to become self-reliant by relying on their skills.

20 Water Bottles Cost Rs 55, Customer Reached Consumer Commission; Now The Restaurant Will Have To Pay This Much Compensation

Chandigarh State Consumer Commission has found Ghazal Restaurant in Sector-17 guilty of charging more than the MRP on mineral water. The restaurant sold a bottle of Rs 20 for Rs 55 and also charged GST on it. The commission directed the restaurant to return the extra amount and pay a compensation of Rs 3000. The Commission clarified that restaurants cannot charge more than the MRP on packaged products.

'Nutrition Gardens' Will Be Built In More Than 5000 Government Schools Of Punjab, Children Will Get Pesticide Free Mid-day Meal.

The Punjab government has taken a historic decision to set up nutritious gardens in 5,073 government schools and 1,100 Anganwadi centres. Under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, this initiative will save children from malnutrition and provide them pesticide-free fresh vegetables and fruits. The scheme will improve the quality of mid-day meals by utilizing vacant school land, thereby making Punjab a leading state in health and education.

Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini Honored With Guru Teg Bahadur Award, Emphasis On Social And Women's Welfare

Haryana Chief Minister Naib Singh Saini was honored with the ninth Patshahi Shri Guru Teg Bahadur Award in Chandigarh. She received this honor for providing government jobs to Delhi riot victims and running Lado Lakshmi Yojana for the welfare of women. Haryana also became the first state to ensure MSP on 25 crops.

Punjab Human Rights Commission Is Strict On The Arbitrariness Of Max Hospital, Warns Of FIR; There Is A Case Of Not Handing Over The Dead Body After The Death Of The Patient.

Punjab Human Rights Commission has taken a strong stand against Max Hospital in Mohali. After the news of Dainik Jagran, the Commission took cognizance of the case of the hospital not handing over the body due to non-payment of the bill. The commission called it a violation of human rights and warned of an FIR against the hospital and officials if the health department did not give a satisfactory reply. The next hearing will be held on January 20.

Campaign Against Child Marriage Intensified In Punjab, 64 Cases Stopped

Punjab government is making continuous efforts to eliminate social evil like child marriage. Social Security Minister Dr. Baljeet Kaur said that 64 child marriages have been successfully stopped in the financial year 2025-26. The government is committed to protecting the rights of children and has appealed to the people to provide information on the 1098 helpline. 2,076 child marriage prohibition officers have been appointed in the state.

District Administration Takes Major Action Against Children Begging In Amritsar Under Project Jeevanjot 2.0

Amritsar district administration has intensified the campaign to stop child begging and exploitation under 'Project Jeevanjot 2.0'. District Task Force took action in Ranjit Avenue and rescued 6 children. These children are being counseled and the role of the families will be examined. The aim of the administration is to provide a safe environment to the children and prevent them from begging again. This campaign will continue continuously.

Smuggling Of Liquor From Chandigarh, Jam Being Spilled In Punjab, Raid In Zirakpur, Customer Absconding - Dhaba Owner Arrested

Dhaba owner Channan Singh has been arrested for illegally serving liquor at a dhaba in Baltana, Zirakpur. A joint team of Excise Department and Police recovered liquor authorized for sale in Chandigarh during the raid. The customers fled from the spot. Police have registered a case under the Excise Act and are now investigating the source of supply of illicit liquor.

Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann Made A Public Demand To The Jathedar To Do Live Telecast Of The January 15 Meeting.

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has demanded from Sri Akal Takht Sahib Jathedar Giani Kuldeep Singh Gadgaj to telecast the January 15 meeting live. Mann said that Sangat wants transparency in Golak's accounting. The Jathedar has summoned him to give clarification on the statements regarding not putting money in Golak. The Chief Minister said to appear with the evidence.

Pratap Bajwa Targets Mann Government Regarding Security; Said-Businessmen Forced To Hire Private Guards To Protect Themselves

Leader of opposition in Punjab Assembly Pratap Singh Bajwa has cornered the Bhagwant Mann government on the law and order situation of the state. He alleged that people, especially businessmen, were forced to hire private guards for their security as the state police had failed to provide basic security. Bajwa posted on social media that the police is busy suppressing dissent, while incidents of crime and extortion are increasing.

Major Accident Averted In Punjab, Tires Of Tourist Bus Burst At Pathankot Chowk; Angry Mob Broke Glass

Suddenly two tires of a tourist bus burst near Pathankot Chowk in Jalandhar, due to which a major accident was averted. Angered by the delay in repairs, passengers demanded money back. The driver gave money to some, but the rest of the passengers vandalized the bus, broke the windows and ran away. The bus conductor has lodged a complaint in Police Station 8.

A Massive Fire Broke Out In A Mattress Warehouse In Amritsar, Goods Worth Lakhs Burnt To Ashes.

A massive fire broke out in a mattress warehouse in Jawahar Nagar, Amritsar. Short circuit is being said to be the cause of the fire. The fire was so strong that goods worth lakhs were burnt to ashes in no time. Fire brigade personnel controlled the fire after two hours of hard work, but by then all the goods kept in the warehouse had been destroyed. Owner Sunny has suffered a loss of more than ₹5 lakh.

Big Initiative Of Bhagwant Mann Government, Chief Minister Health Scheme Got Strong Support From Doctors And Private Medical Colleges.

Punjab Health Minister Dr. Balbir Singh reviewed the implementation of Chief Minister Health Scheme MMSY. Under this scheme, cashless health insurance of Rs 10 lakh will be provided. Public and private health institutions including Indian Medical Association IMA Punjab and private medical colleges expressed strong support in the meeting. The Minister stressed on ethical practices and transparency for the success of the scheme, which aims to ensure quality healthcare services without financial burden.

It Is Said That Millionaires Are Not Paying Taxes, Now Property Will Be Sealed From Tomorrow, Mohali Corporation Will Take Strict Action

Mohali Municipal Corporation has started strict action against defaulters who have not been paying the outstanding property tax for a long time. These mostly include millionaires and owners of big commercial and industrial units. Now their properties will be sealed if taxes are not paid despite repeated notices. Commissioner Parminder Pal Singh said that the sealing campaign will start from January 7. The corporation aims to ensure income and strengthen urban services.

Chandigarh: Domestic Quarrel Took A Horrifying Form In Dhanas, Husband Stabbed Wife In The Stomach; Accused Absconding

Due to a domestic dispute, a man stabbed his wife Parvati, 40, in the stomach, seriously injuring her, in Kachchi Colony, Dhanas, Chandigarh. The woman has been admitted to the government hospital in Sector-16. The accused husband Maharaj Deen absconded after the incident. Sarangpur police station has registered the case and started searching for the accused.

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