Punjab farmers warns govt to begin hunger strike from Nov 26 at Khanauri

Punjab farmers warns govt to begin hunger strike from Nov 26 at Khanauri

Sunday, 17 November 2024 | PNS | Chandigarh

In a firm declaration of their discontent, farmer leaders hailing from Kisan Mazdoor Morcha and Sanyukt Kisan Morcha (Non-Political), led by Jagjit Singh Dallewal, on Saturday issued a stark warning to the government announcing their decision to escalate their protest with a hunger strike starting November 26 at Khanauri border...

Gurugram hospital named after Guru Nanak Dev: Hry CM

Saturday, 16 November 2024 | PNS | Chandigarh/Panchkula

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Friday said that the State Government has decided to name the 700-bedded government hospital being built in Gurugram at an estimated cost of Rs 1000 crore after Sikhism founder Guru Nanak Dev. Saini, interacting with the media persons after paying obeisance at Gurudwara...

CISF Takes a Bold Step with First All-Women Battalion

Saturday, 16 November 2024 | PNS | Chandigarh

Marking a historic leap towards gender empowerment in national security, the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has greenlit the creation of the Central Industrial Security Force’s (CISF) first all-women battalion. The pioneering decision is set to redefine women’s role in safeguarding the nation while inspiring a wave of female...

Punjab Byelection: 100% Live Webcasting at all Polling Stations

Saturday, 16 November 2024 | PNS | Chandigarh

Punjab is set to witness a tech-enabled by-election on November 20, with 100 percent live webcasting slated for all polling stations across four constituencies. Ensuring a voter-friendly environment, the state’s Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) Sibin C has issued instructions to all Deputy Commissioners and District Election Officials in Hoshiarpur, Barnala,...

Punjab Police Busts Major Narco-Smuggling and Arms Cartel, Seizes 8.2 kg Heroin, Glock Pistol

Saturday, 16 November 2024 | PNS | Chandigarh

In a decisive operation, Punjab Police’s Amritsar Commissionerate has dismantled a trans-border narcotics and arms smuggling network, seizing 8.27 kg of heroin, six kg of opium, 13.1 kg of chemical precursors, and four firearms, including a sophisticated Glock 9 mm pistol with 17 cartridges. Two individuals, Aditya Pratap alias Kaka...

Air Quality Deteriorates in Chd, Haryana; Punjab Sees Slight Relief

Saturday, 16 November 2024 | PNS | Chandigarh

As winter sets in, residents of North India are battling not just the chill but also toxic air. On Friday, Chandigarh and several parts of Haryana reported “very poor” air quality, while neighbouring Punjab fared slightly better. However, the persistent issue of stubble burning has once again fueled debates and...

Punjab CM Visits Amritsar Gurdwara on Gurpurab, Skips Golden Temple visit to Respect Devotees’ Convenience

Saturday, 16 November 2024 | PNS | Amritsar

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Friday marked the sacred occasion of Gurpurab, celebrating the parkash purab (birth anniversary) of Sikhs’ first master and founder of Sikhism Guru Nanak Dev, by offering prayers at Gurdwara Chevin Patshahi in Amritsar. In a thoughtful gesture to avoid inconvenience to devotees due to the extensive...

Punjab Governor celebrates Jharkhand Foundation Day, Honours Legacy of Tribal Heroes

Saturday, 16 November 2024 | PNS | Chandigarh

Punjab Raj Bhavan came alive with cultural pride and patriotism as Governor Gulab Chand Kataria on Friday presided over the vibrant celebrations of Jharkhand’s 25th Foundation Day. The event paid homage to the state’s rich history and honoured the enduring legacy of Bhagwan Birsa Munda on his birth anniversary, underscoring the...

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