Punjabi University Set to Reach New Heights Under the Leadership of Sikh Punjabi VC, Prof. (Dr.) Karamjeet Singh

Patiala: The Punjab government has given the additional charge of Vice-Chancellor of Punjabi University, Patiala, to Prof. (Dr.) Karamjeet Singh, the current Vice-Chancellor of Guru Nanak Dev University (GNDU), Amritsar. With his vast academic expertise and administrative experience, Punjabi University is expected to achieve new heights under his leadership. Prof. Karamjeet Singh, a Sikh Punjabi, is a highly respected academician with 38 years of teaching … Continue reading Punjabi University Set to Reach New Heights Under the Leadership of Sikh Punjabi VC, Prof. (Dr.) Karamjeet Singh

Punjab Jail Olympics 2025 Begins at Central Jail, Patiala

Jail Superintendent Varun Sharma Inaugurates Zonal Matches of Punjab Jail Olympics Patiala, February 3: The zonal matches of the Punjab Jail Olympics 2025, which will continue until February 9, commenced today at Central Jail, Patiala. Jail Superintendent Varun Sharma inaugurated the event and interacted with the participating inmate players, encouraging them to take an active part in the games. Varun Sharma informed that inmates from … Continue reading Punjab Jail Olympics 2025 Begins at Central Jail, Patiala

87 Rolls of Banned China, Nylon, and Synthetic Kite Strings Seized in Devigarh; Surprise Checking by Nagar Panchayat Team

• Complete Ban on China, Nylon, and Synthetic Kite Strings; Strict Legal Action Against Violators – E.O. Rakesh Kumar • Appeal to the Public: Avoid Using Banned China Kite Strings Devigarh, January 31: Today, the Nagar Panchayat Devigarh team conducted a surprise checking in the markets of Devigarh to seize banned China, nylon, and synthetic kite strings, resulting in the confiscation of 87 rolls of … Continue reading 87 Rolls of Banned China, Nylon, and Synthetic Kite Strings Seized in Devigarh; Surprise Checking by Nagar Panchayat Team

Under “Doctor Aapke Dwar” Scheme, Patiala Receives Mobile Medical Unit Van as a Pilot Project

• Deputy Commissioner hands over MMU keys to District Red Cross Secretary; Free medical services to be provided at doorsteps of the needy. • MMU to include a doctor, pharmacist, and nurse; Free healthcare services to be offered – Dr. Preeti Yadav. • Mobile medical van to visit government schools for anemia testing under Anemia Mukt campaign. Patiala, January 30: Under the innovative initiative “Doctor … Continue reading Under “Doctor Aapke Dwar” Scheme, Patiala Receives Mobile Medical Unit Van as a Pilot Project

Government Employees Delaying Public Services to Face Fines Up to ₹5,000: Additional Deputy Commissioner

Key Meeting Held with Departments to Ensure Timely Delivery of Public Services Under Punjab Transparency and Accountability Act Fazilka, January 29 – To strictly implement the Punjab Transparency and Accountability Act, Additional Deputy Commissioner (General) Dr. Mandeep Kaur held a meeting with officials from various departments. She stated that under this Act, 921 services from 39 departments have been notified, each with a stipulated time … Continue reading Government Employees Delaying Public Services to Face Fines Up to ₹5,000: Additional Deputy Commissioner

Guest Faculty of Government Colleges Protest at Education Minister’s Village Gambhirpur; Postpone Dharna to February 4 for Panel Meeting (Warn of Punjab Bhawan Gherao if Issue Unresolved: Front Leaders)

The Guest Faculty Assistant Professors of government colleges, under the leadership of the Joint Front Punjab, held a protest at the native village of Higher Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains, Gambhirpur. They raised slogans against the government, expressing their anger. The front leaders stated that they have been fighting for the security of their jobs for the past three months but have only received repeated … Continue reading Guest Faculty of Government Colleges Protest at Education Minister’s Village Gambhirpur; Postpone Dharna to February 4 for Panel Meeting (Warn of Punjab Bhawan Gherao if Issue Unresolved: Front Leaders)

Guest Faculty Professors’ Jobs at Risk Despite Assurances: Protest Planned at Gambhirpur on January 25

The job security of guest faculty assistant professors working in government colleges in Punjab remains uncertain, despite assurances from Punjab’s Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains. Over three and a half months ago, the Guest Faculty Joint Front of Government Colleges, Punjab, met with the minister at the Chief Secretariat in Chandigarh, where he promised to formulate a policy to regularize their jobs. However, no action … Continue reading Guest Faculty Professors’ Jobs at Risk Despite Assurances: Protest Planned at Gambhirpur on January 25

964 Days After Sidhu Moose Wala’s Tragic Death, Family Demands Justice

Punjab, January 18, 2025 Mumbai recently witnessed an attack on Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan, prompting Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal to criticize both state and central governments. He questioned how ordinary citizens could feel safe if even prominent figures are at risk. While supporting his concerns, the father of slain Punjabi singer Sidhu Moose Wala, Balkaur Singh, raised his own questions regarding the unresolved … Continue reading 964 Days After Sidhu Moose Wala’s Tragic Death, Family Demands Justice

Court Issues Arrest Warrants for 25 Farmers Over PM Modi’s Security Breach in Punjab

Ferozepur, Punjab, January 17, 2025 In connection with the security lapse during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Ferozepur on January 5, 2022, a local Sessions Court has issued arrest warrants for 25 members of the Bharti Kisan Union (Krantikari) and Krantikari Pendu Mazdoor Union. The incident occurred when the Prime Minister’s convoy was left stranded on a flyover due to road blockades by protesting … Continue reading Court Issues Arrest Warrants for 25 Farmers Over PM Modi’s Security Breach in Punjab

Health Concerns Mount as Farmers’ Hunger Strike Crosses 52 Days; Punjab Government Faces Tough Questions

The hunger strike led by farmer leader Sardar Jagjit Singh Dallewal at the Khanauri Morcha, which began on November 26, 2024, has entered its 52nd day today. Dallewal has been on a water-only fast, which has further deteriorated his health, raising serious concerns. According to reports, Dallewal, who weighed 86.95 kg at the start of the protest, now weighs only 66.4 kg. Doctors have revealed … Continue reading Health Concerns Mount as Farmers’ Hunger Strike Crosses 52 Days; Punjab Government Faces Tough Questions