The Punjab Vidhan Sabha, on Thursday, paid tributes to departed souls including the deceased of Ahmedabad plane crash, who had passed away since the last session of the Assembly.

During the 9th (special) session of the 16th Punjab Vidhan Sabha, the House paid respects to the departed soul of MLA Tarn Taran Dr. Kashmir Singh Sohal, former Union Minister S. Sukhdev Singh Dhindsa, Eminent Writer Dr. Rattan Singh Jaggi, Martyr Naik Sh. Surinder Singh, Martyr Lance Naik Sh. Baljeet Singh, Martyr Lance Naik Sh. Gurpreet Singh, Abohar businessman Sh. Sanjay Verma and the deceased of the recent plane crash at Ahmedabad.

A two-minute silence was observed in the memory of departed souls as a mark of respect during the obituary references.

CHANDIGARH, July 10:

          With the war against drugs “Yudh Nashian Virudh” waged on the directions of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann to eradicate drug menace from state completed 131 days, Punjab Police on Thursday arrested 129 drug smugglers and recovered 4.2 kg heroin, 509 grams opium and ₹23,370 drug money from their possession. With this, the number of total drug smugglers arrested has reached to 21,356 in just 131 days.

          The operation was conducted on the directions of Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab Gaurav Yadav simultaneously in all 28 Police districts of the state.

          Notably, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann has asked the Commissioners of Police, Deputy Commissioners and Senior Superintendent of Police to make Punjab drug free state. The Punjab government has also constituted a 5-member Cabinet Sub Committee led by Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema to monitor the war against drugs.

          Divulging details, Special DGP Law and Order Arpit Shukla informed that over 180 Police teams, comprising over 1300 police personnel, under the supervision of 84 gazetted officers have conducted raids at as many as 414 locations across the state leading to the registration of 92 first information reports (FIRs) across the state. Police teams have also checked as many as 456 suspicious persons during the day-long operation, he added.

          The Special DGP said that with the state government has enforced a three-pronged strategy— Enforcement, Deaddiction and Prevention (EDP)— to eradicate drugs from the state, the Punjab Police as part of ‘De-addiction’ has convinced 86 persons to undergo de-addiction and rehabilitation treatment today.

Chandigarh, July 10 :

In a significant step towards women empowerment, the Punjab government, led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, has decided to send 1,500 of the best-performing women Sarpanch/ Panchs to Nanded Sahib to pay obeisance.

Providing details, the Chief Minister said the initiative is being undertaken to commemorate the 350th martyrdom day of the ninth Sikh Guru, Sri Guru Teg Bahadur Sahib. He said that the state government will bear the entire cost of boarding and lodging for these women Sarpanch/ Panchs. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that Special trains will be arranged to facilitate their visit to the sacred site, where they will also receive training in Maharashtra.

The Chief Minister emphasized that Nanded Sahib holds immense spiritual importance for every Punjabi, and many aspire to visit it at least once in their lifetime. He added that these women Sarpanch/ Panch exemplify the spirit of women empowerment, and the government wants to honor their contributions by enabling them to undertake this pilgrimage. Bhagwant Singh Mann expressed hope that these Sarpanch/ Panchs would pray for peace, progress, and prosperity for the state and its people adding that the government is finalizing all necessary modalities to ensure the smooth execution of this initiative.

The Chief Minister further stated that the previous Congress government had agreed to deploy CISF personnel to protect dams across Punjab. However, he announced that the current government would introduce a resolution in the Punjab Vidhan Sabha on Friday to reverse this decision. Bhagwant Singh Mann asserted that the Punjab Police is fully capable of safeguarding the state’s interests, noting, “If Punjabis can guard the nation’s borders, they can certainly protect their own dams.”

In a sharp political jab, the Chief Minister advised Sunil Jakhar to focus on saving his party and position rather than commenting on other issues. He remarked that the former Congress leader, now in the BJP, is rattled by the saffron party’s recent defeat in the Ludhiana by-election. Bhagwant Singh Mann criticized such leaders for frequently switching allegiances and showing little concern for the people of Punjab.

Highlighting reforms in the state police, the Chief Minister noted that efforts are underway to enhance manpower and resources in the Punjab Police, which hasn’t seen a manpower increase in years. He said the government is committed to strengthening the force’s efficiency and upholding its proud legacy. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that it is the bounden duty of the government in the larger interest of state and its people.

The Chief Minister also declared that the government would expose the “dubious character” of opposition leaders, including those from the Congress, during the upcoming Vidhan Sabha session. He accused leaders like Jakhar and Bajwa of raising baseless issues adding that they were least bothered about state during their days in power. Speaking on drug-related issues, Bhagwant Singh Mann blamed the Akali regime for fostering the drug trade, noting that the kingpin of the ‘Chitta’ (synthetic drugs) racket is currently lodged in Nabha jail adding that those responsible would face legal consequences for their actions.

The Chief Minister also criticized certain Kisan Unions, alleging that they no longer represent genuine farmer interests and have instead become self-serving entities. He reiterated the state’s commitment to curbing illegal colonies through its proposed land pooling policy. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that the self proclaimed farmer leaders are trying to mislead people on this issue.

Finally, taking aim at Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Chief Minister said that while the PM finds time to tour foreign countries, he fails to address the concerns of 140 crore Indians. He criticized Modi for celebrating foreign honors from countries with populations as small as 10,000 while neglecting the nation’s pressing issues. “This reflects the sorry state of affairs in the country,” Bhagwant Singh Mann said.

Chandigarh, July 10 – Haryana Health Minister, Kumari Arti Singh Rao, today formally inaugurated the newly renovated administrative building of Maharaja Agrasen Medical College in Agroha. On this occasion, she also announced a grant of Rs.21 lakh for various development works in the college. President, Maharaja Agrasen Medical Education and Scientific Research Society and MLA, Hisar Smt. Savitri Jindal, former MP General D.P. Vats, Senior Vice Chairman, Sh. Madhusudan Agrawal was also present.

During the ceremony, Kumari Arti Rao appreciated the college administration for upgrading the building with modern amenities and advanced technology. She said that this new facility will help streamline academic and administrative functions, creating a better environment for students, faculty, and staff.

After the inauguration, the Health Minister also chaired a meeting of the Executive Council of the Maharaja Agrasen Medical College Society. Key discussions focused on the development of the college, enhancing academic excellence, and strengthening the healthcare infrastructure.

She said that Maharaja Agrasen Medical College stands as a vital institution for both medical education and healthcare services in the state.  Our goal is to ensure that this college not only imparts high-quality medical education but also provides the people of Haryana with reliable and accessible healthcare, she added.

Smt.Savitri Jindal highlighted the Maharaja Agrasen Medical Education and Scientific Research society’s goals and future plans. She shared how the society, in collaboration with the Haryana Government, is dedicated to excellence in medical education and research, while ensuring quality health services reach the community.

Professors , faculty members, officers from the Health Department, and others also remained present. 

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*‘पंजाब के मुख्यमंत्री भगवंत मान साहब को मनोचिकित्सक से अपनी जांच करवानी चाहिए’- ऊर्जा, परिवहन एवं श्रम मंत्री श्री अनिल विज*

*पंजाब के मुख्यमंत्री भगवंत सिंह मान द्वारा प्रधानमंत्री के बारे में की गई टिप्पणी दुर्भाग्यपूर्ण हैं- अनिल विज*

*‘‘जिस प्रकार छोटे बच्चे सुबह उठकर दूध के लिए रोने लग जाते हैं उसी प्रकार रणदीप सिंह सुरजेवाला भी सुबह उठकर रोने लग जाते है’’ – विज*

*हमारी सरकार पिछले 10 साल से गुडगांव में पानी निकासी के लिए काम कर रही  – विज*

चण्डीगढ, 11 जुलाई- हरियाणा के ऊर्जा, परिवहन एवं श्रम मंत्री श्री अनिल विज ने आज फिर पंजाब के मुख्यमंत्री भगवंत सिंह मान को सलाह देते हुए कहा कि ‘‘पंजाब के मुख्यमंत्री भगवंत मान साहब को मनोचिकित्सक से अपनी जांच करवानी चाहिए क्योंकि वे प्रधानमंत्री के बारे में इस प्रकार की बातें कर रहे हैं, जोकि ठीक नहीं है’’। इसी प्रकार, श्री विज ने आज कांग्रेस नेता रणदीप सिंह सूरजेवाला को भी आडे हाथों लेते हुए कहा कि ‘‘जिस प्रकार छोटे बच्चे सुबह उठकर दूध के लिए रोने लग जाते हैं उसी प्रकार सुरजेवाला भी सुबह उठकर रोने लग जाते है’’।

श्री विज आज मीडिया कर्मियों द्वारा पंजाब के मुख्यमंत्री भगवंत सिंह मान द्वारा प्रधानमंत्री श्री नरेन्द्र मोदी को लेकर दिए गए मजाकिया ब्यान कि उन्हें लगता है कि प्रधानमंत्री घाना गए हुए हैं और वो भी 140 करोड आबादी वाले देश को छोडकर 10 हजार आबादी वाले देश में गए हैं, जहां उन्हें सर्वोच्च पुरस्कार भी मिलता है, के संबंध में पूछे गए सवाल का जवाब दे रहे थे।

*प्रधानमंत्री नरेन्द्र मोदी को विदेश में वहां का सर्वोच्च पुरस्कार मिलना गर्व की बात है- विज*  

उन्होंने पंजाब के मुख्यमंत्री पर पलटवार करते हुए भगवंत मान से सवाल करते हुए कहा कि देश के प्रधानमंत्री अफ्रीका, घाना, त्रिनीदाद जैसे देशों की यात्रा पर गए थे, क्या वे देश नहीं है ? क्या वहां लोगों के साथ संबंध नहीं बनाने चाहिए? श्री विज ने कहा कि हमें सभी देशों के साथ संबंध बनाने चाहिए, लेकिन मान साहब द्वारा इस प्रकार की टिप्पणी करना बहुत ही दुर्भाग्यपूर्ण है। श्री विज ने पंजाब के मुख्यमंत्री को समझाते हुए कहा कि प्रधानमंत्री नरेन्द्र मोदी हर देश में जा रहे हैं इसमें छोटे-बड़े का कोई सवाल नहीं है और वहां से कुछ लोगों ने उन्हें सर्वाेच्च का पुरस्कार भी दिया है जो देश के लिए गर्व की बात है।

*हमारी सरकार पिछले 10 साल से गुडगांव में पानी निकासी के लिए काम कर रही  – विज*

कांग्रेस नेता रणदीप सिंह सुरजेवाला ने गुरुग्राम में हुए जलभराव को लेकर ट्वीट करते हुए लिखा है कि मिलेनियम सिटी गुड़गांव से जलगांव तक बीजेपी की ट्रिपल इंजन सरकार का तोहफा है, के संबंध में पत्रकारों द्वारा पूछे गए सवाल के जवाब में श्री विज ने कहा कि गुड़गांव जब बसा था, तब कांग्रेस की ही सरकार थी, नाले नालियां और निकासी का काम जब शहर बस रहा होता है तभी किया जाता है, लेकिन हमारी सरकार पिछले 10 साल से पानी निकासी के लिए काम कर रही है।

उन्होंने तंज कसते हुए रणदीप सिंह सूरजेवाला की तुलना छोटे बच्चे से करते हुए कहा कि ‘‘जिस प्रकार छोटे बच्चे सुबह उठकर दूध के लिए रोने लग जाते हैं उसी प्रकार सुरजेवाला भी सुबह उठकर रोने लग जाते है’’।
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*“Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann should get himself examined by a psychiatrist” – Haryana Energy, Transport and Labour Minister Sh. Anil Vij*

*“The remarks made by Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann about the Prime Minister are unfortunate” – Anil Vij*

*“Just like small children wake up in the morning crying for milk, Randeep Singh Surjewala also wakes up and starts crying” – Vij*

*“Our government has been working on water drainage in Gurugram for the past 10 years” – Vij*

Chandigarh, July 11 – Haryana’s Energy, Transport and Labour Minister Sh. Anil Vij once again commented on Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, and said that “Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann should get himself examined by a psychiatrist because the way he speaks about the Prime Minister is not appropriate.” In the same context, Sh. Vij also criticized Congress leader Randeep Singh Surjewala, and said that “Just like small children cry in the morning for milk, Surjewala too wakes up and starts crying every morning.”

Sh.  Vij was responding to media questions regarding a sarcastic comment made by Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann about Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in which Mann reportedly said that it seems the PM went to Ghana—leaving behind a country of 1.4 billion to visit a country with only 10,000 people—and even received their highest award.

*“It is a matter of pride that Prime Minister Narendra Modi received the highest award from a foreign country” – Vij*

Responding strongly to Bhagwant Mann’s comment, Sh. Anil Vij questioned that “The Prime Minister visited countries like Africa, Ghana, and Trinidad. Are these not countries? Should we not build relations with their people?” He added that India should foster relations with all nations and called Mann’s remarks deeply unfortunate. He emphasized that“The Prime Minister visits all countries, whether big or small, and has received top honors from some of them — which is a proud moment for our nation.”

*“Our government has been working on water drainage in Gurugram for the last 10 years” – Vij*

When asked about Randeep Singh Surjewala’s tweet criticizing the BJP for waterlogging in Gurugram — where he wrote, “From Millennium City to ‘Jalgaon’ is the gift of BJP’s triple-engine government”, Sh. Vij responded that “When Gurugram was developed, it was under Congress rule. Drainage systems, sewers, and water exit planning are done at the time of city planning. Our government, however, has been working on water drainage for the past 10 years.” He again mocked Surjewala and said that “Just like children wake up crying for milk, Surjewala wakes up crying every morning.”

Chandigarh, 09 July 2025. Haryana State Narcotics Control Bureau (HSNCB) chief O.P. Singh stated that the campaign against drug traffickers will no longer remain limited to arrests alone, but will now move forward to completely dismantle the illegal earnings, properties, and networks of drug smugglers. This fight will be fought simultaneously on three fronts — law, technology, and society.
He made these remarks while addressing officers at a meeting held at the headquarters in Panchkula. The meeting was attended by HSNCB Superintendents of Police Pankhuri Kumar, Mohit Handa, District Public Prosecutors, DSPs, and Unit In-Charges from across the state.

– Focus on Urban Hotspots – Coordination of Law, Society, and Public Awareness
During the meeting, Mr. Singh directed that the major drug-affected urban areas in the state should be identified, and a coordinated strategy should be implemented there — combining legal action, public participation, and extensive awareness campaigns. He stated that drugs are a social disease that must be eradicated with the joint effort of the public, administration, and police. This war will not be won merely through arrests but also through social consciousness and behavioral change.

– Economic Front Attack: Illicit Properties of Smugglers to be Seized and Destroyed
The HSNCB chief also made it clear that the main focus of the crackdown will now be on eliminating the illicit wealth of drug traffickers. Under the PIT NDPS Act, habitual drug offenders will be detained, their properties will be attached first, then seized and publicly destroyed. The message is clear: in Haryana, every illegally earned asset from drugs will now come under the scrutiny of the law and be struck at its foundation.

– Six-Month Action Shows Impact: 138 FIRs Registered, 247 Arrests
The meeting reviewed the report from January to June 2025, which revealed that HSNCB registered 138 FIRs and arrested 247 drug traffickers during this period. Out of these, 40 cases were related to commercial quantities, while the rest involved medium and small quantities. Mr. Singh emphasized the need to improve these numbers further and instructed the officers to focus more on commercial drug cases and take necessary steps to expedite pending cases in courts.

– Cyber, Economic, and Digital Investigations Will Be New Weapons
It was also decided to give technology a key role in this fight. The HSNCB chief said that now the digital networks of drug dealing, online transactions, social media connections, and other cyber links will be investigated. Police units have been directed to monitor all aspects of criminals — economic, cyber, and networking — through multi-dimensional investigation and integrate digital forensics into their probes.

– Synthetic Drugs in Gurugram-NCR a Concern: Special Surveillance Ordered
Concern was expressed over the rising trend of synthetic and pharmaceutical drugs in Gurugram and NCR regions. The HSNCB has issued directions to run special vigilance campaigns and strengthen the intelligence network in these areas. It was emphasized that it is imperative to destroy these drug networks targeting the youth.

– Public Cooperation Crucial: Information Can Be Shared on Helpline Numbers 9050891508 and 1933
To actively involve the general public in this campaign, NCB has released two helpline numbers — 9050891508 and 1933. Anyone can confidentially share information about drug activities in their locality through these numbers. The public was urged to participate in this mission, as this fight is not just the police’s, but of the entire society.

– Priority to School-College Campaigns and Rehabilitation
The HSNCB chief said that to strike at the social roots of drug addiction, campaigns including seminars in schools and colleges, discussions on the ill effects of drugs, and street plays are being planned. Additionally, new rehabilitation centers will be established for drug victims, and emotionally resonant messages like “Rehabilitation is a Right” will be used to promote positive thinking in society.

– Not Just Arrests – The Mission Will Succeed by Hitting Networks, Money, and Mindset
The HSNCB meeting made it clear that the anti-drug campaign in the state will no longer remain superficial. It has become a comprehensive and state-wide public movement, with a concrete action plan across legal enforcement, economic disruption, and social participation. This mission is not just a government effort, but a people’s commitment to make Haryana drug-free.

The occasion of Research Appreciation Day was successfully observed in the Advanced Paediatric Centre (APC) Auditorium, PGIMER, Chandigarh, organised by the Association of Basic Medical Scientists (ABMS), under the leadership of Ms. Shaveta Jain (President, ABMS), from 4^th – 5^th July, 2025. The event aimed to recognize and celebrate the hard work, innovation, and dedication of the research fraternity of PGIMER, as well as honour the efforts being put by every single researcher in advancing knowledge and solving real-world problems to improve lives. The event emphasized on appreciating the mentors, colleagues, collaborators, funding agencies, and institutions—without whom the efforts of researchers would lack the structure and support needed to thrive. The event was a reminder that research is never a solitary journey, but a collaborative mission. The attendees were students from various courses, research scholars, and staff. The event started with a welcome address by Ms. Shaveta Jain (President, ABMS). Prof. R K Ratho, Dean (Academics), PGIMER, inaugurated the event. This was followed by the cover page reveal of the ABMS magazine “BioRachana” by Prof. R K Ratho and Dr. Parmananda Guptasarma (Dean of Faculty, IISER Mohali), set to be released during this calendar year. Faculty from various departments of PGIMER also marked their presence during this 2-day event including Dr. Sapna Pahil (Medical Microbiology), Dr. Rani Ojha (Urology), Dr. Anupam Mittal (Translational & Regenerative Medicine), Dr. Subhabrata Sarkar (Virology), and Dr. Deeksha Pal (Urology).

The event included lectures from eminent personalities including Dr. Parmananda Guptasarma (Dean of Faculty, IISER Mohali), Dr. Akhilesh Kumar (Scientist, ThermoFisher Scientific India), and Dr. Akshay Nag (CEO, Central University of Punjab Research & Development Foundation). The attendees were given insights into the scope of career in academia and industry for researchers. The event also highlighted that research is not only about discovering new knowledge but also about making a positive impact on people’s lives. Various activities & competitions were conducted during the 2-day event to bring out the creative side of the researchers. These included Open mic, Magazine cover competition, Petri Plate Painting Competition, “Behind the Paper” Storytelling, Photography & Videography competitions, and Science Quiz.  There was a lucky draw as well at the end of both the days where selected attendees received surprise gifts. The 2-day event ended with a movie night. During the vote of thanks, Ms. Shaveta Jain motivated the researchers to create an environment that encourages young minds to join in the spirit of ABMS where research is not feared for its complexity but admired for its power to transform. The organizing team comprised of the current ABMS executive committee including, Mr. Ajay Kumar (Vice- President), Ms. Ankita Arora (General Secretary), Shivani Kavidayal (Joint Secretary Female), Mr. Shiv Charan (Joint Secretary Male), Ms. Praisy K Prabha (Treasurer), Mr. Jagdeep Singh (Literary Secretary), Ms. Rupali Dhingra (Cultural Secretary), Mr. Anikait Kaushal (Sports Secretary), Ms. Gurkirat Kaur (Hostel Secretary Female), and Mr. Inderjeet Kumar (Hostel Secretary Male), under the leadership of Ms. Shaveta Jain (President).