Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Thursday exhorted the people to follow the high ideals of secularism, humanism and spirit of sacrifice as preached and practiced by ‘Hind Di Chaadar’ - the Ninth Guru Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur ji.
In his message on the occasion of Shaheedi Divas of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur ji, the Chief Minister said that Guru ji laid down his life to protect the right of freedom to worship and preserve human and secular values. He said that Guru ji’s supreme sacrifice was unique and un-paralleled in the history of mankind and symbolized the crusade against tyranny and oppression. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that the ninth guru of Sikhs sacrificed his life for the sake of preserving human rights in the country.

After 77 years of freedom Balluana- a Rural assembly segment of Fazilka district on Thursday got first government college as Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann dedicated the Government Degree College Sukhchain to give a major boost to the education sector in the region.

Addressing the gathering, the Chief Minister bemoaned that none of the previous governments thought of constructing such institutions in the region. He said that this college has been established after 77 years of independence and is aimed at giving an impetus to the education sector for welfare of students especially girls. Bhagwant Singh Mann envisioned that this will help in overcoming the scarcity of education in this rural area of the state.

Taking a jibe at the Akali leaders, the Chief Minister said that despite of tall lip service these leaders failed to deliver anything tangible to the people. He said that due to such misdeeds only the Akali leaders are now facing public wrath adding that in a democracy the power of a common man is supreme. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that people have the grit and courage to decide the fate of twenty years in just twenty minutes.

Three drug smugglers have been arrested with 5 kg heroin from Punjab, Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav said here on Thursday.

Those arrested have been identified as Husanpreet Singh, a resident of Amritsar, Karandeep Singha, alias Manna, and Maninder Singh, both residents of Attari Mandi in Amritsar.

Apart from recovering heroin, police teams have also seized drug money and impounded the accused's two-wheelers, which they were riding.

DGP Yadav said a team of Punjab Police's Counter Intelligence (CI) Amritsar has received a tip-off that accused Karandeep Singh and Maninder Singh were indulged in the smuggling of heroin and recently retrieved a huge consignment of heroin by Pakistan smugglers that was to be supplied to drug smuggler Husanpreet Singh.

The School of Nursing, Desh Bhagat University, hosted a heartfelt farewell party titled “Good Bye Gala” to bid adieu to the outgoing students of B.Sc Nursing IV year and M.Sc Nursing II year. The event was graced by esteemed dignitaries, including Dr. Zora Singh, Chancellor DBU, Dr. Tajinder Kaur, Pro-Chancellor DBU, Dr. Sandeep Singh, Worthy President DBU, Dr. Abhijit Joshi, Worthy Vice Chancellor DBU, Dr. Harsh Sadawarti, Vice President DBU and Dr. Virender Singh, Advisor to the Chancellor DBU.

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Wednesday envisioned that the state of the art ‘Nishaan-e-Inquilaab’ plaza will ever inspire the youngsters for selfless service to the nation by perpetuating the life and philosophy of Shaheed-e-Azam Bhagat Singh.

Addressing the gathering after dedicating the plaza to people which houses 30 feet high bronze statue of iconic martyr on Airport road, the Chief Minister said that this legendary martyr should not only be remembered only on his martyrdom day (March 23) or birthday (September 28) but he said that the iconic martyr should be remembered every moment. He said that this plaza, constructed at a cost of Rs 5 crore, will ever inspire our younger generations to follow the footsteps of the great martyr and serve the country zealously. Bhagwant Singh Mann expressed hope that this plaza will act as a lighthouse for the visitors coming from within the country and abroad by apprising them about the role of this legendary martyr.

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Wednesday patted the Punjab Police for foiling a deep rooted conspiracy to defame Punjab by vigilantly preventing an attack on Akali leader and former Deputy Chief Minister Sukhbir Singh Badal at Amritsar.

Interacting with the media persons on the sidelines of dedication of ‘Nishan-e-Inquilaab” plaza here today, the Chief Minister condemned the attack in the strongest terms and said that there is no place for such dastardly acts at a sacred place like Sri Harmandir Sahib. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that the state government had already deployed around 175 cops apart from the senior officers to prevent any untoward incident. He said that this produced the desired result as a conspiracy to bring bad name to the state was foiled by the Punjab Police who was keeping an eagle eye around Sri Harmandir Sahib.

Ashmita, a first-year BA LLB student from Desh Bhagat University, brought laurels to her institution by securing the 3rd prize in the prestigious Punjab State Inter-Varsity Youth Festival 2024. The event was organized by the Department of Youth Services, Punjab, and hosted at Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana. Ashmita competed in the Classical Instrumental Swar (Non-Percussion) category, showcasing her exceptional talent and dedication to the classical arts. 

Shiromani Akali Dal president Sukhbir Singh Badal has been assassinated. Former terrorist Narayan Singh Chaura tried to shoot Sukhbir Badal at Harmandir Sahib in Amritsar, Punjab. Chaura was arrested by security personnel.

Gunshots were fired in the premises of Harmandir Sahib in Amritsar where Akali leaders including party president Sukhbir Singh Badal are 'serving' under the sentences handed down by Sri Akal Takht Sahib on December 2.

The video of this entire accident is going viral on social media. In this video, a person comes close to Sukhbir Singh Badal and pulls out a gun, while people present near him catch the person. Meanwhile he fires several times.

In the video you can clearly see that a person moves towards them, meanwhile his guards stop that person and another guard comes in front of Sukhbir Badal to save him.

Celebrating International Men’s Day, the Department of Sociology in collaboration with Internal Quality Assurance Cell of the University, organized a thought-provoking seminar themed “Understanding Barriers: Breaking Gender Stereotypes for a Healthier Society.” The event brought together scholars, students, and experts for a dynamic discussion on the evolving role of men in modern society and the need to dismantle gender stereotypes to foster equity and inclusivity.

On the occasion of NCC Day, 58 cadets from Desh Bhagat University (DBU), representing the Army Wing, Air Wing, and Navy Wing, visited the Sant Amar Singh Ji Namdhari Old Age Home in Bassi Pathana and conducted a cleanliness drive in the area.This noble initiative was carried out under the guidance of DBU’s Chancellor Dr. Zora Singh and Pro-Chancellor Dr. Tajinder Kaur.The cadets were accompanied by Dr. Ajaypal Singh, DBU NCC Coordinator, and Gurjit Singh Pandher, CTO, as they engaged in meaningful interactions with the elderly residents.