Chandigarh, Feb 6 (IANS) Marking a decisive institutional commitment to the legacy of Guru Ravidass, the Punjab government on Friday formally launched year-long celebrations for the 650th Guru Purb, laying out a clear sequence of religious, cultural and academic initiatives that will run across the state until February 20, 2027.Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann inaugurated the commemorations with the announcement of sustained congregations, Sant Sammelans, katha-kirtan programmes, conventions and uni…
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Amritsar, Jan 15 (IANS) Expressing concern over rising drug abuse among the youth in Punjab, President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday said that in recent years, the problem has emerged as a serious challenge, affecting the youth the most. “This problem is impacting not only health but also the social, economic, and moral fabric of society. A lasting solution to this problem is essential for a healthy society,” she said in her address at the 50th golden jubilee convocation of Guru Nanak Dev Unive…
Amritsar, Jan 15 (IANS) Stressing on scientific temperament and women empowerment, President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday flagged the problem of drug abuse in Punjab, calling for a lasting solution to the menace.Addressing the convocation ceremony of the Guru Nanak Dev University at Amritsar, the President said the role of educational institutions is crucial for finding a solution to the drug abuse problem and all stakeholders should make every possible effort to guide the youth in the right direc…
Amritsar, Jan 15 (IANS) Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann will appear before the Akal Takht, the highest temporal seat of the Sikhs, here on Thursday for allegedly making derogatory remarks on Sikh tenets. He is skipping the Golden Jubilee Convention of Guru Nanak Dev University (GNDU) in Amritsar to be presided over by President Droupadi Murmu owing to his appearance before the Akal Takht.CM Mann is the third Chief Minister to be summoned by the Akal Takht after Parkash Singh Badal and Surjit…
Chandigarh, Jan 5 (IANS) Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann said on Monday that he will appear before the Sri Akal Takht Sahib as a humble and devout Sikh instead of being a Chief Minister. In a post on X, CM Mann said that, “Sri Akal Takht Sahib is sacred for every Sikh and is considered as the highest temporal seat of the community.””Any command or order from Sri Akal Takht Sahib Ji is acceptable with full reverence and will be obeyed. I will walk barefoot before Sri Akal Takht Sahib as a hum…