Punjab news

Chandigarh: The Punjab government, led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, has convened a special session of the Punjab Vidhan Sabha on May 1 following recent political developments involving defections of Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Rajya…

Chandigarh,: Former Deputy Chief Minister and Member of Parliament Sukhjinder Singh Randhawa on Tuesday sharply criticised both the Punjab and Central governments following the attempted blast on the Rajpura–Shambhu railway track, calling…

Chandigarh: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Tuesday presented a comprehensive report card of his Netherlands-Finland visit, asserting that the Punjab Government has secured concrete global partnerships in agriculture, industry,…

Patiala: In a major breakthrough in the Shambhu railway track blast case, Patiala Police has uncovered a terror module allegedly backed by Pakistan’s intelligence agency, the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), with operational links…

Chandigarh: Punjab Vidhan Sabha Speaker Sardar Kultar Singh Sandhwan today met the employees association of Cooperation Department and detailed discussions were held on issues related to Service Rules 1997, new pay scales, and other…

Chandigarh :Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Monday reviewed the state’s flood preparedness and approved the procurement of advanced amphibious machines to strengthen flood prevention and relief operations ahead of the monsoon…

Chandigarh: Punjab may soon emerge as a new hub for hydrocarbon resources, with the state government initiating steps towards exploration of natural gas and oil following recent prospects of potash discovery. Punjab Mining and Geology…

Rupnagar : The Punjab government, under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, on Sunday commenced statewide celebrations of the 650th Parkash Purb of Guru Ravidas with a grand spiritual Kirtan Darbar held at Nehru Stadium in…

Ferozepur:  The Ferozepur  police has achieved major success under the ongoing drives “War Against Drugs” and “Action Against Gangsters” said Senior Superintendent of Police Bhupinder Singh Sidhu, while addressing a press meet. Acting on…

Chandigarh: Facing a sharp and sudden surge in electricity demand driven by an intense heatwave, the Bhagwant Mann Government has moved swiftly to ensure uninterrupted power supply across Punjab, with Power Minister Sanjeev Arora asserting…

Chandigarh;  Punjab Horticulture Minister Mohinder Bhagat said that the Agriculture Infrastructure Fund (AIF) Scheme is proving highly beneficial for small and medium farmers across the state. Under the scheme, farmers can avail financial…

CHANDIGARH: With Punjab heading towards the monsoon season, Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Saturday ordered Deputy Commissioners to complete all flood protection works within deadline, warning officials of personal accountability for…

Chandigarh: Proving true to its promise of a hassle free procurement season, the Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann led State Government is ensuring prompt action with regard to procuring the produce promptly and crediting the…

CHANDIGARH; In a major push to boost crop diversification and further expand cotton acreage in the State, Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Singh Mann led Punjab Government will provide a  33% subsidy on certified BT cotton hybrids and Desi cotton…

Chandigarh Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann today made a sarcastic comment on exodus of 7 AAP MPs. He said, "Ginger, garlic, cumin, fenugreek powder, red chili, black pepper, and coriander—these 7 things together make the vegetable taste…

CHANDIGARH: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann delivered a firm and uncompromising message to the BJP, asserting that ever since strict laws against ‘beadbi’ (sacrilege) were enacted, the BJP’s unease has been evident as it struggles…

CHANDIGARH: In a significant move to support the Punjab’s essential grassroots healthcare workforce, Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema, operating in his capacity as the Chairman of the Cabinet Sub-Committee constituted to resolve…

Chandigarh: Punjab Water Resources, Soil and Water Conservation and Mining & Geology Minister Barinder Kumar Goyal conducted a high-level review meeting of the three departments and issued strict directions aimed at…

Chandigarh: Reaffirming the Punjab Government’s commitment to the welfare and holistic development of dependent and vulnerable children, Minister for Social Security, Women and Child Development, Dr. Baljit Kaur, announced the release of…

CHANDIGARH/AMRITSAR: In a major breakthrough amidst the ongoing drive to make Punjab a safe and secure state as per directions of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, Amritsar Commissionerate Police has busted a cross-border drug and arms…