The Punjab government has issued a major reshuffle, transferring 22 senior IPS officers to new roles following their promotions. Key appointments include new police chiefs for several districts. Get the full list of postings here.
Ex-CM Charanjit Channi's active ground outreach & viral social media songs spark debate on his role as Congress's 2027 Punjab face. Analysis of rural poll results & political momentum.
Punjab Cabinet approves 19+ acres in Lehragaga for a Jain community-run minority medical college. The project includes a 220-bed hospital and 50 MBBS seats, to be expanded later. Read details.
Punjab Cabinet approves 19-acre land for Jain minority medical college in Lehragaga, extends Amnesty Policy 2025, reduces GMADA property prices by 22.5%, and greenlights Sutlej desilting. Key decisions for state development.
Punjab Congress chief Amarinder Singh Raja Warring clarifies he is not in the race for Chief Minister. His primary aim is to ensure the Congress party's victory in the 2027 Punjab Assembly elections. Read his full statement.
Punjab Cabinet greenlights a new government medical college in Lehragaga and a progressive Digital Punjab Open Universities Policy to boost higher education access.
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann reshuffles cabinet for 9th time, hands crucial Local Bodies portfolio to Sanjeev Arora ahead of Feb municipal polls. Arora now holds 4 key departments.
Punjab's government announces a surge in global investments, promising better job opportunities and skill development for its youth. Discover how this economic push will transform the state's employment landscape.
Punjab government grapples with a severe administrative crunch as 14 senior IAS officers retire in 2026, with many already without postings. Read about the impact on state governance.
Ahead of civic body elections, Punjab's AAP government gives Local Govt portfolio to Sanjeev Arora, consolidating key departments under one minister. Read the strategic move details.
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann gives crucial local govt portfolio to Sanjeev Arora ahead of civic body elections. Arora now holds industries, power & local govt. Details inside.
In a significant Punjab cabinet reshuffle, Power Minister Sanjeev Arora has been given the Local Government department. The move aims to streamline governance ahead of key civic challenges.
Punjab government extends school closure till January 13 due to severe cold wave. All government and private schools affected. Check latest updates and safety guidelines here.
The Punjab government extends school holidays till January 13 for all classes due to severe cold and dense fog. Check the official order and safety guidelines here.
Punjab's new mineral policy introduces online auctions, new site categories to tackle raw material shortages, curb corruption, and boost state revenue. Read more.
The BJP gears up for its first-ever state conference in Punjab on April 27-28, aiming to galvanize workers and project a strong alternative. Key leaders to attend.
Punjab Health Minister Dr Balbir Singh mandates strict adherence to guidelines in the Rs 10-lakh Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna. Key stakeholders pledge cooperation for smooth rollout. #Punjab #Healthcare
Punjab Health Minister Dr Balbir Singh chaired a review meeting in Patiala, focusing on urban development and launching the second phase of the 'War Against Drugs' campaign. Key initiatives include traffic management and youth employment.
An RTI activist and three journalists have approached the Punjab & Haryana High Court seeking to quash an FIR filed against them for questioning the use of the Punjab CM's official helicopter. They claim it's a free speech issue. Read more.
A 2024 Jal Jeevan Mission survey reveals 87.8% of Punjab households are satisfied with tap water quality, lower than India's 92.4%. Discover district-wise data and key findings.
Punjab's economic woes stem from a deeper collapse of belief. Explore why fiscal stress, migration, and stalled industry are symptoms of a profound crisis of confidence in the state's future.
Punjab Minister Barinder Kumar Goyal distributed Rs 3.72 crore housing grants in Moonak and launched a Rs 32.8 lakh flood control project on the Ghaggar river. Read about the state's initiatives for farmers and underprivileged families.
Bihar CM Nitish Kumar's assets are lower than most of his ministers. Only three cabinet colleagues have declared less wealth than the Chief Minister. Discover the details.
Punjab government extends deadline for its 'Settlement of Arrears of Tax Dues Scheme' to March 31, 2025. Traders get more time to clear pending dues with significant concessions. Act now to benefit!
Punjab's 2025 policy push amended a 160-year-old law, launched a one-time settlement for disputes, and outlined a plan to save MSMEs. Industry eyes better GST refunds and execution in 2026.
A look back at 2025 in Punjab politics: Bhagwant Mann's humour, Sukhbir Badal's revival, flood heroes, and the personalities that defined a dramatic year. Read the full analysis.
Punjab's debt crisis escalates to Rs 3.73 lakh crore, consuming 46% of revenue. This fiscal emergency threatens development and demands urgent policy action. Read the full analysis.
Punjab assembly's MGNREGA debate reveals AAP's strategy to frame it as an anti-Dalit move, countering BJP's outreach. SCs form 70% of scheme's workers. Explore the political narrative.
Punjab Cabinet approves major reduction in enhancement charges for Mohali sectors 76-80, final rate now Rs 2,216 per sq metre. MLA Kulwant Singh calls it a New Year gift, urges prompt payment.
Punjab Assembly passes three crucial Bills to simplify land ownership, digitize records, and rationalize stamp duty. The move aims to reduce public hardship and expedite legal processes.