Mann Gives 505 Bus Permits, Ends Transport Monopoly in Punjab
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann awards 505 mini bus permits to youth, dismantling family-run monopolies. New buses, app-based booking, and toll plaza closures announced to boost public transport.
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann awards 505 mini bus permits to youth, dismantling family-run monopolies. New buses, app-based booking, and toll plaza closures announced to boost public transport.
AAP wins 218 seats but fails to secure clear majority in 9 key districts, forcing reliance on allies & independents. Analysis of Punjab's rural poll results and political implications.
Aam Aadmi Party sweeps Punjab panchayat polls, winning 218 zila parishads. Congress alleges misuse of power, while SAD's Malwa comeback sparks BJP alliance buzz. Analysis for 2027.
A 40-year-old man was shot dead in Punjab's Hoshiarpur district. The police have registered a case and are investigating the motive behind the brutal killing.
Punjab govt is creating eight nature parks in Pathankot, Patiala, Amritsar & Hoshiarpur under the Greening Punjab Mission to enhance forest cover and environmental awareness.
Parliament has approved the Insurance Amendment Bill 2025, amending three key laws: the Insurance Act, 1938, LIC Act, 1956, and IRDA Act, 1999. Read about the sector's transformation.
Ludhiana's MSMEs, once Punjab's economic backbone, complain of neglect, funding woes, and pending VAT refunds while govt courts large investments. Read the full story.
The UAE introduces sweeping reforms to corporate tax, VAT, and company laws, simplifying compliance and offering clearer guidance for businesses. Explore the key changes effective from 2026.
Punjab Police arrested three individuals and seized 5.5 kg of heroin in a significant drug bust in Tarn Taran. The operation highlights ongoing efforts to combat narcotics smuggling in the state.
Punjab records 83.87% conviction rate in NDPS cases from 2022-2025, with 21,625 convictions. Discover the district-wise performance and new tech-driven enforcement mechanisms.
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann chairs strategic dialogue with UK, targeting collaboration in higher education, textiles, engineering, auto components, and agro-processing. Explore the new roadmap.
Punjab's Zila Parishad and Block Samiti elections witness a sharp 20-point drop in voter turnout to 48.4%, the lowest since 2008. Opposition calls it a vote of no confidence in AAP, while the ruling party cites peaceful polls. Read the full analysis.
Punjab govt greenlights a detailed Rs 1.61 crore micro-study on water resources & seepage patterns with IIT Ropar. Learn how this 12-month project aims to tackle the state's water crisis.
Punjab government announces holidays for all schools from December 24 to 31 due to severe cold weather conditions. Check details on the official order and safety guidelines.
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann meets Indian Ambassador in Seoul, outlines vision for collaboration in agri-tech, defence & infra. Delegation to engage with major Korean firms.
UAE mandates e-invoicing from July 2026 with strict penalties for delays. Learn about the phased rollout, fines up to Dh5,000/month, and how businesses must prepare. Act now to avoid costly non-compliance.
A record 85,000+ aspirants will compete in the Punjab State Civil Services Exam on June 23. Get details on exam centres, key instructions, and the selection process for PCS and allied services.
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann held a business roadshow in Osaka, Japan, inviting investment in key sectors like agriculture, IT, and manufacturing. Discover his vision for transforming Punjab into an industrial hub.
On October 24, 1881, the Punjab Civil Justice Code was enacted, revolutionizing the region's legal framework. Discover how this landmark law replaced complex systems with a unified, accessible code.
Punjab PSSSB invites online applications for 331 Group D posts. Eligibility: Matric with Punjabi. Apply at sssb.punjab.gov.in from Nov 21 to Dec 15, 2025. Check details now!
Pro-Khalistani leader Amritpal Singh files a petition in Punjab and Haryana High Court against his third preventive detention under the National Security Act. Details inside.
Punjab's AAP government stalls plan to add sugar, tea leaves & mustard oil to Atta-Dal scheme from 2026 due to financial burden. Details on the Rs 1000 crore hurdle inside.
A petition filed in Punjab & Haryana High Court alleges police interference in panchayat elections. The court seeks government response by July 18. Read the full details.
Punjab's finance department approves 'The Punjab Protection of Trees Act, 2025'. New law mandates tree officer clearance for felling, requires planting two trees for each one cut. Read details.
Japanese firm Toppan Speciality Films signs Rs 400 crore investment pact with Punjab, plans a skilling centre. CM Bhagwant Mann announces deal during Japan visit ahead of 2026 Investors' Summit.
The BJP has officially declared it will not form an alliance with the Shiromani Akali Dal for the upcoming Punjab Assembly elections, opting to contest independently. Get the full details on this major political shift.
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann invites Japanese firms to invest in advanced manufacturing, mobility & renewable energy. He highlights the upcoming Progressive Punjab Investors' Summit for collaboration.
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann invites Japanese firms to invest in state's logistics, food processing, and tech sectors. He highlights Punjab's skilled workforce and strategic location.
Punjab Health Minister Dr Balbir Singh sets a target to surpass the national sex ratio average by next year. He urges strict enforcement of PC-PNDT Act and societal change to save the girl child. Read more.
Despite a Rs 44.85 crore sanction, 9,000 NHM employees in Punjab continue their strike, demanding actual salary credit. The protest escalates with a planned gherao of the directorate on December 4. Read more.