10,653 MGNREGA Irregularities Found in Punjab: Centre
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan reveals over 10,000 financial irregularities in Punjab's MGNREGA. State holds special Assembly session against new VB-G RAM G Act. Details inside.
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Punjab Creates 1 Lakh Jobs to Stop Brain Drain
Punjab launches major offensive against brain drain, generating over 1 lakh domestic opportunities. Govt fills 59,702 posts, partners with Microsoft & IBM for skills. Read how the state is retaining talent.
NHM Punjab Hiring 300 Specialist Doctors
NHM Punjab invites applications for 300 Specialist Doctor posts. Apply online by Jan 8, 2026. No application fee. Salary ₹45,000/month. Check eligibility.
Punjab's Rs 25,000 Cr Railway Push: New Trains, Revived Links
Punjab witnesses a massive railway transformation in 2025 with Rs 5,421 crore budget, new Vande Bharat, and revival of stalled projects worth Rs 25,000 crore. Read about the state's rail infrastructure leap.
TN Assembly Session Starts January 20
The Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly's first session of 2025 commences on January 20. Governor R.N. Ravi will address the House, setting the stage for key policy debates.
Punjab teachers reject Rs 10 lakh compensation, demand justice
Teachers' organisations in Punjab reject govt's Rs 10 lakh ex gratia for deceased colleagues, term it discriminatory. They demand Rs 2 crore each & govt jobs for kin. Read more.
Punjab Police's 2025 Paradox: High Busts, Low Morale
Punjab Police touts record drug hauls in 2025, but targeted killings, grenade attacks, and High Court interventions expose deep law & order challenges. Read the full analysis.
Congress Alleges AAP Manipulated Punjab Rural Polls
Punjab Congress chief Amrinder Singh Raja Warring accuses AAP of power abuse in zila parishad elections, claiming manipulated results. Details on seat counts and allegations inside.
Punjab Congress MLA Seeks Full Assembly Session on MGNREGA, Law & Order
Congress MLA Pargat Singh demands a full Punjab Assembly winter session to debate MGNREGA replacement and state's 'anarchy'. He warns of President's Rule threat. Read the full story.
BJP's Poor Show in Punjab Rural Polls: 7 Zila Parishad Seats
BJP secured just 7 of 347 Zila Parishad seats in Punjab's rural elections. CM Bhagwant Mann joked about a probe after party got one vote in Satoj village. Read the full analysis.
AAP Lacks Majority in 9 Punjab Zila Parishads
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.
AAP sweeps Punjab rural polls, SAD bounces back in Malwa
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.
BJP's Poor Show in Ludhiana Rural Polls Raises 2027 Alarm
BJP's first independent foray into Ludhiana's rural local body elections yields just 3 panchayat samiti seats, raising strategic questions for the 2027 Punjab assembly polls. Leaders admit to weak rural base.
Congress Wins 2 of 3 Zila Parishad Seats in Qadian
Congress leader Partap Singh Bajwa hails party's win in Qadian's zila parishad polls as a moral victory against AAP's pressure. He predicts Congress will form Punjab govt in 2027.
HC disposes Warring's plea on poll videography as SEC acted
Punjab & Haryana HC disposed of Congress MP Raja Warring's PIL seeking mandatory videography of Zila Parishad poll counting, noting the State Election Commission had already issued detailed instructions for the process.
Punjab Sees Lowest Rural Poll Turnout Since 2008
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 Declares Winter Holidays in Schools
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.
206 Candidates Cleared for Punjab Panchayat Samiti Polls
Scrutiny for Punjab's Panchayat Samiti elections concludes with 206 candidates in the fray. Voting on June 9, results on June 11. Key details on nominations and process.
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann's Investment Pitch in Osaka
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.
Punjab Panchayat Election Police Conduct Challenged in HC
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.
Japanese firm Toppan invests Rs 400 crore in Punjab
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.
BJP Rules Out Alliance with Akali Dal for Punjab Polls
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.
3 File Nominations for Phagwara Block Elections
Three candidates file nominations for Phagwara Block Samiti elections in Jalandhar. Scrutiny on July 10, withdrawals by July 12, and voting on July 17. Get the latest updates.
Punjab CM woos Japanese investors in Tokyo for key sectors
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 CM Mann leads delegation to Japan, South Korea for investment
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann leads a high-level delegation to Japan and South Korea for investor outreach ahead of the Progressive Punjab Summit. The mission aims to boost economic ties and engage with the diaspora.
BJP to Contest All 117 Punjab Seats in 2027, Says State Leaders
Punjab BJP leaders dismiss ex-CM Amarinder Singh's call for an alliance with Akali Dal, asserting plans to contest all 117 assembly seats independently in the 2027 elections. Read the full political analysis.
Tarn Taran Zila Parishad Elections on December 14
Tarn Taran district prepares for Zila Parishad and Block Samiti elections on December 14. Learn about polling stations, nomination dates, and election procedures.
Tejashwi Yadav elected INDIA bloc leader in Bihar
INDIA bloc legislators unanimously elect Tejashwi Yadav as opposition leader in Bihar assembly despite severe poll setback. Coalition vows to strongly oppose government policies.
Punjab Cabinet Nods 300 Specialist Doctors
Punjab cabinet approves empanelment of 300 specialist doctors, new border area incentives, GPS mining vehicle tracking & revised tender limits to boost public services.
HC Refuses to Dismiss Petition Against Haryana Minister
Punjab & Haryana HC orders full trial in election petition against Haryana Sports Minister Gaurav Gautam over alleged corrupt practices. Court finds sufficient evidence for trial.
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