Punjab Sinks Deeper in Debt: Rs 3.73 Lakh Crore Burden
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'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 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.
Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan inaugurates 'Health Happiness - Vibe 4 Wellness' on New Year's Day. The state-wide campaign targets 10 lakh people for mass exercise, focusing on diet, exercise, sleep, and health maintenance. Join the movement!
The Punjab Legislative Assembly has passed three significant revenue amendment bills aimed at enhancing tax collection and plugging leakages. The move is expected to strengthen the state's fiscal health. Read more for details.
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.
New research from Punjab highlights an urgent need for geriatric cancer care as the state ages rapidly. Learn about the most common cancers and the call for tailored screening.
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 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.
With 60% of hip fractures in India linked to falls at home, geriatric experts are sounding the alarm. Learn how simple home modifications can be a crucial deterrent in this growing public health crisis.
A health camp in Golaghat screened 85 transport workers, identifying 25 with hypertension and 8 with diabetes. 35 ABHA IDs were created for digital health records. Read more.
In a shocking Gurpurab incident, two men posing as sewadar looted Rs 5000 from a 75-year-old woman in Abohar. Police are investigating the fraud case. Read details.
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 touts record drug hauls in 2025, but targeted killings, grenade attacks, and High Court interventions expose deep law & order challenges. Read the full analysis.
A 65-year-old man in Punjab's Faridkot was brutally murdered after trying to stop a domestic violence incident. The accused, his son-in-law, has been arrested. Read the full story.
Alert Punjab National Bank officials in Lucknow rescued a 75-year-old woman from a digital arrest scam, preventing a ₹1.13 crore loss. Learn how vigilance and timely police action foiled the cyber fraudsters.
Bodies of two sisters found in Sodepur house. Police suspect death due to severe malnutrition amid financial crisis. Neighbours reveal they refused help. Read the full report.
108 ambulance staff in Punjab protest for salary hike, 8-hour shifts & insurance. They warn of service disruption if demands are ignored. Details on their 8-point charter inside.
Kodagu district launches a major Pulse Polio immunisation drive targeting over 32,700 children. Special focus on migrant kids and tourists. Details on booths and dates inside.
A series of elderly suicides in Chandauli reveals a national crisis of neglect, loneliness, and lack of mental health support for India's aging population. Experts warn of a demographic time bomb.
In a major crackdown, Punjab Police arrested 153 drug peddlers and seized heroin, opium, and cash. The operation marks day 294 of the state's 'Yudh Nashian Virudh' campaign. Read more.
Chandigarh's health department launches a 3-day Pulse Polio drive on Dec 21. Over 1,000 teams will administer drops at 471 booths to protect children aged 0-5 years. Read details.
BRASH syndrome is a life-threatening medical emergency triggered by common heart drug combinations. Learn its symptoms, who is at risk, and crucial prevention steps to protect yourself or loved ones.
Kolkata restaurants and bars launch a proactive campaign to counsel patrons against drunk driving this festive season. Staff trained to help book cabs and refuse service to inebriated guests.
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 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.
Indian seniors are becoming avid digital users for bhajans, UPI, and family calls, but face addiction and scam risks. Experts weigh in on this demographic shift.
A year after its inauguration, Ludhiana's Model Urban Primary Health Centre in Haibowal faces severe underutilization due to a critical staff shortage, impacting public healthcare access.
Jalandhar's Mass Media Wing launches a major campaign to create tobacco-free youth. Learn about the awareness drive, health risks, and community action.
Thomas Markle, estranged father of Meghan Markle, is in critical condition after emergency surgery for a blood clot. His past heart attacks and stroke heighten the risk. Learn the health warnings.