Ludhiana: Body Found with Syringe, Family Refuses Autopsy
A 30-year-old man's body was found with a syringe in Ludhiana's Daba area. Family refused autopsy citing depression, raising concerns over data on Punjab's opioid crisis. Read more.
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Ludhiana Sewing Machine Sector Struggles with Labour Shortage
Ludhiana's famed sewing machine manufacturing hub is battling a severe skilled labour shortage and intense competition from cheap Chinese imports. Industry leaders demand government intervention for survival.
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.
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann Seeks Korean Investment
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.
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 Drug Crisis: MP Raises Infant Sale Case in Parliament
MP Harsimrat Kaur Badal raised Punjab's severe drug crisis in Lok Sabha, citing a couple selling their baby & graffiti. She slammed AAP govt, demanded Centre's intervention.
Punjab Gang Crisis: Lessons from Bihar's Policing
Punjab faces a severe gang and narco-terror crisis. This analysis explores how Bihar's successful law & order turnaround under Nitish Kumar and IPS Abhayanand provides a roadmap for Punjab's recovery. Read more.
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.
Punjab Groundwater Extraction Hits Alarming 156%
Punjab, Rajasthan, and Haryana exceed 100% groundwater extraction, far above India's 60% average. Over-reliance on paddy cultivation drives the crisis. Read the full report.
61% Punjab Cotton Bought Below MSP, Prices Hit Rs 3,000
A staggering 61% of Punjab's cotton crop sold below MSP this season, with prices as low as Rs 3,000/quintal. Arrivals fell sharply, and new digital rules caused procurement hurdles. Read the full analysis.
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.
Bajwa: AAP Pushing Punjab to Economic Emergency
Congress leader Partap Singh Bajwa accuses AAP govt of financial mismanagement, pushing Punjab to brink. 9,000 NHM staff unpaid, services halted. Read the full analysis.
Punjab brick kilns face extinction amid rising taxes
Punjab's brick kiln industry shrinks from 2,700 to 1,500 units in 3 years. A triple burden of 18% GST on coal, soaring mining royalty & tech upgrades threatens rural jobs & hikes brick prices. Read more.
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.
'Heroin Sold Here' Graffiti in Punjab Village Sparks Outrage
A graffiti in Punjab's Maur Kalan village reading 'heroin openly sold here' exposes the drug menace. Police claim action, but residents call it grim reality. AAP faces heat ahead of December 14 rural polls.
Amarinder: BJP Must Ally to Form Punjab Government
Former Punjab CM Capt Amarinder Singh reveals BJP's political strategy for Punjab, discusses alliance necessity and Chandigarh ownership dispute. Read exclusive insights now!
Punjab Transport Strike: Buses Vanish, Commuters Suffer
Punjab's public transport remains crippled for the 3rd day as contractual workers strike. Thousands stranded, forced into costly travel. Demands for job security & fleet expansion.
Punjab Bus Services Resume After Union Agitation Ends
Punjab roadways bus services resume operations after union calls off 3-day strike. Thousands of passengers relieved as transport normalizes across the state.
Punjab's ₹16,209 Crore Road Project: 44,920 km to be Built
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann announces state's biggest-ever road project covering 44,920 km with ₹16,209 crore investment. Villages to certify quality before payment release. Read details.
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.
Punjab Releases Rs 213Cr for Development Works
Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema announced Rs 213 crore release under Rangla Punjab Scheme for constituency development. Learn how funds will transform villages and cities.
Punjab Transport Strike: Cop Set Ablaze in Protest
Massive protest by Punjab Roadways staff turns violent in Sangrur as a police officer is set on fire. Transport services crippled statewide. Read the full story.
324 Police Encounters in Punjab Since 2022: DGP
Punjab DGP Gaurav Yadav reveals 324 police encounters since 2022, resulting in 68 deaths and improved law enforcement. Read about the state's crime crackdown.
Punjab CM Launches Easy Registry Initiative in Mohali
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann launches Easy Registry Initiative in Mohali, streamlining property registration with transparent pricing and online services. Learn how this benefits citizens.
AAP Faces Rising Public Anger Across Punjab
Punjab's AAP government confronts multiple protests from farmers, lawyers, engineers and villagers over governance issues, unfulfilled promises and controversial remarks by MLAs.
62.5% of Punjab Groundwater Has Unsafe Uranium Levels
Shocking PGI study reveals 62.5% of Punjab's groundwater contains uranium above safe limits. Learn about health risks and urgent government action needed.
Congress Losing Ground to AAP in Punjab
Congress faces mounting challenges in Punjab as AAP gains momentum. Key leaders defect, organizational structure weakens. Can Congress recover before elections?
PU Autonomy Crisis Puts Chandigarh's Status at Stake
Former senators warn Punjab University's autonomy move could escalate into constitutional crisis affecting Chandigarh's status. Key stakeholders express grave concerns.
Punjab's Justice Plea: Land of Five Rivers Seeks Capital
Punjab's emotional appeal for justice: From Partition trauma to Green Revolution contributions, the state demands its rightful capital Chandigarh. Read the compelling narrative of sacrifice and resilience.
Punjab's Youngest District Struggles with School Crisis
Four years after becoming Punjab's 23rd district, Malerkotla's government schools face severe infrastructure and teacher shortages. Students sit on floors while schools operate without principals.
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