Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann announces a complete ban on the sale of meat and alcohol in Sri Anandpur Sahib, Sri Fatehgarh Sahib, and Sri Chamkaur Sahib. The decision, effective immediately, aims to uphold the sanctity of these historic sites.
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann announces a 50% subsidy for pilot training at Patiala Flying Club and a Rs 7 crore Aviation Museum to democratize the aviation sector for common people.
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.
Punjab Cabinet greenlights redistribution of 253 acres from Bathinda thermal plant for housing, transport & energy projects. Decision taken despite protests from power engineers.
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann announces a 50% subsidy for pilot training, making aviation careers accessible. The state is building a robust aviation ecosystem with affordable, world-class training.
Punjab govt advances special Assembly session to December 30 to pass a resolution against the VB-G RAM G Bill, alleging it will 'snatch rights of the poor' and replace MGNREGA.
Punjab & Haryana High Court halts AAP government's move to elevate 32 non-civil services officers to IAS cadre. Court issues notice, hearing next in Jan 2026. Details inside.
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann announces a special Vidhan Sabha session in January 2025 to challenge the Centre's revised MGNREGA rules and the Agniveer scheme, citing financial burden and injustice to the poor.
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 announces a sixth special session in January to oppose VB G RAM G scheme. The AAP government's reliance on special sittings, a practice born from a 2022 standoff with the Governor, now replaces regular sessions, drawing Opposition
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann visited his native village Satauj, urging unity for prosperity. He detailed global teacher training, 58,000+ govt jobs, and Mega PTMs on Dec 20.
BJP's Sunil Jakhar questions Punjab's MGNREGS record, citing only 26 days of work this year, as political clash over VB-G RAM G Bill intensifies. Read the full story.
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann repeatedly calls Akali Dal 'dinosaurs', claiming their political extinction. SAD hits back citing rural polls gains. Full analysis of Punjab's shifting political landscape.
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.
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann's repeated 'dinosaurs' taunt at Akali Dal ignites political feud. Akalis cite rural poll gains as signs of revival. Full analysis inside.
AAP secures a massive victory in Punjab's rural body elections, winning 218 of 347 zila parishad zones. Kejriwal calls it a 'pro-incumbency' mandate ahead of assembly polls.
AAP wins both Jalandhar West and Gidderbaha assembly seats in Punjab bypolls. Kejriwal calls it a mandate of trust against BJP's 'Operation Lotus'. Results signal strong state leadership.
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.
Aam Aadmi Party dominates Amritsar's rural body elections, securing a massive mandate. Read the full analysis of the results and their political implications.
Aam Aadmi Party claims decisive victory in Punjab's rural elections, seen as a key test ahead of 2027 assembly polls. Congress trails, SAD sees limited revival, BJP's solo debut disappoints.
Counting of votes for Punjab's zila parishad and panchayat samiti elections is on. A 48% voter turnout was recorded with over 9,000 candidates in the fray. Get the latest results and updates here.
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann questions BJP's narrative on Delhi's pollution, citing a 70-80% drop in farm fires. He calls it a political blame game. Read his full argument.
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann criticises Centre's move to rename MGNREGA, urges focus on wages & weeding out fake beneficiaries. Also addresses kabaddi violence. Read more.
Congress leader Partap Singh Bajwa slams Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann over rising organised crime, citing Mohali kabaddi shooting & bomb threats. Read the full story on the state's law & order crisis.
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann announced comprehensive arrangements for lakhs of devotees at Fatehgarh Sahib's Shaheedi Sabha, covering health, transport, and security. Read about the state's preparations.
Punjab Congress President Amrinder Singh Raja Warring urges CM Bhagwant Mann to tackle rising crime. He warns state is becoming a 'killing field' with gangsters striking at will. Read more.
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 CM Bhagwant Mann challenges Delhi ministers over pollution blame, citing delayed paddy harvest due to floods. Read the full political debate on air quality.
Punjab govt officially notifies Amritsar Walled City, Anandpur Sahib & Talwandi Sabo as holy cities, prohibiting sale of liquor, meat & tobacco. Details inside.
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.