Punjab's 14 IAS officers retire in 2026, deepening crisis
Punjab government grapples with a severe administrative crunch as 14 senior IAS officers retire in 2026, with many already without postings. Read about the impact on state governance.
Punjab government grapples with a severe administrative crunch as 14 senior IAS officers retire in 2026, with many already without postings. Read about the impact on state governance.
Punjab government extends school closure till January 13 due to severe cold wave. All government and private schools affected. Check latest updates and safety guidelines here.
The Punjab government extends school holidays till January 13 for all classes due to severe cold and dense fog. Check the official order and safety guidelines here.
Learn the simple online steps to add missing family members to your Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY card, ensuring full health coverage of ₹5 lakh per year for your entire household.
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann instructs officials to ensure seamless implementation of the state's health insurance scheme. Learn about the key directives and benefits for residents.
Residents of Sirhind, Punjab, protest as a crucial drinking water supply project remains incomplete for over a decade. Officials cite land acquisition issues. Read more.
Anganwadi workers in Chandigarh protest the new 'Agniveer'-style rural job scheme, demanding guaranteed wages and permanent status. Read about their demands.
Karnataka government announces a major shift in menstrual hygiene, replacing sanitary napkins with eco-friendly menstrual cups under its free scheme by 2026. Learn about the plan's details and impact.
India's Centre has overhauled its HRD Scheme for health research to decentralize medical research, supporting students, young doctors, and women scientists nationwide. Learn how this move aims to build a robust research ecosystem beyond top institutes.
The BJP gears up for its first-ever state conference in Punjab on April 27-28, aiming to galvanize workers and project a strong alternative. Key leaders to attend.
Haryana's Saral Portal streamlines financial assistance for medical treatment, guaranteeing disbursement within 15 days. Deputy Commissioner Nishant Kumar Yadav urges eligible residents to apply online for swift support.
Punjab Health Minister Dr Balbir Singh mandates strict adherence to guidelines in the Rs 10-lakh Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna. Key stakeholders pledge cooperation for smooth rollout. #Punjab #Healthcare
A 2024 Jal Jeevan Mission survey reveals 87.8% of Punjab households are satisfied with tap water quality, lower than India's 92.4%. Discover district-wise data and key findings.
Kerala's Medisep health scheme for govt staff processed claims worth Rs 1,964 crore but rejected 1.16 lakh. As Phase II begins with a 62% premium hike, beneficiaries worry about unresolved issues. Read the full analysis.
Punjab's economic woes stem from a deeper collapse of belief. Explore why fiscal stress, migration, and stalled industry are symptoms of a profound crisis of confidence in the state's future.
A new study finds nearly 4 in 10 rural women in Punjab suffer from hypertension. Discover the key risk factors and urgent public health implications revealed by the research.
BJP Punjab to launch a massive awareness campaign on the VB-G Ram-G scheme from January 7, led by Sunil Jakhar. The drive aims to expose state government's failures and ensure benefits reach farmers.
Punjab government partners with United India Insurance to provide free cashless medical treatment up to Rs 10 lakh for all 65 lakh families under Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna from January 15.
Amritsar residents can register for the Chief Minister's health insurance scheme from January 15. The scheme provides free treatment up to Rs 5 lakh. Learn how to enroll.
Punjab government announces 9,000 special camps to enroll beneficiaries for Rs 10 lakh cashless treatment under Sarbat Sehat Bima Yojana. Learn how to avail this healthcare scheme.
Punjab Minister Barinder Kumar Goyal distributed Rs 3.72 crore housing grants in Moonak and launched a Rs 32.8 lakh flood control project on the Ghaggar river. Read about the state's initiatives for farmers and underprivileged families.
Punjab govt extends OTS scheme deadline to March 2026, offering 100% waiver on interest & penalties for pre-GST disputes. A relief for traders & industry. Apply now!
Punjab government extends deadline for its 'Settlement of Arrears of Tax Dues Scheme' to March 31, 2025. Traders get more time to clear pending dues with significant concessions. Act now to benefit!
Punjab's 2025 policy push amended a 160-year-old law, launched a one-time settlement for disputes, and outlined a plan to save MSMEs. Industry eyes better GST refunds and execution in 2026.
A look back at 2025 in Punjab politics: Bhagwant Mann's humour, Sukhbir Badal's revival, flood heroes, and the personalities that defined a dramatic year. 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.
Congress MLA Aruna Chaudhary corrected Cabinet Minister Tarunpreet Sond for repeatedly linking MGNREGA only to Dalits. The special session also saw a young awardee honoured and a directive to cover heads.
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.
Punjab Assembly passes three crucial bills to expedite revenue litigation, strengthen property rights under 'Mera Ghar Mere Naam', and rationalise stamp duty to improve ease of doing business. Details inside.