Drones Reshape Punjab's Drug War Strategy
Punjab police deploy advanced drones to monitor borders and combat drug trafficking, enhancing surveillance and reducing smuggling activities significantly.
Punjab police deploy advanced drones to monitor borders and combat drug trafficking, enhancing surveillance and reducing smuggling activities significantly.
AMC plans to install dashcams on city buses to detect potholes, traffic violations, and encroachments using AI software. Tenders close January 30.
The Punjab government has issued a major reshuffle, transferring 22 senior IPS officers to new roles following their promotions. Key appointments include new police chiefs for several districts. Get the full list of postings here.
Ex-CM Charanjit Channi's active ground outreach & viral social media songs spark debate on his role as Congress's 2027 Punjab face. Analysis of rural poll results & political momentum.
A month after Punjab govt declared Amritsar's walled city a 'Holy City' and banned meat, liquor & tobacco, the order remains on paper. Read about the growing scepticism and underground trade fears.
Punjab's government announces a surge in global investments, promising better job opportunities and skill development for its youth. Discover how this economic push will transform the state's employment landscape.
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.
The Union Health Ministry reviewed urban disease surveillance in Nagpur. The meeting aimed to strengthen early detection and response to health threats in 20 Indian cities.
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.
Explore Udaipur, Rajasthan's White City. Uncover the history behind its marble palaces, serene lakes, and romantic allure. Plan your royal getaway today!
Nagpur's Metropolitan Surveillance Unit was highlighted as a best practice for swift urban disease response during a national review meeting. Learn how their model can strengthen India's health infrastructure.
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.
Punjab Health Minister Dr Balbir Singh chaired a review meeting in Patiala, focusing on urban development and launching the second phase of the 'War Against Drugs' campaign. Key initiatives include traffic management and youth employment.
A Punjab mining operator used a drone for surveillance before shooting at an ED informant in Patiala. The violent attack highlights the tech-savvy tactics of illegal mining cartels. Read the full investigation.
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.
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.
Amritsar's new 'holy city' status for its walled area faces civic challenges like debris, stray dogs & traffic. Officials promise action. Will it become a model?
Mohali expands its city surveillance network, installing CCTV cameras at nine new junctions. The second phase aims to bolster crime control and traffic monitoring for a safer city.
Ludhiana Police Commissioner Swapan Sharma announces an aggressive 2026 security blueprint featuring 1,268 new CCTVs and a digital database to track criminals. The plan builds on a year of record drug seizures and a 92.7% conviction rate.
The declaration of Amritsar's walled city as a 'holy city' has sparked light-hearted family debates about identity. Residents inside joke about being 'holy,' teasing relatives outside. Explore how policy shapes social bonds.
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.
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.
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.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated the new Guwahati Police Commissionerate building and a city-wide surveillance system on Dec 29, 2025, boosting security infrastructure in Assam.