Punjab

Mann govt releases ₹2,150.73 crore under social security schemes, fulfilling commitment to Punjab’s most vulnerable sections

Reaffirming the Punjab government's unwavering commitment to the welfare of economically and socially vulnerable sections, Social Security, Women and Child Development Minister Dr Baljit Kaur said that the state government, under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, released ₹2,150.73 crore under various Social Security Schemes during the current financial year up to June 2026.

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Eight players from Punjab named in Indian squad for FIH Hockey World Cup 2026

Eight hockey stars from Punjab have earned their spots in the Indian men's national team for the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026, scheduled to take place jointly across the Netherlands and Belgium between August 15 and 30.

Haryana blocks Punjab farmers’ Delhi march over proposed US trade deal; BJP says no agreement yet

Farmers began assembling early in the day at the Shambhu border on the Patiala-Ambala route and the Khanauri border connecting Sangrur and Jind, with plans to proceed to Delhi's Kisan Ghat.

Punjab CM urges nationwide support against E20 petrol, calls for consumer choice and lower prices

Raising his voice against the problems allegedly caused by E20 petrol, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Thursday called upon people to unite and fight against what he described as an injustice being inflicted on consumers through its sale.

Punjab farmer groups intensify protests against PM Modi’s visit, oppose India-US trade deal and MSP policy

Farmer organisations staged protests across Punjab during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit, demanding a legal guarantee for MSP, opposing the proposed India-US trade agreement and criticising both the Centre's farm policies and the state's land pooling initiative.

Punjab govt vows to make the state drug-free in three months

Announcing a crusade against the menace of drugs, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, on Friday, asked the commissioners of police, deputy commissioners, and senior superintendent of police to gear up to make the state drug-free in the coming three months.

By Statesman News Service

28 February, 2025 8 mins read

Vigilance Bureau registers DA case against MC Executive Engineer in Punjab

Punjab Vigilance Bureau (VB) has registered a case against an Executive Engineer (XEN), posted as Municipal Town Planner (MTP) of Bathinda Municipal Corporation, on charges of amassing assets disproportionate to his known sources of income.

By SNS

27 February, 2025 8 mins read

341 children in Punjab get new lease of life with free heart surgeries

In an initiative aimed at safeguarding the health of its youngest citizens and ensuring a healthier future, the Punjab government has successfully provided free heart surgeries to as many as 341 children suffering from congenital heart disease during the financial year 2024-25 so far.

By SNS

26 February, 2025 8 mins read

CM slams Centre for step motherly treatment to Punjab

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Tuesday slammed Prime Minister Narendra Modi led BJP government for meting out step motherly treatment to the state thereby trying to jeopardise development and progress of Punjab.

By SNS

25 February, 2025 8 mins read

Punjab: 278 flying squads to curb cheating during board exams

Punjab School Education Minister said that the flying squads will be led by District Education Officers (DEOs), Principals, members of the PSEB, and members of the Board’s Academic Councils.

By Statesman News Service

23 February, 2025 8 mins read

Punjab

Mann govt releases ₹2,150.73 crore under social security schemes, fulfilling commitment to Punjab’s most vulnerable sections

Eight players from Punjab named in Indian squad for FIH Hockey World Cup 2026

Haryana blocks Punjab farmers’ Delhi march over proposed US trade deal; BJP says no agreement yet

Punjab CM urges nationwide support against E20 petrol, calls for consumer choice and lower prices

Punjab farmer groups intensify protests against PM Modi’s visit, oppose India-US trade deal and MSP policy

Punjab govt vows to make the state drug-free in three months

Vigilance Bureau registers DA case against MC Executive Engineer in Punjab

341 children in Punjab get new lease of life with free heart surgeries

CM slams Centre for step motherly treatment to Punjab

Punjab: 278 flying squads to curb cheating during board exams

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