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

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

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

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

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Punjab: SAD starts distributing fresh membership forms as part of its organisational poll

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Doorstep delivery of 406 citizen-centric services in Punjab

After flagging off ‘Sewa Sahayaks’ here at MGSIPA to facilitate people in availing the benefits of this scheme, Arora stated that the scheme, which started on 10th December 2023 with a limited set of 43 services, had now grown to offer a total of 406 services across 29 major government departments.

By Statesman News Service

06 February, 2025 8 mins read

Abhishek vaults to No. 2 in ICC T20I batters’ list

India batter Abhishek Sharma took a giant leap of 38 places to find himself on the second spot in the ICC rankings for men's T20I batters after his blazing knock of 135 from just 54 balls in the 54-ball 135 in the fifth and final T20I against England in Mumbai.

By Statesman News Service

05 February, 2025 8 mins read

Police officers to be held accountable for major crimes taking place in their jurisdiction: Punjab CM

Reiterating the firm commitment of the state government to check crime in the state, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Tuesday said that the police officers will be held accountable for major crimes taking place in the areas under their jurisdiction.

By Statesman News Service

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No grenade blast in Amritsar, says CP

After a mysterious blast-like sound was heard near the dysfunctional Police Post on Fatehgarh Churian Road in Amritsar on Monday, Commissioner of Police (CP), Amritsar, Gurpreet Singh Bhullar promptly visited the scene to assess the situation.

By Statesman News Service

03 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: SAD starts distributing fresh membership forms as part of its organisational poll

Doorstep delivery of 406 citizen-centric services in Punjab

Abhishek vaults to No. 2 in ICC T20I batters’ list

Police officers to be held accountable for major crimes taking place in their jurisdiction: Punjab CM

No grenade blast in Amritsar, says CP

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