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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By Statesman News Service

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By Statesman News Service

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BJP leaders criticise Kejriwal for silence on Ambedkar Statue vandalism in Punjab

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By Statesman News Service

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Punjab: Kila Raipur Rural Olympics starts with a bang

The Kila Raipur Rural Olympics-2025, one of Punjab's premier sporting events, got off to an exciting start on Friday with state'sTourism and Cultural Affairs Minister, Tarunpreet Singh Sond, inaugurating the games in the local stadium.

By Statesman News Service

31 January, 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

Governance has failed in Delhi: Andhra CM slams AAP ahead of Assembly polls

Punjab: VB nabs red handed Dy Chief Engineer, lineman of PSPCL taking Rs 50,000 bribe

Dharminder Sharma takes over as Principal Chief Conservator of Forests, Punjab

BJP leaders criticise Kejriwal for silence on Ambedkar Statue vandalism in Punjab

Punjab: Kila Raipur Rural Olympics starts with a bang

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