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 to get ‘Best State’ and ‘Best District’ awards under Green Schools Programme

Punjab has once again set a benchmark in environmental sustainability by securing the prestigious ‘Best State’ and ‘Best District’ awards under the Green Schools Programme.

By Statesman News Service

31 January, 2025 8 mins read

Punjab cops arrest 4 operatives of Landa module after brief encounter

Those arrested have been identified as Robinjeet Singh alias Robin of Muradpura in Tarn Taran, Harpreet Singh alias Happy of Usman in Tarn Taran, Navjot Singh alias Nav of Kalanaur in Gurdaspur and Jagdeep Singh alias Jagga of Ghuman Kalan in Gurdaspur.

By Statesman News Service

30 January, 2025 8 mins read

Punjab: Vigilance Bureau arrests ASI for taking Rs 15,000 bribe

The Punjab Vigilance Bureau (VB) during its ongoing crackdown against bribery, has arrested Assistant Sub Inspector (ASI) Prashotam Lal, posted at Police Station Aur, District Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar on charges of taking bribe of Rs 15,000. He had been absconding for the last four months, evading his arrest in this case.

By Statesman News Service

29 January, 2025 8 mins read

Punjab: Health Dept organizes stakeholder consultation to fight drug abuse

In a major boost to Punjab's efforts to combat the drug menace as per directions of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, a Stakeholder Consultation was organised on Tuesday to discuss ways to empower women to contribute to the fight against drugs.

By Statesman News Service

28 January, 2025 8 mins read

Myths about Cancer

Amid the golden fields of Punjab lies an unsettling narrative that has and is still haunting not only the region but the whole country ~ the infamous Bathinda-Bikaner “Cancer Train.”

By SNS

28 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

Punjab to get ‘Best State’ and ‘Best District’ awards under Green Schools Programme

Punjab cops arrest 4 operatives of Landa module after brief encounter

Punjab: Vigilance Bureau arrests ASI for taking Rs 15,000 bribe

Punjab: Health Dept organizes stakeholder consultation to fight drug abuse

Myths about Cancer

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