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Punjab to Release Canal Water for Paddy from May 1, CM Announces
Punjab CM Bhagwant Singh Mann announces canal water for paddy from May 1, with 21,000 cusecs released, backed by Rs 6,700 crore irrigation investment.
Punjab Police Install 2,291 CCTV Cameras Along Pakistan Border for Surveillance
Punjab Police install 2,291 CCTV cameras at 585 locations along Pakistan border to strengthen second line of defence against cross-border crime.
Union Minister Ravneet Singh Visits Punjab Blast Site, Bolsters Railway Security
Union Minister Ravneet Singh reviews security at Punjab blast site. 173 CCTV cameras installed, drone surveillance planned. 4 arrested in ISI-backed terror module.
Punjab Secures Rs 1,300 Cr Global Agri-Tech Tie-Ups in Netherlands, Finland
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann reports Rs 1,300 crore JICA-backed partnerships from Netherlands and Finland visits, boosting agriculture, industry, and innovation for farmers.
3.24 Lakh 'Lakhpati Didis' Transforming Rural Economy in Punjab
BJP MP Satnam Singh Sandhu announces skill training centre near Chandigarh, lauds 3.24 lakh 'Lakhpati Didis' and 'Drone Didis' empowering women in Punjab's rural economy.
Punjab Census 2027 Begins April 30 with First-Ever Self-Enumeration Option
Punjab Census 2027 begins April 30 with self-enumeration. Director Navjot Khosa announces secure, free process with QR-coded ID cards. Phase I from May 15.
Punjab Govt to Supply School Books Directly in Private Schools
Punjab govt reforms textbook distribution: PSEB to supply books directly to private school students, ending middlemen monopoly, ensuring 15% discount.
Hindustan Power Wins 100 MW Solar Project in Punjab, Secures 25-Year PPA
Hindustan Power secures 100 MW AC solar project from Punjab State Power Corporation, with a 25-year PPA. Project to be commissioned within 24 months.
Punjab CM Mann Meets Indian Envoy in Finland to Boost Tech & Education Ties
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann meets Indian Ambassador to Finland to forge tech, education & farming ties, aiming to create future-ready opportunities for youth.
Punjab Secures Basmati Centre of Excellence in Netherlands to Boost Farmers
Punjab CM secures a basmati centre of excellence in the Netherlands to help farmers diversify crops, increase income, and adopt sustainable practices.
Punjab Combine Harvester Industry in Crisis: BJP Demands Govt Action
BJP leader highlights structural challenges in Punjab's combine harvester industry, citing skilled worker shortages, tax burdens, and regulatory hurdles affecting farmers.
Wheat Procurement Surges in Punjab After Centre Eases Norms, MP Reviews
MP Satnam Sandhu reviews procurement in Dera Bassi & Samrala mandis as wheat arrivals surge following Centre's relaxation of quality norms for farmers.
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann Pitches State as Investment Hub to Netherlands
CM Bhagwant Mann promotes Punjab's investment potential in the Netherlands, focusing on food processing, manufacturing, and diaspora engagement.
Bhagwant Mann Meets Dutch Hockey Legend Bovelander to Boost Punjab Sports
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann invites hockey legend Floris Jan Bovelander to inspire young athletes ahead of the Asia Hockey Championship.
ISI's Punjab Strategy: Targeted Killings, Drugs, and Arms Smuggling Exposed
Intelligence reports detail Pakistan ISI's shift to targeted killings, drug networks, and arms smuggling in Punjab, using youth recruits and drones.
Punjab BJP Chief Demands Uniform Sacrilege Law for All Religions
Sunil Jakhar urges Punjab govt to enact law against sacrilege for all religions after Governor approves stricter Guru Granth Sahib bill.
Punjab Enacts Tough Anti-Sacrilege Law with Life Term for Guru Granth Sahib Disrespect
Punjab Governor approves stringent law providing life imprisonment for sacrilege of Guru Granth Sahib. Bill passed unanimously by state assembly.
Punjab's New Anti-Sacrilege Law Enacted with Life Term for Offenders
Punjab's new law mandates life imprisonment for sacrilege of Guru Granth Sahib to disrupt peace. Fines up to Rs 20 lakh imposed.
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann Seeks Investment in Netherlands, Touts Border Development
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann begins Netherlands visit to attract investment, highlights road, health, and border development projects in Attari and Amritsar.
Punjab Allows Landowners to Desilt Rivers for Flood Control & Free Material Use
Punjab Cabinet approves policy letting landowners desilt rivers at own cost, use excavated material free to boost flood preparedness before monsoon.
Punjab CM Mann Launches Rs 177 Cr Batala Revamp, Slams Past Regimes
CM Bhagwant Mann rolls out Rs 177 crore development in Batala, targets Akali-Congress legacy and announces stricter 'beadbi' law.
Punjab CM Launches ₹1000-1500 Monthly Cash Scheme For All Women Above 18
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann launches a direct cash transfer scheme, providing ₹1000-1500 monthly to all women above 18. Registration open with no deadline.
Punjab Police Bust Pak-ISI Terror Module, Arrest 6 for Amritsar Grenade Attack
Punjab Police neutralise Pak-ISI terror module, arresting 6 for Bhindi Saida police station grenade attack. DGP reveals foreign handler & radicalisation.
Farhan Akhtar Honors Asha Bhosle with Touching Musical Tribute in Punjab
Farhan Akhtar leads a heartfelt musical tribute to the late legend Asha Bhosle at a university concert, honoring her iconic legacy.
Asees Kaur Releases Devotional Baisakhi Anthem 'Khalsa Sajaya'
Singer Asees Kaur releases her first self-composed Punjabi devotional song 'Khalsa Sajaya' to mark the Baisakhi festival and the founding of the Khalsa.