Punjab's 14 IAS officers retire in 2026, deepening crisis
Punjab government grapples with a severe administrative crunch as 14 senior IAS officers retire in 2026, with many already without postings. Read about the impact on state governance.
Punjab government grapples with a severe administrative crunch as 14 senior IAS officers retire in 2026, with many already without postings. Read about the impact on state governance.
Vinobha Bhave Nagar police arrest Natasha Dogra for allegedly cheating a Kurla interior designer of Rs 10 lakh via an online escort scam. She used threats and false promises to extort money. Read the full details.
Punjab witnesses four brazen shootings in the first week of 2025, with police struggling to nab shooters. Opposition attacks AAP government over law and order. Details on recent killings and 'encounters' inside.
Punjab government extends school closure till January 13 due to severe cold wave. All government and private schools affected. Check latest updates and safety guidelines here.
The Punjab government extends school holidays till January 13 for all classes due to severe cold and dense fog. Check the official order and safety guidelines here.
The BJP gears up for its first-ever state conference in Punjab on April 27-28, aiming to galvanize workers and project a strong alternative. Key leaders to attend.
A 2024 Jal Jeevan Mission survey reveals 87.8% of Punjab households are satisfied with tap water quality, lower than India's 92.4%. Discover district-wise data and key findings.
Maharashtra Navnirman Sena claims a police officer escorted a Shiv Sena (UBT) candidate to Eknath Shinde's residence in Thane. The party demands an inquiry and threatens protests.
Punjab's economic woes stem from a deeper collapse of belief. Explore why fiscal stress, migration, and stalled industry are symptoms of a profound crisis of confidence in the state's future.
Punjab Police arrest 119 individuals in a major anti-drug operation across the state. The crackdown targets smugglers and seizes significant contraband. Read the full report on the ongoing war against drugs.
Moga Police seize 1 kg heroin, arrest two men. Investigation underway to uncover the wider drug supply network in Punjab. Read the latest on the crackdown.
Punjab government extends deadline for its 'Settlement of Arrears of Tax Dues Scheme' to March 31, 2025. Traders get more time to clear pending dues with significant concessions. Act now to benefit!
Punjab's 2025 policy push amended a 160-year-old law, launched a one-time settlement for disputes, and outlined a plan to save MSMEs. Industry eyes better GST refunds and execution in 2026.
A look back at 2025 in Punjab politics: Bhagwant Mann's humour, Sukhbir Badal's revival, flood heroes, and the personalities that defined a dramatic year. Read the full analysis.
Punjab's debt crisis escalates to Rs 3.73 lakh crore, consuming 46% of revenue. This fiscal emergency threatens development and demands urgent policy action. Read the full analysis.
Punjab assembly's MGNREGA debate reveals AAP's strategy to frame it as an anti-Dalit move, countering BJP's outreach. SCs form 70% of scheme's workers. Explore the political narrative.
Punjab Assembly passes three crucial Bills to simplify land ownership, digitize records, and rationalize stamp duty. The move aims to reduce public hardship and expedite legal processes.
The Punjab Legislative Assembly has passed three significant revenue amendment bills aimed at enhancing tax collection and plugging leakages. The move is expected to strengthen the state's fiscal health. Read more for details.
Punjab's MGNREGA workers protest rule changes, question AAP's letter collection. Special Assembly session debates VB-G-RAM-G Act replacement. Read the full story.
Punjab Youth Congress protests in all districts, alleging lawlessness under AAP. President Mohit Mohindra warns of a statewide movement if safety isn't restored. Read more.
Punjab launches major offensive against brain drain, generating over 1 lakh domestic opportunities. Govt fills 59,702 posts, partners with Microsoft & IBM for skills. Read how the state is retaining talent.
Union Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu announces a transformative year for Punjab's railways in 2025, featuring new lines, station upgrades, and Vande Bharat trains. Discover the full plan.
A newborn with severe birth complications was rushed from Koppal to Hubballi under a massive police-escorted zero-traffic operation. Read about the critical medical mission and the baby's fight for survival.
Punjab Congress chief Amarinder Singh Raja Warring challenges CM Bhagwant Mann's claims on improving law & order, alleging a rise in drugs and gangster violence. Read the full political clash.
NHM Punjab invites applications for 300 Specialist Doctor posts. Apply online by Jan 8, 2026. No application fee. Salary ₹45,000/month. Check eligibility.
Punjab witnesses a massive railway transformation in 2025 with Rs 5,421 crore budget, new Vande Bharat, and revival of stalled projects worth Rs 25,000 crore. Read about the state's rail infrastructure leap.
Hazaribag police arrested four men for running a cyber fraud and sextortion racket using fake escort services. The operation led to the seizure of phones, SIMs, and bank cards. Read the full details.
Teachers' organisations in Punjab reject govt's Rs 10 lakh ex gratia for deceased colleagues, term it discriminatory. They demand Rs 2 crore each & govt jobs for kin. Read more.
Punjab Police touts record drug hauls in 2025, but targeted killings, grenade attacks, and High Court interventions expose deep law & order challenges. Read the full analysis.
Punjab & Haryana High Court demands answers from DGP on stadium security failure after kabaddi player's public killing. Next hearing on Jan 15. Read details.