Punjab's 2025 Industrial Reset: Key Reforms & MSME Plan
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.
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 DGP Gaurav Yadav announces a decisive crackdown on gangsters by 2026, citing improved police capabilities and coordination. Learn about the state's strategy to dismantle organized crime networks.
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.
Haryana Police moves for Interpol notice against Inderjit Singh Yadav, accused in murders, extortion, and money laundering. ED raids 10 locations in linked probe. Read the full story.
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.
Ludhiana rural and Khanna witnessed a spike in crimes in 2025 including shootings, kidnappings, and drug busts. Police solved major cases, with focus now on prevention for 2026. Read details.
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.
NHM Punjab invites applications for 300 Specialist Doctor posts. Apply online by Jan 8, 2026. No application fee. Salary ₹45,000/month. Check eligibility.
A 24-year-old graduate posed as gangster Arzoo Bishnoi to extort money from an Abohar jeweller. Ferozepur police swiftly arrested the accused, revealing a sophisticated scam. Read the full investigation details.
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.
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.
Ghaziabad court drops Gangster Act charges against former MLA Amarpal Sharma in 2017 murder of BJP's Gajendra Bhati, citing lack of evidence. Read the full details of the verdict.
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 Gaurav Yadav on rising gang violence after a brazen shooting at a Mohali kabaddi match. What steps are being taken?
Punjab Congress President Amrinder Singh Raja Warring urges CM Bhagwant Mann to tackle rising crime. He warns state is becoming a 'killing field' with gangsters striking at will. Read more.
The family of a murdered youth in Amritsar alleges threats from gangsters, demanding case transfer to Punjab Police. Read the shocking details and police response.
Punjab Police, with central agencies, arrested two BKI terrorists in Mumbai. Sajan Masih and Sukhdev Kumar, linked to Pakistan-based Rinda, were involved in grenade attacks and murders. Read the full operation details.
Punjab government announces holidays for all schools from December 24 to 31 due to severe cold weather conditions. Check details on the official order and safety guidelines.
Punjab BJP chief Sunil Jakhar alleges a surge in violence since Kejriwal's ultimatum to gangsters. He criticizes police, calls for probe into audio clip. Read more.
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann held a business roadshow in Osaka, Japan, inviting investment in key sectors like agriculture, IT, and manufacturing. Discover his vision for transforming Punjab into an industrial hub.
Punjab Congress president Amrinder Singh Raja Warring alleges AAP promotes gangsters for votes, warns 'yes-men' police officers of legal action post-regime change. Read the full report.
Punjab Police arrest key accused Mohan Singh in Gurdaspur grenade attack case. DGP reveals links to Pakistan-based gangster Shehzad Bhatti. Read the full details of the investigation and recoveries.
Japanese firm Toppan Speciality Films signs Rs 400 crore investment pact with Punjab, plans a skilling centre. CM Bhagwant Mann announces deal during Japan visit ahead of 2026 Investors' Summit.
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann invites Japanese firms to invest in advanced manufacturing, mobility & renewable energy. He highlights the upcoming Progressive Punjab Investors' Summit for collaboration.
Gangster Parry was shot dead in Chandigarh's timber market. His family says Lawrence Bishnoi ordered the hit as Parry wanted to quit crime after his recent marriage. Read the full story.
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann leads a high-level delegation to Japan and South Korea for investor outreach ahead of the Progressive Punjab Summit. The mission aims to boost economic ties and engage with the diaspora.
Congress MP Sukhjinder Singh Randhawa launches scathing attack on Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann, calling his governance a disaster and alleging gangster rule. Read full details.