Dense Fog Paralyzes North India, Temperatures Plummet
A 'very dense' fog blanket brought North India to a halt, reducing visibility to zero at major airports. IMD warns of intensifying cold wave and travel chaos. Read for details.
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HMEL's Rs 2,600 Crore Investment in Bathinda Refinery
HPCL-Mittal Energy Ltd announces a fresh Rs 2,600 crore investment in its Bathinda refinery for polypropylene downstream units and fine chemical projects, boosting Punjab's industrial hub.
HC Notice to Punjab Govt Over Cancellation of 343 Psychologist Jobs
Punjab & Haryana High Court issues notice to Punjab government over petition challenging cancellation of 343 psychologist recruitments and new outsourcing plan. Next hearing on Jan 29, 2026.
6 Killed in Punjab Bus-Truck Collision Amid Dense Fog
A tragic bus accident in Punjab's Bathinda due to dense fog leaves 6 dead and 20 injured. Details on the rescue operation, police investigation, and safety warnings.
Punjabi Diaspora in Canada Protests Immigration Policy Changes
Punjabi-origin students & workers in Canada protest Bill C-12 & OINP changes, causing uncertainty. Read about their concerns & the community's united response.
HC: Right to live with person of choice is fundamental
Punjab & Haryana High Court directs Bathinda police to assess threat and protect a live-in couple, reaffirming the constitutional right to life and liberty. Read the landmark order.
Dense Fog, Cold Wave Hit Punjab, Haryana; Snow Alert for Himachal
Dense fog and cold wave conditions disrupt parts of Punjab and Haryana. IMD warns of heavy snowfall and snowstorms in Himachal Pradesh. Visibility drops to 50 meters in key areas. Read for detailed forecast.
Punjab cancels psychologist recruitment, opts for outsourcing
Punjab government cancels recruitment for 343 psychologists after written tests, citing administrative reasons. Process likely to move to outsourcing, raising job security concerns. Read the full story.
US Cotton Imports Soar After India Scraps 11% Duty
India's cotton imports from the US skyrocketed after the 11% duty was removed, causing domestic prices to fall. CCI's low procurement adds to farmer distress. Full analysis inside.
Punjab Vigilance nabs PUNGRAIN inspector for bribery
Punjab Vigilance Bureau arrests PUNGRAIN inspector for accepting a Rs 10,000 bribe in Bathinda. The official was caught red-handed demanding money to clear a payment file. Read the full details of the anti-corruption operation.
Punjab Cabinet Okays Bathinda Thermal Plant Land Redistribution
Punjab Cabinet greenlights redistribution of 253 acres from Bathinda thermal plant for housing, transport & energy projects. Decision taken despite protests from power engineers.
Punjab Teachers Demand Rs 2 Crore Compensation for Deceased Couple
Teacher associations in Punjab demand Rs 2 crore compensation each for a teacher couple who died in a road accident while heading for election duty. The state govt agrees to education and job support for their children.
Unions Protest Against Viksit Bharat Bill in Bathinda
Labour and farm unions in Bathinda protested the Viksit Bharat Guarantee Bill, calling it a betrayal of rural workers. They demand MGNREGA be strengthened instead.
SAD Matches Congress Strike Rate in Punjab Local Polls
SAD President Sukhbir Badal claims party's performance matched Congress in zila parishad & block samiti elections, alleges AAP used unfair means. Read the full analysis.
Akali Dal Gains Control in Bathinda, Muktsar Zila Parishads
Shiromani Akali Dal shows a strong comeback in Punjab's rural south, securing control of Bathinda and Muktsar zila parishads and multiple panchayat samitis. Read the full analysis of their electoral revival.
Akali Dal wins in Behbal Khurd, Sarawan in rural polls
Shiromani Akali Dal records symbolic victories in Behbal Khurd and Sarawan villages, the epicenter of the 2015 sacrilege protests. Discover the political implications and reactions.
Farmers' Body Slams VB-GRAMG Bill, Backs Protest Day
Sanyukt Kisan Morcha condemns the Viksit Bharat Guarantee Bill replacing MGNREGA, calling it a betrayal of rural workers. It urges nationwide protests on December 19. Read more.
Akali Dal Revival in Southern Malwa Rural Polls
Shiromani Akali Dal shows strong revival in Punjab's rural south, gaining control of Bathinda & Muktsar zila parishads. Key wins in Lambi, Gidderbaha signal shifting political winds. Read more.
Dense Fog Covers Punjab, Visibility Zero in Amritsar
Dense fog with visibility under 50 metres hit Punjab on Wednesday. IMD reports zero visibility in Amritsar. Conditions to persist in North India till Dec 20. Read for details and safety tips.
12 Punjab ULBs Report Waste Processing Gaps, Seek 3 Months
Punjab govt reports 12 urban bodies struggling with solid waste processing. Chief Secretary seeks 3 months to bridge the gap. NGT monitors compliance with 2016 rules.
Dense Fog in Punjab, Himachal; Temp Drops to 4.8°C
Dense fog blankets Punjab and Himachal Pradesh, with Adampur and Bhopal recording 4.8°C. Visibility drops to 20m in Faridkot. IMD predicts light rain/snow on Dec 20-21. Read for full forecast.
HPCL LPG Shortage: 10-Day Wait in Punjab, HP, J&K
HPCL LPG cylinder shortage in North India due to Bathinda refinery shutdown. Deliveries delayed up to 10 days. Officials promise normalcy by Dec 19. Read details.
25,000+ Punjabis in Gulf Face Salary Delays, Harassment
Govt data reveals over 25,000 Punjabis work in Gulf nations, facing exploitation like unpaid salaries & passport retention. Learn about the risks and official redressal mechanisms.
HMEL-AIIMS Bathinda launch mobile healthcare for 59 villages
HMEL Guru Gobind Singh Refinery partners with AIIMS Bathinda to launch mobile medical units & telemedicine, bringing doorstep healthcare to 1.5 lakh rural residents. Discover how this initiative transforms rural healthcare access.
Kangana Ranaut Seeks Exemption from Bathinda Court Hearing
BJP MP Kangana Ranaut seeks exemption from Bathinda court appearance in defamation case, citing Parliament's winter session. Hearing adjourned to 2026.
Bathida coldest in plains at 4.8°C, dense fog grips region
Bathinda shivers at 4.8°C, the lowest in plains, with visibility just 10m. IMD warns of colder days and dense fog in Punjab, Haryana for Dec 16-17. Read for full forecast.
NGT Notice on Punjab Floods, BBMB Data & Dam Safety
NGT issues notice on Punjab floods, BBMB's data secrecy & dam safety lapses. Will the 2021 Dam Safety Act be enforced? Read the full story.
Sukhbir Badal: AAP Used Police to Block Opposition in Polls
SAD president Sukhbir Singh Badal alleges AAP used police & administration to stop opposition nominations in Panchayat Samiti & Zila Parishad elections. Details inside.
Farmers Block Rail Tracks in Punjab, 16 Trains Delayed
Kisan Mazdoor Morcha activists protested the Electricity Bill 2025, blocking railway tracks across 19 Punjab districts. Train movement halted, causing major delays. Read the full story.
SAD MP Seeks CBI Probe in Viral Audio Case on Punjab Polls
Bathinda MP Harsimrat Kaur Badal demands CBI inquiry into viral audio clip alleging police interference in SAD nominations for Dec 14 zila parishad elections. Calls for EC action against AAP.
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