Punjab Water Quality Satisfaction Below National Average
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.
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Man held for assaulting elderly woman in Coimbatore noise row
A 30-year-old man in Coimbatore was arrested for verbally abusing and injuring a 69-year-old woman during a neighbourhood dispute over children's noise. Read the full details.
Man arrested for murdering elderly woman for gold in Chennai
Chennai police arrest Ramarajan for murdering 80-year-old Alangaram in her Nathanallur home. Two sovereigns of gold recovered. The accused confessed to the crime. Read the full investigation details.
Elderly couple found dead in Delhi's Shahdara home
An elderly couple was found dead in their Shahdara home under mysterious circumstances. Delhi Police suspect an insider's involvement. Read the latest updates on the investigation.
Punjab's Economic Slowdown: A Crisis of Confidence
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's State-Level Elderly Health Campaign Starts Jan 16
Punjab Minister Baljit Kaur announces the 'Sade Buzurg Sada Maan' campaign for senior citizens' health check-ups, starting from Mohali. Learn about free camps, ₹786.83 lakh budget, and new facilities.
Elderly woman murdered in Lunglei, police suspect robbery
K Vanlalngaii (78) was found dead with head injuries in her Lunglei residence. Police suspect homicide during a robbery attempt. Investigations are ongoing.
Punjab Tax Dues Scheme Deadline Extended to March 31
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!
Wayanad woman dies after suicide attempt post husband's death in Israel
Reshma, 32, wife of Jinesh P Sukumaran who was found dead in Israel, dies in Kozhikode hospital. The couple leaves behind a 10-year-old daughter. Read the full tragic story.
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.
2025 Punjab Politics: A Year of Drama, Comebacks & Wit
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.
Elderly couple dies in Delhi LPG cylinder fire
A 75-year-old man and his 65-year-old wife died of suffocation after an LPG cylinder burst in their Shahdara home. Police detail the tragic sequence of events. Read the full report.
Punjab Sinks Deeper in Debt: Rs 3.73 Lakh Crore Burden
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 MGNREGA Debate Becomes Caste Political Battle
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 Vidhan Sabha clears 3 Bills to streamline land, revenue processes
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.
Families blame EC officials after elderly voters' deaths
Families of two elderly voters who died after receiving hearing notices file police complaints against top election officials. The Election Commission faces scrutiny over a technical glitch affecting voter lists. Read the full report.
Punjab Vidhan Sabha Passes 3 Revenue Amendment Bills
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 Creates 1 Lakh Jobs to Stop Brain Drain
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.
Punjab's Elderly Face Rising Cancer Threat, Study Warns
New research from Punjab highlights an urgent need for geriatric cancer care as the state ages rapidly. Learn about the most common cancers and the call for tailored screening.
Indian electrician jailed 5 years for raping elderly woman in Sydney
Amol Vijay Dhumal, a 45-year-old Indian-origin electrician, was sentenced to five years in prison for raping a 75-year-old woman in her Sydney home during a solar panel installation. Read the shocking details of the case.
NHM Punjab Hiring 300 Specialist Doctors
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's Rs 25,000 Cr Railway Push: New Trains, Revived Links
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.
Experts Call for Home Modifications to Prevent Elderly Hip Fractures
With 60% of hip fractures in India linked to falls at home, geriatric experts are sounding the alarm. Learn how simple home modifications can be a crucial deterrent in this growing public health crisis.
Disabled woman raped in Puri district, police search for accused
A 22-year-old disabled woman was allegedly raped in Odisha's Puri district. Police have registered a case and launched a search for the accused. Read the latest updates.
Fake Donors Loot Rs 5,000 from Elderly Woman in Abohar
In a shocking Gurpurab incident, two men posing as sewadar looted Rs 5000 from a 75-year-old woman in Abohar. Police are investigating the fraud case. Read details.
Elderly woman's gold chain stolen at Udupi shrine festival
A 78-year-old woman lost her three-sovereign gold chain during a festival at a shrine near Padubidri. CCTV footage revealed three women allegedly stole it. Police have registered a case.
Punjab teachers reject Rs 10 lakh compensation, demand justice
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.
Man arrested for rape of elderly woman in Jaipur village
Police in Jaipur (Rural) arrest a 29-year-old man two days after the alleged assault of an 83-year-old woman. The incident raises serious concerns about women's safety in the city.
Surat: Mother, toddler die after jumping from 14-storey building
A 22-year-old woman and her three-year-old child died after falling from a high-rise in Surat's Bhatar. The woman was undergoing migraine treatment. Police are investigating.
Punjab Police's 2025 Paradox: High Busts, Low Morale
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.
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