Punjab's Zila Parishad and Block Samiti elections witness a sharp 20-point drop in voter turnout to 48.4%, the lowest since 2008. Opposition calls it a vote of no confidence in AAP, while the ruling party cites peaceful polls. Read the full analysis.
Punjab Agriculture University experts identify seleniferous soil in Nawanshahr and Hoshiarpur, causing toxicity. Learn about GIS mapping, health risks, and gypsum-based solutions for farmers.
Over 125 students in Kanpur learned how crop residue boosts soil fertility at a KVK awareness event. Soil scientist Khalil Kha led the informative session. Read more about this key agricultural initiative.
Punjab govt greenlights a detailed Rs 1.61 crore micro-study on water resources & seepage patterns with IIT Ropar. Learn how this 12-month project aims to tackle the state's water crisis.
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 Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann meets Indian Ambassador in Seoul, outlines vision for collaboration in agri-tech, defence & infra. Delegation to engage with major Korean firms.
A record 85,000+ aspirants will compete in the Punjab State Civil Services Exam on June 23. Get details on exam centres, key instructions, and the selection process for PCS and allied services.
UP Agriculture Minister Surya Pratap Shahi urges farmers to join upcoming Kisan Pathshalas for Rabi 2025-26. Learn innovations for soil quality & higher profits. Key dates from Dec 8-29.
ICAR-DCR Puttur celebrated World Soil Day with lectures, demonstrations & soil card distribution for farmers, focusing on 'Healthy Soils for Healthy Cities'. Learn about key soil management practices.
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.
Discover four powerful books that explain the silent crisis beneath our feet. Learn why soil degradation threatens our future and what we can do to heal it. Start reading to save our planet!
Union agriculture ministry highlights India's agri-startup boom at NASE-2025 in Dharwad. Event features 150 startups, soil health focus, and student hackathon. Discover the future of farming.
Punjab PSSSB invites online applications for 331 Group D posts. Eligibility: Matric with Punjabi. Apply at sssb.punjab.gov.in from Nov 21 to Dec 15, 2025. Check details now!
Discover the vital ecological functions of soil hidden beneath India's urban landscapes—from parks to streets. Learn why protecting this resource is key to sustainable city living.
Chamba administration creates multi-level committees to regulate fertiliser sales, prevent smuggling, and promote judicious use after Delhi blast linked to ammonium nitrate.
Punjab's AAP government stalls plan to add sugar, tea leaves & mustard oil to Atta-Dal scheme from 2026 due to financial burden. Details on the Rs 1000 crore hurdle inside.
A petition filed in Punjab & Haryana High Court alleges police interference in panchayat elections. The court seeks government response by July 18. Read the full details.
BCCI curator selects a red-soil pitch at Cuttack's Barabati Stadium for the high-voltage India-South Africa T20 on December 9, promising a high-scoring contest. Read details.
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.
The BJP has officially declared it will not form an alliance with the Shiromani Akali Dal for the upcoming Punjab Assembly elections, opting to contest independently. Get the full details on this major political shift.
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.
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann invites Japanese firms to invest in state's logistics, food processing, and tech sectors. He highlights Punjab's skilled workforce and strategic location.
Despite a Rs 44.85 crore sanction, 9,000 NHM employees in Punjab continue their strike, demanding actual salary credit. The protest escalates with a planned gherao of the directorate on December 4. Read more.
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.
Senior BJP leader Vijay Sampla counters Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Cheema, alleging the AAP government has 'zero achievements' in four years. He defends BJP's solo stance in Punjab polls. Read more.
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann leads a delegation to Japan & South Korea to attract investments for the 2026 Progressive Punjab Investors' Summit, highlighting the state's business-friendly reforms.
Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema refutes Himachal CM Sukhu's claim that drugs enter via Punjab, highlighting Himachal's internal failures and Punjab's anti-drug campaign results. Read the full political spat.
Punjab and Haryana High Court demands explanation for denying parole to Waris Punjab De chief Amritpal Singh. The court has given the state government two weeks to respond.
Wildlife activists allege the Karnataka Forest Department violated multiple norms by using heavy machinery to dig pits in the Cauvery Wildlife Sanctuary. Read the full report.
Former Punjab CM Capt Amarinder Singh reveals BJP's political strategy for Punjab, discusses alliance necessity and Chandigarh ownership dispute. Read exclusive insights now!