Punjab

VC visits protest site, wants stir called off; morcha yet to take call

Four pages were thrown inside the premises that read 'Kala Rana Group — 5 crore'

Punjab aims to boost its defense sector by attracting HAL and BrahMos for component manufacturing. A new industrial park is being built with government support. Currently, Punjab's contribution to the military-industrial complex is minimal, requiring industry and government to invest in advanced technologies and research.

Development charges for real estate projects in Punjab have significantly increased, ranging from 150% to 260%. The hike, implemented retroactively from July 2025, impacts residential, commercial, and group housing projects, leading to higher costs for developers and, ultimately, consumers. Areas around Chandigarh and cities like Ludhiana and Jalandhar are particularly affected.

Opposition had criticised the govt for spending crores on special session at Anandpur Sahib

The SGPC laid the foundation for a memorial complex near the Golden Temple to honor Guru Tegh Bahadur's martyrdom. The project includes rooms for pilgrims, halls, a market, and parking. It aims to accommodate increased devotees. SGPC criticized the government for prioritizing politics over community projects.

Two men manage to escape, while a police constable is injured in the encounter

Punjab's PSEB finalized an Entrepreneurship curriculum for Class XII, building on a successful Class XI program. The subject is now compulsory in senior secondary schools, with trained teachers. Approximately 5.6 lakh students will study Entrepreneurship in 2026-27, learning to launch ventures.

Since April 2022, Punjab Police have recorded 324 encounters with gangsters, neutralizing 24. They have arrested 515, busted 962 modules, and seized numerous weapons, drugs, and cash. Three officers died and 41 were injured during the operations.

Water board manages supply in holy city

AAP suspended Moga Mayor Baljit Singh Channi and accepted his resignation due to accusations of protecting a drug peddler. Channi allegedly aided the trafficker and demanded money. The disciplinary action followed evidence presented to the party. The police and administration haven't commented.

Says SAD breakaway group led by him to contest zila parishad, panchayat samiti elections

Assuring the family of full support from the Akal Takht and the Sikh community, the Jathedar said justice must be swift and exemplary

Punjab hosted diplomatic roundtables with GCC countries and the Commonwealth of Independent States to promote its upcoming investor summit. Minister Sanjeev Arora chaired the events, pitching Punjab's industrial environment, infrastructure, and investment opportunities in various sectors.

Punjab Police, since April 2022, engaged in 324 encounters, neutralizing 24 criminals and arresting 515 others. They busted 962 gangster modules in 3.5 years, seizing weapons, drugs, and over ₹4.69 crore. Three police personnel died, 41 were injured.

Chief Minister Mann defended his government's focus on Punjab's culture and the Gurus' legacy, despite opposition criticism. He highlighted events for Guru Tegh Bahadur's anniversary and stressed promoting Punjabi values. Mann also condemned the Jalandhar rape-murder, vowing swift justice for the victim.

The CM said that citizens can now draft sale deeds online or through “Sewa Kendras” by paying a nominal fee of Rs 500.

The ruling makes it clear that the internet or artificial intelligence can serve as a ‘huge portable virtual library’, but emphasises that such tools offer only assistance, not authority

Vice-Chancellor Prof Renu Vig assured written acceptance of the students’ remaining 'genuine and legitimate' demands

Channi confirmed his resignation from the mayoral post but declined to comment on the reasons or the charges against him

The Ferozepur police have also unearthed a money trail indicating that a ransom of Rs 65,000 was paid to another accused for procuring the weapon used in the crime

The forum highlighted that dual citizenship would significantly enhance India’s economic, cultural and diplomatic influence across the world

Says state’s share barely 0.01 per cent in military industry

The approval comes after weeks of protests and a massive political backlash across Punjab and Chandigarh

He also accused Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann of acting out of political vendetta