In the note, Sheesh Pal wrote that people had been taunting him about his gender and lifestyle
In the note, Sheesh Pal wrote that people had been taunting him about his gender and lifestyle
In Ludhiana, there are 11 main vulnerable points where a rise in the Sutlej’s level could threaten nearby villages
The state government alleges the camps are being used to illegally collect personal data
Manpreet was 'duped' of lakhs by an agent named Shauki, who had promised to secure work permit for him in England
Kharar EO Gurbakshish Singh has been transferred to Khanna while Sukhdev Singh, Executive Officer, Payal, will take charge here
Also, helps Punjab curb groundwater exploitation during paddy season
Mating disruption technology is an innovative, eco-friendly approach recommended by PAU
Sensing gravity of situation, Punjab government dispatched its cabinet ministers to flood-affected areas
Villagers claimed that some youngsters had even lost their lives due to drugs, but those involved in the illegal trade remained indifferent
Punjab Arts Council launched 'Punjab in Frames,' a photo exhibition by Harpreet Sandhu at Kala Sangam, Chandigarh, for World Photography Day 2025. The exhibition showcases Punjab's culture, heritage, agrarian life, and resilience through vivid visual narratives, attracting numerous visitors.
IMA comes in support of victim, seeks prompt justice
Further probe to expose layers of cross-border drug, arms smuggling network
Farmers held a large protest in Jalandhar, demanding the land pooling policy's withdrawal in the Vidhan Sabha. They also sought compensation for flood-affected farmers, laborers, and property, blaming the government for mismanagement of the floods.
1.5 km-long pipeline to be built
Amritsar MP Gurjeet Singh Aujla met with Union Minister Nitin Gadkari to discuss Golden Temple area development. Key topics included road widening, parking, a ropeway, modern sewage, and rainwater harvesting. Aujla proposed improvements modeled on Varanasi and emphasized accessibility and heritage preservation. Gadkari responded positively to the proposals.
Voiceless 2nd Inning Home in Hoshiarpur, founded in 2012, provides shelter and care to injured and abandoned animals. It rescues, provides medical care, and sterilizes animals. The shelter also runs a water initiative, fights illegal animal transport, and aims to become a 24/7 veterinary hospital. It seeks community support.
Situation under control, no reason to panic: DC
Punjab approved a 10% increase in mandi labor rates for paddy procurement. The rate per 37.5 kg bag increased from Rs 17.50 to Rs 19.26, a rise of Rs 1.76. This decision addresses labor union demands and aims to improve laborers' lives.
The girl from Nurmahal village was engaged to Canada-born youth
Development comes after corpn's staff assn moved HC
The rainfall for August is above the LPA by 33 per cent in Himachal Pradesh, but deficient by 5 per cent in Haryana
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Punjab's Finance Minister, Harpal Singh Cheema, stated the state loses Rs 21,000 crore annually under the GST regime. He expressed concern over the future of the GST compensation cess, which ends in March 2026, and urged the GST Council to address the surplus from cess collections.
The SGPC aims to release Sikh prisoners (Bandi Singhs) regardless of political motivations. They dismiss any BJP attempt to take credit for potential releases. The SGPC has long advocated for the prisoners' release, facing previous resistance from the central government.
Sukhbir Badal says rebels backed by BJP; they dare him not to contest poll
Punjab's Industries Minister announced initiatives to boost industry, including faster approvals, Rs 222 crore in incentives, and a new investment portal. The government is fostering investment, resolving old issues, and organizing an investment summit. Upgrades to infrastructure and improved healthcare services are also planned.
The Indian government wants Punjab to verify and remove 1.1 million 'suspicious' NFSA beneficiaries by September 30. These individuals are suspected of not meeting poverty criteria. Punjab has already removed 32,473 and plans to request a six-month extension due to upcoming paddy procurement.
8 PCS and one IFS officer have also been transferred
The previous highest number of woman judges in the high court was 13
Honey Singh, Satinder Sartaaj, Shehnaz Gill, Jacqueline Fernandez among others will be performing