Punjab DGP orders intensified patrolling, vehicle checks to boost public safety

Punjab Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav on Monday directed all field units to strengthen police presence across the state by increasing strategic nakas, mobile patrolling, vehicle checking and area domination exercises to enhance public confidence and ensure a secure environment. Chairing a state level law and order review meeting through virtual mode, the … Read more

Punjab Surpasses National Average with 14.59% GST Growth in May 2026

Reaffirming Punjab’s path of strong fiscal performance, Finance, Excise and Taxation Minister Advocate Harpal Singh Cheema announced on Monday that the state has recorded a robust growth of 14.59 percent in Goods and Services Tax (GST) collections during May 2026. Finance Minister Cheema said, “The Gross GST Collection for the month reached ₹2,400.52 crore, marking … Read more

‘BRIGHT MINDS PUNJAB’ LAUNCHED FROM RUPNAGAR

In a significant push to reward academic excellence, Punjab Education Minister S. Harjot Singh Bains, along with Aam Aadmi Party Punjab Affairs Incharge Mr. Manish Sisodia, on Monday launched ‘Bright Minds Punjab 2026’ programme at Virasat-e-Khalsa, Sri Anandpur Sahib in Rupnagar district. Over 600 students from Rupnagar district who scored more than 85% in Class … Read more

Punjab Cabinet clears amendment to Election Department Service Rules

The Punjab Cabinet led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Monday took a key step to strengthen the state’s election machinery ahead of the forthcoming Punjab Legislative Assembly elections by approving an amendment to the Service Rules of the Election Department. The decision removes long-pending administrative bottlenecks, facilitates the smooth and hassle-free Special Intensive … Read more

Punjab Clears 100% Sugarcane Dues for First Time

Under the leadership of CM Bhagwant Singh Mann, Punjab has achieved a major milestone in strengthening the agricultural and cooperative sectors, with the Punjab Government clearing 100% dues of sugarcane farmers during the 2025-26 crushing season. Sugar mills across the state procured a record 167.20 lakh quintals of sugarcane and released payments worth ₹695.36 crore, … Read more

She Carried Hole in Her Heart for Years; Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana Helped Give Gurpreet Kaur New Lease on Life

The Bhagwant Mann Government’s Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana (MMSY) is helping people across Punjab get quality healthcare without worrying about medical expenses. Under the scheme, every eligible family can receive cashless treatment worth up to ₹10 lakh per year. The scheme has received an overwhelming response, with more than 45 lakh people already registered. Thousands … Read more

Saini to launch industrial policy, AI Sandbox

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini will launch the state’s new industrial policy framework and inaugurate the Haryana AI Sandbox during his visit to Gurugram on Monday, as the state government pushes for greater investment, industrial expansion and technology driven growth. Saini will formally unveil the “Make in Haryana Policy” along with a set of … Read more

Career Counselling framework for govt school student soon

Punjab to introduce statewide career counselling framework for government school students To help students make informed decisions about higher education, skill development courses and employment opportunities after Classes 10 and 12, the Punjab Government is preparing to implement a statewide career counselling framework in government high and senior secondary schools. The initiative aims to provide … Read more

CM Saini Pays Courtesy Visit to Baba Gurinder Singh Dhillon at Dera Radha Soami Beas

CM also Offers Prayers at Mata Bhadrakali Temple in Kapurthala Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Sunday visited Dera Radha Soami Satsang Beas and paid a courtesy call on Dera chief Baba Gurinder Singh Dhillon. During the meeting, the Chief Minister sought his blessings and held discussions on various social and spiritual issues. Thereafter, … Read more

Orthopaedic treatments under Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana cross ₹84 crore

Punjab is witnessing a steady rise in bone, joint and trauma-related health conditions, with orthopaedic treatments emerging as one of the most significant components of the state’s public healthcare delivery, according to data from the Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana. Highlighting the trend, the State Health Agency (SHA) data revealed that more than ₹84 crore has … Read more

Jun 13, 2026 06:28 AM IST
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