A 40-year-old scrap dealer was allegedly stabbed to death by his live-in partner in Gurugram’s DLF Phase 3 area early Saturday after an argument triggered by his conversation with his ailing wife, police said. The deceased, Harish Sharma, belonged to Baliawas village and had been in a live-in relationship for over a year with 27-year-old … Read more
In a significant move ahead of the Monsoon Session, the Punjab Cabinet on Friday gave its approval to introduce the Seeds (Punjab Amendment) Bill, 2025, aiming to curb the sale of spurious seeds by making such offences cognisable and non-bailable. The decision was taken during a Cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann. According … Read more
Two days after a car carrying 11 people plunged into a canal in Bathinda, the police personnel involved in the dramatic rescue were honoured by Punjab DGP and Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann. Kawariya Krishna — the first to jump into the water and initiate the rescue — has also been recognised for his bravery by … Read more
Eight patients escaped from a de-addiction centre located in Ghabdan village of Sangrur district, Punjab. During their escape, the accused attacked an on-duty policeman, Malkit Singh, and a nurse. Malkit Singh lost consciousness during the attack and was later admitted to the hospital. The police have launched a manhunt to trace the absconding individuals, with … Read more
Under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, the Punjab Cabinet on Tuesday approved several farmer-friendly amendments to the Land Pooling Policy-2025, making it more transparent, inclusive, and beneficial for landowners who voluntarily participate in urban development projects. ₹1 Lakh Annually Till Land is Developed The highlight of the revised policy is the financial assistance … Read more
In a significant move to protect farmers’ interests, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Sunday announced that government procurement of paddy will begin two weeks earlier than usual—from September 15 instead of the traditional October 1 start. The decision aims to reduce crop damage caused by increased moisture levels during colder nights and early mornings … Read more
Over 22,000 narcotic smugglers have been arrested so far under a state-level campaign against drugs, officials said on Friday. Under the ‘Yudh Nashian Virudh’ (war against drugs) campaign, Punjab Police on Thursday arrested 113 drug smugglers and recovered 1.5 kg heroin, 5 kg opium, and 31,237 intoxicant pills from their possession. With this, the number … Read more
The Government of Punjab intends to bring in a new industrial policy that will be the best in India and will pave the way for providing a progressive climate for industrial growth and employment generation in Punjab. The policy will be designed after extensive consultation with various industries, said Sanjeev Arora. As a first step, … Read more
Led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, the Punjab Vidhan Sabha on Tuesday unanimously referred the Punjab Prevention of Crime against Religious Scriptures Bill, 2025 to the select committee of the assembly for seeking the views of all the stakeholders. Taking part in the discussions of the bill on the floor of the Punjab Vidhan … Read more
BJP Actively Shielding Majithia; Central Agencies Interfering Unnecessarily in Investigations: Tarunpreet Sond Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader and Punjab Cabinet Minister Tarunpreet Singh Sondh held a press conference on Tuesday, addressing the matter of the investigation into the illegal properties and wealth amassed by Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) leader Bikram Singh Majithia. Sondh accused the … Read more