NEWS HEADLINES PUNJAB
Kapurthala Desecration Incident: Disturbing Events & Community Outcry The small town of Kapurthala, known for its rich cultural heritage and historical significance, was recently engulfed in a wave of protests and anger following a deeply troubling incident at the Singh Sabha Gurdwara in Bhagwanpur. The events that transpired not only shocked the local community but … Read more
Kolkata Doctor Rape Murder A Call for Justice and Safety The medical fraternity in Punjab has united in an unprecedented protest, suspending outpatient department (OPD) services across all public health-care centres, including Aam Aadmi Clinics. This action is in solidarity with the agitation for justice following the tragic rape and murder of a resident doctor … Read more
Punjab Governor Kataria’s Commitment to Development Projects in Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria’s recent engagements with various officials highlight a renewed focus on central development projects and public welfare schemes in Punjab. In a series of meetings, Kataria emphasized the importance of collaboration between state and central agencies to ensure the successful implementation of these … Read more
1.25 Million Trees in Peril, Malwa Canal Project environmental Impact In the northwest region of India, where the lifelines of agriculture and water management often intersect, the announcement of the Malwa Canal Project by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann has stirred significant debate. The proposed 150-kilometer canal is set to revolutionize water distribution in the … Read more
Notorious Balwinder Singh Drug Smuggler Detained: PITNDPS Act’s Impact In a significant move to dismantle the entrenched network of drug smuggling in Punjab, the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) detained notorious drug smuggler Balwinder Singh, commonly known as Billa Havelian. This marks the first action of its kind under the stringent Prevention of Illicit Traffic in … Read more
In an impressive feat, six educational institutions from Punjab have secured places among the top 100 in the overall category of the National Institutional Rankings Framework (NIRF) 2024. The rankings, released by the Union Ministry of Education, spotlight both government and private universities from the region. Notably, Chandigarh University in Mohali, a private institution, has … Read more
Punjab State Commission for Women, governmental issues affecting Lady The Punjab State Commission for Women is taking a groundbreaking step by establishing district-level cells across the state, aiming to reach and support a wider range of women facing harassment and other issues. This initiative, announced by Raj Lali Gill, Chairperson of the Punjab State Women … Read more
Himachal Family Tragic Flood Incident: 10 Drowned In Flood Water A devastating incident unfolded on Sunday when ten members of a family from Himachal Pradesh, traveling in an SUV to attend a wedding in Punjab’s Nawanshahr, were swept away by a sudden flood in a choe near Jejon town in the Mahilpur block of Hoshiarpur … Read more
Chief Minister Resignation Faces Calls Amid Bishnoi Interview Scandal In a significant political development, senior Congress leader Partap Singh Bajwa has demanded the resignation of Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann. This demand comes in the wake of startling revelations that an interview with notorious gangster Lawrence Bishnoi was conducted while he was in Punjab police … Read more
Supreme Court Bench Take Response High Court Observations Contentious On Wednesday, a five-judge special bench of the Supreme Court commenced the hearing of a suo motu case concerning a controversial order by the Punjab and Haryana High Court. This order had criticized a Supreme Court verdict, prompting an unprecedented response from the apex court. The … Read more