Punjab

AAP MP Slams BJP in Parliament: “₹50,000 Crore for Punjab Floods or Just Empty Promises?”
06 Dec

AAP MP Slams BJP in Parliament: “₹50,000 Crore for Punjab Floods or Just Empty Promises?”

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Gross Injustice to Punjab! AAP MP Malvinder Singh Kang Demands ₹50,000 Crore Special Flood Relief Package in Parliament; Accuses BJP Government of Discrimination.The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has exposed the gross neglect and discrimination by the Centre’s BJP government in Parliament following the devastating floods in Punjab. AAP MP Malvinder Singh Kang raised the issue of massive losses in Punjab during Wednesday’s Lok Sabha session and demanded the BJP-led Central government immediately release a special relief package of ₹50,000 crore for flood-affected areas.The Anandpur Sahib MP directly targeted the Centre’s Modi government, alleging that 2,500 villages across…
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PPSC Sets Up 165 Centres as Over 85,000 Candidates Prepare for PCS Prelims
06 Dec

PPSC Sets Up 165 Centres as Over 85,000 Candidates Prepare for PCS Prelims

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Patiala (Punjab), December 6, 2025 — The Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC) has completed all preparations for the Punjab State Civil Services (PCS) Joint Competitive Preliminary Examination, which will be conducted on December 7. PPSC Chairman Major General Vinayak Saini (Retd.) said that 85,192 aspirants have registered for the exam this year.He assured that the Commission is fully committed to ensuring a fair, transparent, and secure examination process.A total of 165 exam centres have been established across six districts—Chandigarh, Patiala, SAS Nagar (Mohali), Ludhiana, Fatehgarh Sahib, and Sangrur. These centres have been organised into 222 administrative blocks for better coordination…
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Punjab Aims to Improve Girl-Child Ratio by 2026; State Government Takes Major Step for Daughters’ Safety
06 Dec

Punjab Aims to Improve Girl-Child Ratio by 2026; State Government Takes Major Step for Daughters’ Safety

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Chandigarh, December 6, 2025: To eradicate the evil practice of female foeticide in Punjab, the Bhagwant Maan government has taken a significant step. Health Minister Dr. Balbir Singh stated that Punjab no longer just seeks change but aspires to be the best. The government's goal is to ensure that by 2026, Punjab's sex ratio surpasses the national average.The Maan government has issued strict orders to all health department employees to monitor every aspect from conception to childbirth. The aim is to prevent any attempt at sex determination or female foeticide. This move underscores the government's strong commitment to the respect…
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Punjab Unveils Major Prison Reform: 11 New ITIs to Be Set Up Inside Jails to Boost Skill Development
06 Dec

Punjab Unveils Major Prison Reform: 11 New ITIs to Be Set Up Inside Jails to Boost Skill Development

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National Times Bureau :- In a landmark move aimed at transforming Punjab’s correctional system, the state government—along with the Punjab and Haryana High Court, the Department of Prisons, and the Department of Technical Education—will launch a major rehabilitation initiative titled “Transforming Lives Behind Bars: A New Vision for Restorative Justice” on December 6, 2025, at Central Jail, Patiala. The programme will be inaugurated by the Chief Justice of India, Justice Surya Kant, in the presence of judges from the Supreme Court and High Court, along with senior government officials. The initiative seeks to convert Punjab’s prisons into centres of learning…
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Punjab to Introduce Nutrition Gardens in Schools; Fresh Fruits and Vegetables to Be Added to Mid-Day Meals
06 Dec

Punjab to Introduce Nutrition Gardens in Schools; Fresh Fruits and Vegetables to Be Added to Mid-Day Meals

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National Times Bureau :- At the ongoing 19th Punjab International Trade Expo in Amritsar, a significant announcement was made regarding the future of school nutrition in the state. During a special conference on “Agriculture, Nutrition and Wellness Integration,” Punjab State Food Commission Chairman B.M. Sharma revealed that nutrition gardens will soon be established in government schools across Punjab. Sharma said that the initiative aims to strengthen the Mid-Day Meal programme by ensuring the availability of fresh, chemical-free fruits and vegetables for students. He added that locally grown produce will not only improve the nutritional value of school meals but also…
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One Killed, Three Injured in Dense Fog Crash on Ferozepur Road in Faridkot
06 Dec

One Killed, Three Injured in Dense Fog Crash on Ferozepur Road in Faridkot

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National Times Bureau :- A severe road accident triggered by heavy fog early Saturday morning left one young motorcyclist dead and three others injured on Ferozepur Road in Faridkot. According to police, the collision occurred around 5:30 a.m. when a motorcycle carrying three youths crashed into an overloaded truck moving ahead of them. The impact caused the truck to lose balance and overturn on the road. The deceased, whose identity is yet to be disclosed by authorities, died on the spot due to the force of the collision. The two other riders, along with the truck driver, sustained serious injuries.…
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11 ITIs to be built in Punjab prisons; new initiative by the Punjab government to provide skills training and a new lease of life to prisoners
05 Dec

11 ITIs to be built in Punjab prisons; new initiative by the Punjab government to provide skills training and a new lease of life to prisoners

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Chandigarh, 4 December 2025: The High Court of Punjab and Haryana, in collaboration with the Department of Prisons, Punjab, and the Department of Technical Education & Industrial Training, Punjab, is launching a major correctional reform initiative titled “Empowering Lives Behind Bars: Real Change – The New Paradigm of Correctional Justice” on December 6, 2025 at Central Jail, Patiala. The programme will be inaugurated by the Hon’ble Chief Justice of India, Mr. Justice Surya Kant, in the presence of Judges of the Supreme Court of India, Judges of the High Court, and senior State officials. The initiative aims to transform Punjab’s…
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Punjab Govt Rescues Farmers: Cotton Prices Surge from ₹5,700 to ₹7,500+ After Swift Action
05 Dec

Punjab Govt Rescues Farmers: Cotton Prices Surge from ₹5,700 to ₹7,500+ After Swift Action

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Chandigarh, December 5, 2025: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann’s government has once again proven its strong commitment to the state’s hardworking farmers. This year, when cotton (narma and desi) prices in the market were falling below the Minimum Support Price (MSP), the Mann government quickly stepped in and saved farmers from massive losses.Initially, when cotton started arriving in mandis, private traders were buying it between ₹5,700 to ₹6,800 per quintal. These prices were significantly lower than MSP, causing major concern among farmers. In this difficult situation, on Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann’s orders, the state government immediately pressured the Cotton Corporation…
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Cold wave sweeps Punjab and Chandigarh, fog intensifies, air quality turns hazardous
05 Dec

Cold wave sweeps Punjab and Chandigarh, fog intensifies, air quality turns hazardous

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab
National Times Bureau :- A severe cold wave continues to grip Punjab and Chandigarh, with temperatures dipping sharply during the early morning and evening hours. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for cold-wave conditions in eight districts of Punjab, while dense fog has also reduced visibility in several areas. Over the last 24 hours, the state recorded a 0.6°C drop in temperature, placing the minimum temperature 1.6°C below normal for this time of year. Faridkot remained the coldest location, registering a minimum of 3.2°C. In view of the extreme cold, the Chandigarh Health Department has issued…
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Punjab Schools Get Final Extension to Submit Class 10 and 12 Exam Forms for March 2026
04 Dec

Punjab Schools Get Final Extension to Submit Class 10 and 12 Exam Forms for March 2026

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SAS Nagar, December 4, 2025: The Punjab School Education Board has granted a final extension for submitting Class 10 and Class 12 examination forms and fees for the March 2026 session after several schools missed the earlier deadlines. The Board had already pushed the schedule to November 30, 2025, but many institutions still failed to complete the process. Senior officials took a stern view of the lapse and decided to prioritise the academic interests of students by offering one last opportunity.Schools have been allowed to submit the forms and fees until December 10, 2025, using their assigned login IDs. The…
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