Punjab

Phagwara Govt. School Transformed into World-Class ‘School of Eminence’ by Punjab Govt

Phagwara Govt. School Transformed into World-Class ‘School of Eminence’ by Punjab Govt

Chandigarh, 4 December 2025: Under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, the Punjab government has brought a revolution in the field of education, and the best and shining example of this is the government school in Phagwara. This institution was broken down and neglected for many years, but today, with an investment worth crores, it has become a world-class 'School of Eminence,' setting a new and golden example in Punjab's education system. It is not just a new building, but a complete center prepared to provide excellent education like private schools free of cost to poor and middle-class…
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CM Mann Proposes Investment to Yamaha, Honda, and Aisan Industry to Boost Punjab’s Industrial Sector

CM Mann Proposes Investment to Yamaha, Honda, and Aisan Industry to Boost Punjab’s Industrial Sector

Chandigarh, December 4, 2025: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann today presented the state as the most preferred investment destination to leading industrialists in Japan, inviting them to invest in Punjab for their business expansion.On the first day of his Japan tour, the Chief Minister interacted with representatives from J.B.I.C., Aisin Industry, Yamaha, Honda Motor, the Director-General of J.I.C.A. South Asia Department, Toray Industries, the Parliamentary Vice-Minister for Economy, Trade and Industry (M.E.T.I.), and Fujitsu Limited. During the discussions, Bhagwant Singh Mann expressed the desire to enhance strategic cooperation with Japan in key sectors such as advanced manufacturing, mobility, electronics,…
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Teacher’s Suicide Over 36 Months of Unpaid Salary by Previous Government; While CM Mann Assures Justice to 93 Teachers

Teacher’s Suicide Over 36 Months of Unpaid Salary by Previous Government; While CM Mann Assures Justice to 93 Teachers

Chandigarh, December 4, 2025: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has taken a historical step to end years of neglect towards the state's teachers. He announced the payment of 36 months of salary arrears—withheld during the previous government's tenure—to 93 teachers working in various government colleges, including the Baba Hira Singh Bhattal Institute of Engineering and Technology. This decision is crucial as it follows the tragic suicide of a teacher due to this same salary crisis. The Chief Minister held a special meeting to meet with the affected teachers and the family of the teacher who committed suicide, assuring them of…
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Flight Chaos Persists at Chandigarh Airport as IndiGo Battles System-Wide Disruptions

Flight Chaos Persists at Chandigarh Airport as IndiGo Battles System-Wide Disruptions

Chandigarh (Rajeev Sharma): Travellers at Shaheed Bhagat Singh International Airport woke up to yet another morning of uncertainty on Thursday, with IndiGo’s operational meltdown stretching into its third consecutive day. Early morning schedules took a hit as five outbound flights and two inbound services were delayed, leaving passengers scrambling to replan their travel. IndiGo’s troubles are not limited to Chandigarh. On Wednesday alone, the carrier scrapped over 100 flights nationwide, while dozens more departed behind schedule. The widespread disruption has sparked concern across the aviation sector, given the airline’s dominance in India’s domestic market. Regulator seeks answers With the situation…
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High Court Seeks Clarity on IPS Control as DIG Bhullar Challenges CBI’s Reach

High Court Seeks Clarity on IPS Control as DIG Bhullar Challenges CBI’s Reach

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The Punjab and Haryana High Court on Thursday turned its attention to a crucial administrative question while hearing DIG Harcharan Singh Bhullar’s challenge to a CBI inquiry: Which government ultimately exercises authority over an IPS officer belonging to a state cadre? A Bench led by Chief Justice Sheel Nagu, sitting alongside Justice Sanjiv Berry, asked the Union and state governments to produce the All India Services Act and the governing rules that define control, supervision, and disciplinary powers over IPS officers. The judges observed that although states may initiate action, the final decision-making structure needed to be…
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Punjab Police high-handedness: Sukhbir Singh Badal alleges Patiala Police instructed to ‘tear Akalis nomination papers’, audio clip goes viral

Punjab Police high-handedness: Sukhbir Singh Badal alleges Patiala Police instructed to ‘tear Akalis nomination papers’, audio clip goes viral

National Times Bureau :- Shiromani Akali Dal president Sukhbir Singh Badal has accused Punjab police of high-handedness by instructing the cops to tear down nomination papers of Akalis for the upcoming Zilla Parishad and Block Samiti elections. Sukhbir Singh Badal accused the Punjab Police of murdering democracy and ensure decisive victory of the ruling party during the elections. The SAD president shared an audio clip of Patiala SSP Varun Sharma According to Badal, the officers on the call were taking instructions from Patiala SSP Varun Sharma on maintaining “law and order” during the nomination process. The purported recording of Patiala…
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Mohali Upgraded with AI: Real-Time Monitoring Boosts Police Response Speed, AI System with 400+ Cameras Enforces Strict Traffic Discipline

Mohali Upgraded with AI: Real-Time Monitoring Boosts Police Response Speed, AI System with 400+ Cameras Enforces Strict Traffic Discipline

Chief Minister Mann's Vision: Fewer Accidents and Enhanced Security with Mohali’s AI Traffic SystemChandigarh, December 3, 2025: Under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, the Punjab Government is successfully operating the AI-Powered City Surveillance and Traffic Management System in Mohali. This project, which has been operational since March 2025 at a cost of Rs 21.60 crore, is proving to be a significant milestone in the direction of the state's progress and modernization. This system is not only streamlining traffic but also strengthening the city's security, serving as a vibrant example of the Punjab Government's people-centric policies.This state-of-the-art system includes…
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Post-Flood Relief Scheme for Livestock Farmers! Mann Government Aids Dairy Farmers with ₹59 Lakh

Post-Flood Relief Scheme for Livestock Farmers! Mann Government Aids Dairy Farmers with ₹59 Lakh

Mann Government's Initiative Brings Major Relief to Farmers in Hoshiarpur and TaragarhChandigarh, Dec 3, 2025: Under the leadership of Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, the state government has taken a significant step towards strengthening the dairy sector. Under this recently announced scheme, livestock farmers and dairy farmers in the villages of Hoshiarpur and Taragarh will be provided with a total financial assistance of ₹59 lakh. This initiative is part of the government's vision to take livestock farming and the dairy industry in Punjab to new heights. The scheme will allocate ₹17 lakh in Rajpura and ₹42 lakh in Taragarh, which…
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