Farmers and residents in Punjab's Bathinda region strongly opposed the proposed Malwa Canal project at a public hearing, citing fears of groundwater contamination from polluted water sources. The project aims to boost irrigation but faces significant local resistance over environmental concerns.
A major fire engulfed an ethanol storage tank at BCL Industries Limited's distillery in Bathinda, Punjab, on Friday morning. While there were no casualties, significant financial losses are suspected, and an investigation into the cause is underway.
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann laid the foundation stone for a Rs 61.82 crore link road project along the Dhussi Bandh in Shahkot, aimed at strengthening flood defenses. The project is expected to benefit over 15 villages and improve irrigation efficiency across the state.
Punjab police have arrested six individuals in separate operations across Phagwara and surrounding areas. The arrests include cases of drug peddling, attempt to murder, kidnapping, and dowry harassment. One migrant worker also lost his life due to electrocution.
Farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal has criticized the probe into alleged cheque misuse by the Faridkot Land Mortgage Bank, accusing officials of shielding the accused. The controversy follows the suicides of two debt-ridden brothers, sparking widespread farmer protests and demands for a transparent inquiry and settlement schemes.
Residents of Nabha are protesting against what they describe as poor desilting of local drains, fearing waterlogging during the upcoming monsoon season. Authorities have been alerted and have assured corrective action.
Six people were injured in a road accident in Hoshiarpur, Punjab, when a private bus collided with two pick-up vehicles. The injured were admitted to local health facilities for treatment.
A firing incident involving rival groups in Jalandhar's Rattan Nagar locality early Wednesday resulted in one person sustaining a bullet injury. Over 25 rounds were fired, and police are investigating potential links to an old rivalry.
LAHORE: Pakistani actor Sabeena Farooq has spoken out against the killing of stray dogs, questioning why some people support culling animals instead of promoting vaccination and humane population control measures. In a recent Instagram story, the actor addressed the issue of rabies and public reactions to stray dogs, arguing that the actions of a few […]
A loud explosion-like sound near Amritsar's Majitha road police station triggered panic, with initial fears of a militant attack. Investigations later revealed the noise was caused by a burst tyre on a parked police motorcycle.
Aam Aadmi Party MLA Manjinder Singh Lalpura faced protests from farmers and labourers in Piddi village, Punjab, who raised slogans against the state government's policies and alleged looting of goods worth crores during border protests.
Three athletes with strong ties to Jalandhar, Punjab, have been selected for the Indian athletics squad for the Commonwealth Games 2026. Sprinter Gurindervir Singh and 4x400m mixed relay runner Rashdeep Kaur, along with shot putter Tajinderpal Singh Toor, represent the region's athletic prowess.
Former Akal Takht Jathedar Giani Raghbir Singh has denied claims of appearing before the SIT investigating the 2015 Behbal Kalan police firing, stating instead that SIT members visited his home. He clarified the nature of their inquiry, which he said focused on Akal Takht proceedings involving SAD president Sukhbir Singh Badal.
The Punjab government has finalised a budget framework of Rs5.13 trillion for the fiscal year 2026–27. The plan outlines major fiscal allocations and support measures for the federal government. It matters for Pakistan’s overall economic planning and fiscal stability. According to official sources, Punjab is also prepared to offer a financial concession of Rs570 billion […]
The Punjab government has announced plans to launch an electric bike rental service, introducing a new eco-friendly transportation option aimed at reducing traffic congestion, fuel costs and environmental pollution across the province. Read More: Maryam Nawaz leads historic flood aid package and welfare boost The initiative, which will be introduced in phases, will begin with […]
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has hailed the Kisan Card programme as a transformative initiative for the province’s agricultural sector, saying it is helping farmers achieve greater financial independence and reducing their reliance on middlemen. Read More: Punjab issues guidance for lost or reissued Kisan Cards According to official figures, more than 832,000 farmers across Punjab […]
Punjab’s flagship housing initiative, “Apni Chhat Apna Ghar,” has attracted growing international attention, with the World Bank and several countries expressing interest in the programme as a model for affordable housing development. Read More: ‘Apni Chhat, Apna Ghar’ scheme tops world rankings, says Punjab CM According to officials, government institutions and agencies from Canada, Saudi […]
The Punjab School Education Department has allowed the establishment of summer camps in public and private schools across the province during summer vacations from June 1 to June 30, 2026, subject to strict terms and conditions. According to an official notification, the camps will be held from Monday to Thursday, while Friday will remain off. […]
Punjab has launched a province-wide crackdown on illegal factories operating in residential areas, demolishing a tannery and warehouse in Chiniot. The action matters because authorities say such facilities pose health and environmental risks to nearby communities. Residents living near unauthorized industrial units are expected to benefit from the operation. The campaign was launched on the […]
The District Courts Complex in Bathinda was placed on high alert following a bomb threat email received on Tuesday. Police immediately intensified security and conducted a thorough search of the premises, though no suspicious items were found. An investigation is underway to trace the sender.
Punjab's Jalandhar Central MLA Raman Arora has appeared before the Enforcement Directorate for questioning in a money laundering probe. The investigation stems from allegations of extortion and collusion with municipal officials.
Punjab authorities, including the Khanna police and GLADA, have demolished illegal construction at the property of alleged drug kingpin Gurdeep Singh Rano in Ludhiana district. The action is part of a broader crackdown on drug trafficking and the seizure of assets acquired through illicit trade.
Punjab Senior Minister Maryam Aurangzeb announced a Rs10,000 cash bonus for each Suthra Punjab sanitation worker following Eidul Adha operations. She said Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz approved the reward to recognize the workers’ efforts. The announcement affects thousands of sanitation staff who participated in the province-wide cleanliness campaign. Speaking at a press conference in Lahore […]
Harbans Kaur, mother-in-law of Punjab Assembly Speaker Kultar Singh Sandhwan, has won a Municipal Corporation seat in Bathinda as an Aam Aadmi Party candidate. She secured victory by a margin of 264 votes from Ward 5.
The Government of Punjab has formally notified the Punjab Labour Code 2026, creating a unified legal framework that extends labour protections to workers across multiple sectors. The new law covers contract employees, gig workers, domestic staff, and digital platform workers, aiming to modernize labour regulations and strengthen worker rights across the province. Read more : […]
An Aam Aadmi Party leader in Amritsar has been critically injured after being shot by unidentified individuals. The incident is believed to be linked to a personal dispute.
Moga District Magistrate Sagar Setia has imposed a ban on heavy tipper trucks on link roads near schools during peak student commute hours to enhance safety. The restriction is effective until July 26.
Masked thieves stole heavy iron girders and a silver vessel from the Machhiwara Sahib cremation ground in Ludhiana. Police have registered a complaint and launched an investigation based on CCTV footage.
The Life Savers League, an initiative spearheaded by Dr Juppan Sandhu and Neerav Bansal, is conducting workshops and training sessions across Punjab to teach young people vital emergency first-aid skills. The program aims to increase survival rates during sudden cardiac arrests by empowering individuals with hands-only CPR techniques.
Over 1,200 police personnel have been deployed across Jalandhar Rural for Municipal Council and Nagar Panchayat elections to ensure peaceful polling. Sensitive and hyper-sensitive booths have been identified, with enhanced security measures in place.