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BJP slips to fifth in Tarn Taran bypoll, loses deposit despite high-powered campaign
November 14, 2025 13:19 IST
AAP maintains lead as BJP’s vote-share rise fails to translate into gains; party leaders call for introspection and reboot ahead of 2027 Assembly polls
Fri, Nov 14, 2025
Dilli Chalo: Protesters hand over demand list to senior MHA official, to decide on next course of action soon
November 14, 2025 09:22 IST
The QIM and KMM had called the two-day march to raise issues concerning Sikh prisoners, intellectuals, and minority rights. The protest is also being held as a tribute to mark the 350th anniversary of Guru Tegh Bahadur’s martyrdom.
Fri, Nov 14, 2025
From SGPC to RSS to Punjab government, nationwide observances to mark 350th martyrdom anniversary of Guru Tegh Bahadur
November 13, 2025 16:17 IST
The Punjab government has declared the period from October 25 to November 30 as Shaheedi Smaran Maah.
Thu, Nov 13, 2025
Amid opposition, Centre extends deadline for feedback on draft Electricity (Amendment) Bill
November 12, 2025 19:24 IST
An association of Punjab electricity board engineers says the amendments could hand over profitable segments of India’s electricity framework to private firms, weaken states, and threaten livelihoods.
Wed, Nov 12, 2025
Centre approves Rs 764 crore for Ferozepur–Patti rail link, awaits Punjab’s nod for land acquisition
November 12, 2025 17:02 IST
The proposed Ferozepur–Patti rail link will serve as a crucial link between Punjab’s Malwa and Majha regions, enhancing mobility, logistics efficiency, and improving connectivity to ports.
Wed, Nov 12, 2025
In affidavit before NGT, Punjab admits severe pollution by Zira distillery, recommends permanent closure
November 12, 2025 16:14 IST
The Punjab government's affidavit before the NGT states Zira-based Malbros International Distillery has a documented history of violating environmental norms and causing serious pollution, impacting air, water, soil, and public health.
Wed, Nov 12, 2025
Kapas Kisan app runs into trouble in Punjab despite relaxed norms; Cotton Corporation of India’s purchases remain minimal
November 11, 2025 16:36 IST
According to CCI, registered farmers who book slots through the app are eligible to sell under MSP, with a seven-day rolling slot-booking system introduced to manage crowds.
Tue, Nov 11, 2025
Punjab ‘silent’ on Centre’s draft electricity amendment bill as unions warn of ‘roadmap to privatisation’
November 10, 2025 14:48 IST
The Union Ministry of Power issued the draft on October 9 and sought comments within 30 days.
Mon, Nov 10, 2025
Mansa farmer uses stubble to script success: from chemical-free fields and 20% higher income to international trade fair
November 08, 2025 15:18 IST
Mulching stubble in crops, including wheat, paddy, millets and pulses, has dramatically increased yields, especially for turmeric, says Sukhjit Singh.
Sat, Nov 08, 2025
Disciplinary actions after CMD appointment trigger standoff between Punjab power dept, PSEB engineers
November 08, 2025 13:59 IST
The confrontation comes at a time when the Punjab State Power Corporation Limited is pursuing an ambitious goal of achieving “zero power outages” by March 2026.
Sat, Nov 08, 2025
New Vande Bharat service chugs off from Punjab’s Ferozepur; boost to regional connectivity, says MoS Ravneet Bittu
November 08, 2025 12:26 IST
The Ferozepur-Delhi Vande Bharat service was formally announced in September by Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and Minister of State for Railways Ravneet Singh Bittu.
Sat, Nov 08, 2025
The importance of Buta Singh: Why backlash against its Punjab chief will have Congress concerned
November 06, 2025 21:46 IST
Buta Singh, a former Union Home Minister, is one of the tallest Dalit leaders the Congress has had in Punjab. Amarinder Singh Raja Warring’s “casteist” remarks about him have led to an FIR.
Fri, Nov 07, 2025
Punjab farmers protest stubble burning penalties, demand dues and bonus
November 04, 2025 16:58 IST
Samyukt Kisan Morcha has urged Punjab to oppose the Electricity Amendment Bill 2025 and to immediately release ₹109 crore pending dues owed to farmers by cooperative sugar mills.
Tue, Nov 04, 2025
‘Punjab’s cities could soon become urban slums’: Activists, residents question amended Unified Building Rules
November 03, 2025 18:04 IST
Activists have voiced concerns about the negative impact the Unified Building Rules will have on environment and urban planning.
Mon, Nov 03, 2025
Two policemen on ‘shoe duty’ for Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann during Muktsar visit trigger political row
November 02, 2025 16:06 IST
The Opposition BJP criticises Bhagwant Mann, terming the decision as ‘the height of hypocrisy of the CM who claims to be an Aam Aadmi’.
Mon, Nov 03, 2025
Employees allege political interference as PSPCL suspends chief engineer for Ropar and Goindwal plants over ‘hike in fuel cost’
November 02, 2025 12:53 IST
A day after taking over as the power secretary and CMD of Punjab State Transmission Corporation Limited, Basant Garg ordered Harish Sharma’s suspension, triggering widespread resentment.
Sun, Nov 02, 2025
New Vande Bharat for Ferozepur to be flagged off on November 7
November 02, 2025 00:18 IST
After a formal announcement by the central government in September, senior BJP leader Rana Gurmit Singh Sodhi on Saturday said that the Vande Bharat Express train between Ferozepur and New Delhi will be flagged off on November 7. “On November 7, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will flag off four new Vande Bharat trains across the […]
Sun, Nov 02, 2025
As Tarn Taran bypoll nears, OPS demand resurfaces with employee unions’ flag march
November 01, 2025 14:05 IST
The flag march on Sunday will begin from Jhabal Kalan and head toward AAP candidate Harmeet Sandhu’s residence in Tarn Taran city, passing through nearly 15 villages en route.
Sat, Nov 01, 2025
Modern gyms in Punjab, Haryana villages turning a boon for youth
October 31, 2025 18:18 IST
Over 500 young men are now actively engaged in regular workouts, said a spokesperson of HMEL, which has set up the facilities in 29 villages in Bathinda district of Punjab and Sirsa district of Haryana.
Fri, Oct 31, 2025
Straw bales turning into headache for Punjab farmers as collection delays hit wheat sowing
October 31, 2025 16:15 IST
Till last year, many biomass power plant companies were taking land on lease to store straw bales, but this year the trend has almost vanished.
Fri, Oct 31, 2025
Explained: Evolution of Punjab’s districts, with the possibility of Anandpur Sahib becoming oneSubscriber Only
October 30, 2025 15:59 IST
As Punjab prepares to honour Guru Tegh Bahadur, here’s a brief history of how the state’s districts have evolved — from the 13 districts of undivided Punjab to the 23 that exist today.
Thu, Oct 30, 2025
‘Hind Ki Chadar’: Sufi singer Satinder Sartaaj’s ode to Guru Tegh Bahadur’s supreme sacrifice moves millions
October 28, 2025 14:33 IST
Satinder Sartaaj’s ‘Hind Ki Chadar’ was released in Mumbai during a function organised by the Maharashtra government to commemorate the 350th martyrdom year of Guru Tegh Bahadur.
Tue, Oct 28, 2025
Massive paddy stubble dump burns for over 40 hours on Sangrur-Patiala road
October 27, 2025 15:05 IST
The incident comes amid heightened monitoring across Punjab following court orders against stubble burning.
Mon, Oct 27, 2025
Anti-stubble-burning move backfires: Paddy waste left to rot for over a year in Punjab village
October 24, 2025 15:44 IST
Paddy stubble from farms near Nandpur village in Punjab’s Fatehgarh Sahib district was to be supplied to a biomass power plant in Jalkheri village. But a major part of the stock has remained untouched.
Fri, Oct 24, 2025
Six trains delayed after Amritsar–Saharsa Garib Rath Express catches fire
October 18, 2025 14:21 IST
Garib Rath train resumed its journey after new AC coaches were attached to it, after a delay of around 3 hours. The incident led to delays in six other trains.
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