Recent findings from the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) have highlighted contrasting labour market challenges facing young women in Punjab and Haryana, pointing to both employment shortages and participation gaps that continue to shape the region’s workforce landscape. The PLFS data indicates that Punjab continues to face a broader job crisis, reflected in lower employment...
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Consumer Commission Orders PSPCL to Pay ₹23,000 Compensation for Delay in Replacing Defective Meter in Jalandhar
The District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission in Jalandhar has directed the Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL) to pay ₹23,000 as compensation to a consumer for failing to replace a defective electricity meter within a reasonable time. The commission held that the delay caused undue hardship and inconvenience to the complainant. According to the complaint...
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Minor Boy Apprehended in Hoshiarpur in Alleged Sexual Assault and Blackmail Case
A minor boy has been apprehended in Hoshiarpur district of Punjab in connection with an alleged case of sexual assault and blackmail involving a teenage girl, police officials said on Sunday. The case has triggered concern in the local area, with authorities launching a detailed investigation into the matter. According to preliminary information shared by...
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SAD (Punar Surjit) Delegation Meets Punjab Governor, Raises Sikh Panth, Farmers and Economic Issues
A delegation of the Shiromani Akali Dal (Punar Surjit) met Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria at Lok Bhavan on Sunday, raising a range of issues related to the Sikh Panth, farmers, labourers, and the state’s economic condition. The meeting focused on both religious and socio-economic concerns affecting Punjab. During the meeting, the delegation submitted a...
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Ferozepur Youth Dies Under Mysterious Circumstances, Family Suspects Foul Play
A young man was found dead under mysterious circumstances in Punjab’s Ferozepur district, prompting allegations of foul play from his family and an ongoing investigation by the police. The incident has created tension in the area, with locals demanding a thorough probe into the death. According to initial information, the body of the youth was...
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SGPC to Hire More Sikh Ex-Servicemen for Security at Golden Temple After Sacrilege Attempt
In the wake of a recent sacrilege attempt at the Golden Temple in Amritsar, the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) has announced plans to strengthen security arrangements at the revered shrine by recruiting additional Sikh ex-servicemen. The decision comes amid renewed concerns over the safety and sanctity of one of Sikhism’s holiest sites. According to...
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Punjab High Court Hears Case on School Syllabus for Visually Impaired Students
A public interest litigation (PIL) has been filed before the Punjab and Haryana High Court challenging the existing school syllabus and learning framework for visually impaired students in Punjab, raising concerns over accessibility, inclusivity, and equal educational opportunities. The petition has been filed by an education rights activist and social welfare group working for persons...
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Punjab: Bike-Borne Assailants Open Fire in Zira Village
Police have launched an investigation after unidentified bike-borne assailants allegedly opened fire in a village in Punjab’s Zira area, triggering concern among local residents and prompting heightened security measures. Authorities are working to determine the motive behind the incident and identify those responsible. According to preliminary information released by police, the firing took place in...
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Punjab: Six Arrested for Abetting Pathi’s Suicide
Punjab Police have arrested six individuals in connection with the alleged abetment of a pathi’s suicide, according to officials involved in the investigation. The arrests were made following a complaint and preliminary inquiry into the circumstances surrounding the death, which has drawn attention within the local community. According to police authorities, the deceased, who served...
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Punjab Medical Council Recognises Department Training for Doctors’ Registration
The Punjab Medical Council (PMC) has decided to recognize certain departmental training programs for the purpose of doctors’ registration, a move that is expected to streamline professional accreditation and strengthen the healthcare workforce in the state. The decision is being viewed as an important step toward aligning medical training with registration requirements while supporting the...