Punjab’s electricity demand has crossed 15,400 MW as the state grapples with an intense heatwave and the ongoing paddy transplantation season. The sharp rise in power consumption has put additional pressure on the power distribution system, leading to outages and supply disruptions in some areas. The surge in demand is being driven by the widespread...
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Punjab Sizzles Under Intense Heatwave, IMD Issues Yellow Alert
Punjab is once again grappling with scorching temperatures as a fresh heatwave sweeps across the state, prompting the India Meteorological Department (IMD) to issue a Yellow Alert. Several districts have recorded temperatures above 44°C, with Bathinda emerging as one of the hottest locations in the state. The soaring temperatures have led authorities to advise residents...
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Bus Strike Throws Punjab Transport Off Track
Public transport services across Punjab were disrupted on Tuesday as employees of PRTC and PUNBUS went on strike to press for their long-pending demands. The protest affected bus operations in several districts, causing inconvenience to thousands of passengers. Many buses remained off the roads, leading to delays and cancellations on key routes. The disruption particularly...
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More Water for Farmers as BBMB Boosts Supply for Paddy Season
In a significant relief for farmers ahead of the paddy transplantation season, the Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB) has approved an increase in water releases to Punjab and Haryana. The decision comes at a crucial time when farmers are preparing their fields for one of the most important agricultural cycles of the year. According to...
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Terror Probe: NIA Conducts Coordinated Searches Across Punjab and Haryana
In a major operation against terror-related networks, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) conducted coordinated raids at 18 locations across Punjab and Haryana. The searches were carried out as part of an ongoing investigation into cases linked to Pakistan-based operative Shahzad Bhatti and his alleged associates. According to officials, the operation targeted premises suspected of having...
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Amritsar Bazaar Blaze Triggers Demand for Government Aid
Amritsar: Demands for compensation and a thorough investigation have intensified after a massive fire devastated Bansa Wala Bazaar, one of Amritsar’s prominent commercial markets. The blaze destroyed more than 25 shops and claimed the life of a trader, leaving several families facing heavy financial losses. The fire spread quickly through the congested market area, causing...
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Bhagwant Mann Unveils Vision to Transform Punjab into a Startup Hub
Punjab is gearing up for a major transformation as the state government intensifies efforts to establish Punjab as one of India’s leading startup destinations. Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann has outlined an ambitious vision to build a vibrant ecosystem that nurtures innovation, supports entrepreneurs, attracts investment, and creates large-scale employment opportunities for the state’s youth....
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Punjab to Launch ‘Mawan Dheeyan Satkar Yojna’ from July 1, Monthly Financial Aid for Women to Begin
In a major welfare initiative aimed at strengthening women’s financial independence, the Punjab Government will launch the Mukh Mantri Mawan Dheeyan Satkar Yojna from July 1, under which eligible women across the state will receive monthly financial assistance directly in their bank accounts. The scheme is one of the flagship promises of the Bhagwant Mann-led...
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Punjab Abolishes Age-Based Ranking in Board Exams, Introduces ‘Equal Marks, Equal Rank’ Policy
In a major step towards ensuring fairness and transparency in the education system, the Punjab Government has approved a new policy under which students securing identical marks in Punjab School Education Board (PSEB) examinations will be awarded the same rank, regardless of their age. The move effectively ends the long-standing practice of using date of...
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पंचकूला सिविल अस्पताल की लिफ्ट में आधे घंटे तक फंसा स्टाफ, मेंटेनेंस टीम ने सुरक्षित निकाला बाहर
पंचकूला, 9 जून। पंचकूला के सेक्टर-6 स्थित सिविल अस्पताल की मदर एंड चाइल्ड केयर (एमसीएच) बिल्डिंग में मंगलवार को एक लिफ्ट अचानक खराब हो जाने से अस्पताल का स्टाफ करीब आधे घंटे तक अंदर फंसा रहा। घटना के दौरान एक स्टाफ नर्स और एक महिला कर्मचारी लिफ्ट में मौजूद थीं, जिन्हें बाद में सुरक्षित बाहर...