Punjab witnessed a fresh wave of farmer protests as hundreds of farmers staged a motorcycle march to oppose the proposed India-US trade agreement. The demonstration, organised by several farmer unions, reflected growing concerns that the deal could negatively affect Indian agriculture, particularly small and marginal farmers who form the backbone of Punjab’s rural economy. The...
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Punjab Bus Strike: Contract Employees Shut Down Government Bus Depots Across Punjab, Commuters Face Major Disruptions
Chandigarh: Thousands of commuters across Punjab faced travel problems on Wednesday after contract employees launched a statewide strike. The protest brought operations at many Punjab Roadways and PUNBUS depots to a halt. As a result, government bus services remained unavailable on several routes. The employees organised the strike to demand regular jobs, higher salaries, better...
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Punjab-Chandigarh Updates: Farmers Hold Bike Rally in Ludhiana, Plan National Highway Blockade; Child Adoption Process Becomes Easier
Punjab witnessed a day of significant developments as farmers intensified their protest in Ludhiana while the Central Government introduced measures to simplify the child adoption process across the country. The farmers’ agitation and the adoption reforms dominated headlines, reflecting two very different but equally important issues affecting citizens. The bike rally organised by farmers in...
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With Elections on the Horizon, Why Punjab Matters More Than Ever for PM Modi
As India prepares for the next round of key elections, Punjab has once again emerged as a politically significant state for Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). While the BJP has traditionally faced challenges in Punjab, the party has intensified its efforts to strengthen its presence by focusing on development, national...
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Punjab CM Mocks Congress Infighting: ‘They May Board the Same Bus Together, But They Will Get Off Fighting’
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has launched a fresh political attack on the Congress, claiming that the party continues to struggle with internal divisions despite attempts to project unity. Speaking at a public event, Mann remarked that Congress leaders “can board the same bus together, but they will get off fighting,” using the statement to...
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Why Is India Blocking the Film on the Man Who Counted Punjab Insurgency Killings?
Why Is India Blocking the Film on the Man Who Counted Punjab Insurgency Killings? The debate over the film Satluj has sparked fresh discussion across India. The movie tells the story of Jaswant Singh Khalra, a human rights activist who investigated alleged illegal killings and secret cremations during Punjab’s insurgency. Although the film briefly appeared...
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PM’s Punjab-Chandigarh Visit: Schools Receive Bomb Threat Email, Security on High Alert
Chandigarh: Several schools in Punjab and Chandigarh received a bomb threat email ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s scheduled visit. The email claimed bombs had been planted in schools, railway stations, and the Prime Minister’s rally venue. It also mentioned Punjabi singer Diljit Dosanjh and referred to him as a “brother.” The threatening message triggered...
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BJP Accuses AAP of Playing Religion-Based Politics in Punjab
Chandigarh: A fresh political controversy has erupted in Punjab after the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) accused the ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) of using religion to gain political advantage. The allegations have intensified the political atmosphere in the state, with both parties exchanging sharp criticism over governance, public issues, and electoral strategies. The BJP claimed...
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After 110 Years, 9,909 Punjab Soldiers Finally Recognised in World War I Records
Chandigarh: Nearly 110 years after the First World War, the names of 9,909 soldiers from undivided Punjab have been officially added to the global records of war casualties. The update marks a major step in recognising thousands of Indian soldiers whose sacrifice remained undocumented for decades. The newly identified soldiers served in the British Indian...
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Punjab Villages Hold Public Screenings of Satluj After OTT Removal
Chandigarh: The removal of Satluj, originally titled Punjab ’95, from an OTT platform has triggered an unusual response in several villages across Punjab. Instead of waiting for the film to return online, local residents and community groups have started organising public screenings. They say the aim is to ensure that people can still watch the...