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31 Dec

Punjab Schools Holidays Extended, Classes to Resume on January 8

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, TrendingPunjab

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The Punjab government has announced an extension of school holidays across the state due to the ongoing cold wave and dense fog affecting the region. The decision was communicated by Education Minister Harjot Bains. In a tweet, Bains stated, "As per the directions of Honorable Chief Minister Punjab S. Bhagwant Singh Mann ji, in view of the continuously increasing cold and fog in the state, keeping in mind the health and safety of children and staff, holidays are being observed in all government, aided, recognized and private schools of the state till January 7." He further added,…

31 Dec

Chandigarh Police Gear Up for New Year Eve, Implements Vehicle Restrictions and Heightened Security

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, TrendingChandigarh

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Chandigarh Police has announced robust security and traffic measures ahead of New Year’s Eve celebrations, aiming to ensure safety and smooth management of crowds across the city. SSP Kanwardeep Kaur conducted a review of the preparedness and directed officers to remain vigilant throughout the night. Under the new plan, ten key roads will be declared ‘No Vehicle Zones’ from 9:30 pm to 2:00 am. These include the front road of Leisure Valley in Sector 10, Sector 11 Inner Market Road, internal roads of Sectors 17 and 22, the road from Aroma Light Point to Sector 22 Dispensary…

31 Dec

Shift in Weather Pattern Likely Across Punjab; Fog and Light Rain Warning Issued

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, TrendingPunjab

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab is set to experience a noticeable change in weather conditions starting today, with the Meteorological Department forecasting rainfall activity across the state over the next two days. The change is being attributed to an active Western Disturbance over the Himalayan region, which is now extending its influence into the northern plains. In response to the developing conditions, authorities have issued a yellow alert for dense fog and light showers, advising residents to remain cautious through the next 48 hours. Rainfall is expected to continue intermittently until January 1, potentially bringing a brief spell of winter precipitation…

30 Dec

PSEB Announces Datesheet for Class 8, 10 and 12 Board Examinations

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabClass 10 board exams, Class 8 exams, PSEB datesheet, Punjab School Education Board

Chandigarh, December 30, 2025: The Punjab School Education Board has released the examination schedule for the upcoming Class 8, Class 10 and Class 12 board examinations, setting the stage for nearly nine lakh students across the state to appear in the annual written tests. As per the datesheet issued by the board, the Class 8 examinations will be held from February 17 to February 27. The Class 10 board examinations are scheduled to begin on March 6 and will conclude on April 1, while the Class 12 examinations will commence on February 17 and continue until April 4. The board…

30 Dec

AAP MLAs Carry MGNREGA Workers’ Letters to Punjab Assembly, Seek Centre’s Intervention

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAAP, Bhagwant Mann, MGNREGA, Punjab Assembly, rural employment

Chandigarh, 30 December 2025: In Punjab, the Aam Aadmi Party has once again proven that it is the true well-wisher of the poor and labourers. The party’s MLAs have launched an unprecedented campaign to raise the voice and demands of more than 10 lakh MGNREGA worker families in the state. AAP MLAs arrived at the special session of the Punjab Assembly carrying lakhs of letters written by MGNREGA workers. These letters narrate the pain and struggles of those hardworking families who sustain their lives through work under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGA). It is notable that…

30 Dec

Punjab Assembly Passes Resolution Opposing Centre’s ‘G-RAM-G’ Initiative

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabG-RAM-G initiative, MNREGA, Punjab Assembly, rural employment

Chandigarh, December 30, 2025: The Punjab Legislative Assembly on Tuesday adopted a resolution strongly opposing the Centre’s proposed ‘G-RAM-G’ initiative, urging the Union government to withdraw the scheme while cautioning that it could have serious implications for economically weaker sections, especially in rural areas. Presenting the resolution in the House, Cabinet Minister Tarunpreet Singh Sondh said the initiative poses a potential threat to the livelihoods of people who rely heavily on rural employment for survival. He asserted that any policy that risks income security for the poor contradicts the core principles of social justice and inclusive development. Sondh alleged that…

30 Dec

Shivraj Singh Chouhan Flags Thousands of Irregularities in MNREGA Works in Punjab

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, Politics, PunjabMNREGA

Bhopal (Rajeev Sharma): Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Tuesday alleged widespread misuse of funds under the MNREGA programme in Punjab, stating that over 10,000 cases of financial irregularities have come to light during reviews of the scheme’s implementation. According to the minister, scrutiny of records showed that bills were often overstated and that several projects undertaken did not fall within the permitted scope of MNREGA. He said such deviations defeat the purpose of a welfare scheme designed to provide transparent employment and income support to rural households. Chouhan stressed that public money must reach its intended beneficiaries and…

30 Dec

Punjab Vidhan Sabha Voices Opposition to Centre’s ‘G-RAM-G’ Plan

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPolitics, Punjab, TrendingPunjab Vidhan Sabha

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The Punjab Legislative Assembly on Monday passed a resolution rejecting the Centre’s proposed ‘G-RAM-G’ initiative, with the state government raising concerns over its potential impact on livelihoods and social welfare. The motion was introduced by Cabinet Minister Tarunpreet Singh Sondh, who urged the Union government to reconsider and withdraw the proposal. Speaking in the House, Sondh warned that the initiative could adversely affect people from economically weaker backgrounds, particularly those who rely on government-backed employment for survival. He said policies that threaten income security for the poor risk pushing vulnerable families further into hardship. The minister further…

30 Dec

Punjab Vidhan Sabha Begins Special Session by Honouring Sahibzaade

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, TrendingPunjab Vidhan Sabha

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The Punjab Vidhan Sabha kicked off a special session on Monday with a heartfelt tribute to the Sahibzaade, the young sons of Guru Gobind Singh, whose courage and sacrifice hold a profound place in Sikh history. Lawmakers from all parties joined in commemorating their legacy, setting a solemn tone for the proceedings. As the session commenced, the House observed a moment of silence to honour Sahibzada Zorawar Singh and Sahibzada Fateh Singh, recognising their unwavering faith and martyrdom at a tender age. The gesture underscored the Assembly’s respect for the values of bravery, righteousness, and devotion that…

30 Dec

India’s Rice Crown Comes With a Cost as Northern Farmers Struggle With Vanishing Water

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsHaryana, India, Punjab, TrendingHaryana, Punjab, Rice

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh/Rajeev Sharma): India’s rise to the top of global rice production has been hailed as a major agricultural achievement, reinforcing the country’s status as a food powerhouse and the world’s biggest rice exporter. Exports have climbed steadily over the past decade, crossing 20 million tonnes in the last financial year and supplying markets across Asia, Africa and the Middle East. Yet in the fields of Punjab and Haryana—states that form the backbone of this success—the mood is far from triumphant. Many farmers say the very policies that helped India dominate rice production are now pushing them into financial…