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  Punjab government sends batch of 72 teachers to Finland for advanced training

  India | May 18, 2026 15:26 IST

  Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann flagged off the delegation from Chandigarh in the presence of Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains. The teachers will undergo a 15-day intensive training programme at the University of Turku, one of Finland's leading educational institutions.

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  Punjab Sikhya Kranti: 416 govt schools hit 100% pass rate in Class 12; CM Mann felicitates toppers

  India | May 15, 2026 19:28 IST

  According to official figures, around 2.65 lakh students appeared for the examinations, out of which nearly 2.42 lakh students passed, resulting in an overall pass percentage of approximately 91.46%.

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  Punjab Government's Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana aids Patiala woman battling kidney stone, diabetes

  India | May 10, 2026 17:56 IST

  Sunita expressed relief over receiving cashless treatment, which eased the financial burden on her family during a critical time.

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  Punjab's 'Gangstran Te Vaar' drive: Over 22,000 arrested in 3 months in crackdown on organised crime

  India | April 21, 2026 11:45 IST

  Officials said the campaign also uses technology, including Artificial Intelligence, to track criminal activity more effectively. An Anti-Gangster Helpline (9394693946) has been set up to encourage public reporting of information linked to organised crime.

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  Son's fight for his mother's life: How Punjab Govt's health scheme became lifeline in cancer battle

  India | April 19, 2026 14:41 IST

  Under the scheme, treatment costs worth several lakhs were covered, including expensive diagnostic tests, multiple rounds of chemotherapy, surgery, ICU care, ventilator support, medicines, and hospital stay expenses.

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  Punjab's mega healthcare push with Rs 2,000 crore allocation for 'Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna'

  India | March 17, 2026 22:08 IST

  To widen access, the government is actively encouraging eligible residents to enrol through Seva Kendras and Common Service Centres. Awareness campaigns, led by trained youth volunteers conducting door-to-door outreach, are helping more families register and obtain their Sehat Cards.

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  Mann govt presents Rs 2.60 lakh crore budget, women to get Rs 1000 to Rs 1500 monthly in Punjab

  India | March 08, 2026 13:49 IST

  Punjab Budget 2026: The Punjab government presented a Rs 2.36 lakh crore Budget for 2025–26, with a strong focus on women's welfare, the anti-drug campaign, health, education, rural development, industry and agriculture.

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  Punjab: Over 2 lakh aspirants vie for 20,000 seats across Schools of Eminence, Residential Schools

  India | January 28, 2026 23:50 IST

  Urging parents and students to adhere to timelines, Education Minister Bains said January 25 is the last date for submitting applications. The examination is scheduled for March 1, with details regarding admit cards, examination centres to be communicated through official channels in due course.

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  Shahpur Kandi Project: Punjab gets a major boost in its power and irrigation capacity

  India | January 27, 2026 17:35 IST

  Formally inaugurating the project, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann said the day marked a historic milestone not only for Punjab but for the country as a whole.

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  1,600 trained officers, high-end vehicles: All about Bhagwant Mann's Sadak Suraksha Force in Punjab

  India | January 23, 2026 17:28 IST

  Comprising 1,600 specially trained police personnel, the Sadak Suraksha Force (SSF) patrols nearly 4,100 km of vulnerable road stretches across Punjab.

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  Punjab's Sadak Suraksha Force revolutionises highway safety; state records sharp drop in fatalities

  India | January 22, 2026 17:59 IST

  To further strengthen transparency and accountability, all vehicles deployed by the Sadak Suraksha Force are equipped with cameras, video recording systems, and advanced technological tools.

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  Punjab Budget 2025: State to conduct first-ever 'drug census', announces minister

  India | March 26, 2025 18:13 IST

  Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema presented the Punjab Budget 2025 with a Rs 2.36 lakh crore allocation, prioritizing the state’s first-ever ‘drug census,’, universal health insurance, and crop diversification for farmers.

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  OPINION | Why Bhagwant Mann ordered crackdown on farmers?

  India | March 20, 2025 16:28 IST

  Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann’s sudden crackdown on protesting farmers at Shambhu and Khanauri border has sparked controversy. What led to this action, and why did the AAP government shift its stance?

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  CAG report says new Delhi liquor policy led to the revenue loss of over Rs 2,000 crore: Highlights

  Delhi | February 25, 2025 13:16 IST

  The CAG report also flagged violations in the process of issuing licences and pointed out that recommendations of an expert panel, formed to suggest changes for the formation of the now scrapped policy, were ignored by then deputy chief minister and excise minister Manish Sisodia.

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  Delhi Exit Polls : Congress leader Sandeep Dikshit predicts AAP win, questions predictions | WATCH

  Delhi | February 06, 2025 11:33 IST

  Congress leader Sandeep Dikshit has questioned exit poll results, claiming that AAP is likely to form the Delhi government despite predictions favoring the BJP. He believed voters prioritised free electricity, water, and financial benefits over development issues.

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  Aam Aadmi Clinics: ACCs offer free medicines in 80 categories, 38 types of free diagnostic tests

  India | February 05, 2025 11:32 IST

  According to the Punjab Health Minister Balbir Singh, more than two crore people availed themselves of free medical treatment at Aam Aadmi Clinics since August 2022.

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  Punjab: 'Bhagwant Mann Sarkar Tuhade Dwar' scheme benefits over 8 lakh people across state

  India | January 24, 2025 14:23 IST

  The 'Bhagwant Mann Sarkar Tuhade Dwar' scheme is a groundbreaking initiative aimed at providing essential government services directly to citizens' doorsteps. The scheme promotes corruption-free governance by reducing direct interaction with officials.

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  Bhagwant Mann Sarkar Tuhade Dwar: A new era of hassle-free governance in Punjab

  India | January 23, 2025 13:30 IST

  'The Bhagwant Mann Sarkar Tuhade Dwar' initiative covers a wide array of issues, including land disputes, water and electricity concerns, social welfare schemes, and other issues. The initiative is part of the government's broader commitment to making governance more transparent and efficient.

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  Delhi LG approves appointment of Waqf Board CEO, criticises AAP govt for laxity

  Delhi | January 04, 2025 17:10 IST

  Delhi LG VK Saxena approved the appointment of a Waqf Board CEO while slamming the AAP government for its alleged negligence and failure to follow legal protocols. The move aimed to streamline the board's operations amid ongoing tensions.

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  Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann removes Onkar Singh as his OSD

  India | September 23, 2024 16:08 IST

  Onkar Singh, Punjab Chief Minister OSD is considered a close aide of Bhagwant Mann. His removal, just a day after the ousting of four ministers from the Cabinet, marked a major change in the AAP-led Punjab government.