Bhagwant Mann
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Diwali gift for employees, pensioners as Punjab government announces 3% dearness allowance hike
Business | Nov 04, 2026, 04:27 PM ISTThe Chief Minister said his government raised the DA rate by 11 per cent within two months. Earlier, it had increased by 8 per cent. He further said 71,777 new government jobs have been given on the basis of merit.
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Punjab empowers entrepreneurs, 31 startups receive Rs 1.07 crore boost
India | Nov 03, 2026, 09:29 AM ISTThis financial assistance was provided to startups operating in sectors such as agriculture, artificial intelligence (AI), technology, governance, textiles, and manufacturing.
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Here's how Punjab scaled a Rs 500 crore Japan MoU into a Rs 1,116 crore Ludhiana facility
India | Nov 02, 2026, 11:12 AM ISTIn December 2025, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann met with Aichi Steel's leadership in Nagoya, Japan. During the visit, Vardhman Special Steels and Aichi Steel signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore establishing a new industrial unit in Punjab.
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From cotton fields to global fashion market: Punjab shows strength to investors at BharatTex 2026
India | Nov 01, 2026, 05:15 PM ISTAt the 'BharatTex 2026', Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann invited domestic and global companies to expand their businesses in Punjab, highlighting the state's industrial policy, export potential, and new investment opportunities.
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AAP releases first list of candidates for Punjab elections; CM Bhagwant Mann to contest from Dhuri
India | Oct 31, 2026, 11:48 PM ISTThe Aam Aadmi Party has fielded Bhagwant Mann from Dhuri seat and its jailed MLA Sanjeev Arora from Ludhiana West in its first list of candidates for the Punjab assembly elections due next year.
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'Hunar Punjab', a government initiative to connect skilled youth with industries
India | Oct 31, 2026, 11:03 AM ISTPunjab government's 'Hunar Punjab' and 'Fasttrack Punjab' initiatives will together form the skill development and placement pillar of the state's integrated interface for industries. The portal has been launched, and its various modules are being implemented in a phased manner.
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One portal, one point of contact, 45 days: How Punjab is fast-tracking investor approvals
India | Oct 30, 2026, 12:20 PM ISTThrough "Fast-Track Punjab," investors can apply online, pay fees, and track their application status. The portal offers access to over 200 business services and nearly 50 key regulatory approvals.
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Bhagwant Mann detained at Delhi airport for 3 hours, challaned Rs 50,000, claims AAP
India | Oct 21, 2026, 01:43 PM ISTThe AAP has claimed that Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann was detained at the Delhi airport on Sunday after he returned from Paris. The party claimed he was allowed to leave only after he was fined Rs 50,000. However, no official has responded to AAP's claim yet.
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Anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhota's murder probe to be handed over to CBI: Bhagwant Mann
India | Oct 20, 2026, 12:00 PM ISTThe development comes as the family of Jhota has been demanding a CBI probe into the murder incident. Known for raising his voice against the illegal sale of addictive substances at chemist shops, Jhota was shot in broad daylight inside a medical store at a busy marketplace in Mansa on October 13.
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Home Ministry to seek report from Punjab govt over anti-drug activist's murder: Amit Shah
India | Oct 16, 2026, 12:01 PM ISTIn a post on X, Union Home Minister Amit Shah said the Home Ministry will seek a report from the Punjab government over the murder of anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhota in the Mansa district, as he targeted Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann over the drug menace in the state.
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Raising voice against drugs has become death sentence: Rahul slams Mann govt over activist's killing
India | Oct 15, 2026, 05:19 PM ISTRahul Gandhi's remark came after Parvinder Singh Jhotta, known for raising his voice against drug abuse and illegal sale of addictive substances at chemist shops, was shot in broad daylight in the busy marketplace on Tuesday.
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'No one will be spared': Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann on anti-drug activist murder in Mansa
India | Oct 14, 2026, 04:59 PM ISTParvinder Singh alias Jhota, known for raising his voice against drug abuse, was shot in broad daylight inside a medical store at a busy marketplace on Tuesday.
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CBI raids Punjab's CM Bhagwant Mann's camp office, AAP hits back at BJP amid poll preparations
India | Oct 06, 2026, 09:01 PM ISTThe CBI conducted a raid at Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann's camp office in Chandigarh as part of an investigation into an alleged cash-for-posting and tender corruption case. Mann accused the BJP of using central agencies to target his government.
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Internet suspended at LPU amid protest, CM Bhagwant Mann orders strict action against culprits
India | Sep 28, 2026, 09:25 AM ISTInternet services have been suspended around Lovely Professional University in Phagwara after violent student protests over an alleged rape case. Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann has directed DGP Gaurav Yadav to visit the spot and has ordered strict action.
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Speed News: Trump Signs Sanctions Law Allowing 100% Tariffs On India, China
Originals | Sep 19, 2026, 05:45 PM ISTTrump signed sanctions law allowing 100% tariffs on India and China. Meanwhile, PM Modi distributed 51,000 appointment letters at Rozgar Mela. In another development, India sent 11 tonnes of relief supplies to flood-hit Nepal. Get all the latest updates of the day in today's Speed News.
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Punjab: Bhagwant Mann govt announces 8% DA hike for employees and pensioners ahead of festive season
Business | Sep 18, 2026, 03:55 PM ISTEmployee unions met with Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann in Chandigarh on Friday and reached an agreement on the pending dearness allowance (DA). Afterwards, the government decided to increase the DA by eight per cent.
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Punjab Pharmacy Officer recruitment put on hold by High Court amid Faridkot paper leak row
India | Aug 12, 2026, 09:04 PM ISTThe Punjab and Haryana High Court has put the Pharmacy Officer recruitment process on hold until the next hearing following a petition seeking cancellation of the July 19 examination and a fresh test. The controversy erupted after candidates were allegedly caught using electronic devices to cheat.
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Private schools in Punjab can no longer raise fees arbitrarily as Mann govt tightens rules
India | Jul 13, 2026, 10:17 PM ISTAddressing a press conference in Chandigarh, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann said that Governor Gulab Chand Kataria has given his approval to an ordinance on capping fee hikes by private schools in the state. He further said excess fee charged by private school will be refunded.
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Punjab govt transfers Rs 1,147 crore to 33 lakh women under Mukh Mantri Mawan Dheeyan Satkar Yojana
India | Jul 11, 2026, 10:43 PM ISTBeneficiaries belonging to the Scheduled Caste (SC) category received Rs 4,500 each, covering three monthly instalments of Rs 1,500, while women from other categories were credited Rs 3,000 each, equivalent to three monthly instalments of Rs 1,000, the Punjab government said.
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Bhagwant Mann launches Mawan Dheeyan Satkar Yojana, rolls out Rs 1000-1500 monthly aid for women
India | Jul 01, 2026, 05:57 PM ISTThe Punjab government on Tuesday started disbursing financial assistance under the Mukh Mantri Mawan Dheeyan Satkar Yojana.