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    Major Punjab Cabinet Decisions: Free Bus Travel for NEET Candidates, Age Limit Relaxation in Lecturer Recruitment

    The Punjab Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, took several important decisions related to students, youth, and flood management.

    Punjab Cabinet clears Guru Tegh Bahadur varsity plan

    The Punjab Cabinet, led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, has approved the establishment of a world-class university named after Guru Tegh Bahadur at Anandpur Sahib. The decision was taken during a meeting of the Council of Ministers and is seen as a major step toward strengthening higher education and honouring Sikh heritage. According to officials,.

    Punjab Cabinet approves subsidy for sugarcane growers 

    Chandigarh: The Punjab Cabinet, led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, on Tuesday, approved a direct subsidy of Rs 68.50 per quintal out of the fixed state agreed price (SAP) for sugarcane growers.  The decision was taken at a meeting of the Council of Ministers, which also delivered a series of approvals spanning healthcare reform, public.

    Punjab Cabinet Reshuffle: Sanjeev Arora gets Local Bodies Department, Ravjot Singh gets NRI responsibility

    A major cabinet reshuffle took place in Punjab on Thursday, with a special focus on strengthening the government's urban strategy ahead of the upcoming municipal elections.

    Punjab Cabinet Takes Big Reform Decisions on Housing Rights, Industry and Urban Development

    Chandigarh: The Punjab Cabinet led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Saturday gave nod to amend the Punjab Abadi Deh (Record of Rights) Act, 2021, to reduce the time limit for filing objections and appeals under the ‘Mera Ghar Mere Naam’ scheme. A decision to this effect was taken in the meeting of the.

    Punjab Cabinet gives nod to empanel 300 specialist doctors

    Chandigarh: In a bid to impart quality health services, the Punjab Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, on Friday gave nod to empanel 300 specialist doctors across 12 key specialities.   A spokesperson for the Chief Minister’s Office said the Cabinet gave the nod to empanel 300 specialist doctors across 12 specialities, including medicine, paediatrics,.

    Punjab Cabinet gives green light to recruit 311 nurses

    Chandigarh: The Punjab Cabinet, presided over by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, on Friday approved the recruitment of 311 nurses in the Health and Family Welfare department, marking a step forward in the government’s mission to strengthen the healthcare delivery system across the state. Major Push to Strengthen Healthcare Workforce A spokesperson for the Chief.

    Punjab Cabinet Approves Filing Case Against Former Minister Sadhu Singh Dharamsot in Corruption Matter

    Chandigarh: The Punjab Cabinet has approved the filing of a corruption case against former minister Sadhu Singh Dharamsot, paving the way for legal action. The Vigilance Bureau had registered an FIR in June 2022, which revealed that Dharamsot allegedly accepted bribes amounting to ₹1.67 crore. The state government also confirmed that proceedings will be initiated.

    Punjab Cabinet allows Farmers to sell Flood-deposited Sand

    Chandigarh: The Punjab Cabinet led by the Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, on Monday, gave its approval to one-time ‘pro-people’ measure to enable farmers to remove sand and silt accumulated due to floods in their fields and sell them if they desire.  A decision to this effect was taken by the Council of Ministers at its.

    Punjab Cabinet ministers reach out to flood-affected areas

    Chandigarh: Punjab Cabinet ministers are reaching out to villages and flood-affected areas to provide relief materials and assistance to the people, the government said on Tuesday.  Cabinet ministers Harpal Singh Cheema and Lal Chand Kataruchak visited flood-affected villages of Bhoa constituency in Pathankot district and took stock of the flood situation. They visited Kathlaur Bridge,.

    Sanjeev Arora gets Power Portfolio in Punjab Cabinet after Reshuffle

    Chandigarh: In a significant cabinet reshuffle, Punjab Governor, on the advice of Chief Minister, has reallocated key portfolios, handing over the crucial Power department to Cabinet Minister Sanjeev Arora. The move strips Harbhajan Singh ETO of the Power portfolio, leaving him only with the Public Works (B&R) department. According to an official notification issued by.