Punjab news
Here are some recent news updates from Punjab, India:
Politics
- Punjab Chief Minister Amarinder Singh has announced that the state government will provide financial assistance of Rs 5 lakh to the families of farmers who have died during the ongoing farmers' protest against the Centre's new farm laws. (Source: The Indian Express)
- The Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) has decided to withdraw its three ministers from the Punjab Cabinet, citing differences with the Congress government over the farm laws. (Source: Hindustan Times)
Crime
- A gang of robbers has been arrested by the Punjab Police for stealing valuables worth lakhs from a bank in Amritsar. (Source: The Tribune)
- A 25-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly murdering his wife in a village in Ludhiana. (Source: The Times of India)
Education
- The Punjab Government has announced that it will set up 10 new government medical colleges in the state, with an investment of Rs 1,000 crore. (Source: The Hindu)
- The Punjab School Education Board (PSEB) has announced that it will conduct the Class 12 exams in May, despite the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. (Source: The Indian Express)
Sports
- The Punjab Cricket Association (PCA) has announced that it will host the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, a domestic T20 cricket tournament, in Mohali from March 4 to 14. (Source: The Tribune)
- The Indian hockey team has announced a 20-member squad for the upcoming FIH Pro League matches against Australia and Argentina, with several players from Punjab making the cut. (Source: The Times of India)
Other News
- The Punjab Government has announced that it will set up a new industrial park in Mohali, with an investment of Rs 500 crore. (Source: The Hindu)
- The Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) has developed a new variety of wheat that is resistant to yellow rust, a major pest affecting wheat crops in the state. (Source: The Indian Express)
These are just a few of the latest news updates from Punjab. If you're looking for more information on a specific topic or want to stay updated on the latest news from the state, feel free to ask!