Governor of Punjab

War of words started between Governor Banwarilal and CM Bhagwant Mann over the letter

The fight between the Punjab Government and the State Governor Banwarilal has now come to the fore. CM Bhagwant Mann has attacked the Governor with questions. Bhagwant Mann has advocated the Governor to become the face of the CM.

Aug 26, 2023, 16:06 PM IST

Punjab Governor Banwarilal Purohit inaugurates NBT’s Amritsar Book Fair 2022

The Governor of Punjab said that in the journey of development that started with the independence of the country, NBT has been working towards making every section of the society knowledgeable. 

Mar 06, 2022, 13:26 PM IST

'Jallianwala Bagh National Memorial (Amendment) Bill' to be presented in Parliament today

'Jallianwala Bagh National Memorial (Amendment) Bill' to be presented in Parliament today. Under the 1951 Act, the Trustees of the Memorial include: (i) the Prime Minister, as Chairperson, (ii) the President of the Indian National Congress, (iii) the Minister in-charge of Culture, (iv) the Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, (v) the Governor of Punjab, (vi) the Chief Minister of Punjab, and (vii) three eminent persons nominated by the central government. The Bill amends this provision to remove the President of the Indian National Congress as a Trustee. Further, it clarifies that when there is no Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, then the leader of the single largest opposition party in the Lok Sabha will be the Trustee. Watch this video to know more.

Jul 08, 2019, 09:24 AM IST