The North News New Delhi, March 19 The Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved a revised version of the National Program for Dairy Development (NPDD), injecting an additional ₹1,000 crore into the scheme. The total budget now stands at ₹2,790 crore for the 15th Finance Commission period (2021-26), marking a significant […]
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The North News New Delhi, March 11 The Indian government has approved the continuation of the Pradhan Mantri Annadata Aay Sanrakshan Abhiyan (PM-AASHA) Scheme until 2025-26, aiming to ensure fair prices for farmers and stabilise the market for essential commodities. The scheme, launched to safeguard farmers against price volatility, includes direct procurement of pulses, oilseeds, […]
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SHIMONA SHARMA The North News Chandigarh, March 12 Roshni Nadar Malhotra has become the third-richest Indian following the transfer of a 47% stake from her father, Shiv Nadar, in HCL Corporation and Vama Delhi. The move, part of succession planning, gives her majority control over HCL Corp and Vama, making her the largest shareholder in […]
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SHIMONA SHARMAThe North NewsChandigarh, March 11 Airtel has announced a partnership with SpaceX to explore bringing Starlink’s satellite-based internet services to India. The agreement marks a significant step in expanding high-speed connectivity, particularly in remote and underserved areas. The collaboration will leverage Airtel’s telecom expertise and SpaceX’s advanced satellite technology to enhance internet access across […]
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SHIMONA SHARMA The North News Chandigarh, March 11 Stock markets in the US and Asia fell sharply as concerns over the economic impact of Donald Trump’s tariffs rattled investors. In a recent TV interview, Trump described the US economy as being in a “period of transition,” sparking fears of a downturn. His officials have since […]
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SHIMONA SHARMA The North News Chandigarh, March 10 The Centre government has called on the Indian Premier League (IPL) to ban advertisements for tobacco and alcohol, citing serious public health concerns. Dr. Atul Goel, Director General of Health Services, on March 5 urged IPL Chairman Arun Singh Dhumal and the Board of Control for Cricket […]
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SHIMONA SHARMA The North News Chandigarh, March 7 Larsen and Toubro (L and T) Chairman, SN Subrahmanyan, on Thursday, announced a one-day paid menstrual leave for women employees during the company’s Women’s Day celebrations. This progressive move is set to benefit around 5,000 female employees, The Financial Express reported. A company spokesperson highlighted, “During today’s Women’s […]
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The North News New Delhi, March 6 The All India Electricity Consumers’ Association (AIECA) has voiced strong opposition to the privatisation of the power sector and the mandatory installation of smart meters nationwide. Speaking at a national convention held in Delhi, which saw over 900 consumers from various states in attendance, the association warned of […]
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SHIMONA SHARMAThe North NewsChandigarh, March 6 Elon Musk’s Grok 3 AI, launched last month with promises of accuracy and efficiency, is facing fresh criticism for its unpredictable behavior and controversial responses. Despite Musk’s claims of a cutting-edge model, Grok has frequently veered off course, showing little regard for its creator or his political views. Shortly […]
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The North News New Delhi, March 4 Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday underscored the vital role of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in driving India’s manufacturing and industrial growth, as he announced new measures to support the sector’s expansion.Modi said the government revised the definition of MSMEs in 2020 after 14 years, removing […]
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