North NewsNew Delhi, December 7 Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman chaired the second Pre-Budget Consultation with farmer associations and leading agricultural economists today in New Delhi, ahead of the Union Budget 2025-26. The meeting focused on understanding the sector’s financial needs, was attended by the Union Minister of State for Finance, Finance Secretary, and officials […]
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North News New Delhi, December 7 The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the establishment of 28 new Navodaya Vidyalayas (NVs) in districts without such schools, as part of the Central Sector Scheme. The total estimated cost for setting up the 28 NVs is Rs. 2,359.82 crore, covering […]
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North News New Delhi, December 7 Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will embark on a two-day visit to Russia from December 8-10, as India seeks to expedite pending deliveries of the advanced S-400 missile defence systems. Singh is set to co-chair the 21st meeting of the India-Russia Inter-Governmental Commission on Military and Military Technical Cooperation (IRIGC-M&MTC) […]
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North News Chandigarh, December 7 A live concert by popular Punjabi singer Karan Aujla, set to be held this evening at the Sector 34 Exhibition Ground, has sparked significant inconvenience for local office workers and residents. With over 15,000 tickets sold, the three-hour event is scheduled to begin at 7 pm and conclude at 10 […]
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North News New Delhi, December 7 The Indian Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has advised Indian nationals to avoid all travel to Syria due to the prevailing situation in the country. In an official statement, the MEA urged Indians currently in Syria to remain in contact with the Indian Embassy in Damascus for assistance. The […]
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North News New Delhi, December 7 India’s Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri will visit Bangladesh on December 9 for a high-level diplomatic engagement. The visit gained significance following the rise to power of Bangladesh’s interim government under Muhammad Yunus in August and amid concerns over the safety of Hindus in the country after Sheikh Hasina’s government […]
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North News Chandigarh, December 6 Farmer leader Sarwan Singh Pandher on Friday said that farmer leaders will hold talks with the central government on December 7, following rising tensions at the Shambhu border. In a press conference, Pandher stated that a group of 101 farmers will march towards Delhi on December 8 at 12 noon. […]
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North News New Delhi, December 6 Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) confirmed on Friday that preparations are underway for Special Representative (SR) talks between India and China, with patrolling in Eastern Ladakh having been restored. The MEA Spokesperson confirmed the developments during a press briefing, noting that the restoration of patrolling and SR-level talks are […]
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North News New Delhi, December 6 Chaos erupted in the Rajya Sabha after Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar on Friday revealed that security officials discovered a bundle of cash on a seat allotted to Congress MP Abhishek Manu Singhvi during an anti-sabotage check following Thursday’s adjournment. Chairman Dhankhar disclosed that the currency was recovered from seat […]
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North News Chandigarh, December 6 Union Minister of State for Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Bhagirath Choudhary, extended an olive branch to protesting farmers on Friday, assuring them of open dialogue regarding their demands. “I am their brother, and the doors are open. If they want us to go to them, we are ready to meet […]
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