The North News Chandigarh, November 11 In a major step to tighten environmental accountability, the Punjab Pollution Control Board (PPCB) has summoned 14 leading brands identified as the state’s largest contributors of hard-to-recycle plastic waste. The companies have been directed to submit clear, time-bound action plans detailing how they will incentivise consumers to return used […]
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The North NewsChandigarh, November 11 Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema on Tuesday announced that the state government will hold a ‘Pensioner Sewa Mela’ across all district treasury offices from November 13 to 15. The initiative aims to help state government pensioners complete their mandatory e-KYC process and register on the newly launched Pensioner Sewa […]
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The North NewsChandigarh, November 11 Punjab Police have busted a major cross-border weapon smuggling network in an intelligence-led operation carried out by Ferozepur Police, Director General of Police Gaurav Yadav said on Tuesday. Two accused — identified as Gurpreet Singh alias Gori and Vikramjeet Singh alias Vicky — have been arrested, and a cache of […]
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The North News New Delhi, November 10 At least nine people were killed and 20 injured after a powerful explosion ripped through a parked Hyundai i20 car near Delhi’s historic Red Fort on Monday evening, officials said. The blast, which occurred around 7 p.m., sent shockwaves through the busy area, shattering nearby windows and damaging […]
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The North News Chandigarh, November 10Following the blast in New Delhi, a red alert has been issued across all districts of Punjab. Police Commissioners and Senior Superintendents of Police have been directed to remain on high alert. Security has been intensified, with police deployment at sensitive and vulnerable locations across the state. Checking of vehicles […]
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The North News Chandigarh/Amritsar, November 10 Punjab Police’s State Special Operation Cell (SSOC) in Amritsar has foiled an alleged plot to carry out targeted killings in the state with the arrest of four suspected members of a gangster module, officials said on Monday. Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav said the operation was part […]
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The North News Chandigarh, November 10 Punjab Power Minister Sanjeev Arora has announced a series of reforms to simplify procedures for new power connections and strengthen the state’s power infrastructure through fresh recruitments and apprenticeship programmes. Speaking in Chandigarh on Monday, Arora said that the selection of 2,600 apprentices in the Lineman trade — including […]
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The North News Chandigarh, November 10 The Chandigarh Press Club has condemned what it described as “high-handed” behaviour by police officers against journalists covering a student protest at Panjab University. The incident took place at Gate No. 1 of the university, where several reporters, including Lalit Sharma and his team, were allegedly manhandled and denied […]
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The North News Chandigarh, November 10 The sound of resistance at Panjab University found a lyrical echo as acclaimed singer, poet, and university alumnus Dr. Satinder Sartaaj joined students in their ongoing protest, expressing solidarity with their demand for timely Senate elections.Known for his soulful verses and deep-rooted connection to Punjab’s culture, Sartaaj lent his […]
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The North NewsChandigarh, November 10 Tensions soared across Panjab University on Sunday as hundreds of students, joined by supporters from across Punjab, broke through police barricades and stormed the campus in protest against the delay in announcing Senate election dates. What began as a peaceful sit-in at the university’s Gate No. 2 soon turned volatile […]
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