The North News New Delhi, September 26 The Union government has released the 21st instalment of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-Kisan) scheme, providing over ₹540 crore in direct transfers to farmers in Himachal Pradesh, Punjab and Uttarakhand. Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan made the announcement on Friday through video conference, stressing that […]
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The North News Chandigarh, September 26 Punjab Vidhan Sabha on Friday paid tributes to 59 citizens who lost their lives in the recent devastating floods across the State. At the outset of the special session of Punjab Vidhan Sabha, Speaker Kultar Singh Sandhwan along with all members of the House also observed solemn remembrance for […]
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The North News Chandigarh, September 26 In a significant decision, the Punjab government led by the Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann has lifted earlier restrictions on the creation of new cooperative societies, including PACS, Milk Societies, and Labour Societies. Divulging the details, the Chief Minister said that the Cooperative movement in India is built on […]
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The North News Chandigarh, September 25 Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Thursday unveiled the logo for the state level commemorative events to be organized for observing the 350th martyrdom day of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur . The Chief Minister said that the state government has already chalked a number of events to commemorate […]
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The North News Chandigarh, September 25 Punjab and Kerala have signed a landmark agreement aimed at improving livestock productivity and farmer incomes by sharing expertise and genetic resources in animal husbandry. At a meeting in Chandigarh on September 25, Punjab’s Animal Husbandry Minister Gurmeet Singh Khudian and Kerala’s Animal Husbandry Minister Chinchu Rani finalised the […]
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The North News Chandigarh, September 25 The Punjab Police have busted a major narcotics and arms trafficking network in Amritsar, seizing heroin and weapons allegedly smuggled in from Pakistan using drones on Thursday. Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav said on Thursday that six men were arrested in an intelligence-led operation carried out by […]
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The North News Chandigarh, September 25 Punjab’s Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, has approved a series of measures aimed at boosting industry, reducing litigation and strengthening governance in the state. At a meeting in Chandigarh on Wednesday, the Cabinet gave the go-ahead for the Punjab One Time Settlement (OTS) Scheme for Recovery […]
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The North News Chandigarh, September 24 Kerala’s Food and Civil Supplies Minister G.R. Anil has lauded the Punjab government’s procurement mechanism, describing it as robust and transparent. He also praised the resilience of Punjabis, calling their “Charhdi Kala” (ever-rising spirit) remarkable even during recent floods. During his visit to Anaj Bhawan in Chandigarh, Punjab’s Food […]
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The North News Chandigarh, September 24 Punjab has introduced a first-of-its-kind policy to recognise doctors for exceptional service, with Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann set to personally honour 60 medical professionals each year. Announcing the move in Chandigarh, Health Minister Dr Balbir Singh said the initiative aims to boost morale and acknowledge the vital role […]
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The North News Chandigarh, September 24 Punjab’s Social Security, Women and Child Development Minister Dr Baljit Kaur on Wednesday distributed 15 auto e-rickshaws to economically weaker and disabled people in her Malout constituency. The initiative, launched under the state government’s self-employment scheme, is aimed at providing beneficiaries with a sustainable livelihood. Dr Kaur said the […]
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