The North News Chandigarh, September 24 Punjab Revenue Minister Hardeep Singh Mundian said that the state’s flood situation has stabilised, with all 219 relief camps now closed and displaced families returning to their homes. At the peak of flooding, the camps housed more than 8,000 people across Punjab. Since 1 August, 23,340 residents have been […]
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The North News Chandigarh, September 24 Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann has assured farmers that this year’s paddy procurement will be carried out without delays or disruption, as the state targets the purchase of 175 lakh metric tonnes of grain. Speaking at a review meeting in Chandigarh, Mann said farmers had not faced problems […]
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The North News Chandigarh, September 23 Punjab New and Renewable Energy Sources Minister Aman Arora on Tuesday unveiled a set of measures aimed at boosting investor confidence and ensuring the smooth execution of renewable energy projects in the state. Speaking at the Renewable Energy Developers Meet held at the Punjab Energy Development Agency (PEDA) complex […]
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The North News Chandigarh, September 23 Ensuring the financial security of retired employees of the state’s Zilla Parishads and Panchayat Samitis, Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema on Tuesday announced that the pensions for these employees will be disbursed directly into their bank accounts before the 10th of every month. This move is expected to […]
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The North News Itanagar( Arunachal Pradesh), September 22 Recalling his commitment to enhancing both the income and savings of citizens, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said that despite facing major challenges over the years, his government consistently reduced income tax rates. This year, annual income up to ₹12 lakh has been made completely tax-free. […]
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The North News Chandigarh, September 22 Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Monday announced the start of registration for the state’s new universal health insurance scheme, which promises cashless treatment of up to ₹10 lakh per family. Speaking to reporters in Chandigarh, Chief Minister Mann said the pilot registration drive under the Mukh Mantri […]
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The North News Chandigarh, September 22 Punjab’s week-long health campaign in flood-hit areas treated nearly 2.5 lakh people, with officials reporting only five malaria cases. Health Minister Dr Balbir Singh said teams had conducted 2,47,958 outpatient consultations across 2,303 villages since the drive began on 14 September. The campaign has so far provided treatment for […]
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The North News Chandigarh/Amritsar, September 22 In an intelligence-led operation amidst the ongoing drive to make Punjab a safe and secure state, Amritsar Commissionerate Police has busted an organised arms and hawala network with the arrest of its three operatives involved in cross-border illegal weapons supply and recovered 10 Sophisticated weapons and Rs 2.5 lakh […]
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The North News Chandigarh, September 22 Punjab’s Minister for Cultural Affairs, Tarunpreet Singh Sond, has paid tribute to renowned music composer Charanjit Ahuja, describing his death as the end of an era in Punjabi music. In his condolence message, Sond said Ahuja’s compositions were “soulful, timeless and unforgettable,” adding that they would continue to inspire […]
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The North News Chandigarh, September 22 Prime Minister Narendra Modi has extended his wishes to people across India on the occasion of Navratri, describing the festival as a time of new energy and collective resolve. Posting on X, Modi said this year’s Navratri is “very special” as it coincides with the GST Savings Festival and […]
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