The North News Chandigarh, March 26 Punjab has announced a historic budget for the financial year 2025-26, setting an unprecedented allocation of Rs 2,36,080 crore under the “Badlda Punjab” initiative. Presented by Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema in the Punjab Assembly, the budget focuses on social reforms, infrastructure development, and public welfare. War Against Drugs […]
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The North News Chandigarh, March 26 Punjab Transport and Jails Minister Laljit Singh Bhullar has hailed the Punjab Budget 2025-26 as a blueprint for holistic development. He stated that with a proposed expenditure of ₹2,36,080 crore, the budget aims to revitalize rural Punjab and drive comprehensive progress across the state. Bhullar highlighted key initiatives, including […]
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The North News Chandigarh, March 26 Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema has presented a ₹2.36-lakh crore budget for 2025-26, prioritising agriculture, free electricity, drug control measures, and security enhancements. Cheema announced ₹14,524 crore for agriculture and allied sectors, alongside ₹9,992 crore to sustain free power for farmers. To tackle the drug crisis, ₹150 crore […]
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The North News New Delhi, March 21 India has achieved a historic milestone by producing 1 billion tonnes of coal, marking a significant step towards energy security, economic growth, and self-reliance. Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed this achievement as a “proud moment for India”, acknowledging the relentless efforts of workers in the sector. Union Coal […]
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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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