The North News Chandigarh, March 12 President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday called on universities to strengthen ties with industry and focus on future-readiness, urging policymakers to ensure that education remains application-based. Speaking at the convocation of Panjab University in Chandigarh, she stressed that education should equip students with the skills and mindset to navigate an […]
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The North News Chandigarh, March 11 Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has directed officials to ensure the timely completion of the Shaheed Udham Singh State Institute of Medical Sciences and Civil Hospital in Hoshiarpur, emphasising the need for efficient execution of the project. Chairing a review meeting at his official residence, Mann stressed that the […]
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The North News Bathinda, March 11 President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday emphasized that morality is the cornerstone of a meaningful life, asserting that being a good person is more important than achieving success. Speaking at the convocation of the Central University of Punjab in Bathinda, she urged students to prioritize long-term impact over immediate gains […]
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The North News Chandigarh, March 11 Punjab’s Industries and Investment Promotion Minister, Tarunpreet Singh Sond, has announced that the deadline for the One-Time Settlement Scheme (OTS) for Industrialists has been extended till December 31, 2025. The move is aimed at giving defaulters more time to clear outstanding dues and providing relief to industrialists in the […]
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The North News News Analysis Chandigarh, March 10 The Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD), once a formidable force in Punjab politics, is now grappling with a crisis that strikes at its very core. The recent dissent voiced by senior leader Bikram Singh Majithia against party chief Sukhbir Singh Badal is not just a display of internal […]
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The North News Chandigarh, March 10 In a major crackdown on cross-border drug trafficking, Amritsar police have busted a drug cartel with the arrest of four individuals, including a 16-year-old juvenile, and seized 4.01 kg of heroin, Rs 20,000 in drug money, and three motorcycles, said Punjab’s Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav on […]
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The North News Chandigarh, March 10 Punjab is introducing a new high-yield maize hybrid, PMH 17, as part of its strategy to conserve groundwater and provide farmers with a viable alternative to water-intensive paddy crops. The dual-purpose hybrid is suitable for both grain and silage production, offering a profitable option for the state’s agricultural sector. […]
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The North News Chandigarh, March 10 Punjab’s Social Security, Women, and Child Development Minister, Dr. Baljit Kaur, announced on Monday that financial assistance has been provided to nearly 2.25 lakh destitute children across the state. She said ₹367.59 crore had been disbursed as part of the government’s welfare initiatives. Dr. Kaur explained that the state […]
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Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria Honours DPR Rajiv Tiwari The North News Chandigarh, March 10 When women are truly empowered, the nation becomes more self-reliant, prosperous, and undeniably progressive, said Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria at the Fempreneur Rising Stars 2025 Award ceremony in Chandigarh. Addressing the gathering at Raj Bhawan, Governor House, Kataria emphasized […]
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The North News Chandigarh, March 10 Punjab Police have arrested Shehnaz Singh, also known as Shawn Bhinder, a notorious kingpin of transnational drug smuggling wanted by the FBI. Singh was a major figure in a global narcotics syndicate, orchestrating the smuggling of cocaine from Colombia into the US and Canada, said Punjab DGP Gaurav Yadav. […]
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