Government says excise duty hike won’t impact consumers, cites global oil trends for stable fuel pricing The North News New Delhi, April 7 Union Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri on Monday announced a Rs 50 increase in the price of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinders, even as prices of petrol and diesel remain unchanged despite […]
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The North News New Delhi, April 7 Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will begin a six-day official visit to the United Kingdom and Austria from April 8, seeking to bolster financial, trade, and investment ties with two of Europe’s key economies. The trip will feature high-level bilateral engagements and culminate in the 13th India–UK Economic and Financial […]
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The North NewsNew Delhi, April 7 Asian stock markets suffered a sharp sell-off on Monday, as tremors from US President Donald Trump’s aggressive tariff stance sent shockwaves through global financial systems. From Shanghai to Tokyo, and Sydney to Hong Kong, markets opened in the red — plunging within minutes of the bell. “It’s a bloodbath,” […]
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The North News New Delhi, April 3 US President Donald Trump has imposed a 27 percent reciprocal tariff on Indian imports, a move that could strain economic ties between the two nations. Announced during his ‘Liberation Day’ speech, the decision comes as a setback for New Delhi, which had been seeking tariff relief, the news […]
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SHIMONA SHARMA The North News Mohali, April 2 In a landmark event for the Indian beauty and grooming sector, Salonmart has launched world-class beauty education in India through a strategic partnership with the esteemed JJ Savani Academy and the Indian-International Hair, Makeup, and Beauty Academy (IIHMBA). The grand launch in Mohali on Wednesday marks the […]
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The North News Chandigarh, April 2 India’s coal production and dispatch have reached record levels in the financial year 2024-25, marking a significant milestone in the country’s energy sector. The Ministry of Coal reported a total production of 190.95 million tonnes (MT) as of March 31, 2025, reflecting a 29.79% increase from 147.11 MT in […]
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The North News Chandigarh, April 1 Punjab Finance, Planning, Excise, and Taxation Minister Advocate Harpal Singh Cheema announced on Tuesday that the state’s Excise and Taxation Department has achieved a record Excise revenue of Rs 10,743.72 crore for the financial year 2024-25, reflecting a remarkable annual growth of 16.36 percent over the previous fiscal year. […]
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The North News New Delhi, April 1 The Centre is investing Rs 4,679.85 crore in the Silk Samagra-2 scheme to strengthen the country’s sericulture sector between 2021-22 and 2025-26. The initiative, led by the Central Silk Board, aims to improve silk production and provide direct support to farmers. Under the scheme, financial aid is being […]
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The North News New Delhi, March 29 India’s rise as a global manufacturing powerhouse hinges on robust arbitration and mediation frameworks, Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said at the United International Avocat Conference in Delhi. Goyal underscored the role of arbitration in reducing judicial delays and fostering a transparent business environment. Acknowledging concerns […]
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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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