The North News New Delhi, February 17 In an effort to boost domestic pulse production and reduce reliance on imports, the government has approved the procurement of tur, urad, and masur for the 2024-25 season, guaranteeing purchases equivalent to 100 percent of state production. Furthermore, this measure will continue for four more years, as confirmed […]
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The North News Chandigarh, Febraury 17 Punjab has attracted investment proposals worth ₹94,203 crore since March 2022, with the potential to generate over four lakh jobs, state Cabinet Minister Tarunpreet Singh Sond announced on Monday. He credited the green stamp paper initiative and the government’s industry-friendly policies for boosting investor confidence. The green stamp paper […]
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The North News Chandigarh, February 17 Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Monday urged newly inducted Punjab Civil Service (PCS) officers to uphold integrity and dedication in their service, ensuring that government welfare schemes reach the grassroots. Addressing the officers at his official residence, Mann congratulated them on their selection and encouraged them to serve […]
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Damini Sharma The North News Chandigarh, February 17 YouTuber Ranveer Allahabadia, facing backlash over his controversial remarks on the India’s Got Latent show, has been issued a fresh summons by Maharashtra Police. He has been asked to appear on February 24 as part of the ongoing investigation, according to media reports. Meanwhile, the National Commission […]
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The North News Chandigarh, February 17 In a significant move on Monday, the Punjab Government relieved Varinder Kumar from his position as the Chief Director of the State Vigilance Bureau. Kumar has been shifted to the office of the Director General of Police (DGP), with immediate effect. G. Nageswara Rao, the Additional Director General of […]
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The North New Mohali, February 17 A strong proponent of agricultural innovation, Vice-President, Jagdeep Dhankhar, who is himself the son of a farmer, stressed the importance of empowering rural economies. He advocated for the establishment of micro-industries in villages that would add value to agricultural and livestock products, such as milk. Dhankhar argued that such […]
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The North News Chandigarh, February 17 Harjinder Singh Dhami, president of the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbhandak Committee (SGPC), resigned on “moral ground” on Monday. His decision follows an open disagreement between Dhami and Akal Takht Jathedar Giani Raghbir Singh over the controversial removal of Giani Harpreet Singh as Jathedar of Takht Damdama Sahib. In a statement […]
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The North News New Delhi, February 17 A 4.0-magnitude earthquake struck Delhi early on Monday, sending strong tremors across the national capital and nearby areas. The unexpected intensity of the shaking alarmed residents, with some reporting a loud sound preceding the tremors. The unusual strength of the quake, despite its relatively low magnitude, was attributed […]
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The North News New Delhi, February 15 At least 18 people were killed, and many others injured after a stampede broke out at New Delhi Railway Station on Saturday night due to severe overcrowding, officials confirmed. The incident occurred around 10 pm on platforms 13 and 14, where thousands of Maha Kumbh devotees had gathered, […]
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The North News Chandigarh, February 15 Punjab Police’s NRI Affairs wing has arrested travel agent Anil Batra, one of four accused in an illegal immigration scam, as part of an ongoing crackdown on fraudulent immigration consultants. The arrest follows the registration of 10 FIRs by a Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing agents who allegedly duped […]
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