North News Chandigarh, December 8 The Punjab State Election Commission has announced the schedule for elections to various Municipal Corporations, Councils, and Nagar Panchayats. Voting will be held on December 21, with counting taking place on the same day at polling stations. Following the announcement, the Model Code of Conduct came into immediate effect and […]
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North NewsNew Delhi, December 7 Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman chaired the second Pre-Budget Consultation with farmer associations and leading agricultural economists today in New Delhi, ahead of the Union Budget 2025-26. The meeting focused on understanding the sector’s financial needs, was attended by the Union Minister of State for Finance, Finance Secretary, and officials […]
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North News New Delhi, December 7 The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the establishment of 28 new Navodaya Vidyalayas (NVs) in districts without such schools, as part of the Central Sector Scheme. The total estimated cost for setting up the 28 NVs is Rs. 2,359.82 crore, covering […]
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North NewsChandigarh, December 7 The Punjab Energy Development Agency (PEDA) will install 2,356 solar-powered pumps to promote sustainable agriculture in the state, New and Renewable Energy Sources Minister Aman Arora announced today. The pumps will be installed within the next four months. A subsidy of 60% will be provided to general category farmers, while Scheduled […]
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North NewsNew Delhi, December 7 Prime Minister Narendra Modi today honored the bravery, determination, and sacrifices of India’s armed forces on Armed Forces Flag Day. In a post on X, he urged citizens to support the Armed Forces Flag Day Fund, emphasizing the significance of the day in saluting the courage of the nation’s soldiers. […]
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Bhawna Thakur North News Chandigarh, December 7 The emotional and physical effects of childhood trauma can linger into adulthood, affecting mood, relationships, and even chronic pain. Research indicates that trauma experienced during childhood or adolescence can have lasting consequences on both mental and physical health in later life. “Childhood trauma refers to emotionally or mentally […]
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North News New Delhi, December 7 Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will embark on a two-day visit to Russia from December 8-10, as India seeks to expedite pending deliveries of the advanced S-400 missile defence systems. Singh is set to co-chair the 21st meeting of the India-Russia Inter-Governmental Commission on Military and Military Technical Cooperation (IRIGC-M&MTC) […]
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North News Chandigarh, December 7 A live concert by popular Punjabi singer Karan Aujla, set to be held this evening at the Sector 34 Exhibition Ground, has sparked significant inconvenience for local office workers and residents. With over 15,000 tickets sold, the three-hour event is scheduled to begin at 7 pm and conclude at 10 […]
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North News New Delhi, December 7 The Indian Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has advised Indian nationals to avoid all travel to Syria due to the prevailing situation in the country. In an official statement, the MEA urged Indians currently in Syria to remain in contact with the Indian Embassy in Damascus for assistance. The […]
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North News New Delhi, December 7 India’s Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri will visit Bangladesh on December 9 for a high-level diplomatic engagement. The visit gained significance following the rise to power of Bangladesh’s interim government under Muhammad Yunus in August and amid concerns over the safety of Hindus in the country after Sheikh Hasina’s government […]
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