Chandigarh: A parliamentary standing committee has raised concerns over the alleged diversion of subsidised neem-coated urea from agricultural use to industrial units in Punjab. The committee has called for stronger monitoring to ensure that subsidised fertiliser reaches farmers and is not misused for commercial purposes. The observations form part of the 2025-26 report of the...
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Punjab Farmers Stage Motorcycle March Against India-US Trade Deal
Punjab witnessed a fresh wave of farmer protests as hundreds of farmers staged a motorcycle march to oppose the proposed India-US trade agreement. The demonstration, organised by several farmer unions, reflected growing concerns that the deal could negatively affect Indian agriculture, particularly small and marginal farmers who form the backbone of Punjab’s rural economy. The...
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Punjab Bus Strike: Contract Employees Shut Down Government Bus Depots Across Punjab, Commuters Face Major Disruptions
Chandigarh: Thousands of commuters across Punjab faced travel problems on Wednesday after contract employees launched a statewide strike. The protest brought operations at many Punjab Roadways and PUNBUS depots to a halt. As a result, government bus services remained unavailable on several routes. The employees organised the strike to demand regular jobs, higher salaries, better...
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Punjab-Chandigarh Updates: Farmers Hold Bike Rally in Ludhiana, Plan National Highway Blockade; Child Adoption Process Becomes Easier
Punjab witnessed a day of significant developments as farmers intensified their protest in Ludhiana while the Central Government introduced measures to simplify the child adoption process across the country. The farmers’ agitation and the adoption reforms dominated headlines, reflecting two very different but equally important issues affecting citizens. The bike rally organised by farmers in...
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Jind: Road on PM’s Route to Remain Open Until 8 AM on July 17, Traffic Restrictions to Follow
Jind (Haryana): The Jind district administration has announced that the road on Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s route will remain open until 8:00 AM on July 17. After that, the administration will close the route for security reasons. Traffic will resume after the Prime Minister’s convoy passes. Officials have asked residents to plan their journeys in...
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Agriculture Will Drive India’s Journey Towards Viksit Bharat by 2047: Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini
Chandigarh: Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini said the agriculture sector will play a key role in achieving Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of Viksit Bharat by 2047. He said stronger agriculture will help build a self-reliant and developed India. The Chief Minister spoke at an agriculture event in Haryana. He said the state has...
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Passenger Injured After Stone Breaks HRTC Bus Window on Highway
Mandi | July 8: A passenger was injured after a stone crashed through the window of a moving Himachal Road Transport Corporation (HRTC) bus in Mandi district. The incident took place on a highway where heavy rain has increased the risk of falling rocks and landslides. The sudden impact created panic inside the bus as...
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New Helicopter Service to Chandigarh Cuts Travel Time to Just 30 Minutes
Mandi | July 8: Travelling between Mandi and Chandigarh has become much quicker with the launch of a new helicopter service connecting the two destinations. The service allows passengers to complete the journey in just 30 minutes, compared to several hours by road. The fare for a one-way trip has been fixed at ₹3,500, making...
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Punjab Canals Run Full as Paddy Transplantation Gains Momentum
Improved water flow brings relief to farmers as canals carry full capacity after a long gap CHANDIGARH, June 26: Punjab’s irrigation network has witnessed a significant boost as canals across several districts are now flowing at full capacity, offering much-needed relief to farmers preparing for the paddy transplantation season. After a long period of reduced...
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IT Malfunction Disrupts Germany’s Rail Operations
Germany’s rail network faced a significant disruption after an IT malfunction temporarily brought train operations to a halt across the country, affecting thousands of passengers and causing widespread delays. The outage impacted critical digital systems responsible for coordinating rail traffic, prompting authorities to suspend services as a precaution while technicians worked to identify and resolve...
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