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Chandigarh, May 31: Punjab's market is experiencing a notable upswing, with the Punjab Mandi Board's latest data of e-auction showcasing a strong upward trend after it has earned a whopping Rs.324 crore revenue via e-auction of plots in just six months, informed S. Gurmeet Singh Khudian, Minister of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Punjab. This growth is attributed to Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann led Punjab Government's commitment to fostering a conducive business environment, marked by transparency to ensure competitive and secure environment in the state, he said while adding that the Punjab Mandi Board has achieved a significant milestone by successfully conducting e-auctions for 720 plots across various mandis in the state, generating Rs.324 crore in revenue from December 2...

Chandigarh, May 31: On the sixth day of filing nominations for the 64-Ludhiana West seat of the Punjab Legislative Assembly, six nomination papers have been filed. Punjab’s Chief Electoral Officer Sibin C stated that today, Jatinder Kumar Sharma, candidate from the National Lok Sewa Party, submitted his nomination paper for the 64-Ludhiana West seat. In addition, five independent candidates Paramjit Singh Bharaj, Albert Dua, Kamal Pawar, Rajesh Sharma and Neetu have also filed their nominations. He further informed that a total of 14 nomination papers have been filed so far. It is noteworthy that due to the public holiday tomorrow, June 1, nomination papers cannot be submitted. June 2 is the last date for filing nominations, while the scrutiny of nomination papers will be conducte...

Jalandhar, May 30 : Under the on going action against illegal encroachments made by drug peddlers as a part of Yudh Nashian Virudh initiative led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, Municipal Corporation Jalandhar in coordination with Commissionerate Police Jalandhar, on Friday demolished a illegal structure belonging to noyorious drug smugglers. The illegal structure was razed in Rama Mandi locality as a part of the on going drive to demolish illegal encroachments under "Yudh Nashian Virudh." Divulging the details, Commissioner of Police Jalandhar Ms. Dhanpreet Kaur stated that the Municipal Corporation had received information about an illegal construction on by notorious drug smugglers Bunty, and Shanty both brothers. They have got as many as 12 cases registered against them inclu...

 Chandigarh, May 30 :  Punjab Power Minister Harbhajan Singh ETO today announced that Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL) has made extensive arrangements to ensure uninterrupted power supply and efficient complaint resolution during the upcoming summer and paddy season, as well as in the event of power disruptions caused by heavy rains and windstorms. Emphasizing the state government’s proactive approach under the dynamic, visionary and “pro-people” leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, the minister stated that PSPCL has established dedicated control rooms at each zonal level and a central control room at the head office in Patiala to monitor power supply 24x7. To enhance consumer convenience, the minister highlighted the availability of multiple e...