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Sep252025 by editorNo Comments

SOWING HOPE: PUNJAB GOVT TO DISTRIBUTE 2 LAKH QUINTALS OF FREE WHEAT SEEDS TO FLOOD-HIT FARMERS

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Chandigarh, September 25: In a heartening move to give hope and support farmers devastated by recent floods, the Punjab Government will distribute two lakh quintals of high-quality wheat seeds free of cost to affected farmers for the upcoming Rabi season. This announcement was made today by Punjab Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister S. Gurmeet Singh Khudian, while addressing a press conference here at Punjab Bhawan. Dr. Basant Garg, Administrative Secretary of Agriculture department was also present in the press conference. He stated that this substantial aid, valued at approximately Rs. 74 crores, is aimed at covering the sowing needs for nearly 5 lakh acres of agricultural land that suffered extensive damage due to heavy rains and unprecedented floods during Kharif season 2...

Sep252025 by editorNo Comments

72 water bodies across 14 districts have been recommended for notification under the Wetlands (Conservation and Management) Rules, 2017

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Chandigarh, September 25: The 3rd meeting of the Punjab State Wetlands Authority, chaired by the Hon’ble Forest Minister, was held today to review wetland conservation initiatives in the state. In WP (c) No. 304/2018 – Anand Arya Vs Union of India, Hon’ble Supreme Court of India directed the each of the State/UT Wetland Authority to complete ground truthing as well as the demarcation of wetland boundaries of each of the Wetland which have been identified. Following ground-truthing, digital mapping and evaluation of identified 1143 water bodies by District Wetland Committees of Punjab, 72 water bodies across 14 districts have been recommended for notification under the Wetlands (Conservation and Management) Rules, 2017. These i...

Sep252025 by editorNo Comments

OTS policy aims to reinvigorate sick rice mills for generating optimum employment avenues: Lal Chand Kataruchak

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Chandigarh, September 25: The Punjab Government led by the Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann stands fully committed to safekeep the interests of every stakeholder connected with the procurement process. The rice mill owners too are an important part of the procurement operations. It was keeping in view this aspect, the Punjab Cabinet yesterday gave nod to the One Time Settlement (OTS) scheme 2025 for the rice millers. Disclosing this here today, the Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Minister Lal Chand Kataruchak said that till 2024-25, a total of 1688 millers owe Rs. 12000 crore to the State Government which includes interest to the tune of Rs. 10000 crore and Rs. 2181 crore as principal amount. Under the new OTS policy, the millers need to pay half the Principal amount. ...

Sep252025 by editorNo Comments

Infosys Ltd to invest Rs. 300 Crore in Mohali, Says Cabinet Minister Sanjeev Arora

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Chandigarh, 25 September 2025: Aiming to further boost Punjab’s industry and commerce and making the high economic growth trajectory of the state under the visionary leadership of Chief Minister,Punjab S. Bhagwant Singh Mann, the Cabinet Minister Sh. Sanjeev Arora informed that Infosys Ltd. will invest Rs. 300 crore approx. in Mohali to further expand their business. This will lead to generate employment opportunities for 2500 persons and 210 persons will get the benefit of indirect employment opportunities. Cabinet Minister Sh. Sanjeev Arora disclosed that Infosys Ltd has had a presence in Mohali since 2017, and currently, approximately 900 employees are working from this location. To broaden its business footprint and effectively leverage the local talent pool, the comp...

Sep252025 by editorNo Comments

DAIRY DEAL: PUNJAB TO SUPPLY SAHIWAL BULLS TO KERALA IN RETURN TO GET HIGH-YIELD SEMEN OF HF & MURRAH

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Chandigarh, September 25: In a bid to enhance livestock productivity and farmer prosperity, the Punjab and Kerala have forged a historic partnership to boost livestock productivity, leveraging each state's unique strengths in animal husbandry. This strategic collaboration involves exchanging high-quality genetic material, with Kerala is procuring Sahiwal breed bulls from Punjab. In return, the Punjab would import Holstein Friesian (HF) and Murrah bull semen from Kerala. Punjab has placed an initial order to purchase 30,000 doses of HF semen and 60,520 doses of Murrah buffalo semen from Kerala Livestock Development Board. The decisions to collaborate on livestock development was taken during a high-level meeting between Punjab Animal Husbandry, Dairy Development and Fisheries Mi...

Sep252025 by editorNo Comments

Kerala Minister Lauds Punjab’s Progressive Horticulture Model

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Chandigarh, September 25 A high-level delegation from the Kerala Government called on Punjab Horticulture Minister, Mr. Mohinder Bhagat, at Punjab Bhawan, Chandigarh, yesterday evening. The delegation was led by Kerala Agriculture Minister, Mr. P. Prasad, and included Mission Director (Horticulture) Mr. Saji John and Chairman, State Agricultural Price Board, Dr. P. Rajasekharan. The delegation highly appreciated Punjab’s progressive horticulture model. During the interaction, Cabinet Minister Mr. Mohinder Bhagat informed the delegation that under the leadership of Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Singh Mann, the state is working rapidly to promote crop diversification and enhance farmers’ income. He explained that the government is providing farmers with extensive technical knowledge and s...

Sep242025 by editorNo Comments

Adopt Zero-Tolerance Policy Against Forces Inimical to Peace, Progress and Prosperity of the State: CM to CPs/SSPs

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Chandigarh, September 24 : Reiterating the firm commitment of the state government to maintai law and order, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Wednesday directed Commissioners of Police and Senior Superintendents of Police to adopt a zero-tolerance policy against crime and criminal elements. Chairing a virtual meeting with the CPs and SSPs today, the Chief Minister emphasized that, in view of the upcoming festive season, it is imperative to ensure comprehensive arrangements for maintaining law and order, public safety, and the smooth conduct of events. He noted that the festive season often sees increased activity by miscreants, potential stampedes due to overcrowding, incidents of theft and snatching, and attempts by anti-social or anti-national elements to exploit the si...

Sep242025 by editorNo Comments

VERKA LAUNCHES PREMIUM HIGH PROTEIN PROBIOTIC CURD

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Chandigarh, September 24- Under the dynamic and visionary leadership of the Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, Verka, the flagship brand of Punjab’s Milkfed cooperative, on Wednesday announced the launch of its latest innovation Verka High Protein Probiotic Curd. Unveiling the product, Chairman of Punjab Milkfed Mr. Narinder Singh Shergill said that the product is a unique combination of high protein and probiotic goodness at an affordable price. He said that under the able guidance of the Chief Minister, Punjab’s cooperative sector is taking significant strides in innovation and consumer welfare. Mr. Shergill further said that priced at just Rs. 55 for a 350g cup, Verka’s High Protein Probiotic Curd delivers 22 grams of protein per pack along with a scientifically formulated...

Sep242025 by editorNo Comments

LED BY CM PUNJAB CABINET GIVES NOD TO SEVERAL KEY INITIATIVES TO BOOST INDUSTRY AND COMMERCE IN THE STATE

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Chandigarh, September 24: The Punjab Cabinet led by the Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Wednesday gave nod to several key initiatives to boost industry and commerce in the state to further put its economy on the path of high growth trajectory. A decision to this effect was taken in a meeting of the Council Of Ministers held here today under the chairmanship of the Chief Minister. Disclosing this here today a spokesperson of the Chief Minister’s Office said that the Cabinet gave approval to introduce Punjab One Time Settlement Scheme for Recovery of Outstanding Dues, 2025 to reduce the compliance burden of legacy cases and will enable trade and industry to enhance their compliance. The Punjab One Time Settlement Scheme for Recovery of Outstanding Dues, 2025 will be implemente...

Sep242025 by editorNo Comments

Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs Department to contribute Rs. 41 Lakh towards Chief Minister Relief Fund for flood affected people

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Chandigarh, September 24: Extending a helping hand to the flood ravaged people of Punjab in their hour of need, the Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Department has decided to contribute one day's salary amounting to Rs. 41 Lakh towards the Chief Minister Relief Fund as part of its humanitarian duty. The officers comprising the Director, Controller Finance & Accounts, Additional Director, Joint Director, Deputy Director, Assistant Director/District Controller, Assistant Controller/Accounts Officer, Food and Civil Supplies Officer, Assistant Food and Civil Supplies Officer and the Inspectors have decided to contribute towards the fund. A copy of the consent letter of the employees of the department written in this regard to the Director (Treasury) was today handed over ...