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Chandigarh, November 21:-The Punjab and Haryana High Court today designated Advocate General Maninderjit Singh Bedi as Senior Advocate. The official notification stated that the court, exercising its authority under Section 16(2) of the Advocates Act 1961, has accorded this designation to S. Bedi with effect from the date of issuance of the notification. Advocate General S. Bedi comes from Phul town in Bathinda district. A law graduate from Punjabi University, Patiala, Class of 2005, he began his journey in the legal field under the guidance of his paternal uncle while practicing at Rampura Phul. He moved to Chandigarh in 2009 and built an active practice across constitutional, civil, criminal, service, revenue and corporate matters. His assignments over the years included serving as...

Chandigarh, November 20:-                   To mark the supreme sacrifice of Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib a significant pious event dedicated to the 350th martyrdom of Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib, was held under the patronage of Chief information Commissioner Punjab Inderpal Singh Dhanna in Chandigarh where in a significant pictorial brochure depicting the Spiritual Journey of Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib was released by Inderpal Singh Dhanna, Chief Information Commissioner, Punjab along with Harpreet Sandhu, Dr. Bhupinder Singh Batth and Sandeep S. Dhaliwal, State Information Commissioners, Punjab. Special documentary showcasing the life journey of Guru Tegh Bahadur was also screened in the Commission, previewed by the Commission officials. The documentary dedicated to 350th martyrdom year of&nbs...

Chandigarh 18 November 2025:- At the Regional Council Meeting of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) Northern Region held in Amritsar, the Government of Punjab presented its forward-looking industrial reform agenda, sector-specific policy initiatives, and major infrastructure plans aimed at accelerating the state’s investment momentum. Welcoming the Cabinet Minister Sanjeev Arora, Mrs Anjali Singh, Chairperson, CII Northern Region, said Punjab is fast emerging as a preferred destination for high-quality investments. She highlighted SUJAN’s ₹150 crore investment in Punjab’s hospitality sector, beginning with Amritsar, as a strong endorsement of the state’s improving investment climate. “This major commitment strengthens Punjab’s premium tourism landscape and signals ...

Chandigarh, 18 November 2025:- Punjab Power Minister Sanjeev Arora announced a significant pro-people decision of the Punjab Government, stating that the Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL) will now release electricity connections without NOC after applicants furnish a mandatory undertaking. The move, he said, reflects Hon'ble National Convenor Sh. Arvind Kejriwal and Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann’s commitment to providing basic amenities to citizens without delay, while ensuring adherence to legal processes. Arora said that earlier, applicants were required to submit approvals such as NOC, Regularisation Certificate or Sanctioned Building Plan issued by local authorities like MCs, GMADA, GLADA, JDA, ADA, PDA or BDA before obtaining a power connection. “However, ...

Chandigarh, November 18 :- Braving the odds posed by the recent floods in the State, the Foolproof and resilient infrastructure in the mandis of Punjab has ensured the surpassing of 150 Lakh Metric Tonne (LMT) mark in terms of lifting also. Earlier, both arrival as well as procurement had also crossed the 150 LMT mark. Leaving no stone unturned to ensure a smooth paddy procurement season, the pro active approach of the Punjab Government led by the vision of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann has led to over 11 Lakh farmers being benefitted from the Minimum Support Price (MSP) till November 17th. Under the guidance of the Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Minister Lal Chand Kataruchak, the procurement, lifting and payments are going on in full swing. The Patiala Dist...