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Smart Prepaid Power Meters Not Mandatory Govt

Smart Prepaid Electricity Meters Not Mandatory, Centre Clarifies Amid Nationwide Debate

Amid growing controversy over the installation of smart prepaid electricity meters in several states, the Central Government has issued a major clarification, stating that the meters are not mandatory for consumers. Union Power Minister Manohar Lal Khattar made the announcement in the Lok Sabha while responding to supplementary questions during Question Hour. His statement comes […]

CM Mann Opens New Modern Hospital in Punjab’s Cheema

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann Inaugurates Modern Hospital in Cheema, Boosts Rural Healthcare

Taking another major step toward strengthening healthcare infrastructure in Punjab, Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Friday inaugurated a newly built modern hospital in village Cheema, named after Sant Attar Singh Ji Maharaj. Constructed at a cost of approximately ₹11.70 crore, the 30-bed hospital is expected to emerge as a key healthcare center for residents […]

Assam Tea Estates Gain Spotlight After PM Modi Visit

PM Modi’s Assam Visit Puts Spotlight on State’s Famous Tea Estates Ahead of Elections

Amid preparations for the upcoming elections in Assam, Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent visit to the renowned Manohari Tea Estate has brought renewed attention to the state’s globally celebrated tea industry. Assam, home to more than 800 tea gardens, is recognized as one of the world’s largest tea-producing regions. The tea grown here is famous […]

AAP Removes Raghav Chadha as RS Deputy Leader Amid Row

AAP Removes Raghav Chadha as Rajya Sabha Deputy Leader, Political Row Intensifies

The political controversy surrounding Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha has intensified after the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) removed him from the position of Deputy Leader in the Rajya Sabha. The decision has sparked significant discussion in political circles and triggered a war of words within the party. Following the party’s action, internal reactions began emerging, […]

Indiana Law Cancels CDL Licenses, Punjabi Drivers Affected

Indiana Cancels Thousands of CDL Licenses, Punjabi Truck Drivers Face Job Crisis

A major policy decision from the US state of Indiana has created concern among Punjabi truck drivers working abroad, after thousands of commercial driving licenses were suddenly cancelled under a newly implemented law. According to reports, the Indiana government enforced House Enrolled Act 1200, introducing strict action against holders of non-resident Commercial Driving Licenses (CDL). […]

Rain and Thunderstorm Alert for Punjab, Chandigarh

Rain, Hailstorm and Thunderstorm Alert Issued for Punjab & Chandigarh Amid Changing Weather

Weather conditions have changed significantly across Punjab and Chandigarh, bringing rainfall, thunderstorms, and hailstorms to several regions. Rain has been reported in parts of Mohali, Pathankot, and Bathinda, while Amritsar and nearby areas witnessed rainfall accompanied by hail. The Meteorological Department has issued a warning for the Tricity region — Chandigarh, SAS Nagar (Mohali), and […]

CM Sukhu Holds Public Grievance Hearing in Shimla

Himachal CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu Hears Public Grievances at Jan Sunwai in Oak Over

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on April 3, 2026, conducted a public grievance hearing (Jan Sunwai) at Oak Over, where he listened to complaints and concerns raised by citizens from across the state. People from various districts attended the programme and directly presented their issues before the Chief Minister, highlighting the government’s effort […]

Nauni University Students Excel in ICFRE Scientist Exam

Nauni University Alumni Secure Three Scientist ‘B’ Posts in Prestigious ICFRE Forestry Exam

Three former students of Dr. Yashwant Singh Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry, Nauni, have brought pride to their alma mater by achieving remarkable success in the prestigious Scientist ‘B’ (Forestry) examination conducted by the Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education (ICFRE), Dehradun. The examination, held in January, announced its results earlier this week, […]

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