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Dr. Baljit Kaur, Minister for Social Justice, Empowerment, and Minorities, announced that the Punjab government, led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, is committed to the welfare of all communities, with a specific focus on the Scheduled Castes. An amount of Rs. 29.14 crore has been released from the current financial year's budget under the Ashirwad scheme for Scheduled Castes. Dr. Baljit Kaur revealed that this fund allocation has covered 5715 beneficiaries of scheduled castes for March 2023. These beneficiaries were approved based on recommendations received from the district-level committee. To be eligible for Ashirwad scheme benefits, applicants must be…

A record-breaking 1 crore registrations have been received for the 7th edition of Pariksha Pe Charcha (PPC) 2024 on the MyGov portal, as announced by the Ministry of Education. The registration process, which began on December 11, 2023, will continue until January 12, 2024. The Ministry of Education stated that the overwhelming response, with over a crore students, parents, and teachers registering, reflects the extensive enthusiasm among students nationwide to participate in this unique event and engage with the Prime Minister. Pariksha Pe Charcha (PPC) is an interactive program conceptualized by Prime Minister Modi, where students, parents, and teachers from…

Senior BJP leader Manjinder Singh Sirsa took a jab at CM Bhagwant Mann on Friday, who is reportedly in Visakhapatnam at a wellness center for a meditation session. Responding to a tweet from the official X handle of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann today, Manjinder Singh Sirsa found it amusing to ponder who is managing the task of releasing press statements and tweets on Mann's behalf, especially considering that he is expected to refrain from using his phone and avoid communication during these days.   Senior BJP leader Manjinder Singh Sirsa on Friday took at dig at CM Bhagwant Mann who…

The Election Commission of India (ECI) has dismissed the allegations made by Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh regarding Voter-verified paper audit trail (VVPAT) and Electronic Voting Machine (EVM). The ECI stated that it has `full faith` in the use of EVMs in elections, countering Ramesh's claims. The response follows a letter from Jairam Ramesh to the Election Commission, seeking an appointment to discuss the issue of VVPAT with a delegation of INDIA bloc leaders. In its reply, the ECI maintained its stance, asserting that the information available in the public domain, including the latest FAQs, thoroughly addresses all reasonable aspects…

The Ministry of Home Affairs, on Friday, suggested a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) investigation into the alleged acquisition and distribution of counterfeit and below-standard drugs in Delhi government hospitals and mohalla clinics, as per sources. These sources revealed that the ministry has requested the CBI to file an FIR concerning the supply of `sub-standard` drugs to hospitals operated by the Delhi government. The Directorate of Vigilance of the Delhi government had, on December 26, written to the Union Home Ministry, urging it to transfer the investigation into the supply of `sub-standard` drugs to state-run hospitals to the CBI. Delhi's…

In the Venkatagiri area of the Tirupati district in Andhra Pradesh, a seven-year-old girl named Hasini faced an attack by a group of stray dogs while playing outside her residence in Pullayabadi, Ward 14. Quick action by her family members prevented a potentially tragic outcome as they promptly intervened and rescued Hasini from the aggressive dog attack. Following the incident, the injured girl received immediate medical attention and was admitted to the government hospital for treatment. Expressing concern, the victim's family sought accountability and questioned government officials about their responsibility in addressing the issue. Venkata Ramana, the father, stated, `Today,…

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann criticized State BJP President Sunil Jakhar on Friday for `speaking untruths` regarding the rejection of the state's tableau by the BJP-led Union government. In a statement released today, the Chief Minister asserted that, despite the state government consistently stating that the Modi government rejected the tableau due to its anti-Punjab stance, Jakhar was attempting to justify the Union government's decision on false grounds. He accused Jakhar of misleading the state's residents by falsely claiming that the state government's tableaus featured his pictures, which Mann dismissed as a product of Jakhar's imagination. Mann pointed out…

EAM S Jaishankar envisions Nepal as a partner in India's developmental journey and confirms the strength of bilateral relations. S Jaishankar, the External Affairs Minister, emphasized Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'HIT' concept to enhance the ties between India and Nepal, expressing his dedication to redefine the relationship with Nepal under Modi's leadership. `In 2014, Prime Minister Modi, during his visit to Nepal, outlined the 'HIT' formula for India-Nepal relations, emphasizing Highways, Iways, and Transways. The Government of India, led by Prime Minister Modi, is committed to reshaping its relationship with neighboring partners, especially Nepal,` Jaishankar stated during the joint inauguration…

The Indian Navy's Mission Deployed Platforms promptly responded to a hijacking attempt on a Liberian-flagged bulk carrier. The Navy received a message on the UKMTO portal indicating that approximately five to six unknown armed personnel had boarded the vessel on Thursday evening, as stated in an official statement released on Friday. In reaction to the incident, the Indian Navy deployed a Maritime Patrol Aircraft (MPA) and redirected INS Chennai, which was on maritime security operations, to provide assistance to the distressed vessel. The aircraft conducted a flyover of the vessel on Friday morning and established communication, ensuring the safety of…

A pictorial calendar for the year 2024, titled `Divine Visuals of Sachkhand Sri Harmandir Sahib,` showcasing the sacred sanctum of the Golden Temple in Amritsar, was presented to Governor Punjab Banwarilal Purohit at Raj Bhawan in Chandigarh. This calendar features intricate visuals of the architecture of Harmandir Sahib, including images of the Sacred Sarovar, Darshni Deodhi, Dukhbanjni Beri, Historic Bungas, Athsath Tirath, Har ki Pauri, and the Nishan Sahib's of Miri Piri. These visuals aim to capture the sacred essence, history, and the soul of this spiritual abode. The calendar was meticulously crafted by Harpreet Sandhu, a prominent figure in…