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30 Dec

Punjab Vidhan Sabha Voices Opposition to Centre’s ‘G-RAM-G’ Plan

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPolitics, Punjab, TrendingPunjab Vidhan Sabha

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The Punjab Legislative Assembly on Monday passed a resolution rejecting the Centre’s proposed ‘G-RAM-G’ initiative, with the state government raising concerns over its potential impact on livelihoods and social welfare. The motion was introduced by Cabinet Minister Tarunpreet Singh Sondh, who urged the Union government to reconsider and withdraw the proposal. Speaking in the House, Sondh warned that the initiative could adversely affect people from economically weaker backgrounds, particularly those who rely on government-backed employment for survival. He said policies that threaten income security for the poor risk pushing vulnerable families further into hardship. The minister further…

30 Dec

Punjab Vidhan Sabha Begins Special Session by Honouring Sahibzaade

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, TrendingPunjab Vidhan Sabha

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The Punjab Vidhan Sabha kicked off a special session on Monday with a heartfelt tribute to the Sahibzaade, the young sons of Guru Gobind Singh, whose courage and sacrifice hold a profound place in Sikh history. Lawmakers from all parties joined in commemorating their legacy, setting a solemn tone for the proceedings. As the session commenced, the House observed a moment of silence to honour Sahibzada Zorawar Singh and Sahibzada Fateh Singh, recognising their unwavering faith and martyrdom at a tender age. The gesture underscored the Assembly’s respect for the values of bravery, righteousness, and devotion that…

30 Dec

RSWM Ends the Year with Multiple Accolades: Wins Three Major Industry Honors for Sustainability

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RSWM was conferred with the AR Choice Award for Sustainable Textile Manufacturer of the Year at SustainableNXT 2025 recognizing its integrated, sustainability leadership across textile manufacturing. RSWM’s Melange unit, Bhilwara, secured the Silver Medal at the 11th India Green Manufacturing Challenge (IGMC) following a comprehensive sustainability assessment conducted by IRIM. RSWM also won the Bronze Award in the Sustainable Fashion and Textiles category at the FE Green Sarathi Awards 2025, a recognition of its large-scale circularity, renewable energy adoption and ESG-led manufacturing practices. RSWM Ltd has been conferred with multiple recognitions for its sustainability leadership, winning three prestigious awards…

30 Dec

Gurugram, Noida and Beyond: How NCR's Real Estate Markets Found Their Footing in 2025

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After a phase marked by volatility and uneven growth, 2025 emerged as a year of balance for NCR’s real estate market. Instead of chasing short-lived peaks, the region experienced a more measured and role-driven performance, with individual markets beginning to capitalize on their inherent strengths. Gurugram and Noida–Greater Noida emerged as NCR’s two strongest yet distinctly positioned markets in 2025, each anchoring the region’s recovery in different ways. Delhi-NCR’s real estate market in 2025 saw balanced growth, led by luxury demand in Gurugram and infrastructure-driven momentum in Noida–Greater Noida H1 2025 data showed Delhi-NCR recording over 5,100 luxury…

30 Dec

Kauvery Hospital Launches One-Tap 'SOS' Feature on Kauvery KARE App to Deliver Faster Emergency Care

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Kauvery Hospital today announced the launch of its one-tap ‘SOS’ emergency feature on the Kauvery KARE app, designed to simplify and accelerate access to emergency medical care. The feature enables users to receive immediate medical support with just a single tap, and without the need to remember emergency numbers or explain their location during critical moments. L - R: Mr Sandeep, Dr Ashok, Dr Mahesh, Dr Iyappan Ponnuswamy, Dr Aravindan Selvaraj, Mr Suresh Sambandam, Dr Meena KKR, Dr Preetha, Mr Aravind Ganesan, during the launch of Kauvery SOS on Kauvery KARE App In emergency situations, panic, confusion, or unfamiliar…

30 Dec

Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar's AOL-SSIAST Rewa Model Farm Project Strengthens Natural Farming in Madhya Pradesh

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The Rewa Model Farm Project marked a significant milestone for the advancement of Natural Farming in Madhya Pradesh with its successful inauguration at Basaman Mama Gaushansh Vanyavihar near Semaria in Rewa district. Hon’ble Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah planting and watering a sapling at the Rewa Model Farm The project was inaugurated in the august presence of Hon’ble Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh Shri Mohan Yadav, Hon’ble Deputy Chief Minister Shri Rajendra Shukla, and Chairman of the Sri Sri Institute of Agricultural Sciences and Technology Trust Shri Prasana Prabhu. The…

30 Dec

From Gurugram Homes to Noida Offices: NCR's Real Estate Story in 2025

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Housing emerged as the defining force behind NCR’s real estate recovery in 2025, setting the tone for a more measured and grounded market cycle. The year marked a clear shift towards end-user–driven demand, with homebuyers prioritising delivery certainty, livability and long-term value over speculative gains. NCR 2025: Connecting Luxury Living to Corporate Growth Gurugram remained NCR’s housing anchor in 2025, driven by sustained end-user demand in the luxury and upper-mid segments. In H1 2025, Delhi-NCR recorded over 5,100 luxury home sales, with Gurugram contributing the bulk of premium transactions, underscoring its dominance at the top end. Demand stayed…

30 Dec

India’s Rice Crown Comes With a Cost as Northern Farmers Struggle With Vanishing Water

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsHaryana, India, Punjab, TrendingHaryana, Punjab, Rice

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh/Rajeev Sharma): India’s rise to the top of global rice production has been hailed as a major agricultural achievement, reinforcing the country’s status as a food powerhouse and the world’s biggest rice exporter. Exports have climbed steadily over the past decade, crossing 20 million tonnes in the last financial year and supplying markets across Asia, Africa and the Middle East. Yet in the fields of Punjab and Haryana—states that form the backbone of this success—the mood is far from triumphant. Many farmers say the very policies that helped India dominate rice production are now pushing them into financial…

30 Dec

Special Punjab Assembly Session Focuses on Rural Jobs Scheme and New Legislation

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPolitics, Punjab, TrendingPunjab Assembly

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The Punjab government has called a one-day special sitting of the Vidhan Sabha on Tuesday to examine the consequences of recent changes to the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA), a scheme that supports thousands of rural households across the state. At the centre of the discussion is a resolution to be tabled by the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government, seeking intervention by the Centre. The resolution urges that MGNREGA be preserved in its original form — as a need-based and legally guaranteed employment programme funded entirely by the Union government. The state has expressed…

29 Dec

Rockfall Forces Closure of Popular Squamish Hiking Trail in B.C.

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBritish Columbia, Canada, TrendingBritish Columbia, Squamish Hiking Trail

Squamish, B.C. (Rajeev Sharma): Authorities have closed the main trail at Stawamus Chief indefinitely following a major rockfall that covered a significant portion of the path with rocks and fallen trees. The incident reportedly occurred around 10:40 p.m. on December 26, according to witnesses, though the closure was officially announced by B.C. Parks on December 27. Fortunately, Squamish Search and Rescue confirmed that no hikers were injured in the event. A social media post from Squamish SAR urged the public to avoid the area entirely until officials can assess the trail for safety. Hiker Nathan Romanin encountered the debris the…