central government Archives

20 Oct

Harpal Cheema Accuses Centre Of Ignoring Punjab’s Requests For Stricter Laws Against Drug Misuse

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabBhagwant Mann, central government, drug trafficking, Harpal Singh Cheema, NDPS Act, Punjab News

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Senior Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader and Cabinet Minister Harpal Singh Cheema on Tuesday launched a sharp attack on the Bharatiya Janata Party-led Central Government and Union Home Minister Amit Shah, questioning their failure to act against pharmaceutical drug manufacturers operating in BJP and Congress-ruled states despite repeated appeals from Punjab. He said the Punjab Government was taking stringent action against drug traffickers, but the Centre continued to ignore the sources supplying synthetic and pharmaceutical drugs to Punjab. Harpal Singh Cheema asserted that the government led by CM Bhagwant Singh Mann would pursue the fight against drugs…

18 Apr

Central Government approves 2 percent DA hike effective from Januar

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia7th Pay Commission, central government, DA hike 2026, Dearness Allowance, Dearness Relief, Narendra Modi

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, officially approved a 2 percent increase in Dearness Allowance (DA) for central government employees and Dearness Relief (DR) for pensioners on Saturday, April 18, 2026. This long-awaited decision, effective retrospectively from January 1, 2026, raises the allowance from the existing 58 percent to 60 percent of the basic pay or pension. The move is designed to provide a much-needed financial cushion against inflationary pressures and the rising cost of living, which have been significant concerns for the workforce in recent months. The revision is expected to benefit…

02 Mar

Centre Issues Advisory to States Over Possible Unrest Linked to Iran Situation

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsEntertainment, India, Trendingcentral government, State Advisory

Rajeev Sharma :- The Central Government has written to all states regarding developments related to Iran, warning of the possibility of violence during potential protests and urging state administrations to maintain a high level of vigilance. In a letter circulated on February 28, the Union Ministry of Home Affairs cautioned that tensions arising from the Israel–US strikes on Iran could trigger law and order challenges in parts of India. The Ministry specifically asked states to identify “radical pro-Iran propagandists” allegedly delivering inflammatory speeches and to closely monitor any activities that could disturb public peace. Reports indicate that the advisory highlights…

05 Nov

Centre Reverses Decision to Dissolve Panjab University Senate After Strong Opposition

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabcentral government, Panjab University, Punjab government, Senate reinstated

Chandigarh, November 5, 2025 — The Central Government has officially withdrawn its notification that dissolved the Panjab University Senate, reversing an earlier decision that had drawn widespread criticism.The move follows strong objections from political leaders, academic associations, and student unions, who argued that the dissolution violated the university’s autonomous character and was inconsistent with constitutional principles.The Punjab Government had earlier declared its intention to contest the decision in the High Court, stating that the Centre’s action undermined the state’s role in the functioning of the university.By restoring the Senate, the government has defused a growing confrontation over control of one…

13 Sep

Central Government Responsible for Repairs at Kartarpur Corridor: Union Minister Shobha Karandlaje

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabcentral government, Corridor, Kartarpur, Responsibility

National Times Bureau :- Union Minister Shobha Karandlaje has emphasized that it is the central government’s responsibility to ensure the maintenance and repair of the Kartarpur Corridor. Speaking on the matter, she stated that timely intervention and restoration work are essential to preserve the facility and ensure smooth access for pilgrims. The minister highlighted that the corridor plays a crucial role in religious tourism and cross-border connectivity, and the government remains committed to addressing the ongoing maintenance issues promptly.

21 May

Centre Slashes Punjab’s Borrowing Limit by ₹16,676 Crore, Citing Unpaid Power Subsidies

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsPunjabcentral government, power subsidies, Punjab borrowing limit

Chandigarh, May 21, 2025: The Central Government has dealt a serious financial blow to Punjab by slashing its borrowing limit for the fiscal year 2025–26 by ₹16,676 crore. Against a requested borrowing of ₹47,076.40 crore, the Centre has approved only ₹30,400.40 crore.For the April–December period alone, Punjab had sought ₹35,307 crore but was allotted only ₹21,905 crore. The total proposed borrowing ceiling for the full year was ₹51,117 crore.The Centre cited Punjab’s non-payment of power subsidies ₹5,444 crore already overdue and ₹4,107 crore still pending as the key reason for the cut. Additionally, the state’s recent loans worth ₹4,151.07 crore…