Punjab

Potash Mining Prospects in Punjab and Rajasthan

February 10, 2025

Recent developments have brought into light the potential for potash mining in Punjab and Rajasthan. The Punjab Mining Minister Barinder Kumar Goyal announced plans to explore potash reserves in Fazilka and Sri Muktsar Sahib districts. These reserves were identified through ..

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Punjab National Bank Integrates NCRP Solution for Cybersecurity

January 28, 2025

Recently, Punjab National Bank (PNB) made headlines by becoming the first Indian bank to implement Clari5’s National Cybercrime Reporting Portal (NCRP) Integration Solution. This integration represents advancement in the management of cybercrime complaints within the banking sector. The system connects ..

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Punjab’s Initiatives Against Drug Trafficking and Abuse

January 25, 2025

Punjab is facing drug crisis exacerbated by its geographical location. The state shares a lengthy border with Pakistan and is near the “Golden Crescent,” a notorious drug trafficking route. In response to the escalating drug problem, the Punjab government has ..

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Punjab Arhtiyas Advocate for Agricultural Policy Reform

January 6, 2025

Punjab’s arhtiyas, the intermediaries between farmers and buyers, are currently urging the state government to adopt the Punjab Agricultural Produce Markets Act, 1961, as a national model. This Act has been very important in shaping Punjab’s agricultural landscape for over ..

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Punjab Achieves 100% Piped Water Supply

December 28, 2024

Punjab has recently achieved milestone by providing 100% piped water supply to all rural households, falls under the central government’s ‘Har Ghar Jal’ scheme. The state government is also undertaking extensive projects to improve water quality and address scarcity. Canal ..

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Air Pollution Crisis in Punjab, Pakistan

November 12, 2024

Severe air pollution has emerged as a critical issue in Punjab, Pakistan. The situation has escalated dramatically, affecting millions of children. The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has brought to light the health risks faced by these vulnerable groups. Lahore, ..

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Himachal Pradesh’s Claim on Shanan Hydropower Project

November 9, 2024

The Himachal Pradesh government has reaffirmed its claim over the Shanan Hydropower Project. This project has a 99-year lease dating back to the British era. Currently, it is under the control of the Punjab government. Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu ..

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Punjab’s Hybrid Rice Controversy

November 5, 2024

Punjab’s paddy milling sector is facing challenges regarding the late storage of paddy. The controversy revolves around hybrid rice seeds, specifically Sava 7501, Sava 7301, and 468. While hybrid rice is known for enhancing productivity globally, Punjab rice millers question ..

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