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Indian Rupee Hits Record Intra-Day Low of 95.22 Amid Global Volatility
30 Mar

Indian Rupee Hits Record Intra-Day Low of 95.22 Amid Global Volatility

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsBusiness, India, , , , ,
Mumbai (Gurpreet Singh): The Indian rupee plunged to a historic intra-day low of 95.22 against the US dollar on Monday, March 30, 2026, as surging crude oil prices and escalating geopolitical tensions in West Asia continued to batter emerging market currencies. Despite a brief early-morning recovery, the currency's dramatic 160-paise swing during the session underscored the intense pressure on the Indian forex market. The decline follows a volatile Friday session where the rupee had already slumped 89 paise to close at a then-record low of 94.85. The trading day began with a glimmer of hope as the rupee opened at…
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CM Bhagwant Mann Launches Rs 87 Crore Development Projects in Patiala’s Sanaur
30 Mar

CM Bhagwant Mann Launches Rs 87 Crore Development Projects in Patiala’s Sanaur

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsBusiness
Sanaur (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Monday accelerated Punjab’s development push on the ground by launching a series of major infrastructure and irrigation projects in Patiala’s Sanaur constituency, announcing ₹87 crore worth of road renovation works alongside ₹27 crore canal lining projects that will bring irrigation water to 40,066 acres across 83 villages. Driving home a decisive shift from past governance, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann asserted that while previous governments allowed roads to crumble within days due to corruption, the Punjab Government has enforced strict accountability with a mandatory five-year maintenance clause for contractors. At the…
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Costco Coming to Saddleridge with New Gas Station
29 Mar

Costco Coming to Saddleridge with New Gas Station

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, Business, Canada
Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Costco Wholesale Canada is set to expand in northeast Calgary with a new warehouse and gas station in the Saddleridge area. The site, located near the Saddleridge Bottle Depot, has been secured and is currently in the early planning stages. The upcoming Costco will offer bulk groceries, household items, and membership-only merchandise, along with a popular gas station providing competitive fuel prices for members. The project is expected to create new jobs and enhance retail options for the growing community. However, exact timelines and construction dates have not yet been announced. Residents and local businesses are eagerly…
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Balendra Shah sworn-in as Nepal’s 47th Prime Minister
27 Mar

Balendra Shah sworn-in as Nepal’s 47th Prime Minister

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBusiness,
Rajeev Sharma :- Balendra Shah 'Balen' was sworn in as Nepal's Prime Minister at a special ceremony held at the Office of the President on Friday. Nepal President Ramchandra Paudel administered the oath of office and secrecy after appointing Shah earlier in the day under Article 76(1) of the Constitution. The ceremony was attended by Vice President Ram Sahaya Prasad Yadav, Chief Justice Prakash Man Singh Raut, National Assembly Chair Narayan Prasad Dahal, former prime ministers, senior officials, security chiefs and members of the diplomatic community. As the 47th Prime Minister of Nepal, Balen is one of the youngest persons…
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Nayara Energy Raises Fuel Prices Amid Global Oil Surge
26 Mar

Nayara Energy Raises Fuel Prices Amid Global Oil Surge

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsBusiness, , , ,
New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): India’s largest private fuel retailer, Nayara Energy, on Thursday increased petrol prices by ₹5 per litre and diesel by ₹3 per litre, partly passing on the impact of rising global crude oil prices triggered by the ongoing Middle East conflict. The price hike comes after nearly a month of stable retail fuel prices in India, despite a sharp rise of almost 50% in international oil rates following military tensions involving Iran, the United States, and Israel. Pressure on Fuel Companies Nayara, which operates nearly 7,000 fuel stations across the country and is largely controlled by Rosneft,…
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Canada Raises Federal Minimum Wage to $18.15 per Hour from April 1
25 Mar

Canada Raises Federal Minimum Wage to $18.15 per Hour from April 1

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBusiness, , ,
Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): The federal minimum wage in Canada is set to increase to $18.15 per hour starting April 1, according to an announcement by Employment and Social Development Canada. The current federal minimum wage stands at $17.75 per hour, which has been in effect since April 1, 2025. The latest increase is aimed at keeping pace with inflation and ensuring greater financial stability for workers. The federal minimum wage applies to employees in federally regulated sectors such as interprovincial transportation, telecommunications and banking. The government also clarified that if a province or territory has a higher minimum wage, employers…
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Punjab to Host International Hockey Championship for the First Time, Announces CM Bhagwant Mann
24 Mar

Punjab to Host International Hockey Championship for the First Time, Announces CM Bhagwant Mann

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Gurpreet Singh :- Punjab is set to mark a significant milestone in its sporting history as Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann announced that the state will host an international-level men’s Asian Hockey Championship for the first time. The announcement was made during a press conference at his Chandigarh residence. The tournament is expected to feature the top six teams from Asia, with strong anticipation of India’s participation. Matches are scheduled to be held in Mohali and Jalandhar later this year, giving a major boost to Punjab’s status on the global sports map. Highlighting the state’s sporting legacy, the Chief Minister noted…
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CM Bhagwant Mann Slams BJP for Denying Bharat Ratna to Martyrs; Launches Rs 25 Crore Heritage Project
23 Mar

CM Bhagwant Mann Slams BJP for Denying Bharat Ratna to Martyrs; Launches Rs 25 Crore Heritage Project

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Hussainiwala' Ferozepur (Gurpreet Singh): At Hussainiwala in Ferozepur, on the Shaheedi Diwas (martyrdom day) of Shaheed-e-Azam Bhagat Singh, Rajguru, and Sukhdev, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann paid tributes at the historic National Martyrs Memorial, facilitated the families of the martyrs, and laid the foundation stone of the ₹24.99 crore Hussainiwala Heritage Complex, reaffirming his government’s commitment to honouring the martyrs and building a Rangla Punjab rooted in their vision. Invoking the legacy of the nation’s greatest revolutionaries, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann stated that the occasion is not merely to remember their sacrifice but to carry forward their fearless ideals…
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CM Bhagwant Mann Slams Previous Governments for Neglecting Martyrs; Lays Foundation for Rs 25 Crore Memorial
23 Mar

CM Bhagwant Mann Slams Previous Governments for Neglecting Martyrs; Lays Foundation for Rs 25 Crore Memorial

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsBusiness, , , ,
Khatkar Kalan (Gurpreet Singh): Paying tributes to Shaheed-e-Azam Bhagat Singh on Shaheedi Diwas (Martyrdom Day), Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann said that the day reminds the nation of the supreme sacrifice made by the great revolutionary at the altar of the motherland, and called upon people to uphold the values for which the martyrs laid down their lives. He reaffirmed his government’s commitment to honouring the martyrs and building a Rangla Punjab rooted in their vision. Invoking the legacy of the nation’s greatest revolutionaries, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann stated that the occasion is not merely to remember their sacrifice…
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Baltej Pannu Questions Opposition Silence Over ₹1.44 Lakh Crore Water Dues Owed by Rajasthan to Punjab
19 Mar

Baltej Pannu Questions Opposition Silence Over ₹1.44 Lakh Crore Water Dues Owed by Rajasthan to Punjab

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Punjab State Media In-charge and General Secretary Baltej Pannu on Thursday questioned the deafening silence of Congress, Akali Dal, and BJP leaders after Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann placed evidence-backed facts showing that Rajasthan owes Punjab ₹1.44 lakh crore under the 1920 water agreement. He said that for decades, parties that ruled Punjab compromised its rights and today have no answers as the truth stands exposed before the people. AAP Punjab Media In-charge Baltej Pannu said, “Ever since Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann presented evidence-backed facts that under the 1920 agreement, Rajasthan…
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