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Under CM Mann’s Guidelines, Punjab Emerges as Investors’ First Choice

By TNI Team October 19, 2025 Affordable Land agriculture diversification airport connectivity Amritsar anti-corruption approvals auto parts BHAGWANT MANN business-friendly Chief Minister cultural heritage Delhi border domestic investment economic prosperity electricity availability electricity subsidies Employment generation entrepreneurial spirit export incentives Farmers Income food processing Global markets Hospitality hotels industrial development industrial hubs industrial parks Industrialists information technology Infrastructure international investment investment destination investors’ first choice jalandhar Jalandhar sports goods Leather Industry licenses living standards ludhiana Ludhiana industry Make in India modern railways mohali Mohali IT Park National Highways Pakistan border peace and security pharmaceuticals punjab economy Punjab government Restaurants Self-reliant India service sector single-window clearance skill development programs skilled workforce.strategic location tax exemptions.textiles tourism growth trade gateway transparency water resources ₹1 lakh crore investment

NEW DELHI: Punjab is increasingly establishing itself as a premier investment destination in India, attracting industrialists from both domestic and international markets. This transformation is…

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Mann Government’s Vision: ₹1,133-Crore Mega Investment by IOL Chemicals Turns Punjab into India’s New ‘Pharma Superpower’

By TNI Team October 11, 2025 133 crore investment 220.83 crore 29.75 MW 33 MW Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients API production Atmanirbhar Bharat Barnala Bathinda-Chandigarh Highway BHAGWANT MANN by-products chemical production co-generation power plant economic growth environmental protection Fatehgarh Channa formulation products Governance Healthcare Ibuprofen india industrial development industrial expansion industrial policy investment-friendly IOL Chemicals and Pharmaceuticals IOLCP Mansa Road NH-7 pharma sector pharma superpower pharmaceutical hub punjab Rangla Punjab red-tapism regional development Self-reliant India Sustainable Growth transparency Village Badbar youth employment youth empowerment ₹1 ₹13.90 crore

Punjab, under Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, is transforming from a “breadbasket” to a pharmaceutical hub. IOL Chemicals and Pharmaceuticals Limited is investing over ₹1,200 crore in Barnala, expanding API production and creating jobs. This project aligns with the state’s focus on self-reliance, industrial growth, and sustainable development.

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Renewed Resolve on Independence Day

By TNI Team August 15, 2025 "Organic Farming"15th august 1947 speech 78 years actions age 45 amrit kaal beliefs Biodiversity BJP bridge not barrier centenary Civic Duties civilisation colonial history commitment common man conserve resources conserve water constructive action consumerism Covid 19 Pandemic cuisine cultural emotion Cultural Self-Respect Customs democratic India developed India developed India 2047 diabetes discipline disciplined lifestyle divisive politics Economy economy confidence Education effort elders Environmental Responsibility exercise farmer Five Pledges Freedom freedom fighters future gandhi global market fluctuations government policy Harmony in Diversity health awareness healthy society heritage heroes honesty human resources inclusive culture Inclusive India Independence day Independence Day celebrations India independence indigenous products Japan language Language Pride less privileged lifestyle diseases Made in Japan Mahatma Gandhi medicines midnight hour nation’s culture National Joint General Secretary (Organisation)natural wealth oil reduction ownership Panch Pran Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru perseverance positivity Prime Minister health advice Prime Minister Narendra Modi productivity progressive India prosperous India punctuality Purpose rabindranath tagore reject corruption responsible citizenship Sanskrit subhashita self-reliance Self-reliant India shared destiny Shiv Prakash simple living startups struggles of past sustainability Swadeshi Tagore tariffs The Lancet Traditions trust Udyamena hi sidhyanti Unity unity in diversity vaccines victory Viksit Bharat Voting work culture worker world economy

India aims to become a developed nation by 2047, focusing on cultural pride, strong work ethic, health awareness, self-reliance, linguistic unity, environmental responsibility, harmony, and civic duties. The goal requires collective effort and embodies Prime Minister Modi’s Five Pledges.

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DPIIT Signs MoU with Zepto to Boost Manufacturing Startups Through Zepto Nova Innovation Challenge

By Khushboo Kumari August 12, 2025 capacity building Co-founder Zepto connect with customers contribute to ecosystem delivery infrastructure Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade digital infrastructure Director DPIIT DPIIT Dr. Sumeet Jarangal early-stage startups expand market presence expert-led workshops future of manufacturing hardware identify startups inclusive economic growth Indian Startups innovation challenge integrate startups Internet of Things IoT Joint Secretary DPIIT manufacturing startups Market Access market access support market-ready solutions mentor startups mentorship Ministry of Commerce and Industry MoU packaging prototype public-private collaborations rapid innovation scale startups Self-reliant India showcase products Shri Kaivalya Vohra Shri Sanjiv six-month programme Startup India assistance strengthen startup ecosystem successful ventures supply chain sustainable manufacturing Tier III cities Tier-II cities unicorns uplift startups women-led enterprises Zepto Zepto Nova Zepto Private Limited

DPIIT and Zepto partnered to launch ‘Zepto Nova,’ a program for early-stage manufacturing startups. The initiative will provide mentorship, market access, and integrate startups into Zepto’s supply chain. It focuses on hardware, IoT, and sustainable manufacturing, with a special emphasis on women-led and Tier II/III city startups.

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Lt Gen JP Mathew Retires After 39 Years of Distinguished Service as CISC

By Khushboo Kumari April 30, 2025 Aatmanirbhar Bharat academia Ati Vishisht Seva Medal Chief of Integrated Defence Staff CISC College of Defence Management Colonel of the Regiment December 1985 Defence Cyber Agency defence industry Defence Services Staff College Defence Space Agency diversity HADR Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief inclusion Indian Air Force Indian Army Indian Navy international defence forums January 2022 jointness Lt Gen JP Mathew Military Institute of Technology National Defence Academy national war memorial operational reform operational synergy Param Vishisht Seva Medal Punjab Regiment regional defence cooperation Retirement Self-reliant India South Block strategic integration superannuation technological advancement Tri-Service Guard of Honour Uttam Yudh Seva Medal Vishisht Seva Medal women in armed forces

NEW DELHI: Lieutenant General JP Mathew, one of India’s most distinguished military officers, officially relinquished the appointment of Chief of Integrated Defence Staff (CISC) today…

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India’s Defence Exports Surge to Record ₹23,622 Crore in FY 2024-25, 12.04% Growth

By Khushboo Kumari April 2, 2025 000 crore 12.04% growth 1762 approvals 2029 Aatmanirbhar Bharat ammunition arms defence export target Defence Exports defence manufacturing licenses defence platforms Defence Public Sector Undertakings (DPSUs)Department of Defence Production (DDP)DPSUs export authorisations export authorization FY 2024-25 global acceptance global defence ecosystem global defence supply chain global footprint india industrial licensing integrated systems international market licensing regime Made in India National Security Policy Reforms Prime Minister Narendra Modi private sector production capabilities Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh Self-reliant India Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)strategic push sub-systems trusted brand ₹15233 crore ₹23622 crore ₹50 ₹5874 crore ₹8389 crore

NEW DELHI: India’s defence exports have reached a record high of ₹23,622 crore (approx. $2.76 billion) in the financial year 2024-25, registering a 12.04% growth…

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India’s Defence Exports Surge to Record ₹23,622 Crore in FY 2024-25, 12.04% Growth

By Khushboo Kumari April 1, 2025 $1 000 crore 12.04% growth 16.92% increase 17.4% increase 2029 209 crore 233 crore 389 crore 42.85% growth 507 approvals 622 crore 762 approvals 80 countries Aatmanirbhar Bharat ammunition arms defence export target Defence Exports defence platforms Defence Public Sector Undertakings (DPSUs)Department of Defence Production (DDP)export authorization exporters FY 2024-25 global defence ecosystem india industrial licensing procedures integrated systems parts and components Policy Reforms Prime Minister Narendra Modi private sector Rajnath Singh Raksha Mantri Self-reliant India sub-systems ₹15 ₹2.76 billion ₹23 ₹50 ₹8

NEW DELHI: India’s defence exports have reached a record high of ₹23,622 crore (approx. $2.76 billion) in the financial year 2024-25, registering a 12.04% growth…

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Indian Army inks ₹197.35 Crore deal with Ashok Leyland for 500 Short Chassis Buses

By Khushboo Kumari March 18, 2025 105 kW engine buses 440 kg gross vehicle weight 4x2 configuration buses 500 short chassis buses 80 km/h top speed 9 Aatmnirbhar Bharat advanced technology buses AI in defense Army operational reach Ashok Leyland Defence Systems Ltd Buy (Indian-IDDM) category defense manufacturing defense preparedness drone integration Indian Army Indian Army logistics enhancement Indigenous Design Development and Manufacturing indigenous manufacturing modernization strategy mountainous terrain vehicles pre-fabricated buses reinforced structures robotics in Army rugged terrain transport safety features in Army buses Self-reliant India vision 2047 ₹197.35 crore deal

NEW DELHI: The Indian Army has entered into a ₹197.35 crore contract with Ashok Leyland Defence Systems Ltd for the procurement of 500 pre-fabricated short…

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24 critical mineral mines auctioned; government aims for more by 2031: MoS for mines

By Aman Kumar Himanshu February 22, 2025 Critical Minerals Deloitte Report electric vehicles FICCI Committee on Critical Minerals FICCI report Mine tailings Mineral Security National Critical Minerals Mission (NCMM)Self-reliant India

NEW DELHI: The Indian government is set to ramp up auctions of critical mineral blocks by 2031, reinforcing its commitment to securing domestic supply chains…

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Under CM Mann’s Guidelines, Punjab Emerges as Investors’ First Choice

Mann Government’s Vision: ₹1,133-Crore Mega Investment by IOL Chemicals Turns Punjab into India’s New ‘Pharma Superpower’

Renewed Resolve on Independence Day

DPIIT Signs MoU with Zepto to Boost Manufacturing Startups Through Zepto Nova Innovation Challenge

Lt Gen JP Mathew Retires After 39 Years of Distinguished Service as CISC

India’s Defence Exports Surge to Record ₹23,622 Crore in FY 2024-25, 12.04% Growth

India’s Defence Exports Surge to Record ₹23,622 Crore in FY 2024-25, 12.04% Growth

Indian Army inks ₹197.35 Crore deal with Ashok Leyland for 500 Short Chassis Buses

24 critical mineral mines auctioned; government aims for more by 2031: MoS for mines

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