Warring seeks MSP guarantee as promised to farmers Demands Rs 50-70 cr annual research grant for PAU Seeks debt relief for farmers on pattern of industry loan waiver Reveals, Punjab didn’t get a penny of Rs 1600 cr flood relief Demands withdrawal of the law on stubble burning Chandigarh/New Delhi 18 March ( Ranjeet Singh Dhaliwal ) : Punjab Congress president and Ludhiana MP Amarinder Singh Raja Warring today demanded that the government of India should bring the law to provide MSP guarantee to the farmers as had been promised to them when they withdrew their 15 month long strike against three farm laws. He also demanded Rs 50 crore to Rs 70 crores annual research grant for the Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana to improve the research facilities for better agriculture. The Ludhiana MP made a strong case for providing debt relief to the small and marginal farmers through one time settlement by waiving off their interests. He asked, if the government can waive off loans worth Rs 1...
From Chandigarh roots to a landmark US acquisition
City based 22nd Century Technologies acquires BT Federal, Launches 22nd Century Networks
Chandigarh 16 February ( Ranjeet Singh Dhaliwal ) : From leading the National Informatics Centre, Chandigarh to the highest levels of US, the Chandigarh-rooted global IT firm 22nd Century Technologies has acquired BT Federal, the U.S. Govt contracting subsidiary of BT Group. With this strategic move, BT Federal will now operate as 22nd Century Networks, further strengthening support for federal missions with trusted connectivity.
For the Chandigarh–Mohali region, the announcement carries special significance. The company’s CEO, Anil Sharma, an alumnus of Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology represents a story deeply connected to the soil of Chandigarh. The acquisition brings together BT Federal’s experience in providing telecom and networking services to U.S. government agencies with 22nd Century Technologies’ expertise in IT upgrades, cybersecurity, and mission support. Together, under the new name 22nd Century Networks, the company will offer secure and reliable network systems that U.S. federal agencies can trust and depend on for their daily operations.Born into a humble family and raised among six siblings, Mr. Sharma’s early life was shaped by shared responsibility. From modest beginnings to leading a landmark U.S. acquisition, his journey reflects the aspirations of countless families across the region who believe in education, hard work, and global ambition.
Anil Sharma’s professional journey began in public service. He served for eight years (1989–1997) with the National Informatics Centre (NIC), Government of India as District Informatics Officer and Systems Analyst. As the first District Informatics Officer of Chandigarh, he established the NIC district office and played a pioneering role in introducing IT systems within government departments. His consultancy support to various departments in Punjab and Chandigarh contributed significantly to the early foundations of e-Governance in the region.
Speaking about the larger vision, Sharma said that the growth of 22nd Century Technologies is not just a corporate achievement but also an opportunity to inspire and strengthen the Chandigarh–Mohali IT ecosystem. He emphasized that globally competitive companies emerging from the region can attract investment, generate high-value employment and position Chandigarh and Mohali as credible technology hubs on the international map.
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