Three of the expressions used in Article 19(2) -- sovereignty and integrity of India, the security of the state and public order – are wide enough to give leeway to the authorities to stop any protest at any time and place, should they desire so
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Rakesh Kumar has been posted as Additional Commissioner of MC Jalandhar; Surinder Singh as Additional Commissioner and Jai Inder Singh as Joint Commissioner of MC Amritsar
The 17-year-old boy flees on the principal's scooter after the incident but is nabbed within hours
In all likelihood, the Ajit Pawar-led NCP will retain Finance and the BJP the Home department as in the previous Eknath Shinde-led government, sources say
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The accident occurs around 2 pm in Sakrawa area when the bus was en route to Delhi from Lucknow
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Tharoor put out pictures from this unusual encounter on X and went on to narrate the incident that left many users of the platform bemused
User defending Gates comments, ‘I genuinely don’t understand this conspiracy theory attitude against Bill Gates in India.’
21 family members, including his wife and kids, could also be seen in the picture
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Rakesh Kumar has been posted as Additional Commissioner of MC Jalandhar; Surinder Singh as Additional Commissioner and Jai Inder Singh as Joint Commissioner of MC Amritsar
Three of the expressions used in Article 19(2) -- sovereignty and integrity of India, the security of the state and public order – are wide enough to give leeway to the authorities to stop any protest at any time and place, should they desire so
Guru Teg Bahadur, the ninth Sikh guru, was executed on the orders of Mughal ruler Aurangzeb
A day after the murder bid on former Deputy CM and SAD leader Sukhbir Singh Badal, the culprit and pro-Khalistan activist Narain Singh Chaura was produced in the Amritsar district courts. Though the police pleaded for seven-day remand, the court,...
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The Administration is gearing up to celebrate the centenary birth anniversary of Nek Chand, the creator of the Rock Garden, with a series of grand events to be held at the tourist spot in Sector 1 from December 9 to...
City MP Manish Tewari today raised the issue of rapid urbanisation around UT in the Lok Sabha. Tewari questioned whether the Union Government was aware of the challenges arising from the rapid urbanisation in the city and its peri-urban areas,...
A special attraction of the Crafts Mela on Friday will be a live performance by Padma Shri recipient Mahabir Guddu. She will present Shiv Stuti (an invocation) along with Gulzar Ganei from Jammu and Kashmir and Chaman Lehri from Jammu....
Punjab Governor and UT Administrator Gulab Chand Kataria has reiterated that all existing service benefits of employees of the UT Electricity Department must be safeguarded and grievances of the UT Powermen Union addressed comprehensively. The UT Powermen Union had filed...
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TWELVE days after the BJP-led Mahayuti’s spectacular victory in the Maharashtra Assembly elections, Devendra Fadnavis has been sworn in as the Chief Minister. One would have expected celebratory fireworks after the runaway success. Instead, there was bickering and the spectacle...
UNION Home Minister Amit Shah asserted on November 15 the determination of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to amend the Waqf Act, 1995, despite resistance from key Opposition leaders. The Union Government's push to amend the Act is ominous. The apparent...
EVEN before being formally anointed as US President, Donald Trump's pronouncements are creating ripples in global economies. Recent salvos on tariffs and the dollar have sparked concerns over the prospect of trade and currency wars in the coming days. Policymakers...
Contrary to the bravado displayed by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his advisers on the arrest warrants issued by the International Criminal Court (ICC) on November 21, there are indications that they were worried at that possibility even earlier,...
Making rules for ensuring the implementation of a number of new concepts, as envisaged in the BNSS, is the key to success.
The Takht Jathedars have foregrounded the moral authority of the Panth
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Describing the crime as “gruesome”, exemplifying “dehumanised, monster-like conduct”, the division bench of Justice Sureshwar Thakur and Justice Sudeepti Sharma confirmed the trial court’s judgment, while rejecting the convict’s appeal against both conviction and sentence
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Hanle, located at an altitude of 14,760 ft in south-eastern Ladakh, offers all required natural settings suitable for setting up a ground-station and undertaking quantum communication over long distances
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The state government has fulfilled five of the 10 guarantees the Congress had given to people before the 2022 Assembly elections though the previous BJP government had left the state in a financial crisis, said Revenue Minister Jagat Singh Negi...
Deputy Chief Minister Mukesh Agnihotri today said that the state BJP was faction ridden and the BJP leaders were not accepting the other group, which included leaders who had defected to their party from the Congress. Agnihotri said that the...
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There is possibility of light rain over some plains and hilly areas of Jammu Division, and light rain or light snow in higher altitudes late on December 8 into morning of December 9
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday said he will again take up the matter of restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah. “The Prime Minister and the...
The political storm surrounding the omission of December 5 as a public holiday in Jammu and Kashmir has resurfaced. National Conference (NC) leaders and ministers are demanding the reinstatement of the holiday to commemorate the birth anniversary of Sheikh Abdullah,...
This year, after Jasmina Bashir passed her Class XII with distinction from Srinagar’s Abhedananda School—the lone government-run special school for children with disabilities—little did she know she would end up at an Industrial Training Institute instead of a regular college....
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After a gap of 17 months, the Municipal Corporation is finally going to resume the metro bus service under Bus Rapid Transit System (BRTS) on December 6. Officials of the Municipal Corporation along with MC Commissioner Gulpreet Singh Aulakh conducted...
In the first case, the CI confiscated 5 kg of heroin along with Rs 4.45 lakh of drug money from their possession and arrested three persons in this connection. In the second, the city police seized 5 kg of heroin...
Member of Parliament from Amritsar Gurjeet Singh Aujla today raised the issue of water pollution in Tung Dhab drain in Amritsar and Buddha Nullah of Ludhiana in Lok Sabha. He demanded that the government form a committee to take stock...
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Safai Karamchari Unions finally started lifting garbage today after two days of strike. They had given an ultimatum to the MC Commissioner to either fulfil their demands or they will not lift waste from the city. With the MC...
Divisional Commissioner of Jalandhar Pradeep Kumar Sabharwal emphasised that the benefits of the Punjab Government’s welfare schemes must reach every eligible person. He directed officials to ensure that no deserving individual was left out. He was reviewing development works...
Property worth Rs 22.41 lakh belonging to a drug smuggler was seized in Kapurthala. Movable and immovable property of a drug smuggler was seized by the Kapurthala police under an ongoing special drive. SSP Gaurav Toora said during a...
Dengue cases in the district reached 125 with two more persons testing positive today. In December, four cases of dengue have been reported in Jalandhar. Of the total 125 dengue cases, 90 are in urban areas and 35 rural....
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The district administration has shortlisted three three sites for the setting up of Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) Medical College and a proposal has been sent to the ESIC. One site proposed is of BL Kapur Memorial Hospital. Constructed on...
Members of the Federation of Industrial & Commercial Organisation (FICO) have opposed the Steel Ministry’s proposal to impose a 25 per cent safeguard duty on steel imports. They said the move will harm the economy and negatively impact small businesses...
The National Academy of Agricultural Sciences (NAAS), Ludhiana Chapter, in association with the Indian Society of Soil Science, Ludhiana Chapter, on Thursday celebrated World Soil Day with the theme “Caring for Soils: measure, monitor, manage”. The event marked a special...
Uneven slip road on Jalandhar bye pass near Green Land School has become a cause for concern for residents. People taking the slip route to enter the city instead of going on flyover have to drive their vehicles very cautiously...
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With the MC election around the corner, Punjab Health and Family Welfare and Medical Education Minister Balbir Singh inaugurated a state-of-the-art ultrasound machine worth Rs 25 lakh at the Community Health Centre (CHC) in Tripuri, aiming to enhance healthcare services...
Senior BJP leader and former Union Minister Preneet Kaur today welcomed the statement of Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar on farmers, suggesting that the government should hold a dialogue with them. In a statement, Preneet maintained that it was important to hold...
Residents of Sirhind-Fatehgarh have been suffering due to the lack of basic civic amenities such as cleanliness, streetlights, proper drinking water, sewerage facilities. Area residents are the most troubled by the condition of the roads of the town. Officials of...
On Armed Forces Flag Day, the District Defence Services Welfare Office launched its campaign with a ceremonial pinning of the token flag on Additional Deputy Commissioner (General) Isha Singhal. Singhal expressed solidarity with the armed forces and contributed to the...
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House proceedings adjourn for the day amid protests by Opposition members
Jaishankar, who was conferred the 'India First' award at NDTV's 'Indian of the Year' event, calls it a privilege to be the face of the country abroad at a time when India is undergoing a transformation while staying true to its traditions
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While the Home Office claims over 3.1 million people have already switched over to an eVisa, there are believed to be several others who have been unable to meet the year-end deadline – having encountered technical issues, among other reasons
Meerut SSP Vipin Tada confirms receiving a letter in this regard from the Indian consulate in Saudi Arabia via the district administration
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An ageing writer, who had been missing for decades, calls a press conference to announce the date of death. The media isn’t amused, except for one rookie reporter, who has been assigned by her editor the task of finding out...
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Ashok Ahlawat is a loquacious ex-NDA veteran of self-confessedly middling military achievement, who deliberately, if not brazenly, flaunts his knowledge of classics in English literature, starting with Latin quotes and moving on to poet laureates, etc. Early on, he explains...
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April 14, 1891-December 6, 1956
On December 6, 1992, Ayodhya in Uttar Pradesh became the epicentre of one of the most contentious events in Indian history — the demolition of the Babri Masjid. The incident had far-reaching implications, shaping the political, social and cultural landscape...
World Soil Day (WSD) is celebrated on December 5 every year under the aegis of the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations. Considering the importance of soils for food security and sustainable development, WSD was established by the...
Sheikh Mohammad Abdullah, also known as the 'Lion of Kashmir', was a towering figure in the political and social history of J&K. Born on December 5, 1905, at Soura village near Srinagar, Abdullah emerged as a charismatic leader whose vision...
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An ageing writer, who had been missing for decades, calls a press conference to announce the date of death. The media isn’t amused, except for one rookie reporter, who has been assigned by her editor the task of finding out...
Ashok Ahlawat is a loquacious ex-NDA veteran of self-confessedly middling military achievement, who deliberately, if not brazenly, flaunts his knowledge of classics in English literature, starting with Latin quotes and moving on to poet laureates, etc. Early on, he explains...
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Ninth edition of the festival kicks off on December 15
What is the marker of an artist’s greatness? His contribution to the art scenario of his time? His body of work? His eccentricities? The worth of his work after death? His trysts and tribulations that transcended the personal to become...
Bhagwan Das Garga exercised a global modernity that began to ferment in the immediate aftermath of the collapse of empire colonialism. He would come to inhabit an era energised by the dissolution of an ancient order and the pursuit of...
Vocalist Mahesh Kale is based in California, but visits India every other month, crisscrossing the country, giving concerts, teaching and recording for his show on Colors Marathi. An icon for the younger generation, it is a common sight to see...
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The surge in online searches and bookings for December break reveal an increasing number of Indians holidaying abroad
A 200-year-old house in Panjim serves as a space to celebrate iconic local musical genres, besides Indo-Portuguese arts
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Netflix It follows the tender journey of a young boy whose grieving family has forgotten about Christmas. He forms an unexpected bond with a girl full of holiday spirit. His uncontainable spirit breathes life into her fractured heart, yet her...
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The 5th edition of the Filmfare OTT Awards took place on December 1, in Mumbai, bringing together a galaxy of stars from the world of digital entertainment. Diljit Dosanjh This year's ceremony honoured outstanding web series and films, with winners...
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The migrant journey is one of resilience, hope and uncertainty. For many who choose to uproot their lives in pursuit of better opportunities, the decision often comes at a cost — emotional, cultural and psychological. My own story, which began...
Walking along the banks of Falachan river deep in the Kullu valley in Himachal Pradesh on a cold winter morning, a dash of brown in the middle of the river caught my eye, just for an instant. It disappeared into...
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The much-loved gulab jamun has many variations. During a recent visit to Kolkata, I had one version — an elongated and slimmer cousin called ledikeni. Legend has it that it was prepared by a halwai in Bengal for Lady Canning...
There are very few dishes that can rival shab deg for its resplendence as a seasonal celebratory dish. The recipe originated in Kashmir and came to Shahjahanabad when the new Mughal capital was commissioned by the Emperor, who gave the...
A few careless words uttered in a film I was watching on the telly hit me hard. “Anyone can make a stew,” said Irina Asanova, female lead in ‘Gorky Park’, and got me all, please pardon the pun, stewed up....
Biting into a mutton chop one pleasant evening, I got thinking about this delightful snack that eastern India revels in. A chop is not to be confused with the western lamb chop, or mutton chaap, or something indescribable called a...
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In my village, Bijwasan in New Delhi, the fields were once rich with generations of stories woven into each harvest. My uncle, like so many other farmers, would rise before dawn, guiding his oxen through the soil as he ploughed...
If I could pray, the gist of my Demanding would be simply this: Quietude. The ordered mind. Erasure of the inner lie, And only love in every kiss. (From ‘Prayer 1’ by Nissim Ezekiel) The year 2024 is the birth...
A year after the armed forces began appointing women officers to command positions in line with the Supreme Court directives, a letter by a top Army commander flagging several functional issues involving women officers has kicked up a debate in...
Sometime in the early 1980s, we had taken cycle rickshaws while returning from a late night movie in Chandigarh’s Sector 17. When we reached Madhya Marg, the central avenue, en route to the university campus, someone called out: “Let’s have...
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Caesarean delivery rates were at least twice as high among the wealthiest groups compared to the poorest
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The school organised its Annual Pre-Primary Field Show ‘Jaunty Juniors’. The students of kindergarten donned vibrant costumes and participated with enthusiasm. The lively dance performances received applause while the innovative races kept the parents on the edge of their seats....
Nakshatr Khanna (Class IX-A), Ritick Dhaka (Class IX-B), Rajat Mohar (Class IX-C), and Naman Kashyap (Class IX-C) won bronze medals in the U-17 category at the Chandigarh Inter-School State Fencing Competition. ...
Students of the school won medals in various sports competitions. Suhana and Disha of classes VIII and VII, respectively, clinched gold medal in and the Stepping Stones Open Taekwondo Championship held at Sector 56, Chandigarh. In wushu, Harshita and Kritika...
Cadets of the NCC Air Wing from the academy organized a visit to an old-age home, managed under the Help Aged India initiative. The thoughtful interaction brought together two generations, allowing the young cadets to experience a treasure trove of...
Under the 68th National School Games 2024-25, the SGFI U-17 National Championship, held in Vidisha, Madhya Pradesh, witnessed remarkable participation from young athletes across the country. Among them, Vaishnavi Chaudhary, a student of the school stood out as a dedicated...
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