‘Suvidha Manch’ launched to get updates on projects

Officials, residents unite to tackle littering

Over 2,800 private schools in the state face penalties for not following RTE guidelines for 2025-26 admissions. Penalties range from Rs 5,000 to Rs 1 lakh. A school body, however, cited portal issues, departmental delays, and pending dues as concerns, threatening legal action if unresolved.

The Delhi Police's 1861 FIR documented a theft of household items. Early FIRs reveal petty crimes, reflecting 19th-century Delhi's rural setting. The Indian Police Act of 1861 established an organized force, with Delhi's policing under Punjab. In 1912, as Capital of India, Delhi's police became more distinct.

Megan Elizabeth Roberts was paragliding when she crash-landed in the mountains

Himachal Pradesh's education board will use a single set of exam questions, reordered across three series to ensure fairness and prevent cheating. This initiative, considered a Diwali gift, aligns with the new National Education Policy, making Himachal Pradesh the first state to fully implement it.

Icy conditions have rendered riverbanks slippery and hazardous

Seeking personal presence of health department officials along with their personally affirmed affidavits, the Bench said no excuses would be entertained

Security forces in Jammu division are on high alert for Diwali, fearing potential terrorist attacks from Pakistan. Enhanced border and hinterland patrols, including the use of technology, are underway. Joint checkpoints and extra vigilance are ordered, particularly at night, to prevent infiltration and ensure peaceful celebrations.

Sajad Lone criticized the Public Safety Act (PSA) as a draconian law misused by all J&K leaders. He condemned the lack of repeal and the flawed police verification system, highlighting collective punishment. Lone agreed with Owaisi's criticism of the law.

Says neither PM nor HM visited camps to see ‘deplorable living conditions’

Jammu police dismantled two drug networks, arresting eight peddlers (four women) and seizing heroin worth crores. The operations in Rajiv Nagar and R S Pura also yielded multiple arrests of other peddlers. Recoveries included 529 grams of heroin, cash, and weighing machines.

Anand Vihar records an AQI of 414, and Wazirpur 412, both being among the stations where air quality remains in the ‘severe’ category

Gandhi posts a video on X saying the true sweetness of Diwali lies not just in the 'thali', but also in relationships and community

The Delhi Police's 1861 FIR documented a theft of household items. Early FIRs reveal petty crimes, reflecting 19th-century Delhi's rural setting. The Indian Police Act of 1861 established an organized force, with Delhi's policing under Punjab. In 1912, as Capital of India, Delhi's police became more distinct.

A protest march to the Vasant Kunj (North) police station led to a confrontation between students and police, leaving several injured

ADCP warns of strict action against encroachments and violators during festival

Additional fire support may be sought from the Indian Air Force, industries and nearby districts

Giani Kuldip Singh Gargaj, Akal Takht Jathedar, is expected to give the Bandi Chhor Diwas address. His previous address was opposed by some Sikh groups. Negotiations with Nihangs are underway to gain their approval. Golden Temple expects a large influx of devotees for the holiday.

The initiative aims to help farmers restart wheat cultivation after heavy crop losses

It's to lift spirit of those who suffered by floods: Farmers

Police launch hunt to nab accused, issue lookout circular

According to reports, the 25-year-old had been sent to a de-addiction camp by the village panchayat a few months ago

A cracker market opened in Jalandhar on Saturday, creating long queues and a rush as Diwali nears. The late opening provided only two days for buying. The market, located near Pathankot Chowk, saw many vehicles and dust. Safety measures and police were present. Residents, including wholesalers and buyers, are purchasing crackers despite pollution concerns.

Working on a contractual basis, they fabricated at least 8 reports

‘Kaushal Chaudhary group’ mentioned on slip, bullets damage glass balcony

On Gurpurb, crackers can be burst between 4 am and 5 am, from 9 pm to 10 pm

Offer healthier alternative to sugar-laden treats, nutritionists encourage trend

Bittu served as the Patiala Mayor during former Punjab CM Capt Amarinder Singh's government

Sanjeev Sharma Bittu quit Bharatiya Janata Party

A bridge in MLA Kulwant Singh Baazigar's constituency collapsed due to a strong canal current. The bridge was previously in disrepair, and heavy vehicles allegedly continued to use it despite warnings. Villagers report similar bridge failures and urge authorities to inspect and repair aging bridges.

The girl was allegedly sexually violated multiple times by a teacher on the premises of Auro Mirra School

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This ambitious book by Divya Guptaconstructs the world of soldiers with the help of letters written or dictated by these soldiers in different languages — Hindustani, Punjabi, Urdu, Bengali, Malayalam and Tamil, among others

The book is set within the time-frame of April to July 2021, when most parts of India were in the vicious grip of Covid-19’s Delta wave, unleashing hell and fury

This book is an account of the alterations to the concept of citizenship and belonging that began with the records of the Madras High Court

The book is not merely a recollection of travel memories but a work of poetry in the true Wordsworthian sense of the word

He was one of the funniest people I have known. If there was pain & anger, there was also mischief & a wicked sense of humour, writes Naseeruddin Shah about his late friend

His thumri renditions enriched the Purab Ang tradition

‘Sculpting the Century’ is a repository of Indian artworks featuring 23 artists

The Kathak dancer blends storytelling with dance and music to present a picture of the arts in the royal darbars.

These Muslim families with the last name 'Singh' trace roots to a Sikh soldier from Kashmir in India

Best ways to pay when travelling abroad

Global attractions which are nestled along borders and offer an enriching travel experience

With picture-perfect beaches and an unhurried pace of life, this Indian Ocean archipelago offers a slice of paradise

A new book on MS Swaminathan brings rare insights into the transformational work of the scientist who fed India

Aroma of ghee and sugar syrup wafting through homes evokes festive memories

Keaton didn’t just play women — she reminded us what being one looked like when nobody was watching

The aroma of roasted besan, the sparkle of cranberries and delicate filo crisps come together to recreate the magic of festive season

Aroma of ghee and sugar syrup wafting through homes evokes festive memories

The aroma of roasted besan, the sparkle of cranberries and delicate filo crisps come together to recreate the magic of festive season

For him, this desi chicken curry is more than a recipe — it’s a memory of home. Rooted in village traditions and his mother’s kitchen wisdom, it captures the warmth and soul of a true Punjabi meal

In the grand Indian kitchen, fingers are more than tools — they’re part of the recipe

Retire when people ask why, and not when they ask why not, Gavaskar said

Questions starting with how are always open-ended; they may lead us to new questions and open the path to new research

A true life skill is being able to choose and buy vegetables, even fruits and meat, for that matter

The eagerly-awaited Diwali season, like so much else, has undergone a makeover for the worse in the last few years

Avoiding sugar post-noon can be a simple yet powerful way to reset eating habits and feel better overall.

Many companies were falsely marketing high-sugar drinks as rehydration solutions by misusing the term ‘ORS’, which worsened diarrhoea, especially in children

It could be related to how lung movements during a deep breath reduce surface tension of the organ’s fluid, making it easier to breathe, a study has found

The time clocked to sequence one human genome surpassed the Guinness World Record of five hours and two minutes, which was achieved by a team from the US' Stanford University on March 16, 2021