No unemployment allowance paid for five consecutive years
No unemployment allowance paid for five consecutive years
Farmers in Punjab and Haryana are increasingly burning stubble later in the day to avoid detection by polar-orbiting satellites. This shift causes undercounting of fires, impacting emission estimations and air quality assessments. Combining data from geostationary and polar-orbiting satellites is recommended for better monitoring.
HILL VIEW: The practice strengthens apple trees, boosts sunlight & airflow, reduces pests & ensures consistently superior fruit production
iFOREST finds monitoring fails to capture late-afternoon burns in Punjab, Haryana
Over 20 players secure government jobs under sports quota
SSP-led initiative supports counselling, rehabilitation for those battling addiction
Mandi district efficiently cleared over 32,000 revenue cases from October 2023 to October 2025. Reforms introduced revenue courts for quicker resolution of intkal, partition, demarcation, and correction cases. Residents now experience faster, accessible service, significantly reducing backlogs and boosting public trust.
Alka Sharma, after her son's OMS diagnosis, founded Angel Disability & Orphanage Home to provide free therapy to disabled children. With her husband's support and by selling jewelry, she established the NGO, treating 160 children and seeing over 30 regain near-normal lives. The home offers daycare, hostel, and transport services.
Show the way by doing what successive govts failed to do
The PHD Chamber of Commerce honored Punjab's tourism and hospitality sector at the Punjab Tourism Recognition Awards. Rupnagar was named the preferred tourism destination. Awards were also given to businesses like Cape House, Hansali Organic Farm, Bharawan Da Dhaba, and Kazan Hospitality. The Chamber plans to expand the awards next year.
The teams of scientists, which visited all major apple growing areas in the state following the reports of major fungal attack in July, found Alternaria leaf spot/blotch as the most dominant disease in most orchards
Jawali, Dehra, Shahpur & Kangra residents used the long-route service to travel to industrial towns in Solan district, Chandigarh, and the national capital
GSSS Harsar in Kangra faces a teacher shortage, especially in physics, Hindi, and principal roles, despite the government's focus on quality education. Student enrollment has decreased due to this neglect, causing parental concern. The School Management Committee has requested action from the education department and now looks to higher authorities for teacher appointments.
In the face of dwindling supplies and ammunition, this gritty Army officer withstood the attack by Pakistani forces for six months in 1948
Had inadvertently crossed over to Pakistan in June this year
Leading central government hospital gets 15K OPD patients daily, makes room for 500 at night
City residents cry hoarse, say poor infra compromises security, poses threat to visitors
The Tribune Special: Eight-road circuit to deflect non-local traffic from Chandigarh, Mohali, Panchkula; key stretches near completion; Zirakpur bypass bids open on Dec 22
Power projects, high-rise buildings persist despite warnings over natural hazards
Many small power projects in Kangra that got water from Neugal, Baner, Binwa have been shut
Average salt intake among participants aged 20 years and above was 8.07 gm per day, which is significantly above the recommended limit
The buildings of 13 government schools of this district have been declared hazardous
A rift within the HSGMC has emerged with members accusing President Jhinda of corruption and abusing authority. They demand his resignation and a new president, citing financial irregularities and VIP culture. Jhinda denies the allegations and says he's ready for an inquiry.
Jagdeep Kumar is in Russia for nearly three months searching for his brother, Mandeep, who hasn't been heard from since March 3, 2023. Jagdeep claims Mandeep was forcibly recruited into the Russian army. He's deeply in debt from travel costs and is appealing to the Indian government for help and proper care for injured Indian soldiers. He is searching for 13 missing Indians.
Dr. Hakam Singh Bhullar's book, 'The Underdog,' chronicles his 13-year fight against racism in Canadian veterinary medicine. It details his struggles as an immigrant, his commitment to affordable animal care, and his resilience. Celebrations at his alma mater, GADVASU, lauded his inspirational journey.
Tender floated, work will be awarded by month-end: PWD
Forces academies to modify schedules, reduce outdoor timings
Armaan Masih, a student at The Trinity School, was selected for the School Games Federation of India in basketball and swimming. He trains extensively, balancing both sports with a demanding schedule and diet. The school supports athletes like him, who are considered 'Gems of The Trinity.'
Centre has produced nearly 36 international players
Sports, Education depts plan to host year-round events in schools, colleges