The sports hostel at Surjit Hockey Stadium in Burlton Park is in a state of severe disrepair, resembling a deserted building. The hostel, housing eight PIS athletes, suffers from widespread neglect including garbage, dilapidated rooms and washrooms, broken windows covered with makeshift materials, and overall unsafe conditions. The district sports department has proposed a Rs 3.5 crore renovation, and the Sports Director acknowledges the problem and claims renovation work has begun, aiming for completion by the end of the financial year. This situation mirrors earlier reports of poor conditions at the hostel of the Government Senior Secondary State School of Sports, a prestigious institute. (This summary is generated via AI.)
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Tourists are seizing the moment, indulging in thrilling activities like river rafting and paragliding
IIT Ropar has received a Rs 311 crore grant to establish an AI center of excellence for agriculture. The initiative aims to bring AI innovations to farmers, focusing on sustainable agriculture and food security. IIT Ropar has already developed AI-based solutions for animal husbandry and beekeeping, including Digital Bee Sence technology and smart livestock tags. Upcoming projects include crop yield prediction using satellite and soil data, and a crop-classification system for better resource allocation. These efforts are designed to empower farmers with data-driven decision-making and benefit an estimated 50,000 farmers. (This summary is generated via AI.)
The Ludhiana election is seeing an intense hoarding war between the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and Congress, who are dominating the city's advertising space with bold slogans and visuals, while the BJP and SAD are lagging behind. AAP's Sanjeev Arora and Congress' Bharat Bhushan Ashu are engaging in veiled attacks and vying for voter trust with slogans that highlight their strengths and target opponents' weaknesses. The AAP emphasizes work and respect, while Congress focuses on development and its established track record. The BJP and SAD are taking a different approach, opting for less expensive options like illegal wall posters and social media. SAD's Parupkar Singh Ghuman is promoting prosperity and accessibility, positioning himself as the local, humble choice. BJP's Gupta, however, is largely absent from the hoarding battle, citing financial constraints and a preference for grassroots engagement over large-scale advertising. (This summary is generated via AI.)
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The project was first launched in 2002-03 during the Capt-led govt’s tenure
The Dalit village of Nangal in Phillaur is experiencing unrest due to repeated vandalism of its Ambedkar statue. After two attacks, residents, who deeply revere Ambedkar and his ideology, feel deliberately targeted. They are questioning why their village is being singled out despite the presence of numerous Ambedkar statues in the region. Nangal's historical connection to Ambedkar, combined with its largely Dalit and politically aware population, intensifies the community's outrage. Despite installing security measures after the first attack, the second defacement, targeting the new statue before protective measures were in place, has fueled fears of a deliberate attempt to sow discord between Dalits and Sikhs. The villagers, united and alert, are protesting and demanding the arrest of those responsible, emphasizing the significance of the statue as a symbol of their identity, equality, and resistance. (This summary is generated via AI.)
He had written as many as 80 Punjabi books
Village dominant population Sikhs
Has a population of around 9,500
These varieties can tolerate temperatures up to 50°C
Local residents have long opposed the idea of building a garbage treatment plant in this area
The Dashmesh Charitable Hospital in Doraha provides vital medical care to the underprivileged, serving the town and surrounding villages. Founded in 1997, it expanded from a small dispensary to a 25-bed hospital offering specialized services, filling a void left by inadequate government healthcare. The hospital performs numerous surgeries and treats hundreds of poor patients daily. (This summary is generated via AI.)
Traffic woes targeted with tempo ban, bypass push
In a powerful display of grassroots entrepreneurship, women from Chamba’s Kariyan village have turned tradition into income, leading a quiet revolution through the Jai Hind Self-Help Group (SHG) in production of handloom and local craft. What began as a small...
A fresh “imli” (tamarind) sapling has been planted at the site in front of the Akal Takht where a historic tamarind tree was destroyed during Operation Bluestar in 1984. This marks another attempt to revive the symbolic tree after the...
At Gurdaspur’s Preliminary Education Centre (PEC), where children from underprivileged backgrounds study, the motivation is different.
Strict student visa regulations in Canada, a crackdown on international students in the US and a temporary halt on new student visas in recent months have significantly impacted the aspirations of Indian students to study abroad. However, this shift has...
His mission is not just about adventure but about spreading awareness on environmental issues such as global warming, climate change and pollution
To protest drug trade, residents of Bhai Bakhtaur village here have put up a handwritten poster declaring that their village is "up for sale”. This followed an incident in which a former Army man, Ranveer Singh, was brutally assaulted by...
In an attempt to rescue the dwindling muskmelon production in the popular red-soiled Dona belt of Doaba — spanning Shahkot, Lohian, Kapurthala and Sultanpur Lodhi — the erstwhile muskmelon hub of the state, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) has come up...
Colonial-era Ferozepur Fort that Hitler envied for its ammo reserves opens to public after 200 years
A critical outpost during the Sikh empire, the fort holds enduring tales of courage and resistance, featuring prominently in narratives of the 1857 war of independence
Over 33 lakh beneficiaries under the National Food Security Act are likely to be debarred from getting free wheat from July as they have failed to complete their eKYC authentication by the deadline. These beneficiaries risk losing their entitlement to...
As UT Administrator Gulab Chand Kataria claimed ‘no dues left’ after local sportspersons were honoured with cash awards by Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya today, national football team captain Sandesh Jhingan, who belongs to the city, was left in a...
Developing database under AI system to detect suspects, keep tabs on movement
With temperatures soaring in the northern plains, tourists are flocking to the cool climes of Himachal Pradesh, especially Kullu-Manali and the Lahaul-Spiti region, seeking respite from the scorching heat these days. This surge has pushed hotel occupancy rates in Manali...
Yudh Nashian Virudh in Phillaur village
Copper utensils were once an integral part of Indian kitchens and are making a strong comeback in the modern households today. The revival of traditional cookware is not just a nostalgic return to roots, it is a movement rooted in...
The programme featured enlightening presentation and live performance by Bhai Baldeep Singh
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