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Dr. Taqdir, a professor from Gurdaspur, won the 'Mrs. India - Beauty with Brains' title, along with 'Pride of Punjab' and 'Social Media Diva' awards. She prepared for a year, supported by her husband, and now aims for the Mrs. Asia title.

Project for new structure remains stuck in absence of transfer of land from the Haryana Shahari Vikas Pradhikaran

In line with expanding tourism offerings, the administration is also preparing to promote island tourism in Govind Sagar Lake

Month-long freeze ends as buses, tourists and optimism trickle back into valley

After Shubman Gill, Punjab has given another hard hitting batter Abhishek Sharma. Both had their skills honed by veteran Punjabi batsman Yuvraj Singh

Houses 351 pupils from across India, abroad

Aastha Dixit, a Kathak dancer known for blending tradition with Sufi themes, discussed her memoir 'Door to Heaven' at Majha House. She spoke about her Kathak journey, Sufi influences, and collaboration with Muzaffar Ali. Her performance, blending Kathak with Sufi Kalam, captivated the audience.

A viral cheque from a Himachal Pradesh school principal, riddled with spelling errors, exposed flaws in the education system. The error, writing 'Saven Thursday' and 'Harendra,' sparked online ridicule and highlighted the irony of costly foreign teacher training alongside fundamental literacy issues.

Ludhiana youth are leading a heart health movement, 'Pulse Keepers: Gen Z Edition,' to coincide with World Heart Day. Students screen blood pressure, learn CPR, and promote healthy habits. Over 25,000 students and teachers have been trained, with 45,000 screened and 8,000 hypertensive individuals treated.

Despite continued good weather, this week’s violent events have led many tourists to alter their travel plans

The 500-year-old Lahori Gate in Sri Hargobindpur risks collapse due to flood damage to its supporting wall. Built with historically significant bricks, it's one of few remaining gates. Locals seek intervention from authorities for restoration efforts.

The Beas River's altered course has destroyed Rampur Gaura village, displacing nearly 100 residents and submerging 50 acres. Families lost homes and fields due to a dyke breach. Residents need land and significant financial aid to rebuild.

Sanjhi Mata, a folk deity, is worshipped in Punjab during Navratri, particularly by unmarried girls. The tradition involves creating and adorning clay images, singing devotional songs, and culminates in immersion on Dasehra. It promotes art, knowledge, and community, though its practice is declining.

The Pandey Ram Leela Samiti in Rajguru Nagar has performed Ramlila for 25 years. The family-run group, with women playing female roles, rehearses a month before Dasehra. Led by Ganga Prasad Pandey, the cast primarily consists of family members and friends, including a teacher, a priest, and a make-up artist.

Using Brechtian style, Dastak Theatre transforms this classic tale into a thought-provoking commentary on societal norms

Has honed skills over 25 years

Has carved a special niche for himself in the Indian film industry

A Belgian-donated clay sculpture commemorates Sikh soldiers killed in WWI, now at Khalsa College Amritsar. It honors the sacrifice of 135 soldiers from Sultanwind. Their contributions, like those of 83,005 Sikh casualties across both World Wars, are under-recognized in India despite their valor.

Gurdaspur, once a gymnastics powerhouse, lost its prominence. Jio Lal Bagga revived the sport, forming an association and attracting young players. He and others are revitalizing the program with experienced coaches and improved facilities, aiming to restore the city's legacy.

Broken pipeline keeps Dharamsala parched despite retreating rains

Despite odds, five children — Prabhjot Singh, Ansh, Harmanpreet Kaur, Janvi, and Gurpartap Singh — qualified for the block-level games

Surrey announces $ 250,000 prize for information

Teachers, villagers join forces to clean up flood-damaged schools and rebuild community

Shift has sparked a growing demand for miniature Ravana effigies, handcrafted by local artists adapting to changing mood of festival

The Directorate of Education has ordered the immediate closure of the historic Institute for the Blind at Panchkuian Road, New Delhi, citing alleged violations of the Right to Education (RTE) Act, 2009, and the Delhi School Education Act, 1973....