Founded in 1730 by Adina Beg, Dinanagar served as Ranjit Singh's summer capital and a British administrative center. It was known for shawl production and later participated in anti-colonial movements. Education and industrial activity have increased in the area.
SAD president Sukhbir Badal meets Jawanda's family members
885 animal bite cases in just 2 months push civic body to act
During Kullu Dasehra, deities Ajaypal and Shela visited the police station to address concerns about the sacred space. This incident highlighted issues with site maintenance and parking, leading to police assurances. Disputes involving deities and officials have increased, underscoring the importance of respecting religious practices within civic administration.
Visually impaired singer Muskan Negi will perform at the 3rd International Purple Fest in Goa on October 10th. The event, focused on disability inclusion, is co-organized by the UN and the Indian government. Negi, a Youth Icon and advocate, aims to inspire with her music and message of resilience.
HILL VIEW: As politics turns performative, his life reminds us that leadership once meant listening, not shouting
Crumbling Heritage: Once a seat of power and culture in Lahaul, the seven-storey tower now pleads for preservation
WhatsApp number traced to Ukraine, account later deleted
Scattered units are being brought under one roof to reduce response time
Professor Preet Mohinder Singh Bedi at GNDU develops healing agents for skin diseases and Alzheimer's treatments. He's a top 2% scientist recognized by Stanford-Elsevier, with over 150 publications. His research focuses on medicinal chemistry and AI-driven drug discovery. He aims to enhance industry-academia collaborations and foster innovation at GNDU.
Rs 200-crore engineering feat to cut distance, time and traffic snarls by yearend
Monsoon floods and Pong Dam water releases devastated fertile farmland in Indora, Kangra. Paddy crops are ruined, infrastructure damaged, and river courses altered. Villages like Ghagwan, Surdwan, and Ghandrah suffered greatly. Farmers face land reclamation challenges and seek government aid for electricity, irrigation, and future protection.
Sees highest 24 per cent rise among top 7 Indian cities, says Anarock report
Topra Kalan village in Yamunanagar gained pride after its Ashoka Pillar's history was featured on 'Kaun Banega Crorepati.' The village's historical significance, including the pillar's relocation by Firoz Shah Tughlaq, was highlighted. The village has an Ashoka Edict Park.
FEARLESS TALES: The story of Ashok Chakra awardee Major Sudhir Kumar Walia, a commando whose courage roared loudest in silence
Early-stage Lyme Disease can be treated with a two-week course of doxycycline, while complicated cases affecting the heart or nervous system require a combination of doxycycline and ceftriaxone for up to four weeks
Tourism Dept yet to finalise rules to regulate such schools across state
Floods in Punjab have altered soil profiles, impacting agriculture. Silt deposits created nutrient imbalances and hardpans, hindering water infiltration and root growth. While organic carbon increased, micronutrients like iron were high. PAU recommends deep tillage, organic matter incorporation, and monitoring for deficiencies.
A Hamidi dairy farmer, Jasveer Singh, transformed his business with training from GADVASU. He established a milk processing plant, producing value-added products with financial aid from PMEGP. His success, fueled by university support, serves as a model for rural entrepreneurship.
Consumes alcohol, smokes online at Tis Hazari Courts, arrested
Honda may set up shop in CM’s home turf Naraingarh
Overcrowded, understaffed: Chronic staff shortages, infrastructure woes plague rural areas
Decline stems from lack of pre-primary sections, trained teachers: Experts
A 300-year-old footwear relic (Jore Saheb) of Guru Gobind Singh will be placed at Gurdwara Patna Saheb. The decision, made after a request to PM Modi and carbon dating, involved Sikh community input. A nagar kirtan and yatra will precede the placement.
The Hatri, a miniature house, is central to Diwali celebrations, symbolizing a sacred home for deities. Placed in puja setups, it's adorned with lights, representing prosperity and tradition. Crafted from clay traditionally, modern versions exist, but its core significance of devotion and cultural heritage persists.
As SC questions delay in Rajoana’s execution, the political sentiment in Punjab is in favour of release of Sikh prisoners
Vital ecosystems got substantial inflows for groundwater recharging, soil replenishment
To host special summit to mark the milestone next week
Mata Vidyavati Memorial, built in 2009 to honor Bhagat Singh's mother, suffers from severe neglect. Despite costing crores, the site lacks maintenance, with broken infrastructure and unpaid bills. Villagers demand government upkeep or transfer of management with funding, fearing its ruin.
Once thriving hubs of trade and Sikh heritage near the Darbar Sahib complex, now lie neglected