Knockouts in the air: Capt Hawa Singh Sheoran, his son & granddaughter have over 60 medals to their name, as well as the Dronacharya, Arjuna, Bhim awards. It was Capt Hawa Singh who introduced boxing to Bhiwani by setting up a coaching academy after his retirement from the Army in 1986.
Ambala's Olympic swimming pool faces operational challenges due to staff shortages. The facility operates with limited hours and no beginner classes, impacting swimmers and revenue. Delayed tendering, equipment issues, and lack of qualified staff hinder full operation despite ministerial intervention.
Players in district sports nurseries haven't received diet money for five months, and private coaches are owed honorariums since April. Budget shortages are blamed. Both players and coaches are facing difficulties. Officials acknowledge the delays and promise funds soon.
Robbers tied Kiran's hands with dupatta and tried to rob her, but she showed courage and fought them
Upholds tribunal order granting 50% war injury pension to Army man
After an 8-month cycling odyssey from England to India, globetrotter Thorsten Bruce finds his “highlight moment” in Dharamsala with the Dalai Lama
3.60 lakh livestock population in the state has been affected
Swollen Sutlej has submerged hundreds of villages in Punjab
Raikot's administration is demolishing historical structures built with Nanakshahi bricks due to safety concerns. The Talwandi Gate's roof, part of the city's heritage, was already demolished. Residents urge the government to preserve the remaining structures, especially the city gates, which have cultural and historical significance. The council will discuss preservation efforts.
Modern amenities, civic facilities must come to town so that it can keep pace with developmental needs
Has stood strong for over 140 years, rarely overflowing even during heavy rains or floods due to its smart design, careful water management
Three men in an auto-rickshaw attempted to rob a woman on the Jalandhar-Ludhiana highway. She resisted, clinging to the moving vehicle for 500m. The auto overturned, leading to the arrest of two suspects, Mohit and Dimple, while a third, Shubham, remains at large.
With two patients sharing a bed and doctors on double shifts, Himachal’s only super-specialty hospital in the lower hills cries for urgent upgrade
HILL VIEW: Deforestation, reckless construction and riverbed mining are eroding mountains and trust
Patients forced to wander hospital corridors in search of doctors
“Sair-e-Dilli: Chronicles of Change” at Bikaner House showcases Delhi's historical transformations through images from the DAG archives. The exhibition, curated by Swapna Liddle, features various sites and explores how their meanings have evolved over time, offering a unique perspective on Delhi's layered history.
Spread across all four municipal zones, these pose serious risks to residents, passers-by
Given refuge to hundreds of abandoned children
Haryana significantly improved in eradicating anemia, ranking second nationally. The state saw high coverage in most age groups, with notable improvements in children and adolescents. While lactating mothers remain a challenge, Haryana implemented a '6x6x6' approach involving multiple interventions.
Landslides and subsidence caused a three-story building in Nurpur to develop major cracks, forcing five families from their homes. Authorities assessed the damage and are preparing aid. This event recalls a 2019 landslide where families faced lengthy delays for relocation, highlighting the need for prompt support.
The Indian government approved four new potato varieties developed by ICAR-CPRI. Kufri Ratan and Tejas are for table consumption, while Chipbharat-1 and -2 are for processing. These varieties offer higher yields, climate resilience, and improved profitability for farmers and industry.
Unchecked construction & crumbling civic systems in Kullu’s Math area are turning slopes into ticking time bombs
Part with lifelong savings, ornaments and pensions to stand with flood-hit victims of neighbouring Punjab
New Delhi's property market is increasingly unaffordable due to rising prices, construction costs, and demand. Middle-class buyers struggle, relying heavily on loans. Luxury housing expands, pushing buyers to periphery areas like Noida and Greater Noida, which offer comparatively lower costs.
IIT-Ropar, GSI highlight alarming vulnerabilities as 300 lives lost in recent monsoon disasters
Crumbling heritage: Once a bastion of Amar Singh Thapa’s Himalayan command, the fort now lies in decay and its walls echo the legacy of Nepal’s fearless warriors
#HeartOfPunjab:Leading the battle are the Punjab Police, officials in the district administration as well as individual farmers who own and have been using drones for agricultural purposes, including spraying fields with pesticide
A Haryana teacher, Sandeep Kumar, used his savings and student donations to provide solar-powered lights and equipment to flood-affected villages in Sultanpur Lodhi. He prioritized identifying the villagers' needs, distributing lights due to power outages and related concerns. He plans to return to offer further support.
DUSU election candidates creatively bypass Lyngdoh Committee rules, despite restrictions on spending and campaigning methods. Social media, indirect campaigning, and exploiting scheduling for speeches are common tactics. Some groups claim adherence to the guidelines, but violations persist. University officials report responsible student behavior.