Non-medical students seeking to add biology through NIOS for NEET are facing recognition hurdles. Parents and students are struggling to get confirmation from the National Medical Commission and Baba Farid University despite citing regulations allowing NIOS study. The deadline for application is July 31.
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The Anti-Narcotics Task Force seized 15.4 kg of heroin from Prabhjit Singh, a UK returnee. He was arrested in Chheharta while delivering drugs, acting on instructions from Pakistani smugglers he connected with while abroad. Investigations are ongoing to determine the drug's origin.
THE TRIBUNE INTERVIEW: ‘Must understand the state's soul — 'dastar' means 'sardari', not just turban’
Three Babbar Khalsa International (BKI) operatives were arrested for grenade attacks on police posts in Patiala and Haryana. They acted under instructions from foreign-based BKI members and Pakistan's ISI. Two hand grenades, two pistols were seized. More attacks were planned.
AAP called Sukhbir Badal's comments 'absurd' regarding Kejriwal and sacrilege accusations. AAP accused Badal of making these statements due to political decline and demanded an apology for 2015 sacrilege incidents when he was deputy chief minister. AAP also raised concerns about the Nakodar sacrilege case of 1986 and subsequent government actions.
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The observation came in open court when an advocate referred to the Chief Justice as ‘Your Lordship’
Village school to be named after the marathon runner; statue to be installed at govt college: CM Mann
The accident occurred near Musahibpur village in Hoshiarpur district
Describing such acts as 'a part of a growing menace', Justice Sumeet Goel asserted these reflected not just criminal intent but also constituted a serious affront to human dignity and national interest
Accused involved in grenade attacks on police posts at Badshahpur, Patiala and Azeemgarh, Haryana, says Punjab DGP
No bidders after 3 tender rounds; library plan pitched to state government
SAD president Sukhbir Singh Badal made the announcement during a public gathering in Chabal
The study highlights how scientists suggest that trees and plants along roads act as effective barriers by absorbing sound
10‑year‑old Shvan Singh served soldiers on border during Operation Sindoor; would bring water, milk, lassi and ice from his house
Decision conveyed to her by AAP Punjab president Aman Arora
Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann says the school in Beas village will be renamed after the veteran marathon runner and a statue in his honour would be erected at the sports college in Jalandhar
Blame game continues between Forest and Police departments
Punjab Congress president Raja Warring predicts the ruling AAP's collapse, citing recent resignations and expulsions of MLAs. He notes the quick departure of AAP leaders, including Anmol Gagan Mann, questioning the party's stability and future.
Sukhjinder Randhawa accused Sukhbir Badal of shifting blame for the 2015 desecration cases to save his political career. Randhawa cited Sukhbir's prior apology and religious punishment from the Akal Takht as evidence of his guilt and lack of moral standing to criticize others.
Sukhbir Singh Badal accuses Arvind Kejriwal of attempting to protect AAP legislator Naresh Yadav, convicted of Quran sacrilege. Badal calls for a probe into 2015 sacrilege cases, alleging AAP involvement. He also targets Congress leaders, urging them to reveal those who shielded sacrilege accused.
A Tarn Taran businessman received a 10 crore extortion call from Hari Boxer, linked to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, after the murder of a businessman in Abohar. Boxer threatened the family if the money wasn't paid. Police have registered a case.
Fauja Singh, the marathoner, will be cremated in India. Tributes will be held in London, organized by his coach Harmander Singh. Their 25-year friendship began in 1999, driven by Singh's grief and guided by Harmander's support. Singh was known for his humility and principles.
Law Minister turns Gurbani singer, recites Guru Nanak's words to Jain munis
Villages along the Sutlej River face threats from both monsoon floods and illegal sand mining. Despite complaints, authorities haven't stopped nightly sand extraction, with 10-15 trolleys removed daily. This damages farmland and is suspected to involve police and political collusion.
Punjab formed a select committee to discuss the 'anti-sacrilege' bill, which proposes harsh penalties for desecrating religious texts, including life imprisonment and fines. The bill includes provisions for abetment. Chief Minister Mann aims to ensure exemplary punishment and has launched an anti-drug drive.
Anmol Gagan Mann, former Punjab minister and AAP MLA, has resigned and plans to quit politics. Her resignation hasn't been accepted yet. This would trigger a byelection in Kharar, adding to existing vacancies. Mann previously served as Tourism Minister, but was later removed.
The Punjab Language Department will host 'Teg Bahadur Simrie' on July 23-24 in Mattan, Kashmir, to commemorate Guru Teg Bahadur's martyrdom. The event, in collaboration with the J&K Academy, honors Pandit Kirpa Ram, who sought the Guru's protection and later became Bhai Kirpa Singh, martyred at Chamkaur Sahib.
A 24-year-old Pakistani national, Mujamil Hussain, was apprehended by BSF jawans near the KMS Wala Border Outpost. He crossed into Indian territory and was detained approximately 80 meters inside, with Pakistani currency seized.
Amritsar police believe Golden Temple bomb threats are part of coordinated emails to religious and political sites nationwide. A suspect, Shubham Dubey, is detained. Despite questioning, threats continued. Police are investigating with intelligence agencies. Leaders from various parties visited the shrine, emphasizing calm.
Muktsar district has set up three 24/7 flood control rooms in Muktsar, Malout, and Gidderbaha. The Faridkot-based Baba Farid University of Health Sciences has partnered with the Urological Society of India to start an accredited urology fellowship program starting annually in August.
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