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Nagpur, December 15, 2024 – The BJP-led Mahayuti alliance government in Maharashtra expanded its cabinet with the induction of 39 ministers, bringing the total strength of the ministry to 42. Governor PC Radhakrishnan administered the oath to the newly appointed ministers in a ceremony held on the eve of the state legislature's winter session. The distribution of the ministerial portfolios reflects the power-sharing arrangement among the alliance partners: BJP: 19 ministers Shiv Sena (Eknath Shinde faction): 11 ministers NCP (Ajit Pawar faction): 9 ministers   Among the newly sworn-in members, 33 were inducted as cabinet ministers, while six assumed the…

Ferozepur, December 15, 2024 – A juvenile has been apprehended with 1.556 kg of heroin during a police operation near Kile Wala Chowk under the Sadar Police Station jurisdiction. The minor, who reportedly has no prior criminal record, has been booked under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, according to SP (D) Randhir Kumar. The operation was led by the CIA staff team under the direction of Incharge Mohit Dhawan and supervised by SP (D) Randhir Kumar and DSP (D) Fateh Singh Brar. The seizure marks a critical step in the Ferozepur Police's ongoing campaign to combat drug…

New Delhi, December 15 – Jagjit Singh Dallewal, a prominent farmer leader, has refused medical aid despite his worsening health after 20 days of hunger strike at the Khanauri Border. Punjab DGP Gaurav Yadav and Director of Home Affairs Mayank Yadav met with Dallewal to check on his condition and discuss possible resolutions to the farmers’ ongoing demands. Dallewal stated that his priority is the government addressing the farmers’ issues rather than his health. `The focus should be on resolving farmers’ grievances. Dialogue remains the only viable solution,` he emphasized during the meeting. Farmer leader Darshan Pal added that farmers…

Jalandhar, Punjab – Popular Punjabi singer Rai Jujhar has been charged under Sections 376 (rape), 406 (criminal breach of trust), and 420 (cheating) of the Indian Penal Code after an NRI woman, Preeti Rai, accused him of deception, sexual exploitation, and financial fraud exceeding ₹1 crore. Preeti Rai, a Canadian citizen and daughter of Tirlochan Singh from Rajan Nagar, Basti Peer Dad, shared her ordeal in a press conference. She alleged that Jujhar initiated a relationship by misrepresenting his marital status and making false promises of marriage, which led to emotional and financial exploitation. The two reportedly met in 2006…

National Times Bureau: Lisa Su, CEO of Advanced Micro Devices (AMD), has revolutionized the semiconductor industry, transforming AMD into a $210 billion global powerhouse. Her demanding yet visionary leadership approach, coupled with a commitment to innovation, recently earned her the prestigious title of Time's 2024 CEO of the Year. Lisa Su’s leadership is defined by rigor and results. Known for her high expectations, she fosters a culture of accountability. Executives under her leadership are expected to be meticulous, grasping intricate details swiftly—a hallmark of her work ethic. As former AMD executive Patrick Moorhead noted, her high-pressure environment is challenging but…

Washington, DC [US], December 15, 2024: The United States has confirmed its direct engagement with the Syrian rebel group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) following the overthrow of President Bashar al-Assad's regime and the rebel group’s control of Damascus. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken, speaking at a press briefing in Jordan on Saturday, emphasized the US's priority of locating missing American journalist Austin Tice, who disappeared in Syria in 2012. “We've been in contact with HTS and other parties. We have underlined the importance of cooperation in finding Austin Tice and ensuring his safe return,” Blinken stated. Blinken highlighted the…

Chandigarh/National Times Bureau: The chill in Punjab and Chandigarh intensified as the cold wave continued to grip the region, with temperatures dipping significantly below normal. Adampur Air Force Station emerged as the coldest spot in the plains of India, recording a minimum temperature of just 0.7°C, according to the Meteorological Department. A yellow alert for cold wave conditions has been issued across 21 districts in Punjab, cautioning residents of prolonged cold spells and icy winds sweeping through the plains. Districts Under Cold Wave Alert The affected districts include: North Punjab: Amritsar, Pathankot, Gurdaspur, Tarn Taran. Central Punjab: Ludhiana, Jalandhar, Nawanshahr,…

New Delhi, December 15, 2024: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will chair the concluding session of the fourth National Conference of Chief Secretaries today. The three-day event, held from December 13-15, aimed to enhance Centre-state collaboration for crafting and executing a unified development agenda to ensure faster and sustainable growth. Themed `Promoting Entrepreneurship, Employment Skilling – Leveraging the Demographic Dividend,` the conference focused on harnessing India’s young workforce through initiatives in entrepreneurship, skill development, and job creation in both rural and urban sectors.   Key areas for development included: Manufacturing Services Sector Rural Non-Farm Employment Urban Employment Renewable Energy Circular Economy…

Chandigarh, National Times Bureau: At a sold-out concert in Chandigarh last night, superstar Diljit Dosanjh delivered a powerful message to his fans and the authorities. He revealed that there were efforts to derail his show, but these attempts failed. Taking the opportunity to address the state of event infrastructure in India, Dosanjh had a direct message for the administration: `Instead of poking me, please develop the infrastructure.` The artist also shared his dream for future performances, envisioning a setup where he could perform `in the center of the ground with the crowd around me.` He emphasized that without suitable facilities,…

New Delhi: The Constitutional Amendment Bill on `One Nation, One Election` aims to synchronize the election cycles for the Lok Sabha and state legislative assemblies, marking a major shift in India’s electoral framework. The bill, titled the Constitution (129th Amendment) Bill, 2024, was approved by the Union Cabinet on Thursday. According to its provisions, the first simultaneous elections will take place in 2034. Key Provisions of the Bill 1. New Articles and Amendments Article 82(A) will be introduced to facilitate simultaneous elections for the Lok Sabha and state assemblies. Articles 83, 172, and 327 will be amended to address the…