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Chandigarh/National Times Bureau: Shiromani Akali Dal President Sukhbir Singh Badal extended heartfelt thanks to two Punjab Police officers, ASI Jasbir Singh and ASI Heera Singh, for their courageous efforts in protecting his life. In a social media post, Badal acknowledged their dedication and bravery, stating that both officers risked their lives during a recent attack. Badal shared that the two officers have been associated with the Badal family since the tenure of his father, the late Parkash Singh Badal. Highlighting their loyalty and selflessness, he expressed his gratitude, saying, `They didn’t care for their own lives while saving mine, and…

In a targeted attack early Wednesday, terrorists hurled two grenades at an Army post in the Surankote area near the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district. Fortunately, no casualties or injuries were reported among the soldiers stationed at the post. Immediate Security Response The area was swiftly cordoned off by security forces, and a large-scale search operation was launched. Sources revealed that of the two grenades thrown, only one detonated, while the other was safely defused by a bomb disposal squad after it was discovered nearby. A grenade safety pin was found near the perimeter wall…

Opposition leader Rahul Gandhi, joined by his sister and MP Priyanka Gandhi along with other Congress leaders, was barred from entering the violence-stricken Sambhal district in Uttar Pradesh on Wednesday. Stopped at the Ghazipur Border The Congress delegation, en route to meet families of those affected by police firing, was stopped by Uttar Pradesh Police at the Ghazipur border between Delhi and Noida. Tensions escalated as Congress workers confronted police officers blocking the highway. To prevent their entry into Sambhal, the District Magistrate (DM) of Sambhal had coordinated with officials in neighboring districts like Bulandshahr, Amroha, Ghaziabad, and Gautam Buddha…

Kashmir is gripped by a chilling wave, with night temperatures plunging below the freezing point across most parts of the Valley, according to meteorological officials. The cold conditions are set to intensify in the coming days, with the forecast indicating dry weather ahead. Sub-Zero Temperatures Across the Valley Except for Kokernag, all weather stations in Kashmir reported sub-zero night temperatures. Srinagar, the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir, recorded a low of -2°C, a slight drop from the previous night’s -1.8°C. Qazigund, often referred to as the gateway to the Valley, registered a minimum temperature of -2.2°C. Pahalgam, a renowned…

In a fiery first public address since fleeing Bangladesh, former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina launched a scathing attack on Muhammad Yunus, accusing the interim leader of being `power-hungry` and orchestrating a `genocide` in the country. Speaking virtually to her supporters from New York, Hasina alleged that the current regime has failed to protect minorities, including Hindus, Buddhists, and Christians, and that attacks on places of worship have escalated under Yunus’s leadership. Claims of Targeted Violence and Minority Persecution Sheikh Hasina alleged that under Yunus’s administration, religious minorities have faced rampant persecution. She pointed out the destruction of 11 churches, attacks…

The individual who opened fire on former deputy chief minister Sukhbir Singh Badal at the Golden Temple on Wednesday has been identified as Narain Singh Chaura, a 68-year-old former militant and ex-employee of the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC). Once a militant, Chaura has become known as a political and social activist. The Facebook Post That Hinted at Discontent While the exact motive for Chaura's attack on Badal remains under investigation, a Facebook post dated July 14 offers insight into his grievances. In the post, Chaura expressed his dissatisfaction with the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD), stating that no apology from…

National Times Bureau: India is enhancing its anti-submarine warfare capabilities through the upgrade of its MH-60R multi-role helicopters. The Biden administration has approved the sale of advanced equipment and supplies to the Indian Navy, valued at $1.17 billion (approximately Rs 10,000 crore), and has notified the US Congress of this decision. The package will enhance India’s fleet of 24 MH-60R helicopters, originally acquired under a $2.6 billion Foreign Military Sales deal. It includes 30 multifunctional information distribution system-joint tactical radio systems, external fuel tanks, advanced infrared systems, ammunition, and data transfer systems. Additionally, India will receive a joint mission planning…

National Times Bureau: Reigning champions India continued their dominant run at the men’s Junior Asia Cup hockey tournament, defeating Malaysia 3-1 in the semifinal to secure a place in the final. India remains unbeaten in the tournament with this victory and aims for a hat-trick of titles. India scored through Dilraj Singh (10th minute), Rohit (45th), and Sharda Nand Tiwari (52nd). Malaysia’s lone goal came via a penalty stroke by Azimuddin Kamaruddin in the 57th minute. India will face arch-rival Pakistan in a much-anticipated final on Wednesday. Pakistan advanced to the title clash after defeating Japan 4-2 in the first…

Chandigarh/National Times Bureau: Leader of Opposition in Punjab, Partap Singh Bajwa, has strongly condemned the recent attack on Shiromani Akali Dal leader Sukhbir Singh Badal outside Sri Darbar Sahib, Amritsar. Calling the incident `deeply unfortunate and unequivocally condemnable,` Bajwa emphasized that acts of violence have no place in a democratic society and urged stakeholders to uphold societal harmony.   In a statement, Bajwa said, “Such incidents undermine the very fabric of our democratic values and societal harmony. The incident is a stark reminder of the need for responsible discourse and vigilance in Punjab. It is imperative that we, as a society,…

National Times Bureau: On December 5, Devendra Fadnavis will be sworn in as Maharashtra’s Chief Minister at a grand ceremony at Azad Maidan, Mumbai. Fadnavis was unanimously chosen as the BJP legislature party leader in a meeting held on Wednesday. The swearing-in ceremony will see the attendance of around 2,000 VVIPs and 40,000 supporters, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, several Union ministers, and 19 chief ministers and deputy chief ministers from across the country. BJP leader Prasad Lad described the event as a `historic moment` for Maharashtra. In the November 20 Maharashtra Assembly elections, the BJP achieved its best-ever performance,…