nishuthapar1

New Delhi, December 13, 2024 – Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, in her maiden speech in the Lok Sabha, launched a scathing critique of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, accusing him of failing to address violence in Sambhal and Manipur and of undermining the values of the Constitution. Participating in a debate on the Constitution, Gandhi asserted that the Constitution represents the collective will of the people, not the ideology of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS). `The Constitution is a protective shield of justice, unity, and freedom of expression. Yet, for the past 10 years, the BJP-led government has been systematically…

Chandigarh, December 13, 2024 – The Punjab Government has invited applications for the coveted position of Chairman of the Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC), Patiala. This high-profile role requires individuals of exceptional integrity, administrative acumen, and proven expertise. An official spokesperson clarified the eligibility criteria for applicants. Candidates must have served for at least 10 years under the Government of India or any state government and should be under 62 years of age as of the date of the public notice. Those who applied in response to the earlier advertisement dated November 26, 2024, do not need to reapply. Applicants…

New Delhi – The Delhi High Court on Friday dismissed a petition filed by Sultana Begum, the widow of the great-grandson of Mughal emperor Bahadur Shah Zafar-II, seeking ownership of the Red Fort as her ancestral property. A division bench comprising Acting Chief Justice Vibhu Bakhru and Justice Tushar Rao Gedela rejected the appeal, citing an inordinate delay of over two-and-a-half years in filing the case after an earlier ruling in 2021. The court noted that Sultana Begum failed to provide sufficient justification for the delay. Her explanation, which included health issues and the passing of her daughter, was deemed…

New Delhi/National Times Bureau: In a high-profile legal case, the Telangana High Court on Wednesday granted interim bail to actor Allu Arjun while questioning the applicability of charges under Sections 105(b) and 118 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). The charges, which pertain to conspiracy and aiding unlawful activities, were filed in the wake of a tragic incident. The presiding judge, while granting interim relief, expressed skepticism about the actor's alleged culpability, asking, “Does the fact that the petitioner is an actor justify the application of Sections 105(b) and 118? Can he truly be held accountable for the tragedy that…

Alberta/Rajiv Sharma: Dale McFee currently serves as Edmonton’s 23rd chief of police, having led the Edmonton Police Service since 2019. He will assume his new duties as deputy minister of executive council on February 24, 2025. Chief McFee is a national leader in policing, having held the positions of president of the Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police and director of the Canadian Police Association. Chief McFee previously served for six years as Saskatchewan’s deputy minister of corrections and policing. He is also recognized for his expertise on leadership and change management as a lecturer, both nationally and internationally. “I…

Chandigarh – The Chandigarh Administration has decided to cease permitting large-scale gatherings at the Exhibition Ground in Sector 34 following widespread complaints from residents and traders. However, the concerts of Punjabi singers Diljit Dosanjh and AP Dhillon, scheduled for December 14 and 21, will go ahead as planned, as permissions for these events were granted in September. Deputy Commissioner Nishant Kumar Yadav confirmed the decision, stating that future large gatherings will be relocated to other open spaces like the Sector 25 rally ground. This step was taken in response to disruptions caused by a recent concert by singer Karan Aujla,…

New Delhi, December 13, 2024 – Four Delhi schools received bomb threats via email early Friday morning, triggering swift multi-agency search operations. This comes just days after a similar incident on December 9, where 44 schools were targeted with hoax threats, causing widespread panic. The schools targeted in the latest incident include Bhatnagar International School in Paschim Vihar, which received the threat at 4:21 am; Cambridge School in Shri Niwas Puri, at 6:23 am; and DPS Amar Colony in East of Kailash, at 6:35 am. A fourth school, yet to be named, also received a similar email. Upon receiving the…

New Delhi – Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh informed Parliament on Thursday that 86 Indian nationals were either attacked or killed in foreign countries during 2023. This figure reflects a sharp increase compared to 57 such incidents in 2022 and 29 in 2021. In 2023, the highest number of incidents occurred in the United States (12), followed by Canada, the United Kingdom, and Saudi Arabia, with 10 cases each. “The safety and security of Indians abroad remain a top priority for the Government of India,” Singh said in his written response. He added that Indian missions…

National Times Bureau– At least 38 Palestinians were killed in a series of Israeli airstrikes across the Gaza Strip on Wednesday, according to medics. The deadliest strike hit a multi-storey house in Beit Lahiya, claiming 22 lives, including women and children. The building housed over 30 individuals, and rescue operations are ongoing to locate those still missing, as reported by the Palestinian WAFA news agency. The Israeli military stated the airstrike targeted Hamas militants operating near Kamal Adwan Hospital, located between Beit Lahiya and Jabalia. However, the casualty figures reported by Palestinian medics were contested by the Israeli military, which…

Singapore, December 12, 2024  – In a historic achievement for Indian chess, 18-year-old D Gukesh clinched the FIDE World Chess Championship on Thursday, defeating defending champion Ding Liren of China. This victory makes Gukesh the youngest-ever FIDE World Chess Champion, etching his name in the annals of chess history. The championship finale began with both players tied at 6.5-6.5 after 13 grueling games, leading to a decisive 14th game. Gukesh displayed exceptional skill and composure, securing victory with a final score of 7.5-6.5. The announcement on FIDE’s official platform celebrated the moment: “Gukesh D is the YOUNGEST WORLD CHAMPION in…