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Chandigarh, December 8, 2024 – The Haryana government’s recent suspension of mobile internet services in Ambala is under legal scrutiny after Advocate Hemant Kumar raised concerns over the use of outdated regulations in the order. The suspension, enforced by the Haryana Home Department from December 6 to December 9, was based on the Temporary Suspension of Telecom Services (Public Emergency or Public Safety) Rules, 2017, which have been superseded by updated regulations. The internet suspension order, signed by Additional Chief Secretary (Home) Dr. Sumita Misra, restricted mobile internet services across parts of Ambala district. However, Advocate Kumar pointed out that…

National Times Bureau: Band of Maharajas, a musical film directed by Girish Malik, has brought international acclaim to the shared cultural narratives of India and Pakistan. Rooted in the soulful legacy of Sanjha Punjab and border life, the film is now vying for Oscars in two prestigious categories: Best Original Song for the evocative Ishq Walla Daku and Best Original Score, crafted by renowned composer Bickram Ghosh. This is the second Oscar campaign for the duo, following their 2013 collaboration on Jal, which was shortlisted for Best Original Score. Girish Malik’s upbringing in the borderlands of Punjab—Gurdaspur, Ferozepur, and Amritsar—inspired…

National Times Bureau: India's ten-wicket loss to Australia in the Adelaide Test was overshadowed by an intense on-field exchange between Indian pacer Mohammed Siraj and Australian batter Travis Head on Day 2. The verbal spat, following Head’s dismissal, has sparked contrasting narratives. While Head claimed he simply complimented Siraj with a `well bowled,` Siraj disputed this before Day 3, accusing Head of dishonesty and urging spectators to review the footage for clarity. Indian skipper Rohit Sharma addressed the incident during the post-match press conference, framing it as part of the competitive nature of India-Australia clashes. `I was at slips and…

National Times Bureau: The fall of Syrian President Bashar Assad’s government on Sunday marked the end of an era, concluding his nearly 14-year battle to retain power amidst one of the most devastating conflicts in modern history. The collapse of Assad’s regime brings an uncertain future for Syria, a country torn apart by civil war, sectarian divides, and international proxy battles. Assad’s ouster starkly contrasts with the optimism that surrounded his rise to power in 2000. At 34, the Western-educated ophthalmologist inherited the presidency from his father, Hafez Assad, following three decades of authoritarian rule. Initially viewed as a progressive…

Chandigarh/ National Times Bureau: The Shambhu border became a flashpoint on Sunday as protesting farmers and Haryana police engaged in a standoff over the 'Delhi Chalo' march. The police, citing security concerns, have demanded identification from farmers before allowing them to proceed, a move that has sparked outrage among the protesters. A Haryana police official on the scene explained their stance, saying, `We will first identify them (farmers) and then we can allow them to go ahead. We have a list of the names of 101 farmers, and they are not those people—they are not letting us identify them. They…

Chandigarh/ National Times Bureau: Farmers have reignited their 'Delhi Chalo' march, leading to a tense standoff at the Shambhu border. Police deployed tear gas shells to disperse protesters, detaining several farmers in the process. Barricades and nails have been installed at the border as part of heightened security measures by Delhi police. Farmer representative Sarwan Singh Pandher criticized the use of force, calling it `brutality` and maintaining that their actions were peaceful. `Our hunger strike has entered its 12th day. Tomorrow, a group of 101 farmers will peacefully depart for Delhi to continue the protest without violating any laws,` he…

Udhampur/ National Times Bureau: In a tragic incident, two police personnel were found dead with bullet injuries inside a police vehicle in Jammu and Kashmir's Udhampur early Sunday morning. According to Udhampur Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Amod Ashok Nagpure, the incident occurred at around 6:30 AM while the personnel were traveling from Sopore to the Talwara training center. “Preliminary investigations confirm that an AK-47 rifle was used in the incident. Two police personnel lost their lives, while a third officer in the vehicle remains unharmed,” SSP Nagpure stated. The deceased personnel are being transported to Government Medical College (GMC)…

Chandigarh, National Times Bureau: The Punjab State Election Commission has announced that general and by-elections for municipal corporations and nagar councils/panchayats will be held on December 21, 2024. State Election Commissioner Kamal Chaudhary shared the election timeline: Nominations Open: December 9 (11 AM to 3 PM) Last Date for Nominations: December 12 (until 3 PM) Scrutiny of Nominations: December 13 Withdrawal Deadline: December 14 Polling and Counting: December 21 Five major municipal corporations—Jalandhar, Amritsar, Ludhiana, Patiala, and Phagwara—will hold elections, covering 381 wards. Nearly 3.73 million voters will cast their votes using EVMs, with polling scheduled from 7 AM to…

Chandigarh, National Times Bureau: The Indian Air Force (IAF), in collaboration with Chitkara University near Chandigarh, has unveiled a state-of-the-art Virtual Reality (VR) training system aimed at preparing newly inducted Agniveers for aircraft refuelling operations. This innovative initiative represents a significant leap in modernizing defence training methods by harnessing cutting-edge technology. The VR system immerses trainees in a realistic virtual environment using head-mounted devices, simulating aircraft and their subsystems without requiring physical aircraft. This approach eliminates risks, optimizes resources, and drastically reduces training time—a crucial factor given the Agniveers’ four-year service period. The initial version of the system focuses on…

National Times Bureau: Kapil Sharma, one of India’s most beloved comedians, actors, and television hosts, was honored with the prestigious Global Entertainer of the Year Award at NDTV’s Indian of the Year Awards 2024. The accolade celebrates Kapil’s incredible journey from humble beginnings to becoming a global icon in the entertainment industry. In his heartfelt acceptance speech, Kapil shared a poignant memory from two decades ago. “Twenty years ago, I came to this same hotel to perform as a chorus singer with another artiste. And today, I’m receiving an award in the same place. I am really, really thankful to…