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New Chandigarh | The Homi Bhabha Cancer Hospital and Research Centre , Punjab, hosted its first-ever Donor Meet, a significant milestone since the hospital’s inauguration in August 2022. The event served as a heartfelt tribute to the unwavering support and generosity of public sector undertakings and corporate entities dedicated to advancing cancer care in the region.  The gathering brought together prominent organizations, fostering a spirit of collaboration and shared commitment to HBCH RC’s mission of providing world-class, compassionate cancer care.  Dr. Ashish Gulia, Director of HBCH RC, extended his deepest gratitude to the donors for their invaluable contributions. At HBCH…

SAS Nagar | Responding to the some public concerns regarding the proposed Eco-Sensitive Zone around Kansal, Karoran, and Nada, MLA Anmol Gagan Maan has clarified strongly the facts and assure residents of her commitment to protecting their rights and interests. Throwing light on the Background of the Proposal, the MLA said that the Forest Department’s proposal was based on recommendations from the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change  and the Central Empowered Committee , which argued that a 100-meter ESZ would be insufficient for environmental conservation. However, the proposal is still in its draft stage and has not been…

Fazilka | In a groundbreaking initiative, farmers in Fazilka district's Diwan Kheda village are setting a new standard for eco-friendly agriculture by using paddy straw for mulching in kinnow orchards. This pioneering effort is spearheaded by Sarpanch Sunil Kumar, who has been instrumental in encouraging his fellow villagers to adopt this sustainable practice. Under his guidance, villagers have been collecting and utilising paddy straw to mulch their orchards. This innovative technique curbs the harmful practice of stubble burning and significantly enhances soil health and moisture retention. Chief Agriculture Officer, Dr. Sandeep Rinwa, lauded the initiative, stating, Mulching with paddy straw…

Chandigarh | Voting for the byelections to Gidderbaha, Barnala, Chabbewal and Dera Baba Nanak Assembly constituencies ended peacefully this evening, with 63 per cent of voters exercising their franchise. The Shiromani Akali Dal, caught in its own internal wranglings, did not contest the byelections but it is Akali voters who will have the decisive say in the results. In Gidderbaha and Dera Baba Nanak constituencies, local Akali leaders Raghubir Singh Pradhan and Sukhjinder Singh Langah, son of Sucha Singh Langah, asked their supporters to vote for the Aam Aadmi Party. Though many believed that the Akali Dal would support BJP…

Chandigarh | Amid a crisis prevailing within the Shiromani Akali Dal, the party’s acting president Balwinder Singh Bhunder, SGPC president Harjinder Singh Dhami today held a closed-door meeting with Akal Takht Jathedar Giani Raghbir Singh and Takht Damdama Sahib Jathedar Giani Harpreet Singh. Though all were tight-lipped about the purpose of the unscheduled meeting, it is presumed that SAD’s internal conflict was discussed to work out a solution. SAD president Sukhbir Singh Badal, who recently submitted his resignation, had approached Akal Takht, urging to expedite the tankhah proceedings.

Gidderbaha | As many as 63.91 per cent of voters from the four Assembly constituencies of Gidderbaha, Barnala, Chabbewal and Dera Baba Nanak exercised their franchise in the by-elections held on Wednesday. The final polling percentage for the elections has been released by the Chief Electoral Office here today. The election was peaceful, with no untoward incident being reported. The highest polling percentage was recorded in Gidderbaha at 81.9 per cent, followed by Dera Baba Nanak at 64.01 per cent and Barnala at 63.91 per cent. Chabbewal, a reserved seat, recorded the lowest voter turnout at 56.34 per cent, mainly…

Ferozepur | The Department of Rural Development and Panchayats has constituted a two-member team comprising Deputy Director (Panchayat), Patiala, and District Development and Panchayat Officer, Bhatinda, to inquire into alleged embezzlement of Rs 1.80 crore in the Block Development Panchayat Office in Ferozepur. Additional Secretary Paramjit Singh recently ordered the team to take into possession all relevant documents and submit their report after ascertaining all facts in this regard. According to information, a few officials from the BDPO office allegedly made unauthorised transactions worth Rs 1,80,87,591 to a contractor who owns an interlocking tiles factory in Mamdot, Ferozepur, by using…

Bengal | Patients seeking treatment at government hospitals under the Bengaluru Medical College and Research Institute (will now face increased medical charges, following a recent hike in service fees. The revised rates apply to major hospitals including, Victoria Hospital, Vani Vilas Hospital, Minto Hospital, the Super Specialty Hospital, and Trauma Care Centers. The Karnataka government has issued a circular detailing the updated charges, effective immediately. Key changes include a doubling of outpatient department registration book fees from Rs 10 to Rs 20 and a similar increase in inpatient admission charges, which now cost Rs 50 instead of Rs 25. Blood…

Karnataka | Member of Karnataka Legislative Council and Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's son Yathindra Siddaramaiah has stirred a political row in the state after he called Hindutva dangerous for the country. He said that making India a Hindu-Rashtra would do no good and people should not allow it to happen. (Dr Bhimrao) Ambedkar once said that this country should be a secular nation. If it becomes a Hindutva nation, there is nothing more dangerous for the country. However, nowadays, for their political gains, a few parties are trying to turn this country into a one-faith nation. This is very dangerous, and…

UP | A five-month-old baby and a woman were among five people killed in a private double-decker bus accident on the Yamuna Expressway in Uttar Pradesh's Aligarh. The accident occurred when the bus, travelling from Delhi to Azamgarh, rammed into the truck from behind. The impact shattered the bus, trapping bodies and passengers inside. In the accident, 15 others, including an 11-month-old girl, a five-year-old child, three women, and nine men, were injured. The locals rescued the injured by breaking the bus windows. They were rushed to Kailash Hospital in Jewar for treatment. Local police rushed to the spot. They…