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28 Oct

German Delegation Visits J.C. Bose University to Recruit Skilled Technicians

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsBusiness, Haryana, TrendingGerman

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): A high-level international delegation from Coating Concepts, Germany, alongside representatives from International Talent Solutions (ITS) and Indo Euro Synchronization (IES), visited J.C. Bose University of Science and Technology, YMCA, Faridabad. The visit aimed to evaluate the University’s skill training infrastructure and establish international employment pathways for Indian students. The delegation comprised Ms. Janina Radovic (Managing Director), Mr. Andreas Faller (Head of Logistics and Work Preparation), Mr. David Frank (Production Manager), and Mr. Sergius Steinmark (Production Manager) from Coating Concepts, Germany. The visit was facilitated by Mr. Albert Bacher (CEO, International Talent Solutions) along with Mr. Raj Vangapandu…

25 Oct

Petrol Pump Toilets Under Scrutiny as Oil Companies Introduce QR-Code Feedback for Cleanliness

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBusiness, Punjab, TrendingPetrol Pump

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Public-sector oil marketing companies are intensifying efforts to improve toilet hygiene at petrol pumps, with senior executives inspecting washroom facilities and QR-code feedback systems being used to gather customer responses. The drive, part of the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas’ Swachhata Abhiyan, aims to make clean and accessible washrooms a regular feature of fuel stations rather than a facility maintained only during special cleanliness campaigns. Indian Oil Corporation Ltd (IndianOil) and Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd (BPCL) have stepped up inspections across their retail networks, bringing greater management attention to washroom maintenance and customer experience. Senior…

20 Oct

Donald Trump Thanks Elon Musk for Donating SpaceX Stock to American Children Through Trump Accounts

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBusiness, Trending, World NewsDonald Trump, Elon Musk

Washington (Rajeev Sharma): US President Donald Trump has publicly thanked billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk for his reported contribution of SpaceX stock to millions of American children through a programme known as Trump Accounts. In a post on X, Trump praised Musk’s generosity, describing the initiative as an example of how private-sector investment could help create financial opportunities for the next generation. Trump said the programme was designed to bring businesses and prominent private investors into efforts to build wealth for children across the United States. He described young Americans as the country’s most valuable asset and said the initiative would…

13 Oct

Canada to Send Largest Trade Delegation to India in Over 30 Years, Sidhu Says

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBusiness, Canada, Ontario, TrendingCanada

Ottawa/New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Canada is preparing to send its largest trade delegation to India in more than three decades, with International Trade Minister Maninder Sidhu leading a mission aimed at expanding commercial ties and creating new business opportunities between the two countries. The delegation will include approximately 300 business representatives from a range of industries, reflecting Canada’s interest in strengthening its presence in one of the world’s fastest-growing major economies. Sidhu said India’s population of more than 1.4 billion people offers Canadian companies significant potential to reach new markets and build long-term partnerships. The trade mission will focus on…

10 Oct

Elon Musk Escalates Starlink Dispute, Takes Sarcastic Swipe at Mukesh Ambani Over India Entry

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBusiness, India, Trending, World NewsElon Musk, Mukesh Ambani

NEW DELHI (RAJEEV SHARMA): SpaceX chief Elon Musk has intensified his public criticism over delays in launching Starlink’s satellite internet services in India, using a sarcastic message directed at billionaire Mukesh Ambani to question whether established business interests are influencing the approval process. In a post on his social media platform, X, Musk addressed the Reliance Industries chairman as “Prime Minister Ambani” and suggested that he held greater influence over the country’s telecom market than the government. Musk then challenged Ambani to allow Starlink to compete with existing internet providers. The remarks mark a further escalation in the dispute over…

05 Oct

Centre Notifies Elevation of Three High Court Chief Justices to Supreme Court; Total Strength Reaches 37

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New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): The Supreme Court is set to welcome three new judges after the Central Government on Monday notified the appointments of Gujarat High Court Chief Justice Sunita Agarwal, Delhi High Court Chief Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya, and Telangana High Court Chief Justice Aparesh Kumar Singh to the apex court. Union Minister of State for Law and Justice (Independent Charge) Arjun Ram Meghwal announced the notification on social media platform X. With these elevations, the working strength of the Supreme Court will rise to 37 against its sanctioned capacity of 38 judges, including the Chief Justice of India.…

05 Oct

Haryana Athletes Shine at Asian Games 2026 as Governor Commends 32-Medal Haul

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsBusiness

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh) — Haryana Governor Prof. Ashim Kumar Ghosh has extended his heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to the Indian contingent for their stellar performance at the Asian Games 2026. The national contingent delivered an impressive showing at the continental event, securing a total of 85 medals for the country across various disciplines. Expressing immense pride over the contributions from his state, the Governor highlighted the extraordinary feat of Haryana’s athletes, who brought home 32 medals. The state's tally featured an outstanding haul of 14 gold, 9 silver, and 9 bronze medals, underscoring Haryana's dominant role in India's sporting…

28 Sep

Bank unions put nationwide strike on hold after talks with IBA

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBusiness, India, TrendingBank Strike

NEW DELHI (RAJEEV SHARMA): Bank employees will report for duty as scheduled after unions decided to defer their proposed three-day nationwide strike following assurances from the Indian Banks Association (IBA) on several pending demands. The strike, which was scheduled to begin on Monday, had been called by the United Forum of Bank Unions (UFBU) and was set to coincide with the half-yearly closing of banks. A key issue raised by the unions is the demand for a five-day working week, with Saturdays being declared holidays. Following discussions with the IBA, it was agreed that a high-level committee comprising representatives of…

27 Sep

New Telecom Rules Bring More Recharge Choices for Prepaid Mobile Users

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBusiness, India, Technology, TrendingTelecom

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Prepaid mobile users in India are set to have more flexibility in selecting recharge plans following the introduction of the Telecom Consumers Protection (13th Amendment) Regulations, 2026. The new rules are aimed at expanding the choices available to customers, particularly those who mainly use their phones for voice calls and SMS rather than mobile data. One of the major changes is the availability of Voice and SMS-only recharge plans. These options are intended for users who do not require internet data and want to pay primarily for calling and messaging services. The new framework also provides…

21 Sep

Punjab Drugs Row: AAP Questions Opposition Leaders’ Support For Namol Man, Cites Cases Against Him

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsBusinessAAP Punjab, Aman Arora, Jagga Singh, Namol village, Punjab drug controversy, Punjab drugs row, Ravneet Singh Bittu

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Monday questioned why opposition leaders Ravneet Singh Bittu, Partap Bajwa and Bikram Majithia are rushing to defend a person facing nine cases since 2018, including NDPS National Drugs and Psychotropic Substances) Act, Excise and rape cases, with convictions in four cases, while the opposition remained silent on the ground reality of Namol, where two panchayats, gurdwara committees, farmers’ organisations and villagers have united against drug sales. The AAP said the previous Akali Dal, Congress and BJP governments had protected drug peddlers in exchange for money and pushed Punjab’s youth into drugs,…