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Dr. Sapna Nanda Becomes First UPSC-Appointed Regular Principal of Chandigarh’s Government College of Education
03 Dec

Dr. Sapna Nanda Becomes First UPSC-Appointed Regular Principal of Chandigarh’s Government College of Education

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia
National Times Bureau :- Dr. Sapna Nanda, serving as Associate Professor, has been elevated to the position of the first UPSC-appointed regular Principal of Government College of Education, Sector 20-D, Chandigarh. Her appointment came into effect on December 1, 2025, following official orders issued by the Director Higher Education, Chandigarh Administration. Dr. Nanda began her academic journey in 2002 when she was selected as an Assistant Professor through the UPSC. In 2019, she was entrusted with the additional charge of Principal at the Government College of Yoga Health & Education. Later, in 2022, she was again given additional responsibility to…
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Two Delhi University Colleges get bomb threat emails; police on site
03 Dec

Two Delhi University Colleges get bomb threat emails; police on site

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, , , , ,
National Times Bureau :- Two colleges under Delhi University were thrown into panic on Wednesday morning after they received bomb threat emails, prompting swift action from security agencies. The threats were reported at Ramjas College in North Campus and Desh Bandhu College in Kalkaji. As soon as the information surfaced, teams from the Delhi Police along with the bomb disposal squad reached both campuses and began thorough inspections. Authorities confirmed that no suspicious items have been found so far, and the searches are still underway. Officials said that further updates will be shared once the investigation progresses. This incident comes…
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Delhi MCD Bypolls: BJP Dominates with 7 Wins, AAP Claims 3, Congress Enters Fray
03 Dec

Delhi MCD Bypolls: BJP Dominates with 7 Wins, AAP Claims 3, Congress Enters Fray

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, Politics, Trending
New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has strengthened its position in Delhi’s civic politics by winning 7 out of 12 seats in the recent MCD by-elections, while the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) secured 3 seats and Congress recorded its first victory in the polls. The All India Forward Bloc also won a seat, highlighting the multi-party contest. High-stakes contest under tight security Counting for the bypolls began at 8 am at 10 counting centres across Delhi, with paramilitary forces and police personnel deployed to ensure smooth proceedings. The elections were seen as a key indicator of voter…
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SC grants humanitarian entry to pregnant woman, child sent to Bangladesh amid citizenship dispute
03 Dec

SC grants humanitarian entry to pregnant woman, child sent to Bangladesh amid citizenship dispute

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, Trending
New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): The Supreme Court on Wednesday intervened in a contentious deportation case, permitting a pregnant woman and her young son—both reportedly pushed into Bangladesh earlier this year—to re-enter India on humanitarian grounds. Top court steps in, asks Bengal to ensure medical aid A Bench led by Chief Justice Surya Kant, sitting with Justice Joymalya Bagchi, directed the West Bengal government to take custody of the eight-year-old child and ensure that the woman, Sunali Khatun, receives full medical assistance. The court specifically asked the Birbhum district Chief Medical Officer to oversee her treatment and safety. Solicitor General Tushar…
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Early trends in Delhi MCD bypolls show BJP ahead, AAP and Congress notch first wins
03 Dec

Early trends in Delhi MCD bypolls show BJP ahead, AAP and Congress notch first wins

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, Politics, Trending
New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): The counting of votes for the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) by-elections began with a strong start for the Bharatiya Janata Party, which swiftly captured two prominent wards—Shalimar Bagh B and Chandni Chowk—setting the tone for a closely watched electoral battle. Strong show by BJP in key wards In Shalimar Bagh B, a ward with significant political weight and previously represented by Mayor Rekha Gupta during her councillor tenure, the BJP secured a one-sided victory. Party nominee Anita Jain registered a lead of more than 10,000 votes, underscoring the party’s entrenched support in the constituency. The…
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Central Government Reportedly Approves Major Renaming of Key Institutions: Raj Bhavans to Lok Bhavans, PMO Becomes Seva Teerth
02 Dec

Central Government Reportedly Approves Major Renaming of Key Institutions: Raj Bhavans to Lok Bhavans, PMO Becomes Seva Teerth

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, , , ,
New Delhi, December 2, 2025 — According to a government announcement early Tuesday, several of India's important constitutional and administrative institutions are being renamed, reflecting a shift toward a more people-centric and service-oriented governance model.Under the plan, all Raj Bhavans, the official residences of state Governors, will now be called Lok Bhavans. The Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) has been renamed Seva Teerth, underscoring the government’s emphasis on service and public welfare. The Central Secretariat, long the nerve-centre of the government’s administrative apparatus, will now be known as Kartavya Bhavan, highlighting a renewed focus on duty, responsibility, and public service.According to…
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DGCA Probes Air India for Operating A320-neo Without Valid Safety Certificate
02 Dec

DGCA Probes Air India for Operating A320-neo Without Valid Safety Certificate

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, , ,
New Delhi, December 2, 2025: The Directorate General of Civil Aviation has begun a formal investigation after Air India disclosed that one of its A320-neo aircraft operated eight flights despite an expired Airworthiness Review Certificate. The airline informed the regulator on November 26 that the plane flew several commercial routes on November 24 and 25 without the mandatory safety clearance.An ARC must be renewed every year after a detailed examination of maintenance records and physical inspections. Operating an aircraft without this approval is considered a serious violation of aviation safety rules. The DGCA has grounded the aircraft and taken the…
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Sanchar Saathi Row Deepens as Government Defends Move, Critics Warn of Privacy Intrusion
02 Dec

Sanchar Saathi Row Deepens as Government Defends Move, Critics Warn of Privacy Intrusion

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, Technology, Trending
New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): The dispute surrounding the Centre’s decision to have the Sanchar Saathi application pre-loaded on new smartphones sold in India showed no signs of easing, even after Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia attempted to reassure users that they will not be compelled to keep or use the app. Addressing the media, Scindia maintained that the directive issued to device manufacturers had been misunderstood. He stressed that the app poses no threat to personal data and can be removed by users if they prefer not to engage with it.“Just like other pre-bundled apps, you may retain it or delete…
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IMD Predicts Colder-Than-Usual Winter for Large Parts of India
01 Dec

IMD Predicts Colder-Than-Usual Winter for Large Parts of India

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, , , ,
New Delhi, December 1, 2025: Large parts of central, northwest and northeast India are likely to face a colder-than-normal winter, with higher cold wave days expected between December and February, according to a new forecast by the India Meteorological Department (IMD). Officials said the polar vortex will drive temperatures further down, increasing the intensity of cold conditions across these regions.Spatial maps released by the IMD show parts of Haryana, Rajasthan, Delhi and Gujarat heading for below-normal temperatures. The department said these regions could witness one to four or more cold wave days above the usual average. Typically, northwest India records…
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Centre Reports 90% Drop in Farm Fires in Punjab and Haryana Since 2022
01 Dec

Centre Reports 90% Drop in Farm Fires in Punjab and Haryana Since 2022

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, , , , ,
New Delhi, December 1, 2025: The Centre on Monday informed Parliament that Punjab and Haryana together recorded nearly 90 per cent fewer stubble-burning incidents during the 2025 paddy harvesting season compared to 2022. Responding to a question from Congress MP Charanjit Singh Channi, Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav said that while farm fires remain an “episodic event,” they intensify winter air pollution in the region.Yadav added that Delhi registered its lowest January–November average air quality index since 2018, excluding the nationwide Covid lockdown in 2020. Channi had raised concerns about Delhi’s AQI crossing 450 this year despite a reported 20 per…
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