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23 Oct

IPS Officer Nanak Singh Appointed as New DIG of Ropar Range

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National Times Bureau :- The Punjab government has appointed 2011-batch IPS officer Nanak Singh as the new Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of the Ropar range. In a concurrent development, Sandeep Goel, AIG of AIGTF Ludhiana, has been posted as DIG of the Border Range, Amritsar. The posting follows the suspension of former Ropar range DIG, Harcharan Singh Bhullar, on October 16, after his arrest by the CBI. This move is part of the state’s ongoing effort to strengthen senior police leadership across key ranges.

23 Oct

PM Modi to Join 47th ASEAN Summit Virtually; Holds Talks with Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim

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New Delhi / Kuala Lumpur (Rajeev Sharma): Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the forthcoming 47th ASEAN Summit virtually, Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim confirmed on Thursday. The high-profile gathering is scheduled to take place in Kuala Lumpur later this month. In a statement shared on social media platform X, Anwar Ibrahim revealed that he had a conversation with a senior official from Prime Minister Modi’s office to discuss ways to elevate Malaysia–India relations. The talks reportedly focused on enhancing cooperation in trade, technology, education, and regional security. “Last night, I received a phone call from a colleague of Prime…

22 Oct

Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami Prays at Official Cowshed, Announces Major Cow Welfare Initiatives on Govardhan Puja

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Dehradun, October 22, 2025: On the occasion of Govardhan Puja, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami offered prayers to Gau Mata at the cowshed within his official residence, extending wishes of prosperity, harmony, and well-being to the people of the state. He highlighted the festival’s deep cultural, spiritual, and ecological significance.The Chief Minister emphasized that in Sanatan Dharma, the cow is both sacred and central to the agrarian economy. “Gau Mata represents both faith and livelihood. Serving and protecting cows strengthens our culture and supports lakhs of families dependent on cattle rearing,” he said.As part of his pro-cattle welfare initiatives,…

22 Oct

Ladakh Leaders Hold First Post-Clashes Talks with Centre, Demand Release of Arrested Activists

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New Delhi, October 22, 2025: In the first sign of dialogue after the violent pro-statehood protests in Ladakh, representatives of Leh and Kargil met Home Ministry officials on Wednesday for sub-committee level discussions. The meeting comes after four people were killed and several injured in police firing during the September 24 protests.The Leh Apex Body (LAB) and Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) urged the Centre to immediately release all arrested leaders, including climate activist Sonam Wangchuck, a prominent face of the agitation. They also demanded adequate compensation for the families of those killed in the police action.Talks between Ladakh representatives and…

22 Oct

Neeraj Chopra Honoured with Honorary Lieutenant Colonel Rank in Indian Army

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New Delhi, October 22, 2025 — Olympic gold medalist and star javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra was conferred with the honorary rank of Lieutenant Colonel in the Indian Army during a special pipping ceremony held in New Delhi on Wednesday. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi were present at the event, where the gleaming insignia of his new rank was formally pinned on him.The honorary title recognizes Chopra’s extraordinary achievements in athletics and his role in inspiring millions of young Indians. According to the Gazette of India, the appointment is effective from April 16, 2025.Neeraj Chopra joined…

22 Oct

Bus Returning from Nainital Overturns in Pilibhit; One Young Woman Killed, Over 20 Injured

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National Times Bureau :- A tragic road accident occurred early Wednesday when a bus carrying pilgrims returning from Nainital lost control and overturned. The mishap claimed the life of an 18-year-old woman and left more than 20 passengers injured. The incident took place around 3:20 a.m. near the stretch between Nisara and Sardar Nagar villages on the Bareilly-Haridwar Highway, falling under the jurisdiction of Jahannabad police station. The bus, reportedly carrying around 60 passengers, skidded off the road and fell into a roadside ditch. Eyewitnesses reported hearing screams and cries from inside the bus, which drew nearby villagers and passersby…

22 Oct

UK-Based Hindi-Urdu Scholar Francesca Orsini Denied Entry Into India Despite Valid Visa

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National Times Bureau :- Francesca Orsini, a renowned historian and professor emerita at the School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS), University of London, was reportedly denied entry into India on Monday evening despite holding a valid tourist visa. The development has drawn concern among academic and literary circles. According to her colleagues and publisher, Orsini arrived at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport from China via Hong Kong but was stopped by immigration authorities and not allowed to enter the country. Her phone remained switched off, but she reportedly confirmed to a digital news outlet from the airport that she…

22 Oct

Driver Kills Employer’s 5-Year-Old Son Over Alleged Humiliation

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National Times Bureau :- In a shocking case of revenge, a five-year-old boy was kidnapped and brutally murdered by a driver employed in his father’s transport business in Delhi’s Narela area on Tuesday. The accused, identified as Nitu, allegedly killed the child using bricks and a knife after being reprimanded by his employer a day earlier, the police said. According to officials, the child’s body was recovered from Nitu’s rented accommodation. The accused is currently absconding, and several police teams have been deployed to trace him. Deputy Commissioner of Police (Outer North) Hareshwar Swami said a call reporting the child’s…

22 Oct

Thick Haze Lingers Over Delhi as Air Quality Remains ‘Very Poor’

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): A blanket of haze hovered over the capital on Wednesday morning as Delhi continued to grapple with worsening air pollution, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) clocking in at 335—firmly placing it in the ‘very poor’ category. According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), the AQI reading was recorded at 9 a.m., reflecting elevated levels of fine particulate matter in the air, which pose a significant threat to respiratory health. The grim air quality persists despite a forecast of clear skies through the day. Morning conditions saw heavy humidity, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD)…

22 Oct

Minor Incident at Kerala Helipad After President Murmu’s Arrival, No Injuries Reported

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Kerala (Rajeev Sharma): A slight depression appeared on the helipad surface at Pramadam Stadium in Pathanamthitta shortly after President Droupadi Murmu’s helicopter landed, prompting a quick response from emergency personnel stationed nearby. The President had just arrived in the region as part of her official visit when the incident occurred. According to reports from the ground, one section of the tarmac appeared to sink marginally beneath the helicopter, causing a momentary imbalance. https://twitter.com/ANI/status/1980848627162730593 Security and emergency teams, including local police and fire services, acted swiftly to stabilize the aircraft. They manually guided the chopper away from the uneven section, ensuring…