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22 Jul

“Education Should Be The Next Trend”: Salman Khan Breaks Silence on NEET Student Protests

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New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): Bollywood superstar Salman Khan has issued a statement on X regarding the nationwide NEET paper leak protests following violent clashes at New Delhi's Jantar Mantar. Reacting to the recent police crackdown on demonstrating medical aspirants, the actor expressed deep sorrow over the escalation of violence while extending support to the youth demanding institutional examination reforms. Salman's intervention adds celebrity weight to the movement, urging authorities to address the students' concerns directly while warning political parties against hijacking the cause. https://twitter.com/BeingSalmanKhan/status/2079980444469395837 Addressing the aftermath of what began as a peaceful demonstration organized alongside student groups, including the…

22 Jul

Rahul Gandhi’s Surprise PM Residence Protest Sparks Debate Over Congress Strategy Amid Student Unrest

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s unexpected demonstration outside Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s residence has added a fresh political dimension to the ongoing nationwide protests over the alleged NEET paper leak. The move has also fuelled speculation over whether the Congress is attempting to emerge as the principal political face of the student agitation, which has largely been driven by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP). On July 21, Rahul Gandhi, Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra and several senior party leaders marched towards the Prime Minister’s residence and staged a sit-in demanding accountability over the police action…

22 Jul

Monsoon Continues to Lash Himachal; Schools Closed in Parts of Kullu as Heavy Rain Triggers Landslides

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Shimla (Rajeev Sharma): Heavy monsoon showers continued to impact several parts of Himachal Pradesh on Tuesday, disrupting normal life and prompting the administration to shut schools in vulnerable areas of Kullu district. Continuous rainfall since late Monday night has triggered landslides at multiple locations, affecting road connectivity and raising safety concerns. As a precaution, the Kullu district administration announced the closure of all educational institutions in the Ani, Banjar and Nirmand subdivisions for July 22. Officials said the decision was taken after heavy rainfall increased the possibility of landslides and road blockages in these hilly regions. The India Meteorological Department…

21 Jul

Uttar Pradesh Sikh Gurdwara Coordination Committee Delegation Meets Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath

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Lucknow (Gurpreet Singh): Sardar Parvinder Singh, President of the Uttar Pradesh Sikh Gurdwara Coordination Committee, paid a courtesy visit to Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath in Lucknow. The meeting focused on key social, religious, and public interest matters concerning the Sikh community across the state. During the interaction, Sardar Parvinder Singh presented several community suggestions and expectations to the Chief Minister, seeking administrative guidance on ongoing welfare and community initiatives. Expressing his commitment to the welfare and social harmony of the Sikh community, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath assured the delegation of sustained dialogue and administrative support for community development.…

21 Jul

Punjab Government to Issue Ten Lakh New Ration Cards in Transparent Drive

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): In a major push to strengthen food security and ensure welfare reaches every deserving household without corruption or favouritism, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Tuesday announced that the state government will issue 10 lakh new ration cards under a transparent, technology-driven system based on the principle of ‘No Cash, No Farmaish’. Applications for new ration cards and inclusion of new family members will begin from July 22, with priority being given to vulnerable sections of society. Of the total beneficiaries, 7 lakh ration cards will be issued to newly eligible families, while 3 lakh e-Shram…

21 Jul

AAP Leader Baltej Pannu Criticizes Centre Over Response to Student and Farmer Protests

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Punjab's Media In-Charge Baltej Pannu launched a scathing attack on the BJP-led Central Government, saying that it has completely abandoned the nation's youth and farmers while resorting to repression instead of dialogue. He said it is deeply unfortunate that today both the country's jawan (youth) and kisan (farmers) are on the streets, but the Modi government has chosen to ignore their genuine concerns. During a press conference, AAP Punjab State Media In-charge Baltej Pannu said that for several weeks students have been peacefully protesting at Jantar Mantar, demanding the resignation of the Union…

21 Jul

Punjab’s Business Class Programme Helps Students Launch Over 20,000 Ventures in First Year

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab’s ‘Sikhya Kranti’ (education revolution) under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann has delivered encouraging results through the Business Class programme introduced in Higher and Technical Education institutions across the state. Introduced as a mandatory subject for students pursuing B.Com., BBA, B.Tech. and B.Voc. courses, and students studying in ITIs and Polytechnics the programme covered nearly 95,000 students across Punjab during its first year. As part of the programme, 25,693 students started their own businesses, while 20,241 of these ventures have already generated nearly ₹90 crore in revenue. On this achievement, Punjab Higher and Technical…

21 Jul

“Our Treaty Rights Are Not Up for Referendum”: First Nations Draw a Red Line as Alberta Separation Debate Intensifies

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta’s independence debate has entered a new and more contentious phase, with First Nations across the province issuing a strong warning that any move toward provincial separation cannot override or alter constitutionally protected Treaty and Indigenous rights. Indigenous leaders have made it clear that they have not consented to any proposal that could affect their treaties, emphasizing that no referendum or provincial legislation can change their nation-to-nation agreements with the Crown. The warning comes as Alberta prepares for a non-binding referendum on the province’s future relationship with Canada. While Premier Danielle Smith has repeatedly stated that she…

21 Jul

Heavy Security, Detentions Mark Farmers’ Attempt to Reach Delhi for Protest Against India–US Trade Pact

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): A fresh round of protests by farmer organisations witnessed heightened security and police action on Tuesday as authorities blocked key routes leading to Delhi. The Shambhu border, connecting Punjab and Haryana, remained heavily barricaded while several farmers travelling from different parts of Haryana were taken into preventive custody before they could join the planned gathering in the national capital. The protesters had announced a march to Delhi to participate in a 'Mahapanchayat' at Kisan Ghat, where they intended to voice their opposition to the proposed India–US trade agreement. Anticipating large gatherings, the Haryana administration strengthened security at…

21 Jul

Heavy Monsoon Spell Puts Himachal on High Alert; Educational Institutions Shut in Vulnerable Areas

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Shimla (Rajeev Sharma): Relentless monsoon showers have intensified across Himachal Pradesh, prompting authorities to issue fresh weather warnings and enforce precautionary measures in several districts. As heavy rainfall continues to batter the hill state, schools in parts of Chamba district and Theog subdivision of Shimla have been ordered to remain closed to ensure the safety of students and staff. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has sounded a Red Alert for Chamba, Kangra, Kullu, Mandi and Sirmaur, warning of extremely heavy rainfall at isolated places. Officials have cautioned that the prevailing weather conditions could trigger landslides, flash floods, falling boulders and…