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Punjab & Haryana HC Slams Man for Challenging Rs 5,000 Maintenance to Elderly Mother
27 Feb

Punjab & Haryana HC Slams Man for Challenging Rs 5,000 Maintenance to Elderly Mother

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, ,
Chandigarh, February 27, 2025 – The Punjab and Haryana High Court has strongly criticized a man from Sangrur, Punjab, for challenging a family court’s order directing him to pay ₹5,000 per month as maintenance to his 77-year-old widowed mother. The court labeled it a "classic case of ‘Kalyug' in action" and imposed a ₹50,000 fine on the petitioner. Court Denounces Son’s Attempt to Evade Responsibility The case involved Sikander Singh, who moved the HC against a ruling that required him and his late brother’s widow, Amarjit Kaur, to each pay ₹5,000 to their mother, Surjit Kaur. Justice Jasgurpreet Singh Puri…
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NHAI Terminates Ceigall India Limited’s Amritsar Connectivity Project Contract
27 Feb

NHAI Terminates Ceigall India Limited’s Amritsar Connectivity Project Contract

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, Punjab,
Amritsar (National Times) – Ceigall India Limited has announced the termination of its contract with the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) for the construction of a four-lane Greenfield Amritsar connectivity project. The project, executed in partnership with Ms Krishna Constructions, was intended to link Amritsar with the Delhi-Amritsar-Katra Expressway. The termination was officially communicated by NHAI through letter No. NHAI/PIU/ASK/DAK/PKg-1/File-207962, dated February 25, 2025. The contract was ended under Clause 3.4 of the agreement, primarily due to insufficient land acquisition along the designated project stretch. Despite Ceigall India Limited’s request to revoke the termination, NHAI upheld its decision. However,…
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Elon Musk’s Grok AI Sparks Debate by Favoring Sikhism in Hypothetical Religious Supremacy Question
27 Feb

Elon Musk’s Grok AI Sparks Debate by Favoring Sikhism in Hypothetical Religious Supremacy Question

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, ,
Chandigarh (National Times): A recent interaction on social media platform X has stirred discussions about religion, governance, and AI decision-making. When user @x/gurkarn_gill posed a thought-provoking question to Elon Musk's AI system, Grok—asking which religious supremacy should rule over Earth—the AI's response favoring Sikhism ignited widespread debate. Grok's reasoning emphasized Sikhism's core values of equality and selfless service, citing the teachings of the Guru Granth Sahib and the tradition of langar, where free meals are offered to all regardless of background. The AI noted, “It’s less about domination and more about coexistence,” advocating for governance based on unity and justice…
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Punjab Government Makes Punjabi Compulsory in All Schools Across the State
27 Feb

Punjab Government Makes Punjabi Compulsory in All Schools Across the State

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, ,
Chandigarh (National Times): In a major decision to promote Punjabi language and culture, the Punjab government has made it mandatory for all schools in the state—regardless of their affiliation—to teach Punjabi as a main subject. Punjabi Now a Compulsory Subject in All Boards As per the new directive, all schools affiliated with the Punjab School Education Board (PSEB), Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), and Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) must ensure Punjabi is part of the curriculum as a primary subject. Announcing the decision, Punjab Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains stated that the AAP-led state government…
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YFC Rurka Kalan and GA Foundation Partner to Launch Multi-Sports Facility, Expanding Opportunities for Football Players
26 Feb

YFC Rurka Kalan and GA Foundation Partner to Launch Multi-Sports Facility, Expanding Opportunities for Football Players

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, ,
Chandigarh, February 26: In a major boost to grassroots football development, YFC Rurka Kalan and Generation Amazing Foundation have joined hands to establish a state-of-the-art multi-sports facility. This initiative aims to nurture young talent and provide aspiring footballers with top-tier training and world-class infrastructure. The agreement for the Generation Amazing Community Club (GACC) multi-sports facility was signed in Chandigarh today, marking a significant step in advancing sports culture in Punjab. The signing ceremony saw the presence of Member of Parliament Malwinder Singh Kang, with GA Foundation’s Executive Director Jassim Al Ali and Youth Football Club (YFC) Rurka Kalan’s President Gurmangal…
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CBSE Confirms Punjabi and Other Languages in 2025-26 Board Exams After Past Controversy
26 Feb

CBSE Confirms Punjabi and Other Languages in 2025-26 Board Exams After Past Controversy

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsPunjab, ,
New Delhi, February 26, 2025 – The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has officially reaffirmed that Punjabi, along with several other languages, will continue to be offered in the 2025-26 academic session. This clarification follows concerns over previous controversies regarding Punjabi’s exclusion from CBSE's syllabus.The issue first gained attention when reports suggested that Punjabi was not included in CBSE's subject list, sparking backlash from educators, political leaders, and the Punjab government. Many saw this as an attempt to sideline the language, leading to widespread protests and demands for its reinstatement. CBSE later clarified that Punjabi had not been removed…
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CBSE Faces Backlash for Excluding Punjabi from Board Exam Policy
26 Feb

CBSE Faces Backlash for Excluding Punjabi from Board Exam Policy

nishuthapar10 CommentsPunjab
Chandigarh (National Times): The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has sparked controversy after its new draft policy for Class 10 and 12 board exams failed to include Punjabi (code 004) as a second language, while all other languages were listed. The draft, released yesterday, is currently open for feedback from schools, teachers, parents, and students before being finalized. The omission has triggered strong opposition, particularly in Punjab, where Punjabi is the official language. Education Minister Harjot Bains has strongly objected to the move, demanding that CBSE and the Union Minister for Education reverse the decision immediately. "We strongly oppose…
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Chandigarh University Launches ‘Udaan’ to Support Repatriated Indian Youth
25 Feb

Chandigarh University Launches ‘Udaan’ to Support Repatriated Indian Youth

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsPunjab, , ,
Chandigarh, February 25, 2025 – Chandigarh University has become the first Indian institution to take a significant step in supporting Indian youth repatriated from the United States. The university’s Chancellor and Rajya Sabha MP, Satnam Singh Sandhu, announced the launch of ‘Udaan’, a rehabilitation program aimed at helping these individuals rebuild their lives. The initiative will provide free counselling, career mapping, higher education opportunities, skill development, and employment assistance to those affected.To make the process easier, the university has launched a dedicated helpline (+91 98759 70027) and a website (www.cuchd.in/udaan-2025/), allowing repatriated youth to register and seek support. Sandhu emphasized…
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AAP Minister Aman Arora Slams Congress Over Corruption Allegations in Punjab Assembly
25 Feb

AAP Minister Aman Arora Slams Congress Over Corruption Allegations in Punjab Assembly

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , ,
Chandigarh, February 25, 2025 – Punjab Cabinet Minister and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) state president Aman Arora took a sharp dig at the Congress, accusing it of hypocrisy over corruption allegations. He urged Leader of Opposition (LoP) Partap Singh Bajwa to clean his party’s own record before making accusations against others.Arora’s remarks came in response to a news report from a leading English daily, which revealed a letter by a retired Enforcement Directorate officer to the Union Finance Minister. The letter claimed that an investigation into the 2020 Tarn Taran illicit liquor tragedy, which killed 130 people, was abruptly halted…
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SKM Demands MSP Guarantee Law at C2+50%, Rejects Govt’s Agricultural Policy as ‘Corporate Conspiracy’<br>
25 Feb

SKM Demands MSP Guarantee Law at C2+50%, Rejects Govt’s Agricultural Policy as ‘Corporate Conspiracy’

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , ,
New Delhi, 25th February, 2025: Samyukt Kisan Morcha (SKM) today strongly condemned the treacherous trickery being played by the Union Govt. to avoid enacting the law for guaranteeing MSP of all crops at the Swaminathan Commission mandated C2+50% formula and ensuring procurement and MSP realisation. SKM stressed that at the behest of corporate lobby and anti-national forces who want to take-over agriculture and profiteer at the cost of food security of India, Modi Govt. has been deceiving Farmers of India about MSP Guarantee Law for 11 years. It is time to call this bluff through resounding nationwide protests so that…
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