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29 Mar

Punjab flags urgent fuel demand as 140 LMT wheat harvest approaches, seeks Centre’s immediate action: CM Bhagwant Singh Mann

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPolitics, Punjab, TrendingBhagwant Singh Mann

CHANDIGARH (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Saturday called upon the Government of India to urgently ensure enhanced and uninterrupted supply of petrol, diesel and DAP fertiliser as Punjab gears up for a 140 Lakh Metric Ton (LMT) wheat harvest, warning that any disruption in fuel availability could directly impact national food security. While reiterating that there is no shortage and no cause for panic, the Chief Minister underscored that timely action by the Centre is essential to keep harvesting operations and grain movement running smoothly, even as Punjab stands ready with 181 LMT wheat and 139…

29 Mar

‘Sehat Kranti’ in Punjab: Arvind Kejriwal and CM Bhagwant Singh Mann dedicate 109 Aam Aadmi Clinics to people

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPolitics, Punjab, TrendingBhagwant Mann, Punjab

FATEHGARH SAHIB (Gurpreet Singh): With a major push on its flagship healthcare model in Punjab, the CM Bhagwant Singh Mann-led Aam Aadmi Party (AAP)’s Punjab Government on Saturday dedicated 109 new Aam Aadmi Clinics to the people, taking the total number of such clinics in the state to 990 within four years, with 400 more set to be opened in the coming days. Positioning it as a large-scale expansion of free public healthcare, AAP National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal shared that the clinics are providing 107 medicines and 47 diagnostic tests free of cost, adding that the network has already recorded…

29 Mar

Luxury Is Moving Inward: Tier 2 Cities Lead India's Aspirational Housing Shift

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For years, the narrative of luxury housing in India has been defined by an aspirational drift toward metropolitan skylines. That axis is now reversing. Tier 2 cities are no longer only shedding their status of being merely ‘emerging’ to reveal themselves to be self-sustaining ecosystems of high aspirations where luxury is no longer merely an import, but an inherent attribute of their very fabric. Luxury living takes root in emerging cities, where modern residences, green spaces, and community-driven design reflect evolving aspirations and local prosperity The fulcrum has shifted from salary-driven wealth to enterprise-driven prosperity, with family-owned businesses…

29 Mar

North East Shiksha Samvaad in Nagaland Calls for Urgent Shift to Future-Ready Education

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A strong call to move beyond access and focus on meaningful learning outcomes defined discussions at the North East Shiksha Samvaad in Nagaland, where educators, policymakers, and civil society leaders came together to reimagine education for a rapidly changing world. Stakeholders unite at North East Shiksha Samvaad to reimagine future-ready education in Nagaland Held at Tetso College, Chumukidema, the convening, part of the larger Shikshagraha movement, brought together stakeholders from across the ecosystem under the theme “Reimagining Education in the Northeast for a Future-Ready Generation.” The focus was on bridging the gap between policy intent and classroom realities…

28 Mar

Hong Kong Launches Mega 8 Campaign to Showcase it as Asia's Events Capital Through Art, Culture and Experiences

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Hong Kong Riding on the wave of a spectacular line‑up of mega events throughout March and April, the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) rolled out the “Hong Kong Mega 8” campaign. The campaign brings together eight highlighted world‑class mega events of arts, pop culture and sports, and citywide programmes, inviting visitors from around the world to experience the vibrant arts scenes in local neighbourhoods and discover Hong Kong’s captivating allure as the “Events Capital of Asia.” (From left to right) Aniko Berman, Director of AOTM Gallery, Dr Peter Lam Kin-ngok, GBM, GBS, Chairman of Hong Kong Tourism Board and…

28 Mar

Nilkamal Homes Launches 'Safe Space Studios' for Content Creators in Bengaluru

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India’s creator economy is growing rapidly, with thousands of independent influencers, vloggers and digital storytellers producing content every day. However, many creators face a common challenge - finding professional, well-designed and visually appealing spaces where they can shoot high-quality content. Studio rentals and premium locations are often expensive and not easily accessible for emerging creators. Nilkamal Homes Nilkamal Homes identified this gap and addressed it with Safe Space Studios by Nilkamal Homes, a one-of-its-kind initiative that gives creators access to beautifully designed showroom spaces that can be used as ready-to-shoot sets, free of cost. The pioneering initiative transforms its flagship Bengaluru showroom at NTR Plaza, Outer Ring Rd,…

28 Mar

VinFast VF 6 or VF 7: Which SUV Fits Your Life Better?

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The “New Entrant Of The Year” VinFast brings two solid EV SUVs to India, each with a different focus. Here’s how to pick the one that fits your daily drive in India. So you’ve decided to go electric, and VinFast has caught your eye. The brand is new, the designs are hard to miss, and increasing sightings on Indian roads hint at growing curiosity. For now, the choice is straightforward: the compact B-SUV VF 6 or the larger, more assertive C-SUV VF 7. The “New Entrant Of The Year” VinFast brings two solid EV SUVs to India, each with…

28 Mar

Dulux Weathershield brings a 'Colourful and Powerful' Holi to Consumer Doorsteps with Blinkit

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This Holi, Dulux brought alive the core promise of its flagship exterior paint brand Dulux Weathershield - “It’s Colourful. It’s Powerful” to life through a playful campaign. Building on its earlier campaigns showcasing performance in extreme climates such as the scorching +50°C heat of Jodhpur and the freezing –30°C temperatures of Spiti Valley, the brand created a festive ‘Colourful and Powerful’ Holi activation. As part of the “Colourful & Powerful Holi” campaign, Dulux Weathershield collaborated with Blinkit to surprise consumers in select cities. During the Holi period, some Blinkit orders included a complimentary gulal packed inside adorable miniature Dulux…

28 Mar

Zopper Launches ZENOVA, India's First Agentic Bancassurance Operating Layer

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Purpose-built to help banks meet the Responsible Business Conduct regime, which will eliminate mis-selling risk by design ZENOVA is a policy-driven control layer that sits between core banking systems, insurer platforms, and all customer-facing channels Zopper's multi-insurer platform ZENOVA will help banks and BFSI players across India to configure institutions' policies and architecture without multi-year build cycles. Zopper, India's leading insurtech company, announced the launch of ZENOVA, an agentic layer designed to transform how banks distribute insurance products. ZENOVA embeds suitability, disclosure, and evidence generation directly into every insurance sale — helping reduce mis-selling risks across every channel. ZENOVA…

28 Mar

Canada Enacts Stricter Asylum Framework, Sparking Debate Over Refugee Protections

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, Ontario, TrendingCanada

Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): The government of Canada has introduced sweeping changes to its asylum system with the implementation of a new law aimed at tightening border controls and accelerating refugee claim procedures. The legislation, known as Bill C-12 or the Strengthening Canada’s Immigration System and Borders Act, officially came into force after receiving royal assent on March 26, 2026. According to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, the law introduces stricter eligibility criteria for asylum seekers, faster processing timelines, expanded data-sharing powers among government agencies, and increased authority for officials over immigration-related documents. One of the most significant provisions targets delayed…