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02 Jul

Rainfall Brings Much-Needed Relief as Punjab’s Electricity Consumption Plunges

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The arrival of monsoon showers has eased the burden on Punjab’s electricity network, with power demand witnessing a steep decline after widespread rain and a sharp drop in temperatures across the state. Officials from the Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL) said electricity consumption, which had remained above 17,000 megawatts (MW) during the recent heatwave, fell to nearly 8,000 MW on Thursday morning following overnight rainfall. The reduced demand has provided immediate relief to a power system that had been operating under heavy strain for several days. For the past week, soaring temperatures and increased agricultural activity…

02 Jul

Doha Talks End Without Major Breakthrough as US and Iran Continue Diplomatic Engagement

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Doha (Rajeev Sharma): The latest round of indirect negotiations between the United States and Iran concluded in Doha, Qatar, with both sides agreeing to continue diplomatic contacts despite making no major announcements on unresolved issues. The discussions centred on implementing elements of a temporary agreement reached earlier, with particular attention given to maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz and the release of Iranian financial assets held overseas. According to officials familiar with the negotiations, the two-day meeting focused largely on technical matters rather than politically sensitive topics. Representatives from Washington and Tehran held separate consultations through Qatari and Pakistani…

02 Jul

Facing Domestic Fuel Crunch, Russia Sources Petrol from India Amid Refinery Disruptions

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Moscow (Rajeev Sharma): Russia has begun importing petrol from India as the country works to overcome fuel shortages caused by repeated attacks on its energy infrastructure, signalling an unusual shift for one of the world’s leading oil producers. According to industry sources, the first consignments of Indian gasoline have already been dispatched to Russia by sea. Initial deliveries are estimated to total around 60,000 metric tonnes, with additional shipments expected as Moscow attempts to stabilise fuel supplies across the country. The shortages have emerged after a series of Ukrainian drone strikes damaged several Russian oil refineries, affecting domestic fuel production.…

02 Jul

Ludhiana Administration Swings into Action as Monsoon Rains Begin; Mayor Conducts Late-Night Inspection of Drainage Network

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Ludhiana (Gurpreet Singh): The arrival of the southwest monsoon in Ludhiana prompted an immediate response from the civic administration, with Mayor Inderjit Kaur carrying out surprise inspections of key pumping stations shortly after heavy rain lashed the city in the early hours of Thursday. With showers beginning around 1 am, concerns over waterlogging emerged across several parts of the city. Barely an hour later, the Mayor visited multiple drainage facilities to assess their preparedness and ensure uninterrupted functioning of the city's water disposal system. The inspection commenced at the Tibba Road pumping station, where officials briefed the Mayor on the…

02 Jul

Viral Call Between Nihang Leader and Influencer Med Sandhu Fuels Fresh Social Media Controversy

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab-based content creator and makeup artist Med Sandhu has once again found himself at the centre of public attention after a recorded phone conversation with Nihang leader Manpreet Singh Khalsa surfaced online. The audio clip, now widely shared across social media platforms, has sparked debate over personal identity, cultural values and the influence of digital creators on young audiences. In the conversation, Manpreet Singh Khalsa questioned Med Sandhu over his earlier social media content and appearance, expressing concern that such videos could have an impact on youngsters. He urged the influencer to publicly state that he had…

02 Jul

Punjab Braces for Week-Long Wet Spell as Monsoon Intensifies; Heavy Rain Warning Issued for Several Districts

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The southwest monsoon has become more active over Punjab and Chandigarh, prompting the India Meteorological Department (IMD) to forecast widespread rainfall, thunderstorms and gusty winds across the region over the next six days. A yellow alert has been issued for several districts, with heavy showers expected in parts of northern and eastern Punjab. According to the Meteorological Centre in Chandigarh, rain-bearing systems are expected to remain active through the week, bringing intermittent spells of moderate to heavy rainfall along with lightning and winds reaching speeds of 40–50 kmph in vulnerable areas. The changing weather has already provided…

01 Jul

Trident Group Earns Great Place to Work Certification with 95 percent Employee Trust Scores

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Trident Group, one of the world's largest home-textile manufacturers and a global leader in terry towels and wheat-straw-based paper, has been Certified by Great Place To Work for the first time. The recognition is based entirely on what Trident's own employees say about working there — and 95% of them said Trident Group is a great place to work, significantly above the national average. Trident Group Earns Great Place to Work Certification with 95% Employee Trust Score Great Place To Work is the global authority on workplace culture, employee experience, and the leadership behaviors proven to deliver market-leading revenue, employee retention and…

01 Jul

Morepen Starts Commercial Supplies Under its Rs. 825 Crore CDMO Mandate; First Rs. 50 Crore Dispatch Already Completed in Q1FY2026-27

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Morepen Laboratories Limited (NSE: MOREPENLAB; BSE: 500288) today issued an update on its recently announced Rs. 825 crore CDMO mandate. The first commercial dispatch, valued at approximately Rs. 50 crore, has already been completed by the company under the program during Q1FY2026-27. This marks the successful transition of the mandate from validation and qualification stage to commercial execution stage. Commenting on the development, Mr. Sanjay Suri, Managing Director, Morepen Laboratories Limited, said, “This is an important milestone in Morepen’s transition toward long-duration global manufacturing partnerships. Our teams have worked closely with the customer through validation, manufacturing readiness and supply-chain planning.…

01 Jul

RAK ICC Launches New Business Centre in Ras Al Khaimah

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RAK International Corporate Centre (RAK ICC), one of the UAE's leading international corporate registries for private wealth and cross-border structuring, today announced the launch of its new Business Centre in Ras Al Khaimah - a new destination designed specifically for advisors, entrepreneurs, family offices and international families seeking a professional and lasting presence in the UAE. Sandra Marie Louw, Chief Executive Officer of RAK ICC Officially opening on 1 July 2026, the Business Centre reflects RAK ICC's broader vision of creating a more connected and relationship-driven private wealth ecosystem within the emirate. Located within RAK ICC's headquarters, the centre…

01 Jul

Firefly Diamonds Crosses 10 Stores Across India, Eyes 25 Locations by the End of 2026

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Firefly Diamonds, one of India’s fastest-growing lab-grown diamond jewellery brands, has crossed a significant milestone with the opening of its 10th store in India, reinforcing its position among the country's largest and most rapidly expanding players in the lab-grown diamond jewellery segment. Firefly Diamonds has established a presence across five major cities – Mumbai, Pune, Delhi, Bengaluru and Hyderabad – serving a growing community of over 2,000 customers celebrating life's most meaningful occasions, from engagements and weddings to anniversaries, birthdays and everyday milestones. From left to right: Adit Bhansali and Aayush Bhansali, Co-Founders of Firefly Diamonds The milestone follows…