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Justice Mahabir Singh Sindhu Dies at 59, Punjab and Haryana High Court Loses Serving Judge

Justice Mahabir Singh Sindhu Dies at 59, Punjab and Haryana High Court Loses Serving Judge

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The Punjab and Haryana High Court suffered a major loss on Sunday with the passing of sitting Judge Justice Mahabir Singh Sindhu, who died after battling illness. He was 59. The High Court confirmed that Justice Sindhu passed away at around 2:50 a.m. at Medanta Hospital in Gurugram, where he had been receiving medical treatment. His demise has left members of the judiciary and legal fraternity across Punjab, Haryana and Chandigarh deeply saddened. Justice Sindhu became an Additional Judge of the Punjab and Haryana High Court on July 10, 2017. His judicial work and experience later earned…
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Monsoon Nears Punjab as Morning Showers Hit Several Areas; IMD Warns of Thunderstorms This Week

Monsoon Nears Punjab as Morning Showers Hit Several Areas; IMD Warns of Thunderstorms This Week

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The approaching monsoon brought an early glimpse of changing weather across Punjab on Sunday, with light rain and gusty winds sweeping through parts of Jalandhar and Ludhiana, while the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecast more rainfall activity over the coming days. The brief spell of showers offered temporary respite from the intense heat that has gripped the state in recent weeks. Strong winds accompanied the rain in several localities, leading to a noticeable drop in temperatures during the morning hours. The Chandigarh Meteorological Centre issued a nowcast warning for thunderstorms and lightning until 10:30 a.m. in several…
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Venezuela Earthquake Death Toll Reaches 1,430 as Fresh Tremor Disrupts Ongoing Rescue Mission

Venezuela Earthquake Death Toll Reaches 1,430 as Fresh Tremor Disrupts Ongoing Rescue Mission

Venezuela (Rajeev Sharma): Rescue operations in Venezuela suffered another setback on Saturday after a fresh earthquake struck the country’s northern region, adding to the challenges faced by emergency teams working in the aftermath of this week’s devastating twin earthquakes that have claimed at least 1,430 lives. The latest tremor, measuring 4.8 in magnitude, was recorded near Aragua state at around 3 p.m. local time, according to the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre. Although there were no immediate reports of additional casualties from the latest quake, it triggered renewed panic among residents and forced rescue workers to reassess conditions at several damaged sites.…
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Bail Granted to Nihang Sikhs in Hemkund Yatra Clash; DSGMC Welcomes Move

Bail Granted to Nihang Sikhs in Hemkund Yatra Clash; DSGMC Welcomes Move

Poanta Sahib (Gurpreet Singh): Three Nihang Sikhs accused in connection with the June 16 clash during the Hemkund Sahib Yatra visited Gurdwara Paonta Sahib to offer prayers after being released on bail, as members of the Sikh community welcomed the latest development in the case. The accused—Satvinder Singh, Ajay Singh and Jaspreet Singh—reached the revered shrine in Himachal Pradesh’s Sirmaur district following their release. Their visit came after days of legal proceedings and sustained efforts by Sikh organisations seeking bail for those arrested. The violence had erupted in Uttarakhand’s Karnaprayag region after a disagreement reportedly began over the parking of…
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MEA Warns Kailash Mansarovar Pilgrims Against Travelling Without Mandatory China Documents

MEA Warns Kailash Mansarovar Pilgrims Against Travelling Without Mandatory China Documents

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has advised Indian citizens planning the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra to complete all visa and permit formalities before leaving the country, following reports that several pilgrims have become stranded in Nepal due to incomplete travel documentation. In an official advisory, the ministry said it has received numerous requests for assistance from Indian nationals who were unable to continue their pilgrimage after reaching Nepal because they did not possess the necessary Chinese entry permits and visas. Many of these travellers had reportedly joined tours organised by private operators. The MEA cautioned that…
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Kuwait Heightens Security After Air Defence Systems Intercept Missile and Drone Threats

Kuwait Heightens Security After Air Defence Systems Intercept Missile and Drone Threats

Kuwait (Rajeev Sharma): Kuwait has stepped up its security preparedness after the country’s armed forces confirmed that air defence units intercepted hostile missiles and drones targeting its airspace, amid growing instability across the Gulf region. In an official statement, the General Staff of the Kuwait Army said its air defence systems were actively responding to incoming aerial threats. The military clarified that any loud blasts heard by residents were caused by interception operations and not by impacts on the ground. Authorities appealed to the public to remain composed and comply with all instructions issued by security and emergency agencies. Residents…
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Fresh US Airstrikes Deepen Iran Crisis as Trump Accuses Tehran of Breaking Truce

Fresh US Airstrikes Deepen Iran Crisis as Trump Accuses Tehran of Breaking Truce

Washington (Rajeev Sharma): The fragile ceasefire between the United States and Iran has come under renewed strain after American forces launched another round of strikes on Iranian military assets, with President Donald Trump accusing Tehran of repeatedly violating the terms of the temporary truce. According to the US military, the latest operation targeted 10 locations connected to Iran’s defence network, including facilities used for drone operations, missile storage, coastal surveillance and air defence systems. The strikes were carried out after Washington alleged that Iranian forces attacked a commercial oil tanker travelling through the Strait of Hormuz. President Trump defended the…
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BPTP Ranks Among North India's Top 3 Developers, Kabul Chawla Says Customer Confidence Remains the Company's Greatest Strength

BPTP Ranks Among North India's Top 3 Developers, Kabul Chawla Says Customer Confidence Remains the Company's Greatest Strength

BPTP Limited has been recognized as one of North India's leading real estate developers, securing Rank 3 in the ET NOW Real Estate North Survey 2026, announced at the ET NOW Realty Conclave & Awards 2026.   BPTP ranks among North India's Top 3 Developers at the ET NOW Realty Conclave & Awards 2026   The ranking reaffirms BPTP's strong market presence, customer trust, and consistent contribution to the growth of the real estate sector across Delhi-NCR. The ET NOW Real Estate North Survey is a comprehensive industry assessment that evaluates developers through an objective research-led framework, combining factual business…
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As 'Substandard' Medicine Alerts Rise Sharply, Medkart Pharmacy Promotes Radical Transparency

As 'Substandard' Medicine Alerts Rise Sharply, Medkart Pharmacy Promotes Radical Transparency

Medicine quality has become one of the country’s most closely watched health stories - and Medkart Pharmacy says the right response is not to fear generics, but to demand proof. The generic-medicine retail chain is putting its Medkart Assured quality program at the centre of a new transparency push, including a commitment to publish what it tests, what it rejects, and how.   Only Schedule M compliant WHO GMP certified medicines at Medkart   The backdrop is hard to ignore. Data from the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) shows that 1,879 drug samples were declared Not of Standard Quality in…
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The Rise of the Virtual Co-Founder: A New Growth Model for Indian SMEs

The Rise of the Virtual Co-Founder: A New Growth Model for Indian SMEs

There was a time when running a business was simpler. A founder knew the customers, understood the product, managed the finances, supervised operations, and made most major decisions personally.   ArthaVerse Positions Virtual Co-Founders as the Next Evolution in SME Support That old model is quietly reaching its limits. Today’s entrepreneur must navigate marketing, customer acquisition, finance, technology, compliance, hiring, automation, AI, and customer retention — all while running the business. The demands on founders have multiplied, but the size of their leadership teams often has not. As India observes World MSME Day on 27th June, this shift is worth…
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