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Rain and Gusty Winds to Keep Punjab Cool for Next Three Days; Orange Alert in Place

Rain and Gusty Winds to Keep Punjab Cool for Next Three Days; Orange Alert in Place

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): A spell of unsettled weather is set to continue across Punjab and Chandigarh, offering much-needed relief from the intense summer heat. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an Orange Alert for thunderstorms, rain and strong winds from June 4 to June 6, warning residents of changing weather conditions across several districts. Meteorologists have predicted wind speeds of up to 60 kmph in some areas, accompanied by lightning and intermittent showers. While temperatures have risen slightly over the past 24 hours, they remain below the normal mark for this time of year, preventing the return of heatwave…
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SPS and RCMP Request Public Assistance in Locating Two Missing Teenagers in Surrey

SPS and RCMP Request Public Assistance in Locating Two Missing Teenagers in Surrey

Surrey (Rajeev Sharma): Surrey Police Service (SPS), in partnership with the RCMP Surrey Provincial Operations Support Unit (SPOSU), is seeking public assistance in locating two missing teenage girls reported missing from Surrey. Authorities confirm that 16-year-old Kallie Manson and 15-year-old Brooklyn Avender were last seen at approximately 7:00 p.m. on June 1, 2026, in the 15900 block of 88 Avenue in Surrey. Police believe the two girls are together and have not been seen or heard from since. Kallie Manson is described as an Indigenous female, 5’0” tall and approximately 125 lbs, with brown eyes and short buzzed hair. She…
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Surrey Police Service Enters New Leadership Phase Amid Transition; Interim Chief Reaffirms Stability and Public Safety Focus

Surrey Police Service Enters New Leadership Phase Amid Transition; Interim Chief Reaffirms Stability and Public Safety Focus

Surrey (Rajeev Sharma): The Surrey Police Service (SPS) has entered a new leadership chapter following the Surrey Police Board’s announcement of a senior leadership transition, marking a significant moment in the ongoing evolution of policing in the city. As part of the transition, SPS formally recognized outgoing leadership, extending appreciation to Norm Lipinski for his five and a half years of service leading the organization, and for an extensive 47-year career in policing. The Service acknowledged his role in shaping key milestones and strengthening policing foundations during a critical period of transformation. Describing the transition as a continuation rather than…
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Calgary Police Charge Two Men in Extortion Investigation Involving South Asian Business Community

Calgary Police Charge Two Men in Extortion Investigation Involving South Asian Business Community

Calgary ( Rajeev Sharma) : Calgary Police ( CPS) have charged 30 year-old Sandeep Singh and 39-year-old Amandeep Mallhi in connection with an ongoing extortion investigation involving threats made against members of Calgary's South Asian business community. According to the Calgary Police Service, both men have been charged with extortion and possession of proceeds of crime following an investigation by the Organized Crime & Offender Management Section. The investigation began after a northeast Calgary business owner reported receiving threats demanding money and warning of violence if the demands were not met. Police launched an investigation that led to the arrests…
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Punjab Girls Shine in Defence Academies, CM Mann Congratulates Top Rank Holders

Punjab Girls Shine in Defence Academies, CM Mann Congratulates Top Rank Holders

Gurpreet Singh :- Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Wednesday congratulated Mahikpreet Kaur and Komalpreet Kaur for their outstanding achievements in two of the country’s premier defence training institutions, saying the young women had brought laurels to the state and inspired an entire generation. In a message shared on social media, Mann said Punjab’s daughters had once again made history by excelling at the national level. He lauded Mahikpreet Kaur for securing the first rank in the Air Force Academy and praised Komalpreet Kaur for securing the 18th rank in the National Defence Academy (NDA). Describing their success as a…
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India's Unsung Education Champions Get their Due: Shikshagraha Awards 2026 Opens Nominations to Honour Educators Transforming Public Schools

India's Unsung Education Champions Get their Due: Shikshagraha Awards 2026 Opens Nominations to Honour Educators Transforming Public Schools

India has over 1 million government schools, 121 million children who depend on them, and nearly 9.4 million teachers working within the system every day. Most of them work without recognition, without visibility, and often without institutional support. The Shikshagraha Awards exist to change that, and the evidence shows it is working.    Nominations for the 3rd Shikshagraha Awards, instituted by SFPI, are open until July 31, 2026 Shikshagraha, the people-led movement to improve public schools across India, has announced that nominations for the 3rd edition of the Shikshagraha Awards, instituted by The Shibulal Family Philanthropic Initiatives, are now open…
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Manipal Tata Medical College Marks a Historic Milestone with Its First Graduation Ceremony

Manipal Tata Medical College Marks a Historic Milestone with Its First Graduation Ceremony

Manipal Tata Medical College (MTMC), Jamshedpur, a constituent unit of the prestigious Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), an Institution of Eminence Deemed to be University, today celebrated its First Graduation Ceremony at the MTMC Campus in Baridih, Jamshedpur as part of the 33rd Convocation of MAHE, marking a watershed moment in the journey of the college.   Governor of Jharkhand, Shri Santosh Kumar Gangwar, awarded the Dr TMA Pai Gold Medal at the First Graduation Ceremony of MTMC, Jamshedpur   The ceremony marked a monumental milestone for the institution as the pioneer batch of 133 MBBS students graduated from…
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Indian Students From Galgotias University Win Global Recognition at Hong Kong's EDVentures 2026, Competing Against 19 Teams From 10 Countries

Indian Students From Galgotias University Win Global Recognition at Hong Kong's EDVentures 2026, Competing Against 19 Teams From 10 Countries

Students from Galgotias University earned the top spot at EDVentures 2026, a global innovation and entrepreneurship competition hosted by The Education University of Hong Kong, where young innovators from universities across the world presented solutions aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.   Competing against 19 teams from 10 countries, two student teams from Galgotias University represented India at the international platform and secured recognition for their innovation-led solutions focused on accessibility and immersive learning.   Project TACTO won the Top Prize, the AWS Championship Prize at EDVentures 2026, receiving total prize money and support worth USD 7,000  …
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Ramaiah Group and University at Albany Launch RISM, India's First Greenfield Deemed-to-be University Focused on STEM and Management

Ramaiah Group and University at Albany Launch RISM, India's First Greenfield Deemed-to-be University Focused on STEM and Management

The Ramaiah Group has partnered with the University at Albany, State University of New York, a leading public research university, to establish the Ramaiah Institute of Science and Management (RISM) - India’s first distinct greenfield deemed‑to‑be university in Bangalore. Conceived as a next‑generation STEM and management university, RISM will offer a globally benchmarked, industry‑embedded engineering curriculum that prioritizes resilience and translational research. A distinctive mix of internationally reputed faculty, on‑campus industry mentors, and a three‑year capstone experience beginning in the second year will prepare graduates to meet and exceed the technology and enterprise needs of India’s next decade.   Dr. M. R.…
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DS Group Inks Exclusive Partnership with Iconic British Brand 'Ben's Cookies' for India Entry

DS Group Inks Exclusive Partnership with Iconic British Brand 'Ben's Cookies' for India Entry

Dharampal Satyapal Group (DS Group), a leading FMCG conglomerate and multi-business corporation, has officially announced an exclusive partnership with Ben’s Cookies, the beloved British curator of artisanal, freshly baked treats and dessert QSR. Established in 1983 at Oxford’s Covered Market, Ben’s Cookies has earned a global following for its signature "chunky and gooey" texture. This partnership brings Ben’s Cookies’ traditional, quality-focused approach to the Indian market, introducing a "bakery-first" retail format that prioritizes in-store freshness and simple, honest ingredients.    DS Group Inks Exclusive Partnership with Iconic British Brand ‘Ben’s Cookies’ for India Entry   Reflecting on the brand's uncompromising…
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