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Ayodhya Donation Probe: Nripendra Mishra Calls for Faith in SIT, Says Fast-Track Inquiry Reflects Government’s Commitment

Ayodhya Donation Probe: Nripendra Mishra Calls for Faith in SIT, Says Fast-Track Inquiry Reflects Government’s Commitment

Ayodhya (Rajeev Sharma): Ram Mandir Construction Committee Chairman Nripendra Mishra has expressed confidence in the Uttar Pradesh government's decision to set up a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to examine the alleged Ram Temple donation controversy, describing the move as a timely and responsible step. Reacting to the formation of the three-member panel, Mishra said the government's swift response demonstrates its seriousness in addressing public concerns. He pointed out that the inquiry team comprises senior officers and has been given a clearly defined timeline to complete its task. "The fact that the SIT was constituted within 24 hours deserves appreciation. A…
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Speeding Car Crashes Into Truck on Jammu-Srinagar Highway, Fatal Mishap Leaves Three Dead

Speeding Car Crashes Into Truck on Jammu-Srinagar Highway, Fatal Mishap Leaves Three Dead

Jammu (Rajeev Sharma): A tragic road accident on the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway claimed the lives of three men from Haryana and left two others injured after their vehicle collided with a truck in the Nagrota area during the early hours of Sunday. Police officials said the mishap occurred around 2:15 a.m. near the Jagti-Karli stretch when the car reportedly rammed into a truck with tremendous force. The impact severely damaged the vehicle, trapping the occupants inside. Emergency responders and local police rushed to the scene and launched rescue operations. Two passengers were declared dead at the spot, while another victim,…
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Washington Signals Diplomatic Breakthrough as Trump Announces Expected Iran Agreement

Washington Signals Diplomatic Breakthrough as Trump Announces Expected Iran Agreement

Washington (Rajeev Sharma): US President Donald Trump has indicated that a long-awaited agreement between the United States and Iran could be formalised on Sunday, raising hopes of easing regional tensions and restoring normalcy to one of the world's most strategically important maritime corridors. In a message posted on Truth Social, Trump stated that the proposed accord was expected to be signed within hours and claimed that the Strait of Hormuz would become fully accessible immediately after the agreement takes effect. The announcement comes amid growing indications that negotiations between the two sides have entered their concluding phase. Reports emerging from…
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ED Intensifies Probe Into Alleged Financial Diversion; Former RAAG Executive Sent to Custodial Interrogation

ED Intensifies Probe Into Alleged Financial Diversion; Former RAAG Executive Sent to Custodial Interrogation

New Delhi: (Rajeev Sharma): The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has stepped up its investigation into an alleged money laundering network after securing six days of custodial interrogation of Sateesh Seth, the former Group Managing Director of the Reliance Anil Ambani Group (RAAG), from a Delhi court. The Dwarka Court allowed the agency's plea, observing that sustained questioning was necessary to trace the alleged proceeds of crime, identify those who benefited from the transactions and reconstruct the complete financial trail. The case revolves around accusations that funds were illegally routed overseas through hawala channels by generating fabricated invoices linked to allegedly inflated…
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Vaishno Devi Trip Ends in Fatal Road Mishap in Ludhiana; Teen Loses Life, Three Friends Hospitalised

Vaishno Devi Trip Ends in Fatal Road Mishap in Ludhiana; Teen Loses Life, Three Friends Hospitalised

Ludhiana (Gurpreet Singh): A joyful pilgrimage turned into a heartbreaking tragedy when a group of friends returning from Shri Mata Vaishno Devi met with a serious road accident near Salem Tabri in Ludhiana early Sunday morning, leaving one teenager dead and three others injured. The mishap took place around 6:15 am outside the Salem Tabri police station after a Toyota car reportedly collided with an e-rickshaw carrying the youngsters from the railway station towards Jassian. The victim, identified as 17-year-old Navjot Singh, was the only son of a local transporter and was known to work part-time alongside his studies. Despite…
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Hospitals Witness Rise in Summer-Related Illnesses as Punjab Battles Intense Heat; Doctors Call for Extra Vigilance

Hospitals Witness Rise in Summer-Related Illnesses as Punjab Battles Intense Heat; Doctors Call for Extra Vigilance

Bathinda (Gurpreet Singh): With temperatures soaring across Punjab, health experts have sounded an alert over the growing number of heat-related illnesses, urging residents to adopt preventive measures as hospitals report an increase in patients suffering from dehydration and stomach infections. Senior Medical Officer of Government Hospital Bathinda, Dr. Arun Bansal, said the recent spell of extreme heat has begun affecting public health, particularly among children and elderly citizens. He stressed that vulnerable groups should avoid stepping outdoors during peak daytime hours unless absolutely necessary. According to Dr. Bansal, the state recently witnessed temperatures touching nearly 47 degrees Celsius, creating conditions…
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Rain Brings Relief Across Punjab, But Humid Conditions Set to Return as Mercury Climbs

Rain Brings Relief Across Punjab, But Humid Conditions Set to Return as Mercury Climbs

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The spell of showers that brought welcome relief from the scorching heat across Punjab and Chandigarh is expected to give way to rising humidity over the coming days, with weather experts forecasting a gradual increase in temperatures after a brief cooling phase. According to the Meteorological Department, isolated light to moderate rainfall may continue in a few districts on Saturday, particularly Ferozepur, Fazilka, Faridkot, Sri Muktsar Sahib, Moga, Bathinda, Barnala and Mansa. However, the overall intensity of rainfall is likely to decline as the current weather system weakens. The recent rains have significantly lowered daytime temperatures across…
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Indian Sailor Dies While Ship is Docked at Oman’s Duqm Port; Embassy Oversees Repatriation Process

Indian Sailor Dies While Ship is Docked at Oman’s Duqm Port; Embassy Oversees Repatriation Process

Muscat (Rajeev Sharma): An Indian crew member serving aboard the merchant vessel MT Celestial has died after suffering health-related complications while the ship was anchored at Duqm Port in Oman, officials confirmed on Saturday. The deceased, identified as Nishanth Uirthanathan, reportedly fell ill onboard and could not survive despite medical attention. His mortal remains remain on the vessel as authorities complete the required legal and administrative procedures. The Indian Embassy in Muscat said it has been actively coordinating with the shipping company and local officials to facilitate the swift return of the body to India. In an official statement, the…
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PMI Industry Roundtable Highlights Construction Talent Gap in South Asia to Nearly Double by 2035

PMI Industry Roundtable Highlights Construction Talent Gap in South Asia to Nearly Double by 2035

Project Management Institute (PMI), the leading authority in project management, convened a high-level construction and infrastructure roundtable bringing together more than 25 senior executives from leading organisations. The roundtable brought together leaders from across infrastructure, construction, energy, renewables, transportation, technology, manufacturing, and advisory sectors, representing both public and private enterprises. Held under the theme ‘Closing the delivery capability gap in Indian infrastructure: From national ambition to predictable on-ground execution’, the roundtable explored how India’s infrastructure ecosystem can strengthen execution capability, build future-ready project talent, and improve delivery outcomes as project complexity and investment scale continue to rise.   PMI leaders…
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Crompton Enters House Wires

Crompton Enters House Wires

Crompton Greaves Consumer Electricals Ltd., one of India’s most trusted consumer electrical brands with leadership in fans, pumps, lighting, and appliances announced the launch of Crompton Armor Wires, marking its entry into the house wires category. At launch events held across Tamil Nadu, Telangana & Karnataka, the company’s leadership unveiled the new range of Crompton Armor House Wires, designed to serve as the core electrical backbone of Indian households. This expansion is a natural adjacency to Crompton’s existing portfolio, building on a trusted 85-year legacy of engineering excellence.   Crompton launches Armor Wires, marking its foray into the house wires…
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