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Ambattur's Transformation Story: The Leadership of K. N. Sekar Driving Change

Ambattur's Transformation Story: The Leadership of K. N. Sekar Driving Change

Urban development in India is often framed through large-scale initiatives such as smart cities, infrastructure corridors, and multi-crore investments. However, for everyday citizens, the real measure of progress lies in tangible improvements, better roads, cleaner surroundings, accessible healthcare, and reliable public services. In this context, Ambattur is emerging as a compelling example of how consistent, localized, and people-focused governance can transform an urban ecosystem.   KN Sekar | Ambattur | For Ambattur | A Leader With Purpose   Over the past few years, Ambattur has witnessed a series of coordinated developments spanning infrastructure, environmental sustainability, social welfare, and long-term planning.…
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Punjab to amend anti-sacrilege law with strictest punishments in special Vidhan Sabha session on April 13

Punjab to amend anti-sacrilege law with strictest punishments in special Vidhan Sabha session on April 13

AMRITSAR (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Saturday announced that the Punjab government will convene a special session of the Vidhan Sabha on April 13 to amend the Jagt Jyot Sri Guru Granth Sahib Satkar Act, 2008 and bring in a stricter law against ‘beadbi’ (sacrilege). The proposed legislation will include stringent punishment, heavy fines, property confiscation and cover offences committed through digital content, with the draft being prepared in consultation with the Sant Samaj and legal experts. Asserting a zero-tolerance stance, the government said no one guilty of ‘beadbi’ will be spared. During a meeting with…
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Suicide of PWC Officer Sparks FIR Against Former Minister, Deepens Punjab Political Row

Suicide of PWC Officer Sparks FIR Against Former Minister, Deepens Punjab Political Row

Amritsar (Gurpreet Singh): The alleged suicide of a senior Punjab Warehousing Corporation official has taken a dramatic turn, with police initiating criminal proceedings against former Punjab minister Laljit Singh Bhullar and two others. The case has rapidly escalated into a high-profile political issue, triggering outrage and calls for accountability. The deceased officer, Gagandeep Singh Randhawa, was posted as a district manager and reportedly died after consuming a toxic substance at his Amritsar residence. Acting on a formal complaint submitted by his wife, authorities have named Bhullar, his father Sukhdev Singh Bhullar, and his aide Dilbagh Singh in the FIR. Police…
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Three Punjab Police Personnel Line-Held Over Alleged Misconduct with Woman in Jalandhar, Women’s Commission Seeks Report

Three Punjab Police Personnel Line-Held Over Alleged Misconduct with Woman in Jalandhar, Women’s Commission Seeks Report

Gurpreet Singh :- Three Punjab Police personnel have been placed under line duty following allegations of misconduct with a woman in Jalandhar, after a video of the incident surfaced on social media, triggering public outrage. The action was taken after visuals purportedly showed the woman being mishandled during a police intervention. According to initial information, the police team had reached the spot in connection with a domestic dispute complaint. However, the situation reportedly escalated, leading to a confrontation between the woman and the officers. Allegations suggest that the personnel used excessive force, further intensifying the matter. The viral video played…
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Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann requests Tata Group to start flights for Punjabis living in Western countries

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann requests Tata Group to start flights for Punjabis living in Western countries

LUDHIANA (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab’s industrial revival story under the AAP-led government received a major push as Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann inaugurated Tata Steel’s second-largest plant in India in Ludhiana, positioning it as proof of a decisive policy shift from the past. With thousands of jobs promised and green energy-driven steel production launched for the first time in the country, the CM drew a sharp contrast with previous governments, asserting that industries that once left Punjab due to flawed policies are now returning under a pro-industry regime. The plant, set up in Ludhiana at a cost of ₹3200 crore, marks…
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‘Punjab fed nation but paid with its soil & water, time to protect farmers’ future’

‘Punjab fed nation but paid with its soil & water, time to protect farmers’ future’

Ludhiana (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Friday positioned Artificial Intelligence (AI) as the next big turning point for Punjab’s agriculture, arguing that traditional farming has hit its limits and can no longer sustain farmers’ incomes. Making a strong case for technological intervention, he said the move is aimed at reversing declining profitability, reducing pressure on natural resources, and securing the future of farmers. At the same time, he sharpened his political attack on the opposition, calling them out for pushing Punjab into crisis through years of neglect, and asserted that his government is now rebuilding the…
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Laljit Singh Bhullar Quits Punjab Cabinet as Government Orders Inquiry into Amritsar Death Case

Laljit Singh Bhullar Quits Punjab Cabinet as Government Orders Inquiry into Amritsar Death Case

Amritsar (Gurpreet Singh): In a significant political development, Laljit Singh Bhullar stepped down from his ministerial post on Saturday after directions from Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, following the reported suicide of a senior official in Amritsar. Bhullar, an MLA from the Patti constituency, submitted his resignation amid rising scrutiny over the circumstances linked to the death of a district manager associated with the state’s Warehouse Corporation. The incident has triggered concerns within administrative and political circles. Acting promptly, the Chief Minister ordered a formal investigation into the matter and asked the Chief Secretary to conduct a comprehensive probe. The government…
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Ahmedabad University Hosts Global Collaborative for the Liberal Arts to Advance Humanistic Technological Innovation in the Age of AI

Ahmedabad University Hosts Global Collaborative for the Liberal Arts to Advance Humanistic Technological Innovation in the Age of AI

Seismic shifts in geopolitics and rapid technological advancements in the realm of artificial intelligence, automation, and data-driven systems are reconfiguring how expertise functions, how organisations are structured, and how professional pathways evolve. Universities must therefore examine whether their institutional design, pedagogy, and leadership priorities are aligned with the complexity students will encounter over decades of technological and geopolitical change.   Global academic leaders convened at Ahmedabad University for a cross-continental liberal arts collaborative   Ahmedabad University hosted leaders from Vassar College, University of Edinburgh, and University of Global Health Equity as part of the Global Collaborative for the Liberal Arts.…
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Philips Unveils OneChef: A New Era of Smart, All-in-One Cooking for Indian Homes

Philips Unveils OneChef: A New Era of Smart, All-in-One Cooking for Indian Homes

Philips Home Appliances, announced the launch of Philips OneChef, an innovative all-in-one smart cooking appliance designed to simplify everyday cooking while unlocking a world of culinary possibilities for Indian homes.    OneChef The unveiling took place in Mumbai, at an experiential “Chef’s Tasting Table” event curated by Ranveer Brar, where guests were invited to explore India’s diverse culinary flavours through live tastings and interactive food stations. During the event, Brar along with Mr. Gulbahar Taurani, MD & CEO, Versuni India, demonstrated how modern kitchen technology can simplify complex recipes while preserving the authenticity of Indian cooking. The launch marks Philips’…
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MAHE Introduces 'MAGIC' to Power AI-Driven Academic and Administrative Transformation

MAHE Introduces 'MAGIC' to Power AI-Driven Academic and Administrative Transformation

Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), an Institution of Eminence Deemed to be University, today announced the launch of MAGIC (MAHE Agentic Intelligent Console), a major step in its digital transformation journey designed to introduce AI-powered agentic systems across both academic and administrative ecosystems of the university. The launch of MAHE MAGIC marks a significant milestone in MAHE’s technology-driven evolution. The MAGIC platform represents the university’s transition from traditional reactive digital systems to proactive AI-enabled systems, enabling automation, intelligent insights, and improved decision-making for faculty, students, and administrators. The initiative builds on MAHE’s digital transformation program initiated in 2023 to…
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