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03 Dec

AAP rolls out first list of 961 nominees for Punjab rural body polls as parties gear up for high-stakes contest

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPolitics, Punjab, TrendingPunjab

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The Aam Aadmi Party on Wednesday released its first list of 961 candidates for Punjab’s upcoming Zila Parishad and Panchayat Samiti elections, marking the beginning of an intense political push ahead of the 2027 Assembly polls. Rural elections set to test party strength Voting for 22 Zila Parishads—except Mohali, where polling has been deferred—and more than 150 Panchayat Samitis is scheduled for December 14, with the results due on December 17. Coming just over a year before the next state election, the rural polls are widely seen as a critical indicator of public mood. Political parties, aware…

03 Dec

Early trends in Delhi MCD bypolls show BJP ahead, AAP and Congress notch first wins

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, Politics, TrendingDelhi

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): The counting of votes for the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) by-elections began with a strong start for the Bharatiya Janata Party, which swiftly captured two prominent wards—Shalimar Bagh B and Chandni Chowk—setting the tone for a closely watched electoral battle. Strong show by BJP in key wards In Shalimar Bagh B, a ward with significant political weight and previously represented by Mayor Rekha Gupta during her councillor tenure, the BJP secured a one-sided victory. Party nominee Anita Jain registered a lead of more than 10,000 votes, underscoring the party’s entrenched support in the constituency. The…

02 Dec

Employees of Boards, Corporations, Companies and Cooperative Institutions in Haryana Now Entitled to Death-cum-Retirement Gratuity

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryana, TrendingHaryana

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): The employees of Haryana Boards, Corporations, Companies and Cooperative Institutions who joined service on or after January 1, 2006 and fall under the New Defined Contributory Pension Scheme (NPS) will now be extended the benefit of Death-cum-Retirement Gratuity. A letter in this regard has been issued by Chief Secretary Mr Anurag Rastogi, who also holds the charge of Additional Chief Secretary, Finance Department, to the Managing Directors, Chief Administrators and Chief Executive Officers of all Boards, Corporations, Companies and Cooperative Institutions in the state. Referring to the Finance Department’s communication dated January 19, 2017, the letter states…

02 Dec

Chandigarh Sector 26 shooting: What Happened So Far?

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, TrendingChandigarh

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): A late-night shooting in Chandigarh’s Sector 26 on Monday has left a 35-year-old man dead, prompting a wide-ranging investigation into what authorities believe may be a gang-related attack. The victim, identified as Inderpreet Singh Perri, was found with multiple gunshot wounds. Senior officials, including IG Chandigarh Pushpendra Kumar, inspected the scene soon after the incident. According to police, at least eight empty shells and one live round were recovered, suggesting the attackers fired several shots before fleeing. What police have established so far Preliminary findings indicate Perri suffered four to five bullet injuries, though the definitive cause…

02 Dec

Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini meets Canadian High Commissioner in Chandigarh

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryana, TrendingNayab Singh Saini

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Under the leadership of Haryana Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini, the State Government is continuously striving to establish Haryana as a global hub in the field of education. In continuation of these efforts, Canada’s High Commissioner to India, Christopher Cooter, paid a courtesy call on Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini at his residence, Sant Kabir Kutir, on Tuesday. On this occasion, Canada offered cooperation with Haryana in areas such as education, investment and technical collaboration. The discussions also included Canada’s proposal to open a university in Haryana. During the meeting, it was discussed that investment…

02 Dec

Historic Win! Mann Govt’s Scientific Strategy Achieves 94% Reduction in Stubble Burning; Centre Approves ‘Punjab Model’ for Nationwide Rollout

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, TrendingPunjab, Stubble Burning

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The Punjab government proudly announced today that it has achieved a historic 94% reduction in stubble burning incidents in the fields. This success sets an example for India and proves the effectiveness of the farmer-first, science-based strategy led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann. While 80,879 cases of stubble burning were recorded in 2016, the number dropped to just 5,114 in 2025—a 53% decline from 2024. This achievement marks a decade-long fight that has transformed Punjab’s image from a major contributor to air pollution, soil degradation, and health issues. The importance of this achievement is further highlighted by…

02 Dec

Sanchar Saathi Row Deepens as Government Defends Move, Critics Warn of Privacy Intrusion

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, Technology, TrendingSanchar Saathi

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): The dispute surrounding the Centre’s decision to have the Sanchar Saathi application pre-loaded on new smartphones sold in India showed no signs of easing, even after Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia attempted to reassure users that they will not be compelled to keep or use the app. Addressing the media, Scindia maintained that the directive issued to device manufacturers had been misunderstood. He stressed that the app poses no threat to personal data and can be removed by users if they prefer not to engage with it.“Just like other pre-bundled apps, you may retain it or delete…

02 Dec

HELL ENERGY DRINK Launches First-Ever Intercollegiate Cricket Turf Championship 2025 in Mumbai

nishuthapar10 CommentsTrending

HELL ENERGY DRINK, one of the fastest-growing energy drink brands in the world, has announced the launch of the first-ever HELL ENERGY DRINK Intercollegiate Cricket Turf Championship 2025 in Mumbai, an exciting new platform that brings together the city’s college cricket talent in an electrifying celebration of sport, energy, and youth spirit. HELL ENERGY DRINK Launches First-Ever Intercollegiate Cricket Turf Championship 2025 in Mumbai The championship will be held across four major zones - Western, Central, SOBO, and Harbour, with participation from over 200 college teams and 2,000 players. Teams of ten (8+2) will compete in six-over knockout underarm…

02 Dec

The Future Belongs to Those Who Harness Technology with Human Insights: Key Takeaways from the 33rd Convocation at MAHE Bengaluru

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On the first day of the convocation, 746 students were awarded degrees. A total of 12 received their PhD degrees today Gold medals were awarded to 3 students across various streams. Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), Institution of Eminence Deemed to be University, concluded the first day of its 33rd Convocation celebrations at the MAHE Bengaluru campus on Saturday. The ceremony highlighted MAHE’s strong commitment to developing graduates equipped for an AI-driven world, fostering innovation, academic rigor, and excellence across diverse fields. A total of 746 students received their degrees, including 12 PhD awardees, and 3 outstanding students…

02 Dec

A Boon for Farmers and the Environment: Sri Sri Naisargik and Unique Organic Inputs Sign an MoU to Market Sri Sri Naisargik PROM, a 100% Organic Patented Product

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Sri Sri Naisargik LLP has entered into an exclusive Memorandum of Understanding with Unique Organic Inputs to promote and scale Sri Sri Naisargik PROM, a scientifically validated Phosphate Rich Organic Manure created through a patented cold pressed technology. The agreement was formalised in the presence of Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar and represents a significant step towards strengthening soil health, supporting farmers and improving environmental quality across India. In the presence of Gurudev, Sri Sri Naisargik LLP and Unique Organic Inputs exchange an MoU to advance scalable production of Sri Sri Naisargik PROM in India For many years,…