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Punjab revises school timings from November 1 amid winter season

Punjab revises school timings from November 1 amid winter season

National Times Bureau :- The Punjab Education Department has announced a change in school timings across the state starting November 1. All government and private schools will now operate from 9 am to 3 pm, in view of the approaching winter season. According to the official notification, the revised schedule will remain in effect until February 28, 2026, after which the department will review and adjust the timings again. The directive applies to all schools across Punjab, and authorities have been instructed to ensure strict compliance with the new timings.
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Patiala Teacher Suspended Following Medical Confirmation of Sexual Abuse of 8-Year-Old Girl

Patiala Teacher Suspended Following Medical Confirmation of Sexual Abuse of 8-Year-Old Girl

National Times Bureau :- A medical report has indicated that an eight-year-old student was subjected to repeated abuse, days after allegations surfaced against a physical education teacher at a school in SST Nagar. Police officials said after the medical findings, investigators have sent the accused teacher’s DNA sample for further examination. The FIR, registered on October 13, mentions that the student was allegedly harassed multiple times within the school premises. SP (City) Palwinder Cheema said a detailed investigation was underway under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act. “The medical report has confirmed the abuse, and the accused…
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Panchkula: Six Children Injured as Tree Falls on School Van Amid Heavy Rain

Panchkula: Six Children Injured as Tree Falls on School Van Amid Heavy Rain

National Times Bureau :- A major accident occurred in Panchkula during heavy rainfall when a large tree fell on a moving school van, injuring six children on board. The incident took place on Wednesday afternoon while the van was transporting students back home after school hours. Eyewitnesses reported that the sudden downpour, accompanied by strong winds, caused the tree to collapse directly onto the vehicle. Local residents and passersby rushed to the spot and immediately informed the authorities. The injured children were swiftly rescued and taken to a nearby hospital, where they are currently receiving treatment. Doctors have confirmed that…
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Jammu – Government Orders Closure of All Schools on August 25

National Times Bureau :- Jammu and Kashmir continues to reel under the impact of relentless rains, leaving large parts of the Jammu division waterlogged and severely affecting daily life. Several areas are witnessing flood-like conditions, creating major disruptions in transportation and posing challenges for residents. In response to the deteriorating weather, the Jammu and Kashmir government has announced a complete closure of all government and private schools across Jammu division on Monday, August 25. According to an official notification issued by the School Education Department, the decision was taken in view of the persistent heavy rainfall and waterlogging in multiple…
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Ahmedabad – Class 10 student stabbed to death by junior, Instagram chat reveals confession

Ahmedabad – Class 10 student stabbed to death by junior, Instagram chat reveals confession

National Times Bureau :- Ahmedabad witnessed a shocking incident on Tuesday when a 10th-grade student, identified as Nayan Santani, was fatally stabbed outside Seventh-Day Adventist Higher Secondary School. The accused, a Class 8 student, was detained shortly after the attack, sparking widespread outrage and protests by parents demanding stricter safety measures on school premises. Disturbing Chat Emerges During the investigation, police retrieved an alarming Instagram conversation between the accused and one of his friends. In the chat, the boy appeared to admit to the stabbing, discussing the incident casually and showing little remorse. The friend questioned him about the attack,…
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