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Nishan Sahib Color Change: The Change from Kesri to Basanti The Nishan Sahib, a triangular flag flying high atop Sikh gurdwaras, holds profound significance within the Sikh community. Traditionally donned in the ‘kesri’ color, it symbolizes bravery and martyrdom, standing as a beacon of faith and resilience. Recently, however, the change in the Nishan Sahib’s … Read more
Kolkata Doctor Rape Murder A Call for Justice and Safety The medical fraternity in Punjab has united in an unprecedented protest, suspending outpatient department (OPD) services across all public health-care centres, including Aam Aadmi Clinics. This action is in solidarity with the agitation for justice following the tragic rape and murder of a resident doctor … Read more
August 15 stands as a monumental day in the annals of Indian history, marking the end of British colonial rule and the dawn of a new era of self-governance and independence. The significance of this date is deeply etched in the collective memory of the nation, symbolizing not just the triumph of a prolonged struggle … Read more
Punjab Governor Kataria’s Commitment to Development Projects in Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria’s recent engagements with various officials highlight a renewed focus on central development projects and public welfare schemes in Punjab. In a series of meetings, Kataria emphasized the importance of collaboration between state and central agencies to ensure the successful implementation of these … Read more
Himachal Police 2 Punjab Professors Arrested on Corruption Charges The vigilance department of Himachal Pradesh Police recently made a significant, detaining two pharmacy professors Arrested from Punjab. The professors, Rakesh Chawla and Puneet Bansal, were apprehended for accepting undue favors from a pharmaceutical institute based in Kangra. Both professors are affiliated with prominent institutions; Chawla … Read more
Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh released on 21-day furlough The release of Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh, the controversial leader of Dera Sacha Sauda, has once again sparked widespread attention and debate. After being granted a 21-day furlough from Rohtak’s Sunaria jail, where he is serving a 20-year sentence for raping two of his disciples, Ram Rahim’s … Read more
The Punjab cabinet has made a groundbreaking decision that is set to simplify the process of land and property registration in the state. The council of ministers, led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, has given in-principle approval to eliminate the need for a no-objection certificate (NOC) for property registrations. This decision, announced on Wednesday, is … Read more
1.25 Million Trees in Peril, Malwa Canal Project environmental Impact In the northwest region of India, where the lifelines of agriculture and water management often intersect, the announcement of the Malwa Canal Project by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann has stirred significant debate. The proposed 150-kilometer canal is set to revolutionize water distribution in the … Read more
Notorious Balwinder Singh Drug Smuggler Detained: PITNDPS Act’s Impact In a significant move to dismantle the entrenched network of drug smuggling in Punjab, the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) detained notorious drug smuggler Balwinder Singh, commonly known as Billa Havelian. This marks the first action of its kind under the stringent Prevention of Illicit Traffic in … Read more
In an impressive feat, six educational institutions from Punjab have secured places among the top 100 in the overall category of the National Institutional Rankings Framework (NIRF) 2024. The rankings, released by the Union Ministry of Education, spotlight both government and private universities from the region. Notably, Chandigarh University in Mohali, a private institution, has … Read more