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SC confirms anticipatory bail to Indore cartoonist over controversial PM Modi-RSS caricature

NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Tuesday disposed of the anticipatory bail plea of cartoonist Hemant Malviya, who was booked by Madhya Pradesh Police for allegedly sharing "indecent" social media posts about Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) functionaries.

Harjot Bains braves rains to reach out people in distress

NANGAL: Leading from the front to ensure rescue & relief operations in Sri Anandpur Sahib constituency amidst incessant rains leading to flood-like situation, Punjab Education and Information & Public Relations Minister S. Harjot Singh Bains, on Tuesday, visited over dozen flood-affected villages situated near the Sutlej River to ensure timely support to people in need.

Punjab CM visits flood affected areas of Ferozepur, seeks revision in compensation of loss due to natural disaster

FEROZEPUR: Expressing grave concern over the meager compensation given to the people for losses due to the natural disasters, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Tuesday sought upward revision in the relief norms from the Government of India (GoI).

Technical teams to be formed to inspect structural buildings in flood-affected villages: Amritsar DM

AMRITSAR: The water level has receded at some places in the flood-affected villages in Ajnala constituency and the structures of houses/government buildings in those villages are to be inspected so that any risks can be identified and those buildings can be repaired.

UDAAN takes flight to transform school sports through Volleyball

CHANDIGARH: Chandigarh on Tuesday witnessed a defining moment for grassroots sports in India with the launch of UDAAN – School Volleyball Program a pioneering initiative designed to nurture young talent and promote volleyball at the grassroots level.

SGPC employees decide to donate one day's salary to help flood victims

AMRITSAR: In view of the huge loss caused to the people due to the devastation caused by floods in many areas of Punjab, the employees of the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak have also come forward to help. Accordingly, it has been decided that the employees will donate one day's salary towards the relief services being provided by the Shiromani Committee.

AAP has shamed politics in Punjab to hide its governance failures: Chugh

CHANDIGARH: BJP National General secretary Tarun Chugh today said that the despicable working of AAP in Punjab stands exposed after registering a rape case against MLA Harmeet Singh Pathanmajra almost three years after the complaint was filed.

Justice Denied, Vendetta Served: Bajwa Slams Mann Govt Over Pathanmajra FIR

CHANDIGARH: Leader of the Opposition in Punjab Vidhan Sabha, S. Partap Singh Bajwa, today launched a scathing attack on the Bhagwant Mann-led Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government, accusing it of reducing governance in Punjab to a crude circus of political extortion and vendetta.

Awesome Australia- A Melbourne Diary of a Young Techi’s Visit to Down Under

Australia, a faraway land of Kangaroos, eucalyptus trees and endless coastlines has always stirred my imagination. Known for its breathtaking landscapes and vibrant cities, it is a place where nature and human progress seem to dance together in tandem.

Diocese of Amritsar, CNI, launches Operation Faith in Action to help flood victims

AMRITSAR: In the midst of the devastating floods that have ravaged villages in Amritsar's border belt, the Diocese of Amritsar, Church of North India (CNI), has launched a lifeline of hope. Operation Faith in Action, a comprehensive initiative, is bringing succour to thousands of affected residents. The diocese has a lot more in mind than just that, including providing post-flood relief to the victims.

CEO Punjab Holds Meeting with Political Parties on Special Summary Revision Ahead of Bye-Election in Tarn Taran

CHANDIGARH: Ahead of the bye-election to the Tarn Taran Assembly Constituency- 21, Sibin C, Chief Electoral Officer (CEO), Punjab, convened a meeting with representatives of recognised political parties to discuss the ongoing Special Summary Revision of the photo electoral roll, with 1st July 2025 as the qualifying date.

Dalai Lama Returns to Dharamshala After Six-Week Stay in Ladakh

DHARAMSHALA: Tibetan spiritual leader His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama returned to his permanent residence in Dharamshala on Tuesday afternoon after completing a six-week stay in Ladakh and a brief five-day visit to Delhi. Despite heavy rainfall and rough weather, the 90-year-old spiritual leader was accorded a warm and grand welcome by thousands of Tibetans, devotees, and well-wishers who gathered at Gaggal Airport and later near his official residence in Mecleodganj .

A heartbreaking story of the plight of thousands of aided school teachers in Punjab, salaries not paid for five months

CHANDIGARH: The school teachers and other employees working on aided posts aided by the Punjab government are going through the toughest phase of their lives. Despite performing all their teaching and non-teaching duties with complete honesty, they have not received their salaries for the last five months.

Youth Congress organizes Massive Rally Against Vote Theft in Tangori

MOHALI: A massive rally against vote theft was organized by the Youth Congress at Palazzo Palace, near village Tangori. Addressing the gathering, senior Congress leader and former Health Minister S. Balbir Singh Sidhu said that Congress leader Rahul Gandhi is fighting to safeguard democracy in the country, while the BJP government is misusing state machinery to suppress his voice.

Cabbie’s abduction and murder case: Jaish-E-Mohammad’s activist, his two associates held with pistol, stolen vehicle

CHANDIGARH: In a major breakthrough amidst the ongoing drive to make Punjab a safe and secure state as per directions of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, SAS Nagar Police has busted a terror module linked to Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) and apprehended three Jammu and Kashmir (J&K)-based persons in connection with abduction and murder case of a cab driver Anil Kumar, said Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab Gaurav Yadav here on Tuesday.

'Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah' cast & crew receive surprise from ‘Mumbai Cha Seth’

MUMBAI: In a first, devotees are not visiting Ganpati Bappa; instead, he is traveling across the city on a special open double-decker bus to bless everyone. During his trip, ‘Mumbai Cha Seth’ also made a stop at the famous Gokuldham society from "Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah", leaving the cast and crew pleasantly surprised.

Mahanaaryaman Scindia assumes charge as Madhya Pradesh Cricket Association chief

INDORE: Mahanaaryaman Scindia, son of Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, assumed charge as the president of the Madhya Pradesh Cricket Association (MPCA) on Tuesday.

Fight against terrorism should remain SCO priority, says Foreign Secretary Misri in Tianjin

TIANJIN: Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri has reaffirmed India's stance that fight against terrorism should remain an important priority of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO).

'I can send him to jail if he acts too smart': CM Sarma warns Jamiat chief Madani

GUWAHATI: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday launched a sharp attack on Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind president Maulana Mahmood Madani, warning him against his "baseless claims" regarding the anti-encroachment drive.

Kejriwal appeals for donations as Punjab faces deadliest floods in 37 years; AAP leaders to donate 1 month's salary

NEW DELHI: Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) supremo Arvind Kejriwal on Tuesday appealed to the nation to come forward and extend financial support to flood-hit Punjab, which is reeling under its deadliest floods in the last 37 years. He announced that all MPs and MLAs of the AAP will donate one month’s salary to the Punjab Chief Minister’s Relief Fund, urging people to contribute generously.

‘Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale’ director tends to fall in love with moments of humanity between his characters

MUMBAI: Simon Curtis, who has directed the upcoming film ‘Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale’, has spoken up on his shooting process. He said that he loves little moments of humanity between the characters.

Dilip Joshi aka Jethalal shares his heartfelt desire as ‘Mumbai Cha Seth’ visits Gokuldham

MUMBAI: Dilip Joshi aka Jethalal shared his heartfelt desire as ‘Mumbai Cha Seth’ visited the Gokuldham society on Tuesday to give darshan to all the residents. For the first time in India, Ganpati Bappa is traveling across Mumbai on a special open double-decker bus, blessing everyone along the way.

Eisha Singh, Samarth Jurel starrer “Dooriyan” promo shows a tale of love and longing

MUMBAI: The news of actress Eisha Singh and actor Samarth Jurel starring together in an upcoming series had excited their fans. Titled “Dooriyan”, the character promo of the show has been officially released by the makers today, and it has made fans thrilled.

Power demands In Punjab dips below 5000 MW, Engineers to contribute one day salary in CM relief fund

PATIALA: Incessant rain continued to wreak havoc across the Punjab on Monday, and flooding in a dozen districts of state the power demand in Punjab touched a low power demand of less than 5000 MW on Tuesday morning.

Fulham sign Jonah Kusi-Asare on loan from Bayern Munich

LONDON: Fulham FC have signed forward Jonah Kusi-Asare on a season-long loan from Bayern Munich, with the club holding the option to make the move permanent.

India best-performing G20 nation on sustainability, trade talks on across the globe: Piyush Goyal

NEW DELHI: India is one of the best-performing G20 nations in meeting sustainability commitments, Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said on Tuesday, adding that the country is also expanding trade ties across the globe.

B'desh: One dead as workers, security forces clash over factory closure

DHAKA: At least one worker was killed and 10 others injured on Tuesday when clashes broke out between workers and law enforcement personnel in northern Bangladesh, amid protests against factory closure and layoffs.

Adani Power gets approval to commence Dhirauli mine operations in Madhya Pradesh

AHMEDABAD: Adani Power Limited, India’s largest private thermal power producer, on Tuesday announced it has received approval from the Ministry of Coal to begin operations at the Dhirauli coal mine in Singrauli, Madhya Pradesh.

Migrant workers' protest turns violent after colleague’s accidental death in TN's Kattupalli

CHENNAI: A protest by migrant workers demanding justice for a deceased colleague turned violent on Tuesday at Kattupalli, in Chennai’s northern suburb, after the workers clashed with police personnel.

We will not give Dharmasthala case to NIA, we can't say 'no' if ED launches probe: K'taka HM

BENGALURU: Karnataka Home Minister G. Parameshwara said on Tuesday that the state government will not hand over the alleged Dharmasthala mass murders case to the National Investigation Agency (NIA). He, however, clarified that if the Enforcement Directorate (ED) initiates its own probe into the alleged "conspiracy funding" case, the state government cannot stop it.

NGT cannot be delegate adjudicatory functions to expert committees: SC

NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court has reiterated that the adjudicatory functions of the National Green Tribunal (NGT) cannot be delegated to committees, even if they are expert bodies.

AAP MLA Harmeet Singh Pathanmajra arrested in rape case, flees from police custody

CHANDIGARH: AAP MLA Harmeet Singh Pathanmajra on Tuesday allegedly escaped police custody after being arrested earlier today, sources said. He was arrested by Punjab Police from Karnal in Haryana.

Two associates of Lawrence Bishnoi held with five pistols in Sri Muktsar Sahib

CHANDIGARH: In a major breakthrough against organised crime amidst the ongoing drive to make Punjab a safe and secure state as per directions of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, Sri Muktsar Sahib Police has apprehended two associates of the Lawrence Bishnoi Gang and recovered five illegal weapons from their possession, said Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab Gaurav Yadav here on Tuesday.

Sriya Reddy on ‘OG’: “I Enjoy Playing Complex Characters”

CHENNAI: Actor Sriya Reddy is all set to make a strong on-screen impact once again with the upcoming release of OG, one of the most awaited films of the year.

Kareena Kapoor Khan urges people to step forward and help flood victims in north India

MUMBAI: Bollywood actress Kareena Kapoor Khan, who was last seen in ‘Singham Again’, is expressing concern for the victims of flash floods in North India. She is also requesting her followers to help the victims of the flood start a new life given their homes have been washed away in the northern India flash floods.

Randeep Hooda, wife Lin Laishram set festive goals in dreamy pictures

MUMBAI: Actor Randeep Hooda and his wife, Lin Laishram’s recent photoshoot has set major festive goals. The couple exude elegance and cultural charm in their new pictures.

Ederson leaves Man City after 8 years to join Fenerbahce

ISTANBUL: Brazil goalkeeper Ederson has left Manchester City after eight trophy-laden years at the Etihad Stadium to join Turkish side Fenerbahce.

Pakistan witnesses alarming surge in militant attacks in August: Think tank

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has experienced an alarming surge in militant violence in August, with an increase of 74 per cent in attacks compared to July, marking the "deadliest month in over a decade", according to an Islamabad-based think tank.

Parkash Purab of Guru Granth Sahib celebrated with zeal in Canada, Indian envoy highlights harmony teachings

OTTAWA: A Nagar Kirtan was organised by Shri Guru Ravidass Sabha in Canada's Montreal to celebrate the 421st Parkash Purab of Shri Guru Granth Sahib, which was attended by several Indian origin people residing there.

Tejashwi Yadav targets Nitish govt over corruption allegations

PATNA: A day after the conclusion of the Rahul Gandhi-led INDIA bloc's Voter Rights Yatra in Patna, RJD leader and Leader of Opposition in the Bihar Assembly, Tejashwi Yadav, on Tuesday launched a scathing attack on Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and his government.

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