Sunday, July 06, 2025

National

HM Shah lays foundation stone of India’s first National Cooperative University in Gujarat

NEW DELHI: At the foundation stone laying ceremony of India’s first National Cooperative University -- Tribhuvan Sahkari University -- in Anand, Gujarat, Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah highlighted that the initiative embodies Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s steadfast commitment to empowering and advancing the cooperative movement across the country.

International narco-arms network busted; nine held with 1.15 kg heroin, 5 sophisticated weapons and drug money

AMRITSAR: In a major intelligence-led operation amidst the ongoing anti-drug campaign 'Yudh Nashian Virudh' launched on the directions of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, Amritsar Commissionerate Police has busted two separate modules—international narco-arms module and an inter-state narco-hawala syndicate— with the arrest of nine accused persons and recovered 1.15 kg heroin, five sophisticated pistols and Rs 9.7 lakhs drug money from their possession, said Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab Gaurav Yadav here on Friday.

ED concludes oral submissions in National Herald money laundering case

NEW DELHI: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Thursday concluded its oral arguments before the Rouse Avenue Court as to why cognisance should be taken on a prosecution complaint filed against Congress Parliamentary Party Chairperson Sonia Gandhi, Leader of Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, and other accused in the alleged National Herald money laundering case.

MEA expresses concern over abduction of three Indian nationals in Mali

BAMAKO: India has expressed concerns regarding the abduction of three Indian nationals employed at the Diamond Cement Factory in Kayes city of Mali, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said in a statement on Wednesday.

Congress wanted to usurp Rs 2,000 crore assets of National Herald, ED tells Delhi court

NEW DELHI: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Wednesday told a court here that the Congress party wanted to usurp around Rs 2,000 crore assets of the now-defunct National Herald newspaper.

Pakistani national arrested in Greece for facilitating entry of illegal immigrants

ATHENS: A 19-year-old Pakistani national was arrested in Greece on charges of providing accommodation to three illegal migrants.

Sushmita Sen shares Paralympian Sumit Antil’s inspiring recovery story on National Doctors’ Day

MUMBAI: On National Doctors’ Day, actress Sushmita Sen shared the inspiring story of Paralympian Sumit Antil, who overcame a life-changing accident to win a gold medal for India.

International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking: Haryana Governor Bandaru Dattatraya calls for united action against drug abuse

CHANDIGARH: Haryana Governor Shri Bandaru Dattatraya on the occasion of International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, on Thursday reaffirmed the state’s unwavering commitment to combat drug abuse and safeguard the future of its youth.

Iran reopens central, western airspace to international transit flights

TEHRAN: Iran has announced reopening its airspace in central and western areas to allow international flights, the Roads and Urban Development Ministry announced.

CGC Jhanjeri Hosts International Teaching Excellence Program 2025

MOHALI: Chandigarh Group of Colleges, Mohali, Jhanjeri hosted the International Teaching Excellence Program (ITEP) 2025, academic event that brought together over 20 renowned scholars and educationists from more than 10 countries. Delegates from Australia, Canada, Mauritius, the UAE, South Africa, and several other nations convened at the CGC Jhanjeri campus to promote innovation in teaching, drive institutional excellence, and advance the development of globally competent citizens.

Mexican govt reiterates protection for nationals amid US immigration raids

MEXICO CITY: Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has said that her government will protect the country's migrants in the United States, where a series of immigration raids have resulted in the arrest of 252 Mexican nationals.

Delhi: Five men posing as transgender women to evade law among 18 illegal Bangladeshi nationals nabbed

NEW DELHI: In a major crackdown on illegal immigration, the Foreigner Cell of the Delhi Police apprehended 18 Bangladeshi nationals, including five individuals who posed as transgender women, during a coordinated combing operation in Ashok Vihar, North-West Delhi.

Indian women wrestlers shine at Yasar Dogu International Tournament in Turkey

NEW DELHI: The Indian women wrestlers continue to demonstrate their dominance on the international wrestling stage. At the prestigious Yasar Dogu International Wrestling Tournament currently being held in Turkey, India sent a contingent of six women wrestlers and delivered a remarkable performance.

‘Statistics Day' to celebrate 75 years of National Sample Survey

NEW DELHI: The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) on Saturday said it will celebrate the 19th ‘Statistics Day’ in the national capital on June 29.

Bangladesh interim govt forms panel to probe alleged irregularities in last three national elections

DHAKA: The Muhammad Yunus-led interim government in Bangladesh has established a five-member committee to investigate alleged irregularities, corruption, and administrative complicity in the national elections held in 2014, 2018, and 2024 amid a growing political crackdown on the Awami League and mounting calls for electoral accountability.

DLSA organizes awareness program on International Day Against Drug Abuse.

CHANDIGARH: On the occasion of " International Day Against Drug Abuse and illicit Trafficking" Awareness Program was organized at Shiv Mandir Ramdarbar , Indira Colony and Hallomajra on Thursday in association with NGO SEHAT with Injecting Drug Users. On the topic Say No Drugs yes to life, Drug Free india, yudh nashe ke Virudh, Nasha mukt Bharat and Nope to Dope.

Myanmar national living illegally in India caught at Mumbai Airport

NEW DELHI: A Myanmar national, who had been living illegally in India under a false identity, was arrested at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, Mumbai.

Operation Sindhu: 219 Indian nationals from Iran, 161 from Israel arrive in Delhi

NEW DELHI: A total of 380 Indian nationals -- 219 from Iran and 161 from Israel -- arrived safely in New Delhi on Tuesday as part of the government's ongoing Operation Sindhu, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) confirmed.

Adani Airports secures $1 billion from global investors for Mumbai International Airport

MUMBAI: Adani Airports Holdings Limited (AAHL) on Tuesday said it has successfully secured $1 billion financing through a project finance structure for its Mumbai International Airport Ltd (MIAL).

International Olympians featuring in the RPL believe there is massive scope for Rugby 7s in India

MUMBAI: The Rugby Premier League (RPL) has given Indian players their first taste of elite competition as they play the sport with and against stars at the pinnacle of the sport. It has also given international Olympians a close look at India’s future in rugby and they believe the nation will be a force to reckon with in the coming years.

LS Speaker to inaugurate national meet of Estimates Committees, release 75th anniversary souvenir

MUMBAI: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla will inaugurate the two-day national conference of Estimates Committees of Parliament and State/UT Legislative Bodies, here on Monday. He will also release the 75th Anniversary Souvenir of the Estimates Committee of Parliament.

Afghan national arrested at Bhubaneswar Airport for illegally residing in India

NEW DELHI: An Afghan national, Mohammad Yousaf alias Yaha Khan, was arrested at Biju Patnaik International Airport, Bhubaneswar, for entering India on a forged Indian passport and living in Cuttack under a false identity since 2018.

Chandigarh badminton team bags five gold and three silver medals in National Championship.

CHANDIGARH: Chandigarh team of specially impaired brought laurels to Chandigarh in recently Badminton National championship 2025 held in IIT Gandhinagar, Gujarat.

311 more Indian nationals return home, 1428 evacuated from war-hit Iran so far

NEW DELHI: The Indian government continues to bring back Indian nationals, including students stranded in the war-torn Iran, under the Operation Sindhu. The latest batch of 311 Indians arrived in the national capital via a special flight from Mashhad, even as the tensions escalated to a new high in the Middle East region following the bombing of key Iranian nuclear facilities by the US bomber planes.

Violation of international law, says Iran's Atomic Agency on US bombing

NEW DELHI: Iran's Atomic Energy Organisation has stated that the attacks on its nuclear sites constitute a violation of international law. However, it did not clarify the extent of the damage caused by the strikes that US President Donald Trump announced earlier.

GNDU Celebrates 11th International Yoga Day with Enthusiasm

AMRITSAR: Guru Nanak Dev University (GNDU) marked the 11th International Yoga Day with fervor, bringing together faculty, staff, students, and NSS and NCC volunteers in a vibrant celebration. This event was organized by the office of Dean, Student’s Welfare.

NCC Gp Hq, Amritsar Celebrates International Yoga Day with Enthusiasm at Khalsa College

AMRITSAR: The NCC Gp Hq, Amritsar celebrated DAYALA on June 21st with a vibrant event at the Khalsa College Amritsar, Front Lawns. This grand celebration saw the participation of 1000 plus NCC cadets from various units of Amritsar Gp, making it a significant event.

11th International Yoga Day at the historic Rambagh (Company Bagh)

AMRITSAR: On the occasion of International Yoga Day 2025, the Bharatiya Yog Sansthan (BYS) celebrated the 11th International Yoga Day at the historic Rambagh (Company Bagh) in Amritsar today.

Rayat Bahra University Celebrates International Yoga Day with Great Zeal

MOHALI: Rayat Bahra University observed International Yoga Day with great enthusiasm and participation from faculty, staff, and students, reaffirming its commitment to promoting physical and mental well-being on campus.

Hrishikesh Pandey gets nostalgic on International Yoga Day, shares story from his school

MUMBAI: Actor Hrishikesh Pandey is getting nostalgic on the International Yoga Day. The actor, who is known for his disciplined routine and calm demeanor, credits much of his physical and mental well-being to the ancient practice of yoga.

Hundreds across Pacific nations participate in International Day of Yoga

WELLINGTON: Several Pacific countries including, New Zealand, Fiji, Papua New Guinea and Tonga, on Saturday celebrated 11th International Day of Yoga (IDY) with a large number of Yoga participants joining in to mark the occasion.

India to evacuate Nepalese, Sri Lankan nationals from Iran amid escalating tensions

TEHRAN: As India presses ahead with Operation Sindhu to evacuate its citizens from Iran amid intensifying hostilities in the Middle East, the Indian Embassy in Tehran has announced that, upon formal requests from the governments of Nepal and Sri Lanka, the evacuation operation will now also include nationals from these two neighbouring countries.

EAM Jaishankar joins diplomatic corps in Delhi to participate in International Day of Yoga

NEW DELHI: On the 11th International Day of Yoga (IDY), External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar joined the Diplomatic Corps at the Nehru Park in Delhi on Saturday, emphasising harmony between human well-being and nature, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said.

Amruta Khanvilkar visits Kedarnath Temple to celebrate International Yoga Day

MUMBAI: Actress and fitness enthusiast Amruta Khanvilkar marked International Yoga Day by visiting the Kedarnath Temple to seek divine blessings.

Anupam Kher celebrates International Yoga Day at Times Square

MUMBAI: Veteran actor Anupam Kher, who is currently in New York, expressed his pride for representing India at the 11th International Yoga Day held at the Times Square in the Big Apple.

Hundreds in Singapore, Myanmar join International Yoga Day celebrations

SINGAPORE: Several yoga participants in Singapore and Myanmar on Saturday came together to mark the 11th International Day of Yoga (IDY), a step towards healthier living.

HM Shah leads International Yoga Day celebrations in Ahmedabad

NEW DELHI: On the occasion of the 11th International Day of Yoga, Union Home Minister Amit Shah participated in a mass yoga session at Prahlad Nagar Garden in Ahmedabad, Gujarat.

PM Modi to lead 11th International Yoga Day celebrations in Visakhapatnam

NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lead the nation in celebrating the 11th International Day of Yoga (IDY) from the coastal city of Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh on Saturday morning.

Indian talents flourishing alongside international stars in Rugby Premier League

MUMBAI: As the Rugby Premier League (RPL) is well underway, the impact of international experience on Indian players is becoming increasingly evident not just on the scoreboard but in locker rooms, training sessions, and team camaraderie.

Air India cancels 8 domestic and international flights, cites maintenance as reason

NEW DELHI: The beleaguered Air India cancelled at least eight flights on domestic and international routes, citing maintenance as the reason.

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BSF returns two Bangladeshi nationals to BGB in goodwill gesture

NEW DELHI: As a goodwill gesture, the Border Security Force (BSF) has handed over two Bangladeshi nationals to its counterpart Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB).

Has Home Minister Amit Shah cleared Kashmiri bureaucrat Faesal's posting to National Security Council Secretariat (NSCS)?

NEW DELHI: The 2010 IAS topper, Dr Shah Faesal, will be the first civil service officer from Jammu and Kashmir to join the National Security Council Secretariat (NSCS) as the orders of his appointment are expected any time during the current month. Following his reinstatement and the Union Territory governments no objection to his Central deputation, the 39-year-old Kashmiri Muslim officer has been cleared for his crucial posting in the South Block.

National-level kabaddi player held in murder case

NEW DELHI: The Special Cell of Delhi Police has arrested a national-level kabaddi player, identified as Dinesh alias Dhillu, for his alleged involvement in a number of criminal cases, including murder and extortion.

SC orders release of 62-year-old Pakistani national in detention centre for 7 years

NEW DELHI: For 62-year-old Pakistani national Mohammad Qamar, a seven-year ordeal ended on Friday after the Supreme Court ordered his release from a foreigners' detention centre, where he has been lodged since 2015.

KCR hints at floating national party with alternative agenda

HYDERABAD: Telangana Chief Minister K. Chandrasekhar Rao on Wednesday hinted at floating a national party to implement an alternative national agenda.

Terror attack in Karachi leaves 3 Chinese nationals dead too

KARANCHI: A terror attack in Pakistan's metropolitan city Karachi has claimed lives of Chinese and Pakistani nationals, in what is being seen a targeted attack on Chinese nationals in the country.

Terror attack in Karachi leaves 3 Chinese nationals dead too (2nd Ld)

KARACHI: A terror attack in Pakistan's metropolitan city Karachi has claimed lives of Chinese and Pakistani nationals, in what is being seen a targeted attack on Chinese nationals in the country.

Kuldeep Dhaliwal honours 13 National Awards winning Panchayati Raj Institutions of the state

CHANDIGARH: The Union Rural Development Ministry has awared the Deendayal Upadhyay Panchayat Shastikaran Award and Nana Ji Deshmukh awards for the year 2020-21. These awards are given to the Panchayati Raj Institutions for good performance every year. The Pancahyati Raj Institutions of Punjab has brought laurels to the state by bagging 13 Awards this year.

IDCA organises women's 3rd T20 National Cricket Championship for Deaf 2022 in Mumbai

NEW DELLHI: The Indian Deaf Cricket Association (IDCA) will organise the women's 3rd T20 National Cricket Championship for Deaf 2022 in Mumbai between April 26-to April 29.

Kangra Panchayat bagged national award

DHARAMSALA: Ghorpitth panchayat of Kangra district in Himachal has bagged the national award. Informing this the Deputy Commissioner Dr Nipun Jindal said on Monday.

Tarini Goyal earns Woman International Master title

CHANDIGARH: Pocketing her final Woman International Master (WIM) norm in Budapest last week, 20-year-old Tarini Goyal of Chandigarh earned herself the WIM Title in Chess. Tarini had already crossed the ELO rating of 2200 in the year 2016 and earned two WIM norms while playing in Greece (2018) and Abu Dhabi (2019). With this latest norm, Tarini completed the mandatory requirement of three WIM norms and touched her peak rating of 2226 to bag the Title.

Badshah makes his International debut with J Balvin, Tainy

MUMBAI: Popular Indian rapper Badshah has made his debut internationally with 'In da getto' hitmaker J Balvin and Tainy, who is known for the track 'I can't get enough'.

Habitat International Film Festival from May 6 to 15

NEW DELHI: Returning after a two-year pandemic hiatus, the Habitat International Film Festival is scheduled to be held from May 6 to 15 at India Habitat Centre in the Capital.

New Pak govt will raise Kashmir issue on all international forums

ISLAMABAD: The government led by Shehbaz Sharif in Pakistan will establish contacts with friendly countries following the policy of peace and equality, and trade with these states will be enhanced, Express Tribune reported.

PTI to resign en masse from Pak National Assembly, boycott PM election

ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Tehreek-Insaf (PTI) has decided to boycott the election of the new Prime Minister and resign en masse from the National Assembly, said senior party leader Fawad Chaudhry after a parliamentary meeting of the party on Monday, media reports said.

Mumtaz Khan becomes star of International Hockey Championship

NEW DELHI: The Indian Women's Hockey team has made a steamed entry in the semi-final of the Junior World Cup. In South Africa, the Indian team defeated South Korea with 3-0 in the Quarter Finals in which Mumtaz Khan was honoured with The Player of the Match. She was the third-rounder player in this entire tournament and she has so far scored 6 goals. Her achievement breaks those stereotypes which say that Muslim talent is suppressed in India, as well as it is a big lesson for those people who want to keep Muslim girls imprisoned behind the walls of the home.

BJP threatens national unity by challenging importance of regional languages : Bibi Rajwinder Kaur Raju

CHANDIGARH: Mahila Kisan Union President Bibi Rajwinder Kaur Raju slammed the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party for undermining the importance of regional languages and said the saffron party is trying to enforce "Hindi imperialism" in multilingual, diverse and multi-ethnic country by implementing its strategic "cultural, religious and linguistic terrorism" agenda against regional languages in order to establish the dominance of Sanskrit and Hindi language, which would be extremely dangerous for the national unity and federalism of union of states.

No compromise on national security, Bhagwant Mann assures in presence of Punjab Governor

FAZILKA: Placing prime focus on the National security aspect especially in the 6 border districts of the State, the Punjab Governor Banwarilal Purohit on Saturday emphasized complete coordination between the Central and the State security agencies so as to ensure that the unity and integrity of the country is maintained at all costs.

Governor and CM Punjab review important issues of Border District at Fazilka Impacting National Security

Governor Punjab Shri Banwarilal Purohit and CM Punjab Shri Bhagwant Mann held a series of meetings today at Fazilka to take stock of the important issues concerning the border district Fazilka which impact national security.

Surprising TN didn't send women's team for National Team Chess

CHENNAI: With the 44th Chess Olympiad scheduled to be held in Mahabalipuram near here and Tamil Nadu being a strong chess-playing state, chess players in the state are a surprised lot.

Sr men’s national hockey: Delhi upset defending champions Punjab

BHOPAL: Delhi Hockey caused a big upset in 12th Hockey India Senior Men’s National Championship 2022, edging defending champions Hockey Punjab 3-2 in a Pool A match here on Friday.

Israel finalises deal to privatise national postal service

JERUSALEM: The Israeli government said that it has reached a deal with the workers of the state-owned Israel Post on the company's recovery plan and privatisation process.

Pak SC reinstates National Assembly, orders voting on no-confidence motion against Imran

ISLAMABAD:  In a landmark judgement, the Supreme Court of Pakistan ruled on Thursday that the National Assembly Deputy Speakers ruling to dismiss the no-confidence motion against Prime Minister Imran Khan and the subsequent dissolution of the Lower House by the President on the PMs advice were contrary to the Constitution and the law of the land, Express Tribune reported.

TRS leaders, workers block National Highways over paddy procurement

HYDERABAD: Telangana's ruling party TRS on Wednesday blocked National Highways demanding the Central government to procure paddy from the state.

Vet Varsity Cadets to Participate in Prestigious National Equestrian Event

LUDHIANA: The cadets of 1 PB R &V Sqn NCC Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana are going to participate in the National Equestrian championship and Delhi Horse Show for the first time since last 25 years.

International Air Connectivity Scheme to connect NE States with selected world destinations

NEW DELHI: The Ministry of Civil Aviation has launched International Air Connectivity Scheme (IACS) scheme (International Ude Desh ka Aam Nagrik(UDAN) with an objective to enhance air connectivity from certain States of the country with selected international destinations to promote socio-economic growth. This scheme is supported by the State Governments. The State Government of Assam, Manipur and Tripura have identified routes connecting Guwahati, Imphal and Agartala with selected international destinations viz. Bangkok, Dhaka, Kathmandu, Yangon, Hanoi, Mandalay, Kunming & Chittagong.

Jayanti Dalmia Takes Over As the new national president of FICCI ladies organisation

NEW DELHI: Ms Jayanti Dalmia has taken over as new president of FICCI Ladies Organisation (FLO) , the oldest women business chamber of the Southeast Asia and the women’s wing of Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI) at the recently held 38th annual session in New Delhi.

12th Hockey India National Sr. Men’s Hockey: Hartaj Singh to lead Punjab team

JALANDHAR: Hartaj Singh of Kapurthala District to lead the Punjab Men's Senior Hockey Team for participating in the 12th Hockey India National Senior Men's Hockey Championship, starting from April 6 at Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh).

National weightlifting camp set to begin on April 1

PATIALA: National weightlifting camp comprising of 26 players, 7 coaches and 5 support staff members is set to begin on April 1.

90 new records established in weightlifting nationals in Bhuaneswar

BHUBANESWAR: As many as 90 new records were created during the IWLF Youth (Boys & Girls), Junior (Men & Women) and Senior (Men & Women) National Weightlifting Championships will be held at Biju Patnaik Indoor Stadium, KIIT University,. A total of 915 athletes from 33 affiliated States and Departments of Indian Weightlifting Federation have been participating in the Mega Event.

International peace can no longer be taken for granted: Jaishankar

NEW DELHI: The Russia-Ukraine war has added to international disquiet and it has also underscored that the maintenance of international peace and security can no longer be taken for granted, Indian External Minister S. Jaishankar said in Sri Lanka on Tuesday.

Centre for international trade and business laws to come up at NALSAR

HYDERABAD:The Justice B.P. Jeevan Reddy Centre for International Trade and Business Laws will come up at NALSAR University of Law, Hyderabad, with the former Supreme Court judge donating Rs 1.50 crore for its establishment.

Darshan Singh, Varsha Devi secure maiden National Cross Country victories

KOHIMA: Darshan Singh (Services) and Varsha Devi (Railways) finally kept their tryst with the men and women’s crowns in the National Cross Country Championships by winning their 10km events in the picturesque but tough course, made more challenging by 60 percent humidity and gusts of wind, here on Saturday.

Darshan Singh, Varsha Devi secure maiden National Cross Country victories

 KOHIMA:Darshan Singh (Services) and Varsha Devi (Railways) finally kept their tryst with the men's and women's crowns in the National Cross Country Championships by winning their 10km events in the picturesque but tough course, made more challenging by 60 per cent humidity and gusts of wind, here on Saturday.

Chandigarh team for Senior National Carrom

CHANDIGARH: Mohd Talib and Nidhi Gupta have been named as captains of the Chandigarh men and women teams respectivelu, in the forthcoming 49th Senior National Carrom Championship (Men & Women) slated to be held at Dadar – East (Mumbai) from March, 30 to April 3. The championship is being organized by the All India Carrom Federation and hosted by Maharashtra Carrom Association..

Junior women's national hockey: 26 teams vie for top honours

NEW DELHI: Junior women's hockey players from 26 teams have a good opportunity to showcase their skills at the 12th Hockey India Junior Women's National Championship, which is set to begin on March 25 in Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh.

New facility at Hyderabad Airport to handle international courier shipments

HYDERABAD:GMR Hyderabad Air Cargo (GHAC), a division of GMR Air Cargo and Aerospace Engineering Ltd (GACAEL), on Monday opened a new facility at Hyderabad Airport to handle international courier and express cargo consignments.

Gov. Holcomb, Sec. Chambers to foster international business opportunities in Slovakia and Israel

INDIANAPOLIS:Governor Eric J. Holcomb, Adjutant General R. Dale Lyles and Secretary of Commerce Brad Chambers will lead an economic development trip to Slovakia and Israel beginning March 27, building on the governor's focus of increasing Indiana’s international engagement and cultivating new business relationships and people-to-people ties in central Europe and the Middle East. While encouraging collaborative opportunities to advance innovation, investment and bolster strategic relationships, the delegation will show humanitarian support during a critical time for the geopolitical situation in the region, according to Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC).

Udit Kamboj lift singles title in National Ranking Tennis

CHANDIGARH:Third seed Udit Kamboj won the men’s singles final in the Rs one lakh CLTA-AITA National Ranking Tennis Championship at the Sector 10 Tennis Stadium here.

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Webinar organized to.educate Sarpanch's & Panch's of 14 Villages of Sanour block about National Lok Adalat

PATIALA: Under the supervision of Justice Ajay Tewari, Executive Chairman, Punjab State Legal Services Authority, Mohali and the able guidance of the District & Sessions Judge, cum Chairman, District Legal Services Authority, Patiala, Rajinder Aggarwal a webinar through Google Meet App was held by the Secretary, District Legal Services Authority, Patiala , Parminder Kaur with Panches, Sarpanches and Panchayat Secretaries of 14 villages of Sanaur Block here on Wednesday.

Panel Advocates attached with various courts start working to identify cases for disposal during National Lok Adalat

PATIALA: Following the directions of the District and Sessions Judge, Rajinder Aggarwal, the Panel Advocates attached with various Courts,in wake of the upcoming National Lok Adalat on July 10 have started to identify the cases in which compromise can be effected.

 Last date extended for applications from teachers for National Teacher Award

CHANDIGARH: The Punjab Government has extended the last date till July 10 for the online applications from teachers for the National Teacher Award-2021.

With arrest of Afghan nationals and 17 17 Kg heroin from Delhi, Punjab Police bust major drug racket

CHANDIGARH: The Punjab Police on Sunday busted another major drug supply chain with the arrest of four Afghan nationals and heroin seizure of 17 kgs, worth Rs 90 crore in the international market, from a unit in South Delhi.

GNDU to establish hostel for International students

AMRITSAR: Meetings of the Senate and Syndicate of the Guru Nanak Dev University were conducted both in the Hybrid mode with a large number of eminent personalities attended the meetings.

District and Sessions Judge Rajinder Aggarwal Devised A Novel Way to Make National Lok Adalat a Success

PATIALA:Amid decrease in footfall of the litigants in the Court Complex, due to Covid-19, to make sure the reach of benefits of coming National Lok Adalat to more people, District and Sessions Judge, Rajinder Aggarwal has devised a novel way.

India agrees to global tax framework on taxing multinationals

UNITED NATIONS: India has agreed to a pathbreaking international framework with 129 other countries for taxing multinationals that could impact its ability to tax them and have the potential to douse trade wars over taxing tech giants.

Drugs seized in Hyderabad, Yemen national among 2 held

HYDERABAD: The Prohibition and Excise department of Telangana busted a drug racket and arrested two peddlers including a Yemen national in Hyderabad on Thursday.

National Lok Adalat to be Held on July 10 in Patiala- Session Judge Rajinder Aggarwal

PATIALA: National Lok Adalat to be held in Patiala on July 10, 2021, said District and Sessions Judge, Patuala, Kuldeep Aggarwal.
Divulgiy the details, he said that under the supervision of Mr Justice Ajay Tewari, Executive Chairman, Punjab State Legal Services Authority, Mohali, a National Lok Adalat pertaining to all types of cases i.e.

National Gatka association to confer three prestigious Gatka awards: Grewal

ED attaches properties worth Rs 185 cr of Frost International

NEW DELHI:The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has attached properties worth Rs 185 crore of Frost International Limited and its promoters and directors and its group companies in connection with its money laundering probe.

International flights suspension extended till July 31

NEW DELHI:India on Wednesday extended the suspension on international commercial flight operations till July 31, 2021.In partial modification of circular dated 26-06-2020, the competent authority has further extended the validity of circular issued on the above subject... regarding scheduled international commercial passenger services to or from India till 2359 hrs IST of 31 July, 2021," the circular issued by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) said.

Sports Minister Rana Sodhi disburses training equipments worth Rs.95 lakh to 24 eminent national and international players

CHANDIGARH: To equip the sports persons of the state with the required paraphernalia for giving hard blow to their competitors, Punjab Sports and Youth Services Minister Rana Gurmit Singh Sodhi, on Tuesday, disbursed technical equipments to eminent national and international players of the state.

HP Police and National Law University signs MoU for institutional communication

SHIMLA: A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between Himachal Pradesh Police and National Law University, Shimla at Raj Bhavan today in the presence of Governor Bandaru Dattatraya, Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur and Chief Justice of Himachal Pradesh High Court Justice L. Narayana Swamy.

Police department organised rally the occasion of International Prohibition Day

AMRITSAR: : A rally was organized by the Police Department on the occasion of International Prohibition Day. The rally which was started from Novelty chowk and it was ended at police line here on Saturdsy NCC cadets also participated on this occasion.

Mansa Police appeals public on "International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking" to fighte Drug Menace

MANSA: On the day of "International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking," Senior Superintendent of Police Dr. Narinder Bhargav, IPS told that in compliance with the directions of Chief Minister of Punjab Capt. Amrinder Singh and Director General of Police, Punjab Shri Dinkar Gupta, IPS, "International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking" has been celebrated.

Punjab CM reiterates demand for national drug policy to tackle drugs smuggled from Pakistan

CHANDIGARH: Reiterating his demand for a National Drug Policy to tackle the scourge, Punjab Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh on Saturday underlined the need for more synergy between the STF, the Police and the Intelligence wing to eliminate drugs from the state.

Punjab Police marks ‘International Day against Drugs’ by organising awareness activities across the State

CHANDIGARH: In a bid to send strong message about the ill-effects of drugs, the Punjab Police, on the occasion of International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking on Saturday, organised various awareness activities to sensitise the people in all the districts across the state.

Ashu suspends four food inspectors for non disbursements wheat under National Food Security Act

CHANDIGARH: Food and Civil Supplies Minister Punjab Mr Bharat Bhushan Ashu today suspended four Food Inspectors posted at Sultanpur Lodhi for not disbursing wheat to eligible beneficiaries under National Food Security Act.

Eighteen Government School Students of Punjab selected for National Level Program 'Responsible Artificial Intelligence'

CHANDIGARH: Government schools under the leadership of Punjab Education Minister Mr. Vijay Inder Singla are continuously setting new milestones. Now, 18 students from government schools have been selected for the national level 'Responsible Artificial Intelligence' program.

Maharaja Bhupinder Singh Punjab Sports University observed International Yoga Day

PATIALA: Given the current circumstances imposed on us due to Covid 19, The Maharaja Bhupinder Singh Punjab Sports University, which is running two post graduate courses for Yoga, namely, the MSc Yoga (two years course) and the Post Graduate Diploma in Yoga (a one-year course), has decided to partner itself with the Everest Yoga Institute to organise a one-month Yoga awareness and practice program which is being run in a virtual mode across the globe in over 20 countries, said Lt. Gen. J S Cheema, Vice Chancellor.

Balbir Sidhu issues appointment letters to 166 Up-Vedyas on International Yoga Day

CHANDIGARH: On the occasion of 'International Yoga Day', Punjab Government today recruited 166 Up-Vedayas on a regular basis in Directorate of Ayurveda.

International Yoga Day: Malaika Arora says yoga is 'a way of life' for her now

MUMBAI: On the occasion of International Day of Yoga on Monday, Malaika Arora draws focus on yoga and urges fans to integrate the form of fitness as a part of their in their lives.

Indian, Chinese nationals missing in Nepal flash flood

KATHMANDU: Indian and Chinese nationals are among the 15 people reported missing after a flash flood in the Nepal's Melamchi River wreaked havoc at the Melamchi Bazaar and other low lying areas along the Indrawati river basin in Sindhupalchowk district, a media report said.

New Indian IT Rules do not conform with international norms: UN Special Rapporteurs

NEW DELHI: Experts at United Nations Office of the Human Rights Commissioner have said in a report that it is concerned that Indias Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021, in their current form, do not conform with international human rights norms.

Indian, Chinese nationals missing in Nepal flash flood

KATHMANDU: Indian and Chinese nationals are among the 15 people reported missing after a flash flood in the Nepal's Melamchi River wreaked havoc at the Melamchi Bazaar and other low lying areas along the Indrawati river basin in Sindhupalchowk district, a media report said.

Fugitive international gangster arrested by Bihar Police

PATNA: An international criminal wanted in over a dozen cases of heinous crimes including murder, kidnapping, extortion, and bomb blasts was arrested by the Bihar Police on Thursday.

9th national Gatka games to be held at Guru Har Sahai: Rana Sodhi

GURU HAR SAHAI: The 9th National Gatka Championship which was postponed in the last year due to Covid-19 pandemic, is now scheduled to be held at Guru Harsahai this year.

National scheduled caste alliance urges union govt to enhance income slab for Sc's in the country

CHANDIGARH: The National Scheduled Caste Alliance (NSCA) today urged the union government headed by Mr. Narendra Modi to immediately enhance the income slabs for the scheduled castes of the country keeping in view their present plight.

Rana Sodhi directs to open Punjab stadiums for national and international players

CHANDIGARH: In view of rapidly declining corona cases, Punjab Sports, Youth Services and NRI Affairs Minister Rana Gurmit Singh Sodhi on Wednesday directed the Sports Department to open all the stadiums of the state for the players desirous to participate in national and international sporting events.

International prices to help steelmakers tide over 2nd Covid wave: ICRA

NEW DELHI:Supportive international prices are expected to help domestic steelmakers tide over the second Covid wave, ratings agency ICRA said.
Besides, ICRA expects domestic demand to recover in the coming months with the gradual lifting of lockdowns and mobility restrictions in India during June 2021 and improving vaccination coverage.

Punjab Education Dept directs school heads to ensure student participation on the International Yoga Day

CHANDIGARH: The Punjab School Education Department has directed the school heads to ensure the participation of the students on the occasion of International Yoga Day.

Now Covishield will administer after 28 days to persons intending to undertake international travel: Balbir Sidhu

CHANDIGARH: The Health Minister Mr. Balbir Singh Sidhu said that now second dose of Covishield Vaccine will be administered prior to prescribe time interval after 28 days to persons who undertake international travel for specific purposes.

CUPB celebrated World Oceans Day by organizing a Webinar and International Quiz

BATHINDA: The Dept. of Botany, Central University of Punjab, Bathinda (CUPB) celebrated World Oceans Day by organizing a Webinar on the topic ‘Planet Earth’s Oceans: Its flywheel’ and an International Quiz. The theme of Oceans Day Celebrations was ‘The Ocean life and livelihoods’. The invited speaker of the programme was Prof. Vinod Kumar Gaur, Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Award Winner (1979) and Former Secretary, Ministry of Earth Sciences, Government of India. This programme was part of the UN World Oceans Day celebrations.

MRSPTU Bathinda inks MoU with Wayne state university USA under international exchange programme

CHANDIGARH: In line with its international exchange programme to enable the students of best practices in the technical education sector on both sides, Maharaja Ranjit Singh Punjab Technical University (MRSPTU) has signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Wayne State University (USA).

Punjab Government invites online applications from teachers for National Teacher Award

CHANDIGARH: The Punjab Government has invited the online applications from teachers for the National Teacher Award-2021.

 Vet Varsity Scientists bring laurels at International Conference

LUDHIANA: Dr RS Sethi, Professor and Head, Department of Animal Biotechnology, College of Animal Biotechnology, Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana has been appointed as Adjunct professor in the Department of Veterinary Biomedical Sciences, Western College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Saskatchewan, Canada for four years.

Vet Varsity Academician awarded with Fellow of National Society

LUDHIANA: Dr. Jasbir Singh Bedi, Director, Centre for One Health, Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (GADVASU) has been awarded with the Fellow of Indian Association of Veterinary Public Health Specialist (IAVPHS) (India) for his valuable contribution in the field of veterinary public health and epidemiology.

Punjab Biodiversity Board and PSCST commemorate international day for Biological diversity

CHANDIGARH: Punjab Biodiversity Board and Punjab State Council for Science & Technology (PSCST) jointly commemorated UN proclaimed International Day for Biological Diversity, 2021 on the theme of “We're part of the solution #ForNature" by organizing two days’ ‘Expert Lectures Series on Conserving threatened Fauna (Animals) of the State in Climate Scenario’ which culminated on 26th May , 2021.

National level wrestler arrested for robbery, bootlegging

NEW DELHI: Manjeet, a former national level gold medalist in wrestling, and member of the dreaded Kaushal gang, has been arrested for robbery and illegal supply of liquor, Delhi Police said on Thursday.

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