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Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney delivered a nationally televised address to outline Canada's position following the breakdown of trade talks with the United States, announcing that Ottawa's "dollar-for-dollar" retaliatory tariffs against $20 billion worth of American goods would take effect on September 8.
CHANDIGARH: Age is no bar for learning and following your childhood passion , said Suman Bansal .She at the age of 67 has won four medals in recently held 51st Chandigarh State Shooting Champion including 2 gold medals, one silver medal and one bronze medal. Suman Bansal She had passion for shooting since his school time after she attended a NCC camp and had an ambition in mind for shooting, but…
LATUR: Police in Maharashtra’s Latur district have registered a case against Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) convenor Abhijeet Dipke and others for allegedly entering a government school without permission, disrupting official work and threatening teachers. The First Information Report (FIR) was lodged at Ausa police station on a complaint filed by Sayyed Shamshadbano Khairatali (53), a teacher at a…
AMRITSAR: Giani Kuldip Singh Gargajj Jathedar Akal Takhat has strongly condemned the incident in which a man entered Nanaksar Gurdwara Sahib in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, and injured Sikh sewadars (attendants). Expressing concern over the incident, he said that according to information received from the gurdwara management, the accused had also moved towards Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji (the Sikh…
CHANDIGARH: The Cultural Committee of Government College of Commerce and Business Administration (GCCBA), Sector 50, Chandigarh, organised a vibrant Talent Hunt and Teej Celebration in the college campus. The programme was organised under the esteemed guidance and inspiring leadership of the Principal, Dr. Sangam Kapoor, whose unwavering support and encouragement were instrumental in making the…
MOAHLI: Books, stories and the joy of reading have taken centre stage in Mohali as Kitab Lovers’ popular ‘Load The Box’ Book Fair has begun at Mohali Walk, Sector 62. The 9-day book fair, being held from August 22 to August 30, 2026, is open daily from 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM, offering book lovers an opportunity to discover and take home a wide range of books at affordable prices. Speaking about the…
CHANDIGARH: The PU-IIT Ropar Regional Accelerator for Holistic Innovations Foundation (PI-RAHI), Northern Science & Technology Cluster, in collaboration with Panjab University and Integrated DNA Technologies (IDT), organized a two-day workshop on “Advanced Oligonucleotide Design & Molecular Assay Development: From Primers to Sequencing Panels.” The workshop brought together scientists, clinicians,…
CHANDIGARH: Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Saturday said that his Punjab counterpart Bhagwant Mann “is merely passing his time by cracking jokes”. He asked CM Mann to explain what happened to the promises made by the Aam Aadmi Party to women and youth during the last elections. The Aam Aadmi Party had promised to provide Rs 1,000 every month to women, and nearly five years of the…
AMRITSAR: The second phase of the Miri-Piri Khalsa March, initiated under the patronage of Sri Akal Takht Sahib, will begin tomorrow, August 23, from Takht Sri Damdama Sahib, Talwandi Sabo, for Takht Sri Kesgarh Sahib, Sri Anandpur Sahib, in accordance with Panthic traditions. During the second phase, the Khalsa March will pass through various villages, towns and cities of the Malwa and Puadh…
· How many SSPs, Commissioners have been held responsible for drug deaths: Warring CHANDIGARH : Punjab Congress president Amarinder Singh Raja Warring today said that the problem of drug addiction in Punjab had quadrupled during the Aam Aadmi Party government. He said, what to speak of finishing the problem, under the AAP, it has assumed dangerous proportions with every family either affected or…
The excitement is building up as the Sher-e-Punjab T20 League 2026 is all set to begin on August 30 at the I.S. Bindra Stadium in Chandigarh. Six teams will battle it out for the coveted title, with some of Punjab’s finest cricketing talent set to take centre stage.
Priyanka Chopra has been ruling the silver screen for more than 2 decades now, but did you know that during her interaction with actress Simi Garewal on the popular chat show, 'Rendezvous with Simi Garewal', the 'Desi Girl' had revealed what she does not like about Bollywood.
Ashok Kumar Bal, who authored the book 'Bespoken', based on the life and works of Prof. Andrew M. Ramroop, Indian origin owner of London's Maurice Sedwell and founder of Savile Row Bespoke Academy, remarked that the latter's story is no less than a modern epic.
Former Rajasthan Chief Minister, Ashok Gehlot, has criticised the Narendra Modi government over the large-scale blending of ethanol with petrol, alleging that the decision was taken without adequate preparation and that its consequences were being borne by the common people on multiple fronts.
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Saturday showcased the state’s rapid transformation and investment potential at the World Leaders Forum, organised by Economic Times, in New Delhi.
Reaffirming the Punjab Government's commitment to supporting daughters from economically weaker and underprivileged families in beginning a new chapter of life with dignity, the Punjab Government, under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, has released financial assistance amounting to ₹383.52 crore to 75,199 beneficiaries under the Ashirwad Scheme during the financial years…
Former England captain Ben Stokes has described the decision to exclude Headingley from the 2027 men's Ashes schedule as ‘shambolic,’ as he joined the growing criticism from players and commentators over the absence of a northern venue for the high-profile series.
The makers of the forthcoming drama 'Prem Keetanu' treated the fans to the first track from the upcoming film, 'Undi Bundi'.
Veteran actress Tanuja once revealed how she reacted after seeing herself on screen for the first time. During her appearance on the popular chat show, 'Jeena Isi Ka Naam Hai', Tanuja had revealed that after she first saw the rushes of her debut film she thought she sounded really bad.
The United States and Canada failed to reach a trade deal, and the White House said that it would impose 50 per cent tariffs on certain imports from Canada.
DHURI: Students of Guru Teg Bahadur (GTB) Public School, Bararwal, brought laurels to their school and the region with an impressive performance in badminton during the district-level school sports competitions being held at the local Police Lines, Sangrur. In the Under-14 girls’ badminton competition, the school’s talented students Mansirat Kaur (daughter of Rupinder Singh) and Charul (daughter…
AMRITSAR : The Post Graduate Department of Journalism and Mass Communication (DJMC), Khalsa University, Amritsar (KUA), in collaboration with Khalsa College, Amritsar (KCA), organized a special guest lecture on the occasion of World Photography Day. The theme of the session was “Capture the Moment, Tell Your Story.” The programme was held at the Seminar Hall of the Sikh History Research Centre.…
LUDHIANA: The Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) Landscape Nursery has made available a wide range of colorful chrysanthemum, commonly known as Guldaudi, at highly subsidized rates for flower lovers. Known as the “Autumn Queen,” chrysanthemum is one of the most popular winter-season flowers. The plant is available in a wide variety of colors, shapes and sizes, with blooms ranging from small…
LUDHIANA: The Oilseeds Section, Department of Plant Breeding and Genetics, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, has been conferred the Best Performer Award under the All India Coordinated Research Project (AICRP) on Rapeseed-Mustard for its outstanding research performance and significant contribution to rapeseed-mustard improvement at the national level. The award was presented during…
MUMBAI: Renowned actor and UNICEF India National Ambassador Ayushmann Khurrana visited Jalna in Maharashtra, where he met children and families affected by seasonal migration and delivered a strong message about ensuring a safe and secure childhood. Under UNICEF-supported kinship and community care programmes, children are being supported within family and community settings, with a focus on their…
NEW DELHI: The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Friday confirmed that there are 22 Indian citizens on board two foreign-flagged vessels that have reportedly been hijacked by pirates off the coast of Somalia. The Eritrea-flagged oil products tanker MT Sibu 1, carrying 20 crew members - including 16 Indian nationals, one Syrian, one Sudanese and one Iraqi - was reportedly hijacked on Thursday…
CHANDIGARH: Bharatiya Janata Party Punjab State President Kewal Singh Dhillon has strongly condemned the remarks by Congress leaders describing Sajjan Kumar, an accused in the 1984 anti-Sikh massacre, as a “role model.” He said that this statement by Congress leaders once again exposes the party’s anti-Sikh mindset. Dhillon said that even after 42 years of the horrific and painful 1984 Sikh…
CHANDIGARH : Shiromani Akali Dal chief spokesperson Arshdeep Singh Kler hit back at the legal notice sent by Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann’s OSD Rajveer Ghuman to Bikram Singh Majithia, saying that the notice was not a legal process but a calculated conspiracy to suppress the voice of truth and divert the attention of the people of Punjab. Kler said, “Rajveer Singh, in your interviews and in…
AMRITSAR : The Post Graduate Department of Journalism and Mass Communication (DJMC), Khalsa University, Amritsar (KUA), in collaboration with Khalsa College, Amritsar (KCA), organized a special guest lecture on the occasion of World Photography Day. The theme of the session was “Capture the Moment, Tell Your Story.” The programme was held at the Seminar Hall of the Sikh History Research Centre.…
AMRITSAR : Punjab BJP Spokesperson Prof. Sarchand Singh Khiala has termed Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann's biographical documentary "From Satoj to Parliament" as a politically motivated publicity exercise aimed at the 2027 Punjab Assembly elections. He said the people of Punjab do not need a promotional film but an honest report card of the government's four-and-a-half years in office. Prof. Khiala…
The rise of organised gangs in Punjab and Haryana has taken on a transnational character, with gangs such as the Lawrence Bishnoi network demonstrating how criminal syndicates can operate across borders even when their leaders are lodged in Indian jails, and the challenge now extends beyond street-level policing to disrupting their communication, recruitment, finances and overseas operations,…
The Punjab Government, led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, is working expeditiously to promote the horticulture sector and enhance farmers’ income. In line with this objective, Horticulture Minister Mohinder Bhagat on Thursday held a review meeting with officials in Chandigarh to assess the progress of the Horticulture Department and various development projects.
Former Sri Lanka captain and 1996 Men’s ODI World Cup winner Hashan Tillakaratne has been appointed as the batting coach of the senior men's national program, Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) announced on Friday.
Actors Jr NTR, Vishnu Manchu and director and choreographer Prabhu Deva have offered their condolences to the late actress Sowcar Janaki, who passed away on Friday at the age of 94.
Indian equity markets ended on a mixed note on Friday, with the benchmark indices largely flat as global equities retreated following a rebound in bond yields, while rising crude oil prices amid simmering tensions between the US and Iran kept investors cautious.
Delhi Lieutenant Governor (L-G) T.S. Sandhu on Friday reviewed the progress on reforms to reduce compliance load on common citizens and enhance ease of living through deregulation.
Jammu and Kashmir Lt. Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday urged the youth to find region-specific solutions and not replicate foreign models, even as the agriculture and allied sectors represent the next frontier of innovation worldwide.
The Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) and family members of those killed during the 1984 anti-Sikh riots lashed out at Congress MP Deepender Singh Hooda after he called former party MP Sajjan Kumar's death "an irreplaceable loss", asking him to be "ashamed" of his remark.
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Friday directed the Chief Secretary to initiate immediate action to suspend the City Superintendent of Police (CSP) in Katni, taking serious note of a matter related to law and order.
As part of the Bhagwant Mann Government’s campaign against drugs, ‘Yudh Nashean Virudh,’ schools across Punjab have been asked to undertake a structured series of activities to create awareness among students about the risks and consequences of drug abuse and promote healthier, drug-free lifestyles as part of this ongoing initiative.
AMRITSAR: Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) President Advocate Harjinder Singh Dhami has strongly condemned the incident of vandalism of buses operated by the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) last night to take the devotees from India and abroad to visit various Gurdwaras at Sachkhand Sri Harmandir Sahib. Advocate Dhami said that the act of damaging the services related…
AMRITSAR: Punjab BJP spokesperson and Sikh thinker Prof. Sarchand Singh Khiala said he supports the premature release of the Bandi Singhs (Sikh prisoners serving long-term sentences), subject to the due legal process. He said the notification issued by Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government in 2019 regarding the Bandi Singhs, directing the concerned states to initiate the constitutional…
CHANDIGARH: L&T Finance Ltd. (LTF), one of the leading retail financiers in the country, introduced three new TV commercials (TVC) with the tagline, ‘Koi Bhi Sapna Hold Mat Karo, L&T Finance Gold Loan Karo,’ featuring its brand ambassador, Jasprit Bumrah in Chandigarh. Through this campaign, LTF will drive awareness for its Gold Loan offerings and empower individuals, micro-entrepreneurs, and…
Punjab Social Security, Women and Child Development Minister Dr. Baljit Kaur today said that the Punjab Government, under the leadership of Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Singh Mann, has already released ₹1,785.29 crore during the current financial year (2026-27) under the Old Age Pension Scheme as part of the 'Sade Bazurg Sada Maan' campaign. She said the sustained financial assistance reflects the…
England’s seam-bowling all-rounder Sam Curran's hopes of making a Test comeback have been dealt a significant blow after he was ruled out for the remainder of the home season due to groin surgery.
Actress Urvashi Dholakia shared a glimpse of her London getaway with filmmaker and producer Ekta Kapoor, giving a peek into their friendship and travel diaries.
Actor Sohail Khan’s ex-wife, Seema Sajdeh has said that the actor is an extremely private person, and likes to keep to himself. She also opened up about her approach to relationships and shared that, while she remains open to companionship someday, she is currently completely comfortable being on her own.
Actor and narrator Vijay Vikram Singh has said that it is “very difficult” to imagine Bigg Boss without Salman Khan, given the superstar’s long-standing association with the reality show.
The benchmark equity indices snapped their recent losing streak on Thursday, with the Nifty ending a seven-session decline and the Sensex reversing a four-day fall, supported by gains in realty, private banking and IT stocks.
Tension prevailed at Jadavpur University in Kolkata following clashes between two rival student groups, prompting Vice-Chancellor Chiranjib Bhattacharya to hint at the possibility of setting up a permanent police outpost on the campus to maintain law and order.
