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CBSE Postpones Class 10 and 12 Board Exams in Middle East Amid Iran-Israel Conflict
01 Mar

CBSE Postpones Class 10 and 12 Board Exams in Middle East Amid Iran-Israel Conflict

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, World News, , , ,
New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh)— In a major disruption for thousands of Indian expatriate students, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has postponed the Class 10 and Class 12 board examinations scheduled for Monday, March 2, 2026, across the Middle East. The decision comes as the region grapples with severe instability following the recent escalation in the Iran-Israel conflict and the subsequent closure of regional airspaces. CBSE Examination Controller Sanyam Bhardwaj confirmed on Sunday that the postponement affects exam centres in Bahrain, Iran, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE). "Due to the current situation in…
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Factory Explosion in Maharashtra’s Nagpur District Leaves at Least 15 Dead, 18 Critically Injured
01 Mar

Factory Explosion in Maharashtra’s Nagpur District Leaves at Least 15 Dead, 18 Critically Injured

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia,
Gurpreet Singh :- At least 15 people were killed and 18 others sustained critical injuries following a massive explosion at a factory in the Nagpur district of Maharashtra, authorities confirmed on Tuesday. The blast, which occurred during operational hours, triggered panic in the surrounding industrial area and caused significant structural damage to the facility. According to preliminary reports, the explosion was so powerful that parts of the factory building collapsed, trapping several workers under debris. Emergency response teams, including fire brigade units and disaster management personnel, rushed to the site in Nagpur shortly after the incident. Rescue operations continued for…
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Punjab, Chandigarh witness April-like heat, dry weather to persist this week
01 Mar

Punjab, Chandigarh witness April-like heat, dry weather to persist this week

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab,
Gurpreet Singh :- Punjab and Chandigarh are experiencing unusually warm conditions, with daytime temperatures resembling those typically seen in April and May. While mornings and evenings remain slightly cool, the mercury has risen significantly during the day. According to the Meteorological Department, dry weather conditions will continue on Sunday, accompanied by strong surface winds throughout the day. The pre-monsoon period has also begun and will continue until May. Over the past 24 hours, the maximum temperature has increased by 0.6 degrees Celsius and is currently running 5.1 degrees above normal. Faridkot and Bathinda recorded the highest maximum temperatures in the state…
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Flights Grounded, Airspace Shut as Strikes on Iran Trigger Global Travel Warnings
28 Feb

Flights Grounded, Airspace Shut as Strikes on Iran Trigger Global Travel Warnings

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsWorld News, , , ,
New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): International air travel across the Middle East was thrown into chaos after military strikes on Iran prompted emergency airspace closures and sweeping flight cancellations. The sudden escalation forced airlines to halt or reroute services to avoid conflict zones, leaving thousands of passengers stranded and disrupting major global routes linking Europe, Asia, and the Gulf. Civil aviation authorities in Iran and neighboring countries restricted or shut down their skies following the strikes, citing security risks to civilian aircraft. Flights to and from Israel, Iran, Iraq, and parts of the Gulf were either suspended or diverted. Several major…
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South Asia’s Largest Cattle Feed Plant Operational in Punjab; CM Mann Hails ₹300 Crore Cargill Facility
28 Feb

South Asia’s Largest Cattle Feed Plant Operational in Punjab; CM Mann Hails ₹300 Crore Cargill Facility

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , , ,
Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): In a major stride for Punjab’s dairy and agro economy, the Bhagwant Mann Government has brought into operation Cargill’s ₹300 crore cattle feed plant at Industrial Park, Wazirabad in Mandi Gobindgarh, the largest of its kind in South Asia. The commissioning of this mega facility marks a significant industrial achievement ahead of the Progressive Punjab Investors’ Summit 2026 and reflects the growing faith of global investors in Punjab. The state-of-the-art plant strengthens Punjab’s agro-industrial ecosystem, generates employment, and delivers direct benefits to farmers through improved milk yield and higher dairy productivity. The project underscores the Punjab Government’s…
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Punjab Govt Announces ₹1 Crore Ex-Gratia and Job for Families of Martyred ASI Gurnam Singh and Ashok Kumar
28 Feb

Punjab Govt Announces ₹1 Crore Ex-Gratia and Job for Families of Martyred ASI Gurnam Singh and Ashok Kumar

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , , ,
Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Leaders of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Punjab, including Cabinet Ministers Lal Chand Kataruchak and Laljit Singh Bhullar, on Saturday visited the native village Gadarian in Dinanagar of martyr ASI Gurnam Singh to express their condolences and stand in solidarity with the bereaved family. Accompanying them were party Working President and Batala MLA Aman Sher Singh Sherry Kalsi and Dera Baba Nanak MLA Gurdeep Singh Randhawa. The leaders conveyed the assurance of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann that the Punjab Government stands firmly with the family in this hour of grief and will extend every possible support.…
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“Khed Pitara”: Bhagwant Mann Govt Unveils Rs 9.3 Crore Play-Based Learning Initiative for 7.5 Lakh Primary Students
28 Feb

“Khed Pitara”: Bhagwant Mann Govt Unveils Rs 9.3 Crore Play-Based Learning Initiative for 7.5 Lakh Primary Students

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , ,
Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): In a transformative step that reflects a bold and forward-looking vision for Punjab’s future, the Punjab Government under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann is set to introduce ‘Khed Pitara’, a comprehensive play-based learning kit, across Government Primary Schools to ensure joyful and meaningful learning for young students. Far more than a classroom intervention, this initiative represents a long-term investment in Punjab’s human capital. By focusing on children between the ages of 3 and 8, the Bhagwant Singh Mann Government is strengthening the very foundation of learning at a stage that determines future academic success,…
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“Mother of All Deals”: India and EU Release Final Draft of FTA, Granting Mutual “Most Favoured Nation” Status
28 Feb

“Mother of All Deals”: India and EU Release Final Draft of FTA, Granting Mutual “Most Favoured Nation” Status

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, World News, , , ,
New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma/Gurpreet Singh)— In a historic leap for global commerce, India and the European Union (EU) on Friday, February 27, 2026, released the final draft text of their long-awaited Free Trade Agreement (FTA). The proposed pact, hailed by trade experts as the "Mother of All Deals," includes a landmark provision granting both parties "Most Favoured Nation" (MFN) status for a five-year period from the date the agreement officially comes into effect. This strategic alignment ensures that India and the 27-nation bloc will provide each other with the same preferential trade benefits—including reduced tariffs and advantageous regulatory treatment—that they…
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PM Narendra Modi Launches Nationwide HPV Vaccination Campaign in Ajmer to Combat Cervical Cancer
28 Feb

PM Narendra Modi Launches Nationwide HPV Vaccination Campaign in Ajmer to Combat Cervical Cancer

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, , , ,
Ajmer (Gurpreet Singh)— In a major step toward enhancing women’s health security, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday, February 28, 2026, launched a nationwide Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination campaign from Kayad in Ajmer. The initiative, aimed at eliminating cervical cancer in India, specifically targets 14-year-old girls across the country. During the high-profile inauguration, several young beneficiaries were administered the vaccine in the Prime Minister's presence, followed by an interactive session where he emphasized the importance of preventive healthcare. The campaign utilizes the "Gardasil 4" vaccine, a quadrivalent HPV vaccine administered in a single-dose format. Health officials confirmed that this specific…
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