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Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann expressed concern over the state's utilization of central funds, revealing that only Rs 3,000 crore out of the allocated Rs 11,000 crore for various departments have been utilized in the current fiscal year. In a meeting with administrative secretaries from all departments at his residence, CM Mann sought explanations on how the remaining Rs 8,000 crore could be saved from lapsing. During the meeting, the administrative secretaries informed the CM that they anticipate utilizing the remaining funds in the next four months of the fiscal year. They explained that most tenders for projects have been…

As winter envelops us in its chilly grip, many of us grapple with a common foe – chapped lips. The harsh cold and dry air can be merciless on our tender lip skin, resulting in dryness, cracks, and sometimes pain. Despite the instinct to moisten our lips with saliva in an attempt to restore moisture, this practice can be counterproductive. To ensure that our lips remain smooth and supple even in the harshest winter conditions, we sought advice from an expert on winter lip care. Chapped lips in the winter season typically arise from a combination of factors, including cold…

Shahana| A doctor has been arrested by the police in connection with the tragic suicide of a female medical student in Kerala. The arrest comes two days after the incident that shocked the state. The doctor allegedly withdrew from their marriage proposal because the student's family couldn't meet the substantial dowry demand. The victim, Shahana, a 26-year-old postgraduate student in the surgery department, was discovered unconscious at her apartment and declared dead upon arrival at the hospital on Tuesday. The family claims that Shahana took her own life due to the immense dowry requested by the groom's family. Based on…

New Delhi| During a BJP parliamentary party meeting, Prime Minister Narendra Modi commended the party's triumph in Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, and Rajasthan, attributing it to effective teamwork. Emphasizing the importance of sustaining this collaborative effort, especially in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections early next year, Modi received a warm welcome with a standing ovation and was honored by BJP national president J P Nadda. In his address at the inaugural BJP Parliamentary party gathering post the Assembly election victory, Modi asserted that the election outcomes underscored the BJP's ability to secure re-election based on its governance track record. According to…

Live updates from the Winter Session of Parliament 2023: External Affairs Minister Jaishankar addresses concerns about information sharing, highlighting that the US provided intelligence while Canada did not, emphasizing the absence of any question regarding equitable treatment in relation to Pannun and Nijjar 'plots.' In anticipation of today's parliamentary session, Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives a standing ovation at the BJP Parliamentary Party meeting, celebrating the party's success in the recent Assembly polls. The BJP national president acknowledges Modi's achievements, and in his address, Modi emphasizes that the victory is a collective one, discouraging the use of formal titles like…

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) is set to address the matter of Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, a Khalistani terrorist, during the upcoming visit of FBI Director Christopher Wray to India next week. Sources indicate that discussions with Wray will likely take place in the national capital, where he is expected to meet officials from both the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and NIA. The visit is significant as it coincides with an ongoing US federal investigation into an alleged plot to assassinate Pannun on American soil, leading to accusations against an Indian national and an Indian agency official. US Ambassador Eric…

New Delhi| Amit Shah is set to present two bills, the Jammu and Kashmir Reservation (Amendment) Bill, 2023, and the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill, 2023, in the Rajya Sabha during the fourth day of the ongoing Winter Session. These bills, which were previously approved by the Lok Sabha, aim to amend the Jammu and Kashmir Reservation Act, 2004, and the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act, 2019, respectively. The Jammu and Kashmir Reservation (Amendment) Bill, 2023, introduced in the Lok Sabha on July 26, 2023, proposes changes to the 2004 Act, providing for job and education reservations for Scheduled…

US: A shooting incident at the University of Nevada campus in Las Vegas resulted in three fatalities and one individual sustaining serious injuries, on December 7, 2023. The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department confirmed the casualties and mentioned that the suspected shooter was also found deceased. According to authorities, the victims were transported to local hospitals, and the alleged shooter on the campus was discovered and confirmed deceased. Evacuations were ongoing, and the University Police Services urged individuals on campus to stay in secure locations until the area was declared safe, characterizing the situation as an `active investigation.` The incident…

A shooting spree across two Texas cities, Austin and San Antonio, resulted in six fatalities and three injuries, including two police officers. The incidents unfolded on Tuesday, with a man and a woman in their 50s found dead at a residence near the 6400 block of Port Royal Street in San Antonio. Bexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar indicated that the belief is the couple was killed before the series of shootings in Austin. The Austin Police Department informed Bexar County officials that the suspect in the Austin shootings had ties to the residence on Port Royal Street. Authorities in Austin…

Chandigarh| Almost a month following the Supreme Court's ruling that governors cannot delay state Bills, Punjab Governor Banwarilal Purohit has now set aside three pending Bills for the President's consideration. All three Bills are contentious, with The Punjab Universities Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2023 being particularly noteworthy as it seeks to eliminate the Governor's role as the chancellor of universities in the state. The other two Bills are The Sikh Gurudwaras (Amendment) Bill, 2023 and The Punjab Police (Amendment) Bill, 2023. The former aims to establish an independent mechanism for appointing the police chief, while the latter seeks to diminish a specific…