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27 Feb

First Cases of H5N1 Bird Flu Found in Domestic Cats in Madhya Pradesh

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsPunjabavian influenza, bird flu, domestic cats, H5N1, Madhya Pradesh

Bhopal, February 27, 2025 – In a first for India, domestic cats in Madhya Pradesh’s Chhindwara district have tested positive for the H5N1 avian influenza virus. However, officials confirmed that their owners remain unaffected. The virus was detected in three to four cats whose samples were sent to the ICAR-National Institute of High-Security Animal Diseases (NIHSAD) in Bhopal in January. Following the positive results, health authorities quarantined and monitored the owners, but all tested negative for the virus. While this ensures that human transmission has not yet been detected, experts remain cautious about potential risks. Scientists from NIHSAD and the…

27 Feb

DIG Ropar Range and SSP Mohali Inaugurate Modern Beat Box cum PCR/Traffic Booth in Zirakpur

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsPunjabDIG Ropar, PCR, SSP Mohali, Traffic Booth

Zirakpur/Mohali, February 27, 2025: The Punjab Police continues to modernize and upgrade its services with the inauguration of another Modern Beat Box cum PCR/Traffic Booth at Chatt lights in Zirakpur. The event was graced by DIG Ropar Range S. H S Bhullar and SSP Mohali Sh. Deepak Pareek, who were present to officially open the new facility.The inauguration ceremony was held on the orders of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, who has been actively pushing for the modernization of the Punjab Police. In his speech, DIG Bhullar emphasized the importance of this new facility in enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of…

27 Feb

Punjab Approves New Excise Policy for 2025-26, Targets ₹11,020 Crore Revenue

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabBhagwant Mann, e-tendering, liquor vends, Punjab excise policy

Chandigarh, February 27, 2025 – The Punjab cabinet, led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, has approved the excise policy for 2025-26, aiming to boost revenue by ₹800 crore over the previous year. The government has set a target of ₹11,020 crore in excise duty collection for the upcoming fiscal year, Finance Minister Harpal Cheema announced. Key Highlights of the Excise Policy Return to E-Tendering for Liquor Vends: The government is reverting to its 2022 policy of allotting liquor vends through e-tenders, ensuring transparency in the process.Open Quota for IMFL Continues: The policy will maintain an open quota for Indian Made…

27 Feb

Punjab & Haryana HC Slams Man for Challenging Rs 5,000 Maintenance to Elderly Mother

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabElderly Maintenance, Family Dispute, Punjab High Court

Chandigarh, February 27, 2025 – The Punjab and Haryana High Court has strongly criticized a man from Sangrur, Punjab, for challenging a family court’s order directing him to pay ₹5,000 per month as maintenance to his 77-year-old widowed mother. The court labeled it a "classic case of ‘Kalyug' in action" and imposed a ₹50,000 fine on the petitioner. Court Denounces Son’s Attempt to Evade Responsibility The case involved Sikander Singh, who moved the HC against a ruling that required him and his late brother’s widow, Amarjit Kaur, to each pay ₹5,000 to their mother, Surjit Kaur. Justice Jasgurpreet Singh Puri…

27 Feb

NHAI Terminates Ceigall India Limited’s Amritsar Connectivity Project Contract

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, PunjabAmritsar, Punjab News

Amritsar (National Times) – Ceigall India Limited has announced the termination of its contract with the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) for the construction of a four-lane Greenfield Amritsar connectivity project. The project, executed in partnership with Ms Krishna Constructions, was intended to link Amritsar with the Delhi-Amritsar-Katra Expressway. The termination was officially communicated by NHAI through letter No. NHAI/PIU/ASK/DAK/PKg-1/File-207962, dated February 25, 2025. The contract was ended under Clause 3.4 of the agreement, primarily due to insufficient land acquisition along the designated project stretch. Despite Ceigall India Limited’s request to revoke the termination, NHAI upheld its decision. However,…

27 Feb

Elon Musk’s Grok AI Sparks Debate by Favoring Sikhism in Hypothetical Religious Supremacy Question

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabGrok AI, Punjab, Sikhism

Chandigarh (National Times): A recent interaction on social media platform X has stirred discussions about religion, governance, and AI decision-making. When user @x/gurkarn_gill posed a thought-provoking question to Elon Musk's AI system, Grok—asking which religious supremacy should rule over Earth—the AI's response favoring Sikhism ignited widespread debate. Grok's reasoning emphasized Sikhism's core values of equality and selfless service, citing the teachings of the Guru Granth Sahib and the tradition of langar, where free meals are offered to all regardless of background. The AI noted, “It’s less about domination and more about coexistence,” advocating for governance based on unity and justice…

27 Feb

Punjab Government Makes Punjabi Compulsory in All Schools Across the State

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabPunjab, Punjab News, Punjab School

Chandigarh (National Times): In a major decision to promote Punjabi language and culture, the Punjab government has made it mandatory for all schools in the state—regardless of their affiliation—to teach Punjabi as a main subject. Punjabi Now a Compulsory Subject in All Boards As per the new directive, all schools affiliated with the Punjab School Education Board (PSEB), Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), and Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) must ensure Punjabi is part of the curriculum as a primary subject. Announcing the decision, Punjab Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains stated that the AAP-led state government…

26 Feb

YFC Rurka Kalan and GA Foundation Partner to Launch Multi-Sports Facility, Expanding Opportunities for Football Players

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabGA Foundation, Multi Sports Complex, YFC Rurka Kalan

Chandigarh, February 26: In a major boost to grassroots football development, YFC Rurka Kalan and Generation Amazing Foundation have joined hands to establish a state-of-the-art multi-sports facility. This initiative aims to nurture young talent and provide aspiring footballers with top-tier training and world-class infrastructure. The agreement for the Generation Amazing Community Club (GACC) multi-sports facility was signed in Chandigarh today, marking a significant step in advancing sports culture in Punjab. The signing ceremony saw the presence of Member of Parliament Malwinder Singh Kang, with GA Foundation’s Executive Director Jassim Al Ali and Youth Football Club (YFC) Rurka Kalan’s President Gurmangal…

26 Feb

CBSE Confirms Punjabi and Other Languages in 2025-26 Board Exams After Past Controversy

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsPunjabBoard Exams, CBSE, Punjabi Controversy

New Delhi, February 26, 2025 – The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has officially reaffirmed that Punjabi, along with several other languages, will continue to be offered in the 2025-26 academic session. This clarification follows concerns over previous controversies regarding Punjabi’s exclusion from CBSE's syllabus.The issue first gained attention when reports suggested that Punjabi was not included in CBSE's subject list, sparking backlash from educators, political leaders, and the Punjab government. Many saw this as an attempt to sideline the language, leading to widespread protests and demands for its reinstatement. CBSE later clarified that Punjabi had not been removed…

26 Feb

CBSE Faces Backlash for Excluding Punjabi from Board Exam Policy

nishuthapar10 CommentsPunjabCBSE

Chandigarh (National Times): The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has sparked controversy after its new draft policy for Class 10 and 12 board exams failed to include Punjabi (code 004) as a second language, while all other languages were listed. The draft, released yesterday, is currently open for feedback from schools, teachers, parents, and students before being finalized. The omission has triggered strong opposition, particularly in Punjab, where Punjabi is the official language. Education Minister Harjot Bains has strongly objected to the move, demanding that CBSE and the Union Minister for Education reverse the decision immediately. "We strongly oppose…