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28 Nov

Haryana Launches Digital Census 2027 Roadmap

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryana, TrendingHaryana

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Financial Commissioner Revenue and Disaster Management, Dr. Sumita Misra who is also the State Nodal Officer to oversee the work of Census 2027 today stated that Census 2027 will be completely in digital mode, a transformational step towards modernizing the Census process. Enumerators and Supervisors will digitally collect data and submit to the Central Server. The Census mobile apps, portal and other digital tools will be available for both Android as well as iOS version. These apps will be in Hindi, English as well as in 14 Regional languages, she added. In order to immediately commence preparations…

28 Nov

Ludhiana Village Mourns After Woman’s Alleged Murder in Canada Was Initially Reported as Crash

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, TrendingLudhiana, Punjab

Ludhiana (Gurpreet Singh): A family from Gujjarwal village has been left devastated after authorities in Canada informed them that their daughter, Mandeep Kaur, did not die in a road accident as they were earlier told but was allegedly murdered, with the crash and subsequent fire staged to disguise the crime. Mandeep, who had moved to Canada six years ago to pursue her studies and later married into a family from Lodhiwal near Sidhwan Bet, was believed to have died in an accident nearly a month ago. Her parents performed her last rites on November 6, still unaware that investigators thousands…

28 Nov

Punjab to Hold Zila Parishad, Panchayat Samiti Polls on December 14; Model Code Takes Effect

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPolitics, Punjab, TrendingPunjab

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): After months of postponements, Punjab has finally set December 14 as the date for elections to Zila Parishads and Panchayat Samitis, clearing the way for rural local bodies to be reconstituted. Votes will be counted on December 17, according to the schedule issued on Thursday by State Election Commissioner Raj Kamal Chaudhari. The announcement triggered the immediate enforcement of the model code of conduct across the state. The polls—spanning 23 Zila Parishads and 154 Panchayat Samitis—will involve nearly 1.36 crore eligible voters. Officials said more than 19,000 polling stations will be established, with 915 classified as “hyper-sensitive”…

28 Nov

SC Seeks Centre, Haryana’s Response on Alleged “Period Verification” of Women Workers at MDU

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TrendingSupreme Court

New Delhi: (Rajeev Sharma): The Supreme Court on Friday directed the Union Government, the Haryana administration, and multiple officials to respond to a petition demanding an investigation into shocking claims that women sanitation workers at Maharshi Dayanand University (MDU), Rohtak, were asked to provide photographic evidence of menstruation to justify their absence from duty. A Bench of Justice BV Nagarathna and Justice R Mahadevan, expressing dismay over the allegations, remarked that the incident pointed to a deeply troubling attitude toward women in the workplace. “If someone was unable to do heavy work, another person could have been assigned. This sort…

28 Nov

PM Modi Unveils 77-Foot Bronze Statue of Lord Ram in Goa, Calls for Unity and Cultural Confidence

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TrendingLord Ram, PM Modi

Partagali (Goa): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday dedicated a towering 77-foot bronze statue of Lord Ram to the nation during an event marking 550 years of the Shree Samsthan Gokarn Jeevottam Mutt, one of India’s oldest monastic centres. The ceremony, held in South Goa’s Partagali, drew large crowds and included the launch of a Ramayana-themed park. Speaking at the event, the Prime Minister said that India’s long-term progress depends on collective resolve and social cohesion. “For a country to move decisively toward a developed future, its people must stand together,” he told the gathering, adding that the nation is…

28 Nov

Punjab Overhauls Police Leadership With Major Transfer List Ahead of Civic Polls

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, TrendingPunjab

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): In a significant shake-up of the state’s police administration, the Punjab government has reassigned a large group of senior officers just weeks before the formal announcement of local body elections. The latest transfer order affects 18 IPS officers and 61 officers of DSP rank, marking one of the most extensive reshuffles in recent months. According to officials, the new postings cover a wide spectrum of leadership roles, including one Deputy Inspector General, two officers at the Additional Inspector General level, and 15 Superintendents of Police. A majority of movements, however, involve district-level responsibilities, signalling an effort to…

28 Nov

India’s Economy Surges to 8.2% in Q2, Manufacturing Leads the Upswing

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TrendingEconomy

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): India’s economic engine picked up speed in the July–September quarter, logging an 8.2% expansion—its fastest pace in a year and a half—driven largely by a sharp rebound in factory output and a buoyant services industry. The latest figures from the National Statistics Office (NSO) show that the country has strengthened its position as the world’s quickest-growing major economy, far outpacing China’s 4.8% growth during the same period. The second-quarter performance marks a step up from the 7.8% growth recorded in the previous three months and a sizable leap from the 5.6% seen a year earlier. The…

28 Nov

Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw Inspects Chandigarh Station Redevelopment Work

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TrendingAshwini Vaishnaw

NEW DELHI (Rajeev Sharma): Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw, Minister of Railways, Information and Broadcasting, and Electronics & Information Technology, today undertook a comprehensive inspection of the ongoing redevelopment work at the Chandigarh Railway Station. The Minister was briefed by senior officials regarding the progress of the station's modernization project. Following the detailed review, Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw expressed his satisfaction with the progress of redevelopment of Chandigarh station. During the inspection, Shri Ravneet Singh, Minister of State for Railways and Food Processing Industries, Shri Ashok Kumar Verma, General Manager Northern Railway and senior officials were present. While addressing the media at Chandigarh…

28 Nov

Mann Government Guarantee: With 45 MCCCs, No Child in Punjab Will Be Neglected

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, TrendingPunjab

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann's AAP government has brought about a major transformation in Punjab's healthcare system. This transformation focuses specifically on the health of mothers and children. The government has set a significant target of building 45 dedicated Mother and Child Care Centers (MCCCs). These centers aim to reduce maternal mortality and provide the best possible start for every child. This initiative fulfills the government's vision of creating a 'Rangla Punjab' (happy Punjab), where good health is everyone's right.The AAP government has demonstrated tremendous speed in this work. Of the target of 45 MCCCs, more than 35…

28 Nov

Kiara Advani & Sidharth Malhotra reveal daughter’s name: Meet Baby Saraayah Malhotra

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsEntertainment, India, TrendingDaughter Name, Kiara Advani, Saraayah Malhotra, Siddharth Malhotra

National Times Bureau :- Bollywood’s beloved couple Kiara Advani and Sidharth Malhotra have finally introduced their newborn daughter to the world. The actors have shared the first glimpse of their baby girl along with her beautiful name, leaving fans overwhelmed with joy. In a heart-melting joint post on Instagram, the new parents revealed they have named their daughter Saraayah Malhotra. The photo shows the baby’s tiny feet resting gently in Kiara and Sidharth’s hands. The caption read, “From our prayers, to our arms… our divine blessing, our princess, Saraayah Malhotra.” The name Saraayah, inspired by the Hebrew name Sarah, translates…