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13 Oct

Punjab Set for a Colder Winter as Temperatures Continue Gradual Decline

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Punjab (Gurpreet Singh): A noticeable chill is beginning to take hold across Punjab, with temperatures steadily falling and weather experts predicting a colder-than-usual winter ahead. The latest reports from the India Meteorological Department (IMD) show that the state experienced a 0.7°C temperature dip in the last 24 hours alone, pushing current readings nearly 2°C below average for this time of year. Although daytime temperatures still linger above 30°C in many regions, the overall trend points to a consistent cooling pattern. Bathinda recorded the state's highest temperature at 34.2°C, while cities like Ludhiana, Patiala, and Fazilka also hovered above the 31°C…

13 Oct

Trump Claims Peace-Brokering Track Record, Cites Resolution of India-Pakistan Tensions

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Washington (Rajeev Sharma): US President Donald Trump has reignited discussion about his international diplomacy efforts, stating that he has successfully ended eight major global conflicts, including longstanding tensions between India and Pakistan. While speaking to members of the press aboard Air Force One during a stopover en route to the Middle East, Trump portrayed himself as a key player in recent global peace initiatives, and hinted that further diplomatic involvement could be on the horizon. “There’s reportedly a conflict heating up between Pakistan and Afghanistan right now,” Trump said. “I told them I’ll look into it when I return. That…

13 Oct

India Introduces Digital Disembarkation Card for Foreign Visitors

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Toronto/New Delhi (Rajeev / Gurpreet): The Government of India has announced the introduction of a digital Disembarkation Card for all foreign nationals, including Overseas Citizens of India (OCI), visiting the country. This move aims to modernize travel processes, and foreign visitors must now complete their Disembarkation Card digitally prior to arrival. The digital Disembarkation Card can be completed online via https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/earrival or through the "Indian Visa Su-Swagatam" mobile application. Travelers are required to submit the form up to 72 hours prior to their arrival in India. The physical form will remain temporarily in use for up to six months or…

13 Oct

Calgary’s Advanced Voting Closes Strong, But Overall Turnout Dips Sharply, Key Battlegrounds : Ward 5-3 & 10 for South Asian candidates

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CALGARY ( Rajeev Sharma): The final day of Calgary’s 2025 municipal election advanced voting ended on a strong note Saturday, with a surge of ballots cast across the city. However, overall turnout remains well below 2021 levels, raising concerns about voter engagement , particularly in competitive areas such as Wards 3, 5, and 10. According to Elections Calgary, 22,144 ballots were cast on the last day of advanced voting surpassing the highest single-day turnout from 2021. Yet across all six days, only 96,549 voters participated, a significant drop from more than 124,000 advanced votes recorded during the previous election’s seven-day…

12 Oct

Afghanistan Claims Killing 58 Pakistani Troops in Overnight Counter Operations

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KABUL (Rajeev Sharma): The Taliban-led government in Afghanistan on Sunday claimed that its forces launched retaliatory strikes along the Pakistan border, resulting in the deaths of 58 Pakistani soldiers and the capture of several outposts. Government spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid stated that the overnight operation was carried out in response to repeated cross-border incursions and airspace violations allegedly committed by Pakistani forces. “Our troops have taken control of 25 enemy posts. Fifty-eight Pakistani soldiers have been killed and around 30 others injured,” Mujahid announced in a statement. The claim follows recent allegations by Kabul that Pakistan had carried out aerial attacks…

12 Oct

Afghan Forces Strike Back at Pakistani Military Posts Amid Rising Border Tensions

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Kabul (Rajeev Sharma): In a sharp escalation of cross-border hostilities, Afghanistan’s armed forces carried out retaliatory attacks late Saturday night on Pakistani military positions along the Durand Line. The Afghan Ministry of Defence confirmed the action, stating it was a direct response to repeated airspace violations and recent strikes on Afghan territory. The overnight operation, which reportedly concluded around midnight, was described by the Afghan Defence Ministry as a "successful retaliatory move" aimed at defending national sovereignty. In a public statement shared via X (formerly Twitter), the ministry said: “Tonight, our armed forces conducted a successful retaliatory operation against the…

12 Oct

Max Estates Achieves Dual 5-Star Rating in GRESB 2025, Ranks No. 1 Globally

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Max Estates achieved the Dual 5-Star Rating in GRESB for the first time with its highest score of 100 points in Development and 92 points in Standing Investments. Max Estates ranks in the top 20 percent of real estate entities globally. Max Estates Limited (Max Estates), a leading real estate developer in the NCR, has achieved the highest possible score of 100 points in the Development Category of the 2025 Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmark (GRESB), attaining the No. 1 rank amongst global peers for this category. Max Towers, Noida The company has achieved a dual 5-Star Rating in the…

12 Oct

Chandigarh University Becomes 1st Indian Varsity to Bag Global PATA Best Sustainability Initiative Award

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Chandigarh University's Student Chapter of the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA), world's largest travel promotional organization, has received the "PATA Best Sustainability Initiative Award" for its exemplary efforts in promoting sustainability and social responsibility. Chandigarh University Registrar along with students after receiving Global PATA Award for Excellence in Sustainability & Social Responsibility at Gharuan campus Chandigarh University is the first university in India to be awarded the "PATA Best Sustainability Initiative Award" which is given to a Student Chapter whose activities over the past year have demonstrated excellent support for sustainability, social responsibility, the environment and the responsible development of…

12 Oct

TaskUs Honored with Dual Recognition at the 2nd Edition of the ‘Outlook Business Spotlight Nation Builders Excellence Awards 2025’

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TaskUs (Nasdaq: TASK), a global leader in outsourced digital services and next-generation customer experience, has emerged as a standout achiever at the 2nd Edition of the Outlook Business Spotlight Nation Builders Excellence Awards 2025 held in Mumbai. The company was honored with two prestigious accolades: the 'Women in Leadership Excellence Award,' presented to Sapna Bhambani, Senior Vice President of Operations and Country Leader at TaskUs India, and the 'Asia's Leading People-First Workplace Award'. TaskUs Honored with Dual Recognition at the 2nd Edition of the 'Outlook Business Spotlight Nation Builders Excellence Awards 2025 The awards event was a platform for recognizing…

12 Oct

BPCL and RBML Collaborate to Enhance India’s Gas-Based Economy

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Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL), a Fortune Global 500 enterprise and one of the foremost oil and gas companies in India, has formed a strategic alliance with Reliance BP Mobility Limited (RBML) aimed at boosting the City Gas Distribution (CGD) and Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) sales sectors. BPCL and RBML team This landmark partnership highlights BPCL's ongoing commitment through Project Aspire-an innovative initiative designed to foster future growth and establish a sustainable energy framework for India. The official agreement was signed by Shri Rouf Khan (Chief General Manager - Projects & Marketing, Gas, BPCL) and Shri Sanjay Pandita (Head -…