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Rajya Sabha Bypoll: Industrialist Rajinder Gupta Likely to Get AAP Ticket from Punjab

Rajya Sabha Bypoll: Industrialist Rajinder Gupta Likely to Get AAP Ticket from Punjab

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) is likely to nominate prominent businessman Rajinder Gupta for the upcoming Rajya Sabha by-election in Punjab, party sources indicated on Sunday. The election, set for October 24, comes in the wake of Sanjeev Arora’s resignation from the Upper House following his election as an MLA. Gupta, who heads the Trident Group as its chairman emeritus, has recently stepped down from two significant roles in the state — as vice-chairman of the Punjab State Economic Policy and Planning Board, and as head of the Kali Devi temple advisory committee. His exit from these…
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Punjab Police Foils Cross-Border Smuggling Attempt, Arms and Drugs Seized

Punjab Police Foils Cross-Border Smuggling Attempt, Arms and Drugs Seized

Amritsar (Gurpreet Singh): In a major success against transnational criminal activity, the Counter Intelligence Wing of Punjab Police in Amritsar has exposed a cross-border network involved in smuggling arms and narcotics. Two suspects — Gurjant Singh and Gurvel Singh, both hailing from Tarn Taran — have been taken into custody during the operation. The crackdown, based on actionable intelligence, led to the recovery of 2.5 kilograms of heroin and five advanced pistols complete with magazines. Officials say the consignment had been smuggled from across the international border and was intended for distribution among criminal groups operating within Punjab. Preliminary interrogation…
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Union Health Ministry to Review Cough Syrup Use and Drug Quality in Meeting with States

Union Health Ministry to Review Cough Syrup Use and Drug Quality in Meeting with States

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): In an effort to enhance the safety and regulation of pharmaceutical products, the Union Health Secretary is scheduled to lead a virtual meeting with top health officials from all States and Union Territories, according to sources within the Health Ministry. The high-level conference will include participation from Principal Secretaries, Health Secretaries, and State Drug Controllers. Discussions will focus on two main areas of concern: the appropriate use of cough syrups and the broader issue of maintaining stringent quality standards in drug production. This initiative follows international scrutiny over incidents involving contaminated syrups, particularly those affecting children…
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Four Named in NIA Chargesheet Over Grenade Attack on Former Punjab Minister’s Home

Four Named in NIA Chargesheet Over Grenade Attack on Former Punjab Minister’s Home

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has filed a chargesheet against four individuals linked to the grenade attack that targeted the residence of former Punjab minister Manoranjan Kalia earlier this year in Jalandhar. Among those named are two arrested suspects, Saidul Ameen from Amroha, Uttar Pradesh, and Abhijot Jangra of Kurukshetra, Haryana. Two others — Kulbir Singh Sidhu from Yamunanagar and Manish, alias Kaka Rana, of Karnal — are currently on the run. The accused face multiple charges under sections of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, the Indian Penal Code, and the Explosive Substances Act. The incident…
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Vaishno Devi Pilgrimage Halted Temporarily Amid Weather Concerns

Vaishno Devi Pilgrimage Halted Temporarily Amid Weather Concerns

Katra (Rajeev Sharma): The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board has announced a brief suspension of the Vaishno Devi Yatra following a weather advisory issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The pilgrimage will remain on hold from October 5 to October 7, with plans to resume on October 8, 2025. The official update, shared via the Shrine Board’s social media handle, cites safety concerns due to anticipated rough weather conditions in the Trikuta Hills region, where the revered shrine is located. The forecast includes heavy rainfall and potential landslides, which could endanger the safety of pilgrims trekking the steep…
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car&bike’s Revamped Website Puts the Joy Back into your Drive

car&bike by Mahindra First Choice Wheels, India's most trusted automotive platform, has unveiled its newly revamped website, marking a significant milestone in its mission of Giving Wheels to Dreams. The upgraded platform introduces a refreshed outlook and a host of customer-centric features designed to make their 'browsing to buying' journey more seamless, transparent, and engaging. car&bike has always been a distinguished platform that hosts different segments- new cars, new bikes and used cars or discovery, comparison and buying, under one roof. The new website aims to deliver simplified journeys, intuitive navigation, interactive graphics and a mobile-first experience, all focused on…
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All India Gem & Jewellery Domestic Council (GJC) Welcomes Maharashtra Government’s Landmark Initiative: Formation of State-Level ‘Dakshata Committee’ for Jewellers’ Security

The All India Gem & Jewellery Domestic Council (GJC), the apex body representing over 600,000 jewellers across India, heartily welcomes the Maharashtra Government's historic step of establishing a state-level 'Dakshata Committee' (Vigilance Committee) to ensure the safety and security of jewellers. For a long time, jewellers have faced harassment during investigations of theft and robbery cases involving gold and silver. In some unfortunate incidents, jewellers even lost their lives during the process. Taking cognizance of these grave concerns, on March 14, 2024, the Government of Maharashtra issued a circular under the Home Department, clearly instructing police officers regarding investigations under…
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Tetra Pak Showcases World-class, Made-in-India Solutions at Indian Ice Cream Expo 2025

Tetra Pak Showcases World-class, Made-in-India Solutions at Indian Ice Cream Expo 2025

Tetra Pak, world's leading food processing and packaging solutions company, is showcasing a portfolio of innovative and Made-in-India solutions at the Indian Ice Cream Expo (IICE) 2025 in Delhi. With a strong focus on making premium technology more accessible, Tetra Pak aims to empower local ice cream businesses to innovate, scale, and deliver high-quality products that resonate with evolving consumer tastes. Designed and manufactured in India, Tetra Pak Rotary Moulder enables precise forming of stick and moulded ice creams A key highlight is Tetra Pak's Made in India portfolio of ice cream solutions. By combining global expertise with local manufacturing,…
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Turning Global Shifts into Local Opportunities: Ingersoll Rand Powers India’s Growth

Turning Global Shifts into Local Opportunities: Ingersoll Rand Powers India’s Growth

Ingersoll Rand, a global leader in mission-critical flow creation and industrial technologies is offering a comprehensive suite of solutions to the industries in India to maximize performance, efficiency, and reliability in a rapidly changing global industrial landscape. Sunil Khanduja, Managing Director, Ingersoll Rand India Instead of investing in new machinery, industries can now extend the life and value of their existing assets through Ingersoll Rand's offerings like CARE Service which provides complete maintenance and predictive monitoring to maximize uptime, while Ecoplant ensures higher energy efficiency, optimized utility management, and reliability, even during power fluctuations. The company's rental fleet capabilities introduce…
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Loan Network & Navanc Launch India’s First AI Enabled QR Code for Instant Home Loan

Loan Network & Navanc Launch India’s First AI Enabled QR Code for Instant Home Loan

Navanc, which is building India's first comprehensive AI-enabled property creditworthiness stack and score, has joined hands with Loan Network. Loan Network, a digital-native fintech platform that simplifies the home loan journey through AI-powered technology and has partnered with 70+ top lenders to help homebuyers find the best loan offers instantly. Powered by AI, the entire process from credit check to final application is completed online in under 10 minutes. Loan Network has also introduced India's first builder on-site QR code, enabling walk-in buyers to discover the right lender in just 60 seconds. Unlike competitors, Loan Network delivers not just financial…
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