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25 Aug

Four Bambiha Gang Associates Held After Gunfire Exchange in Barnala

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Barnala: In a significant operation against organised crime, Barnala Police have arrested four active members of the Devinder Bambiha gang while foiling a robbery plan. The accused — identified as Satnam Singh alias Satti, Gurpreet alias Guri, Sarm Singh alias Rinku, and Deepak Singh — were taken into custody following a naka checking drive. Officials stated that the suspects opened fire on the police party when signaled to stop. The officers retaliated with restraint, managed to overpower them, and secured their vehicle. No casualties were reported in the exchange. From their possession, police recovered four firearms, including a Zigana pistol,…

24 Aug

Akums and The Govt of The Republic of Zambia Announce Joint Venture to Establish Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Facility in Zambia

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Akums, a leading player in pharmaceutical manufacturing, and The Government of The Republic of Zambia (GRZ), have announced a partnership to set up a manufacturing facility in Zambia to provide high quality and affordable generic medicines for patients in Zambia. The partnership will involve setting up a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Zambia to manufacture and supply medicines in Zambia. The JV also, in the future, will export to neighboring African countries like Zimbabwe, Namibia, Botswana, Malawi, Tanzania, Mozambique etc. The manufacturing facility will be housed in a newly formed Joint venture company (JV), which will be headquartered in Zambia. Akums…

24 Aug

Coimbatore: Building a Sustainable IT Future – By Mr. Sivaraman, Managing Director, Tanny Shelters

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Having lived and worked in Coimbatore for decades, I have witnessed the city's quiet transformation. Once known mainly as a textile and manufacturing hub, Coimbatore is now emerging as one of India's most promising IT destinations. Its growth is not about speed alone, but about the distinct advantages that make it a sustainable choice for businesses. Mr. Sivaraman, Managing Director, Tanny Shelters For years, Bengaluru has been the natural choice for IT operations in India. It offers scale, visibility, and a vibrant ecosystem. Yet, its very success has created challenges-rising costs, talent churn, and urban congestion-that make long-term growth increasingly…

24 Aug

Celebrating Spiritual Legacy: LNJ Bhilwara Group Stages Yugpurush

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The LNJ Bhilwara Group organised a theatrical performance, Yugpurush, at Kamani Auditorium, New Delhi. Staged before a full-house capacity of 600, the play left the audience captivated throughout the evening. Inspired by the life of Thakur Ramakrishna Paramahansa, Shri L.N. Jhunjhunwala, who has over 65 years of association with Ramakrishna Mission, envisioned a play that would portray the sacred bond between a guru and his disciple. He provided his guidance and worked closely with the writer and Director, J.P. Singh, in shaping the story. Yugpurush was performed by Rangbhoomi, a celebrated Delhi-based theatre group active since 1992, for staging a…

24 Aug

Canadian PM Mark Carney Visits Ukraine, Signals Openness to Future Peacekeeping Role

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Kyiv (Rajeev Sharma): Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney made his first official visit to Ukraine, as Ottawa weighs the possibility of contributing to international peacekeeping efforts in the war-torn region. The visit coincides with Ukraine’s Independence Day, underscoring Canada's continued support for Ukrainian sovereignty amid the ongoing conflict with Russia. Carney's trip follows mounting discussions within a 30-nation coalition — led by France and the United Kingdom — exploring long-term security guarantees for Ukraine in the event of a peace agreement. While Canada has not formally committed troops, senior government sources confirmed that the country is not ruling out future participation,…

24 Aug

Punjab Faces Rain and Flood Alert: 7 Districts on Rain Watch, 8 Battling Rising Waters After Harike Spill

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Chandigarh (National Times): Punjab continues to grapple with adverse weather conditions as rainfall persists in parts of the state, triggering both a yellow alert and worsening flood situations in several low-lying districts. The India Meteorological Department has flagged seven districts for potential moderate rainfall, while significant volumes of water released from Harike Headworks have added to the flood crisis across eight districts. Rain Forecast for Seven Districts The IMD has issued a yellow alert for Pathankot, Gurdaspur, Amritsar, Hoshiarpur, Nawanshahr (SBS Nagar), Rupnagar, and Mohali. These areas could witness intermittent showers today, adding to already saturated soil and increasing the…

24 Aug

Punjab Minister Seeks MEA’s Intervention Over US Visa Freeze for Punjabi Truckers After Florida Incident

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Chandigarh: In a significant diplomatic appeal, Punjab Cabinet Minister Sanjeev Arora has written to External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar, urging immediate intervention following reports that the United States has suspended work visa issuance for commercial drivers — a move said to be linked to a recent truck accident in Florida involving a Punjabi-origin driver. In his letter, Arora expressed deep concern over the sweeping nature of the action, emphasizing that the visa pause is already causing considerable anxiety and hardship among the estimated 1.5 lakh Punjabis employed in the US trucking industry. He warned that such a blanket measure,…

24 Aug

India Emerges as Diplomatic Powerhouse Amid Global Tensions: High-Level Visits from Russia and Ukraine on the Horizon

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New Delhi: As global politics grows more volatile, India is quietly asserting itself as a stabilizing force on the world stage. With both Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky preparing for potential visits to New Delhi, India’s carefully balanced diplomacy is gaining new significance. India’s long-standing ties with Russia are well-documented, rooted in decades of strategic cooperation. Yet, at the same time, India has managed to maintain cordial and constructive relations with Ukraine — even amid the ongoing war between the two nations. The coming visits of both leaders underscore New Delhi’s growing reputation as a neutral…

23 Aug

CM Bhagwant Mann Accuses Centre of “Snatching Punjab’s Ration”

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Chandigarh: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has raised strong objections to the Union government’s reported move to cancel over 8.02 lakh ration cards in the state, warning that such a step would leave lakhs of families without food security. Mann said that if each ration card covers a family of four, the decision could impact several million people. “The government in Delhi, which claims to care for the poor, is in reality trying to take away their ration. Punjab feeds the nation, yet our own people are being denied food,” he remarked. “Ration Chor” Jibe at BJP The Chief Minister…

23 Aug

CM Bhagwant Mann Condoles Hoshiarpur Tragedy, Announces Aid for Victims

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Chandigarh: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has conveyed heartfelt condolences to the families affected by the devastating LPG tanker explosion in Hoshiarpur’s Mandialan village. The blast claimed several lives and left others injured, sparking shock and grief across the region. In his message, the Chief Minister said the state government shares the pain of the bereaved families. “This unfortunate incident has caused an irreparable loss. I pray for strength to the families of the deceased and a quick recovery for the injured,” Mann stated. Financial Assistance and Medical Care To provide immediate relief, the Punjab government has sanctioned Rs 2…