Ludhiana: Despite receiving the lion’s share of state funding, Ludhiana’s prestigious “Schools of Eminence” are struggling to live up to their name as critical staff shortages and stalled infrastructure projects leave the flagship educational programme in limbo.New government data reveals that while the district hosts 16 of the 118 elite schools and has secured the…
Chandigarh: Opposition leaders across Punjab and Haryana on Tuesday slammed the Centre’s amendment to Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB) rules allowing members from outside the two states to occupy key posts, alleging it weakens their rights over water and power management.Punjab Congress chief Amrinder Singh Raja Warring termed the move an attempt to weaken Punjab’s…
Pune: Congress MP Praniti Shinde on Tuesday said arrested astrologer Ashok Kharat might be killed in an encounter to protect big politicians linked to him, prompting cabinet minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule’s suggestion that she should approach the agency probing the case if she had any classified information.Praniti said, “Some names related to this case have come…
Jackal run over by plane at Surat airport runway SURAT: A mishap was averted at Surat airport after an aircraft reportedly ran over a jackal while landing on the runway. The incident occurred on April 8 when an Indigo Airlines flight from Hyderabad landed at around 8am.The incident came to light on Sunday.Following the incident,…
GUWAHATI: AJP candidate Kunki Chowdhury’s mother, Sujata Gurung Chowdhury, has filed a complaint with the National Commission for Women (NCW) against CM Himanta Biswa Sarma, accusing him of making “false, defamatory and malicious” statements, which she said triggered “online harassment”.During the campaign, CM Sarma accused Sujata of sharing posts related to beef consumption and making…
Lucknow: The Lucknow Municipal Corporation (LMC) proposal to simplify the mutation charges on transfer and sale of residential and commercial properties in the city will bring relief to the owners. The proposal will be placed in the LMC House meeting on Wednesday.At present, mutation fees are charged at higher flat rates – often around Rs…
Rajkot: Tourists and visitors heading to Kutch’s iconic “Road to Heaven” — the stunning 30km stretch linking Khavda to Dholavira — will no longer be allowed to fly drones, as the Kutch Forest Department has enforced a strict no-drone zone across the area, citing concerns over wildlife protection and national security. Officials have warned that…
India today stands at a transformative juncture where development is no longer confined to economic indicators alone. It is now defined by inclusion, equity, and equal participation. The Nari Shakti Vandan Act represents a historic step in this direction, promising to reshape the democratic fabric of the nation.Under the visionary leadership of Narendra Modi, this…
KOLKATA: On the occasion of Bengali New Year, West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee extended ‘Poila Boishakh’ greetings to people and urged the electorate to give a befitting reply to the attempts by the “zamindars in Delhi” to snatch people’s voting rights.In a post on X, she expressed hope the Bengali New Year would make…
Candace Owens launched a fierce attack on Donald Trump during a livestream, accusing him of betraying allies and abandoning his promises. Her remarks, filled with personal and ideological criticism, highlight growing tensions within conservative media circles. The episode reflects a broader fracture among right-wing voices as disagreements over leadership and policy continue to intensify. After…
