Punjab govt issues Letter of Intent for medical college at SSB Nagar
Digital Desk | Chandigarh, Nov 5 (IANS) Terming it as a historic Diwali gift, Punjab Health and Family Welfare Minister, Dr Balbir Singh, on Thursday announced that the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government has fulfilled another major promise by issuing the Letter of Intent (LoI) for establishing a state-of-the-art Medical College and Teaching Hospital at Shaheed Bhagat Singh (SBS) Nagar. Balbir Singh said the Punjab Infrastructure Development Board (PIDB) has issued the award to Indus Super Speciality Healthcare Private Ltd under the Public-Private Partnership (Design, Build, Finance, Operate, and Transfer - DBFOT) model. Minister Balbir Singh said the project involved an investment of approximately Rs 160 crore, under which the existing 150-bed District Hospital at Nawanshahr will be substantially upgraded into a full-fledged, National Medical Commission (NMC)-compliant 220-bed teaching hospital along with dedicated academic and residential infrastructure. The complex will also house an advanced 30-bed Super-Specialty Cardiac Care Unit equipped with interventional cardiology facilities, including a Catheterisation Laboratory (Cath Lab) for angiography and angioplasty. Though the formal timeline allows up to three years, since the hospital building, dialysis centre, and critical care block already exist on site, construction for the medical college building will begin next month, and we expect the medical college to be operational within just a year-and-a-half, Balbir Singh said. The Punjab Health Minister said out of the 50 annual MBBS seats, 50 per cent will be strictly reserved under the state government quota, enabling bright local youth to pursue medical education affordably close to home. Highlighting the benefits for the region, Balbir Singh said this milestone project would prove to be a lifeline for residents of Nawanshahr, Balachaur, Ropar, Garhshankar, Banga, Machhiwara towns, and surrounding belts across a 35 to 40 km radius. Earlier, patients suffering acute heart attacks had to be rushed all the way to PGI in Chandigarh, or distant referral centres in Jalandhar, Ludhiana, or Amritsar, often losing precious lives on the way. Now, world-class emergency and cardiac treatment will be accessible right at their doorstep within the critical golden hour, Balbir Singh added.
Chandigarh Elante Mall Store Fined 31,000 for Deficient Consumer Service
US sanctions Chandigarh couple over fake ship flags for Irans oil fleet
The United States Treasury has sanctioned a Chandigarh-based couple, Suniel Kumar Sharma and Jaspreet Preeti Shahid, accusing them of running a network that helped Iranian oil tankers dodge international rules, Reuters news agency reported.
Jansen, Minhas, Hope Nominated For ICC Mens Player Of The Month For October
ICC Men: South Africas seam-bowling all-rounder Marco Jansen, Pakistans young all-rounder Arafat Minhas and West Indies captain Shai Hope have been shortlisted for the ICC Mens Player of the Month award for October 2026. Jansen was the driving force behind South Africas 2-1 comeback Test series win over Australia, where he finished with 198 runs and 13 wickets. His biggest impact, though, came in the second Test in Gqeberha. Jansen made 85 and returned figures of 5-33 and 1-34 as South Africa won by an innings and 31 runs to level the series. He then struck another fifty and took three wickets in the decider at Cape Town. Jansens stupendous performances took him to the top of both the bowlers and all-rounders lists in the ICC Test rankings. He is also the first South African to lead the Test bowling charts since Kagiso Rabada did so in 2024 and the first from his country to top the all-rounders table since Vernon Philander achieved it in August 2014. On the other hand, Arafat, 21, was named Player of the Series as Pakistan won the home ODI tri-series, also featuring Sri Lanka and England. The left-arm spin bowling all-rounder made 149 runs from five matches at an average of 29.80 and a strike rate of 119.20. He also picked up nine wickets at 23.22, while conceding just 5.13 runs an over. He was named Player of the Match in the clash against England for scoring 59 before taking 6-40, the second-best ODI figures by a Pakistan bowler at home. In the final game against Sri Lanka in Lahore, his 61 off 31 balls helped Pakistan chase down 326 to win the tri-series. Hope, meanwhile, made three unbeaten centuries against India across both white-ball formats. The wicketkeeper-batter first hit an unbeaten 162 in the third ODI in New Chandigarh to hunt down 352, the highest successful run chase in their 50-over cricket history. He was named Player of the Match in the clash against England for scoring 59 before taking 6-40, the second-best ODI figures by a Pakistan bowler at home. In the final game against Sri Lanka in Lahore, his 61 off 31 balls helped Pakistan chase down 326 to win the tri-series. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
UIPS Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026
University Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Panjab University, Chandigarh (UIPS) has invited offline applications for the post of Junior Research Fellow (JRF). Applications can be submitted till 18 November 2026. For complete details, candidates can visit puchd.ac.in.
GMCH Chandigarh Child Psychologist Recruitment 2026
Chandigarh Administration, Department of Medical Education & Research, Government Medical College & Hospital, Chandigarh (GMCH Chandigarh) has released Notification No. GMCH/E-II/EA2/2026/48451 for the post of Child Psychologist. Eligible candidates can submit their offline applications till 18 December 2026. Further details are available at gmch.gov.in.
PGIMER Labour Officer Recruitment 2026
Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education & Research, Chandigarh (PGIMER) has released the notification for the post of Labour Officer. Eligible candidates can submit their offline applications till 07 December 2026.
Ram Takes 7/48 As Tamil Nadu Crush Chandigarh In Ranji Trophy
Ajith Ram delivered an exceptional all-round performance, scoring an unbeaten 115 and claiming 7/48, to lead Tamil Nadu to a commanding innings and 259-run victory over Chandigarh in their Ranji Trophy Elite Group D clash.
ECI announces Special Summary Revision of electoral rolls in four States, two UTs
The ECI announces Special Summary Revision of electoral rolls in Arunachal Pradesh, Chandigarh, Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu, Mizoram, Odisha and Sikkim
Brar Credits Change In Length, Advice From Gill And Pacers For Three-wicket Haul In Auckland
Gurnoor Brar: India seamer Gurnoor Brar has credited a quick tactical rethink and some advice from his captain Shubman Gill and fellow pacers Arshdeep Singh and Anshul Kamboj after picking a three-wicket haul in the first ODI against New Zealand at Eden Park. Brar returned 3-44, as Indias pace attack bundled out New Zealand for 185 in 40.2 overs to set up a five-wicket win by the DLS method at the Eden Park on Wednesday. The atmosphere here is very good for bowling. The wickets are quite good. We had practiced here for four or five days earlier, so the wicket was similar. I just backed my length and my bowling style, and these are the results, Brar said in a video posted on the BCCIs social media accounts on Thursday. The tall seamer had been hit for a six in his very first over and he said that prompted a change of plan. The game plan was that the straight boundary here is a bit short. The six I conceded off my first over was on a slightly fullish delivery. So my thought process was to pull the length back and make it hard to hit over square leg or fine leg. I discussed this with Shubman, Arshdeep and Anshul, who had bowled on this wicket before, and they suggested if we hit the hard length, I would get better bounce because of my height. Indias seamers found movement and bounce from just short of a good length throughout. Arshdeep Singh took 4-70, and Anshul Kamboj, named Player of the Match, gave away only 22 runs in his 10 overs while claiming two wickets. Brar stated the collective effort of the four-pronged pace attack made the day special. All four of us have got an opportunity together. Obviously, Arsh has played a lot of games. He is the most experienced bowler in India in the T20s. So, my plan was that if I am here to bowl, I have to back myself up and I have to win it for this team. That combined effort made it even more fun. Even Auqib (Nabi) didnt get a wicket, but he bowled brilliantly and Anshul bowled brilliantly. I bowled a brilliant spell as well and had wickets too. So, it feels really good if all four fast bowlers are playing for a purpose, and we achieve that. So, hopefully, we will keep doing this. Kamboj, who conceded 82 runs without a wicket on his ODI debut against the West Indies in New Chandigarh last month, said he had kept his focus on the conditions and bowling the right lengths. Basically, I wasnt thinking much about it. I was just thinking about the situation and what the situation demands, and according to that, I should execute my plans and lengths more and not think about other things. Its because at last, you have to see whats happening with the wicket, what is the right length you want to bowl. So, I should focus more on that. The Haryana pacer further said his outlook had changed since his international debut came in a Test match against England in Manchester in 2025, which didnt go too well. My approach and mindset about cricket has changed. I am playing cricket with an attacking mindset due to more games being played nowadays. So, I am playing better with an attacking mindset now. My body language is better and this was my mindset after I made my debut to keep my body language and mindset attacking so that my body language becomes positive. Kamboj added that one bad outing was never going to define him. I wanted to focus on what I am doing well and not focus on what went wrong. But no ones career is decided by a single match because the hard work of 10-12 years, it cant be decided by a single match. So, I wanted to change my approach and keep my mindset attacking. So, I am playing better with an attacking mindset now. My body language is better and this was my mindset after I made my debut to keep my body language and mindset attacking so that my body language becomes positive. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
EC announces SSR of electoral rolls in six States
New Delhi: The Election Commission on Thursday, November 5, announced a Special Summary Revision of electoral rolls in Arunachal Pradesh, Chandigarh, Dadra and Nagar Haveli, and Daman and Diu, Mizoram, Odisha and Sikkim. The poll roll revision exercise seeks to enrol eligible voters, particularly young and first-time electors, and facilitate advance applications from those who Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
16 Arrested as Punjab Police Bust Arms, Drug Trafficking Networks in Amritsar
CHANDIGARH, Nov 5: Punjab Police have arrested 16 persons and busted multiple illegal arms and drug trafficking networks in Amritsar, recovering five pistols, two sophisticated Uzi guns, two hand grenades, 34 kg of heroin and 26 live cartridges. Director General of Police Gaurav Yadav said on Thursday that the recoveries were made by Amritsar Rural [] The post 16 Arrested as Punjab Police Bust Arms, Drug Trafficking Networks in Amritsar appeared first on Northlines .
Chandigarh-based couple face US sanctions over Iran oil links
Washington: The US has imposed sanctions on a Chandigarh-based couple and a web of companies they run for allegedly supporting Irans shadow fleet by providing false flags and certifications to transport petroleum. The US Department of Treasury sanctioned Suniel Kumar Sharma and his wife Jaspreet Preeti Shahid for allegedly defrauding maritime regulatory administrations across multiple Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
EC announces Special Summary Revision of electoral rolls in six States, UTs
The Election Commission on Thursday announced a Special Summary Revision of electoral rolls in Arunachal Pradesh, Chandigarh, Dadra and Nagar Haveli, and Daman and Diu, Mizoram, Odisha and Sikkim. The poll roll revision exercise seeks to enrol eligible voters, particularly young and first-time electors, and facilitate advance applications from those who will become eligible on April 1, July 1 and October 1, 2027. The draft electoral rolls will be published on November 30. Final publication of electoral rolls will take place on January 21, 2027. The Commission has directed chief secretaries of the respective States and UTs to ensure adequate manpower and resources for the exercise.
US sanctions Chandigarh couple for aiding Iran oil trade
The US Treasury Department has sanctioned a Chandigarh-based couple, Suniel Kumar Sharma and Jaspreet Preeti Shahid, and their network of companies. They are accused of providing false flags and certifications to support Iran's shadow fleet, enabling the transport of petroleum and evasion of international restrictions. Their operations involved defrauding maritime regulatory administrations and establishing fraudulent flagging registries across multiple jurisdictions.
US sanctions Indian businessman, wife for helping Iran evade oil curbs
The US has sanctioned Chandigarh-based businessman Suniel Kumar Sharma, his wife and several associated entities for allegedly helping Iran evade oil restrictions through fraudulent registrations
Rahul Gandhi launched an attack on Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, accusing his government of failing to control crime. He emphasized that gangsterism and drug issues remain unsolved under AAP's leadership. Rahul further criticized the BJP and accused Union Home Minister Amit Shah of supporting criminal activities. The rally included the father of Sidhu Moose Wala, highlighting recent violence in Punjab.
HM Shah to participate in 'Loktantra Bachao, Arajakta Hatao' in Haryana
Digital Desk | Chandigarh, Nov 5 (IANS) Union Home Minister Amit Shah will participate in the 'Loktantra Bachao, Arajakta Hatao' march in Haryana's Karnal on Thursday. A 'padyatra' will be organised from Sector-12 to Dayanand Chowk as part of this event, which is being carried out by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) across the nation to counter the INDIA bloc's campaign against the Election Commission of India (ECI) and Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar. Tight security arrangements are in place for the Home Minister's visit. The Home Minister will then travel to Ambala and formally inaugurate the modern Martyrs' Memorial later in the day and tour the entire complex. This will be the Home Minister's first visit to Ambala Cantt, though it marks his third visit to Ambala overall; he had previously visited twice to address election rallies. Unlike those earlier occasions, this visit is not for a political platform, but rather to pay tribute to the sacred memory of the immortal heroes of the nation's first war of independence (1857). This comes as part of Haryana's 60th foundation day celebrations. On Haryana's 60th Foundation Day, on November 1, Home Minister Shah extended warm greetings, lauding the state's contributions through its soldiers, farmers, and athletes. Taking to X, the Home Minister said, Heartfelt greetings to all the residents of the state on the Foundation Day of Haryana, the land of valour, labour, and prosperity. Be it defending the nation on the borders, enhancing the honour of the Tricolour on the sports fields, or setting new benchmarks in agriculture and animal husbandry, Haryana's contribution in every field is unparalleled, he said. The state's valiant soldiers, talented athletes, and hardworking farmers have always infused new strength into the nation's pride and prosperity. I pray to God that the state continues to march ahead on the path of progress in this manner, HM Shah added.
All revenue courts in J&K now computerised
Srinagar, Nov 04: Making a significant stride under the Digital India Land Records Modernization Programme (DILRMP), Jammu and Kashmir has achieved 100 per cent completion with 882 Computerised/Online Revenue Courts, while the computerisation of Records of Rights (RoR) has reached 99.93 per cent. According to the DILRMP MIS 4.0 dashboard, the Physical Components Progress Report for Jammu and Kashmir revealed that digitisation of Mapsheets/FMBs/Tippans has reached 94.74 per cent, indicating substantial progress in the modernisation and digitisation of land records across the Union Territory. However, the report reveals that three important components MRR Completed (Out of Sanctioned), Survey/Resurvey Completed and Aadhaar Linked With RoR have recorded zero progress. The national comparison chart on Computerisation of Land Records (CLR) shows that several states and Union Territories have achieved 100 per cent completion of villages, while Jammu and Kashmir is placed at 70.54 per cent. The chart also shows Mizoram at 71.27 per cent, Nagaland at 62.54 per cent, Ladakh at 52.21 per cent and Delhi at 27.31 per cent. Arunachal Pradesh and Meghalaya have recorded zero percent completion. Among the states and Union Territories, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Bihar, Chandigarh, Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu, Goa, Gujarat, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Kerala, Lakshadweep, Maharashtra, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu, Tripura, Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal have achieved 100 per cent completion. Odisha has recorded 99.91 per cent, Karnataka 99.74 per cent, Chhattisgarh 99.36 per cent, Punjab 99.36 per cent, Jharkhand 96.36 per cent, Rajasthan 92.40 per cent, Telangana 83.25 per cent and Uttarakhand 71.27 per cent. The component-wise figures for Jammu and Kashmir indicate that while computerisation of revenue courts and digitisation of existing land records have reached advanced stages, survey and resurvey, completion of MRR and Aadhaar linking with Records of Rights remain pending. The Digital India Land Records Modernization Programme (DILRMP), a Central Sector Scheme funded 100 per cent by the central government, aims to modernise the country's land records system through computerisation of land records, digitisation of maps, survey and resurvey activities and integration of land-related information.
Sonu and Ajith push Tamil Nadu closer to victory against Chandigarh
Four-wicket hauls from both bowlers help visitors bundle out hosts for 94 in 1st innings, before pinning them to 189 for seven in their second essay
Online game-inspired task behind Panchkula school assault
Kharge and Rahul Gandhi meet victim families, assure full support in their fight for justice
Jakhar claims 6-8 kg paddy deduction per quintal, targets Mann govt
Jhota killing: Punjab agrees to Rs 2cr aid, govt job for wife; CM house stir called off
Rs 1,325 crore provided for farm machinery in four years: Khudian
AAP protests against Congress over allegations of assault on Dalit functionary
Panchkula school horror: Boy was hooked on violent video game
My Sherni, says father of girl injured in Panchkula school attack
Misusing agencies: Mann after ED searches AAP MLAs premises
AAP calls Rahul Gandhis Sangrur rally directionless
BJP meet on 1984 riots questions justice delay, challenges Rahul
Not a Diwali gift: Punjab employees question DA hike without clarity on arrears
Panchkula school horror: My Sherni, says father as little survivor returns to hugs & home
49% farm fires in Punjab, CAQM warns against laxity
Jhota killing: HC asks Punjab to explain procedure for demolishing accuseds house
HC allows cremation of Daljeet Singh at native village in Mansa, modifies earlier order
Midnight blaze: 22 sheds reduced to ashes at Baltana furniture market
Avoid repeated questioning to help victim deal with trauma: PGI experts
Punjabs farm fires decline sharply to 151
Haryana likely to remain dry till Nov 10, smog may persist in parts
Five Hansi cops suspended after Odisha contraband supplier dies in custody
Youth hit by car in Phase 11 after cracker dispute, fractures arm
Uphold constitutional values: Haryana assembly speaker at youth dialogue
Haryana crime down 9.41%, DGP orders police station-level analysis
Ahead of Diwali, unauthorised cracker sales flourish in Panchkula
Haryana CM orders salary cuts, transfers over lapses in Gurgaon
Diversion of imported liquor: ED raids 10 premises of vend chain, seizes Rs 11 lakh
Manns Diwali gift: 3% DA hike for Punjab employees, pensioners
Man held for kidnapping, raping minor in Tohana
ED searches 7 residences, offices linked to AAP MLA Amandeep Kaur Arora & kin
Day later, Bijli Mahadev forest fire brought under control
Jhota case: Day after shop demolition, police filed FIR against nearly 1.2k
Site engineer falls to death while installing solar panels in Hansi
No more foul play: Haryana plans Rs 38cr odour control system at 24 STPs
Mining site falls in Aravali? HC seeks Charkhi Dadri DC report
HP pensioners urged to link Aadhaar with bank accounts for payments
Punjab and Haryana HC orders fresh post-mortem and cremation in Chandigarh for Mansa youth
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Following a 'Player of the Match' award-winning spell against New Zealand in Auckland, Indian seamer Anshul Kamboj reflected on this highly crucial spell following a rough start to his international career, saying that playing badly in a match does not define one's career and that he keeps himself away from all the outside noise. Kamboj's spell of 2/22 might look ordinary on paper, but the fact that he delivered these figures within 10 overs showcases how much pressure he created on Kiwi batters in a low-scoring first ODI in Auckland. Having taken wickets of Mitchell Santner and Nathan Smith, Kamboj conceded only two fours and increased the Kiwis' dot-ball percentage, causing them to make mistakes and go for risky shots. Not so long ago, Anshul was thrashed all over the park by West Indies batters, particularly skipper Shai Hope during the ODI at New Chandigarh. The seamer conceded 82 in his nine overs during his debut ODI, out of which 42 were collected in 31 balls by Hope, who also h...
Telangana: ED arrests 4 in call centre scam targeting US nationals
Digital Desk | Hyderabad, Nov 4 (IANS) The Enforcement Directorate has arrested four key accused in connection with an ongoing money laundering investigation into a fake call centre scam targeting US nationals. ED, Hyderabad Zonal Office arrested Harshil Nayanbhai Raval, Jaswant Singh, Chetan Munjal, and Pranav Pithadia under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002 and produced them before the Special Court in Nampally, which remanded them to judicial custody. The Central agency said in a release on Wednesday that it had arrested Vikas Nimar, Tarachand Nimar and Mohd. Irfan Ansari in July-August in the same case. With the latest arrests, the total number of persons arrested by the ED in the case has gone up to seven. On September 15, the ED conducted searches in Patiala, Pune and Chandigarh, wherein three live call centres were detected with around 220 persons working at the time of searches. Digital devices along with cash and records were seized during the searches. Forensic examination has so far been completed on 79 digital devices, comprising 65 mobile phones, 13 laptops and computers and one data storage disk, which were found to hold the chats, ledgers, calling data, victim records and crypto wallets of the syndicate. The ED investigation was initiated into offences of cheating, forgery and criminal conspiracy committed against residents of the US through call centres, operated from India, involving impersonation of government officials and use of forged government documents and identity cards. According to the agency, the investigation has revealed that the syndicate operated organised calling floors (fake call centres) in which the staff worked as dialers, bankers and closers. US nationals were contacted on the pretext of fraudulent purchases or charges on their accounts and were thereafter intimidated by callers impersonating officials of US agencies such as the Drug Enforcement Administration, Department of Justice, Federal Trade Commission and Department of the Treasury, using forged identity cards, badges, official letters and court documents. Under the threat of legal action, the victims were induced to hand over cash and gold to pick-up persons, send cash in parcels through courier services, transfer funds to US bank accounts of money mule channels and were also routed through accounts in Dubai and other countries, the ED said. Explaining how the call centre cheated US nationals, the ED said lists of about 20 lakh US telephone numbers, with names, addresses and age, many of elderly persons, were loaded into auto diallers hosted on servers in Germany and Finland. Victims received fake alerts of purchases, refunds or a virus on their computer, or a call from a US number, and were made to call a toll-free helpline answered from India. According to ED, callers posed as officers of the DEA, Department of Justice, FTC and US Treasury, showing forged ID cards, badges, seizure notices and court orders, and said the victims accounts were linked to drugs or money laundering. Victims were threatened with arrest and freezing of all savings. They were told to keep the matter secret and to safeguard their money with the government. Victims bought gold bars, handed over cash to pick up persons, sent cash hidden in parcels by courier, wired money to mule accounts and Dubai companies, deposited cash at Bitcoin ATMs or bought gift cards. Dollars were settled at a daily rupee rate and moved to India through hawala and angadia tokens, crypto (USDT) and accounts in Dubai and Hong Kong, and invested in properties, gold, vehicles and businesses. Dialers made the first contact, bankers checked the victims savings, and closers posing as US officers took the money. ED identified 927 approved collections of about US$ 27.39 million (about Rs. 261 crore) between July 2025 and September 2026. The operation spanned several countries. Calls were placed from India to residents of the United States using lead lists of 20 lakh persons, US telephone numbers and auto-dialler servers hosted in Germany and Finland. The investigation has revealed that proceeds were collected in the US and routed through accounts of companies in the United Arab Emirates (Dubai) and Hong Kong, and through crypto-assets, before reaching India through hawala and angadia channels. A total of 549 victims in the US have been named so far. Many of them were born in the 1940s. As many as 6,463 US numbers were called or messaged. Investigation revealed that Pranav Pithadia was the owner and manager of the Patiala calling floors. The investigation is continuing to identify further proceeds of crime, trace the money trail and ascertain the involvement of other persons/entities in the offence of money laundering.
Panjab University Guest Faculty (Laws) Recruitment 2026
Department of Laws, Panjab University, Chandigarh has released the official notification for the recruitment of 3 Guest Faculty (Law) posts. The last date to submit the offline application is 14 November 2026. Further details are available at puchd.ac.in.
'One match going bad didnt affect me much', says Kamboj after miserly spell vs NZ
Digital Desk | Auckland, Nov 4 (IANS) Almost a month after a chastening ODI debut, where he gave away 82 runs against the West Indies in New Chandigarh, Anshul Kamboj made sure his second outing in the format would be remembered for the right reasons. The Haryana seamer strangled New Zealands batters at Eden Park on Wednesday, as he picked 2-22 in his ten overs, including bowling 46 dot balls. Kambojs spell was one of the reasons behind India bowling out New Zealand out for 185 in 40.2 overs. He was subsequently named Player of the Match in Indias five-wicket win by the DLS method in the series opener at Eden Park. Asked on bouncing back after not having a great ODI debut, where he arrived rushingly as Prasidh Krishnas replacement, Kamboj said the desire to do better drove him to put up a masterly spell in Auckland. Basically, if someone has a bad match, it doesnt decide whether someones career is going to be good or bad. I was doing the same thing from the beginning and I am still doing the same thing. So, one match going bad didnt affect me much. I just got the motivation to do better, he said in the post-match press conference. Asked about the outside noise after his Test debut against England at Manchester last year didnt go well, Kamboj added, Actually, I dont pay much attention to these things. I focus more on my cricket and see how I can improve it. I dont pay attention to what people think about me or what they say about me. So, it doesnt make much difference to me. Introduced as first change, Kamboj was the pick of Indias four pacers. He got the skid and utilised extra bounce on offer to keep a tight grip on the middle overs. It resulted in him removing New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner and Nathan Smith. Actually, todays wicket was a little seaming one. But it was also necessary that you have to put it on a good length. Only then you will get a purchase from the wicket. Otherwise, if you miss the length, you can get hit for runs. So, I was trying to put it in as many good areas as possible. I didnt think much about the result because there was a lot of purchase on the wicket if you were bowling in the right area, he said. While Kamboj built the pressure, Arshdeep Singh (4-70) and Gurnoor Brar (3-44) cashed in at the other end, sharing seven wickets between them. New Zealand were in danger of collapsing for far less before a 39-run last-wicket stand between Blair Tickner and Jacob Duffy, the highest partnership of the innings. Kamboj said his job was simply to hold one end. If someone is bowling well from one end, then the wicket is bound to come from the other end. So, thats it - keep putting as much pressure as possible. If they are stuck, then keep them stuck for a longer period of time. Dont give them easy boundaries or easy runs because if you dont give them easy runs, then they will play a wrong shot in order to get runs. They will do something. So, thats it - I wasnt thinking much. I was just thinking about bowling in better areas because they were obviously getting out from the other end. So, I didnt need to try much. Nor Kamboj was bothered by Eden Parks famously short boundaries. Basically, there are such small grounds in India as well. So, dimensions dont make much difference. When you look at the wicket, you look at what you have to do on the wicket and not at the dimensions. Dimensions come when there is no purchase on the wicket. Then dimensions come in the game. After two rain interruptions, India were set a revised target of 143 in 32 overs. Virat Kohlis 74 off 51 balls took them home in 22.4 overs and a 1-0 lead in the five-match series. Kamboj, also a handy batter, said preparation was the key to his confidence. If you come well prepared, then obviously you will get confidence. So, just prepare yourself as well as you can so that there is no surprise in the match. Just be ready for everything. On juggling both skills, he kept it simple. The role of an all-rounder is that if you have a ball in your hand, you are a bowler. If you have a bat in your hand, you are a batsman. So, thats it. So, you just have to focus on these things. You dont have to focus on bowling while batting. You dont have to focus on batting while bowling. So, thats the focus. When you have a bat in your hand, you only think about batting. When you have a ball in your hand, you only think about bowling. As such, you just have to improve your batting. If you have a bowling, you just have to improve your bowling. Looking ahead to the second game in Wellington on Saturday, Kamboj said the aim was to carry the rhythm forward. Just looking to build the same momentum in the next match as well. In fact, in every match, whichever is possible. So, just not thinking about anything. Just working on my things which I can improve - regarding the bowling, batting, or fielding. Whatever it is, just working on that.
Pragati Nagpal, who has been gaining recognition for her singing talent, is now set to explore a new avenue with her big-screen debut in the upcoming film Party Animals. The singer recently gave audiences a glimpse of her character, Zahra, describing her as a lively and free-spirited girl. Adding to the moment, music composer and singer Himesh Reshammiya extended his wishes to Pragati, congratulating her on the new milestone. Pragati took to her social media handle to introduce her character from the film, giving audiences a glimpse of what they can expect from her on-screen appearance. Himesh Reshammiya also shared the glimpse on his social media account and congratulated the singer. Extending his wishes, HR wrote, Super congratulations and best wishes always! @pragatinagpal! For those unfamiliar with Pragati's journey, she previously shared the stage with Himesh Reshammiya during his Cap Mania Tour, where she performed alongside the singer. Described as a Gen-Z performer, Pragati brings a vibrant personality and a distinct desi touch to her work. Originally from Chandigarh, she has been pursuing her musical ambitions in Mumbai while working towards establishing herself in the entertainment industry. Pragati began her musical journey with the song Useless Bhawra and subsequently released several other tracks. With Party Animals, she is now making her transition from music to acting. The film will see her sharing screen space with influencer and actor Viraj Ghelani, marking another step in her career. Directed towards a theatrical audience, Party Animals is scheduled to release in cinemas on November 20, 2026. With Himesh extending his support and Pragati preparing for her first big-screen appearance as Zahra, the film marks a new chapter in the singer's professional journey. Also Read : Himesh Reshammiya says he doesnt use Auto-Tune 90% of the time; explains why the technology has become essential in music recording
Diwali gift for employees: Punjab CM announces release of DA instalment
Digital Desk | Chandigarh, Nov 4 (IANS) Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Wednesday announced the release of a three per cent dearness allowance (DA) for state government employees and pensioners, providing financial relief to nearly eight lakh beneficiaries. He described the decision as a Diwali gift for government employees and pensioners. The Chief Minister announced that the DA instalment release would be added to the December instalment. In September, the Punjab government decided to increase DA by eight per cent for employees and pensioners. Appreciating the contribution of employees in the functioning of government administration, CM Mann said that the government employees are the backbone of the administrative machinery and play a vital role in delivering government services and welfare schemes to the people. The Chief Minister said that the state government values the hard work and dedication of its employees. The government believes that employee satisfaction is very important for providing better services to the people. He said that the decision to release the three per cent dearness allowance instalment has been taken with the aim of fulfilling the long-pending demand of the employees. CM Mann also congratulated the government employees and their families on this announcement. Earlier, after a meeting between the Chief Minister and representatives of various employee and pensioner organisations in Chandigarh on September 18, the DA rate was increased from 42 per cent to 50 per cent. The enhanced allowance was effective from September 1. That decision followed prolonged discussions between the government and employee unions, which had been demanding the release of pending DA instalments and the resolution of other service-related issues. The September announcement had also come after weeks of agitation by government employees over pending allowances and other demands. Employee organisations had been pressing the government to release outstanding DA instalments. However, several issues, including restoration of the Old Pension Scheme and other service-related demands, remain subjects of discussion between employee organisations and the state government.
Chandigarh [India], November 4: Maintaining its position as the top-most university, Chandigarh University has yet again emerged as India's Number 1 Private University in India for the fourth consecutive year in the latest edition of prestigious QS Asia University Rankings 2027. Earlier, Chandigarh University had secured the 1st rank among all private universities in India in 2024, 2025 and 2026 editions of the QS Asia University Rankings.
ED searches two houses of AAP legislator Amandeep Arora in Punjab's Moga
Digital Desk | Chandigarh, Nov 4 (IANS) The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Wednesday conducted searches at the two residences of Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) woman legislator Amandeep Kaur Arora in Punjab's Moga. According to initial reports, ED officials reached the legislator's premises early in the morning and launched a search operation. The development has drawn attention in Punjab's political circles, particularly with the Assembly elections approaching. However, the exact nature of the investigation, the case prompting the searches and the specific allegations, if any, against the MLA were not immediately clear. There was no immediate official statement from the Enforcement Directorate detailing the purpose of the operation or confirming whether any documents, cash or other material had been seized. The searches are likely to trigger a political response from the ruling AAP and opposition parties in Punjab. Further details are awaited as the operation progresses. Arora is the AAP MLA from Moga and also heads the party's women's wing in Punjab. She has recently received the party's nomination again from the constituency for the 2027 Punjab Assembly elections. On October 31, the Aam Aadmi Party released its first list of 40 candidates for the 2027 Assembly elections. However, no official information has established any connection between her electoral nomination and the agency's searches. Party leaders alleged that the raid was aimed at pressuring her to join the BJP or the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD), citing the case of Jalalabad MLA Raminder Singh Awla. Meanwhile, party workers arrived at the spot after learning about the raid and began protesting. They raised slogans against the EDs action. A large number of police personnel were stationed outside the house to maintain order. The workers alleged that the raid was being carried out at the BJPs direction. They claimed the BJP had little political presence in Punjab. Both the Akali Dal and the BJP do not have a potential candidate to field from Moga, either jointly or separately, said a close aide of the lawmaker.
ED raids Moga AAP MLA Amandeep Kaur Arora's residence
Punjab reports 2,196 stubble burning incidents; 494 FIRs registered
Digital Desk | Chandigarh, Nov 4 (IANS) A total of 2,196 incidents of stubble burning have been recorded in Punjab, and FIRs have been registered in 494 cases, officials said on Wednesday. This comes as the air pollution in North India continues to worsen as winter approaches. According to a report by the Punjab Pollution Control Board (PPCB) covering the period up to Tuesday (November 3), a total of 2,196 incidents of stubble burning have been recorded in the state so far. In connection with these incidents, Environmental Compensation (EC) has been imposed in 636 cases. The department has levied a total fine of Rs 32.05 lakh, of which Rs 20.60 lakh has already been recovered, the officials said. According to the report, the highest number of stubble-burning incidents in the state has been reported in Tarn Taran district, with 545 cases. This is followed by Ferozepur with 305 cases, Amritsar with 198, Sangrur with 154, and Bathinda with 148. Additionally, 52 incidents have been recorded in Fazilka, 66 in Faridkot, and 108 in Gurdaspur, the report mentioned. Meanwhile, in Patiala district, the PPCB report recorded 93 incidents of stubble burning. The department inspected 39 fields and confirmed stubble burning at 10 locations. Environmental Compensation has been imposed in 7 cases within the district. A total fine of Rs 40,000 was levied, of which Rs 20,000 has been recovered, officials said. Furthermore, according to the authorities, in Patiala, FIRs have been registered in nine cases related to stubble burning, and 'red entries' have been made in the revenue records for 10 fields. Additionally, warning notices have been issued to 10 farmers. Officials further mentioned that environmental compensation has been imposed in 636 cases. According to the report, 1,487 fields in the state have been inspected so far, with stubble burning confirmed at 701 locations. Additionally, 81 fields were identified where authorities discovered evidence of burning. FIRs have been registered in 494 cases, and 'red entries' have been made in the revenue records of 527 fields. Furthermore, prosecution proceedings have been initiated by the authorities in 16 cases. The report also reveals that no charge sheets have been filed, nor have any suspension orders been issued against any nodal or supervisory officers to date. However, 609 warning notices have been issued regarding negligence. Thus, government data indicates that despite actions taken against stubble-burning incidents, such fires continue to occur across the state. In this context, raising awareness among farmers, alongside vigilant monitoring and enforcement by the administration, remains crucial, officials said.
Rahul Gandhi to hold Insaaf Rally in Punjabs Sangrur today
Digital Desk | Chandigarh, Nov 4 (IANS) Congress leader and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi will address the party's Insaaf Rally in Sangrur district of Punjab on Wednesday, with state Congress leaders describing the event as an important platform to raise issues concerning the rights, future and justice of the people of Punjab. Punjab Congress President S. Pargat Singh said Rahul Gandhi's visit would provide fresh direction and momentum to the party's election campaign from the Malwa region, while sending a message to party leaders and workers to gear up for Mission 2027. Pargat Singh reviewed the preparations for the rally and said that people across Punjab were eagerly looking forward to Rahul Gandhi's arrival. AICC general secretary Sachin Pilot has been regularly visiting the rally venue in Sangrur, along with other Congress leaders to review preparations. Rahul is expected to target the alleged failures of the AAP-led Punjab Government. In a post on X, the Punjab Congress earlier said: Rahul Gandhi is coming tomorrow to Sangrur in Punjab - a hope for Punjab Everyone, please make sure to reach Fagguwala village at 10 AM in the morning. The state Congress president said the Insaaf Rally would serve as a decisive platform in the party's fight for Punjab's rights, future and justice. He noted that the Malwa region holds considerable significance in Punjab politics, with its Assembly constituencies playing an important role in determining election outcomes. According to Pargat Singh, taking the election campaign forward from Sangrur would form an important part of the Punjab Congress' strategy as the party prepares for the 2027 Assembly elections. He said the party would focus on strengthening its grassroots engagement with the public and effectively highlighting issues concerning the people of Punjab. Strengthening the party organisation, mobilising workers and consistently raising public concerns would remain among the key priorities ahead of the 2027 elections, he added. Pargat Singh further said Rahul Gandhi's visit would encourage party leaders and workers to come together and intensify their election preparations.
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