Punjab signs skill development pacts for automotive, footwear and fashion sectors
Punjabs rural CHCs face 84% specialist shortage
Farm fires down 95% since 2020, dont blame Punjab for Delhi smog: Aman Arora
ED alleges network of intermediaries sought to influence transfers, policy decisions in Punjab CMO
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has alleged that a network of private intermediaries around the Punjab Chief Ministers Office sought to influence government transfers, policy decisions, tenders, licensing and land approvals.
Wall brought down, five buffaloes stolen from plot
KCW trio paddle to five-medal haul at national varsity meet
PAU student takes Punjabs pesticide-free fight to global stage
MSc scholar showcases Punjab research on beneficial insects that can help curb dependence on chemical pesticides
Roadways, PRTC contract staff threaten Nov 16 strike
Realtor faces FIR over 2.5acre illegal colony
Vet varsity takes gene leap, genome-editing lab on way
Diwali leaves a dirty trail: Garbage piles up, some goes up in smoke
Punjab poll: First-level checking of EVMs, VVPATs from tomorrow
18 tourists injured in road accident in J&K's Ganderbal, 6 reportedly in critical condition
Digital Desk | Srinagar, Nov 10 (IANS) Eighteen tourists were injured on Tuesday when a vehicle carrying them from Kashmir's Sonamarg tourist resort to Srinagar skidded off the road and plunged into a 60-feet deep gorge near Gund in Ganderbal district. Local residents and police personnel rushed to the spot to evacuate the injured. Emergency arrangements were mobilised from different parts of the area as all the occupants required medical attention. Ambulances were called from several health facilities, including Primary Health Centres (PHCs) in Sonamarg, Gund and Ganiwan. The injured were initially shifted to PHC Gund, where they received first aid and preliminary medical treatment. The injured were later shifted to Srinagar city for treatment. Reports said that six of the injured tourists had been admitted to hospital in Srinagar in a critical condition. Sub-Divisional Police Officer (SDPO) Kangan Rajesh Raina confirmed the accident, saying that 18 people, including the driver, had sustained injuries. A list of injured persons identified 12 occupants, including the driver. The list included tourists from Ahmedabad and Surat in Gujarat, Murshidabad and other parts of West Bengal, and Gurdaspur in Punjab. Among those named were Sharda Bi, 58, and Ramesh Bhai, 59, from Ahmedabad; Daysha, 42, from Surat; Shobha, 50, and Rajesh Kumar from Ahmedabad; and Swarnadyyti Ghosh, 24, Mala Ghosh, 48, and Surjeet Ghosh, 61, from West Bengal. Mukesh Bhai, Kala Ben and Rohan Bhai, all from Gujarat, were also included in the list. Jagdesh, a resident of Gurdaspur in Punjab, was identified as the driver of the Tempo Traveller. The injury details available in the list mention head trauma suffered by Sharda Bi, Ramesh Bhai, Daysha, Shobha and Rajesh Kumar. Swarnadyyti Ghosh sustained trauma to the hip, while Surjeet Ghosh suffered an injury to the left side of his chest. Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on social media platform X on Tuesday evening said, I spoke with senior officials, SKIMS Director, and the Ganderbal Deputy Commissioner regarding the unfortunate road accident at Sumbal Bala in Ganderbal. Eight injured tourists from Gujarat and West Bengal have been referred to SKIMS. I have directed the officials and the SKIMS Director to ensure the best possible treatment for the injured. Praying for their speedy recovery. Despite biting cold especially in mornings and evenings, scores of tourists especially from West Bengal and Gujarat are these days visiting the Valley. Although winter tourism is yet to start, the autumn fag end tourism is going on in the Valley these days with tour and travel operators, hoteliers, taxi operators and others connected directly or indirectly with tourism doing some business during the otherwise lean tourist season in the Valley.
NASA Images Reveal Thick Post-Diwali Smog Over North India as Delhi AQI Hits 376
Amid this situation, NASA has released satellite images showing a thick layer of haze over the northern parts of India. The affected areas include Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Punjab and some other nearby regions.
Arms Supply Network Busted In Amritsar
Punjab Police in Amritsar have arrested six individuals allegedly involved in illegal arms supply networks, recovering 14 sophisticated pistols. The networks reportedly used foreign-based handlers and drone-based consignments to smuggle weapons, which were then supplied to criminals.
12 Injured as Tempo Traveller Skids Off Road in Ganderbal
Ganderbal, Nov 10 : At least 12 persons, including tourists from Gujarat, West Bengal and Punjab, were injured after a Tempo Traveller skidded off the road near Gund area of central Kashmirs Ganderbal district on Tuesday evening, officials said. An official told the news agencyKashmir News Observer (KNO) that the vehicle skidded off the road near Sumbal Bala on the SSG Road, resulting in injuries to at least 12 occupants. He said the injured were shifted to Primary Health Centre (PHC) Gund, where they were provided emergency medical treatment before several of them were referred to SKIMS Soura, Srinagar, for specialised treatment. The injured were identified as Sharda Bi, wife of Ramesh Bhai, and Ramesh Bhai, son of Bovin Bi, both residents of Ahmedabad, Gujarat; Daysha, son of Subash Chandra, a resident of Surat, Gujarat; Shobha, wife of Rajesh Kumar, and Rajesh Kumar, son of Derubi Patil, both residents of Ahmedabad. Others include Swarnadyyti Ghosh, wife of Surjeet Ghosh, a resident of West Bengal; Mala Ghosh, wife of Surjeet Ghosh, a resident of Murshidabad, West Bengal; Surjeet Ghosh, son of Late Krishna Dulal Ghosh, also from West Bengal; Mukesh Bhai, his wife Kala Ben, and their son Rohan Bhai, all residents of Gujarat; and Jagdesh, son of Amreet Singh, a resident of Gurdaspur, Punjab. Meanwhile, police have taken cognisance of the incident and initiated further investigation.(KNO)
Ex-Pakistan foreign minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi collapses in jail; hospitalised
Shah Mahmood Qureshi, the former foreign minister of Pakistan, collapsed in his barrack at Kot Lakhpat Jail. He suffered injuries after fainting and was admitted to the Punjab Institute of Cardiology for medical attention. His family alleges he has been imprisoned for over two years on false charges linked to the May 9 riots. Over 90 bail hearings have occurred, but he remains in custody without a hearing record.
Over a Dozen Injured in Road Accident on SSG Road
SRINAGAR: At least a dozen tourists from Gujarat, West Bengal and Punjab were injured after a Tempo Traveller skidded off the road near Sumbal Bala on the Srinagar-Sonamarg-Gumri (SSG) Road in Ganderbal district on Tuesday evening. According to sources, the vehicle was travelling from Sonamarg towards Srinagar when the accident occurred near Gund. The injured []
Punjab Burns Again: What Triggered Diwali Farm-Fire Surge? I Stubble Burning I TOI Special
Punjabs stubble-burning numbers had shown marginal year-on-year improvement until Diwali, when the state recorded 1,152 farm fires in a single day. In this discussion, TOIs Aditi Prasad speaks with Times of India Contributing Editors Amit Bhattacharya and Neel Kamal to examine the reasons behind the sudden spike and the broader picture on the ground. They discuss the pressure on farmers to clear fields before the wheat-sowing window, gaps in access to balers and residue-management machinery, rising demand for paddy straw from industries and biomass plants, and the role of enforcement and fines. The conversation also explores why small and marginal farmers remain vulnerable and what steps could make stubble management more viable.
Ravi Shastri Fires Warning To IPL Teams As Hardik Pandya Nears Punjab Kings Move
Former India coach Ravi Shastri recently shared his views on the possible trade involving Hardik Pandya from Mumbai Indians (MI) to Punjab Kings (PBKS) ahead of the IPL 2027 auction.
First-Level Check of EVMs and VVPATs to Begin in Punjab on November 12
Punjab will initiate the first-level check of EVMs and VVPATs on November 12 ahead of the February assembly elections. First-Level Check of EVMs and VVPATs to Begin in Punjab on November 12
Indias rice procurement down by 19 lakh tonne in October due to poor arrivals
Buying drops significantly in Haryana and Tamil Nadu, but Punjabs purchase is nearly at par
Punjab Police Uncover Two Illegal Arms Supply Networks, Six Arrested
Punjab Police dismantle two illegal arms supply networks, arresting six individuals and seizing 14 firearms in a significant operation. Punjab Police Uncover Two Illegal Arms Supply Networks, Six Arrested
AAPs Ashok Parashar Criticizes Delhi Government Over Punjab Stubble Burning Accusations
AAP leader Ashok Parashar defends Punjab against Delhis stubble burning accusations, urging collaboration for solutions. AAPs Ashok Parashar Criticizes Delhi Government Over Punjab Stubble Burning Accusations
Punjab Congress to begin outreach campaign from November 11 ahead of 2027 polls
Punjab Pradesh Congress Committee president Pargat Singh said the Punjab Mangda Insaaf campaign will seek accountability from the AAP government over drugs, deteriorating law and order and corruption, with former Chief Minister Charanjit Singh Channi to take part through a cycle yatra
Congress to launch Punjab Mangda Insaaf campaign tomorrow
Digital Desk | Chandigarh, Nov 10 (IANS) Punjab Pradesh Congress Committee President Pargat Singh on Tuesday announced that the Punjab Mangda Insaaf campaign will be formally launched on November 11. Through this initiative, the Congress will establish direct communication with people, understand their problems, needs and expectations and raise their concerns effectively. Speaking to the media here, Pargat Singh said the campaign had already begun with the Insaaf Rally held in Sangrur on November 4. It would now be expanded across Punjab on a much larger scale. The Congress will engage directly with stakeholders from the IT sector, agriculture, various industries and other sections of society. Senior party leaders will participate in different programmes to understand people's concerns. Special public outreach programmes will be organised across the Malwa, Majha and Doaba regions. He said campaign committee chairman Charanjit Singh Channi would also reach out to people across different Assembly constituencies through the Jawani Sambhal, Jatta cycle rally. Five to six senior party leaders will lead the campaign in different regions and take the party's message to every household. Pargat Singh said Punjab is currently grappling with drugs, gangsterism, deteriorating law and order and conditions resembling a police state. Bureaucratic mismanagement was also creating difficulties for ordinary people and the youth. Students who appeared for the PCS examination had also met him and raised concerns regarding irregularities and mismanagement in the examination process. The Congress will raise all these issues as part of a comprehensive campaign and hold the government accountable. He alleged the Aam Aadmi Party government had worsened the situation in Punjab. Describing AAP as the BJPs B-team, he said the party had sought two years to eliminate the drug menace, but the situation remained alarming even today. He further alleged that Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann did not exercise actual control over the government and that Punjab was being run by Arvind Kejriwal and Manish Sisodia. The government had damaged the image and reputation of Punjab. The Congress would reach out to the poor, youth and ordinary citizens, understand their problems and bring their concerns into the mainstream political discourse.
First-level checking of EVMs, VVPAT machines in Punjab on Nov 12
Digital Desk | Chandigarh, Nov 10 (IANS) Ahead of the Assembly elections in Punjab, likely slated for February next year, the first-level checking of electronic voting machines (EVMs) and voter-verifiable paper audit trail (VVPAT) machines will commence in all districts from November 12, Chief Electoral Officer Anindita Mitra said on Tuesday. She said the first-level checking is an essential process prescribed by the Election Commission of India (ECI) to ensure that only fully functional and election-ready machines are used during the elections. As per the guidelines of the Election Commission, the first-level checking to be used in every general election and by-election is conducted under the supervision of the District Election Officer by authorised engineers of Bharat Electronics Ltd (BEL). The CEO said only those EVMs and VVPATs which successfully pass the first-level checking will be used in the elections. The detailed procedure will be conducted as per instructions of the Election Commission. The process will be conducted in accordance with the extant instructions of the Election Commission. All necessary arrangements have been made to ensure the smooth, transparent and systematic conduct of the first-level checking process. Mitra said the process will be conducted under the supervision of the District Election Officers concerned and will be monitored at the level of the Chief Electoral Officer as well as the Election Commission. The CEO further said that, to ensure complete transparency and accountability throughout the process, live webcasting of the entire process will be conducted at all 23 locations. Two display screens have been installed at each district headquarters so that representatives can closely observe proceedings. Dedicated screens have also been set up at the Chief Electoral Officer headquarters to oversee the entire process live. Also, the Election Commission has appointed observers to supervise these operations. She urged all recognised political parties to authorise their representatives to witness the first-level checking of EVMs and VVPAT machines. She emphasised that the presence of party representatives during the process would further strengthen transparency, build confidence among stakeholders and ensure that the entire process is carried out in a fair and impartial manner.
Punjab Police dismantles two arms supply networks; six held, 14 pistols seized
Digital Desk | Chandigarh, Nov 10 (IANS) In a major breakthrough, Amritsar Commissionerate Police has dismantled two separate illegal arms supply networks in the state with the arrest of six people and recovered 14 sophisticated pistols from their possession, said Punjab Director General of Police (DGP), Gaurav Yadav, here on Tuesday. Those arrested have been identified as Bobby Singh and Ravinder Singh, alias Manna, both residents of Talwandi Shoba Singh village in Tarn Taran; Gurpreet Singh, alias Preet, Kamal, and Ajay Singh, alias Kaka, all residents of Amritsar; and Swaran Singh, a resident of Panchkula in Haryana. The recovered pistols include one .30 bore TISAS Zigana, one .30 bore Zigana Eagle, one .30 bore (made in China), two 9mm pistols, seven .30 bore pistols, and two .32 bore pistols. DGP Yadav said preliminary investigation has revealed that the accused were allegedly in contact with foreign-based handlers through social media platforms, who facilitated the supply of illegal weapons through drone-based consignments. The accused allegedly collected these consignments and further supplied the weapons to individuals involved in criminal activities, he said. The DGP said further investigation is underway to identify other associates to dismantle the wider illegal arms supply networks. Sharing operational details, Commissioner of Police (Amritsar), Harmanbir Singh Gill, said that in the first operation police teams acting on inputs arrested five accused, Bobby Singh, Ravinder, Gurpreet, Kamal, and Ajay, and recovered six illegal pistols from their possession. He said in the second operation, police acted on specific information and apprehended Swaran Singh, recovering eight illegal pistols from his possession. In this regard, two separate cases, First Information Report (FIR) No. 272 dated November 2 under Sections 25 (6,7 and 8) of the Arms Act at Police Station Chheharta and FIR No. 207 dated November 8 under Sections 25 (6,7 and 8) of the Arms Act at Police Station Civil Lines were registered.
ICSE board exams for Class 12, Class 10 to begin on Feb 9 &15
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 10 (IANS) The Class 12 board exams conducted by the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) will be held between February 9 and April 8, 2027. The Class 10 board exams will be conducted from February 15 to March 31. Over 1.10 lakh candidates from 1,651 affiliated schools will appear across 1,477 examination centres in India and overseas. The Council is set to conduct the ISC Class 12 board exams for 60 subjects. The ICSE Class 10 exams, starting February 15, will be conducted across 2,835 examination centres in India and overseas. Class 10 students must note that the reading time will now commence at 10 am, followed by the writing time at 10.15 am. Candidates appearing for the ICSE examination must ensure that they are seated in their respective examination halls or rooms by 9:45 am, said the council's Chief Executive and Secretary Joseph Emmanuel. The Council also noted that the largest ICSE candidate concentrations are from Uttar Pradesh (51,168), West Bengal (46,521), Karnataka (33,417), Maharashtra (31,035), Punjab (19,308) and Jharkhand (17,201). Earlier, the CBSE the countrys other major school board - said the Class 10 and Class 12 exams for the current academic year will begin on February 16, 2027 Earlier, the government announced that ICSE and ISC students can access results and mark sheets in real time via DigiLocker. Students of the ICSE Class 10 and ISC Class 12 can now access their results, mark sheets, as well as certificates in real time from DigiLocker, the Ministry of Electronics and IT said. The students can access their authentic digital documents anytime, anywhere from the platform in digital format. DigiLocker, the flagship platform under the Digital India initiative, has enabled this revolutionary step by providing a secure, trusted, and eco-friendly solution for issuing and accessing academic credentials in digital format by boards, universities, and other bodies, the ministry said.
BJP slams Punjab govt on crop residue management
Digital Desk | Chandigarh, Nov 10 (IANS) Bharatiya Janata Party Punjab President Kewal Singh Dhillon on Tuesday mounted a counter-offensive against the Bhagwant Mann government over its failure to manage crop residue, asserting that the Aam Aadmi Party cannot escape its four-and-a-half-year record in the state by staging press conferences to blame Delhi. Dhillon stated that on November 4, 2022, party national convener Arvind Kejriwal publicly accepted responsibility for farm fires alongside Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, seeking one year to resolve the crisis. Over four years into its tenure, the Mann administration has failed to provide accessible alternatives, leaving farmers stranded. Posing five direct questions to the AAP dispensation, Dhillon asked: Where is the bio-decomposer? What happened to the Pusa bio-decomposer heavily promoted by AAP? How many acres were sprayed, what was the state-level expenditure, and what measurable results were achieved? The Central government released Rs 2,056.50 crore to Punjab under the Crop Residue Management (CRM) Scheme up to 2025-26. Where has every single rupee been spent, and how much has actually reached farmers? The state BJP chief asked. Where are the 94,456 CRM machines? The Agriculture Department claims 94,456 CRM machines were deployed. How many are operational, how many Custom Hiring Centres are functional, and how many marginal farmers can actually access them during the sowing window? Why no direct cash incentive? While Haryana provides Rs 1,000 to Rs 1,200 per acre to its farmers, why did the Punjab government fail to independently fund its promised Rs 2,500 per acre cash assistance? Why slap first information reports (FIRs) and red entries on farmers? Why is the Mann government booking small farmers under police sections and making punitive red entries in revenue records to conceal its own administrative paralysis? Dhillon demanded an immediate, independent audit of CRM machinery funds, an immediate rollback of punitive red entries against farmers, and practical per-acre financial support.
Sunanda Sharma celebrates her journey from a small town to the big stage, shares stage with mother
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 10 (IANS) Punjabi singer Sunanda Sharma celebrated her journey from a small town to the big stage as she shared a special glimpse of her stage performance with her mother on social media. Taking to Instagram, Sunanda posted a picture featuring her mother alongside her on stage. Through a series of captions, the singer reflected on her journey, confidence and the importance of staying true to oneself. Sharing her images with her mom, she wrote, Thank God I never listened to anyone who told me to be realistic. The photographs feature Sunanda sharing a warm hug with her mother on stage, making for a special mother-daughter moment. The singer also posted several solo pictures from her performance, capturing her confidence and vibrant stage presence. In another caption, Sunanda expressed her playful side, writing, He asked why he only gets to see me at night? I said baby cause Im a STAR. She also added, Fan of this crazy gurl. The singer further celebrated her roots with the Punjabi lines, Chote pind ton uthke aayi ne, Jitt leya saara jahaan ve, reflecting on her journey from a small town to achieving recognition. Emphasizing the importance of individuality, she also wrote, Never lose yourself for anybody, followed by, Her spirit shines without permission. Through these pictures and captions, Sunanda offered a glimpse into her journey, celebrating her achievements while sharing a special moment with her mother on stage. Meanwhile, Sunanda Sharma recently made headlines after an unexpected incident at an event in Jaipur forced her to cut short her performance. The singer was performing on stage when a man from the audience suddenly climbed onto it, leaving her startled. Sunanda screamed in shock as security personnel immediately intervened to handle the situation. She soon walked off the stage, bringing her performance to an abrupt end. Videos capturing the incident later surfaced on social media.
Sikh Federation (UK) Launches Nationwide Campaign Against Home Office Targeting of Sacred Kirpan
The Sikh Federation (UK) has launched a nationwide campaign challenging the Home Offices approach towards the sacred Kirpan, urging the Prime Minister to meet Sikh representatives and calling on Gurdwaras and constituents to write to MPs. The post Sikh Federation (UK) Launches Nationwide Campaign Against Home Office Targeting of Sacred Kirpan appeared first on Sikh Siyasat News .
AAPs Saurabh Bhardwaj Challenges Claims Linking Punjab Stubble Burning to Delhi Pollution
AAP leader Saurabh Bhardwaj disputes claims that Punjabs stubble burning significantly contributes to Delhis pollution levels. AAPs Saurabh Bhardwaj Challenges Claims Linking Punjab Stubble Burning to Delhi Pollution
Start agitation against drugs, Harsimrat Badal appeals to Punjab women
Digital Desk | Amritsar, Nov 10 (IANS) Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) leader Harsimrat Kaur Badal on Tuesday appealed to the Mai Bhago di Fauj to start an andolan against drugs on the pattern of the Kisan Andolan, asserting only a large-scale sustained campaign by those who are most affected by this menace can eradicate it once and for all. The Bathinda MP, who addressed gatherings of women at Attari and Raja Sansi in Amritsar district, said, I appeal to you to start a mass movement against drugs by forming jathas to make these messengers of death aware that you are fully organised to take them on. You should also start thikri pehra in your villages to deny access to drug traffickers. Asserting that the women themselves would have to take charge of the fight against drugs, Harsimrat Badal said: Both the previous Congress and the present Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) governments have failed you. Instead of fulfilling their guarantee to end this menace, they have presided over its spread. She also accused the AAP government of betraying women by promising them Rs 60,000 but disbursing only Rs 3,000 to purchase their votes. Is this satkar (respect) for women or an insult to them? She said if anybody had respected women as a chief minister, it was Parkash Singh Badal who started the Shagun scheme for them, besides distributing cycles to girls and initiating the aata daal scheme. All this and more was done without giving any guarantee, she added. Harsimrat Badal also said the situation had become such that Punjab was ranked number one in drug smuggling and number two in drug overdose deaths. Even while we have achieved this dubious distinction under the AAP rule, we have gone down to the 18th position in education and health parameters nationally. This is the reason why women are coming up to me everywhere and telling me they have no demand except ending the drug menace in the state, she added.
Punjab Assembly Elections 2027: Congress Dominates Gurudaspur District in 2022, AAP Gains Ground
In the 2022 Punjab elections, Congress secured four out of seven seats in Gurudaspur, while AAP claimed three. The 2027 elections are heating up. Punjab Assembly Elections 2027: Congress Dominates Gurudaspur District in 2022, AAP Gains Ground
Punjab records 4,657 stubble-burning incidents; fines worth Rs 7.28 cr imposed
Tarn Taran reports the highest number of farm fires at 659, followed by Ferozepur with 621 incidents, according to the November 9 report
Drones, Guns, Heroin And A Pak Link: Cross-Border Racket Busted In Punjab
Mohali Police have arrested four drug peddlers who were allegedly operating in contact with Pakistan-based handlers and used drones from across the international border to receive heroin consignments.
PSSSB Jail Warder PMT PET Admit Card 2026 Out - Download Warder, Matron Hall Ticket
The Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB) has released the PSSSB Jail Warder PMT PET Admit Card 2026 for Warder and Matron candidates under Advertisement No. 08/2026. The Board has shortlisted 4,124 candidates for the physical examination, including 3,642 Warder and 482 Matron candidates. Candidates can download their physical-test e-admit cards through the official website at sssb.punjab.gov.in.
Pakistan's Punjab govt questions Hafiz Saeed-linked party's participation in NA by-poll
Pakistan's Punjab government expressed concerns about the involvement of Hafiz Saeed's political party in elections. The PML-N government criticized the PMML for contesting elections despite being declared a banned group. While the election saw PML-N's candidate secure a significant victory, PMML alleged rigging and violations. Additionally, members of the Punjab government previously associated with PMML have raised eyebrows. The situation highlights ongoing tensions between political entities and the state.
'That was a big miss for them': Mukund wants MI to rope in Indian wicketkeeper
Earlier, Cricinfo reported that MI and Punjab Kings (PBKS) are in talks to trade Pandya in exchange for Arshdeep Singh ahead of the upcoming mini-auction
Former Punjab minister and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA from Patti, Laljit Singh Bhullar, has announced that he will not contest the 2027 Punjab Assembly elections. In a message shared on his official Facebook page,...
EC extends Model Code of Conduct curbs to retired officials hired by states
The Election Commission on Tuesday said restrictions and prohibitions applicable to serving government employees under the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) will also apply to retired government officials and other individuals engaged by state and Union territory governments. In a letter to the chief secretaries and chief electoral officers of Goa, Manipur, Punjab, Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand, all five of which will go to polls early next year, the Election Commission (EC) said such individuals must maintain political neutrality and refrain from participating in election campaigns or canvassing.
ECI tightens political neutrality rules for retired officials ahead of 2027 Assembly polls
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 10 (IANS) The Election Commission of India (ECI) has directed that individuals, including retired government officials who have been re-employed, appointed, or engaged by state governments in various capacities, must strictly maintain political neutrality during the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) period. In a communication addressed to the Chief Secretaries and Chief Electoral Officers of Goa, Manipur, Punjab, Uttar Pradesh, and Uttarakhand, where polls are due early next year, the poll body clarified that such individuals must refrain from participating in election campaigns, canvassing, or any activity that could indicate support for a particular political party or candidate. It also prohibited them from using their names, official designations, positions or authority to favour any individual, political party, or group during the election period. Assembly elections in all five states are scheduled to be held in 2027. Explaining its existing instructions regarding the conduct of government employees during elections, the ECI said that public servants are expected to maintain impartiality and avoid any involvement that could influence voters or provide an advantage to a particular political organisation. The Commission has in the past, in respect of the conduct of Government employees, issued instructions stating that they are not expected to take part in any election campaign or canvassing and should take scrupulous care not to lend their names, official position or authority to assist one individual/political party/group as against another, it stated. The poll body further clarified that the provisions of the Model Code of Conduct are not restricted to regular government departments and employees, and also extend to organisations, committees, corporations and commissions that receive full or partial government funding, along with the employees associated with these establishments. The ECI also pointed out that the relevant Conduct Rules applicable in the states already prohibit government servants from participating in political activities and electoral campaigning. Individuals including retired government officials/officers/employees are attached or engaged or employed or re-employed in various capacities by State/UT Governments, for whom there are no specific guidelines or Rules relating to their political neutrality and conduct during MCC period, the ECI noted. To address this gap, the Commission has now extended the restrictions applicable to serving government employees to this category of individuals as well. It directed that retired officials working with state or Union Territory governments must follow the same standards of political neutrality and refrain from activities prohibited under the MCC. Additionally, the ECI has specifically prohibited such individuals from summoning election-related officials posted in constituencies or districts where elections have been announced for official discussions or meetings. They have also been barred from conducting video conferences or holding meetings with any such election officials during the MCC period. Any omission or commission of any act in contravention of the Commission's directions shall be viewed seriously, the ECI said. Emphasising strict implementation, the poll body instructed the concerned state administrations to circulate the communication among all relevant departments, organisations, and individuals to ensure that the directions are followed without exception.
IPL 2027: Arshdeep Singh To Join Bumrah At MI? Father Confirms Trade, Reveals Surprise
Punjab Kings and Mumbai Indians are yet to make an official announcement, but Arshdeep's father said the family had received an intimation about the trade.
ICSE Class 10 & 12 board exam datesheet out
The Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) on Tuesday announced the schedule for the Indian Certificate of Secondary Education (ICSE Class X) and Indian School Certificate (ISC Class XII) Year 2027 Examinations.A total of 379,980 candidates are set to appear for the two examinations, the board said, reaffirming its reach and its continued commitment to delivering credible, fair and high-quality school-level assessments.Also read: ISCE Class 12 Board Exam Timetable 2027 PDF: Check exam dates, subject-wise schedule and download steps2.70 lakh candidates from 3,106 affiliated schools will appear for the ICSE Year 2027 Examination, while more than 1.1 lakh candidates from 1,651 schools will appear for the ISC examination.The ICSE examination will cover 76 subjects papers, while the ISC examination will feature 60 subjects.The ICSE Year 2027 Examination will commence on Monday, February 15, 2027, and conclude on Wednesday, March 31, 2027. The examination will be conducted across 2,835 examination centres in India and overseas.Also read: ICSE Class 10 Board Exam Time Table 2027: Download subject-wise date sheet PDF hereCheck full ICSE Class 10 timetable hereDateTimeSubjectMonday, February 1510:15 a.m.English Language ENGLISH Paper 1Tuesday, February 1609.00 a.m.Art Paper 4 (Applied Art)Thursday, February 1810:15 a.m.Literature in English ENGLISH Paper 2Monday, February 2210:15 a.m.MathematicsTuesday, February 2309.00 a.m.Art Paper 1 (Still Life)Wednesday, February 2410:15 a.m.(Group III-Elective-Section B)Robotics & Artificial Intelligence, Assistant Beauty Therapist, Assistant Hairstylist, Basic Data Entry Operator, Dietetic Aide, Cashier, Early Years Physical Activity Facilitator, Auto Service TechnicianFriday, February 2610:15 a.m.History & Civics - H.C.G. Paper 1Monday, March 0110:15 a.m.Geography - H.C.G. Paper 2Tuesday, March 0209.00 a.m.Art Paper 2 (Nature Drawing/ Painting)Thursday, March 0410:15 a.m.HindiMonday, March 0810:15 a.m.Physics - SCIENCE Paper 1Friday, March 1210:15 a.m.Chemistry - SCIENCE Paper 2Monday, March 1510:15 a.m.Biology - SCIENCE Paper 3Tuesday, March 1609.00 a.m.Art Paper 3 (Original Composition)Wednesday, March 1710:15 a.m.(Group III-Elective-Section A)Carnatic Music, Commercial Applications, Computer Applications, Cookery, Drama, Economic Applications, Environmental Applications, Fashion Designing, French, German, Hindustani Music, Home Science, Hospitality Management, Indian Dance, Mass Media & Communication, Physical Education, Spanish, Western Music, YogaTechnical Drawing ApplicationsFriday, March 1910:15 a.m.Ao-Naga, Assamese, Bengali, Bhasha Indonesia, Dzongkha, Garo, Gujarati, Kannada, Khasi, Lepcha, Mizo, Malayalam, Marathi, Nepali, Odia, Punjabi, Sanskrit, Tamil, Tangkhul, Telugu, Urdu, Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Modern Armenian, Portuguese, Spanish, Thai, TibetanThursday, March 2510:15 a.m.Environmental Science (Group II Elective)Monday, March 2910:15 a.m.Commercial Studies (Group II Elective)Wednesday, March 3110:15 a.m.Economics (Group II Elective)French, Sanskrit (Group II Elective)Check ISC CLASS XII Year 2027 Timetable hereDate and DayTimeSubjectTuesday, February 92.00 P.M.Environmental Science2.00 P.M.Western Music - Paper 1 (Theory)Wednesday, February 102.00 P.M.English Paper 1 (English Language)2.00 P.M.Modern English - Paper 1 (English Language)Friday, February 122.00 P.M.Applied Mathematics2.00 P.M.Robotics - Paper 1 (Theory)2.00 P.M.Geometrical and Building Drawing2.00 P.MBiotechnologySaturday, February 139.00 A.M.Art Paper 1 (Drawing or Painting from Still Life)Monday, February 152.00 P.M.English - Paper 2 (Literature in English)Tuesday, February 162.00 P.M.Modern English - Paper 2 (Literature in English)Thursday, February 182.00 P.M.EconomicsMonday, February 222.00 P.M.Bengali, Gujarati, Hindi, Khasi, Mizo, Malayalam, Nepali, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, Urdu, Dzongkha, Lepcha, Chinese, Modern Armenian, Tibetan, Arabic, Sanskrit, GermanWednesday, February 242.00 P.M.Chemistry - Paper 1(Theory)Friday, February 262.00 P.M.AccountancySaturday, February 279.00 A.M.Art Paper 2 (Drawing or Painting from Nature)Monday, March 12.00 P.M.MathematicsWednesday, March 32.00 P.M.Physical EducationThursday, March 42.00 P.M.Home Science - Paper 1 (Theory)2.00 P.M.Indian Music - Hindustani - Paper 1 (Theory)Monday, March 82.00 P.M.Physics - Paper 1 (Theory)Tuesday, March 92.00 P.M.Mass Media & CommunicationThursday, March 112.00 P.M.Business StudiesFriday, March 122.00 P.M.GeographySaturday, March 139.00 A.M.Art Paper 4 (Original Imaginative Composition in Colour)Monday, March 152.00 P.M.Biology - Paper 1 (Theory)Wednesday, March 172.00 P.MComputer Science - Paper 1 (Theory)Friday, March 192.00 P.M.HistorySaturday, March 209.00 A.M.Art Paper 5 (Crafts 'A')Wednesday, March 249.00 A.M.Art Paper 3 (Drawing or Painting of a Living Person)Thursday, March 252.00 P.M.SociologyMonday, March 292.00 P.M.CommerceWednesday, March 312.00 P.M.PsychologyFriday, April 22.00 P.M.Political ScienceSaturday, April 32.00 P.M.Fashion Designing - Paper 1 (Theory)2.00 P.M.Geometrical and Mechanical DrawingMonday, April 52.00 P.M.Artificial Intelligence - Paper 1 (Theory)2.00 P.M.Hospitality Management2.00 P.M.Electricity and ElectronicsTuesday, April 62.00 P.MElective EnglishThursday, April 82.00 P.MLegal Studies
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has informed the Delhi High Court that it is examining serious allegations of separatist links against Waris Punjab De before taking a decision on the organisations application for registration as a political party. In an affidavit filed before the High Court, the poll body said it had received sensitive [] The post ECI flags alleged separatist links of Waris Punjab de before Delhi High Court; background inquiry pending appeared first on India Legal .
PSSSB Jail Warder Physical Test Date 2026 Out - Download PMT/PET Shortlisted Candidates PDF
The Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB) has released the PSSSB Jail Warder Physical Test Date 2026 through official public notices dated 7 November 2026. The Physical Measurement Test (PMT) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET) for Warder and Matron posts under Advertisement No. 08/2026 will be conducted from 11 November to 16 November 2026 at Polo Ground, Stadium Road, Patiala.
IPL 2027: Arshdeep's move to MI complete? Pacer's father shares update
Pacer's father also referred to the support Arshdeep had received during his time with Punjab Kings, adding that the family would always have a special connection with the franchise
'I would release QDK': Abhinav Mukund wants MI to bring in Indian wicketkeeper
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 10 (IANS) Former India cricketer Abhinav Mukund has pitched for the Mumbai Indians to bring in an Indian wicketkeeping option and also to release Quinton de Kock from the team as the November 17 retention deadline approaches. MI are reportedly set to trade Hardik Pandya to Punjab Kings in exchange for Arshdeep Singh as the teams head towards the retentions and the IPL 2027 auction, which is set to take place on December 16. While bringing Arshdeep from PBKS would bolster the fast-bowling line-up, which already includes Jasprit Bumrah, Deepak Chahar, Shardul Thakur and Trent Boult, MI don't have an experienced Indian wicketkeeper in their ranks since Ishan Kishan was released ahead of the IPL 2025 mega auction. They do have two foreign wicketkeepers in de Kock and Ryan Rickleton, along with a largely untested uncapped wicketkeeper, Robin Minz. If he (Hardik) does go to another side, I would think it should be a win-win for all parties involved. If you're talking about Mumbai Indians, the only thing, according to me, that was missing was an Indian wicketkeeper in there. That was a big miss for them because, in their top seven, they had to play either Ryan Rickelton or Quinton de Kock. I know Rickelton is in great form, but that pushes Tilak down; it doesn't give you the option to play both Sherfane Rutherford and Will Jacks. So, it was a bit of a confusing scenario to fit in an overseas spinner plus an overseas wicketkeeper within the quota of four overseas players. Does that solve the problem if Hardik Pandya goes out? Mukund told JioStar. MI bought de Kock at his base price of Rs 1 crore during the IPL 2026 auction, but he largely remained unused and played only three games last season as MI went with Rickleton as their first-choice keeper-batter. I know he was not an expensive buy, but I would release Quinton de Kock for the sole reason of just freeing up overseas cap space, in case you need someone else. So, in case there is a necessity for somebody else, and not a wicketkeeper-opening batter, then you'll have a free spot. Then it also depends on who comes in the Hardik trade. So, on the basis of that, if you need space for an extra overseas player, I would release him, he added.
'Hardik's Trade Key In MI's Decision-making For Retention': Aakash Chopra
Kolkata Knight Riders: Former India cricketer Aakash Chopra emphasised that Mumbai Indians' retention and release decisions ahead of the IPL 2027 auction will revolve around the potential trade of Hardik Pandya. Hardik is set to be traded to Punjab Kings for Arshdeep Singh, as the all-rounder has failed to inspire Mumbai Indians to the final in his second stint with the franchise from 2024 onwards. IANS had earlier reported that the paperwork for the deal was completed and that a formal nod was awaited. Speaking to JioStar, Chopra stressed MI's retention decisions and the possible trade of Hardik. If everything had gone well last season, looking at their team, you feel like, 'Why change anything at all?' They have the balance, they have the experience, and they have the explosiveness. So why change? Maybe they need an Indian spinner or an Indian fast bowler, which they will find. But that's all that they needed to do. But then the major talk of the town is the trade of Hardik Pandya. That is where it is going to start for MI in terms of their decision-making on retentions and releases because you don't usually find a player like that. But what if, in his place, you get two? he told JioStar. Meanwhile, Chopra felt that MI must also release New Zealand fast bowler Trent Boult, who had a below-par 2026 season with the franchise. Boult took only two wickets in five matches in 2026 at an average of 94. Five matches, two wickets, 11 and a half runs per over. That tells me that Trent Boult has to be released. 12.5 crore is a lot of money, and in exchange, you can get quite a few players, and many people won't even need to be released. Hardik Pandya will be a trade; it's not going to be a release or retention question. So, if, in exchange for him, you cannot find players, then you have to retain Hardik Pandya. There is no doubt about it. But with Trent Boult, I don't think there is any ambiguity; he has to be released, he said. Five matches, two wickets, 11 and a half runs per over. That tells me that Trent Boult has to be released. 12.5 crore is a lot of money, and in exchange, you can get quite a few players, and many people won't even need to be released. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Wrestler Shot Dead While Bursting Diwali Firecrackers Outside Home In Punjab
The police said that multiple teams have been formed to arrest the accused.
Punjabi University Patiala Result 2026 Out - Check UG
Punjabi University Patiala has published new semester results on its examination results portal. The latest list covers 12 programmes, including B.Sc. Honours in Chemistry Sem-II, B.Pharmacy Sem-II, B.C.A. Hons Sem-IV, M.A. Honors English Sem-II and more.
Why Hardik Pandya Could Be On His Way Out Of Mumbai Indians
Former India cricketer Aakash Chopra has weighed in on Mumbai Indians' potential squad changes for IPL 2027, suggesting a trade involving Hardik Pandya and the release of Trent Boult. Reports indicate MI is close to trading Pandya to Punjab Kings for Arshdeep Singh, a move aimed at bolstering their pace attack. Chopra also discussed the financial implications of retaining or releasing key players.
American Sikh Council Representatives Participate in NJEA Convention in Atlantic City
The American Sikh Council participated in the 2026 NJEA Convention in Atlantic City, engaging with over 13,000 educators and raising awareness about Sikh heritage, history, and the significance of the turban. The post American Sikh Council Representatives Participate in NJEA Convention in Atlantic City appeared first on Sikh Siyasat News .
HBCHRC Punjab Project Assistant Recruitment 2026
Homi Bhabha Cancer Hospital & Research Centre, Punjab (HBCHRC Punjab) has released the official notification for the post of Project Assistant. Selection will be carried out through a Walk-in Interview scheduled on 17 November 2026 at 3rd Floor, New Building, HRD Department, Homi Bhabha Cancer Hospital, HBCH, Sangrur. Candidates should report at 9:30 AM.
Punjab reports 4,657 stubble burning cases, 1,442 FIRs by Nov 9
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Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 10 (IANS) A fresh political controversy has erupted after Congress Parliamentary Party Chairperson Sonia Gandhi recalled how former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi was moved to tears on seeing images of the devastation caused during Operation Blue Star in 1984. In her upcoming book, 'Belonging: A Journey of Love', scheduled for release on Tuesday, Sonia Gandhi has spoken about the emotional impact of the military operation on her mother-in-law, as quoted by NDTV. According to the report, the controversy follows Sonia Gandhi's interview with The Guardian ahead of the release of her book, in which she recalled Indira Gandhi's reaction after being shown photographs of the destruction during Operation Blue Star. Sonia Gandhi said that when her mother-in-law was shown images of the devastation inside the Golden Temple complex, ears rolled down her face. Her remarks have drawn a sharp reaction from the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD), which questioned the Congress leadership's expression of anguish over an operation that it described as an attack on the Sikh community and Sri Akal Takht Sahib, the supreme temporal seat of the Sikhs. Reacting to the reports, SAD spokesperson Arshdeep Singh Kler questioned the Congress leadership's position, alleging that Operation Blue Star was carried out as part of a conspiracy. He said the pain inflicted by the operation would remain in the hearts of Sikhs for generations. Drawing a parallel with the 1984 anti-Sikh riots, Kler said the suffering caused by the Congress could not be expressed in words. The Congress committed genocide against Sikhs, and innocent Sikhs were murdered, he said. He challenged the Congress leadership to speak to families who lost their loved ones and whose homes were burnt during the violence, saying only then could they understand the extent of the community's suffering. Sonia Gandhi also recalled that Indira Gandhi faced threats to her life following the military operation and had begun preparing her family for the possibility of her death. She told us what to do in case she died - so she knew, Sonia Gandhi was quoted as saying by The Guardian. She was making preparations for her death. She told Rahul he must be brave and not to cry, she said as quoted by NDTV in its report. Sonia Gandhi also said she believed Indira Gandhi's visit to Kashmir with her grandchildren that summer was an attempt to say goodbye. Operation Blue Star was carried out by the Indian Army in June 1984 to flush out armed militants from the Golden Temple complex in Amritsar. The operation remains one of the most sensitive and painful chapters in Sikh history, with the damage to the complex and Sri Akal Takht Sahib continuing to evoke strong emotions. On October 31, 1984, months after the operation, Indira Gandhi was assassinated by two of her Sikh bodyguards at her residence in New Delhi. Meanwhile, defending the Congress, party working president Raj Kumar Verka said the party had never justified Operation Blue Star and maintained that Congress stood with Punjab and its people. Verka also referred to visits by Rahul Gandhi and Sonia Gandhi to the Golden Temple, stating that both leaders had offered prayers at the Sikh shrine.
Arshdeep Singh's father confirms pacer's move to Mumbai Indians ahead of IPL 2027 season
Arshdeep Singh is set to join Mumbai Indians, with Hardik Pandya moving in the opposite direction to Punjab Kings ahead of the IPL 2027 season. The proposed swap has gained momentum, with both franchises reportedly...
Hardik Pandya, Arshdeep Singh Trade Confirmed. Pacer's Father Spills Details
Arshdeep Singh's father, Darshan Singh, has confirmed that the pacer has been traded from Punjab Kings to Mumbai Indians. But, he didn't confirm if Hardik Pandya is part of the deal.
Indian Student, 21, Got Flat Tyre On Dubai Road. Speeding Car Killed Her
The family said they have been told that the driver of the speeding vehicle has been arrested and a probe is underway in the case.
Ravi Shastri backs Hardik Pandya to feel charged if potential move to PBKS is confirmed
Ravi Shastri believes Hardik Pandya has the ability to change the course of a T20 match when operating at full fitness, as speculation over the all-rounder's potential switch from Mumbai Indians to Punjab Kings gathers...
Why Shubman Gill is captaining India for the last time in ODI series
Shubman Gill leads India in his final match of the ODI series against New Zealand at Seddon Park. He will miss the fourth and fifth ODIs due to workload management before the Test series. India are ahead in the series, leading series 2-0. Shreyas Iyer will take over as captain for the final two matches.
Financial planning for DINK couples in India: 10 money moves for two incomes
Two salaries dont automatically mean more wealth. Learn how DINK couples in India can plan cash flow, insurance, goals, FIRE, parents and estate, step by step.
Australian airline Qantas is set to outsource around 850 head-office jobs to technology company Accenture under a multi-year agreement, with most of the affected services expected to be delivered by teams in India, reports 9News Australia. Qantas is Australia's national airline and one of the country's major aviation companies. The outsourcing move is part of a broader plan to modernise its technology systems and prepare the business for the growing role of artificial intelligence (AI) in the travel industry. The first changes are expected to be implemented by mid-2027, with the initial phase covering finance, procurement, people and marketing functions. Some of the services in these departments will move to Accenture, with most work to be handled by its teams in India and some in Australia. In an internal note to employees, Qantas Chief Executive Officer Vanessa Hudson said the changes were aimed at simplifying operations and improving efficiency.
Thane (Maharashtra) [India], November 10: Mittral Life Science, a pharmaceutical wholesale and trading firm based in Kopari, Thane (East), today announced the availability of its product range through its network of distributors, stockists and chemists across Mumbai, Thane, Navi Mumbai, Kalyan and the Konkan belt. Trade enquiries are also open to partners from other parts of India.
India Stick with Winning Formula: Unchanged XI Named for Crucial 3rd ODI Against New Zealand
With a 2-0 series lead already in the bag, Team India has shown no interest in fixing what isnt broken. The BCCI on Tuesday unveiled an unchanged playing XI for the third One-Day International against New Zealand at Seddon Park, handing captain Shubman Gill the same group of players that has dominated the rain-hit series [] The post India Stick with Winning Formula: Unchanged XI Named for Crucial 3rd ODI Against New Zealand appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Air India considers appointing departed Garuda executive Kunduvara as CFO
Kunduvara, who recently left his role as finance chief at Garuda Indonesia, is a frontrunner for the position as Air India seeks to revive its finances after reporting a record loss last fiscal
IND vs NZ third ODI: Rain delays play as India wins toss, elects to bowl against New Zealand
India fields the same XI while New Zealand makes one change to its side
Rain Denies Bumrah Practice As India A-NZ A 3rd Match Drawn
The third and final unofficial Test between New Zealand A and India A concluded in a draw after persistent rain washed out the last two days of play, leading to a drawn series.
Need for rules comes to fore as India corporate landscape clutters up with family feuds
India's corporate landscape is witnessing a surge in family disputes that threaten the very foundation of long-established businesses. Following the exit or passing of key patriarchs, internal discord often erupts, underscoring the critical requirement for legislative mechanisms that favour transparent succession planning.
3 workers die at iPhone parts factory in India
Tata Electronics did not respond to a Reuters request for comment.
India vs NZ Live Streaming, 3rd ODI Live Telecast: Where To Watch
India vs New Zealand Live Streaming, 3rd ODI Live Telecast: When And Where To Watch
3rd ODI: Unchanged India Ask New Zealand To Bat, Fisher Replaces Tickner
Unchanged India: After a two-hour delay due to rain and wet outfield, India won the toss and elected to bowl against New Zealand in the third ODI here at Seddon Park. The visitors, leading 2-0, are looking to take an unassailable lead and clinch the five-game series early on. The previous two ODIs were affected by rain, with both teams facing moments of frustration throughout the series so far. The Men in Blue won the opening ODI by five wickets in Auckland while chasing a revised DLS target of 143 in 22.2 overs. In the second ODI in Wellington, India were declared winners under the DLS method after rain brought an end to proceedings with the visitors at 113/7 while chasing 135, four runs ahead on the DLS par score. New Zealand have had a lot of injury issues and concussion problems, with the side naming several replacements over the course of the last one week. This game is a must-win contest for them to stay alive in the series. Shubman Gill will be captaining the side for the last time this series, with key players like him and KL Rahul, among others, not a part of the squad for the remaining two ODIs in order to prepare for the two-match Test series that follows next. A win on Tuesday will mark the first time Gill claims a series win away from home as India's captain. The home team, meanwhile, will look to bounce back in the series after sustaining multiple setbacks throughout the T20I and ODI series. Winning the toss by calling Tails again, Gill said, Hope the weather clears and that we repeat our performance. Going on and off is quite frustrating, hope we can play continuously. Kiwi skipper Mitchell Santner, meanwhile, said, We trained yesterday. Hope to do what we did the other day better. ODIs you think 300 is a good score but 180 would've been in the last game. Gotta assess conditions today. One change: Fisher is in for Tickner. Four seamers, they'll do the majority of the bowling Playing XIs: India: Shubman Gill (c), Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, Axar Patel, KL Rahul (wk), Naman Dhir, Anshul Kamboj, Auqib Nabi, Gurnoor Brar, Arshdeep Singh Playing XIs: Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Indulge in the delicious new menus in Mumbai this week in November
Give your street-food cravings a desi fix with flavours of Rajasthan and Punjab
Punjab Wrestler Shot Dead While Bursting Firecrackers On Diwali In Kapurthala
A wrestler named Mani was fatally shot outside his home during Diwali celebrations in Kapurthala, Punjab.
India's chess GMs: 100 and counting Why becoming a GM is now just a tiny step
With the celebration of 100 Grandmasters in India, Anuj Shrivatri stands as the newest star. While reaching the Grandmaster title is commendable, certain players manipulate rules to safeguard their ratings. Currently, only a few maintain an Elo rating above 2500, exposing the fierce competition. The ongoing scarcity of sponsorship and support for chess talents is a pressing issue, which contrasts sharply with better-resourced nations.
Speaking on the sidelines of ET Wealth Expo 2026, Ashish Mehrotra, MD & CEO of Northern Arc Capital, said India's strong economic growth, supported by robust credit expansion, is creating a favourable environment for the private credit market.
Sauce Gardner Under Fire After Costly Indianapolis Colts Loss
Sauce Gardner played well for 59 minutes, then lost the one rep that mattered. Ryan Flournoy's one-handed grab set up the Dallas Cowboys' winning score, and Shannon Sharpe is questioning the trade...
Air India may hire departed Garuda CFO
Air India Ltd. is considering appointing Balagopal Kunduvara as chief financial officer, tapping the veteran of Singapore Airlines Ltd. to help revive the Indian carriers finances after a record loss, according to people familiar with the matter.Kunduvara is a frontrunner for the position, said the people, who asked not to be identified discussing private deliberations. Most recently, he was finance chief for Garuda Indonesia, a position he recently left after holding the job for little more than a year.Also read | Australia's Qantas Airways to cut 850 jobs as AI takes off, back-office work shifts to IndiaPrior to that, Kunduvara spent more than two decades at Singapore Airlines, which is a partial owner of Air India alongside conglomerate Tata Group. Air India is seeking 100 billion rupees ($1.1 billion) in funding from its owners, Bloomberg News reported previously.An Air India spokesman didnt immediately respond to a request for comment.Air India is in the midst of a turnaround effort led by newly appointed Chief Executive Officer Tewolde Gebremariam after it posted a loss of more than 220 billion rupees last fiscal year. Tewolde has said he will focus on cutting costs.Kunduvara announced his departure from Garuda in a post on LinkedIn. While his time at the airline had been relatively brief, it coincided with an important period in the companys transformation, he said.A spokesperson for Garuda confirmed that Kunduvara had left the company.Kunduvara would take the CFO role as Air India faces high fuel costs due to the war in Iran. It also has to contend with geopolitical challenges that include a drop in traffic to the Middle East and being barred from Pakistani airspace, which forces west-bound flights from its main hub in New Delhi to take a circuitous route.Also read | Airlines go premium as demand for business-class seats outpaces economyTewolde, who previously led Ethiopian Airlines Group, has been looking to bolster Air Indias underperforming cargo business, and integrate key departments at Air India and its low-cost arm, Air India Express, to cut costs.The CEO is also looking at whether more flights to Europe and the US should be routed through Mumbai instead of Delhi to get around the Pakistani airspace closing.
Two jailed in California boat tragedy that killed Indian kids
Digital Desk | Washington, Nov 10 (IANS) Two Mexican boat pilots were sentenced to 70 months in prison each over a maritime smuggling voyage that killed four people, including two Indian children, when an overloaded vessel capsized off California in May 2025. Jesus Ivan Rodriguez Leyva, 28, and Julio Cesar Zuniga Luna, 32, were sentenced in federal court for piloting the panga that overturned near Del Mar. The Indian children were aged 14 and 10. The other two people killed were Mexican adults, according to the US Attorneys Office for the Southern District of California. The pilots admitted the boat carried more passengers than it could safely hold and had neither running lights nor a radio. Its motor developed problems before the fatal crossing, forcing them to return to their launch site in Mexico. Todays sentences reflect the serious consequences of placing greed above human life, US Attorney Adam Gordon said. Rodriguez and Zuniga pleaded guilty on April 14, 2026, to two counts of attempted bringing in illegal aliens resulting in death and two counts of attempted bringing in illegal aliens for financial gain. According to their plea agreements, they piloted the vessel from Mexico into the United States on May 5, 2025, with 19 migrants aboard, including three minors. The boat departed from Popotla, Mexico. After its motor developed problems, the pilots returned to the launch site, where it was quickly repaired. They then set out again for the United States. As they approached the beach at Del Mar, the pilots told passengers to remove their life jackets so they could leave the boat more easily and run to waiting vehicles, according to the plea agreements. About 200 yards from shore, the motor failed again. The vessel capsized in the surf as onlookers watched and filmed the incident and law enforcement was notified. Homeland Security Investigations, the US Coast Guard, local lifeguards and the US Border Patrol launched a joint search and rescue operation. Four migrants found on the beach were taken for medical care. Three others, including one minor, were found dead at the scene. Human smuggling organizations continue to show a reckless disregard for human life, said Justin De La Torre, chief patrol agent of the US Border Patrols San Diego sector. Plea documents described a network in which people in Mexico recruited drivers to meet arriving boats, conceal passengers in vehicles and take them to holding houses before moving them to their intended destinations. The drivers coordinated with conspirators in both Mexico and the United States.
Pakistans Punjab Minister Blames Diwali Firecrackers In India For Poor AQI In Lahore
Aurangzeb stated that Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif's preventive measures curbed local and cross-border pollution.
Delhi's AQI improves marginally, but pollution remains in 'very poor' category
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 10 (IANS) A slight improvement in air quality was witnessed in Delhi on Tuesday morning, but pollution levels continued to remain in the 'very poor' category, with the city's Air Quality Index (AQI) recorded at 304 around 8.10 a.m., according to data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). The reading marked a decline from Monday's peak level, recorded a day after Diwali celebrations. However, several monitoring stations across the national capital continued to report high pollution levels. Pusa and Chandni Chowk recorded the highest AQI readings of 395 each, followed by NSUT Jaffarpur at 382 and Commonwealth Sports Complex at 380. Other monitoring stations also reported elevated pollution levels. The AQI stood at 303 in Burari, 236 in Karala, 272 in Ghoga, 266 in Nangloi, 293 in Tikri Kalan, 303 in Jharoda Kalan, 339 in NIH Narela, 327 at Lodhi Road and 370 at Talkatora Garden. Similarly, Aya Nagar recorded an AQI of 349, Punjabi Bagh 348, Shadipur 312, Sirifort 365, R.K. Puram 329, Delhi Technological University (DTU) 323, Rohini 301 and Bawana 314. Meanwhile, Delhi-NCR is unlikely to receive any immediate respite from pollution, as weather conditions are expected to remain largely unfavourable for the dispersion of pollutants. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted no rainfall in Delhi between November 10 and 15. An approaching Western Disturbance is expected to influence the western Himalayan region from Tuesday night, but its impact is unlikely to bring rain to the national capital. Wind speeds are also forecast to remain relatively low, ranging between 5 and 15 kmph, limiting the possibility of significant improvement in air quality. Meanwhile, Stage III restrictions under the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) remain in force following the Commission for Air Quality Management's (CAQM) decision. Authorities have been directed to intensify pollution-control measures, strengthen enforcement and ensure compliance to prevent further deterioration. The restrictions cover Delhi and the adjoining districts of Haryana, Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan. The emergency framework is implemented based on forecasts from the IMD and the Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM), enabling preventive action before pollution levels reach the 'severe' category. GRAP is a four-stage emergency mechanism coordinated by the CAQM, CPCB and state governments, with restrictions becoming progressively stricter as air quality worsens.
Punjab records 4,657 stubble-burning cases; 1,442 FIRs registered
Digital Desk | Patiala, Nov 10 (IANS) Punjab has recorded 4,657 stubble-burning incidents despite continued administrative action and monitoring to curb the practice, with 1,442 FIRs registered and environmental compensation of Rs 7.28 crore imposed, according to the latest report of the Punjab Pollution Control Board (PPCB). The report stated that of the total environmental penalties imposed, Rs 3.36 crore has been recovered so far. According to the data, harvesting has been completed across 93.70 per cent of the states total paddy area of 32.87 lakh hectares. Administrative and monitoring teams have continued inspections of agricultural fields to identify stubble-burning incidents and verify cases on the ground. So far, inspections have been conducted at 3,845 fields where fires were reported, while physical verification has confirmed evidence of stubble burning at 1,675 locations, as of November 9. In Patiala district, 299 stubble-burning incidents have been recorded. Of these, field inspections have been carried out in 195 cases, while physical evidence of burning has been confirmed at 122 locations. The district has registered 86 FIRs in connection with stubble burning and imposed environmental penalties amounting to Rs 43.50 lakh, of which Rs 15 lakh has been recovered. Additionally, red entries have been made in land records in 35 cases, while 185 warning notices have been issued. A district-wise analysis shows that Tarn Taran has recorded the highest number of stubble-burning incidents in the state, with 659 cases, followed by Ferozepur with 621 cases. Sangrur has reported 508 incidents, while Bathinda has recorded 412 cases, highlighting the continuing challenge faced by authorities in these districts. In terms of FIRs, Ferozepur has registered 365 cases, while Tarn Taran has recorded 307 FIRs. Sangrur has registered 80 FIRs, whereas Bathinda has reported 19. The figures indicate that enforcement measures, including field inspections, registration of criminal cases, environmental penalties and warning notices, are continuing across Punjab. However, the persistence of thousands of stubble-burning incidents despite these measures remains a major challenge for the state administration and its efforts to ensure effective crop residue management. The PPCB data also highlights the scale of the monitoring exercise, with thousands of field inspections undertaken and financial penalties imposed to discourage farmers from burning crop residue.
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Indian football team arrives in New Zealand for friendlies
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JKCA's Shambhavi Rajput earns India A U-19 call-up
Jammu, Nov 9: Jammu & Kashmir Cricket Association (JKCA) has expressed immense pride and happiness over the selection of its women cricketers at the national and zonal levels, marking another significant achievement for womens cricket in Jammu & Kashmir. Captain of the J&K Under-19 Womens Team, Shambhavi Rajput has been selected for the India A Under-19 Womens Team for the Triangular Series. Her selection is a major milestone and reflects her dedication, hard work and consistent performances. As per a statement issued, in another proud achievement, Rubia Syed has secured a place in the North Zone T20 squad. Meanwhile, Shambhavi Rajput, Aleeza Jaan and Maria Noorain have earned standby call-ups for the North Zone T20 tournament. Additionally, Rohit Rana has been selected as Trainer for the North Zone T20 Trophy. The North Zone selection meeting was convened by the Chandigarh Cricket Association (UTCA) in the presence of selectors representing various affiliated associations, including Reema Malhotra (DDCA), Rajni Kumari (HCA), Renu Margreate (PCA), Neha (HPCA), Amit Prashar (UTCA) and Meenu Slathia (JKCA). JKCA congratulated all the selected and standby players, along with Rohit Rana, and wished them success in their respective assignments. The association expressed confidence that these achievements will inspire more young girls across Jammu & Kashmir to pursue cricket and represent the region at national and international levels.
