Most banks see muted loan growth in June quarter
India's banking sector experienced a slowdown in the June quarter, marked by subdued credit growth and inconsistent deposit performance. HDFC Bank, along with Punjab National Bank and UCO Bank, defied this trend, reporting growth in both deposits and advances. Conversely, Bank of Baroda and Yes Bank saw declines.
PSBs may remove min balance fines
Following finance ministry concerns over declining low-cost deposits, several public sector banks, including Canara Bank and Punjab National Bank, are scrapping minimum balance penalties on savings accounts. This policy shift, influenced by Jan Dhan account data and SBI's earlier move, aims to boost CASA deposits. Banks will now recover costs through alternative fees like debit card charges.
Territory Chasm: AAP's Delhi-fication of Punjab leads to internal rumblings, conflict in teams
Following AAP's defeat in Delhi, the party has shifted its focus to Punjab, leading to a power struggle between Delhi and Punjab leadership. Key Delhi leaders are now overseeing crucial portfolios, causing discontent among the Punjab cadre who feel sidelined.
Amid the Diljit Dosanjh, Sardaar Ji 3 controversy, there have been reports that Bhushan Kumar will not work with the Punjabi singer-actor after Border 2. Will T-Series blacklist Diljit Dosanjh? Read on to know more.
4 Killed, 1 injured As Alto Car Falls Into Gorge In Manali: Police
Four people, including two tourists from Punjab, were killed on the spot, while one person sustained critical injuries when their vehicle skidded off a road and fell into a gorge near the Rani nallah.
Punjab sees record power demand due to hot, humid weather and paddy cultivation
Punjab: SAD leader Majithia sent to judicial custody
CHANDIGARH, July 6: A court in Punjabs Mohali district on Sunday sent Shiromani Akali Dal leader Bikram Singh Majithia to judicial custody for two weeks in a disproportionate assets case. Amid tight security arrangements, Majithia was produced before the court. Speaking to reporters after the court hearing, public prosecutors Ferry Sofat and Preet Inderpal Singh [] The post Punjab: SAD leader Majithia sent to judicial custody appeared first on Northlines .
SAD leader Majithia sent to 14 days judicial custody in disproportionate assets case
CHANDIGARH: Senior Shiromani Akali Dal leader Bikram Singh Majithia, who is the brother-in-law of party president Sukhbir Singh Badal, was today sent to 14 days judicial custody in a disproportionate assets case by a court in Mohali. Amid tight security arrangements, Majithia was produced before the court. The police also detained several prominent SAD leaders and workers in different parts of the state in the morning to prevent them from coming towards Mohali. Speaking to the media after the court hearing, public prosecutors Ferry Sofat and Preet Inderpal Singh said Majithia has been sent to judicial custody for two weeks and will be lodged in the New Jail at Nabha. During investigations, many things have come to the fore during the remand period, Sofat said. Preet Inderpal said under the provisions of the law, if an investigating agency feels that remand is again required based on new facts emerging during the investigation, an application can be moved before the court to seek the remand. On the other hand, Arshdeep Singh Kler, counsel for Majithia, claimed the investigating agency does not have anything to back their case. The government only wants to suppress the voice of the Akali Dal. The police did not have proof in the drug case till today, and now in the disproportionate assets case, they did not find any asset. They only created media hype around the case, Kler alleged. Earlier, on July 2, a court here had extended the vigilance remand of Majithia by four more days. The next date of hearing is now set for July 19. Sources said Majithia was taken to Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh, on Saturday to gather evidence related to Saraya Industries. Majithia, on July 1, had moved the Punjab and Haryana High Court against the DA case, in which the next date of hearing has been fixed for July 8. He had termed it political witch-hunting and vendetta for being a vocal critic of the present government. In his petition, he sought appropriate relief against his illegal arrest and the subsequent remand granted in the FIR registered under the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988. The said FIR is a result of political witch-hunting and vendetta, initiated by the present political dispensation with the sole object of maligning and harassing the petitioner, who has been a vocal critic and political opponent, the petition read. The petitioner submitted that the FIR registered against him is patently illegal, while his arrest was carried out in gross violation of settled legal procedures. The Punjab Vigilance Bureau had arrested Majithia on June 25 in a DA case allegedly involving the laundering of Rs 540 crore of drug money. In the fresh FIR registered against Majithia, the agency claimed that preliminary investigations revealed more than Rs 540 crore of drug money had been laundered through several means and that it was allegedly facilitated by Majithia. This FIR against Majithia stems from an ongoing investigation being conducted by a Punjab Police Special Investigation Team into a drug case. In 2021, Majithia was booked under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act. The action was taken on the basis of a 2018 report of the anti-drug Special Task Force. Majithia had spent more than five months in Patiala Central Jail and walked out of prison in August 2022 after the Punjab and Haryana High Court granted him bail.
Punjab: SAD leader Bikram Singh Majithia sent to judicial custody
Bikram Singh Majithia, a Shiromani Akali Dal leader, has been sent to judicial custody for two weeks in a disproportionate assets case by a Mohali court. The Punjab Vigilance Bureau had arrested Majithia on June 25, alleging the laundering of Rs 540 crore of drug money.
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Bikram Singh Majithia sent to 14-day judicial custody
Senior Shiromani Akali Dal leader Bikram Singh Majithia has been remanded to 14 days of judicial custody by a Mohali court following the completion of his 11-day police remand. Arrested by the Punjab Vigilance Bureau in connection with a case under the Prevention of Corruption Act, Majithia was presented before the court amidst tight security.
'Border 2': Diljit, Ahan, Varun, Sunny shoot special song at NDA
Despite recent controversies due to his film Sardaar Ji 3, Punjabi actor Diljit Dosanjh is continuing with his work on Border 2.
Shubman Gill, The 'Prince' Who Is Now India's New Cricket King
India captain Shubman Gill continued to give fresh meaning to the phrase leading from the front with a stunning innings of 161 in the ongoing second Test against England at Edgbaston on Saturday. The 25-year-old's second century of the match took his overall tally for the game to 430 runs, a figure bettered by India great Sachin Tendulkar, Test cricket's all-time leading run-scorer, just three times in a series, let alone a match, during his celebrated career. Following his commanding 269 in the first innings, Gill also became the first batsman in 148 years of Test history to make score of 250 and 150 in the same match. All that came after Gill's 147 in his first Test as captain, India's five-wicket loss in last week's series opener at Headingley. But beyond the statistics, it is the way Gill has played that has impressed seasoned observers. In the first innings at Edgbaston, he batted in near flawless-fashion for eight-and-a-half hours, with his offside driving standing comparison with cricket's most elegant batsmen. But in the second innings, with quick runs required to set up a declaration, Gill made 161 off just 162 balls, including 13 fours and eight sixes. India are now well-placed given England, with seven wickets standing, still need a mammoth 536 more runs on Sunday's final day to achieve what would be a Test record fourth-innings victory chase of 608. - 'Outrageous' - Gill is outrageous, England fast-bowling great Stuart Broad, well used to working out world-class batsmen during a career that yielded 604 Test wickets, told Sky Sports after Saturday's close. As a bowler, I'd be looking for technical things so I could expose him, but he's not shown any obvious signs of dismissal and he's played stylishly. He's played with huge responsibility, under big pressure. It's breathtaking... He deserves all the applause he will get. Gill was drafted into India's under-19 side as for their victorious 2018 World Cup campaign, shortly after scoring a century for Punjab in just his second first-class Ranji Trophy match. He made his one-day international debut in 2019, but it was in his first Test series, in Australia in 2020/21, that he came to the fore, notably with a fluent 91 in India's thrilling series-clinching win at the Gabba. His first Test hundred came a year later, in Chattogram. A month later, aged 23, he became the youngest to make an ODI double-century, smashing 208 off 149 balls against New Zealand. Born in Fazilka, near the border with Pakistan, before moving to Mohali aged eight to be nearer better cricket facilities, the nickname 'Prince' has clung to Gill to the extent of sometimes appearing on his bat-stickers. An opener and then a number three, Gill now occupies the number four position held by childhood hero Virat Kohli, with his 269 surpassing Kohli's unbeaten 254 against South Africa in Pune in 2019 as the highest score by an India Test captain. As a boy, Gill wanted to know what Kohli's scores and achievements were when he was his age. And when Kohli first saw Gill in the nets in New Zealand in 2019/20, he said he didn't even have 10 percent of the talent when he was Gill's age. Yet last year, when England went 1-0 up in Hyderabad, a second-innings duck saw Gill's Test average fall below 30 for the first time. But then India coach Rahul Dravid, himself an outstanding batsman, resisted the temptation to drop Gill, who then made a second-innings century in a 106-run win in Visakhapatnam and another, in Dharamshala, during a series India won 4-1. Gill succeeded Rohit Sharma as India captain after the latter announced his retirement from Test cricket in May, with 'King' Kohli calling time on his Test career just a few days later. A few months ago,when asked about potential leaders, Rohit said the boys aren't ready yet. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score But Gill, who started this series with a modest Test average of under 36, looks as if he might be now.
Guru Ka Langar A tradition worthy of inscription in the UNESCO
Sukhdev Singh Langar is generally associated with Gurudwaras and Sikhism, whereas the word originally comes from Persian language. Although the original meaning of the word is somewhat similar to its present meaning in Punjabi, yet the differences between the two usages in different times are more prominent, significant and considerable. It is said that the tradition of Langar dates back to the 11th-12th century in the Asian region of the world. But its formal beginning is said to have been [] The post Guru Ka Langar A tradition worthy of inscription in the UNESCO appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CAQM reviews air pollution mitigation actions and strategies with haryana and punjab governments
Punjab to provide biz, marketing education to govt school kids: Harjot Singh Bains
Murder sparks buzz about Moose Wala killing link in Punjab
A village turf war in Amritsar led to the murder of Jugraj Singh, initially mistaken for the brother of a suspect in Sidhu Moosewala's killing. Police clarified the misidentification, confirming Jugraj was targeted by three unidentified men on a motorcycle. The Bambiha gang claimed responsibility for the shooting, with police investigating the incident.
Punjab National Bank fraud case: US arrests Nirav Modi's brother Nehal
Nehal Modi, implicated in the 25,000-crore Punjab National Bank fraud, has been arrested in New York following India's extradition request. Already jailed for diamond fraud, his parole was denied, paving the way for extradition proceedings set to begin on July 17.
Nursing student, male aide caught with heroin
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CICU bid to bridge skills-demand gap
Rural women, farmers attend fruit & veggie preservation training
Former Vice President Krishan Kant's grandson Virat Kant joins BJP
Virat Kant, grandson of former Vice President Krishan Kant, has joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Delhi. BJP National General Secretary Tarun Chugh and Punjab BJP President Sunil Jakhar welcomed him into the party. Chugh hailed it as a masterstroke, emphasizing Krishan Kant's contributions and the Kant family's potential to strengthen the BJP.
Nehal Modi tampered with evidence, intimidated witnesses in Nirav Modi case: Officials
Nehal Deepak Modi, brother of fugitive Nirav Modi, faces arrest in the United States. Authorities arrested him for his alleged involvement in the Punjab National Bank fraud case. He is accused of laundering money and destroying evidence. Nehal Modi is also accused of intimidating witnesses. The extradition request was made by Indian authorities.
An emotive issue: Punjab to make law on sacrilege
An emotive issue: Punjab to make law on sacrilege Chandigarh: The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government in Punjab will convene a special two-day session of the Legislative Assembly next week to enact a law on sacrilege, an emotive issue that remains a hot political issue ahead of every poll. A government spokesperson said the law [] The post An emotive issue: Punjab to make law on sacrilege appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Punjab to impart skill education in business, marketing to school students
The State Education Minister Bains says government will provide all technical and financial assistance and that an investment of 17 lakh has been made to set up innovation labs
Maahi Mereya: Abhijeet Srivastava And Varun Jain Craft A Romantic Ballad That Feels Like Home
Varun Jain and Abhijeet Srivastavas Maahi Mereya is a soulful Hindi-Punjabi ballad about timeless love, composed with raw emotion and simplicity.
In retaliation to the Pahalgam attack, India launched 'Operation Sindoor', destroying nine terror camps operating in Pakistan-occupied-Kashmir (PoK) and Pakistan's Punjab province. Islamabad, too, in a desperate attempt, began attacks at Indian bordering states, killing more than 15 civilians.
When Tania shared an emotional post for father Anil
Punjabi actress Tania is currently going through a difficult phase in her life after her father, Anil Jit Singh Kamboj, was critically injured in a shooting incident. He was shot by two unidentified individuals at his clinic in Moga. The actress, through her team, shared that he remains in a critical condition in hospital and requested privacy and respect during this time.
Sukhbir Badal declared 'Tankhaiya' by Takht Patna Sahib for failing to appear before it
CHANDIGARH: Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) president Sukhbir Singh Badal has been declared ankhaiya (guilty of religious misconduct) by the Takht Patna Sahib (one of the five supreme temporal seats of sikhs) due to his failure to appear before it and thereby undermining its authority. Sources said the decision is an outcome of Sukhbir's failure to appear before the Takht despite being summoned twice. It is understood that this development would further escalate clashes between Sikh religious authorities and political figures. Badal was called to present himself before the panj pyaras (five beloved ones) following allegations related to his role in supporting individuals found guilty of violating a hukamnama (religious edict). While making this announcement, Takht Patna Sahib Jathedar Giani Baldev Singh said, This action has been taken in view of the events that began on May 21 when unauthorized and unconstitutional interference was carried out by the Jathedars of Akal Takht and Takht Sri Damdama Sahib, challenging the established norms, constitution and authority of Takht Patna Sahib. Sukhbir Badal was involved in influencing and interfering with the affairs of Takht Patna Sahib, particularly during a series of controversial decisions and actions surrounding the status of fromer Patna Sahib Jathedar Giani Ranjit Singh Gohar. Despite repeated summons, Badal did not appear before the Panj Pyaras (five beloved ones) at the Takht Patna Sahib. However, citing ill health Badal had sought more time thus thereafter the takht in mid-June issued a fresh edict granting him twenty days more to appear before the Takht. Badal was given two opportunities to appear and present his position, but he failed to do so. Even after an extension of twenty days reportedly granted at the request of Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) president Harjinder Singh Dhami, Badal did not comply. By repeatedly ignoring the summons and undermining the authority of Takht Patna Sahib, Badal has violated the religious code. As a result, he is hereby declared Tankhayia, he said. Instead the party leaders stated that Badal would follow the directions of the Akal Takht Jathedar in religious affairs. On this development, SGPC president Harjinder Singh Dhami said it was an act which was beyond their jurisdiction and one that creates confusion within the Panth (Sikh community) and added that the traditions and customs of the Khalsa Panth are meant to resolve community issues, not to create crises within the community. Undermining the supremacy of Akal Takht Sahib is inappropriate and such actions could lead to internal discord within the Sikh community. While Takht Patna Sahib holds great respect within the Sikh world, the authority to deliberate on Panthic matters lies solely with Akal Takht, he added. Dhami warned that if the supremacy of Akal Takht is being challenged by other Takhts, it would severely damage the essence and richness of Sikh traditions. In August last year the Akal Takht (highest temporal seat of sikhs) declared Badal a tankhaiya for some decisions during his tenure as Punjab deputy chief minister from 2007-17. He was later awarded religious punishment by the Sikh clergy at the Akal Takht and directed to wash utensils and clean shoes, and bathrooms. In December last year there was an attempt on his life at the main entrance of the Golden Temple in Amritsar, where he was performing religious atonement as ordered by Akal Takht.
Ludhiana police arrest man for raping minor girl after offering lift and spiked cold drink
In Ludhiana, a 38-year-old landowner was arrested for allegedly raping a 17-year-old student after offering her a drugged cold drink in his car. The victim's mother reported the incident to the police, stating her daughter was found unconscious after the assault. The accused, who is married with children, was known to the family.
Nehal Modi held in US over 13,000 cr PNB scam; bail hearing on July 17
Nehal Modi, 46, the younger brother of fugitive diamantaire Nirav Modi, is accused of laundering funds and aiding in the 13,000 crore Punjab National Bank scam one of Indias largest banking frauds
Nirav Modi's brother Nehal arrested in US on CBI, ED extradition request
The younger brother of fugitive diamantaire Nirav Modi has been arrested in the United States based on extradition requests from the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and the Enforcement Directorate (ED), news agency PTI reported on Saturday, citing officials. Nehal Modi was taken into custody on Friday, and US authorities have formally informed India of the development, officials told PTI. The next hearing in the matter is scheduled for July 17, when Nehal is likely to seek bail. However, the US prosecutors are expected to oppose the bail plea. The extradition proceedings against Nehal Modi were initiated based on two charges: one count of money laundering under Section 3 of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002, and one count of criminal conspiracy under Sections 120-B (criminal conspiracy) and 201 (causing disappearance of evidence) of the Indian Penal Code. Nehal Modi, 46, is a key accused in the Rs 13,000 crore Punjab National Bank (PNB) fraud case, one of the largest banking frauds in India, allegedly orchestrated by Nirav Modi, Nehal Modi, and their uncle Mehul Choksi. Born and raised in Antwerp, Belgium, Nehal Modi is fluent in English, Gujarati, and Hindi. He is wanted in India for allegedly laundering proceeds of crime on behalf of his brother Nirav Modi, who is currently lodged in a London prison and facing extradition proceedings to India. It is alleged that Nehal played a crucial role in concealing and transferring large sums of illicit funds through a network of shell companies and complex overseas transactions. The ED has named him in its charge sheet and accused him of destruction of evidence and of knowingly and intentionally assisting Nirav Modi in his alleged illegal activities. The ED also alleged that after the PNB fraud was exposed, Nehal Modi, along with Niravs close aide Mihir R Bhansali, allegedly transported 50 kg of gold and substantial amounts of cash from Dubai. They also reportedly instructed dummy directors not to reveal Nehals name to the authorities. (With inputs from PTI)
Reserve Bank of India directed banks to use Financial Fraud Risk Indicator (FRI). This technology, developed by Department of Telecommunications, aims to combat cyber fraud. Banks will use FRI to safeguard customers from fraudulent activities including via UPI. The system facilitates real-time responses and continuous feedback. PhonePe, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, Punjab National Bank and others are already using it. Read to know more.
'Singh vs Kaur 2': When is Shehnaaz-Gippy Grewal's sequel releasing?
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PUP Result 2025: Punjabi University Patiala Result 2025 has been released on punjabiuniversity.ac.in. Here is the direct Link to check your B.A/B.B.A/B.Com/B.Voc/B.Sc/M.A/MBA/Other Exams UG PG Courses Results Online.
Punjabi actress Tanias father shot at Moga Clinic; Condition critical, probe underway
Moga, July 4 Anil Jit Singh Kamboj, father of Punjabi actress Tania, was critically injured after being shot by two unidentified assailants at his clinic, Harbans Nursing Home, in Kot Ise Khan, Moga district on Friday afternoon. According to eyewitnesses, two men on a motorcycle entered the clinic pretending to be patients. While [] The post Punjabi actress Tanias father shot at Moga Clinic; Condition critical, probe underway appeared first on Northlines .
Punjabi University, Patiala has announced the results for various UG and PG programmes including B.Com, BALLB, B.C.A., MBA, L.L.B., and Diploma in Computer Applications. The results are available on the official university portal and are for immediate information only. Punjabi University, established under Punjab Act No. 35 of 1961, remains a leading institution promoting Punjabi language and higher education. Students are advised to verify their results with official marksheets once issued.
NIA arrests 2 key men involved in human trafficking to US via dunki route
NEW DELHI, July 5: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has arrested two key men allegedly involved in trafficking of humans to the US via the infamous dunki route, officials said on Saturday. The arrests came after searches at a location each in Himachal Pradesh and Delhi, they said. The accused, Sunny alias Sunny Donker of Dharamshala of Kangra district in HP, and Shubham Sandhal alias Deep Hundi of Ropar, Punjab, who was living in Outer Delhis Peeragarhi, were arrested [] The post NIA arrests 2 key men involved in human trafficking to US via dunki route appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Punjabi Actress Tania's Father Gets Shot, She Says 'This Is An Extremely Critical...'
Police officials have sealed off the nursing home and are also examining the CCTV footage to gather more evidence.
Punjab Police Bust Arms-Drugs Module Run By Pak, Malaysian Handlers
Amritsar Police have busted an arms-narcotics module operated by handlers based in Pakistan and Malaysia, arresting nine persons in two separate cases, officials said on Friday.
According to eyewitnesses quoted by Punjab Mania, the attackers arrived on a motorcycle and entered the clinic pretending to be patients.
Punjabi actress Tania's father shot at his clinic in Moga
According to Punjab Mania, eyewitnesses shared that the two men entered Harbans Nursing Home pretending to be patients. They spoke to Tania's father Dr. Kamboj and then suddenly opened fire on him.
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India's aviation set to soar: Minister Rammohan Naidu eyes untapped potential
DEHRADUN: Union Minister of Civil Aviation, Kinjarappu Rammohan Naidu, on Friday called for unlocking the vast potential of the aviation sector in the country while speaking at the Northern Region Ministers' Conference on Civil Aviation 2025, organised by the Ministry of Civil Aviation, Government of India, in Dehradun. Through this strategic initiative, we aim to identify regional opportunities and unlock the vast potential of Tier II and Tier III cities, Naidu stated. He also highlighted the sector's remarkable expansion, noting, In just 10 years, we have added 88 new airports nearly one new airport every 40 days. We've also added 60 additional flights every hour. He underscored that under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, flying in India is now more accessible, more available and more affordable, reiterating the Ministrys commitment to collaborative, state-specific strategies for inclusive aviation growth. Gracing the inaugural function as Chief Guest, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami underscored aviation's pivotal role in enhancing regional connectivity, boosting tourism, and fostering socio-economic development within the State. He commended the sector's phenomenal growth and stressed the paramount importance of ensuring safety in aviation operations, particularly helicopter services in Uttarakhand's challenging hilly terrain. The conference also saw the attendance of other key state ministers, including Gautam Kumar Dak (Rajasthan), Vipul Goel (Haryana), Subodh Uniyal (Uttarakhand), Suresh Kumar Khanna (Uttar Pradesh), and Raghubir Singh Bali (Himachal Pradesh). Senior officials from the Ministry of Civil Aviation, including Secretary Samir Kumar Sinha, DGCA DG Fiaz Ahmed Kidwai, AAI Chairman Vipin Kumar, and BCAS DG Rajesh Nirwan, were also present. Discussions focused on actionable strategies to strengthen connectivity, infrastructure, and investment across Northern Indias aviation landscape. Following detailed presentations by the Ministry on opportunities for states, one-on-one interactions were held between state government teams and the Ministry delegation led by Union Minister Naidu. The high-profile event saw participation from Ministers and senior officials representing Rajasthan, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Ladakh, and Chandigarh, alongside over 100 aviation industry players.
From Home-Made Bat to Test Triumphs in England
Shubman Gill is leading from the front on the England tour, and his childhood coach in Punjab is brimming with pride
Second-hand car prices in Delhi drop due to restrictions on end-of-life vehicles, says trade body
Second-hand car prices in Delhi have plummeted by 40-50% due to restrictions on older vehicles, according to the Chamber of Trade and Industry. Chairman Brijesh Goyal noted that nearly 60 lakh vehicles are affected, forcing traders to sell at significantly reduced prices. Demand from other states like Punjab and Uttar Pradesh is accompanied by aggressive bargaining, further impacting profits.
2nd Test: Laxman Arranged For India U19 Team To Watch Day Twos Play, Says Kanitkar
VVS Laxman: India U19 mens head coach Hrishikesh Kanitkar has revealed that VVS Laxman, the head of BCCIs Centre of Excellence (CoE), ensured that they got to watch the second days play in the ongoing Test at Edgbaston, where skipper Shubman Gill smashed a masterly career-best score of 269. During the second days play, the entire India U19 team, led by young Mumbai batter Ayush Mhatre, along with Kanitkar and other coaching staff members, were seen watching the game live. Kanitkar, the former India batter, felt watching a days play live has served as great exposure to the young batters on how to build an innings in a red-ball game. VVS Laxman was instrumental in arranging this. He was the one who actually said that it would be a good thing to go and watch this game. It's definitely a special occasion for any upcoming cricketer to be at a Test venue, said Kanitkar in a video posted on bcci.tv on Friday. The main thing I want them to take back from what we have watched so far, as a batter, is that not every ball has to be whacked for a four and six. You can still be extremely effective, score runs at a good rate, and still score a lot of runs, like what Shubman has done. When we go back, there will be a session on what they learnt from it. He has batted like a classical Test innings, but he has not just ground it. He has played his shots. He has chosen the right ball, getting into good positions. They can relate to it for sure that if this person succeeds at this level by doing the basic stuff very well, we can as well, and I think that will be the biggest learning, he added. Young left-handed batter Vaibhav Suryavanshi, whos hit scores of 48, 45, and 86 in the ongoing youth series in England, said there was a lot to learn from Gills majestic knock. I am feeling very good. This is my first Test match of watching in England, and I am seeing how the game is going. I am feeling very good. We all came to watch the match. We got a lot of inspiration because Shubman Gill is a role model for us, and everyone's dream is to play red-ball cricket for their country. Young spinner Anmoljeet Singh, who hails from Punjab, where Gill is also from, said seeing day twos play served as a further motivating factor for him to play for the country. Yesterday evening, sir told us that everyone has to go and watch the match. We were ready to go and watch the match from morning itself. I am feeling very good. We all came to watch the match. We got a lot of inspiration because Shubman Gill is a role model for us, and everyone's dream is to play red-ball cricket for their country. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score India U19 are currently leading the five-match Youth ODI series 2-1 against England, and are all set to play the fourth match at New Road, Worcester on July 5, before the fifth and final game happens at the same venue on July 7. Article Source: IANS
CUET-UG 2025 results declared; one candidate scores 100 percentile in four subjects
NEW DELHI: The results of the Common University Entrance Test Undergraduate (CUET-UG) 2025 were announced by the National Testing Agency (NTA) on Friday, with only one candidate across the country achieving a perfect 100 percentile score in four out of five subjects. According to the official release, 17 candidates secured a 100 percentile in three subjects, while 150 achieved it in two subjects. A total of 2,679 candidates scored a 100 percentile in one subject. Out of the 13,54,699 candidates who registered for the computer-based test, 10,71,735 appeared for the examination, marking a decline of 31,875 candidates from last year. This year's test-takers included 7,06,760 male candidates, 6,47,934 female candidates and five transgender candidates. English was the most popular subject, chosen by 8,14,640 candidates. It was followed by the General Aptitude Test with 6,59,757 candidates and Chemistry, taken by 5,70,869. The examination was conducted in 35 shifts between May 13 and June 4. Originally scheduled to commence on May 8, the test was postponed. CUET-UG offers a single-window opportunity for admission to central, state, deemed, and private universities that are part of the process. Candidates are allowed to select five subjects from a pool of 37, with question papers available in 13 languages. The NTA prepared 322 unique question papers, totalling 1,059 papers and involving 57,940 questions. These were available in English, Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, and Urdu. Looking ahead, the NTA stated: A merit list will be prepared by participating universities/organisations. Universities will decide on their individual counselling processes based on the CUET (UG)-2025 scorecard.
Punjab & Haryana HC seeks states reply on Majithias plea against arrest
CHANDIGARH, July 4: The Punjab and Haryana High Court Friday asked the Punjab advocate general to respond to Shiromani Akali Dal leader Bikram Singh Majithias plea against arrest and remand in a disproportionate assets case. Justice Tribhuvan Dahiya deferred the hearing to July 8 without any interim relief to the SAD leader. The court also asked Punjab Advocate General Maninderjit Singh Bedi to seek instructions on the plea, said Majithias counsel Arshdeep Singh Kler. The state counsel has been asked [] The post Punjab & Haryana HC seeks states reply on Majithias plea against arrest appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Punjab National Bank slashes MCLR by 5 bps to ease borrowing costs
Punjab National Bank has reduced its MCLR by 5 basis points on various loan tenors effective July 1, 2025, providing relief to borrowers amidst rising interest rates.
PSSSB Recruitment 2025 - Apply Online for 86 Clerk, Driver and Other Posts
The Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 86 Clerk, Driver and Other posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official PSSSB website. The last date to submit the application form is 30-07-2025.
2 IAF Personnel Drown In Lake As Heavy Rains Batter Uttarakhand
Prince Yadav (22) from Pathankot, Punjab and Sahil Kumar (23) from Muzaffarpur, Bihar, were part of a group of eight IAF personnel, including four women, vacationing in Nainital.
Neeru Bajwa opened up about working with Ajay Devgn in Son of Sardaar 2, and also stated that the upcoming film will take the culture of Punjab to a worldwide audience.
CHANDIGARH: The Punjab Police has arrested one of its own Deputy Superintendents of Police (DSP) for allegedly attempting to bribe the staff of a senior official in a bid to suppress a complaint filed against him. Sources revealed that DSP Rajan Pal, posted in the Crime Against Women Cell in Faridkot, was booked under the Prevention of Corruption Act after he was caught allegedly offering a bribe of Rs 1 lakh to Assistant Sub-Inspector Jaswinder Singh, reader to the Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) of Faridkot, Dr Pragya Jain. The complaint against Rajan Pal originated from Kiranjit Kaur of Pakka village, who had filed a case related to a matrimonial dispute. Her brother, Karmtej Singh, alleged that the DSP had demanded Rs 1 lakh to act on their case. Despite allegedly receiving the money, the officer failed to take any action. When the family reported the matter to SSP Dr Pragya Jain, the accused officer allegedly attempted to bribe her staff to cover up his misconduct. A senior police official, speaking on condition of anonymity, confirmed the arrest and stated that a case has been registered against DSP Rajan Pal. He has been taken into custody and further investigations are underway. Disciplinary action, including suspension, is likely. This incident comes just two days after the Punjab Vigilance Bureau arrested Head Constable Raj Kumar, who was working as the assistant reader to the DSP of Bhucho, Ravinder Singh. He was caught red-handed accepting a bribe of Rs 1 lakh. A case under the Prevention of Corruption Act was registered at the Vigilance Bureaus police station in the Bathinda range. Additionally, last month, DSP Harbans Singh Dhaliwal, posted as DSP-1 in Bathinda, was suspended for alleged misconduct in the handling of organised crime cases.
Ravie Dubey started his career in television, and soon he became the blue-eyed boy of TV. However, over the years, he ventured into producing Punjabi films, and now has an impressive net worth of Rs 150 crores.
Two IAF personnel drown while bathing in lake near Bhimtal in Uttarakhand
DEHRADUN: Two Indian Air Force (IAF) personnel, part of an eight-member group on a trip from Punjab, tragically drowned while bathing in a lake near Bhimtal, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, on Thursday. Their insistence on taking a dip in the scenic yet treacherous waters led to the fatal incident. According to police sources, two IAF personnel from Pathankot, Punjab, along with six other friends, had arrived in Nainital on Wednesday. They were staying at a hotel in Sundarkhal, Dhari, with a pre-scheduled plan of enjoying the region's natural beauty. Bhimtal's Police Circle Officer, Pramod Sah told the TNIE , On Thursday, the group of eight friends went to Musatal, located between Parital in Belwagaon, Chafi, Bhimtal. Upon reaching Musatal, Sourabh Singh Nayal, Prince Yadav, Sahil, and Vijender decided to bathe and entered the lake without much thought. He continued, While bathing, Prince Yadav and Sahil went into deeper waters and began to drown. Sourabh and Vijender made strenuous efforts to save them, but their attempts were in vain. Following the death of their two friends, Sourabh, Vijender, and four other female friends are inconsolable, weeping uncontrollably. The trip now holds only bitter and heart-wrenching memories for the accompanying personnel. Local eyewitnesses corroborated that the two men lost their lives due to their insistence on bathing. Sub Divisional Magistrate K.N. Goswami and Police Circle Officer Pramod Sah promptly arrived at the scene, gathered full details of the accident, and initiated immediate relief operations. Relatives accompanying the deceased informed the police that they were staying at the Sundarkhal hotel. Police Circle Officer Sah reiterated that warning boards are installed by the police, and action is taken against those entering rivers and lakes. He stated that strict action would be taken against anyone found bathing in the area.
Charting Gills ascent from a promising colt to a leader of men
Right from representing the boys in blue in the U-19 World Cup in 2018 where he amassed 372 in five innings with a remarkable average of 124 to captaining India in the longest format in the post-Rohit era, the Punjab native has been full of beans and ambition
AK-47 Rifle, 37 Cartridges Recovered Near India-Pakistan Border In Punjab's Ferozepur
The police suspected that the weapon and cartridges were dropped by a drone from across the border
Partition survivor who was saved by a Muslim dies at 102
Ram Krishan Singh, a 102-year-old survivor of the 1947 Partition, passed away in Punjab's Patiala. During the violent upheaval, his father was murdered, but Ram Krishan was saved by a Muslim villager's courageous intervention. His life exemplified resilience and the enduring impact of kindness amidst the horrors of communal violence, leaving behind a legacy of compassion.
Gill-ed It! Shubmans 269 a masterclass in patience, discipline and Punjabi grit
Shubman Gill's magnificent 269 in the Edgbaston Test showcased his relentless pursuit of excellence. Despite the impressive score, Gill's focus remained on areas for improvement, a trait instilled by his father from a young age. His innings, the highest by an Indian in England, featured remarkable control and discipline, solidifying his ambition to dominate the series.
Hes an insider, knows about our issues: Industrialists
Health dept on toes after Ludh village reports 15 suspected jaundice cases
SC collegium recommends 26 names for appointment as judges in various State HCs
NEW DELHI: In a major development, the Supreme Court Collegium has recommended the appointment of ten judicial officers for appointment as judges of the Punjab and Haryana High Court. The judicial officers recommended by the SC Collegium are: Virinder Aggarwal, Mandeep Pannu, Parmod Goyal, Shalini Singh Nagpal, Amarinder Singh Grewal, Subhas Mehla, Surya Partap Singh, Rupinderjit Chahal, Aradhana Sawhney and Yashvir Singh Rathor. Similarly, the SCCollegium has also recommended the appointment of three judicial officers as judges of the Delhi High Court. They areShail Jain, Madhu Jain and Vinod Kumar. All these decisions of the SC Collegium were taken in the meetings held on July 1 and July 2. The SC Collegium, headed by Chief Justice of India (CJI) BR Gavai and also consisting of Justices Surya Kant and Vikram Nath, recommended the appointment of these judges' names to the respective state High Courts. Similarly, the SC Collegium recommendedadvocate Tuhin Kumar Gedela as a judge of the Andhra Pradesh High Court. The SC Collegium has also recommended the appointment of advocate Anuroop Singhi and judicial officer Sangeeta Sharma as judges of the Rajasthan High Court. It also recommended the names of 5 judicial officers and 5 lawyers for elevation as judges of the Madhya Pradesh High Court. The lawyers who were recommended to be appointed as judges are Pushpendra Yadav, Anand Singh Bahrawat, Ajay Kumar Nirankari, Jai Kumar Pillai and Himanshu Joshi. Similarly, thefive judicial officers who have been recommended for elevation are Rajesh Kumar Gupta, Alok Awasthi, Ratnesh Chandra Singh Bisen, Bhagwati Prasad Sharma and Pradeep Mittal. The SC Collegium's recommendations seem to be huge in number in the recent times keeping in view the vacancy of judges in state High Courts. Now the Centre -- after receiving these names -- will deliberate upon these names for their consideration to the appointment of respective judges in State HCs.
Why Punjabs new Land Pooling Policy being opposed? II
By Jag Mohan Thaken The Punjab government has introduced a new land pooling policy what it claimed aimed at curbing illegal and unplanned development by involving landowners, promoters, and companies as stakeholders. Under this policy, landowners contributing land will receive developed plots in return1,000 sq yards residential and 200 sq yards commercial per acre, with [] The post Why Punjabs new Land Pooling Policy being opposed? II appeared first on Northlines .
Pakistan's BIG statement weeks after 'Operation Sindoor', says, 'When India fired BrahMos...'
In the aftermath of the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack-which had claimed 26 innocent lives-India launched Operation Sindoor and destroyed nine terror camps operating in Pakistan-occupied-Kashmir (PoK) and Pakistan's Punjab province.
Birds that depend on clean waterbodies and wetlands are at risk: PAU expert
NHM Punjab ASLP Recruitment 2025 Walk in for 05 Posts
National Health Mission Punjab (NHM Punjab) Recruitment 2025 for 05 posts of ASLP. Candidates with B.Sc, BASLP Can attend the walkin.The Walk-in interview on 21-07-2025. For detailed information please visit NHM Punjab official website, nhm.punjab.gov.in.
CHANDIGARH: With 19 months to go for the 2027 Assembly elections in the state, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Wednesday carried out yet another cabinet reshuffle, his seventh in a little over three years. In this reshuffle, newly elected Ludhiana (West) MLA Sanjeev Arora was inducted into the cabinet, while NRI Affairs Minister Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal resigned. Arora, a 61-year-old Ludhiana-based industrialist and social worker, who served as a Rajya Sabha MP for three years, was sworn in as a cabinet minister after winning the Ludhiana (West) by-election held on 23 June. He defeated his nearest Congress rival Bharat Bhushan Ashu by 10,637 votes. The seat had fallen vacant after sitting AAP MLA Gurpreet Singh Gogi allegedly died in January this year due to an accidental firearm discharge at his home. Arora had resigned from the Rajya Sabha on Tuesday, a day before his swearing-in, which took place at the Punjab Raj Bhavan in Chandigarh. Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria administered the oath of office and secrecy to Arora in a simple ceremony conducted by Chief Secretary KAP Sinha. The oath was taken in Punjabi and the ceremony lasted only six minutes, concluding with a rendition of the national anthem. Arora is also known for his social welfare work and runs the Krishna Pran Breast Cancer Charitable Trust. With his induction, the total number of ministers in the Mann cabinet rose to 17, including the Chief Minister. However, Dhaliwals resignation brought the total back down to 16, with two berths remaining vacant. Dhaliwal, an MLA from the Ajnala constituency, announced his resignation via a post on X, writing, My hard work continues for the welfare of the people of Punjab. Sources said Arora has been allocated the portfolios of the Department of Industry and the Department of NRI Affairs. The Industries portfolio was taken away from Tarunpreet Singh Sond, who will continue to handle Rural Development, Labour and Tourism. Chief Minister Mann congratulated Arora on the new role. Sanjeev Arora ji has been given the responsibility of Industry & Commerce, Investment Promotion, NRI Affairs departments. I hope that Sanjeev Arora ji will live up to the expectations of the people of Punjab. He will work with full honesty and without any discrimination for the development of Punjab and the welfare of 3 crore people of the state, Mann said in a post on X. During the bypoll campaign, AAP convener and former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal had said that Arora would be made a minister if elected. The last cabinet reshuffle in Punjab took place in September last year, when five new ministers were inducted and four were dropped.
Punjab: HC to hear SAD leader Majithias plea against his arrest, remand on Jul 4
CHANDIGARH, July 3: The Punjab and Haryana High Court will hear on Friday Shiromani Akali Dal leader Bikram Singh Majithias plea against his arrest and subsequent remand in a disproportionate assets case registered against him by the Vigilance Bureau. The matter came up before the bench of Justice Tribhuvan Dahiya, who adjourned the hearing for a day to allow Majithias counsel to place a fresh remand order of the former Akali minister issued in the case. Majithias counsel Arshdeep Singh [] The post Punjab: HC to hear SAD leader Majithias plea against his arrest, remand on Jul 4 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Pitbull owner in Punjab arrested for allegedly using dogs to hunt protected porcupines
CHANDIGARH: In a rare case in Punjab, the owner of a Pitbull has been arrested by the Punjab Police for allegedly using the dog, known for its keen sense of smell and strong muscular build, to illegally hunt porcupines, a protected animal species. The arrest followed the intervention of animal rights activist and BJP MP Maneka Gandhi. Pitbulls have been bred and used for hunting for centuries, with many hunters across the world preferring this breed as a skilled hunting companion. After Maneka Gandhi intervened and sent an e-mail to the Chief Wildlife Warden of Punjab, Ajay Kumar of Jansua village in Rajpura was arrested by the state police. Two of his dogs, both of the boxer breed, were also taken into custody. Sources said Kumar was allegedly rearing Pitbulls specifically for the illegal hunting of protected animal species and had uploaded videos of the activity on social media to gain more views and promote the act. Principal Chief Conservator of Forests and Chief Wildlife Warden, Punjab, Dharminder Sharma said such wildlife act violations will not be tolerated. Strict action will be taken against the alleged accused in the future, as field officers have been given clear instructions in this regard, he said. Porcupines, listed under Schedule IV of the Indian Wildlife Protection Act, 1972, are protected species, and hunting or killing them is a punishable offence. Porcupine is hunted rampantly for its meat and in addition, its bones and sharp quills are used for medicinal purposes, as they use their quills to protect themselves from predators, Sharma said. He added, A complaint via e-mail along with a pen drive was received from Maneka Gandhis office, showing the Instagram account of the accused in which he is allegedly seen using his dogs to hunt a porcupine. In the past, dogs have also been used in rabbit races by people conducting illegal races, Sharma added. A case has been registered under Sections 9, 39, and 51 of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972 (amended 2022) at Sadar Rajpura police station. The accused, Ajay Kumar, has been arrested for allegedly training and using Pitbulls to hunt wild animals, including porcupines. We apprehend that the accused got to know about the police raid and managed to shift his dogs to another safer location. We will try to trace the dogs and also question him. Besides, people who bought porcupine meat will be identified, and strict action as per law will be taken against them, said a senior police official. Patiala Divisional Forest Officer (Wildlife), Guramanpreet Singh, said, The videos of the Pitbulls posted by the accused were later deleted by him. We are trying to find out if he has been involved in hunting more animals and if he has been supplying the meat and other animal parts to others. As soon as the e-mail was received, our team got into action and the alleged accused Kumar was identified. Police were then approached to arrest him, Singh added.
Loan rates cut: PNB, Indian Bank & Bank of India cut lending rates across tenures
Punjab National Bank, Indian Bank, and Bank of India have reduced their Marginal Cost of Funds-based Lending Rates (MCLR) by 5 basis points in July 2025. This reduction in MCLR will lower borrowing costs for consumers across various loan tenures. The move follows the Reserve Bank of India's repo rate cut, aiming to make loans more affordable.
Punjab: Newly elected Ludhiana West MLA Sanjeev Arora sworn-in as Cabinet minister
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann bolstered his cabinet by inducting Sanjeev Arora, the newly elected MLA from Ludhiana West, as a minister. Governor Gulab Chand Kataria administered the oath at Raj Bhavan. Arora's inclusion brings the cabinet's strength to 17, fulfilling AAP supremo Arvind Kejriwal's promise made during the bypoll campaign following Gurpreet Bassi Gogi's death.
Newly-elected AAP MLA Sanjeev Arora inducted into Punjab Cabinet
Governor Gulab Chand Kataria administered the oath of office and secrecy to Mr. Arora in a ceremony at the Raj Bhavan in Chandigarh
PSSSB JE, Assistant Manager and Other Posts Examination 2025 is officially scheduled to take place from 03rd August to 10th August 2025. Candidates should regularly visit the official PSSSB website sssb.punjab.gov.in for updates on admit card release and further instructions.
Three of family killed in roof collapse in Punjab
HOSHIARPUR: A migrant worker from Bihar and his two daughters were killed when the ceiling of a room in their house collapsed here on Thursday, police said. They said three other members of the family were injured in the incident, which occurred in Ahiyapur in the Tanda police station area. Station House Officer (SHO) Inspector Gurwinderjit Singh said Shankar (40) lived in a rented house with his wife Priyanka (36) and their four daughters. The SHO said the ceiling of a room in the house collapsed in the morning, killing Shankar and his two daughters -- Shivani (13) and Pooja (5). Priyanka and the couple's two other daughters -- Sunita (6) and Preeti (8) -- were injured in the incident and rushed to different hospitals in Tanda, Singh said. According to preliminary investigation, the house was old. It had a wooden roof layered with mud, which collapsed due to rain, he said.
80 vet graduates in limbo: Punjab Council cancels registrations over college recognition issue
Eighty veterinary graduates in Punjab face an uncertain future as their college, affiliated with GADVASU, lacks Veterinary Council of India recognition. The Punjab Veterinary Council has cancelled their registrations, directing them to surrender certificates. While a VCI team recommended recognition, the Union Ministry raised concerns, leaving the university working to address them and the graduates in limbo.
Punjab National Bank Share Price Declines As Morgan Stanley, Citi Remain Bearish Post Q1 Update
Morgan Stanley retained 'underweight' rating on the bank, while Citi Research has maintained a 'sell'.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court has asserted that a man's financial constraints are not a valid excuse to avoid providing maintenance to his wife and children. The court dismissed a petition by a Haryana resident challenging a family court order that directed him to pay 24,700 monthly to his wife and two children.
Punjab National Bank Has Morgan Stanley 'Underweight', Citi In 'Sell' Mode Post Q1 Update
Morgan Stanley highlighted that as per Punjab National Bank's first quarter initial update, loan growth has decelerated and now is in line with the system.
In a move aimed at enhancing financial inclusion and making banking more accessible, Indian Bank will waive minimum balance charges for all Savings Bank accounts starting July 7, 2025. This comes a day after Punjab National Bank made a similar announcement fos customers.
Stock Recommendations Today: DMart, M&M Finance, Punjab National Bank, NBFCs On Brokerages' Radar
Analysts have reviewed the first-quarter business performance of companies such as DMart, PNB and M&M Finance.
Kerala stellar show in national school survey
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Kerala clinched top spots in various categories in the NCERTs PARAKH Rashtriya Sarvekshan 2024 formerly known as the National Achievement Survey that assesses students of Classes III, VI and IX across the country in different subjects and competency areas. Kerala bagged the top spot among the states in Class VI category and was placed in the second and third spots in Class IX and Class III categories respectively. The survey also showed that the states performance was better than the national average in Language, Mathematics, Science and Social Science across all three categories. Announcing the results of the survey here on Wednesday, General Education Minister V Sivankutty attributed the states commendable performance to various initiatives undertaken by the government to strengthen public education. According to Director of General Education Shanavas S, the state is in the all-India second place after Punjab if the overall score across the three categories is taken into account. This is a significant growth from the overall 16th position that the state achieved in the previous edition of the survey in 2021, he said. The survey assessed the educational standards of students in Language and Mathematics for Class III, Language, Mathematics and Science for Class VI and Language, Mathematics, Science and Social Science for Class IX. A total of 46,737 students from 6,644 schools in the state participated in the survey.
Ranchi Diary | Prayers for JMM founding patrons speedy recovery
Religious invocations are being performed and prayers are being offered at temples across Jharkhand for the speedy recovery of Jharkhand Mukti Morchas founding patron Shibu Soren. On Tuesday too, party leader Vinod Kisku, performed a special religious offering at the Maa Chhinnamastika temple in Rajrappa. During the ceremony, prayers were offered for Shibu Sorens speedy recovery, with devotees holding images of the JMM patriarch in their arms. They also tied Raksha Sutra on each other hands to protect Guruji. They offered to visit the temple again with their families with special offerings for Maa Chinnamasktika after Gurujis speedy recovery. Jharkhand capital to get 4-lane flyover today Ranchi is set to get the 4.18-km-long, four-lane Ratu Road flyover on Thursday. Union roadways minister Nitin Gadkari, will inaugurate the fly-over on July 3 and also address a gathering at the OTC ground at Piska More in the state capital. Earlier, the much-anticipated flyover project was scheduled for inauguration on June 19. Once opened for public traffic, the flyover will ensure hassle-free movement along the Kutchery-Ratu Road stretch, providing respite from the chronic traffic congestion along the stretch. The elevated corridor will also facilitate smooth movement of people to the nearby districts of Gumla and Daltongan, once it gets completed. Ranchi to host junior national hockey tourney The Jharkhand capital, known as a hub of hockey, is once again ready to host a national level competition. The Sub Junior National Girls Hockey Championship is going to be held at Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh Munda Hockey Stadium from July 3 to 14, in which 30 teams from the country including Tamil Nadu, Andhra, Kerala, Haryana, Punjab, Chhattisgarh, Odisha, Bihar, West Bengal and Jharkhand will participate. Before the competition, a special training camp has been organised in Ranchi where the girls teams from Jharkhand and other states are being provided international-level training by experienced coaches. Mukesh Ranjan Our correspondent in Jharkhand mukesh.r@newindianexpress.com
Naseeruddin Shah supported Diljit Dosanjh amid the Sardaar Ji 3 controversy, and after receiving the backlash, the veteran actor further clarified that he's still supporting the Punjabi actor-singer, despite the hatred and trolls he faced.
