Verka Recruitment 2026: 172 Positions Available Including Deputy Manager, Apply by August 25
Chandigarh, August 17: The Punjab State Cooperative Milk Producers Federation Limited (Verka) has announced the recruitment of qualified candidates for various positions, including Deputy Manager. A total of 172 vacancies have been officially notified, inviting applications from interested individuals. Among the 172 vacancies, there are 15 positions for Deputy Manager (Marketing), 2 for Deputy Manager ... Read more Verka Recruitment 2026: 172 Positions Available Including Deputy Manager, Apply by August 25
Chandigarh, Aug 17 (IANS) Punjab BJP President, Kewal Singh Dhillon, on Monday expressed concern over the alleged disrespect shown to the national song Vande Mataram during the Independence Day programme at the Congress headquarters in Delhi. He claimed when the entire nation was immersed in the spirit of patriotism on the sacred occasion of Independence []
Himanshi Khurana's Kinnaur Kailash Trek Became A Turning Point In Her Life
Somewhere on the steep, boulder-strewn trail to Kinnaur Kailash, Himanshi Khurana broke down. She hadn't planned for it. But by the time she reached the sacred Shivling, something in her had settled. The Punjabi actress and singer, known for
Garvita Sadhwani on breaking TV's 'used face' tag with Pollywood debut
Garvita Sadhwani opens up about her Pollywood debut in The Great Punjab Robbery, calling it a refreshing break from TV. She discusses learning Punjabi, performing action and playing a layered character, while insisting actors should be able to move across mediums
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The video is from Rajasthan's Sri Ganganagar and not Punjab, as claimed.
Shaina NC Criticizes Rahul Gandhi as a Leader of Propaganda Amid Controversies in Punjab
Mumbai, August 17: Shaina NC, a leader of the Shiv Sena, has responded to various issues, including Mehbooba Muftis statements and the controversy surrounding Independence Day celebrations in Punjab. In an interview, Shaina NC referred to those who align with the tukde-tukde gang, questioning the military and surgical strikes, opposing Vande Mataram and the national ... Read more Shaina NC Criticizes Rahul Gandhi as a Leader of Propaganda Amid Controversies in Punjab
IMD Warns of Heavy to Very Heavy Rain in J
Panchkula, Aug 17: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast heavy to very heavy rainfall over Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh and other parts of the western Himalayan region over the next few days, while Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi and Punjab are also likely to receive heavy rain on August 17 and 18. The IMD said [] The post IMD Warns of Heavy to Very Heavy Rain in J&K, Himachal appeared first on Northlines .
Gurpreet on how Akshay quietly helped rebuild homes for Punjab flood victims
Meghalaya in Group C of Junior Girls
Shillong, Aug 16: Meghalaya will be up against Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab and Nagaland in the Dr Talimeren Ao National Football Championship for Junior Girls (Tier 2) 2026-27 after the four teams were drawn together in Group C. Meghalaya did not take part in the tournament in 2025 but did participate the year before that [] The post Meghalaya in Group C of Junior Girls National Footy Cship 2026-27 first appeared on Highland Post .
School Holiday Today, August 17, 2026: Schools in parts of India will remain closed today due to compensatory leave following Independence Day celebrations and adverse weather conditions. Students and parents in Himachal Pradesh, Odisha and parts of Punjab should check the
Schools Closed Today 17 August 2026: Are schools closed in your city today i.e. on 17 August? Students and parents are worried about the alert of heavy rain in many parts of the country and the compensatory holiday of Nag Panchami-Independence Day. Know the status of school holidays in various states including Himachal, Punjab, UP, [] The post Schools Closed: Are schools closed or will they open on Nagpanchami? Know in which state you got leave first appeared on informalnewz .
Farmers Urge Modi, Haryana Govt to Allow Peaceful Delhi March
A group of farmers marching towards Delhi in protest laid out their bedding on the road and prepared to spend the night at the Khanauri border between Punjab and Haryana
'Dimaagi Naxal' Row Escalates | 'Vande Mataram' Row | BJP Seeks Sonia Gandhi's Apology| Punjab News
Prime Minister Narendra Modi did not refer to Opposition leaders as people with a Maoist mindset, Union minister Kiren Rijiju said today amid swipes by Congress leaders including P Chidambaram on the matter. In a post on X, the parliamentary affairs minister said the words dimagi Naxals referred only to those who supported Maoists and rejected the Constitution, those who stood with separatists and supported Article 370. They also referred to people who call for cutting off the Chicken's Neck to separate India's northeast from the rest of the country. Rijiju said. Chicken's Neck is the thin strip of 22-km-wide land corridor in West Bengal that links up with India's northeast. PM Narendra Modi ji didn't say Opposition leaders as Dimagi Naxals. Only following are Dimagi Naxals: 1. Who support Maoists and reject Indian Constitution. 2. Who stand with separatists & support Article 370. 4. Who want to cut chicken neck to separate North-East from India, Rijiju said in the post.
Formal child adoption remains low in J&K; CARA records 42 cases in 2025-26
Jammu and Kashmir recorded 42 children adopted through the Central Adoption Resource Authority (CARA) during 2025-26, a figure substantially lower than adoption numbers reported by several major States, according to data presented by the Union Ministry of Women and Child Development in the Rajya Sabha. The State/UT-wise data, furnished in response to a parliamentary question answered on August 12, shows that Maharashtra recorded the highest number of CARA-facilitated adoptions during the financial year, with 792 cases. Gujarat followed with 547, while Tamil Nadu recorded 501 adoptions. Karnataka accounted for 377 cases, followed by Odisha with 308 and Telangana with 307. Jammu and Kashmirs 42 adoptions were also lower than the figures reported by several northern and neighbouring States. Rajasthan recorded 172 adoptions, while Punjab reported 49, only seven more than J&K. Uttar Pradesh registered 231 cases, Haryana 68, Uttarakhand 30, Himachal Pradesh 14 and Delhi 109. Among other States, Assam recorded 186 adoptions, Kerala 170, Andhra Pradesh 140, Bihar 125 and Chhattisgarh 114. West Bengal reported 237 cases, Madhya Pradesh 221 and Jharkhand 60. The data also showed considerable variation among the northeastern States. Meghalaya and Nagaland reported 13 adoptions each, Mizoram 78, Tripura seven, Arunachal Pradesh five and Manipur four. Sikkim recorded 28 cases. Smaller Union Territories and States also reported relatively modest numbers. Goa recorded 25 adoptions, Chandigarh 18, Puducherry 15 and Andaman and Nicobar Islands 11. Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu reported five cases. No adoption through CARA was recorded in Ladakh or Lakshadweep during 2025-26. Across the 36 States and Union Territories listed in the annexure, the reported number of CARA-facilitated adoptions stood at 5,022 during the financial year. J&Ks 42 cases therefore accounted for less than one per cent of the reported national total. The Ministry, however, has clarified that adoption figures should be viewed in the context of the availability of children who have been declared legally free for adoption. The waiting period for prospective adoptive parents depends not only on the number of applicants but also on the availability of legally free children and the age group preferred by prospective parents. The government is seeking to strengthen the adoption infrastructure through Mission Vatsalya. States and UTs have been advised to establish at least one Specialised Adoption Agency (SAA) in every district under the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015 and the Adoption Regulations, 2022. As of July 29, 2026, 795 SAAs had been approved across the country under Mission Vatsalya. These agencies support the formal adoption process and provide residential care to adoptable children below six years of age. The adoption system has also been substantially digitised. All SAAs are required to operate through the integrated CARINGS-Mission Vatsalya platform, which facilitates digital processing of cases from referral and matching to documentation. The system also allows authorities to monitor compliance through real-time dashboards at the Central and State levels. The Ministry said District Magistrates have been empowered to issue adoption orders under the Juvenile Justice Act and Adoption Regulations. Prescribed timelines have been laid down for different stakeholders, while CARA undertakes regular monitoring and follow-up with States and UT administrations to reduce delays. The Centre is also using Mission Vatsalya for awareness campaigns promoting legal adoption and foster care. Nationwide and local outreach programmes, workshops, seminars and orientation sessions are being conducted, while CARA uses print, electronic and social media platforms to spread information on legal adoption procedures.
New Rails, New Horizons: How the Qadian-Beas Line Will Transform Majha
The recent approval of a detailed estimate of Rs 1,419 crore for the Qadian-Beas The post New Rails, New Horizons: How the Qadian-Beas Line Will Transform Majha appeared first on Khalsa Vox .
The Poison of Extremism: How Pannun
Just recently, Gurpatwant Singh Pannun put out a video summoning diaspora Sikhs to a The post The Poison of Extremism: How Pannuns Incitements Are Leading Sikh Youth Astray appeared first on Khalsa Vox .
Punjab transfers 12 IPS officers in major police reshuffle
Chandigarh, Aug 17 (IANS) The Punjab government has ordered a significant administrative reshuffle in the state police department, transferring and reassigning 12 Indian Police Service (IPS) officers. The orders, issued by the Department of Home Affairs (Home-I Branch) on Sunday, take effect immediately on administrative grounds. According to the release, V Neeraja, IPS (1994), has []
Centre approves 1,419 crore detailed estimate for Qadian-Beas railway line in Punjab's Majha region
Rs 1,419 crore sanction for Qadian
Chandigarh, Aug 17 (IANS) Former Minister of State (MoS) for Railways and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Ravneet Singh Bittu has hailed the sanction of the detailed estimate of Rs 1,419.05 crore for the 39.68-km Qadian-Beas new broad-gauge railway line, describing it as a major milestone for Punjab and a historic development for the Majha []
Vedanta Power uses 3.61 lakh tonnes of paddy straw for energy
Vedanta Power used 3.61 lakh tonnes of biomass at its Punjab thermal plant in FY26, creating a market for paddy straw and supporting stubble management.
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Jharkhand students show the way how protests need to be done
FRAGRANCE OF IDEAS The Jharkhand students and youth agitation started on 25th July 2026 at Ranchi, the capital city of the Jharkhand state. It was five days after the Sansad-Chalo march held by the Jantar-Mantar protesters in Delhi on 20 July 2026 that showcased the magnitude of their agitation, primarily organised by the CJP, as abusive, indecent, violent and devoid of the moral standards. The tone and tenor at Jantar-Mantar, which gave a reflection of anti-national sentiments and slogans, had already vitiated the atmosphere at the venue of the agitation well before the march. Therefore, their march on 25 July, 2026 had a highly surcharged and motivated context. It was in such a background of controversial events that the students and youth of Jharkhand sat on a strike and sit-in-protestin the Jaipal Singh Munda Stadium at Ranchi to press for resolution of their demands from the Jharkhand government. Initially, the state government didnt move at all, but the agitators showed a great amount of patience, perseverance and dedication to the cause. Here it needs to be understood that the protesters in Ranchi aren't led by any political party or an ideological group or a motivated usual ever-ready agitators as was the case at Jantar-Mantar Delhi. The agitators in Ranchi mostly comprise the job aspirants joined by the students of the state. They alleged huge irregularities and corruption in Jharkhand's recruitment examinations conducted by the Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) and the Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission (JSSC). They havent, to date, permitted any political leader or prominent political activist of any political party or its affiliate to come on the stage of the agitation or hijack the course of events. The reasonable distance from political groupings has surely given the agitation a special identity and recognition in the eyes of the public at large, not only in the state but throughout the nation. In fact, they have attracted sympathies from the countrymen significantly. A large number of students from various places have come to join them. The ongoing student agitation in Ranchi centres on protests against the alleged irregularities, paper leaks and corruption in the JPSC and JSSC recruitment examinations. The agitationis being led by a group of student figures including Devendra Nath Mahto -the leader who went on an indefinite hungerstrike on 2nd August 2026. They staged prolonged sit-ins, hunger strikes, and an assembly march demanding a CBI probe, cancellation of tainted examinations, and systemic reforms. Theprotestersspecifically allege severe corruption and paper leaks in major state competitive examinations like the 14th JPSC and JSSC tests. The students have completely rejected the state government's CID probe and insist on a CBI investigation. They have also expressed their dissatisfaction with the administrative overhaul. Although the state government cancelled certain preliminary exams, accepted some demands, and saw JPSC members resign, the students have persisted with their core agitation for a CBI inquiry and thorough investigation. The agitation peaked on 10-11 August 2026 when thousands of students attempted to breach barricades towards the Jharkhand Legislative Assembly. It resulted in a heavy police crackdown involving lathi-charges, tear gas, and water cannons on the agitators. A large number of student leaders and protesters, including Devendra Nath Mahto and Rahul Kranti, were hospitalised following extended hunger strikes and clashes with the security forces. The police and administration continued with their action throughout the night of 10-11 August, 2026. The BJP, which is in the opposition in the state, gave outside support to the agitation. However, in response to the police action against the student protestors, the BJP called for a state-wideJharkhand Bandh on 11 August, 2026. BJP enforced its Bandh call throughout the state , leading to road blockades and disruptions in Ranchi and other districts. However, it helped the cause of the agitators in a way that an awareness campaign was unleashed by a number of forces in regard to the agitation in the entire state and pressure on the government in regard to the agitation increased. There is a great difference between the two agitations, one held at Jantar-Mantar and the other in process at Ranchi. The Jantar-Mantar protests were led by non-students, funded by known and unknown sources, both internal as well as external, joined by Bollywood figures having their allegiance to the left orientation and urban-naxals, activists who raised anti-national slogans at the venue consistently, anti-social elements who had nothing to do with NEET issue and who resorted to filthy and abusive language and violence on 20th July against police and paramilitary forces. They didn't shy away from damaging public and private properties during their march on 20th July and are on record in regard to all their nefarious activities. In comparison, the Ranchi agitation has remained peaceful despite a number of provocations. The organisers didn't accept help from doubtful figures and didn't allow the agitation to go into the hands of political figures. There were no political, anti-national or anti-social slogans raised by any section of the agitators. The Left-leaning student body AISA President, Neha Bora, was not allowed to make a speech there and was politely asked to leave the stage. The agitators all along sang songs of patriotism and bhajans and also used the right and polished language during their speeches, press briefings and other expressions. The temple committees and other social activists like Bhairav Singh organised food for the agitators. The organisers at Ranchi, unlike at Jantar-Mantar, always expressed their preference for simple and Jharkhand-based food items for the agitators. The public came forward voluntarily to help the protestors. The opposition parties and leaders who day in and day out came in support of the Jantar-Mantar stir kept themselves aloof from Ranchi and paid no attention to the agitation going on there. The leader of the opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal and other such leaders who criticised the way the protestors in Delhi were dealt with by the police and administration didnt react to the treatment such protests got in Punjab, Kerala, Telangana and Karnataka, where there is the rule of INDI-Alliance partners. In regard to Jharkhand brutalities by police, Rahul Gandhi was compelled to open his mouth very late. The behaviour of the opposition changed drastically in the states where they were the ruling parties. They should have been ashamed of their double standards in this respect. In the case of Punjab, about which they refused to accept the failures, the Punjab & Haryana High Court hasn't only accepted that the massive paper leak happened there but also highlighted that the AAP government did absolutely nothing to stop it. Back to Ranchi, the biggest impression that the agitators therein have made upon the minds of the people is about their non-political demands, language, conduct and their love for their nation. They dont only seem well-behaved and responsible, but they have also given a great representation of their upbringing. Moreover, a large number of them are themselves the victims of corruption, nepotism, paper leaks and negligence by the authorities of the examination bodies and also by the government for the last a number of years. The Chief Minister of Jharkhand, Hemant Soren, JMM leader, is also the Minister for Home, Administrative Reforms and the Department of Personnel. But no ill-will was ever expressed against his person by the agitators that can be castigated as unparliamentary or filthy as was the case at Jantar-Mantar. The level of debates in public life, the language used by the leaders and their public conduct have surely impacted the youth who call themselves Gen Z. In addition, some of them have reflections of their upbringing as well, for which their parents and teachers are directly responsible. In this context, the Ranchi protestors have left a grand benchmark. It is very unfortunate for the nation that over the last some time, public debates and discourses have turned murkier and uninspiring for all the generations of the nation. This was clearly observed during the farmers agitation, Tukde-Tukde gang protests, Shaheen Bagh dharna, Delhi communal riots, the Jantar-Mantar episode and even the skits played outside the Parliament building by the MPs. We have recently come across a very unfortunate scenario in a Congress convention in Delhi in which Rahul Gandhi, Sandeep Dikshit and their other activists crossed all limits of political decency and decorum. Their theatrics were lustily cheered by their party audience present in the hall that sent waves of shame all around. The way they spoke and acted publicly in regard to the Prime Minister of a country (Italy) with which India has a nice relationship is simply condemnable and also reprehensible. They have exhibited their poor understanding of diplomatic norms and political conduct in international affairs. Unfortunately, that is the way the opposition has chosen as its march towards its doubtful destiny spreads rabid infection around them. The Ranchi agitation has entered its fourth week. Some positive developments have also taken place, and the Soren government sent one of its cabinet ministers to the hospital to meet Mahto and discuss with him the issues involved. Some discussions were also held earlier by the government with different groups of agitators. It was expected that the Congress, which came in support of CJP in Delhi, would prevail upon the Jharkhand government of which they are a part of, but nothing of the sort happened. The government also resisted Mahto's joining the Tiranga Yatra on Independence Day. CM Soren should take lessons from PM Modi in this regard. It is hoped that good sense prevails, leading the agitating Jharkhand students, who showed the way how protests need to be done, meet success; and the agitation comes to an end as early as possible. (The author is a senior BJP & KP leader, Human Rights Defender and a columnist and can be reached at: ashwanikc2012@gmail.com )
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Experience The New Punjabi Music Video 'Forget Me 2' by Ranbir Dhaliwal
Get ready to be swept away by the latest punjabi track 'Forget Me 2' beautifully sung by Ranbir Dhaliwal. This captivating track feature mesmerizing music also given by Ranbir Dhaliwal and beautiful lyrics are penned by Satti Mullanpuria. Don't miss the chance to witness Ranbir Dhaliwal's performance in the captivating punjabi video track 'Forget Me 2'. Dive into a world of musical excellence by exploring more punjabi tracks in the music videos section of punjabi ETimes. Discover the incredible vocal talents of Ranbir Dhaliwal. Indulge in the latest punjabi video tracks of 2026, groove to the soulful compositions by Ranbir Dhaliwal, immerse in the punjabi music video tracks.
Experience The New Punjabi Music Video 'Mutiyaar' by Loena Kaur FT. Mandeep Dhaliwal
Get ready to be swept away by the latest punjabi track 'Mutiyaar' beautifully sung by Loena Kaur FT. Mandeep Dhaliwal. This captivating track feature mesmerizing music given by Gurmeet Singh and beautiful lyrics are penned by Singh Jeet. Don't miss the chance to witness Loena Kaur FT. Mandeep Dhaliwal's performance in the captivating punjabi video track 'Mutiyaar'. Dive into a world of musical excellence by exploring more punjabi tracks in the music videos section of punjabi ETimes. Discover the incredible vocal talents of Loena Kaur FT. Mandeep Dhaliwal. Indulge in the latest punjabi video tracks of 2026, groove to the soulful compositions by Gurmeet Singh, immerse in the punjabi music video tracks.
Major Reshuffle in Punjab Police: Transfers of 12 IPS and 112 PPS Officers Announced
Chandigarh, August 16: The Punjab government has implemented a significant administrative reshuffle within the police department, involving the transfer of 12 Indian Police Service (IPS) officers and 112 Punjab Police Service (PPS) officers. Orders issued by the Home Department state that all transfers and new appointments are effective immediately. Among the IPS officers, V. Neerja ... Read more Major Reshuffle in Punjab Police: Transfers of 12 IPS and 112 PPS Officers Announced
Terror Plot Averted: Cops Find Bomb, Timer In Suspicious Packet In Amritsar
Amritsar Rural Police averts a terror plot targeting a police establishment and recovers an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) weighing 690 grams, along with an electronic detonator, battery, timer and iron box, Punjab Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav said in a post on X.
PM Modi Remembers Atal Bihari Vajpayee with Deep Respect on His Death Anniversary
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Farmers march to Delhi stopped at Haryana-Punjab border
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Two Srinagar residents among 3 killed in Jalandhar road accident
Punjab/Srinagar, Aug 16: Three persons, including two residents of Srinagar, were killed while three others sustained injuries in a road accident in Bhogpur area of Jalandhar, Punjab, officials said. Officials told news agency JKNS that, the accident occurred when a speeding Maruti Fronx collided with a roadside vendor before crashing into a tree, resulting in multiple casualties. The roadside vendor, a Punjab resident, also died in the accident. Officials said three other occupants of the vehicle, all residents of Srinagar, sustained injuries in the accident and were shifted to a nearby hospital for treatment. Further details regarding the condition of the injured and circumstances leading to the accident are awaited.
Punjab Police foils terror plot, recovers 690 gram IED
Amritsar Rural Police have effectively disrupted a potential terrorist attack aimed at a police establishment, recovering a 690-gram improvised explosive device. The Bomb Disposal Squad swiftly defused the explosive, ensuring public safety. In light of Independence Day approaching, security measures have been ramped up, and a case is currently under investigation to unravel further details.
Weather Tomorrow August 17: The Meteorological Department has released a new weather alert for Monday, August 17. Expect heavy rain and thunderstorms in Delhi and Punjab, while Gujarat and Bihar are warned of intense showers alongside lightning strikes. In Himachal Pradesh, light to moderate rain is likely, with localized heavy downpours. On the other hand, Maharashtra and Haryana will enjoy partly sunny skies, though afternoon thunderstorms could develop.
Watch the Punjabi song 'Narak' from the movie 'Ishqnama' starring Jai Randhhawa, Shehnaaz Gill, Saurabh Sachdeva and Anjuum Batra. 'Narak' is sung by B Praak and Jyotica Tangri, with music composed by B Praak. The lyrics of 'Ishqnama' song 'Narak' are penned by Jaani. Directed by Arvvindr S. Khaira and produced by Narinder Singh Rana, Sourabh Rana and Kalpna Rana, the film promises an engaging romantic drama. To know more about the song 'Narak' from 'Ishqnama', watch the full video.
Demand for NIA Investigation into Attack on Sukhbir Singh Badal
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Punjab & Sind Bank exploring QIP option to raise funds, bring down govt holding: MD Saha
Currently, the government holds a 93.85% stake in Delhi-headquartered Punjab & Sind Bank
Punjab & Sind Bank eyes QIP option to raise funds, cut govt stake: MD Saha
Public sector lender Punjab & Sind Bank is exploring raising funds through various means, including the QIP route to dilute the government's stake to meet Sebi's minimum public shareholding (MPS) norms. As per the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi), all listed companies must maintain an MPS of 25 per cent. We have got board approval for fundraise through qualified institutional placement (QIP) and others means as part of effort to bring down the government holding in a phased manner, Punjab & Sind Bank MD and CEO Swarup Kumar Saha told PTI in an interview. Besides, he said, the bank has on boarded merchant bankers and legal advisors for the same. The proposed fundraise may happen this financial year depending on market conditions, he added. Currently, the government holds a 93.85 per cent stake in Delhi-headquartered Punjab & Sind Bank. This is the highest stake of the Government of India in any public sector bank. Three other banks have a minimum public ...
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Rice is not merely a staple crop in Kashmirit is woven into the geography, folklore, and civilizational memory of the Valley. From mythological beginnings as an aquatic expanse to the modern scientific interventions at SKUAST-Kashmir (Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology), the narrative of Kashmiri paddy reflects an ongoing balance between ecology, engineering, and economic survival. Coming from district Pulwama till recently the rice bowl of the valley, I have seen and am fully cognizant of the paddy culture of rural Kashmir. According to Kalhanas Rajatarangini and local tradition, the Kashmir Valley was once Satisar, a vast primeval lake. The desiccation of this lake laid bare rich alluvial beds, but early agrarian efforts were constantly thwarted by devastating floods along the Vitasta (Jhelum River). The true turning point in Kashmirs agricultural history arrived in the 9th century AD under King Avantivarman, the founder of the Utpala dynasty and King of Kashmir (855883 AD). His brilliant prime minister and engineer, Suyya, executed one of the greatest hydrological feats of the ancient world by a number of measures: 1. River Regulation: Suyya desilted the Vitasta at its bottleneck in Baramulla, cleared obstacles, and redirected river courses. 2. Canal Network: He established an intricate network of irrigation canals (Kulls) that regulated water distribution across flood-prone basins. 3. Economic Transformation: By preventing seasonal inundations, rice yields quadrupled almost overnight. A kharwar (a traditional measure of grain /paddy, which previously cost 200 dinnaras (medieval kashmis currency) during famines, fell to a mere 36 dinnaras. Kashmir transformed into a food-surplus state, solidifying rice as the core of its dietary, cultural, and tax identity. Mushk Budji and Fragrant varieties For centuries, Kashmiri farmers cultivated distinct indigenous landraces tailored to cold high-altitude microclimates. Chief among these was Mushk Budjia bold, short-grain aromatic rice renowned for its rich taste and intoxicating fragrance, traditionally reserved for festive occasions and royalty. Other landraces like Zag (red rice), Kamad, and Nivar thrived across temperate terraces. However, these traditional cultivars carried inherent agronomic vulnerabilities like the low yield potential and disease susceptibility with extreme vulnerability to rice blast (Magnaporthe oryzae), which repeatedly wiped-out crops. Average productivity remained under 1.52 tonnes per hectare. By the mid-20th century, rapid population growth necessitated higher productivity. Kashmir embraced semi-dwarf, cold-tolerant high-yielding varieties (HYVs), mainly derived from temperate Chinese and East Asian germplasm (such as K-39, Barkat, and early IRRI derivatives). These dwarf varieties revolutionized production. Their shorter, stiffer stalks allowed higher fertilizer application without crop collapse. The yields with these varieties surged to 56 tonnes per hectare, driving indigenous landraces like Mushk Budji to near extinction. Over the past two decades, the agricultural landscape, particularly in South Kashmir (districts like Kulgam, Pulwama, and Anantnag), has undergone a fundamental structural shift, with preference of conversion of the traditional paddy cultivation to high density apple orchards. The key drivers of land conversion are: High-Density Apple (HDA) plantations yield substantially higher net income per unit area compared to conventional paddy. Paddy farming is intensely back-breaking during transplanting (Thal) and harvesting in autumn (harud). Local labour shortages have made farmers almost entirely dependent on seasonal migrant workforces (largely from Bihar). However, the unchecked conversion of prime paddy land threatens local food sovereignty, making Kashmir increasingly reliant on external grain imports. Comparing Kashmirs paddy culture with that of other major rice-growing regions in India reveals stark contrasts in ecology, botany, agricultural practices, and socio-economic dynamics. While much of mainland India views rice through the lens of tropical, multi-crop monsoon agriculture or high-volume industrial farming, Kashmirs paddy system is defined by its temperate alpine setting, unique landraces, and distinct civilizational traditions. The Valleys high altitude (1,5002,200m above sea level) enforces a strict single-crop season (sowing in May, harvesting in September). Temperatures fall rapidly by October, causing cold injury during flowering or grain filling. Plants must mature quickly within 120140 days. On the other hand, tropical and subtropical states enjoy year-round warmth, allowing states like West Bengal and Tamil Nadu to harvest at least twice a year and in some cases even three rice crops per year on the same piece of land. In Punjab and Haryana, paddy is largely a commercial export crop (Basmati) or central pool procurement commodity. In Kashmir, paddy has been traditionally cultivated primarily for household self-sufficiency and local barter. Future of Paddy Cultivation in Kashmir valley sits at a critical intersection of economic pressures, ecological necessity, and scientific innovation. While the rapid conversion of prime agricultural land into high-density apple orchards poses an existential threat to traditional rice farming, institutional interventionsled by SKUAST-Kashmir and backed by the Union Territorys Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP)are charting a sustainable path forward. These pathways are development of high yielding hybrid varieties, special niche rice like Mushk budgi and health promoting red rice (Zag tomul). In addition, research products like cold tolerant short duration varieties and finally the introduction of integrating farming systems combining paddy-cum-fish and paddy-cum-duck farming models especially in water logged areas like the wet lands of Bandipora and Kulgam. These models give farmers dual revenue streams from the same plot of land without changing land use. Conclusion From the desiccation of Satisar to the research fields of SKUAST, paddy cultivation has defined the economic and cultural rhythm of the Kashmir Valley for millennia. Today, as high-density apple orchards reshape the agrarian countryside, the survival of Kashmiri rice hinges on striking a pragmatic balance between productivity, profitability, and heritage. Through climate-resilient breeding, the revival of prized varieties like Mushk Budji, and sustainable multi-enterprise models, the Valley can secure both economic vitality and food independence. The future of Kashmiri paddy culture is not about resisting change, but ensuring that progress continues to root itself in the very soil that made our valley charming. Prof Upendra Kaul, Founder Director Gauri Kaul Foundation
Sikh Massacre in Pakistan During Partition: The Forgotten Bloodbath of Saka Bhuler
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Some Unknown Footnotes Of Independence
ASHOK OGRA Lord Mountbatten announced the Partition plan on All-India Radio on 3 June 1947. He was followed on the microphone by Nehru, Jinnah and Baldev Singh (speaking for the Sikhs). The next morning, the Viceroy addressed a press conference. It was here that he suggested, for the first time, that the British would leave not by June 1948 (as originally planned) but by the middle of August 1947, that is, in less than ten weeks. There were many interesting moments leading to Independence that are not talked about as often. Here are a few of them. DEMARCATING BORDERS The task of partitioning Bengal and the Punjab was entrusted to a British judge named Sir Cyril Radcliffe. He was given just 35 days to divide colonial India into two nations. He had no prior knowledge of India (this was deemed an advantage). He was assigned four advisers: two Muslims, one Hindu, and one Sikh. But since they fought on every point, he soon dispensed with them. He did not bother to visit the areas that were to be demarcated. Journalist Jayanta Kalita writes that Radcliffe submitted his final boundary maps on August 12, 1947. But Mountbatten decided not to make them public immediately. So, when Pakistan became independent on August 14 and India on August 15, people did not know exactly where the border would run. The Radcliffe Line was announced only on August 17. The confusion that followed was enormous. Families suddenly discovered that their homes were in one country and their fields in another. In Punjab, Muslim-majority areas of Gurdaspur district went to India, giving it an important land route to Kashmir. Pakistan strongly opposed the decision. In the east, the mainly Buddhist Chittagong Hill Tracts went to East Pakistan, leading to tensions and displacement. Radcliffe left India on August 18. Disturbed by the bloodshed, he reportedly burned his notes, refused his 3,000 fee and never returned to the subcontinent. The story of integrating the princely states presented a greater challenge. RECALCITRANT PRINCELY STATES India became independent on August 15, 1947, but the India we know today had not yet fully taken shape. More than 560 princely states had to decide their future. Most had acceded to India, but some important states were still holding out. Kashmir had not joined either India or Pakistan. Maharaja Hari Singh remained ambivalent. Hyderabad wanted to remain independent, while Hindu-majority Junagadh opted for Pakistan, creating a serious problem. Bhopal, Travancore and some other states had also shown reluctance to join India. There were other smaller princely states across central, northern and western India that had their own doubts and concerns. Jodhpur and Indore, too, hesitated at different stages. The possibility of India ending up as a patchwork of separate territories was not entirely out of the question. Writer-journalist Josy Joseph, in his well-researched book Birth of a Nation: Twenty-One Days That Made India, gives a fascinating account of those anxious days leading up to Independence. He writes about the pressure being put on the princes as their hopes of remaining independent began to fade. Nehru was firm. Patel and his ministry were prepared to go beyond persuasion if necessary. One of the first princes to come over to Patels side was the Maharaja of Bikaner. His Dewan was K. M. Panikkar, a widely respected historian who, more clearly than other people, could see that the Vasco da Gama epoch of Asian history. This encouraged other princely states in the region to voluntarily join the Dominion of India. A number of people worked behind the scenes. One of the most important was V. P. Menon. He had started his career as a typist and rose through the administrative system to become Patel's key aide in dealing with the princes. Officials, activists and intelligence operatives also played their part. In one of his books, Menon describes in some detail the tortuous negotiations with the rulers. The process of give and take involved much massaging of egos: one ruler claimed descent from Lord Rama, another from Sri Krishna, while a third said his lineage was immortal, as it had been blessed by the Sikh Gurus. I have a personal memory connected with the late V. P. Menon. Capt. C. P. Nair, founder of the Leela group of hotels, was a dear friend. Whenever I was in Mumbai, I would often stay at the Leela. He was a nephew of V. P. Menon and would regale me with stories about his uncle-his pragmatism, his practical approach and the way he could be soft and firm at the same time while dealing with the princely states and their Dewans. Manipur and Tripura had their own stories. They acceded to India in 1947 but retained considerable internal autonomy before their complete merger with India in 1949. The major unresolved cases were settled later, and in different ways. Junagadh eventually became part of India after a hectic parleys and pressure. Hyderabad was integrated in September 1948 through Operation Polo. Kashmir acceded to India in October 1947 after tribal forces from Pakistan entered the state and the Maharaja sought India's military assistance. This was the uncertain political situation when the Constituent Assembly met in Delhi on the night of August 14-15 to mark India's freedom. THE MIDNIGHT SESSION The Constituent Assembly met at 11 pm, with Dr Rajendra Prasad presiding. Sucheta Kripalani opened the proceedings by singing Vande Mataram. Rajendra Prasad paid tribute to Gandhi and reassured minorities about their rights. Then came Nehru's Tryst with Destiny speech: At the stroke of the midnight hour, when the world sleeps, India will awake to life and freedom. Nehru also reminded the country that Independence was not just an occasion for celebration. It carried a responsibility to serve India and its people. There were other important voices that night. Muslim League leader Chaudhry Khaliquzzaman, who was still a member of the Indian Constituent Assembly, supported Nehru's pledge and spoke of governing without favour. S. Radhakrishnan spoke about India's largely peaceful transfer of political power and contrasted it with the violence that had often accompanied such changes elsewhere. At midnight, the members stood and took a solemn pledge, dedicating themselves to the service of India and its people and to world peace and human welfare. Then came another memorable moment. Hansa Mehta presented the national flag to the Assembly on behalf of the women of India. Sucheta Kripalani later sang Sare Jahan Se Achha and the first verse of Jana Gana Mana. In the early hours of August 15, Rajendra Prasad and Nehru went to Viceroy's House to formally inform Mountbatten that the Constituent Assembly had approved his appointment as independent India's first Governor-General. There is a delightful little story from that night. Nehru handed Mountbatten an envelope that was supposed to contain the list of portfolios of his new Cabinet. Mountbatten opened it and found only a blank sheet of paper. The correct list was soon recovered. Yet, amid all the uncertainty, a new country had been born. Millions of people were now beginning the difficult task of building a democratic India and deciding what kind of nation it would become. What followed was an experiment in democracy that often looked untidy and chaotic, but proved remarkably resilient. The economist John Kenneth Galbraith memorably called India a functioning anarchy. The phrase sounds dismissive, but its more interesting word may be functioning. India argues, protests, quarrels and frequently appears chaotic, yet the democratic machinery somehow keeps moving. (The Author works as Advisor with Apeejay Education, New Delhi)
Chandigarh: Beant Singh assassin release march turns violent
Chandigarh police on Saturday used tear gas shells and water cannons to disperse protesters who tried to breach barricades during a march towards Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria's residence, seeking the release of Sikh prisoners, including Jagtar Singh Hawara, who is serving a life sentence for the assassination of then Punjab chief minister Beant Singh in 1995.
Echoes Across The Radcliffe Line: The Battle For 'Punjabiyat' In Pakistan
Decades after Partition drew a line through their shared heritage, people on both sides remain on a quest to preserve the true essence of Punjabiyat -- the Punjabi identity.
Congress Signals Support For Sikh Prisoners' Release Amid Bandi Sikh Politics
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Sonam Bajwa: From Air Hostess to Bollywood Star
Mumbai, August 15: Sonam Bajwa is one of the leading actresses in the Hindi and Punjabi film industries. Known for her beauty, exceptional acting skills, and impressive dance moves, she has captured the hearts of millions of fans. Born as Sonam Preet Kaur Bajwa on August 16, 1989, in Rudrapur, Uttarakhand, she began her acting ... Read more Sonam Bajwa: From Air Hostess to Bollywood Star
Mahaproloy Teaser : Saswata Chatterjee Starrer Mahaproloy Official Teaser
Mahaproloy : Watch the Official teaser from punjabi Web movie 'Mahaproloy' starring Saswata Chatterjee. Mahaproloy is directed by Raj Chakraborty. To know more about Mahaproloy, watch the video. Check out the latest punjabi teaser, new movie teaser, trending punjabi movie teaser, Saswata Chatterjee's videos at ETimes - Times of India Entertainment.
Sukhbir Singh Badal: The Man Punjab Can
On August 13, 2026, Sukhbir Singh Badal was attacked with a kirpan inside a gurdwara in Nanded, Maharashtra, while visiting Takht Sri Hazur Sahib with his wife and Akali Dal MP, Harsimrat Kaur Badal. The assailant, identified as Jaspal Singh a Pune-based Nihang with degrees in commerce and law struck at Badals hand [] The post Sukhbir Singh Badal: The Man Punjab Cant Ignore. A Second Brush With Death appeared first on Tfipost.com .
Tear gas, water cannons used against Qaumi Insaf morcha protesters, Punjab Bandh call on August 21
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Punjab CM Highlights Achievements on Independence Day, Promotes Love Over Hatred
Firozpur, August 15: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann stated that the 80th year of Indias independence marks a significant milestone for the women of Punjab. For the first time, mothers and daughters are gaining the freedom to spend their money as they wish. He announced that over 6.5 million women have already received honorarium under ... Read more Punjab CM Highlights Achievements on Independence Day, Promotes Love Over Hatred
Bol Bhavein Na Bol - Official Trailer
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Watch the song - Duniya Ka from punjabi movie 'Ishqnama' starring Jai Randhhawa, Shehnaaz Gill, Saurabh Sachdeva and Anjuum Batra. 'Ishqnama' song - Duniya Ka is sung by B Praak and music is also given by B Praak . Lyrics of 'Ishqnama' song - Duniya Ka are written by Jaani. To know more about song - Duniya Ka from Jai Randhhawa, Shehnaaz Gill, Saurabh Sachdeva and Anjuum Batra starrer 'Ishqnama' watch the video.
xperience The New Punjabi Music Video 'Safar' by Harvy Sandhu
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Punjab: Protest march for release of Sikh prisoners met with water cannons, tear gas
Punjab Protest march for release of Sikh prisoners met with water cannons tear gas
Roof Collapse at National Institute of Sports During Independence Day Celebration Injures Athlete
Patiala, August 15: A significant incident occurred at the Netaji Subhas National Institute of Sports (NIS) in Patiala, Punjab, during the 80th Independence Day celebrations. A portion of the buildings roof unexpectedly collapsed, injuring several individuals present at the event. Chaos ensued as news of the accident spread throughout the premises. Initial reports indicate that ... Read more Roof Collapse at National Institute of Sports During Independence Day Celebration Injures Athlete
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Amitabh Bachchan recalls Dharmendras open-door hospitality on KBC 18: He had such a massive heart
Amitabh Bachchan recently revisited a warm memory of his late friend and longtime co-star Dharmendra while hosting Kaun Banega Crorepati 18. Remembering the veteran actors generosity and grounded nature, Bachchan shared how Dharmendras home was always open to people, including those who travelled from his village in Punjab. According to Bachchan, Dharmendras hospitality was so unrestricted that people would often enter his house freely and make themselves comfortable. The anecdote offered a glimpse into the actors personality away from the spotlight, particularly his connection to his roots and his willingness to welcome people with warmth. Recalling one such incident, Bachchan said, Let me tell you another thing about his house. Their home was a free for all whoever came, it was like their own house! I remember one day Dharam ji came home and saw 4-5 men walking up the stairs. So he asked them, Who are you? What are you doing here? They said they had come from the village. Bachchan explained that Dharmendra initially assumed that his wife had invited the visitors. However, the actor himself apparently had no idea how many people would arrive at his home. Dharmendra assumed that his wife had probably invited them! He himself didnt even know how many people were coming and going in his house and always welcomed everybody with love and warmth. He had such a massive heart, Bachchan recalled. Amitabh Bachchan remembered Dharmendras simplicity After Dharmendras death, Bachchan had written an emotional note remembering his friend not only for his screen presence but also for his simplicity and warmth. He described him as the epitome of greatness and praised the largeness of his heart that remained a defining part of his personality. Bachchan also recalled how Dharmendra remained connected to his Punjabi roots despite spending decades in the Hindi film industry. He brought with him the earthiness of the village in Punjab he came from, and remained true to its temperament, unsoiled throughout his glorious career, in a fraternity that witnessed changes every decade. The fraternity underwent changes, not him, he had written. He further remembered Dharmendras smile, charm and warmth, describing the way he extended that affection to everyone around him as a rarity in the profession. Bachchan concluded the tribute with the words, The air about us swings vacant, a vacuum that shall ever remain vacuus. Also Read:Amitabh Bachchan offers a poignant tribute to Dharmendra: He brought with him the earthiness of the village in Punjab he came from
Jay Shah, Virat Kohli Lead Indian Sporting Fraternitys Independence Day Wishes
ICC Chairman Jay Shah: India is celebrating its 80th Independence Day on August 15, 2026, with members of the countrys sporting fraternity taking to social media to extend their wishes and reflect on the values of freedom, unity, sacrifice and national pride. Leading the wishes were ICC Chairman Jay Shah and former India captain Virat Kohli, who shared messages highlighting the values that continue to unite the country. The year also marks 150 years of Vande Mataram, which played a significant role in Indias freedom movement and continues to hold a special place in the countrys national consciousness. The true strength of a nation lies not only in its victories, but in the values that unite its people. Wishing everyone a proud and Happy Independence Day, ICC Chairman Jay Shah wrote. Virat Kohli also shared a post on Instagram that read, Happy Independence Day. Celebrating the freedom that unites us, the diversity that defines us, and the dreams that drive us forward. May we continue building an India that inspires generations. Jai Hind. Indias cricketing legends also joined the celebrations. Happy Independence Day!, wrote both former India legend Sachin Tendulkar and Indian T20I captain Shreyas Iyer. Olympic gold medallist Abhinav Bindra used the occasion to highlight the importance of sport and ensuring every child gets the opportunity to play. Ill never forget standing there and watching the tricolour rise. This Independence Day, my hope is that every child in India has the right and opportunity to play. Because play is joy. Play is freedom. And every child deserves both, wrote Indias Olympic gold winning legend Abhinav Bindra. Former India cricketer VVS Laxman called for people to honour the sacrifices behind Indias freedom and contribute towards building a stronger nation. Happy Independence Day. Let us celebrate the spirit of freedom, honour the sacrifices of those who gave us our independence, and continue to contribute towards building a stronger, more united and progressive India. Jai Hind! posted VVS Laxman. Former India captain Mithali Raj wrote, Wishing everyone a very Happy 80th Independence Day, while former India all-rounder Suresh Raina said, Our identity is enshrined in the colors of the Tricolor. 80 years of freedom, countless sacrifices. Heartfelt wishes on August 15, 2026, Shikhar Dhawan also looked back at some of the proudest moments of his career in the India jersey. Some of the proudest moments of my life have come wearing the India jersey. Heres to the country that gave me the dream, the opportunity and the belief to chase it. Happy 80th Independence Day, former India cricketer Shikhar Dhawan wrote. Indias sporting organisations and IPL franchises also marked the occasion with messages celebrating the Tricolour and the spirit of the nation. From the turf to every Indian heart, we play for the pride of our nation. A very Happy 80th Independence Day from all of us at Hockey India!, Hockey India posted on X. Celebrating the spirit that brings us together. Happy Independence Day, SunRisers Hyderabad posted. Pround. United. Indian. Wishing everyone a very happy #IndependenceDay, Punjab Kings said. The National Rifle Association of India posted, From setting our sights on bigger dreams to hitting every milestone with purpose. Happy 80th Independence Day, India, while the Athletics Federation of India said, From the track to the world stage, the Tiranga flies higher every time. Happy Independence Day! Lucknow Super Giants also joined in, writing, Let the Tricolour wave, let India smile. Heartfelt wishes on Independence Day! Royal Challengers Bengaluru connected the countrys freedom journey with the dreams of its people, posting, From a dream of freedom to a nation of dreamers. For every dream that was fought for, every dream that was realised, and every dream that still lies ahead. Happy 80th Independence Day, India. Chennai Super Kings wrote, Let the tricolour fly high! Heres to the freedom, togetherness and spirit that make India what it is. Happy Independence Day! Rajasthan Royals, meanwhile, looked towards the future with their message: Entering the 80th year of writing our own story. Vande Mataram, India! Indian mens cricket team head coach Gautam Gambhir remembered those whose sacrifices made Indias freedom possible. Their sacrifice. Our freedom. Our responsibility: India. Jai Hind, Indian mens cricket teams head coach Gautam Gambhir wrote. The Board of Control for Cricket in India also extended its wishes, saying, Here's wishing every Indian a very Happy Independence Day. Jai Hind, while former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan wrote, Wishing everyone a very happy Independence Day. Their sacrifice. Our freedom. Our responsibility: India. Jai Hind, Indian mens cricket teams head coach Gautam Gambhir wrote. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The messages from Indias sporting fraternity brought together athletes, cricketers, sporting bodies and IPL franchises, with a shared focus on freedom, sacrifice, unity and the aspirations of a nation entering its 80th year of independence. Article Source: IANS
After Gen Z, its Gen Alpha's turn to seek accountability: Arvind Kejriwal
Gen Alpha is now demanding better facilities in government schools. Children across India are protesting for basic amenities like proper roads and teachers. Arvind Kejriwal noted damaged buildings and a lack of toilets in schools. He stated that people had accepted poor conditions as normal for years. Kejriwal claimed Punjab's schools improved significantly under his party's governance.
Parents praise arrangements as NIT Srinagar UG admissions continue
Srinagar, Aug 14: For many parents, accompanying their children to the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar for undergraduate admissions was an occasion marked by pride, anticipation and a sense of achievement, as their wards embarked on a new phase of academic life. On the second day of undergraduate admissions at the Institute on Friday, parents accompanying students seeking admission to various programmes appreciated the arrangements, describing the process as orderly, efficient and convenient. For families who had travelled from different parts of the country, the admission day also brought relief after months of preparation and uncertainty. Parents said clear guidance from staff and the availability of essential services on campus helped them complete the formalities without much difficulty. Rajesh Kumar, a parent from Punjab, said seeing his son secure admission to NIT Srinagar was a proud moment for the family. We had been waiting for this day for a long time. There was naturally some nervousness when we arrived, but the way the staff guided us made everything much easier. From document verification to the final formalities, everyone was very cooperative, he said. Ram Prasad Meena, a parent from Rajasthan whose son secured admission to Mechanical Engineering, said the arrangements had made the transition easier for both students and families. For us, this is a very important moment. Our son is beginning a new chapter of his life, and as parents we wanted everything to go smoothly. The staff guided us properly, while having different facilities available at one place made the process much easier, he said. Shradda Kumari from Patna, Bihar, whose ward was admitted to the Institute, said her family was impressed by the way the rush of students and parents was managed. We were expecting a long and tiring process, but things moved smoothly. The staff was patient and cooperative. It was reassuring to see that the Institute had made arrangements to assist parents at every stage, she said. Shradda said parents often carry concerns when their children leave home for higher education, adding that the arrangements at the campus helped ease some of those apprehensions. As parents, we always worry when our children take such a big step. Seeing the arrangements here and the way officials are helping students gives us confidence, she said. She added that the atmosphere on campus was encouraging, with students appearing excited about beginning their journey at one of the countrys premier technical institutions. Dean Academic Affairs, Prof. B.A. Mir, said the admission process was progressing smoothly, with teams working continuously to facilitate students and their parents. Today, we have completed the admission process for around 80 candidates, taking the overall number of admissions to 169 so far. The response has been encouraging, and our teams are working to ensure that every student and parent gets proper assistance throughout the process, Prof. Mir said. He said the Institute had streamlined the admission procedure by bringing different facilities and services together at the campus, allowing students to complete their formalities in a coordinated manner. Our teams are working tirelessly from 8:30 AM to 6:30 PM to ensure a hassle-free experience for students and parents. We have tried to make the process as convenient as possible, with the required facilities available under one roof, he said. Senior officials are monitoring the arrangements and speaking with students, parents, and staff to ensure coordination across teams during the ongoing admission process.
Thousands gather at Kangans Baba Nagri to remember Mian Bashir Larvi
Thousands of devotees gathered at Baba Nagri in Wangath, Kangan, on Friday to mark the fifth death anniversary of Padma Bhushan awardee, veteran tribal leader and Sufi scholar Mian Bashir Ahmad Larvi. Mian Bashir, popularly known as Baba Sahib, passed away on August 14, 2021, at the age of 98. The annual observance at the shrine was marked by Fateha Khwani, Quran Khwani and special prayers, with devotees arriving from across Jammu and Kashmir as well as Himachal Pradesh, Punjab and other parts of the country. His son and Member of Parliament, Mian Altaf Ahmad, who is also the Sajjada Nasheen of the shrine, led the prayers and paid tribute to his fathers contributions to Sufism, social service, literature and the empowerment of the Gujjar and Bakarwal communities. Addressing the gathering, Mian Altaf urged Ulema and community leaders to help prevent young people from falling into social evils, describing drug abuse as one of the worst of evils. He called upon the youth to stay away from narcotics and other harmful substances. Speakers, including Molvi Ghulam Mohi-ud-Din and Syed Salim Geelani, recalled Mian Bashirs message of communal harmony, pluralism and social equality, saying his teachings remained relevant to the region. Several books were also released during the programme, including Yaad-e-Raftgan, a diary written by Mian Bashir that records social, political and religious developments of his time. A book by Dr Mohammad Rafiq containing biographies of Hazrat Baba Ji Sahib Larvi, Hazrat Mian Nizam-ud-Din Larvi and Hazrat Mian Bashir Ahmad Larvi was also released. Devotees said the spiritual bond and affection associated with the Mian family continued to draw people to Baba Nagri. The shrines year-round Langar, or community kitchen, remains another major feature of the institution. During the annual Urs, around 100 permanent workers, assisted by local volunteers, prepare large quantities of food and sweet rice for devotees. Born in November 1923 at Pehalnar Wangath, Mian Bashir inherited the spiritual stewardship of the Naqshbandi Sufi order. He also emerged as a prominent leader of the Gujjar and Bakarwal communities, advocating education, social recognition and political representation for the tribal population. He served four terms in the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly and held ministerial positions under successive governments. He also represented India at the United Nations General Assembly. A prolific writer in Gojri, Urdu and Punjabi, his works included the six-volume Neer Sumandar, Israr-e-Kabari and Mata-e-Faqar-o-Danish. In recognition of his contribution to society, he was conferred the Padma Bhushan in 2008. Five years after his death, devotees said his message of faith, tolerance, education and brotherhood continued to resonate across Jammu and Kashmir.
Finance Minister Punjab honours Dr Anshu Kataria as Voice of Private Unaided Colleges of India
Finance Minister Punjab, S. Harpal Singh Cheema honoured Dr Anshu Kataria, President, Punjab Unaided Colleges Association (PUCA) & Chairman, Aryans Group of Colleges, Rajpura, Near Chandigarh with the prestigious Voice of Private Unaided Colleges of India award during the Millennial Awards 2026, held at JW Marriott, Chandigarh. S Harpal Singh Cheema appreciated Dr. Katarias continuous efforts in raising the concerns of private unaided colleges and working for the welfare of students and educational institutions. On the occasion, Dr Anshu Kataria, President, Punjab Unaided Colleges Association (PUCA) & Chairman, Aryans Group of Colleges, appreciated the efforts of Finance Minister S. Harpal Singh Cheema for reviving the Post Matric Scholarship (PMS) scheme for Punjabi students. He said that the Government has sanctioned Rs 432 crore towards pending PMS dues for 201720 and has assured the disbursement of more pending funds in the coming months. Dr Kataria appreciated Cheemas efforts to resolve the long-pending PMS issues of Punjab. On the occasion, teams from Aryans Group of Colleges, Swami Vivekanand Institute of Engineering and Technology, Doaba Group of Colleges, Indo Global Group of Colleges and Saraswati Group of Colleges were present.
Best of BS Opinion: The case for keeping UPI free outweighs its infra costs
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Every August, India performs a ritual of remembering that risks becoming a ritual of forgetting. We hoist flags, recite a familiar pantheon of names, and retire the past into ceremony. But independence was not a single, luminous event delivered on the morning of 15 August 1947. It was a wager, made by exhausted and divided men and women, that a civilisation of extraordinary diversity could govern itself as one republic rather than dissolve into its many parts. That wager has not yet been fully settled. It is renewed, or betrayed, in every generation that inherits it. The twenty-one days that could have ended differently It is worth remembering how contingent the whole enterprise was. Between 25 July and 14 August 1947, as Jawaharlal Nehru and Muhammad Ali Jinnah sparred in public and Lord Mountbatten prepared to preside over two new dominions, a small, largely unheralded group of civil servants worked in near-obscurity to prevent a third catastrophe: the Balkanisation of the subcontinent into hundreds of fragments. Over five hundred and fifty princely states, ruling nearly two-fifths of the land and a quarter of its population, stood legally free to remain independent, join Pakistan, or join India. There was no constitutional inevitability that they would choose union. The India we take as a settled fact was, until the last possible hour, an open question and the investigative journalist Josy Josephs recent account of those twenty-one days is a useful reminder that the republic was assembled, not merely declared. This matters philosophically, not just historically. We tend to speak of nations as though they possess an essence some prior, natural unity waiting to be liberated from colonial rule. But Indias founders knew better. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel and V.P. Menon, working through the States Department, did not appeal to a pre-existing oneness; they built one, through negotiation, pressure, and an act of collective will. The nation was not found. It was made. And anything that is made by human hands and human choices can, by the same token, be unmade by human neglect. This is the first hard truth an honest article on independence must confront: sovereignty is not a possession, like an heirloom passed down and simply held. It is closer to a practice, like a language, or a marriage, that persists only for as long as it is actively spoken and renewed. A struggle that belonged to no single community There is a second, equally uncomfortable truth: the freedom that was won in 1947 was not won by any one community on behalf of the others. It was, in the fullest sense, a shared inheritance and the amnesia that has crept into public memory on this point deserves to be named plainly as a distortion, not a difference of opinion. Ashfaqulla Khan, a young poet and revolutionary from Shahjahanpur, went to the gallows in December 1927 alongside his comrade Ram Prasad Bismil for their part in the Kakori conspiracy, having chosen armed insurrection over accommodation with an empire he considered illegitimate. His last words are said to have invoked both his faith and his country in the same breath, seeing no contradiction between the two. A decade later, Khan Abdul Ghaffar Khan the Frontier Gandhi built among the Pashtuns of the North-West Frontier a movement of nonviolent resistance so disciplined that the British feared it more than they feared the sword, and he paid for that discipline with decades of imprisonment, first under colonial rule and then, bitterly, under the postcolonial state he helped bring into being. Maulana Abul Kalam Azad, meanwhile, offered a rival vision of nationhood to the very idea of Partition that a composite Indian identity, rather than a religiously defined one, was both truer to Indias civilisational history and more durable as a political foundation. And Bhagat Singh, executed at twenty-three for the bombing of the Central Legislative Assembly and his defiant courtroom testimony, remains perhaps the starkest case of all: an avowed atheist and socialist revolutionary whose sacrifice has since been folded into every ideological camp except, often, the internationalist and irreligious one he actually held. To set these lives side by side is not an act of statistical balancing, some anxious effort to ensure proportional representation among the dead. It is to recover a simple and inconvenient fact: the freedom struggle was pluralist in its very architecture, animated by believers, atheists, socialists, and conservatives who disagreed profoundly with one another about the shape of the future India should have, yet judged the present subjugation intolerable enough to die for its end. A nation that silently edits this plurality out of its founding story is not correcting history; it is impoverishing itself, trading a complicated but true inheritance for a simple and false one. What it means to protect, rather than merely possess, a republic Here the argument must turn from memory to obligation, because the past, however faithfully recovered, cannot by itself discharge our present duties. What, then, does it mean to protect a nation once it exists? It cannot mean merely defending its borders, though that is necessary. Nor can it mean defending its symbols like flags, anthems, dates, though these too have their place. The deeper protection a republic requires is the protection of the conditions under which the original wager continues to make sense: that people fundamentally unlike one another in faith, language, and inheritance can nonetheless share equal standing before a common law. This is a more demanding and more fragile achievement than unity of blood or creed, precisely because it rests on nothing more solid than mutual recognition, continually re-extended. The moment one communitys citizenship is treated as more original, more authentic, or more entitled to define the nations character than anothers, the philosophical basis of 1947 - the shared sacrifice memorialised above - is quietly repudiated, even if the flag still flies and the anthem still plays. There is a temptation, especially in times of anxiety, to imagine that a nation is protected by tightening its identity or by deciding, at last, who really belongs. History suggests the opposite. The princely states were not absorbed into India through an exercise of narrower identity, but through an act of expansive accommodation, one that had to persuade Hindu-majority Travancore and Muslim-ruled Junagadh, Sikh Punjab and animist tribal belts alike, that a plural union served them better than isolation or division. The instrument that held the country together in 1947 was not sameness. It was a negotiated, sometimes uneasy, mutual guarantee, the precursor to what the Constitution would later formalise as equal citizenship. To protect the republic today is to keep faith with that instrument, not to discard it in favour of the very fragmentation it was built to prevent. The wager renewed Freedom, then, is not a state achieved once and inherited passively thereafter, like property. It is closer to what philosophers have called a practice of self-legislation - a people continually choosing, through its institutions, its speech, and its treatment of the vulnerable among it, to remain the kind of political community its founders judged worth dying for. Ashfaqulla Khan and Bhagat Singh did not sacrifice themselves for a flag; Ghaffar Khan did not spend decades in prison for a date on the calendar. They wagered their lives on the proposition that a genuinely plural, self-governing India was possible and worth having. Eight decades later, the question is not whether that wager was won in 1947. It plainly was. The harder question - the one this anniversary should force upon us, uncomfortably, each year - is whether we are still willing to place the same wager today, in a country grown large, unequal, and impatient with the difficulty of holding so much difference together. Independence was the easier half of the task, if anything about it can be called easy. It required courage, but courage aimed at a visible, external adversary - an empire whose injustice was, in the end, legible to the world and to history. What remains is a subtler and lonelier struggle, aimed inward, without the moral clarity of a foreign oppressor to unite against: the daily, unglamorous, often thankless labour of protecting a plural republic from its own worst instincts, its own appetite for simplification. This is the harder inheritance, and unlike the flag or the anthem, it cannot simply be received. It must be re-earned, by each generation, in the manner it chooses to treat the citizen who prays differently, speaks differently, or remembers 1947 differently than it does. That, finally, is what it would mean to have been worthy of what Ashfaqulla Khan, Bhagat Singh, and Ghaffar Khan gave up. Malik Daniyal is an economics graduate from Delhi University.
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