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Complete projects in time, DC tells officials

DC JORWAL SAID HE WOULD REVIEW THE WORKS WEEKLY AND NO LAPSE BY ANY OFFICER WOULD BE TOLERATED

Start of new flights a commercial decision of airlines, HC told

In response to a Punjab and Haryana high court question on why there are just two international flights from the Shaheed Bhagat Singh International Airport in Mohali, the Centre has said that it does not interfere in commercial operations of airlines and that the airlines are free to choose markets and destinations within the ambit of Bilateral Air Services Agreements (BASA) between India and another country.

Several posts vacant in Ludhiana bus depot

The Ludhiana bus depot is grappling with a severe staff shortage, crippling the operations of its own fleet of around 300 state-owned buses.

DMC Gets PPCB Notice Over 'Violations'

The Punjab Pollution Control Board (PPCB) has recently issued a notice to Dayanand Medical College (DMC) over alleged violations of environmental norms.

Schoolgirl jumps from flyover in suicide bid

A 16-year-old girl allegedly attempted suicide by jumping off a flyover near Sherpur on Friday afternoon.

Youth Assaulted Over ‘Panchayat Poll Rivalry’

A 20-year-old man was brutally assaulted and abducted by a group of five men before being dropped in Moga on Thursday.

Key arteries blocked amid farmers' protest against canal lining

AUTHORITIES AGREE TO LIMIT WORK TO THE PORTIONS WHERE EMBANKMENTS ARE WEAK

Installed a year ago, emergency police care stations lie defunct

Modelled after Bengaluru and foreign nations, such stations are designed to combat street crimes, like snatching, vehicle theft and brawl

Buddha Nullah Taken Up At Vidhan Sabha Panel Meet

Crucial matters related to Ludhiana's development and environmental concerns were deliberated upon during a Vidhan Sabha Committee meeting, chaired by Ludhiana West MLA Gurpreet Gogi.

No escape for Kohli from noose around off-stump

Virat Kohli could have been gone first ball. He nicked Scott Boland to the slips, where Steve Smith got a hand to the low ball at second slip and flicked it up to Marnus Labuschagne to complete what looked like a rather incredible catch.

Pant resists but India fold for 185

Familiar batting troubles haunt India after Rohit Sharma 'rests' himself for fifth and final Test at SCG

Sports ministry pulls up Usha on IGU elections

The sports ministry has taken a stern view of the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) president PT Usha recognising the Indian Golf Union elections won by the Harish Shetty-led faction, asking IOA to adhere to its constitution and the Sports Code.

Dying to save souls

A NOVEL EXAMINATION OF THE DEBATE ABOUT DEVELOPMENT

Friends with lasting benefits

Friends: India's Closest Strategic Partners by Sreeram Chaulia highlights the intricacies of the country's partnerships with Japan, Australia, USA, Russia, France, Israel, UAE

Most people just want a good protagonist

The American author of children's books, on espionage novels and honouring his ancestors in his work

State Borrowings to Surge About 18% in Q4

Higher Borrowings Expected to Drive Capex, Helping Economic Recovery

Prez Biden blocks $14 bn 'controversial' US-Japan steel deal

President Joe Biden on Friday blocked the controversial $14.9 billion sale of US Steel to Japan's Nippon Steel, citing a strategic need to protect domestic industry.

N Korea Says South in 'Political Chaos' Over Yoon Arrest Drama

South Korea's presidential guards and military troops prevented authorities from arresting impeached President Yoon Suk-yeol on Friday in a tense six-hour stand-off inside Yoon's compound in the heart of Seoul.

N Korea says South in 'political chaos' over Yoon arrest drama

North Korean state media on Friday said the South was in \"chaos\" and paralysed politically over an attempt by investigators to execute an arrest warrant for impeached President Yoon Suk-yeol.

Appeals court in US blocks Biden-era 'net neutrality' rules

A federal appeals court on Thursday ruled that US regulators overstepped their authority by reinstating \"net neutrality\" rules governing internet service providers, dealing a blow to the Biden administration.

Alcohol Labels in US Should Carry Cancer Warning

Alcoholic drinks should carry a warning about cancer risks on their label, the US Surgeon General said on Friday in a move that could signal a shift towards more aggressive tobacco-style regulation for the sector.

Why Maithili Deserves Classical Language Status

The campaign for classical language status for Maithili has recently gained renewed momentum, especially following the Union Cabinet's approval of classical language recognition for five new languages including Marathi, Bengali, Assamese, Pali, and Prakrit.

No end to farm economy unease

The problem is deeper than MSP and loan waivers—only an objective conversation between the two sides can mitigate the crisis

India Shows The Way On Energy Transformation

Electricity demand is booming around the world.

Money Lesson for 2025: Keep Faith in Basics

There is little reason to panic: Stay diversified between debt and equity, instead of chasing high-risk instruments or treating the stock markets a gambling den

Rana Urges US Court to Review Extradition Order

An attorney for Mumbai-attack convict Tahawwur Rana has urged the US Supreme Court to review the lower court's decision to extradite him to India, citing the principle of double jeopardy which prevents a person from being tried or punished twice for the same offense.

Tiger From Sariska Enters Farmhouse Kitchen; Captured

Tiger ST-2402, which had kept Rajasthan forest officials on their toes for the past three days after leaving the Sariska Tiger Reserve, was successfully tranquillised and captured in Alwar district of the state on Friday, officials said.

My apology was for the victims, not terrorists'

Manipur chief minister N Biren Singh on Friday clarified that his recent apology over the ethnic violence in the state was directed at the victims, not \"terrorists\".

Territorial clashes claim 10 tigers in RTR in two years: Officials

At least 10 tigers have died in territorial fights between tigers at Ranthambore Tiger Reserve (RTR) in Rajasthan in the last two years, officials said on Friday.

Allu Arjun Gets Bail in Theatre Stampede Case

The Nampally court in Hyderabad granted regular bail to top Telugu actor Allu Arjun on Friday in connection with the December 4 Sandhya theatre stampede that claimed the life of a 35-year-old woman and injured her son, people familiar with the matter said.