Maharishi Markandeshwar is 85th, Manav Rachna 96th; no college makes cut

Police launch statewide search operation

Takes into consideration his age, custody period

Farmers can register claims by September 15

The Chamba Administration airlifted 114 stranded Manimahesh pilgrims, prioritizing the vulnerable. Helicopters, supported by private companies, rescued the sick and injured. The state government covers costs. About 700 pilgrims remain stranded after heavy rains disrupted travel; 15,000 have been rescued. Efforts continue for the deceased's return.

Himachal Pradesh's education minister reported Rs 50 crore in damage to 743 schools and colleges due to heavy rains. Funds will prioritize severely damaged institutions. Teacher transfers will be need-based. Preparations for International Literacy Day and pending promotions were discussed. New subjects and sports coach recruitment were also reviewed.

Anurag Thakur criticized the state government for mishandling a natural disaster, accusing them of misinformation and politicization. He highlighted discrepancies in relief fund distribution, while emphasizing the Centre's financial aid compared to the previous UPA government. He also addressed concerns regarding road construction flaws.

Himachal Pradesh is implementing Kerala's community-based palliative care model, focusing on home-based care for the terminally ill and elderly. Health professionals are being trained, and the program, involving doctors, nurses, and volunteers, aims to improve access to compassionate care and ease the burden on hospitals, especially in remote areas.

The closure of highways and other inter-regional roads since August 26 has resulted in over 3,500 vehicles getting stuck at various places from Kathua to Kashmir

The Bench posted the matter for hearing after two weeks

The closure of highways and other inter-regional roads since August 26 has resulted in over 3,500 vehicles getting stuck at various places from Kathua to Kashmir

Three of them have been admitted to GMC Hospital in Doda

Yuraj Mondal was sentenced to 20 years of rigorous imprisonment for raping a 15-year-old girl under the guise of marriage. The conviction came from Additional Sessions Judge Jasmine Sharma after an FIR was filed in June 2021 following the girl's father's complaint.

‘Appears to be issue of ego between MC, ASI’

‘Appears to be issue of ego between MC, ASI’

‘Appears to be issue of ego between MC, ASI’

Dr. SPS Oberoi, managing trustee of Sarbat Da Bhala Charitable Trust, provided relief supplies like ration kits, mosquito nets, and plastic covers to flood-affected families in Dhunn Dhai Wala and Mundapind villages. He also offered prayers and assured further aid. District Trust officials accompanied him.

Sanjay Singh, Harbhajan Singh ETO, and Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal visited flood-affected villages near Ramdass, distributing relief supplies like rations and tarpaulins. They assured families of government support, including compensation based on crop loss surveys, and appealed for unity and humanitarian aid.

Sanyukt Kisan Morcha (SKM) leaders met to address worsening flood conditions in Ajnala tehsil. They noted water releases from dams and difficulties in aid distribution. SKM will establish information and support camps in Mahal Bukhari and Othian villages to facilitate relief efforts and are appealing for more aid.

The World Punjabi Heritage Foundation honored 40 teachers at their annual appreciation ceremony. Speakers emphasized the importance of recognizing teachers and adapting to modern educational challenges. They highlighted the need to address a potential gap in student-teacher relationships and emphasized the teacher's role in fulfilling both learning and emotional needs.

He emphasised the need for the Centre’s aid to provide relief to the flood-affected areas

At least 40 to 50 boats have been pressed into service by Hanspal Traders

The procedure of his arrest will be adopted after his release from Nabha jail on Thursday and he will be presented in a local court  

More than five feet water has entered basement area

Ludhiana DC Himanshu Jain assesses the weakening embankment and the potential flood risk in consultation with officials concerned

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As part of the relief measures, the Punjab government will provide an ex-gratia payment of Rs 8 lakh to the family

Army, NDRF called in; villagers asked to move animals to safer places

The first-time MLA escaped from custody on Tuesday with police claiming that gunshots were fired

River water has entered paddy fields in 65 villages of the district

Flowing from the Shivalik hills, the seasonal river wreaked havoc in 2010 and 2023, besides causing damage almost every alternate year

For the past 12 hours, the water level is half a foot above the danger level

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The book shows that the true story of belonging can only be written in conversation with ghosts, not nation-states

The book risks portraying Benjamin as an innocuous ‘man of letters’

This book is a reminder that the Himalayas are not only geography but also philosophy, and that a pilgrimage is meaningful not because it is easy but because it is transformative

The book reveals to us the myriad ways in which women have dealt with unequal situations

Anoop Lokkur’s debut Kannada feature premieres at Busan International Film Festival later this month

An upcoming exhibition draws inspiration from the ancient maritime trade and cultural exchange between the coastal regions of South India and the Southeast Asian countries

10 sculptors draw from architecture, mythology & lived memory to show how even the hardest material bends to human imagination

Andrey A Tarkovskiy reflects on preserving his father’s legacy — a cinema that still prays, still listens, and still answers

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Global attractions which are nestled along borders and offer an enriching travel experience

With picture-perfect beaches and an unhurried pace of life, this Indian Ocean archipelago offers a slice of paradise

#Travelogue:Perched along the Baspa River fed by melting snow, the landscape was straight out of a postcard

Fake KYC texts to AI abductions, digital scammers are evolving — it’s time we got smarter too

The Sikkimese filmmaker says stories from the mountains are often portrayed through stereotypical lenses of exoticism or simplicity

The classic combination is delicious, full of balanced nutrition and easy to cook

Can we record their stories as easily as we drape their saris or wear their jewellery? Madhu Bhaduri’s book seeks answers

The classic combination is delicious, full of balanced nutrition and easy to cook

Indian sweets like burfi, kheer, ras malai and more can be prepared with almond or coconut milk

From a Sangrur village’s ban on consumption to curbs on sale near schools in Punjab, there’s intense scrutiny

From Mohali to Mumbai, a few celebrity-owned restaurants are showing that they’re more than branding exercises. What sets them apart is not the fame on the signboard, but the food, design and thoughtfulness on the table

Urdu writer Joginder Paul’s birth centenary: He passed away in 2016, leaving behind a throbbing world of characters and incidents in the parallel world of his fiction

Our pride in our own mother tongues is a romantic yearning

Ageing is never a singular story. It can be indignity or dignity, loneliness or companionship

The cure to ego is humility, a powerful force that comes from truly following the Guru’s teachings, meditating, and performing sewa

Doctors Speak: Dr Varsha Gupta

Some level of food processing can improve food safety, extend shelf life and reduce food waste

Obesity is a severe public health issue in Punjab, driven by unhealthy lifestyles. Bariatric surgery and medications like Ozempic and Wegovy offer treatment options. Surgery leads to significant weight loss and improved health conditions, while medications are suitable for mild to moderate obesity. Lifestyle changes are crucial for long-term success.

Young fitness enthusiasts' supplement use is rising, raising health concerns. The Municipal Corporation will conduct checks on products due to potential heart attack risks, especially from high caffeine or undisclosed substances. Awareness campaigns and lab tests will be implemented, emphasizing professional guidance and certified supplements.