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Punjab bandh: Shops shut, security tightened over demand for release of Sikh prisoners

Markets remained shut in parts of Punjab due to a bandh call by Qaumi Insaf Morcha. Security was heightened at Chandigarh-Mohali border points and across the state. Supporters created blockades, causing inconvenience to commuters and affecting normal life. Several organizations and farmer unions extended support to the bandh's demands. The…

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Punjab Bandh August 21: Are banks, offices, trains, taxis, buses and markets closed? Check what will remain open and what services will be closed

On Friday, August 21, Punjab will see a significant seven-hour bandh from 7 am to 2 pm. The Qaumi Insaaf Morcha has organized this shutdown as part of its efforts to secure the release of Sikh prisoners. Expect markets and shops to remain closed during this time, while public transport…

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Pakistan significantly affects NCR, Punjab's annual PM2.5 concentration: Report

Pakistan's transboundary pollution contributes nearly thirty-three percent to Delhi's annual PM2.5 levels. Local sources account for twenty-eight percent of the National Capital Region's air pollution. Punjab's air quality also faces significant influence from Pakistan, with forty percent of its PM2.5 originating there. Residential activities are a major driver of pollution…

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Punjab Bandh on August 21: Will schools be closed? Latest update on school holiday, Panjab University exams and more

Punjab Bandh news: A federation of private schools announced a holiday for August 21. Panjab University rescheduled exams planned for that same day. The Qaumi Insaf Morcha called for a state-wide shutdown on Friday. This bandh aims to press for the release of Sikh prisoners. Several organizations have extended their…

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Weather Tomorrow August 21: IMD predicts rain, thunderstorms and heavy showers across several states; check Delhi, Rajasthan, Himachal Pradesh forecast and upcoming weather outlook

Weather Tomorrow August 21: Several areas in India are bracing for heavy rainfall, prompting new weather alerts. On August 21, Delhi and Punjab can expect light to moderate showers accompanied by thunderstorms. Meanwhile, Maharashtra is preparing for morning storms, and Jammu and Kashmir are likely to have a mix of…

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Skipped CWC meeting with high command's permission to appear in exam: Former Punjab CM Charanjit Singh Channi

Charanjit Singh Channi missed the Congress Working Committee meeting for an examination. He secured permission from the party high command to attend his exam. Channi is pursuing a master's degree in public administration at Panjab University. He plans to research policy reforms and public development for Punjab. Channi expressed confidence…

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Tanker driver fills 9,800 litres of milk after delivering paneer whey; dairy plant catches the vehicle with Rs 7.6 lakh worth 'stolen' load; security guard accused for helping gets bail

A tanker driver allegedly filled 9,800 litres of milk worth Rs 7.6 lakh from a Karnal dairy plant after completing a routine paneer whey delivery, connecting his vehicle directly to the plant's milk tank before attempting to exit. A security guard accused of helping facilitate the theft has been granted…

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The Partition Museum in Amritsar Is the One Place in India That Should Stop You Cold

The Wall Does Not Let You Stay a TouristThe Partition Museum sits on Town Hall Chowk in Amritsar, and it does not announce itself the way the Golden Temple does. There is no gold. No single luminous point drawing crowds forward. You walk in, and the first thing you encounter…

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NHRC seeks report from Punjab govt on non-observance of Independence Day in border area schools

The National Human Rights Commission has taken cognisance of a complaint regarding Independence Day non-observance. It seeks a detailed report from the Punjab Government on school celebrations. The commission wants to know if children in remote areas were denied equal opportunities. Details on flag hoisting and anthem singing in schools…

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BJP reshuffle: Vinod Tawde, Satish Poonia, Tarun Chugh get BJP poll duties under Nitin Nabin

Nitin Nabin appointed new state in-charges for Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, and Gujarat. Vinod Tawde will oversee Uttar Pradesh, while Satish Poonia takes charge of Punjab. Tarun Chugh has been appointed in-charge for Gujarat and will retain his national role. These appointments are effective immediately and reflect ongoing party restructuring. Further…

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Do Insects Feel Pain? What Neuroscience Reveals About Insect Sentience and Animal Suffering

The nervous system that wasn't supposed to matterA fruit fly injected with a small dose of acid will drag the affected limb, avoid using it, and protect it from further contact. That behaviour has a name in biology: nociception. It is the detection of damaging stimuli by specialised sensory neurons,…

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Weather Tomorrow August 17: IMD predicts rain, thunderstorms and heavy showers across several states; check forecast for Delhi, Rajasthan, Himachal Pradesh and more

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…

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Centre approved Rs 1,419 cr for Qadian-Beas railway line in Punjab: Ravneet Bittu

The Centre has approved a Rs 1,419 crore estimate for the Qadian-Beas railway line. This project will connect Qadian in Gurdaspur district with Beas in Amritsar. Construction of the 39.68-km broad-gauge corridor is expected to begin soon. The railway line will improve connectivity and economic linkages across the Majha region.…

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'What have I done?': The moment Jinnah confronted the horrors of Partition

Journalist Kuldip Nayar recounted Muhammad Ali Jinnah's despair over Partition's human tragedy. He witnessed streams of people fleeing across the divided Punjab from an aircraft. Nayar also described the devastation and fear he experienced approaching the Wagah border. The scale of the upheaval became increasingly visible as violence escalated significantly.…

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Weather Tomorrow August 15: Heavy rain alert in Delhi-NCR, UP, Punjab, Haryana, Maharashtra, Gujarat; check other states

On Saturday, the monsoon continues to be vigorous in various parts of India. Multiple states and Union Territories are predicted to experience heavy to very heavy rainfall along with widespread thunderstorms. Citizens are urged to stay vigilant due to the potential for strong winds and travel delays that may arise…

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Sukhbir Singh Badal’s first reaction after Nanded gurdwara attack: ‘I have never been scared’

Sukhbir Singh Badal stated the attack aimed to disturb Punjab's peace and vowed to prevent it. He was injured by a kirpan at a gurdwara in Nanded, Maharashtra on Thursday. The alleged attacker was taken into custody by the Maharashtra Police. Badal underwent surgery for a tendon injury and nerve…

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Sukhbir Singh Badal declared stable after undergoing surgery following Nanded gurdwara attack

Shiromani Akali Dal chief Sukhbir Singh Badal underwent surgery after a kirpan attack. Doctors repaired a tendon injury and nerve damage during the procedure. He is now stable and expected to be discharged from the hospital today. Badal will likely be flown back to Punjab later this afternoon. Police are…

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"Want to bowl fourth over with same pace and length as first": Shashank Singh targets all-round improvement, eyes India call-up

Shashank Singh is enhancing his bowling and fielding abilities at the Punjab Kings camp. He aims to improve his bowling consistency and regain fielding confidence for upcoming matches. The all-rounder is preparing for the next domestic season with Puducherry. Shashank believes strong performances can lead to an India call-up. He…

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Prime Minister Modi inquires about health of Sukhbir Badal after attack on SAD chief

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inquired about Sukhbir Singh Badal's health. Badal was injured in a knife attack inside a gurdwara in Nanded. He was attacked with a kirpan by a Nihang member. Badal's wife, Harsimrat Kaur Badal, spoke with the Prime Minister. This incident occurred before upcoming Punjab assembly elections.

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School holiday August 14, 2026: Will schools remain closed on Friday? From J&K, Delhi, UP to Maharashtra and Karnataka, check rain alerts & state-wise updates

School Holiday Tomorrow, August 14, 2026: The forecast for August 14, 2026, indicates substantial monsoon rainfall across several regions in India. Parents and students need to remember that local officials determine school closures, so it's critical to check official communications regarding school operational status. Since rainfall intensity and ground conditions…

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Left AAP as I wasn't being heard, don't care about labels: Harbhajan Singh

Harbhajan Singh explained his move from AAP to BJP citing unaddressed concerns within his former party. He felt his ideas for sports promotion were not heard by the Aam Aadmi Party leadership. Protests occurred at his home after he joined the Bharatiya Janata Party this April. Singh questioned AAP's unfulfilled…

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Will Kejriwal seek Punjab govt's resignation, BJP asks after High Court stay on pharma officers' recruitment

The BJP criticised Arvind Kejriwal after a court stayed Punjab's pharmacy officer appointments. This court order raises serious questions about the state government's recruitment process. The BJP questioned Kejriwal's silence on issues affecting students in Punjab and Jharkhand. Opposition disruptions in Parliament were also criticised by the BJP spokesperson. Politicians…

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6 Foods That Protect Your Gallbladder, All Already Sitting in Your Indian Kitchen

TurmericCurcumin, the active compound in turmeric, directly stimulates bile production and improves bile flow from the gallbladder into the small intestine. A 2002 study published in the journal Alimentary Pharmacology and Therapeutics found that curcumin caused significant gallbladder contraction in healthy volunteers, reducing the stasis that allows cholesterol to crystallise…

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School Holiday August 13, 2026: Where are schools and colleges closed? From Karnataka and Maharashtra to Uttarakhand, check the full list of states

School holiday August 13, 2026: As heavy rainfall is predicted across various Indian states, school closures are under review. While no nationwide holiday has been declared for August 13, 2026, local decisions are made based on regional weather conditions and safety. Students are advised to stay updated with communications from…

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Punjab drug war, jobs record under scanner as NAPA seeks white papers

The North American Punjabi Association has requested detailed reports from Punjab's Chief Minister. They seek verifiable data on the government's progress in combating drug abuse. The association also demands transparency regarding job creation for unemployed youth. NAPA wants specific figures on drug seizures and rehabilitation efforts. They also require year-wise…

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