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Kurukshetra/Chandigarh:Prime Minister Narendra Modi, while addressing the 350th Shaheedi Diwas of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji in Kurukshetra, recounted the brutal atrocities committed by Mughal emperor Aurangzeb. PM Modi narrated how the Mughal regime forcibly pressured communities to convert to Islam, but Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji remained unshaken. PM Modi said, “We all know how the Mughals crossed all limits of cruelty—even with the brave Sahibzaade. They accepted being bricked alive but never abandoned their duty or faith. In their honour, India now observes Veer Bal Diwas every year on 26th December.” The Prime Minister highlighted that his government has consistently worked to restore and preserve Sikh heritage — from completing the Kartarpur Corridor, constructing the ropeway to Hemku...

Chandigarh: Marking the 350th martyrdom anniversary of Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji, the Punjab government led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has announced a major decision to prohibit the sale of meat, liquor, and all intoxicants in three prominent cities of the state. The government has officially declared Sri Anandpur Sahib, Talwandi Sabo, and the old walled city of Amritsar as ‘Holy Cities’, giving them special religious status. Complete Ban on Meat, Liquor and Tobacco According to the notification issued on Tuesday, the sale of alcohol, meat, tobacco, and all narcotic substances will be completely banned within these designated holy areas. Violation of the order will be treated as an offense, and strict legal action will be taken by the police. The state government said the decision...

Rohtak: In a heartbreaking incident, a 16-year-old national-level basketball player, Hardik, lost his life after a basketball pole collapsed on him during practice in Lakhna Majra village of Rohtak, Haryana. The shocking accident, captured on CCTV, has left the sports community and local residents devastated. Young Talent Lost to Negligence Hardik, a promising player who had already earned multiple medals at the national level, was practicing alone at the village playground around 10 AM on Tuesday. As part of his regular drill, he attempted a shot by hanging momentarily on the basketball hoop. Suddenly, the pole gave way and fell directly on him, causing severe head injuries. Nearby players from other sports, hearing Hardik’s screams, rushed to the court. They lifted the pole off ...

Faridabad: In a major development in the Delhi blast investigation, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) brought arrested Al-Falah University doctor Dr. Muzammil Ahmed Ganai from Delhi to Faridabad late at night. The team spent hours recreating the crime scenes, tracing the procurement of explosives, and collecting crucial evidence connected to the deadly attack. Four-Hour Midnight Operation The NIA team, accompanied by a 15-vehicle convoy and heavy police presence, took Muzammil to multiple locations across Faridabad and Sohna. Large crowds gathered as officers moved him through the identified spots where he allegedly bought, stored, and processed explosives. Investigators revealed that Muzammil had been in constant touch with a foreign handler who trained him in bomb-making t...

Faridabad: The investigation into the Delhi blast case has intensified, with the National Investigation Agency (NIA) making another crucial arrest from Faridabad. The detained individual, identified as Shoaib, is accused of providing shelter and logistical support to fidayeen attacker Dr. Umar, the mastermind behind the Red Fort car bomb explosion. Seventh Arrest in the Case According to the NIA, Shoaib is the seventh person to be arrested in connection with the deadly attack that took place on 10 November outside the Red Fort. The car bomb blast killed several people and left many others injured. Investigators have uncovered evidence suggesting that Shoaib not only offered refuge to Umar before the attack but also facilitated his movement and operational planning. NIA Tracking th...