Saturday, 13 June 2026
हाउस मीटिंग न बुलाने से चंडीगढ़ के विकास कार्य प्रभावित, मेयर जवाब दें: जसबीर सिंह बंटी
Friday, 12 June 2026
Stronger Enforcement, Stakeholder Collaboration Essential to Combat Counterfeiting & Smuggling: Special DGP, Punjab
Jalandhar, June 12, 2026:-Amardeep Singh Rai, Special Director General of Police, Punjab while addressing a session on capacity building programme for police officers on ‘Tackling Counterfeiting and Smuggling: Strategies for Effective Enforcement’ at Police Academy , Phillaur on Friday stressed that illicit trade has emerged as a complex challenge with far-reaching economic and social consequences.
The programme, which was organized by FICCI-CASCADE, brought together senior police officers, government officials, legal experts and industry representatives to deliberate on the growing threat posed by counterfeiting, smuggling and other forms of illicit trade.
Counterfeiting and smuggling not only undermine legitimate businesses and government revenues but also threaten consumer safety and fuel illegal networks, Rai said.
Tackling these challenges requires robust enforcement, continuous capacity building and coordinated action among government agencies, law enforcement authorities and industry stakeholders, he asserted.
During the occasion, Mohammed Tayyab, Secretary, Jails Department, Government of Punjab, highlighted the importance of institutional preparedness in addressing economic offences.
He said that as illicit trade networks become increasingly sophisticated, enforcement agencies must remain equipped with the knowledge, skills and tools required to effectively detect, investigate and prevent such crimes. Capacity-building initiatives play a vital role in strengthening this preparedness.
Ankurjeet Singh, Additional Secretary Home, Government of Punjab, said that counterfeiting and smuggling have evolved beyond conventional economic crimes and are increasingly linked to organised criminal activities.
He said that effective enforcement today requires a combination of intelligence-led policing, inter-agency cooperation and awareness of emerging trends in illicit trade. Strengthening the capabilities of frontline officers is critical to safeguarding the economy and protecting citizens from the harmful effects of counterfeit and smuggled goods.
Deep Chand, Advisor, FICCI CASCADE and Former Special Commissioner of Police, New Delhi, said that illicit trade continues to inflict significant losses on legitimate businesses while creating serious challenges for law enforcement agencies.
He added that counterfeiting and smuggling distort fair market competition, deprive governments of revenue and expose consumers to unsafe products. Through sustained engagement with enforcement agencies and policymakers, FICCI CASCADE is committed to strengthening awareness and building institutional capacity to address these challenges effectively.
Ashish Paul, Vice President – Corporate Affairs, ITC Ltd. while underscoring the importance of partnerships in combating illicit trade said that the meaningful progress requires close cooperation between industry, law enforcement agencies and government institutions.
FICCI CASCADE has been working closely with government bodies, enforcement agencies, industry stakeholders and civil society to raise awareness about the adverse impact of illicit trade and strengthen enforcement capabilities across the country.
Government College of Yoga Education and Health Hosts ‘Yogsangam 2026’ Countdown Programme
Thursday, 11 June 2026
यश राज फिल्म्स ने 'अल्फा' के टीज़र में आलिया भट्ट द्वारा निभाए गए एक असैसिन की ओरिजिन स्टोरी से उठाया पर्दा: फिल्म 3 जुलाई को दुनियाभर के सिनेमाघरों में होगी रिलीज़
Complex total Laparoscopic Hysterectomy Performed at Livasa Hospital Khanna
Khanna, June 11, 2026:-A patient with an exceptionally large uterus equivalent to a 22–24 week pregnancy underwent a successful complex total laparoscopic hysterectomy (TLH) at Livasa Hospital Khanna recently.
Dr. Manju Verma, consultant obstetrician & gynecologist, Livasa Hospital Khanna, who performed the procedure said that the patient was suffering from severe menstrual bleeding, persistent pelvic pain, and a significantly enlarged uterus, which was adversely impacting her quality of life.
Given the size of the uterus and the complexity involved, the case posed significant surgical challenges, informed Dr. Verma.
The entire procedure was completed laparoscopically, avoiding the need for a large abdominal incision, she said.
Dr. Verma further said that large uterine fibroids can significantly affect a woman's health and daily life. Traditionally, patients with such large uteri often required open surgery and prolonged recovery. With advancements in minimally invasive gynecological surgery, many complex cases can now be managed laparoscopically, allowing patients to experience less pain, faster recovery, reduced blood loss, and earlier return to normal activities.
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Woman with Advanced Breast Cancer, Severe Cardiac Condition Gets a New Lease of Life at Livasa Hospital Amritsar
Amritsar, June 11, 2026:- A 59-year-old woman, diagnosed with advanced breast cancer with lung metastasis and critically reduced cardiac function got a new lease of life after a successful treatment at Livasa Hospital, Amritsar.
The woman was presented with a lump in her left breast. Detailed evaluation confirmed HER2-positive, hormone receptor-negative breast cancer that had already spread to the lungs. She had a prior history of coronary artery disease and coronary stenting.
The case posed a major therapeutic challenge as her left ventricular ejection fraction was only 18%, significantly increasing the risk associated with standard anti-HER2 targeted therapies, which are known to potentially worsen cardiac function.
After extensive multidisciplinary discussions involving oncology, cardiology, imaging specialists, and critical care teams, the experts at Livasa Hospital Amritsar devised a carefully individualized treatment strategy under the supervision of medical oncology consultant, Dr. Amritjot Singh Randhawa.
Dr. Randhawa said that considering the patient’s fragile cardiac condition, we opted for nanoparticle paclitaxel chemotherapy along with intensive cardiac monitoring and optimized supportive care.
The patient successfully completed four cycles of chemotherapy and demonstrated an outstanding response. Follow-up PET-CT evaluation revealed a complete metabolic response with no evidence of active disease. Importantly, she tolerated the treatment extremely well without any major complications despite her significant cardiac comorbidity.
Special Awareness Drive for Environmental Protection and Greenery Organized at GJIMT
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Mohali, June 11, 2026:-A special series of environmental conservation and awareness activities was organized at the campus of Gian Jyoti Institute of Management and Technology (GJIMT), Phase 2, to connect students with nature and make them realize their responsibility toward the environment. This commendable initiative was undertaken by the NCC cadets of GJIMT in collaboration with the institute’s 'Eco Club' to promote sustainable living practices.
Under this campaign, a special awareness seminar was conducted, which focused on daily responsibilities, ecological balance, and the conservation of natural resources. Students were sensitized about the crucial role of plants in human life and the importance of keeping the Earth green for future generations.
During the seminar, students were provided practical insights into proper plant care, including timely watering, soil management, adequate sunlight exposure, and the use of organic fertilizers. Simultaneously, to make the campus and its surroundings healthier, special emphasis was laid on reducing plastic use, adopting biodegradable alternatives, and maintaining cleanliness.
A guided tour of the institute’s lush green campus was also organized for the students. During the tour, they were introduced to various plant species and encouraged to maintain the greenery and cleanliness of the campus.
Addressing the students on the occasion, Dr. Aneet Bedi, Director of GJIMT, said that Protecting nature is our collective responsibility. Through such activities, our endeavor is to instill environmental sensitivity and the values of a green future in the minds of students, so that they can bring about a positive change in society.
Chitkara University Launches Digital Campus on Google Cloud 4.0, Emerges as One of India's Early Agentic AI Universities
The initiative marks a significant step in the University's vision to integrate Artificial Intelligence across teaching, learning, research, innovation and campus operations, creating a future-ready ecosystem that prepares students to thrive in an increasingly AI-driven world.
As part of the collaboration, more than 10,000 students and faculty members will gain access to Google for Education Plus and Gemini Enterprise, enabling AI-powered learning, productivity, collaboration and research capabilities across disciplines including Engineering, Computer Science, Business, Law, Design, Health Sciences, Media Studies and Liberal Arts.
The Digital Campus on Google Cloud 4.0 initiative will provide learners and educators with access to advanced Agentic AI training, hands-on cloud laboratories, self-paced learning pathways, faculty-led development programmes, global certification opportunities, industry-recognised credentials, hackathons and collaborative learning experiences designed to align with emerging workforce requirements.
The collaboration also opens pathways for specialised certification programmes and industry-integrated learning experiences, ensuring students graduate with both academic knowledge and practical expertise in next-generation technologies.
The milestone was commemorated with Dr. Madhu Chitkara, President and Co-Founder of Chitkara University, receiving a plaque from Vaibhav Srivastava, India Head – EdTechs & Education, Google Cloud, recognising the University's commitment to advancing AI-powered education and digital transformation.
The launch comes at a time when India is witnessing one of the most significant educational transformations globally. With more than 250 million students, over 1,100 universities and a rapidly expanding digital economy, the country is redefining how education prepares learners for the future. As Artificial Intelligence reshapes industries and workplaces, universities are increasingly expected to move beyond traditional models and equip students with the skills needed to navigate a technology-enabled world.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Madhu Chitkara, President and Co-Founder, Chitkara University, said that Artificial Intelligence is transforming every sector of the global economy and higher education must evolve at the same pace. At Chitkara University, we believe the future belongs to learners who can effectively collaborate with intelligent technologies to solve complex challenges and create meaningful impact. Our partnership with Google Cloud enables us to embed AI deeply into the academic experience, empowering students and faculty with access to world-class tools, industry-aligned learning opportunities and globally recognised certifications. This is not simply a technology deployment; it is a step towards reimagining how universities prepare future leaders, innovators and entrepreneurs.
With Digital Campus on Google Cloud 4.0, Chitkara University aims to create an environment where human creativity is amplified by intelligent systems, learning becomes increasingly personalised and experiential and innovation is driven by the seamless integration of technology and education.
As the next generation of digital talent emerges, Chitkara University continues to strengthen its position at the forefront of educational innovation—building an AI-first campus designed for the opportunities and challenges of the future..
बच्चों को नैतिक शिक्षा के साथ साथ ब्रह्मज्ञान की जानकारी भी जरूरी
Wednesday, 10 June 2026
पंजाब के सोलर वेंडर्स मेक इन इंडिया के पक्ष में हैं, परन्तु सरकार कुछ मोहलत दे: सोलर एनर्जी वेंडर्स एसोसिएशन
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Chandigarh, June 10, 2026:-सोलर एनर्जी वेंडर्स एसोसिएशन (सेवा), पंजाब ने केंद्र सरकार और नवीन एवं नवीकरणीय ऊर्जा मंत्रालय (एमएनआरई) से एप्रूव्ड लिस्ट ऑफ़ मॉडल्स एंड मैन्युफैक्चरर्स (एएलएमएम)-2 के तहत डीसीआर (डोमेस्टिक कंटेंट रिक्वायरमेंट) सोलर पैनलों की अनिवार्यता को तत्काल प्रभाव से लागू करने के फैसले पर पुनर्विचार करने तथा इसके क्रियान्वयन को आगे बढ़ाने की मांग की है।
एसोसिएशन पंजाब ने केंद्र सरकार द्वारा लागू की गई एएलएमएम इंप्लीमेंटेशन और डीसीआर (डोमेस्टिक कंटेंट रिक्वायरमेंट) पैनल पॉलिसी की अनिवार्यता को लेकर आज चंडीगढ़ प्रेस क्लब में प्रैस कांफ्रेंस की। एसोसिएशन के पदाधिकारियों खुशविंदर सिंह बराड़ व गुरिंदर सिंह बराड़ ने कहा कि केंद्र सरकार का देश में सोलर सेल्स और पैनल निर्माण को बढ़ावा देने का फैसला सही हो सकता है, लेकिन जमीनी हकीकत को समझे बिना इसे तुरंत अनिवार्य करने से पूरा सोलर सेक्टर संकट में आ गया है। प्रेस वार्ता के दौरान सेवा के अध्यक्ष सुखपाल सिंह व अन्य पदाधिकारी अमित खुराना, संग्राम सिंह, बलविंदर सिंह विर्क, गुरिंदर लोहारा व सक्षम वर्मा आदि ने कहा डीएसआर नियम और एएलएमएम-2 लिस्ट-ई के अनिवार्य होने से देश सहित पंजाब के सोलर उद्योग और उपभोक्ताओं पर गहरा असर पड़ रहा है। इन सख्त नियमों के कारण सोलर प्रोजेक्ट्स की लागत, बाजार में उपकरणों की उपलब्धता और आम लोगों की जेब पर बड़ा असर पड़ेगा। पहले एक साधारण 3 केडब्ल्यू का नॉन-डीसीआर सिस्टम करीब 1.5 लाख रु. में लग जाता था। लेकिन अब पूरी तरह से अल्मम डीएसआर और लिस्ट-ई अनुपालन वाला 3 केडब्ल्यू का सिस्टम करीब 1.8 लाख से 2.1 लाख रु. के बीच बैठ रहा है।
उन्होंने कहा डीएसआर नियम और अल्मम लिस्ट-ई के
एसोसिएशन का कहना है कि घरेलू विनिर्माण को बढ़ावा देने और भारत को नवीकरणीय ऊर्जा के क्षेत्र में आत्मनिर्भर बनाने के उद्देश्य का वह समर्थन करती है, लेकिन मौजूदा परिस्थितियों में इस नीति के लागू होने से सौर उद्योग गंभीर संकट का सामना कर रहा है।
प्रेस वार्ता के दौरान एसोसिएशन के पदाधिकारियों ने कहा कि डीसीआर और एनडीसीआर पैनलों के बीच मूल्य अंतर वर्तमान में 10,000 से 14,000 रुपये प्रति किलोवाट तक पहुंच चुका है, जबकि वर्ष 2020 में यह अंतर मात्र 2,000 रुपये प्रति किलोवाट था। इससे सौर परियोजनाओं की लागत में अचानक भारी वृद्धि हुई है और उपभोक्ताओं के लिए सोलर सिस्टम लगवाना महंगा हो गया है।
एक आम घर के लिए 3 केडब्ल्यू का सिस्टम अब करीब 30,000 रु. तक महंगा हो गया है, जिससे आम जनता पर अतिरिक्त वित्तीय बोझ पड़ रहा है।
उन्होंने कहा हालांकि सरकार भारी सब्सिडी दे रही है, लेकिन उपभोक्ता को यह सब्सिडी तभी मिलेगी जब वह पूरी तरह एएलएमएम-2 लिस्ट-ई प्रमाणित महंगे भारतीय पैनल लगवाएगा। वहीं फैक्ट्रियों, मॉल, अस्पतालों लगने वाले कैप्टिव और बड़े उद्योगों की छतों पर नेट-मीटरिंग प्रोजेक्ट्स पर इसका सबसे ज्यादा प्रभाव पड़ेगा।
एसोसिएशन के अनुसार हजारों सौर परियोजनाएं एनडीसीआर पैनलों की कीमतों के आधार पर स्वीकृत और योजनाबद्ध की गई थीं। अब बढ़ी हुई लागत के कारण सौर विक्रेताओं को इन परियोजनाओं को पूरा करने में वित्तीय और परिचालन संबंधी कठिनाइयों का सामना करना पड़ रहा है। वहीं कई उपभोक्ता नई परियोजनाओं को स्थगित या रद्द कर रहे हैं।
पदाधिकारियों ने यह भी कहा कि बाजार में डीसीआर पैनलों की पर्याप्त उपलब्धता नहीं है, जिसके कारण परियोजनाओं में देरी हो रही है। उनका आरोप है कि वर्तमान स्थिति का लाभ केवल कुछ बड़े घरेलू निर्माताओं को मिल सकता है, जबकि प्रतिस्पर्धा की कमी से कीमतों में और वृद्धि होने की आशंका है।
एसोसिएशन ने चेतावनी दी कि यदि परियोजनाओं की लागत लगातार बढ़ती रही और पैनलों की आपूर्ति में कमी बनी रही तो इससे आवासीय, वाणिज्यिक और औद्योगिक क्षेत्रों में सौर ऊर्जा को अपनाने की रफ्तार धीमी पड़ सकती है, जिससे भारत के नवीकरणीय ऊर्जा लक्ष्यों पर भी असर पड़ सकता है।
एसोसिएशन ने केंद्र सरकार और एमएनआरई से देशभर में डीसीआर पैनलों की पर्याप्त उपलब्धता सुनिश्चित करने, कीमतों को नियंत्रित करने, पारदर्शी मूल्य निर्धारण प्रणाली लागू करने तथा सभी श्रेणियों की सौर परियोजनाओं के लिए वित्तीय सहायता और सब्सिडी उपलब्ध कराने की मांग की। इसके अलावा नीति लागू होने से पहले स्वीकृत परियोजनाओं के लिए पर्याप्त संक्रमण अवधि देने का भी आग्रह किया गया।
प्रेस वार्ता के दौरान पंजाब से जुड़ी समस्याओं को भी उठाया गया। एसोसिएशन ने कहा कि पंजाब स्टेट पावर कॉरपोरेशन लिमिटेड (पीएसपीसीएल) द्वारा हाल ही में लागू किए गए नए सॉफ्टवेयर के कारण राज्य में सौर परियोजनाओं की स्वीकृतियों, व्यवहार्यता रिपोर्ट, कार्य पूर्णता प्रमाणन, मीटर स्थापना, लोड वृद्धि और उपभोक्ताओं के नाम परिवर्तन जैसी प्रक्रियाओं में देरी हो रही है। इसके अलावा बिजली वितरण कंपनियों में ऊर्जा मीटरों की कमी भी परियोजनाओं को प्रभावित कर रही है।
एसोसिएशन ने केंद्र और संबंधित विभागों से उद्योग प्रतिनिधियों के साथ संवाद स्थापित कर समस्याओं का शीघ्र समाधान करने की अपील की है ताकि उपभोक्ताओं के हितों की रक्षा, घरेलू विनिर्माण को प्रोत्साहन और भारत के नवीकरणीय ऊर्जा मिशन की गति बरकरार रखी जा सके।