Bargaining tactics? Why BJP's 'solo pitch' in Punjab may have message for Akalis

A five-storey building being used as a boys' paying guest accommodation collapsed in Delhi's Satya Niketan area on Sunday afternoon, killing one person and leaving several others feared trapped under the rubble, officials said. The incident took place at around 1.30 pm in the densely populated neighbourhood near Delhi University's South Campus, where student hostels, paying guest accommodations and eateries operate along narrow lanes.

Punjab's Safe Punjab Helpline has facilitated over 25,000 drug-related arrests since March 2025.Authorities seized substantial quantities of heroin, opium, and other narcotics during this period.The campaign also recovered significant amounts of suspected drug money and registered many commercial quantity cases.Police connected thousands of individuals struggling with addiction to de-addiction and treatment centers.This initiative effectively combines enforcement actions with citizen-generated i

Recent Nepal floods highlight Himalayan vulnerabilities and cascading disaster risks. China's Yarlung Tsangpo dam project faces scrutiny due to its geologically unstable location. The dam's operation could influence downstream river flows and water security for India. Chinese scientists have warned about the project's seismic and landslide risks in the region. India faces managing combined risks from infrastructure, climate change, and border proximity.

The Delhi High Court has imposed a fine of one lakh rupees on the Delhi Transport Corporation for its relentless pursuit of a thirty-two-year-old legal battle involving a bus conductor. The court criticized the drawn-out litigation as an abuse of the legal system. The conductor had been seeking seventeen months of unpaid wages following his dismissal, while the court dismissed DTC's challenge to a tribunal ruling.

According to a KPMG report, productivity is identified as the leading catalyst for growth within manufacturing. Firms that excel in boosting productivity tend to see notable increases in both profits and market valuation. For large manufacturers, meaningful productivity improvements require transformative approaches. Meanwhile, small factories are shown to have lower per-worker output. Leveraging digital solutions and cultivating a positive workplace culture will be essential for driving product

Yasir was gunned down on Friday during Operation Ashdar, launched after security forces received intelligence about the movement of a group of terrorists through the Pir Panjal mountains. Jammu and Kashmir Police identified the slain terrorist as Yasir and said he was affiliated with the banned Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT). The police also posted a message on X after the operation, saying, "You Can Run But You Can't Hide!"

Medical colleges have one month to update faculty registration numbers on the attendance system.Failure to comply will result in blocked daily attendance for specified teaching staff.The National Medical Commission issued this warning after finding blank registration fields.Colleges must review and update all medical faculty and resident profiles accurately.Non-medical faculty will have 'NA' entered in the registration number field.