Wicket-keeper-batsman Parthiv Patel, 35, on Wednesday announced his retirement from all forms of cricket. “Today, I announce my retirement from all forms of cricket, and as I bring down the curtains on my 18-year-long career, I feel heavier with gratitude towards many. The BCCI showed a generous amount of confidence and faith in a 17-year-old […]
In the backdrop of a long-running conflict over Mount Everest‘s height, Nepal and China jointly announced the revised height of the world’s highest peak as 8,848.86 metres— 86 cm higher than what was recognised since 1954. The decision to re-measure the peak was taken by the government of Nepal, as prominent geologists were of the […]
Mahendra Chaudhary Zoological Park, also known as Chhatbir Zoo, which remained closed since March 17 due to the Covid lockdown, is all set to reopen for public from December 10. Link for booking online tickets is available: chhatbirzoo.gov.in Officials said the Chhatbir Zoo would reopen with strict guidelines and only online booking and cashless payments […]
Odia short film ‘Mask’ directed by senior officer of the Odisha Administrative Service (OAS) Sweta Kumar Dash won the International People’s Choice Award at the Quarantine Image Film Festival-2020 in Argentina. Among 3,000 entries, the jury members adjudged ‘Mask’ as the best awareness film on COVID-19. The 7-minute film revolves around the struggle of a […]
Researchers of University of Illinois Grainger College of Engineering claim to have developed an ultrasensitive test using a paper-based electrochemical sensor which is capable of detecting presence of Covid-19 in five minutes. The Researchers team was led by professor Dipanjan Pan. The new study shows the possibility of detecting Covid-19 through a rapid method with […]
To spread the cheer and warmth of the festive season, Hotel Park Plaza, Zirakpur, organised a traditional cake mixing ceremony. The event took place by the poolside on the second floor. Anmol Luthra, general manager of the hotel Park Plaza, said, “Our hotel is ready to welcome the Christmas season and associated festivities. All Standard […]
Naujawan Kisan Ekta Chandigarh-Mohali-Panchkula conducted a protest rally against the three Farm Bills from Gurdwara Sri Guru Teg Bahadur, Sector 34. Many people participated in the protest and were carrying banners with them. They appealed to the people to come forward and support the farmers who are the backbone of this country. The peaceful rally […]
· Official Twenty20 Tournament of Punjab Cricket Association (PCA) starts 18th Dec -27th Dec 2020 Ludhiana 8th Dec 2020: Cricket players in Punjab have good news to hear. The Ludhiana District Cricket Association (LDCA) has decided to organise a prize money league-cum-knock out Invitational Twenty20 tournament, being organised jointly by Ludhiana District Cricket Association (LDCA), an affiliate of Punjab Cricket […]
Punjab School Education Board (PSEB) has changed the schedule of supplementary examination of board classes to be held from December 8 due to the Bharat Bandh. However, date of only one paper has been changed. Now, the paper which was to be held on December 8 will be held on December 12. The exams will […]
Bollywood actress Kriti Sanon has reportedly tested Covid- 19 positive. However, the actress is yet to confirm or deny this update. Kriti Sanon was in Chandigarh shooting with Rajkummar Rao for an upcoming film till last week. Celebrity photographer Viral Bhayani also shared a photo of the actress on his verified Instagram account with “Covid […]