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  • Trump blames Biden’s immigration policy after Indian-origin motel manager killed in Dallas

    Trump blames Biden’s immigration policy after Indian-origin motel manager killed in Dallas

    Washington: US president Donald Trump has condemned President Joe Biden’s immigration policy following the killing of an Indian-origin motel manager in Dallas, Texas.

    Chandramouli “Bob” Nagamalaiah, 50, a native of Karnataka, was stabbed to death on September 10 at the Downtown Suites Motel, where he lived and worked with his family. The attack, carried out in front of his wife and 18-year-old son, has left the Indian-American community in shock.

    Police have charged Yordanis Cobos Martinez, 37, an undocumented Cuban immigrant with a criminal record, with first-degree murder. US immigration officials confirmed that Martinez had previously been detained but was released in January 2025 after Cuba refused to accept his extradition.

    In a post on Truth Social, Trump described the accused as an “illegal alien” who should have been expelled from the country, blaming Biden’s “soft” immigration policies. “The soft spot on these illegal immigrants is over,” Trump wrote.

    Nagamalaiah’s funeral was held on September 13 in Flower Mound, Texas, with family and close friends in attendance. A fundraiser to support his family has raised more than $321,000 so far.

    The killing has reignited debate over immigration enforcement and the challenges faced by US authorities in deporting foreign nationals when their countries of origin refuse to take them back.

  • Man arrested for raping Sikh woman in UK’s Oldbury

    Man arrested for raping Sikh woman in UK’s Oldbury

    Birmingham: British police have arrested a man in connection with the alleged rape of a Sikh woman in Oldbury. The woman, believed to be in her 20s, was reportedly raped by two white men in the Tame Road area on September 9.

    West Midlands Police said a man in his 30s was arrested on Sunday evening on suspicion of rape and is currently in custody. The force confirmed it was first alerted to the incident on Tuesday morning and added that those involved in the crime have been detained.

    Sandwell Police Chief Superintendent Kim Madill called the arrest an “important step forward” in the investigation. He thanked the local community for its support and urged people not to speculate while inquiries continue.

    On Sunday, members of the Sikh community held a peaceful protest outside the Guru Nanak Gurdwara in Smethwick. Dozens gathered to pray for the victim before marching to the site of the alleged attack. Local councillor Parbinder Kaur also attended, telling Sky News she joined the event “as a woman, a mother and a grandmother.”

  • Indian-origin motel manager beheaded in Texas after dispute over washing machine

    Indian-origin motel manager beheaded in Texas after dispute over washing machine

    Dallas, A 50-year-old Indian-origin motel manager was brutally killed in front of his wife and son in Dallas, Texas, following a dispute with a co-worker over a washing machine.

    The victim, Chandramouli “Bob” Nagamalaiah, a native of Karnataka, was attacked on Thursday morning at the Suites Motel in downtown Dallas. Police have arrested 37-year-old Yordanis Cobos-Martinez, who has a prior criminal record, and charged him with murder.

    According to the Dallas Police Department, the altercation began when Nagamalaiah asked someone else to translate his instructions instead of speaking directly to Cobos-Martinez. This reportedly enraged the suspect.

    CCTV footage shows Cobos-Martinez carrying a knife and attacking Nagamalaiah. The victim tried to escape to the motel office, where his wife and 18-year-old son were present, but the suspect chased him and continued the assault despite their attempts to stop him.

    Police said investigations are underway, and the accused is currently in custody.

  • Government Bikram College of Commerce, Patiala Shines Again in NIRF 2025 Rankings

    Government Bikram College of Commerce, Patiala Shines Again in NIRF 2025 Rankings

    Punjab E News: Government Bikram College of Commerce, Patiala has once again brought laurels to the state by securing a place in the NIRF 2025 Rankings for the second consecutive year. This remarkable achievement makes it the only Government College in Punjab to feature in this prestigious category, under the able guidance of Principal Prof. (Dr.) Kusum Lata.

    This recognition reflects the tireless dedication of the faculty, staff, and students, along with the continuous support of the Directorate.

    The National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF), initiated by the Ministry of Education, Government of India in 2015, evaluates higher educational institutions across the country based on standardized parameters including Teaching, Learning and Resources; Research and Professional Practices; Graduation Outcomes; Outreach and Inclusivity; and Perception.

    Continuing this upward journey for the second consecutive year, the college has reinforced its commitment to academic excellence, holistic development and quality education in higher learning.

  • EDUCATION MINISTER ANNOUNCES REOPENING OF ALL EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS

    EDUCATION MINISTER ANNOUNCES REOPENING OF ALL EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS

    GOVT SCHOOLS TO OPEN ON MONDAY BUT CLASSES TO RESUME FROM TUESDAY

    Punjab E News (September 7): As the life gradually returns to normalcy after the recent devastating floods and heavy rains in the state, Punjab Education Minister S. Harjot Singh Bains today announced the reopening of all the educational institutions including schools, colleges, universities, polytechnic institutes and ITIs from September 8, while, authorising Deputy Commissioners to decide on closure of such institutions in the areas which are severely affected.

    Elaborating on the reopening plan, S. Harjot Singh Bains informed that private schools can reopen on September 8 for both teachers and students, contingent on ensuring building and classroom safety by the School Management. Government schools, however, will have a different schedule: teachers and staff will report on September 8 for inspections, cleaning and damage assessment, while students will resume classes from September 9. He directed the school heads to ensure the cleaning of government school premises with the help of SMCs, panchayats, MCs and immediately report to the Deputy Commissioner, SDM or Engineering department if they find any damage to the building or classroom to ensure the safety of students and staff.

    He further added that colleges, universities, ITIs and polytechnic institutes will resume regular operations for both teachers and students from September 8.

    Emphasising on the safety of students and staff, the Education Minister S. Harjot Singh Bains directed the administration to take necessary measures to ensure educational institutions are functional and safe. School heads and management committees have been tasked with ensuring water drainage and thorough cleaning of premises.

  • NATIONAL AWARDEE TEACHERS DONATE ₹1.25 LAKH FOR FLOOD RELIEF TO MARK TEACHER’S DAY

    NATIONAL AWARDEE TEACHERS DONATE ₹1.25 LAKH FOR FLOOD RELIEF TO MARK TEACHER’S DAY

    Cheque handed over to EM Harjot Singh Bains for Chief Minister Flood Relief Fund*

    Punjab E News (September 7): In a heartwarming display of solidarity, the National Awardee Teachers’ Association (NATA) Punjab has come forward to support the state government’s flood relief efforts, presenting a cheque of Rs 1.25 lakh to Punjab Education Minister S. Harjot Singh Bains.

    A delegation of National Awardee Teachers, led by NATA President Dr. Balram Sharma, called on S. Harjot Singh Bains to make contribution to Punjab Chief Minister Flood Relief Fund to mark Teachers’ Day, while assuring full support to the state government in this challenging situation.

    S. Harjot Singh Bains lauded the National Awardee Teachers, while stating “they are the pride of the Education Department”. He commended their initiative and efforts in extending support to the flood-affected people and their willingness to make a positive impact in the community.

    Dr. Balram Sharma, Amarjit Singh Chahal and other members of NATA also assured the Education Minister that NATA Punjab will continue its support to mitigate the academic losses of students in flood-affected areas, underscoring their commitment to education during the crisis. The delegation credited S. Harjot Singh Bains for inspiring their initiative, who has been at the forefront of overseeing rescue and relief operations in the flood-affected areas of Rupnagar district.

  • Punjab schools, colleges and universities to reopen from tomorrow: Harjot Bains

    Punjab schools, colleges and universities to reopen from tomorrow: Harjot Bains

    Chandigarh: Punjab Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains said that all government, private and aided schools, colleges and universities in the state will reopen as usual from tomorrow. However, in case any institution has been affected by floods, the decision to keep it closed will be taken by the respective district deputy commissioner.

    Bains said that private school managements must ensure that their buildings and classrooms are completely safe for students and teachers.

    He announced that all government schools will remain closed for students on September 8. Teachers, however, will be present on duty to carry out cleaning activities with the help of School Management Committees (SMCs), panchayats, municipal councils and corporations.

    Teachers have also been directed to thoroughly inspect school buildings. Any issue or damage found should be immediately reported to the deputy commissioner and the engineering department.

    The minister added that from September 9, all government schools will resume normal functioning.

  • Punjab woman in UK jailed after agents misused her documents to send 14 youths abroad

    Punjab woman in UK jailed after agents misused her documents to send 14 youths abroad

    London: An Indian woman living in England was jailed after her documents were allegedly misused by an agent couple to send at least 14 youths abroad in the name of her husband.

    The case came to light after her husband, Bhinder Singh, a resident of Rajpura in Patiala district, shared the details with the media.

    According to Singh, his wife had been living in England on a work permit and in 2022, had sent sponsorship to invite him and their son there. He then contacted agent Prashant Kapoor, whom he already knew, to process his file.

    Singh said he handed over all documents and paid the required fees, but his visa was rejected on grounds of concealing information about a previous overstay in the UK.

    When Singh questioned the agent couple, they allegedly began to avoid him. In November 2023, his wife was suddenly arrested by the UK Immigration Department, which informed her that around 13–14 people had entered England using her documents as if they were her husband.

    The misuse of sponsorship papers led to her arrest and imprisonment, Singh said. Authorities are now investigating the role of the agent couple in the fraud.

  • ABVP wins Panjab University student body election after 48 years

    ABVP wins Panjab University student body election after 48 years

    Chandigarh: The Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP), the student wing of the BJP, has created history by winning the Panjab University Campus Students’ Council (PUCSC) presidential election for the first time in 48 years.

    Gaurav Veer Sohal, a researcher at the University Institute of Legal Studies (UILS), secured 3,147 votes and defeated his nearest rival Sumit Sharma of the Students’ Front and Alliance by 514 votes. Sharma polled 2,631 votes.

    Sohal contested the elections in alliance with INSO and HRSC. While the alliance bagged the top post, it fell behind in other key positions including vice-president, secretary and joint secretary.

    After the win, Sohal said, “I am happy that the hard work of my team has paid off. Many questions were raised on ABVP’s proximity to the university authorities but I declare clearly and loudly that we will fight for the rights of the students no matter who we are associated with.”

    Last year, the ABVP presidential candidate had finished third. The BJP-backed group entered the council after 12 years by winning the joint secretary’s post without an alliance.

    In 2013, ABVP had won the vice-president’s post in alliance with Punjab University Students’ Union (PUSU) and INSO, while in 2010 it secured the secretary’s post in alliance with Student Organisation of Punjab University (SOPU).

  • Returning from Ganesh Visarjan, Two students from Telangana killed in road accident in UK

    Returning from Ganesh Visarjan, Two students from Telangana killed in road accident in UK

    London: Two students from Telangana were killed and five others were seriously injured after two cars collided in Essex, south-east England, on Monday morning.

    Police said 23-year-old Chaitanya Tarre died on the spot, while 21-year-old Rishi Teja Rapolu succumbed to his injuries at a hospital. The accident occurred at Raleigh Sapur Chowk.

    According to Essex Police, two east London youths, aged 23 and 24, who were driving the cars, were arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving. Both were later released on bail until November 20. An investigation into the accident is underway.

    “Sadly, one person died on the spot, while the other succumbed to his injuries in hospital. Five others were taken to hospital with serious injuries,” Essex Police said in a statement, adding that specialist officers are supporting the families.

    The force has appealed to the public for information, including CCTV or dashcam footage, related to the incident on the A130, a major dual-carriageway road.

    The National Indian Students and Alumni Union (NISAU) UK expressed deep sorrow over the tragedy. In a statement, it said: “We are deeply saddened by the tragic road accident in Essex, UK, in which nine students from the Telugu community were involved. The accident has claimed the precious lives of two young students, Chaitanya Tarre and Rishi Teja Rapolu. Our heartfelt condolences during this very difficult time. Several other students are in hospital and under immediate medical care, and we hope for their speedy recovery.”

    NISAU added that it is working closely with the Telangana community and consular authorities to provide assistance to the affected students. Reports suggest the victims were returning from a Ganesh Visarjan ceremony when the crash took place.