Letters: Drainage, Bus Timings and the Library
Readers write in on drainage, bus timings and library hours.
India Edge Japan in Asia Cup Pool Match
India beat Japan 3-1 in an Asia Cup pool match, securing a strong position heading into the knockout stage.
MSME Loan Scheme Draws 2,000 Applications in First Month
Chandigarh, Aug 15 — A low-interest loan scheme for small enterprises has drawn more than 2,000 applications in its first month.
Officials said most applicants had not previously borrowed from a formal lender.
Monsoon Session to Open With Debate on Rural Spending
The monsoon session opens Monday with rural spending expected to dominate debate.
Two New Public Parks Open in South Delhi
Two public parks built on disused municipal plots opened in south Delhi this week.
Haryana Adds 400 Teaching Posts Across Rural Schools
Haryana will add 400 teaching posts across rural schools, with recruitment opening next month.
Punjab MSME Output Grows 6% on Textiles and Food Processing
Small and medium enterprises in Punjab recorded 6% output growth last quarter, the strongest showing in two years.
District Football League Opens With Eight Teams
The district football league opened this week with eight teams competing over two months.
Global Wheat Prices Ease After Bumper Harvests
Geneva, Aug 14 — Global wheat prices fell for a third consecutive month after major exporters reported stronger than expected harvests.
Analysts caution that elevated freight costs may limit how much of the decline reaches consumers.
Citizen Helpline Now Covers 430 Government Services
The citizen helpline now covers 430 government services, allowing residents to request certificates and pensions by phone.