SC faults UP Gangsters Act, says it is prone to misuse

In 1974, German biologist Roland Lorkowsky introduced the Wels catfish to Spain’s Ebro River, where they’ve since become a top predator, threatening native wildlife. Their large size and aggressive feeding present significant hurdles for conservationists trying to maintain balance. Worsening climate change conditions could facilitate their further invasion into European waters, leading experts to deem…

Punjab National Bank is set to secure a substantial one billion dollars through a five-year loan arrangement. This initiative is being coordinated with international financiers to enhance participation. The loan will be eligible for the Reserve Bank of India’s special swap facility. Indian banks are eager to tap into dollar funds to capitalize on overseas…

Punjab Police apprehended nine individuals, including four juveniles, in two ISI-backed terror modules. Authorities recovered illegal firearms, petrol bombs, and a stolen motorcycle from the arrested suspects. The accused were reportedly recruiting local youth for terror activities and conducting surveillance. These individuals acted at the behest of handlers from the Inter-Services Intelligence agency. The police…