Chandigarh

The Director of Higher Education approved the continuation of the MPEd course at PGGC Sector 11, contingent on faculty adherence. Admission was delayed due to website issues. The course, offering 40 seats, benefits students seeking coaching careers, especially given its affordability compared to private institutions. Students protested but ended the strike after the confirmation.

Flag lack of statutory safeguards like social and environmental impact assessment

Panchkula district proposes significant collector rate hikes across residential, industrial, and commercial properties, effective August 1. Residential rates may increase up to 50%, industrial by up to 50%, and commercial by up to 50%. Pinjore also faces rate increases. The changes aim to reflect market value and boost revenue.

Inspector Jashanpreet Singh is facing an FIR for allegedly assaulting chowkidar Baljeet Singh at the District Court Complex. The incident occurred during a hearing involving Bikram Singh Majithia. Singh reportedly pushed the chowkidar, snatched keys, and gave him fist blows after the chowkidar refused to open a gate without permission. The court ordered the FIR registration.

Schools in the city will observe a half-day on July 31st for Shaheed Udham Singh Martyrdom Day. Morning classes end at 11 am, followed by a one-hour assembly. Evening sessions will have classes until 3 pm, then a one-hour assembly. The assemblies will honor Udham Singh's sacrifice.

Chandigarh plans to expand solar power generation. Following rooftop installations on government buildings, they're studying cycle tracks for solar panel placement. They're also considering vacant land, campuses, and municipal buildings, aiming for 100% renewable energy by 2030.

The performance is under investigation after clash between students and outsiders leads to the death of Aditya Thakur

OC approval now allows developer to formally hand over possession to residents

The Human Rights Commission Punjab and Chandigarh has notified the MC Chief Engineer regarding lack of streetlights in Palsora colony. A hearing is set for September 19, 2025. The Commission seeks a report from the Chief Engineer a week prior.

Mahendra Chaudhary Zoological Park Chhatbir observed Global Tiger Day 2025. The theme was 'Harmonious Coexistence between Humans and Tigers.' Programs included an online session with Khalsa College for Women, Ludhiana, an awareness campaign, and an oath ceremony to educate people about tiger conservation.

The Chandigarh Pradesh Congress Committee's SC Department held a conference at Rajiv Gandhi Congress Bhawan. Led by Dharamveer, the event included participation from the SC community and featured speakers Rajinder Gautam and HS Lucky. Gautam discussed the SC movement's history.

Denies anticipatory bail in Rs 23.5-lakh visa fraud case

Raised the issue of the lack of a proper approach road

Of total 1,161 nursing positions, 383 remain vacant; recruitment underway, say officials

The portal aims to improve accessibility and transparency for EV beneficiaries in the city by providing a user-friendly digital platform

Anahad is among top 30 precision shooters (Under-18) at Junior Olympics in the US

In the U-11 age group, Kabir Ravish won the boys’ 100m breaststroke event

MC House extends facility of free use of centre for girl marriage to more categories

During an inspection, an MC team found that mixed waste was being improperly stacked on the police station premises, in clear defiance of the waste segregation norms

To come up between the PGIM and the Botanical Garden in Sarangpur

St Stephen’s win chess title

34 challans issued to violators for littering

Victim was a native of Amethi in Uttar Pradesh

Congress councillor Gabi raises the issue in House meeting

Last slum Shahpur on 12 acres to be cleared by Sept, 12 teams to report fresh encroachments