At 42.2°C, day temperature continues to bake Chandigarh, no signs of rain soon, yellow alert issued
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The peak demand on Friday was 454 MW
The CP67 and Elante malls were buzzing with children buying gifts
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Water supply pressure remains very low
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Seven of its students have grabbed a berth in the top 1000 AIR category
Samples of various other spices also taken
The Municipal Corporation (MC) enhanced its WhatsApp complaint system with a feedback feature. This upgrade addresses sanitation issues, especially open waste dumping. Citizens can report such problems and the use of banned plastic items. Municipal Commissioner Amit Kumar announced the initiative. (This summary is generated via AI.)
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The IPA Punjab branch's new executive council was approved. Bhupinder Singh Bhoop was elected president, and Anil Kumar, honorary secretary. Other officers include vice-president Preet M S Bedi, joint secretary Girdhari Lal Singal, and honorary treasurer Ranju Bansal. OP Katare will also be part of the council, along with five state executive council members and an advisory panel. (This summary is generated via AI.)
Mohali residents face six-to-eight-hour power cuts amid a heatwave, disrupting daily life. Zirakpur and Aerocity residents are especially affected, with some protesting and citing infrastructure issues. Officials blame peak demand and overloading. Former MLA NK Sharma criticized the power company and announced a protest. (This summary is generated via AI.)
A three-car collision near the SYL canal on the Chandigarh-Fatehgarh Sahib road resulted in two fatalities and four injuries. The deceased drivers were Lakhwinder Singh and Bhupinder Singh. The injured included Lakhwinder Singh's family and Abhishek Rai. The crash involved two head-on collisions and a rear-end impact. Police are investigating. (This summary is generated via AI.)
The Punjab School Education Board reported a fake recruitment notice circulating on Facebook. The notice, falsely attributed to the board, offered direct recruitment for positions with a monthly salary of Rs 47,600. The board clarified the notice was fraudulent and announced recruitment announcements exclusively through official channels. The public is urged to report any victimization to the cybercrime police. (This summary is generated via AI.)
A ceremony at the Chandigarh Press Club honored war heroes and their families. Attendees included PVC recipient Sub-Maj Sanjay Kumar, and the parents of Capt Vikram Batra (PVC, posthumous). Also present were families of Ashok Chakra and MVC awardees. Lt Gen Bhopinder Singh gave a keynote speech. Panel discussions covered military ethos and lessons for the corporate world. (This summary is generated via AI.)
On World Blood Donor Day, blood donation camps were held at GMCH-32 and AIMS Mohali. Over 100 people donated blood at GMCH-32, and 20 students donated at AIMS Mohali. Regular donors and organizations were honored. The theme was 'Give blood, give hope: together we save lives.' The goal is 100% voluntary blood donation. (This summary is generated via AI.)
Police arrested a liquor smuggler and two drug peddlers in separate incidents. Badali Ala Singh police seized 27 boxes of liquor and arrested Satish Kumar. Sirhind police recovered 1,000 intoxicant pills, arresting Dilbagh Singh. Chunni police found 600 pills, arresting Hasanpreet Singh. Cases were registered. (This summary is generated via AI.)
A 57-year-old biker died in Dera Bassi after being struck by an unknown vehicle. Separately, police in Mohali arrested Harish for running over Akhilesh (30) in a property dispute, resulting in the amputation of one of Akhilesh's legs. (This summary is generated via AI.)
The Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB) celebrated World Blood Donor Day with a blood donation drive and health check-up camp. Over 100 employees participated, receiving tests for blood sugar, blood pressure, and bone mineral density. Consultations with a general physician, dietician, and orthopaedician were also provided, emphasizing healthy living. (This summary is generated via AI.)
With no immediate relief in sight for rainfall, the weather department issued a yellow alert for warm nights at isolated places in Chandigarh, Punjab, and Haryana until Sunday
9 students offered Rs 16.42 LPA package
The ashram is home to over 160 individuals and families affected by leprosy
Police in Fatehgarh Sahib, led by SSP Subham Aggarwal, organized a langar. They served 'sharbat,' black chana, and 'parshad' to locals and passing vehicles. The initiative aimed to strengthen community bonds, particularly in hot weather. (This summary is generated via AI.)
A legal awareness camp for elderly residents was held at an old age home in Panchkula for World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. The Haryana State Legal Services Authority (HALSA) organized the event, informing residents about their legal rights and the NALSA (Legal Services to Senior Citizens) Scheme, 2016, including free legal aid. Helpline numbers were provided. (This summary is generated via AI.)
Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini inaugurated a state-level exhibition at the PWD Rest House themed 'Sankalp Se Siddhi.' The exhibition showcased developmental achievements across various sectors under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership over the past 11 years. The CM described it as a story of India's transformation, highlighting infrastructure, governance, digital innovation, and rural empowerment progress. (This summary is generated via AI.)
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Mohali Deputy Mayor Kuljit Singh Bedi met GMADA Chief Administrator Vishesh Sarangal and handed him a written letter
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