Finds no role in stone-pelting incident
Finds no role in stone-pelting incident
Her bag, two mobile phones and the weapon used were recovered from the crime scene; police officials are reviewing CCTV footage to trace her movements
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The RWA argued that the civic body is legally bound by judicial directions and could not disturb the protected green belt to facilitate the convenience of bungalow occupants at the expense of the city’s heritage landscape
Mayor asks officials to bring an agenda with full details in the next House meeting
Say Rs 462-cr project will reshape gateway to Tricity; work nears completion
1st All-India Senior Men’s Hockey Tournament
In the rape and murder of Dr. Yashika, the court convicted the accused based on scientific evidence. Key witness Dr. Sunita, a CFSL scientist, linked a 2010 DNA sample to Monu through a 2022 case. Monu was identified after being absconded for 14 years.
Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy Elite Group is being played at the Eden Gardens, Kolkata
National Crafts Mela brings together over 400 craftsmen, folk artistes from 22 states
Khelo India University Games are being organised in Jaipur
Had raped and murdered an MBA student in 2010
Students back to classes as VC gives written assurance on morcha demands
The Punjab and Haryana High Court blocked Chandigarh's plan to fill postgraduate medical seats based on candidates' schooling within the UT. The court cited previous invalid policies and deemed the current criteria, focused on Classes 10-12 schooling, impermissible. Instead, 50% of the seats will be filled by institutional preference, aligning with national practices. The UT is allowed to revisit the policy.
Panchkula Police seized a tipper and a truck, both transporting illegal mining material in separate incidents. Acting on information, police teams impounded the vehicles and informed the Mining Department for legal action. The police reaffirmed their commitment to stopping illegal mining.
Contractual employees of Punjab Roadways, Punbus, and PRTC went on strike, disrupting bus services at ISBT-43. Passengers faced significant inconvenience, especially those traveling to Punjab, and were forced to find alternative transportation, like private buses or taxis. Commuters and those with appointments were significantly impacted.
Panchkula police arrested Mohit, a Sector 20 resident, in Sector 14 and seized 52 grams of heroin (worth Rs 2 lakh). He was charged under the NDPS Act and remanded in police custody for three days to investigate the heroin's source and potential network.
Deputy Commissioner Satpal Sharma inaugurated a help desk for the paperless registry system at Panchkula's tehsil office. The desk, in room 108, provides registry information and aims to resolve issues, ensuring a smooth process for citizens. It operates weekdays, 9 AM to 5 PM.
Haryana officials are working to resolve citizen grievances efficiently. Additional Chief Secretary G. Anupama reviewed complaints from Samadhan Shivirs, emphasizing quick resolution. District Deputy Commissioners were instructed to address issues within deadlines. DC Satpal Sharma also oversaw pending complaints from various platforms for prompt disposal.
Rules out privatisation of facility; seeks 25 acres from Punjab
The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and Punjab Bureau of Investment Promotion (PBIP) held the 8th manufacturing conference in Chandigarh. This event aims to boost the manufacturing sector. It featured a B2B exhibition with 23 companies showcasing their products.
Hitesh Palta died in a two-truck collision on GT Road in Sirhind. According to driver Lakhbir Singh, an unknown truck driver suddenly braked, causing the accident. Police have filed a case against the unknown driver and released the body to the family.
Professor Vishali Gupta of PGIMER is the first India-based clinician-scientist to win the International Uveitis Study Group's prestigious gold medal. The award, given every four years, recognizes exceptional contributions to uveitis research. Gupta will receive the medal and lecture in Germany in 2026.
Orders all India quota, institutional preference
Union Ministers Ashwini Vaishnaw and Ravneet Singh Bittu ruled out privatisation of the lab
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Orders speaking orders across Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh
The township’s low population density, cleaner air, and planned urban grid are major attractions
The court has also imposed a fine of Rs 1 lakh on the convict
PU students, who had been protesting for the election schedule, hail it as a “victory”