Chandigarh

Mohali and Kharar residents face extended power outages due to incessant rain and a three-day strike by PSPCL employees. Power cuts last up to 10 hours, with some areas receiving minimal electricity. The strike, affecting office and field staff, demands better benefits and filled vacancies.

Punjab's PWD Minister Harbhajan Singh ETO inspected PWD offices in the Industrial Area. He reviewed their performance, emphasized punctuality, and instructed employees to address public grievances accurately and promptly.

The drive was “Drink and Drive” carried out across Panchkula checkpoints being set at various locations.

The police said the firing was done with an intention to extort money from them

The accused’s accomplice is still on the run

The team barricaded the damaged section, placed red warning cloth to alert drivers in advance

While the election schedule is yet to be announced , election fervour is evident across the varsity

Only 2 victims awarded compensation since committee formed a year ago

Panjab University received an Rs 81-lakh grant for plant-based composite panel development, led by Prof. Anupama Sharma. The VC inaugurated a new girls' hostel, Devi Ahilyabai Hall. Exam form submissions for several semesters begin August 18th.

Heavy rainfall caused waterlogging in Chandigarh and Mohali, highlighting municipal inefficiencies. The IMD issued a yellow alert for thunderstorms. Chandigarh received 41.4mm of rain. Temperatures varied, with the minimum temperature dropping slightly. The forecast predicts more rain and thunderstorms for the next five days.

The Chandigarh Congress demands immediate restoration of share-wise property registration. They cite a clarification from the Union Minister confirming Chandigarh isn't a heritage city. Both Congress and BJP leaders urge the administration to reverse the ban, advocating for relief to residents, especially in sectors above 30.

Chandigarh residents brave bumpy ride as patchwork washes away

Chandigarh Administration plans convention-cum exhibition centre on 25 acres away from city’s hustle-bustle

The Chandigarh Players Table Tennis Association will host the Kargil Memorial TT Tournament from August 15-17 at Sector 23 Hall. Categories include veterans doubles, veteran lucky doubles, singles (men & women), and youth singles/doubles (U-11 to U-19). Entries can be confirmed at the venue.

No such plan, MHA informs Lok Sabha in reply to Chandigarh MP Manish Tewari’s query

Finishes over 1,500 km London-Edinburgh-London event

A cleaning drive in Sector 26 involved the Municipal Corporation, children, and area councillor Dalip Sharma. They collected and disposed of garbage. Sharma urged residents to practice cleanliness at home, school, and work, and to manage waste properly.

The Education Department will hold volleyball trials August 16-18 at Sector 7 for U-15 boys/girls, selecting eight players each. State qualifiers are eligible for the national trials at Pune (August 25-30) to form the team for the World School Championship in China (December 4-13).

Yuvraj Sandhu leads the Mysuru Open with a 9-under 61. Jamal Hossain is second with an 8-under 62. Om Prakash Chouhan and Honey Baisoya tie for third at 63. Angad Cheema is tied 60th with a 69.

Warns of registration cancellation in case of breach

The Indian government approved four semiconductor projects in Punjab, Andhra Pradesh, and Odisha, totaling Rs 4,594 crore in investment. This brings the total approved projects to 10, with a cumulative investment of about Rs 1.60 lakh crore. Additionally, the Cabinet cleared the extension of the Lucknow Metro line and the Tato-II Hydro Electric Project in Arunachal Pradesh.

The issue was discussed at a recent meeting chaired by Chief Secretary KAP Sinha

Yellow alert for 3-day heavy rain from Wednesday

Union Ministry of Home Affairs says no plan on MP Manish Tewari’s query in Lok Sabha

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