Police in the past seven months issued 198 challans to school buses in response to safety standard violations. Intensive checks were conducted to ensure child safety. Police prioritize child safety and will take strict action against those compromising it. Parents and schools are urged to use only safe, compliant transport.
Mayor Babla is frustrated with Chandigarh MC officials for delaying public welfare projects through insignificant objections. She is unhappy with their lack of progress, threatening to escalate the issue to higher authorities if improvement isn't seen. Several projects and her suggestions remain unimplemented.
Nitesh Gill, a Punjabi Wikipedia contributor, received an honorary mention at the Wikimedian of the Year Awards 2025, presented by Jimmy Wales in Nairobi. Gill was recognized for significant contributions to Punjabi Wikipedia and promoting women's representation on Wikimedia projects.
CTU bus got stuck on a damaged road near Shivalik City
Five fire tenders were pressed into service
Former MP Kirron Kher paid Rs 13.13 lakh to settle outstanding license fee dues for her government-allocated house in Sector 7. The UT Assistant Controller (F&A) Rents had previously issued a notice for Rs 12.76 lakh. She received a no dues certificate after the payment.
To be returned after recarpeting, House to discuss agenda: Mayor
The form was introduced last year, after the death of an MSc student who was on an outing
One linked to fake passports in Sidhu Moosewala case
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The woman was rushed to a hospital where her condition is stated to be stable
DC apprised of progress by Board members
Had given a call to suspend work across Punjab
Vaishnaw was replying to Chandigarh MP’s query in Lok Sabha
900 cusecs released from Kaushalya Dam; locals advised to exercise caution
Were Chandigarh Hockey Academy trainees for nearly 7 years
Chargesheet has been filed under various sections of the Prevention of the Corruption Act in CBI court
Officials say have already received over 100 applications
Volunteers from Onkar Charitable Foundation, Don Bosco Navjeevan Society and local residents participate
Chandigarh's Municipal Corporation (MC) seized 112 kg of banned plastic carry bags during a raid at Sector 26 mandi. Three stockists were caught selling the bags, issued challans, and the plastic was taken for shredding. The UT Administration banned single-use plastic in 2019.
Explosion occurs during refilling of cylinders; severed body parts, glass shards strewn at Phase 9 plant
A court officer and a judge's gunman clashed at the Punjab and Haryana High Court. The officer accused the gunman of assault and pointing a pistol. The gunman denied the allegations. Police registered an FIR, took statements, conducted medical exams, and are reviewing CCTV footage to investigate the incident.
Chandigarh has achieved a cumulative solar power generation capacity of 90 MWp, distributed across 10,988 sites
Chandigarh is offering free bus travel to women on Raksha Bandhan within the tricity, excluding long-route buses. The British High Commission in Punjab is raising awareness about visa scams. Digital marketing institute Skill Circle held its convocation, featuring a panel discussion and alumni awards.
Heavy overnight rain in Mohali caused widespread flooding, disrupting road connectivity. Jayanti Majri and Mubarikpur causeways were submerged, isolating villages and stranding commuters. Residents criticized the government for failing to improve infrastructure, despite promises and allocated funds for repairs.
Chandigarh Police have now taken the initiative to ensure that manual challaning of vehicles does not take place except in most egregious of circumstances
Civic body was eyeing revenue from land auction, smart parking, unipole ads
Trustee company directed to pay Rs 2,04,880 to city resident for failing to redeem debentures on maturity
Panjab University introduced secure parking stickers with QR codes and encryption for day scholars to enhance campus security and regulate vehicle entry. The initiative, developed by students, aims to restrict outsiders and improve safety during upcoming student council elections. The university is working with authorities to maintain decorum and increase security measures, including camera installations.
Sukhna Lake's floodgate was opened Wednesday due to rising water levels from rainfall. The gate was raised six inches and will close when water levels decrease. Officials, CCTV, and a control room are in place. Neighboring districts were notified. This is the first opening in two years.