Chandigarh

Vehicles purchased from MPLADS funds

Agenda to come up during General House meeting today

Temperatures in Chandigarh, Mohali, and Panchkula showed a large day-night contrast on Thursday. Minimum temperatures were cold, while maximums were near normal. The forecast predicts clear skies, with night temperatures around 7-8°C and falling daytime temperatures.

Students to hold ‘fateh rally’ today as Senate election notified, Vice Chancellor offers assurance on pending demands

City BJP president Malhotra refuted Congress claims of UT Administration seizing or demolishing homes in rehabilitation schemes. A committee studied related issues and recommended granting occupancy rights to current residents as of August 16, 2023, while allowing heirs to pay dues until a final decision is made.

Agenda to come up in Chandigarh MC House meeting today

Kashvee (Rs 65L), Taniya (Rs 30L), Nandni (Rs 20L) successful

Deploy Civil Defence volunteers to prevent re-emergence of illegal vendors, orders Yadav

VC visits protest site, wants stir called off; morcha yet to take call

Kashvee Gautam, who represented the Indian women’s team, has been retained by Gujarat Giants for Rs 65 lakh

The ruling makes it clear that the internet or artificial intelligence can serve as a ‘huge portable virtual library’, but emphasises that such tools offer only assistance, not authority

Vice-Chancellor Prof Renu Vig assured written acceptance of the students’ remaining 'genuine and legitimate' demands

Says allegations’ truth will be tested only after trial

The forum highlighted that dual citizenship would significantly enhance India’s economic, cultural and diplomatic influence across the world

The approval comes after weeks of protests and a massive political backlash across Punjab and Chandigarh

21-yr-old's blood-stained body was found in a forest area near a taxi stand at Sector-38 West in Chandigarh

MilkFed Punjab launched 20 chilled milk tankers with a total capacity of 200,000 litres to mark World Milk Day. Each tanker holds 10,000 litres. The initiative aims to improve safe, temperature-controlled milk transportation.

A 'Shri Ram Katha' event is taking place at Sector 34 Exhibition Ground from November 23-29 (6-9 pm). Organized by Divya Jyoti Jagrati Sansthan and Shri Ram Kripa Seva Trust, the fourth day featured Sadhvi Shreya Bharti and her devotional group, focusing on 'Sita Swayamvar.' The event was attended by dignitaries.

The Anti-Narcotics Task Force arrested Akashdeep Singh, recovering 5.084 kg heroin, 1.681 kg methamphetamine, and ?6,50,000. He was linked to a handler distributing drugs in the Tricity. Two associates escaped a raid; one was later caught.

Quantum of sentence to be pronounced today

The Municipal Corporation conducted an anti-encroachment drive in Sector 19's Sadar Bazaar and Palika Bazaar. Enforcement teams removed illegal extensions and obstructions, issuing 75 challans. The operation aimed to improve public space, pedestrian movement, and enforce municipal regulations in busy markets.

The Municipal Corporation's Finance and Contract Committee approved widening a section of V6 road in Sector 2, costing Rs 29.26 lakhs. The project aims to improve traffic flow, road safety, and benefit residents and commuters.

Differences between Punjab and Haryana students impacted the Panjab University protest. A 'shutdown' call saw a thin turnout, contrasting prior protests. Police presence was heavy. Some students distanced themselves due to the focus shifting from university welfare to political issues.

Payment of 7 months yet to be released to associations

Two peaceful demonstrations occurred in Chandigarh: a farmers' rally and student protests. Heavy police presence, diversions, and detentions occurred. Despite the protests, traffic flowed smoothly. Youth Congress members protested, leading to temporary blockades and a memorandum submission.