Chandigarh

The rainfall activity is likely to increase over northern and eastern parts of Punjab and Haryana from the night of July 20, predicts India Meteorological Department

A former minister in the AAP government, she did not disclose the reasons for her decision

The District Bar Association, Chandigarh, condemned an FIR filed against Advocate Pankaj Chandgothia. The FIR, registered July 13th, accuses Chandgothia of failing to pursue a consumer complaint after receiving Rs 2.80 lakh.

Chandigarh Municipal Corporation repaired Phirni Road and V5 road sections damaged by wear, weather, and utility work. The patchwork aims to improve commuting and safety. Residents are encouraged to report road damage via the official helpline or app.

Has expensive fitness equipment worth lakhs of rupees

Discusses rail connectivity, tourism projects with ministers

A viral video depicts police brutality during an anti-encroachment drive, showing a cop assaulting an eatery employee. Residents and the Mayor condemned the actions. The MC Commissioner was unavailable for comment, while the eatery owner alleged targeting by a business rival.

Chandigarh's Super Swachh League entry is contradicted by visible garbage and sanitation issues. Residents and traders report unsatisfactory conditions in residential areas, markets, and door-to-door waste collection. Despite positive waste processing scores, legacy waste persists, and the city struggles to achieve higher 'Garbage Free Cities' rankings.

Mahika Khanna of Uttar Pradesh won the CLTA-AITA National Ranking Championship Tennis Tournament for Women, defeating top seed Tejasvi Dabas 6-2, 6-2. Khanna previously won the doubles title with Riya Sachdeva.

Furniture market in Sector 53 to be razed on Sunday

A file rack and the pair of nightstands sold for Rs 18.56 lakh

Narinder Mittal was fatally run over by a car near HMT factory in 2020

Deputy Mayor Kuljit Singh Bedi criticized the Punjab government's 5% property tax increase in local bodies, effective April 1, 2025. He called for its rollback, citing lack of public consultation and the government's policy of concealment. The hike was part of a previously announced annual increase.

Contraband was hidden in a room where straw is stored

Councillors slam Mayor, officials over city’s poor show

A man named Vikram Sharma was booked after firing shots in the air during a birthday party at a Dhakoli hotel. A video shows him firing weapons. He claims the air gun, purchased online, doesn't require a license. Police registered a case, citing a ban on celebratory firing.

Were arrested in Sector 26, Chandigarh

The Health Minister inspected villages in the district for mosquito larvae as part of the 'Dengue Te Waar' campaign. Larvae were found and destroyed in Mirzapur. The minister emphasized prevention measures and community cooperation, also reviewing drainage systems. Over 41,000 houses were inspected in the past week, with larvae found in 416.

Threatened to kill her if she spoke out

Strawberry Fields (Sector 26) beat Moti Ram Arya (Sector 27) 2-1. St Joseph's (Sector 44) won 3-1 against Guru Nanak (Sector 36). St John's (Sector 26) defeated New Public (Sector 18) 6-0, with Karan scoring a hat-trick.

Migrant voters from Bihar in Chandigarh can update voter registration online via voters.eci.gov.in or the ECINET app. They can also use pre-filled forms sent via WhatsApp or QR code. This targets Bihar voters temporarily residing elsewhere to ensure inclusion in the Special Intensive Revision-2025.

Anshuman Singla, Abhinav Sangwan, and Aryavartt Mohan advanced in the boys' U-17 pre-quarterfinals. Shriyansh and Advay Dhawan won in the U-15 event. In the U-13 event, Reehansh Chaba and Suryaveer advanced, along with Jashanpreet Singh, Tansihsq, and Sehaj Thakur.

Gill is tipped to join BJP, but the realtor-turned-politician said he is yet to decide whether to join a party or contest as Independent

Ministry to work with airlines and airport operators to improve connectivity and upgrade passenger facilities

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