Chandigarh

CHANDIGARH: A Felicitation and Appreciation Ceremony for Nikshay Mitras was organized at Government Hospital, Chandigarh, to acknowledge the remarkable contributions of organizations and individuals supporting the TBMuktBharat initiative. The event was graced by Governor of Punjab and Administrator, Chandigarh, who appreciated the efforts of various partners in their mission to eliminate tuberculosis and support TB patients towards recovery and self-reliance.

CHANDIGARH: Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, during his ongoing visit to Japan, on Monday, met Shimane Prefecture Governor Tatsuya Maruyama and held discussions to explore opportunities for technology exchange, innovation and joint ventures between enterprises from both regions.

CHANDIGARH: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has chargesheeted a key accused in the Chandigarh Sector 10 grenade attack case, masterminded by Babbar Khalsa International (BKI) terrorists based abroad, officials said on Saturday.

CHANDIGARH: In a major relief to farmers whose crops were damaged in floods, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has announced the postponement of crop loan repayment and also a waiver in the electricity bill of tubewells till December end.

MOHALI: “Heart health should never be taken for granted. Regular physical activity, awareness, and timely check-ups can save countless lives. This walkathon is a strong reminder that prevention is the key to a healthier tomorrow,” said Dr. H.K. Bali, Chairman of The Heart Foundation, at the World Heart Day Walkathon organised by Livasa Hospitals, in collaboration with The Heart Foundation, at Sector 71, Mohali. 

CHANDIGARH: It will be a memorable and emotional reunion in Chandigarh, the City Beautiful, where its first squadron was commissioned in 1963, on Friday, as the skies will roar to give ‘final salute’ to the Russian-made MiG-21 that was inducted into the Indian Air Force (IAF) almost six decades ago.

CHANDIGARH: The Khadi andVillage Industries Commission (KVIC), State Office Chandigarh, in collaboration with the Regional Centre for Entrepreneurship Development (RCED), Chandigarh, successfully organized an Awareness Program on the Honey Mission under the Gramodyog Vikas Yojana at Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Samrala.

CHANDIGARH: Haryana Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi on Wednesday reviewed arrangements for the procurement of kharif pulses and oilseeds that will start at over 100 centres.

CHANDIGARH: On Friday the Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB) organized a bicycle rally to spread public awareness on the importance of cleanliness as part of its ongoing 15-day Swachhta Pakhwada (September 17 to October 2). The rally was flagged off from the BBMB Officer Rest House, Sector 35, Chandigarh, by BBMB Chairman Manoj Tripathi. 

CHANDIGARH: The SIDBI Swavalamban Foundation, in collaboration with the Regional Centre for Entrepreneurship Development (RCED), Chandigarh, inaugurated a Skill Development Program in Karnal on Thursday. The initiative has been launched with the objective of enhancing the employability of local youth while meeting the workforce requirements of the agricultural equipment industries in the region. 

CHANDIGARH: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is forever dedicated to the unity, integrity, pride, and prosperity of the nation and ceaselessly striving for the upliftment with a target to reach the person in the last line, said Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Wednesday.

CHANDIGARH: Haryana Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi on Tuesday said the government has transferred Rs 1.06 lakh crore through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) schemes, revolutionising welfare distribution by ensuring timely, transparent, and efficient delivery to millions of citizens.

CHANDIGARH: The Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC), Chandigarh, in collaboration with the Regional Centre for Entrepreneurship Development (RCED), organized a two-day People Education Programme (PEP) and it concluded today at Post Graduate Government College, Sector 11, Chandigarh. The program witnessed enthusiastic participation from 97 students. 

CHANDIGARH: Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Monday said 12 people have lost their lives with the collapse of houses amidst floods caused by heavy rains.

CHANDIGARH: Chandigarh, September 5: Punjab Governor and UT Chandigarh Administrator Sh. Gulab Chand Kataria today inaugurated a Health Check-up and Blood Donation Camp at the Shri Guru Nanak Dev Auditorium, Punjab Raj Bhavan. The camp was organized by the Raj Bhavan Employees’ Cultural & Sports Association in collaboration with Fortis Hospital, GMSH-16, Grewal Eye Hospital, WCCWF Charitable Hospital, and Red Cross Punjab.

CHANDIGARH: The rescue of devotees stranded during the Manimahesh pilgrimage in the interiors of Chamba in Himachal Pradesh for the last many days began on Friday, with three flights of the Indian Air Force (IAF) Chinook helicopters evacuating a batch of 135 devotees from Bharmour to the district headquarters.

CHANDIGARH: Haryana Transport Minister Anil Vij on Wednesday said that the Ambala Cantonment administration has been placed on high alert following increased water flow in the Tangri river.

CHANDIGARH: Governor of Haryana Prof Ashim Kumar Ghosh along with his wife Smt Mitra Ghosh has adopted five TB patients by providing nutritional support under the National TB Elimination Programme (NTEP).

KHARAR: Due to the Punjab government's negligence and the incompetence of MLA Anmol Gagan Maan, the people of Kharar are left marooned with rain lashing on them and streets turning into rivers.

CHANDIGARH: Chandigarh MP and former Union Minister Manish Tewari inaugurated CCTV cameras installed in Sector-29 and Kaimbwala, funded through his MP Local Area Development Scheme. These cameras will help strengthen law and order in the respective areas.

CHANDIGARH: Chandigarh MP and former Union Minister Manish Tewari inaugurated CCTV cameras installed in Sector-29 and Kaimbwala, funded through his MP Local Area Development Scheme. These cameras will help strengthen law and order in the respective areas.

CHANDIGARH: A meeting of the Airport Advisory Committee of the Chandigarh International airport was held under the chairpersonship of Mr. Manish Tewari, Member of Parliament from Chandigarh and Co-Chairpersonship of Manvinder Singh Kang, MP from Sri Anandpur Sahib.

KHARAR: Under the leadership of Advocate Amarjeet Kaur, the founder and president of Anmol Muskaan Charitable Trust, which has carved a distinct identity in the field of social service, the organization continues to carry out welfare activities.

SISWAN/MAJRI: In village Siswan, adjoining New Chandigarh, several acres of hills are being levelled in blatant violation of norms. Approximately 500 trees have already been razed. Despite complaints being filed with the Forest, Wildlife, Panchayat Departments, and Punjab Police, officers have chosen to remain mute spectators and let the bulldozers run amok. All pleas have fallen on deaf ears. Punjab Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Senior leader and State Media Head Vineet Joshi alleged while showing the site to media persons on Tuesday.

CHANDIGARH: The Haryana Human Rights Commission has taken suo-motu cognizance of a media report highlighting an incident where a serving employee of the Public Health Department, a resident of Rohtak, was allegedly denied his salary in the post-COVID period because his Aadhaar record shows him as “deceased”.

CHANDIGARH: Renowned Punjabi ghazal writer and poet Siri Ram Arsh has passed away. The Central Punjabi Writers’ Association (Regd.) has expressed deep sorrow, terming his demise as an unbearable loss to the Punjabi literary world.

MOHALI: A CRPF soldier, who was posted at Chashmule post, Leh, where temperature dips extremely, got a new lease of life after a successful brain surgery for hemorrhagic brain stroke at Park Grecian Hospital, Mohali recently.

CHANDIGARH: The ballet (musical play) Pranam Shaheedan written and choreographed by Dr. Narinder Nindi has been filmed by Chandigarh Doordarshan which will be telecast on DD Punjabi channel on the occasion of Independence Day on 15/08/2025 at 2:20 PM.

CHANDIGARH: As India prepares to celebrate its 79th Independence Day, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini hoisted the Tricolour at his official residence, Sant Kabir Kutir, here, saying, "Our National Flag is a symbol of our pride and glory."

CHANDIGARH: The Haryana Human Rights Commission (HHRC) has taken suo motu cognisance of the alarming condition of government schools in Hisar district.

CHANDIGARH: Sukhmani Brar, an emerging voice in contemporary Indian poetry, launched her third poetry collection, Cloud of Sorrow: A Rain of Longing, at a special event held at the ICSSR Seminar Hall, Panjab University, Chandigarh.

CHANDIGARH: Cabinet Minister Tarunpreet Singh Sond on Thursday organized a mega public interaction under the "Mera Halka Mera Parivar" initiative in village Bhattian (Khanna) where he listened to the grievances of the people.

CHANDIGARH: The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has approved an increase in the strength of the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) from 162,000 to 220,000 personnel to support the economic rise of the country, Ministry officials said on Thursday.

CHANDIGARH: The Haryana Human Rights Commission has taken serious note of a complaint submitted by senior citizen Amar Singh Murwala, a resident of Panipat district, and has raised concerns regarding administrative functioning and denial of basic entitlements.