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Chandigarh Intensifies Drive for “Child Marriage Free City,” Nearly 48,000 Reached

Chandigarh Intensifies Drive for “Child Marriage Free City,” Nearly 48,000 Reached

Chandigarh ( Naval Kishore): The Union Territory Child Protection Society, under the Department of Social Welfare, Women & Child Development, has successfully concluded a 100-day intensive campaign on “Bal Vivah Mukt Bharat” across Chandigarh. Conducted under the guidance of Anuradha Chagti, the campaign aimed to raise awareness about the harmful effects and legal consequences of child marriage. A total of 131 activities including street plays, school programmes, community outreach, and media campaigns engaged 47,962 participants citywide. Authorities highlighted legal provisions under the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act and promoted helplines 1098 and 112 for reporting cases. The initiative also secured…
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Chandigarh Police Strengthens Fleet with 55 New Vehicles under “Guardians of the Road” Initiative

Chandigarh Police Strengthens Fleet with 55 New Vehicles under “Guardians of the Road” Initiative

Chandigarh (Naval Kishore): In a significant step toward enhancing urban policing and public safety, Chandigarh Police flagged off 55 newly inducted vehicles under the theme “Guardians of the Road” at the Police Headquarters in Sector 9. The ceremonial flag-off was led by H. Rajesh Prasad, Chief Secretary of U.T. Chandigarh, who emphasized the importance of modern infrastructure in maintaining law and order in a rapidly growing city like Chandigarh. The newly added fleet includes 25 TVS Apache motorcycles, 5 Royal Enfield Bullet motorcycles, 20 Honda Activa scooters, 2 prison vans, 2 under-lift recovery vans, and 1 platform recovery vehicle. These…
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Jammu & Kashmir Bus Tragedy: 10 Killed, Several Injured in Ramnagar-Udhampur Highway Mishap

Jammu & Kashmir Bus Tragedy: 10 Killed, Several Injured in Ramnagar-Udhampur Highway Mishap

Gurpreet Singh :- At least 10 people lost their lives and several others sustained serious injuries after a passenger bus overturned near Kaghote on the Ramnagar-Udhampur highway in Jammu and Kashmir on Monday. The tragic accident has once again raised concerns over road safety in hilly terrains. Rescue operations were launched immediately after the incident, with local authorities and emergency teams rushing to the spot. The injured were shifted to nearby hospitals for treatment, while officials fear the death toll may rise as some victims remain in critical condition. According to preliminary reports, the driver allegedly lost control of the…
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Punjab Procures Over 24 Lakh MT Wheat; Payments Cross ₹647 Crore, Says Minister

Punjab Procures Over 24 Lakh MT Wheat; Payments Cross ₹647 Crore, Says Minister

Gurpreet Singh :- Punjab Food and Civil Supplies Minister Lal Chand Kataruchak on Monday reviewed wheat procurement arrangements at a grain market and said the process across the state is progressing smoothly. He stated that out of over 28 lakh metric tonnes of wheat arrivals so far, more than 24 lakh metric tonnes have already been procured. The minister, accompanied by MLA Jasvir Singh Raja Gill and senior officials, inspected procurement operations and facilitated the purchase of produce from a local farmer. He assured that the state government has made comprehensive arrangements in mandis to ensure that farmers do not…
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Bomb Threat at Sector 42 College Triggers Panic, Massive Security Sweep Launched

Bomb Threat at Sector 42 College Triggers Panic, Massive Security Sweep Launched

Gurpreet Singh :- Panic spread across the area on Monday after a bomb threat was reported at Dr Ambedkar College in Sector 42, prompting an immediate response from security agencies. The alert was triggered when the control room received a message warning of a possible explosion at the college premises. Responding without delay, Chandigarh Police teams rushed to the campus and initiated a comprehensive search operation. Bomb disposal squads, along with other security personnel, carried out a thorough inspection of classrooms, administrative buildings and nearby surroundings to rule out any potential danger. Taking no chances, authorities swiftly evacuated students, staff…
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University of Design, Innovation and Technology (UDIT) Celebrates 10-year Transition from India Institute of Art & Design (IIAD) with Celebratory Evening

University of Design, Innovation and Technology (UDIT) Celebrates 10-year Transition from India Institute of Art & Design (IIAD) with Celebratory Evening

The Indian Institute of Art & Design (IIAD) marked its evolution into University of Design, Innovation and Technology (UDIT) recently with an evening of music, craft and conversation at Bikaner House, New Delhi which featured live performances steeped in soulful sufi music by Madan Gopal Singh and ensemble Chaar Yaar.   L to R - Leena Singh, Cofounder of Ashima-Leena, Shovana Narayan Padma Bhushan Recipient & Kathak exponent, Jitin Chadha, Pro Chancellor UDIT and Samar Jodhi at UDIT's celebratory evening   The celebratory evening was graced with the presence of eminent dignitaries from the creative, academic, arts and cultural community…
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Water Management takes Centre Stage at PlumbexIndia 2026 in Bengaluru

Water Management takes Centre Stage at PlumbexIndia 2026 in Bengaluru

PlumbexIndia 2026, India’s leading platform for water, sanitation and plumbing, concluded with strong industry and government participation, reinforcing its role in advancing the country’s water security and sustainable infrastructure agenda.   PlumblexIndia 2026 successfully concludes in Bangalore, drawing key industry players and an overwhelming visitor turnout   The three-day event, organised by the Indian Plumbing Association (IPA), brought together over 15000 visitors, 180 exhibitors, and representatives from countries, such as USA, Germany, Italy, Spain, Denmark, France, Isreal Japan, Tiwan and China.   The event was supported by two key ministries of government of India, Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs…
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Morepen Labs' Facility Clears USFDA Inspection with NIL Adverse Observation for the Record Fourth Consecutive Time

Morepen Labs' Facility Clears USFDA Inspection with NIL Adverse Observation for the Record Fourth Consecutive Time

Morepen Laboratories Limited (NSE: MOREPENLAB; BSE: 500288) has announced the successful completion of a USFDA (United States Food and Drug Administration) inspection at its Masulakhanna (Himachal) facility, with Zero adverse observations (No Form 483 issued by the drug regulator). This marks the Fourth consecutive NIL 483 USFDA inspection for Morepen over the past eight years.   Morepen Successfully Clears Fourth Consecutive USFDA Inspection for its Masulkhana Facility with NIL 483 Observation   The milestone arrives at a defining moment for Morepen Labs just weeks after the company disclosed a multi-year CDMO mandate worth approximately Rs. 825 crore (USD 91 million)…
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Gunmen Ambush Security Team in Bannu, Two Personnel Lose Lives

Gunmen Ambush Security Team in Bannu, Two Personnel Lose Lives

Bannu(Rajeev Sharma): A deadly attack in Pakistan’s northwestern province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa claimed the lives of two security personnel on Sunday, officials said, underscoring ongoing security challenges in the region. The incident occurred in the Kurram Garhi locality of Bannu district, an area situated near the North Waziristan border. According to police sources, unidentified gunmen targeted members of the Federal Constabulary, opening fire without warning. Security personnel present at the scene responded to the assault, leading to a brief exchange of gunfire. However, the attackers managed to escape amid the chaos, leaving behind two fallen officers. Soon after the attack,…
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Heatwave Likely to Grip Chandigarh, Punjab and Haryana as IMD Flags Rising Temperatures

Heatwave Likely to Grip Chandigarh, Punjab and Haryana as IMD Flags Rising Temperatures

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh/Balwinder Singh): Parts of Chandigarh, Punjab and Haryana are set to experience heatwave-like conditions between April 21 and April 23, according to an alert issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The warning comes shortly after the region witnessed a brief period of gusty winds and thunderstorms over the weekend. Weather officials noted that although isolated pockets of Punjab received light rainfall in the past day, temperatures across northwestern India continue to remain well above the seasonal norm. The IMD has indicated that the warming trend is expected to strengthen further, with predominantly dry weather likely to dominate…
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