Chandigarh Archives - National Times

23 Mar

Rahul Gandhi Welcomed in Chandigarh, Targets BJP-RSS and Modi Government Ahead of Gujarat Visit

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Chandigarh (Naval Kishore): Senior Congress leader Rahul Gandhi received a warm welcome at Chandigarh Airport from Congress party paradesh Treasurer Vikram Chopra and other Congress party members of Chandigarh , during his transit from Himachal Pradesh to Gujarat. During his brief interaction with party workers and leaders, Rahul Gandhi made strong political remarks, stating that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is unlikely to attend Parliament, while emphasizing his own visit to Gujarat to connect directly with tribal communities.Rahul Gandhi also launched a sharp attack on the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) over the use of the…

18 Mar

Daylight Shooting in Chandigarh’s Sector 9 Sparks Panic, Property Dealer Shot Dead

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Gurpreet Singh :- Chandigarh witnessed a shocking incident of violence on Wednesday as a property dealer was shot dead in broad daylight in Sector 9, sending shockwaves across the city. The assailants, reportedly on a motorcycle, opened fire at close range before fleeing the scene, leaving the victim critically injured. Eyewitnesses reported hearing multiple gunshots, after which chaos erupted in the otherwise calm and upscale locality. The victim was immediately rushed to a nearby hospital, where he was declared dead. Police teams reached the spot soon after the incident and cordoned off the area. Initial investigations suggest that the attack…

10 Mar

Chandigarh Nears Universal Literacy, Records 99.93% Rate Under Adult Education Initiative

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Chandigarh has achieved an impressive milestone in education, recording a literacy rate of 99.93 percent and effectively reaching the status of a fully literate Union Territory. The achievement was marked with a special felicitation programme organised by the local administration to honour individuals who recently gained literacy through government initiatives. The event, organised under the ULLAS campaign, celebrated newly literate citizens in a ceremony titled Nav Saksharon Ka Alankaran Samaroh. Participants who successfully completed the literacy programme were recognised for their efforts in overcoming educational barriers and acquiring reading and writing skills. The ceremony was attended by…

02 Mar

Chandigarh on high alert after fresh bomb threat emails target passport offices, Sector 17 bus stand

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Jatin Sharma :- In Chandigarh, several government departments have once again received bomb threat emails via Gmail, triggering heightened security concerns across the city. According to reports, the latest threats target the Passport Office in the Industrial Area, the Passport Office in Sector 34, the Mukherjee Office, and the Sector 17 Bus Stand. The threatening emails reportedly warned of plans to blow up these locations. Sources said that the police have immediately launched an investigation into the matter. Multiple teams have been deployed to the identified locations to carry out thorough checks and ensure public safety.

23 Feb

Young Woman Stabbed to Death in Chandigarh Park; Questions Raised Over Emergency Response

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Chandigarh,Gurpreet Singh :- A 23-year-old woman was fatally stabbed in a public park in Sector 36 of Chandigarh on Sunday evening, in an incident that has sparked concern over women’s safety and the timeliness of emergency response. The victim, identified as Suhani, was allegedly attacked around 8:30 p.m. by a युवक named Vinay, who is accused of slashing her throat before fleeing the scene. According to family members, Suhani managed to call her mother moments after the assault, saying in a trembling voice that she had been stabbed and urgently needed help. Her family rushed to the park immediately after…

22 Feb

Mayor Saurabh Joshi Makes Surprise Inspection of Rain Basera in Chandigarh

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Chandigarh ( Naval Kishore): Saurabh Joshi conducted a surprise late-night visit to a Rain Basera (night shelter) in Chandigarh to review the living conditions of homeless residents. During the inspection, the Mayor found several deficiencies, including inadequate water supply, lack of proper heating facilities, absence of basic medical arrangements and unsafe electrical wiring. He interacted with the residents and shelter staff to understand their problems and expressed serious concern over the poor management of the facility. Mayor Joshi directed officials to ensure immediate improvements and warned that strict action would be taken against those responsible if the required standards were…

20 Feb

Traffic and Parking Advisory Issued Ahead of Three-Day Rose Festival in Chandigarh

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Chandigarh, Gurpreet Singh :- In view of the three-day Rose Festival commencing Friday, the Chandigarh Police has issued a detailed traffic and parking advisory to ensure smooth movement of vehicles and public safety during the event. The annual festival, which draws large crowds from across the region, will be held at the iconic Zakir Hussain Rose Garden. Anticipating heavy footfall, authorities have announced special traffic arrangements, designated parking zones, and possible diversions around key roads leading to the venue. Police officials stated that certain stretches near the Rose Garden may witness congestion during peak hours, particularly in the evening. Commuters…

09 Feb

Chandigarh-Based Journalist Killed in Late-Night Road Accident Near Mohali Courts

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National Times Bureau :- A journalist from Chandigarh lost his life in a tragic road accident late Sunday night after his motorcycle crashed into a road divider near the Mohali court complex. The incident has once again raised serious concerns over road safety and the lack of immediate emergency response on major urban roads. According to available information, the victim, identified as Davinder Singh, sustained critical injuries after his motorcycle hit the divider with force. Due to the absence of any emergency medical services at the spot, he could not be shifted to a hospital in time. Eyewitnesses said Singh…

30 Jan

Chandigarh-Shimla Helicopter Service Launched, Travel Time Cut to 30 Minutes

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National Times Bureau :- Chandigarh and nearby areas are now connected to Shimla through a new helicopter taxi service, offering travelers a faster alternative to the usual 4–5 hour road or train journey. The initiative, launched following high demand, charges ₹3,169 per passenger and will also cover routes from Shimla to Kullu and Sanjoli-Reckong Peo. The daily service departs from Chandigarh Airport at 9:15 a.m., landing at Shimla’s Sanjoli helipad by 9:45 a.m., and returns from Shimla at 9:50 a.m., reaching Chandigarh by 10:20 a.m. The service will operate three days a week—Friday, Saturday, and Monday—and may expand depending on…

29 Jan

Punjab Local Bodies Headquarter also receives bomb threat; Security tightened

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National Times Bureau :- Municipal Bhawan, the Punjab Local Bodies headquarter in Sector 35A, Chandigarh, also received a bomb threat on Thursday, triggering an immediate security response. The threat was sent via email. The Punjab Secretariat in Chandigarh, the joint capital of Punjab and Haryana, received a bomb threat on Tuesday. The threat was sent via email, following which security agencies immediately swung into action.