Chandigarh

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Following recent firing incidents reported in parts of Punjab, Chandigarh Police have significantly enhanced security arrangements across the Union Territory, carrying out an extensive overnight operation aimed at preventing any potential criminal activity. The city witnessed heightened police presence as security personnel established checkpoints at strategic locations, including major roads leading into Chandigarh. Vehicles entering and leaving the city were subjected to detailed verification, with officers checking identification documents and inspecting suspicious vehicles. In addition to roadside surveillance, police teams carried out coordinated inspections at nightlife destinations, including clubs, pubs and bars. Officials monitored compliance with closing-time…

Chandigarh (Rajeev Sharma): A political storm has erupted in Chandigarh after the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) accused BJP state president Jitender Pal Malhotra of making objectionable remarks about Punjabis, prompting the party to organize a protest outside the BJP office on Friday. AAP leaders have called on workers and supporters to assemble near Gurudwara Sahib in Sector 34 before marching towards the party headquarters, asserting that the alleged comments have offended the sentiments of the Punjabi community. The party maintained that respect for Punjab's identity and culture is non-negotiable and demanded an apology along with appropriate action. Responding to the…

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The investigation into the murder of a cashier at a medical store in Chandigarh witnessed a dramatic development on Thursday after two accused were injured in a police encounter following an alleged attempt to escape while being brought back from Jammu and Kashmir. According to officials, the two suspects, identified as Sunny Mehra and Aryan, had recently been arrested in connection with the killing of Janki Das, an employee of Shri Kumar Medical Store in Sector 11. While being transported to Chandigarh, they allegedly tried to flee custody near the Sector 25 forest area in the early…

Chandigarh (Naval Kishore): With the monsoon season approaching, the Chandigarh Administration has intensified its preparedness measures to minimise the risk of waterlogging and civic disruptions across the city. Officials are conducting regular reviews of ongoing works, with departments instructed to complete critical infrastructure projects before the onset of heavy rainfall. The Engineering Department, under the supervision of UT Chief Engineer C.B. Ojha, has accelerated field operations, focusing on drainage management and road infrastructure. Authorities have stressed that daily assessments are being carried out to ensure all monsoon-related works remain on schedule. A key priority is the desilting and cleaning of…

Chandigarh (Naval Kishore): The Election Department has kicked off a comprehensive voter verification campaign across Chandigarh, marking the first large-scale Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the electoral rolls in nearly 24 years. The exercise aims to ensure that the voter database remains accurate and updated ahead of future elections. As part of the campaign, Booth Level Officers (BLOs) have started visiting households across the city to verify voter details and assist eligible citizens in correcting or updating their information. Authorities have instructed field officials to carry out the exercise with complete transparency and minimal inconvenience to the public. One of…

Chandigarh ( Naval Kishore/ Rajeev Sharma): In a shocking incident that has shaken the City Beautiful and reignited concerns over the growing reach of organised crime, 45-year-old cashier Janki Das was gunned down in broad daylight inside the crowded premises of Shree Kumar Medicos in Sector 11 on Saturday, June 13, 2026. The brazen attack unfolded within seconds and left residents questioning how such violence could occur in one of India’s most secure urban centres. According to investigators, two masked assailants entered the busy chemist shop during business hours and calmly approached the cash counter before opening fire at point-blank…

Chandigarh (Naval Kishore): Chandigarh Police officially launched its Diamond Jubilee celebrations by unveiling a commemorative logo on Thursday, marking six decades of dedicated service to the citizens of Chandigarh. The event marks the beginning of a year-long series of programmes celebrating the force’s achievements and reaffirming its commitment to public safety and community engagement. The commemorative logo was unveiled by Sagar Preet Hooda, Director General of Police (DGP), UT Chandigarh, who described the occasion as a historic milestone in the journey of Chandigarh Police. Addressing officers and dignitaries, Hooda reflected on the force’s transformation over the last 60 years into…