Chandigarh Archives - Page 6 of 15

16 Jun

App-Based Cab Operations Disrupted Across Tricity as Driver Unions Intensify Protest Over Pending Demands

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Residents of Chandigarh, Mohali and Panchkula are expected to face inconvenience in booking app-based taxis as cab driver unions have launched a day-long protest demanding immediate action on issues related to fares, policy implementation and regulatory enforcement. The agitation is likely to affect commuting across the Tricity, prompting many passengers to turn to public transport and auto-rickshaws. Despite the strike, services operated by the Chandigarh Transport Undertaking (CTU) and local auto-rickshaw unions are expected to remain unaffected, offering an alternative for daily commuters. The protest has been organised at two separate locations following a split among driver…

15 Jun

Chandigarh Steps Up Monsoon Readiness with Daily Monitoring, Drainage Overhaul Underway

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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…

15 Jun

Chandigarh Launches Mega Voter Verification Drive After Two Decades, Final Electoral Roll Due in September

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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…

15 Jun

13 Bullets, One Innocent Life Lost: Chandigarh’s Daylight Execution Exposes the Brutal Face of Organised Crime

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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…

12 Jun

Chandigarh Police Unveils Diamond Jubilee Logo, Marks 60 Years of Dedicated Service

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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…

07 Jun

Dominant India Declare on 564/8 After Captain Shubman Gill’s Hundred Defies Afghanistan

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New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): The Indian cricket team firmly seized control of the New Chandigarh Test against Afghanistan on Sunday, declaring their first innings at a massive 564 for 8 during the second session. The visitors navigated a brief opening spell before the interval, moving safely to 12 without loss with opening batsmen Abdul Malik and Sediqullah Atal holding the fort. Leading the charge for the hosts, captain Shubman Gill top-scored with a commanding 126, while opening batsman KL Rahul laid the foundation with a precise 100. The momentum was sustained by fluent half-centuries from Rishabh Pant and Sai Sudharsan,…

02 Jun

Chandigarh Administrator Gulab Chand Kataria Reviews Healthcare Expansion, Education Infrastructure and Environmental Initiatives

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Chandigarh (Naval Kishore): The Governor of Punjab and Administrator, U.T. Chandigarh, Shri Gulab Chand Kataria, conducted a comprehensive review of healthcare facilities across Chandigarh on Monday, emphasizing the Administration’s commitment to strengthening healthcare delivery and ensuring quality medical services for citizens. During the visit, he also assessed ongoing developments in educational infrastructure and environmental initiatives across the city. At the Government Medical College and Hospital (GMCH), South Campus, Sector 48, the Administrator reviewed a wide range of healthcare services being provided to the public, including Ayush OPD and Homeopathy services. Health Secretary Shri Mandip Singh Brar briefed him on the…

02 Jun

‘0003’ Fetches Rs 37.63 Lakh in Chandigarh Fancy Number Auction

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Vehicle registration auction generates over Rs 4 crore; ‘0001’ settles for second-highest bid Gurpreet Singh :- The craze for fancy vehicle registration numbers continues to soar in Chandigarh, with bidders shelling out hefty sums to secure premium numbers. In the latest auction conducted by the Registering and Licensing Authority (RLA), the registration number CH-01-DE-0003 emerged as the highest-priced number, attracting a winning bid of Rs 37.63 lakh. Interestingly, the highly sought-after ‘0001’ number, which traditionally commands the highest bids, finished second this time with a bid of Rs 23.55 lakh, well below the amount paid for ‘0003’. The online auction…

29 May

Chandigarh opens doors to 24×7 business operations at 179 establishments

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Gurpreet Singh :- Chandigarh has taken a major step towards becoming a more accessible and service-oriented city, with the Administration granting permission to 179 commercial establishments to remain open 24 hours a day throughout the year. The move is expected to bring significant relief to residents who often struggled to find essential services late at night and had to travel to nearby areas such as Mohali for basic requirements. The decision covers a wide range of businesses, including tea stalls, restaurants, grocery stores, petrol pumps, spa centres and pet shops. Officials believe the initiative will improve convenience for residents, especially…

26 May

Thunderstorms Likely to End Heatwave Spell Across Punjab, Haryana and Chandigarh This Week

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): After enduring several days of relentless heat, residents across Punjab, Haryana and Chandigarh may finally see some weather relief as forecasts indicate the arrival of rain, thunderstorms and gusty winds later this week. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has continued its orange alert for heatwave conditions across the region until Wednesday, warning that daytime temperatures will remain significantly above normal before a major weather shift begins from Thursday onward. On Monday, Chandigarh recorded a scorching 42.7 degrees Celsius, nearly three degrees above seasonal average, making it one of the hottest locations in Punjab after Bathinda, which touched…