Dutt meets Rahul, discusses party strategy for Haryana
Zero tolerance for substandard public works, Saini warns officials
Haryana sets up Rs 20cr fund to back 90 research projects
Haryana approves Rs 2,534cr drinking water, sewerage projects
Eyes on Punjab polls, BJP banks on Modis Jind rally
Woman, son killed in roof collapse at Talwandi Sabo
Punjab recorded 30% deficient monsoon rain, subdued rain activity likely over next 6 days
38 docs promoted as SMOs; govt clears nursing college for Mahendragarh
Former BJP Yuva Morcha leader Mukesh Janjhontara joins JJP with hundreds of supporters in Haryana
Mukesh Janjhontara and hundreds of supporters joined the Jannayak Janta Party. Dushyant Chautala welcomed the new entrants, strengthening the party's base. Janjhontara has extensive experience in various BJP organizational positions. He is also influential among Scheduled Caste communities across Haryana. Several other youth leaders and workers also joined the JJP.
Rahul Gandhi, Haryana Congress in-charge Sanjay Dutt discuss strategy to strengthen party in state
Haryana Congress in-charge Sanjay Dutt met Rahul Gandhi to discuss the state's political situation. Gandhi provided guidance on building a stronger and more people-centric party organization. Dutt held meetings with office-bearers and workers to strengthen the party at the booth level. The party plans to intensify efforts to expand its outreach across the state. This meeting precedes future political programs and campaigns planned for Haryana.
As Artificial Intelligence transforms industries, technology leaders are urging engineering students to focus on strong programming, data analytics and cybersecurity fundamentals rather than chasing AI trends alone. Speaking at an orientation programme at SVKM's NMIMS Chandigarh, experts highlighted the growing importance of critical thinking, ethical innovation, communication and continuous learning. They emphasised that while AI will reshape careers, long-term success will depend on adaptable professionals with solid technical foundations and problem-solving skills.
Hockey India announces squads for Youth Hockey5s Asian Championship in Muscat
Hockey India announced sub-junior men's and women's squads for the inaugural Youth Hockey5s Asian Championship. This significant tournament serves as the official Asian qualifier for the FIH U18 Youth Hockey5s World Cup. Seven teams will compete in both the men's and women's categories during the event. The selected players underwent rigorous training camps in Bhopal and Chandigarh. Coaches expressed confidence in the teams' ability to perform well in Muscat.
Man accused in sacrilege case hacked to death in Punjab
Mewa Singh, accused in a 2020 sacrilege case, was murdered at his home. Unidentified assailants attacked him with sharp weapons between 1:30 AM and 2:00 AM. Police are investigating the incident, which involved two attackers according to initial statements. Investigations are exploring possible links to the past sacrilege incident and other motives. The assailants remain at large as police gather further evidence.
CS reviews formulation of cancer care strategy for J&K
Srinagar, Jul 13: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo on Monday chaired a high-level meeting to assess the initial formulation of a comprehensive Cancer Care Strategy for the Union Territory aimed at creating an integrated, accessible and technology-enabled cancer care ecosystem across Jammu & Kashmir. Among others, the meeting was attended by Director, SKIMS; Mission Director, National Health Mission; Director, Tata Memorial Centre (TMC), Chandigarh; Principals of Government Medical Colleges; Director, Health Services, Kashmir/Jammu; Faculty Members of GMCs and other senior officers of the Health & Medical Education Department. The strategy, prepared by the Health & Medical Education Department in consultation with leading oncology experts and national institutions, envisages a holistic framework covering cancer prevention, early detection, screening, diagnosis, treatment, palliative care, research, capacity building and digital health interventions. Reviewing the proposed roadmap, the Chief Secretary observed that cancer is emerging as a major public health challenge and called for a coordinated, evidence-based and patient-centric response to improve health outcomes across the Union Territory. He directed the department to ensure time-bound implementation of all proposed interventions through effective institutional coordination, regular monitoring and measurable outcomes. The Chief Secretary underscored the importance of establishing a robust preventive oncology framework across all Government Medical Colleges in the Union Territory to promote early detection and timely intervention against cancer. He stressed the need for simultaneously strengthening both human resource capacity and the requisite healthcare infrastructure so that quality diagnostic and treatment facilities are made available closer to the patients, thereby minimizing the need for travelling to distant facilities. He directed the Health Department to undertake a phased capacity-building programme by training the required specialist manpower, including Radiation Safety Officer (RSO)-certified personnel, while concurrently upgrading the necessary medical equipment and infrastructure in all medical colleges. He observed that these interventions would significantly enhance the quality and accessibility of cancer care services across Jammu & Kashmir. The Chief Secretary further instructed that the entire strategy should be implemented in a well-defined, phase-wise manner over the coming years to ensure equitable distribution of oncology facilities across the Union Territory. He also directed each of the expert committees constituted under the Cancer Care Strategy to prepare detailed, time-bound implementation plans within their respective domains. He said that these implementation plans should be examined and harmonised by the Apex Committee chaired by Dr. Sudeep Gupta, Director, Tata Memorial Centre (TMC), Mumbai and other experts here to ensure their technical soundness, feasibility and effective execution. Highlighting the strategic collaboration with the Tata Memorial Centre, the Chief Secretary observed that the partnership with one of the country's premier cancer care institutions would provide invaluable technical guidance, facilitate adoption of national best practices and significantly accelerate the implementation of the Cancer Care Strategy on the ground, ultimately leading to improved patient outcomes across Jammu & Kashmir The meeting was informed by MD, NHM, Akriti Sagar that a Steering Committee-cum-State Cancer Registry Coordination Unit has already been constituted to establish a robust Population-Based Cancer Registry (PBCR) and Hospital-Based Cancer Registry (HBCR) network across Jammu & Kashmir. She added that the initiative would facilitate systematic collection of cancer incidence data, strengthen disease surveillance and support evidence-based planning under the National Cancer Registry Programme. The MD further informed that following the notification declaring cancer as a notifiable disease in the Union Territory, the Government has initiated the process for executing a Memorandum of Understanding with the Indian Council of Medical Research-National Institute of Non-Communicable Disease Epidemiology (ICMR-NIE), Bengaluru, for technical support in establishing a modern cancer registry system here. The meeting also reviewed the existing oncology infrastructure available in the Union Territory, including the State Cancer Institute at Government Medical College Jammu, SKIMS Soura, Government Medical College Srinagar, AIIMS Vijaypur, newly established Government Medical Colleges and district-level Day Care Chemotherapy Centres established under the National Health Mission. To strengthen diagnostic capabilities, the strategy proposes establishment of advanced Molecular Oncology Laboratories across Government Medical Colleges equipped with modern technologies including molecular pathology, immunohistochemistry, genomic profiling and next-generation sequencing. The meeting was apprised that proposals have already been submitted to ICMR under the DiaMONDs Project for establishment of molecular oncology laboratories in selected medical colleges while additional funding support is being explored for expansion across the UT. The strategy also recommends augmentation of cancer imaging facilities through phased establishment of mammography units, PET-CT scanners, MRI facilities, gamma cameras and endoscopy services to ensure timely diagnosis and improve early detection of various cancers. The Chief Secretary reviewed proposals for strengthening cancer treatment services through expansion of radiotherapy infrastructure, enhancement of surgical oncology services, establishment of additional Bone Marrow Transplant and Stem Cell Transplant facilities and creation of multidisciplinary oncology teams across major tertiary healthcare institutions. The meeting further reviewed proposals for extensive Information, Education and Communication (IEC) campaigns through print, electronic and digital media, schools, Panchayati Raj Institutions, Anganwadi Centres and community-based platforms to promote awareness regarding cancer risk factors, warning signs, screening services and healthy lifestyle practices. As proposed the Cancer Care Strategy seeks to build an integrated continuum of care covering prevention, screening, diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation, palliative care and research, with the ultimate objective of reducing cancer burden, improving survival outcomes and ensuring equitable access to quality oncology services for the people of Jammu & Kashmir.
Chandigarh State Shooting Cship from July 25
34 snakebite cases reported in Mohali in 100 days; Health dept urges victims to avoid quacks
CBSE expands AI curriculum, but Centre rejects Chandigarhs Rs 95L plan for govt schools
Safai workers demand Rs 40,000 wage
Man gets 4-year RI for smuggling 700g charas
Dry taps, muddy water spell double trouble in Mohali
Rain to lash city; keep away from trees and electric poles: MC
Punjab FC appoint Greek coach Pavlos Dermitzakis
Farmers rally chokes city and Mohali again
Transporter alleges Rs 3cr extortion bid in Goldy Brars name
Student alleges assault, gun threats outside Sector 7 nightclub; 5 booked
CM launches statewide cleanliness drive from Panchkula ahead of PMs Haryana visit
3 schools, mayors office receive bomb threat ahead of PM visit
Nigerian national sold cocaine in Tricity for Rs 5,000 per gm, say police
Panchkula MC flags Rs 37cr property tax dues; hotels, IT firms, govt bodies among top defaulters
Franchises finalise squads at Chandigarh Golf League auction
Car battery saves the day as outage hits Gidderbaha hospital mid-surgery
New twist in the tussle: Baghel says Rahul is sole Cong face in Punjab
Punjabs anti-sacrilege law worries echo in Hong Kong
Old bombshell unearthed in Ferozepur, diffused
Congress seeks special package for Haryana, urges PM to address governance crisis
MDU suspends physical education HoD over illegal fines, harassment
Manishas family meets Bhiwani SP; threatens sit-in
2nd boys body recovered in Rohtak canal tragedy
2 friends killed after bike hits parked truck in Sonipat
Met Khalra murder convict ex-DSP in Mohali before media frenzy: Rights activist
Ex-DSPs release? Lawyer asks if 2nd sentence was served
Man posed as IPS officer, cheated woman & her family of Rs 31.5L
Khalras wife asks jathedar to set up peoples commission to probe disappearances
NEET paper leak shattered students dreams: Sukhu
Shongtong-Karchham hydro project to be ready by Apr 2027: Sukhu
After Kishau project, HP intensifies bid to recover BBMB dues
BJP sees Solan zila parishad win as indicator for 2027 HP polls
Wet spell continues to disrupt normal life in HP
Opposition calls Jind rallys eco-friendly tag an eyewash
21,159-page chargesheet pegs Panchkula funds scam at Rs 339cr
Haryana extends HSVP dispute settlement scheme till Dec 31
61 NCC Cadets Commissioned as Officers in Indian Armed Forces from Chandigarh University
61 NCC Cadets Commissioned as Officers in Indian Armed Forces from Chandigarh University
Traffic restrictions in several parts of Chandigarh in view of farmers' protest
Chandigarh police have announced traffic restrictions for Monday, July 13, from 10.30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on several major roads across the city.
Housing For All: J&K tops UTs in PMAY-U implementation
Srinagar, Jul 12: Jammu & Kashmir continues to remain at the top of the Union Territories in the implementation of the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Urban (PMAY-U & PMAY-U 2.0), recording the highest number of houses sanctioned and the largest amount of Central assistance among all Union Territories. According to the Annual Report 2025-26, released by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) in June 2026, on the physical and financial progress of PMAY-U and PMAYU 2.0, a total of 45,112 houses have been sanctioned in Jammu & Kashmir. The Union Territory has received Rs 534.75 crore as Central assistance against an approved assistance of Rs 714.86 crore. The figures place J&K well ahead of all other Union Territories. Delhi ranks second with 31,670 houses sanctioned, followed by Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu (DNH&DD) with 10,338 houses, Chandigarh with 1,277 houses, Andaman & Nicobar Islands with 377 houses, while Lakshadweep has no sanctioned houses under the scheme. The data also indicated steady progress over the previous reporting period ending March 31, 2025. During the nine-month period, the number of sanctioned houses in J&K increased from 47,040 to 45,112 under the updated accounting framework. The report revealed that the Central assistance released rose from Rs 523.48 crore to Rs 534.75 crore, reflecting an additional release of Rs 11.27 crore till last year. Among Union Territories, J&K has also secured the highest Central assistance. Delhi has received Rs 698.53 crore against an approved assistance of Rs 714.86 crore, while DNH&DD has received Rs 209.87 crore, Chandigarh Rs 28.85 crore, and Andaman & Nicobar Islands Rs 3.72 crore. Nationally, PMAY-U has sanctioned over 1.25 crore houses, with more than 98.6 lakh houses completed. The revamped PMAY-U 2.0, launched in September 2024, aims to provide financial support for one crore additional urban families over five years while continuing the completion of previously sanctioned projects. The data underscore Jammu & Kashmir's dominant position among Union Territories in both the physical and financial implementation of the flagship urban housing programme. Jammu and Kashmir has witnessed the completion of 31,173 houses under the much-hyped Housing for All scheme, out of a total of 39,153 sanctioned units.
Farmers march today: Traffic curbs on key Chandigarh roads from 10.30am
Police Advise Commuters To Use Alternate Routes; Protest Likely To Affect Traffic till 3pm
After 14 years, Sukhnas regulator end desilted; water-holding capacity set to rise
UT Removes 35,000 Cubic Metres Of Silt In 45-Day Exercise; IIT Roorkee Guided Project
Shatabdi among 5 trains to switch platforms during Chandigarh station upgrade
Changes To Remain In Effect From July 20-25 As Redevelopment Work Triggers Traffic Blocks
NCB seeks retired cops for trial court work in drug cases
Four Consultant Posts Open In Chandigarh Zone; Applications Invited Till July 15
5 new sewage plants planned for Panchkula
HSVP To Provide Land Free Of Cost; Projects Aimed At Boosting Wastewater Treatment And Curbing Sewage Discharge
Police bust Delhi-Tricity cocaine racket; nab Nigerian national
Merc driver masks plates, plows into 2 men after tiff outside Chandigarh nightclub
As Sukhna inches to danger mark, admn sets up 24x7 control room
2 foreign nationals held for Rs 13L fraud
Mans body fished out of Ghaggar, search on for other
CII, PHDCCI seek one-time migration window to Punjab Industrial Policy-2026
26-year-old woman found hanging at Sector 23 home
40,000 visitors, 200 mango varieties mark grand finale of Pinjore Mango Mela
Opposition to Punjab head remains the glue holding Congress factions together
SAD (Punar Surjit) seeks truth commission on Punjab militancy
BJP joins Congress infighting, seeks Warrings apology over remark
Guru Nanak Dev University confers degrees on 456 students at 51st convocation
2 minor cousins drown in water tank in Abohar
Mustafa urges Congress high command to revisit Warring decision
Second Himachal engineer found dead in Wayanad landslide
4 year degree programme in HP colleges: Teachers express concern over staff shortage, poor infra
Central varsity rolls out Chinese language, Buddhist & Tibetan studies courses
How bankers & babus pulled off Haryanas Rs 590cr fraud
Haryana Congress begins grassroots overhaul, Dutt to tour 5 districts
Sonipat police verify 1,632 criminals under RJSF campaign
Lasting tribute to environmental legacy: Saini inaugurates Khejadli sacrifice memorial at GJUST
Rights panel takes cognisance of newborns death, orders state-wide review
Another accused held in Rs 75L narcotics tablets seizure case
Indira Gandhi assassins MP son pledges Rs 1cr for Khalra memorial
Govt betrayed Chanot residents, claims Hooda
Class X Navodaya student found dead in hostel; family alleges murder
Cyber fraud complaints up 44x in 7 years in Bathinda
Shopkeeper arrested after viral video shows minor tortured over suspected theft
Chandigarh hit-and-run: Speeding Mercedes hits 2 outside nightclub; driver flees
Two youths were injured after a speeding Mercedes car hit them outside a Chandigarh nightclub. The driver fled the scene while passersby recorded the incident on their phones. Police are investigating the matter and searching for the absconding driver. Both injured individuals were admitted to the hospital for treatment. Authorities are reviewing CCTV footage to identify the vehicle and its driver.
