5 elite localities in Chandigarh powering its luxury property boom
Chandigarh is known for its planned layout, greenery, and high standard of living. Over the years, certain sectors - especially the single-digit ones, have emerged as prime real estate hubs due to their exclusivity, infrastructure, and elite residents.
Lukkhe: FIR against Yograj for derogatory remarks against women
Yograj Singh has landed in legal trouble after advocate Ujjval Bhasin filed a complaint over allegedly derogatory remarks against women in the web series Lukkhe. The controversy has escalated with an FIR being registered in Chandigarh
Two arrested for blast outside BSF Punjab Frontier HQ gate; larger conspiracy under probe
Punjab Police apprehended two individuals, Anil Kumar and Umardin, in connection with the May 5 explosion outside the BSF Punjab Frontier headquarters. Sources indicate they planted the explosive, suggesting a wider conspiracy. The blast, which injured a delivery boy, was followed by another explosion near the Amritsar Army cantonment, sparking political accusations.
17th 3-day Research Methodology Workshop concludes at GMC Srinagar
Srinagar, May 14:The Department of Community Medicine, Government Medical College (GMC) Srinagar successfully conducted the 17th threeday Research Methodology Workshop from May 1214 2026, aimed at strengthening research skills among medical faculty, postgraduate students, and young researchers from medical colleges, dental college and Research institutions across Jammu and Kashmir. The workshop was inaugurated by Prof. (Dr) Iffat Hassan Shah, Principal, GMC Srinagar, who highlighted the critical role of highquality research in advancing healthcare delivery and medical education. She noted that structured training in research methods is essential for developing a scientific temperament among medical professionals and for promoting evidencebased practice in the region, said a press release. The workshop featured distinguished national and regional experts, including Prof. (Dr) R. M. Pandey, ICMRDr A. S. Paintal Distinguished Scientist Chair, National Institute of Data Health and Data Sciences, New Delhi; Prof. (Dr) Sonu Goel, Professor, Department of Community Medicine and School of Public Health, PGIMER Chandigarh; and Prof. (Dr) Shariq Masoodi, Former Professor & Head, Department of Endocrinology and ex-Dean, Medical Faculty, SKIMS Soura. From GMC Srinagar, Prof. (Dr) S. M. Salim Khan, Head of the Department of Community Medicine & organising chairman, and Prof. (Dr) Mohammad Iqbal Pandit served as faculty resource persons while Dr. Inaamul Haq was the organising secretary of the workshop. Prof. (Dr) S. M. Salim Khan stated that the workshop was designed to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of both theoretical foundations and practical applications of biomedical research. The sessions covered essential components, including research problem identification, selection of study design, data collection techniques, statistical analysis, scientific writing, and research ethics. More than 30 faculty members and postgraduate students from various medical colleges in Jammu and Kashmir participated in the programme which was accredited by J&K Medical Council with 12 CME Credit Hours. The workshop included interactive lectures, group discussions, and handson training sessions. Participants engaged in activities related to framing research titles and objectives, calculating sample size, planning data analysis, and preparing proposals for grant funding. A key highlight of the workshop was the presentation and peer review of draft research proposals prepared by the participants. Expert faculty provided detailed feedback and guidance on refining study designs, improving methodological rigor, and approaching national and international funding agencies for research grants. The programme aimed to promote a culture of scientific inquiry and enhance the quality of health research conducted across Government Medical Colleges in Kashmir. By equipping participants with structured training in study design, data management, and scientific writing, the workshop is expected to significantly improve research standards and foster evidencebased medical education in the region. The handson proposal development component was particularly appreciated, as it enabled participants to translate research ideas into fundable, methodologically sound projects, thereby increasing the likelihood of securing competitive research grants. In the long term, the workshop is envisioned to strengthen institutional research capacity, promote innovation, and support improved public health outcomes in Jammu and Kashmir.
J&K police will 'hunt and hound' ISI-linked drug operatives: DGP
Srinagar, May 14: Jammu and Kashmir Director General of Police (DGP) Nalin Prabhat on Thursday issued a stern warning to Pakistan-based gangster Shahzad Bhatti, accusing him of working in tandem with Pakistans intelligence establishment to push narcotics and fuel narco-terror activities in the Union Territory. Addressing a press conference here, the police chief said security agencies would relentlessly pursue Bhatti and dismantle the infrastructure supporting the narcotics trade. A warning to Pakistan-based Shezad Bhati, who is ISIs acolyte and partner in pumping narcotics into India: We will hunt and hound you and your associates, and decimate your evil infrastructure, Prabhat said. He was flanked by Special DG Coordination SJM Geelani, IGP Kashmir, V K Birdi and IG Crime Sarah Rizvi. The DGP said Jammu and Kashmir Police has intensified its fight against narco-terrorism alongside its counter-terror operations, describing drug trafficking as a major threat to society and national security. While firmly focusing on combating Pakistani-sponsored terrorism, J-K Police has paid equal attention to the menace of narco-terrorism under the leadership of Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha through the Nasha Mukt Abhiyan launched on April 11, he said. Highlighting the achievements of the anti-drug campaign, Prabhat said the police force has registered significant progress since 2023 in curbing narcotics-related crimes, particularly through aggressive property attachments and preventive detentions. J&K Police has shown consistent performance since the year 2023 in all parameters. There have been sustained property attachments, and from 2023 to 2026, in terms of attachment of property, there has been a 12-fold increase, he said. According to the DGP, Jammu and Kashmir Police ranked third nationally in 2025 for property attachments linked to narcotics proceeds and secured the top rank in the country for PIT NDPS detentions. There have been 240 PIT NDPS detentions, for which J-K Police has been ranked number one in the country in 2025, he added. Prabhat said the Nasha Mukt Abhiyan has resulted in a substantial rise in enforcement activity, with a nearly seven-fold increase in NDPS cases across the Union Territory. Eight hundred and six persons have been arrested in 724 cases registered under the NDPS Act, he said. Among the major arrests, the DGP named Gulzar Ahmad alias Lau Gujjar, wanted in 28 cases, and Avneet Singh alias Nagi, wanted in 17 narcotics-related cases in Jammu province. Both have been apprehended recently in successful operations conducted by Jammu Police, he said. Giving details of the seizures made during the campaign, Prabhat said police recovered 667 kilograms of narcotics and 19,000 units of psychotropic substances. He further said preventive action has been initiated against 24 habitual drug offenders and that 97 properties worth Rs 41.85 crore linked to narcotics trafficking have been identified and attached. Anantnag Police attached properties worth Rs 6.17 crore in a single case, which is the largest attachment in one case so far, he said. In a first-of-its-kind action, Jammu and Kashmir Police also attached properties located outside the Union Territory, including in Punjab and Chandigarh. Properties linked with narcotics proceeds have been attached in Gurdaspur, Pathankot and Chandigarh, the DGP said. Prabhat also revealed that 41 illegally acquired properties worth nearly Rs 15 crore, raised through narcotics proceeds, have been demolished after following due legal procedures. On efforts to destroy illegal cultivation, he said police teams destroyed poppy and cannabis crops spread over 117 kanals of land. The DGP said awareness and sensitisation campaigns remain a major component of the anti-drug initiative. More than 2,401 awareness programmes have been conducted across schools, colleges and public places in identified hotspots, covering over three lakh participants, he said. Prabhat also said the police intensified inspections of pharmaceutical establishments to prevent misuse of prescription drugs. A total of 5,238 chemists and druggists have been checked, and action has been initiated against 151 erring establishments, he added. The police chief further said authorities have suspended or cancelled driving licences of 162 persons involved in narcotics cases, besides acting against 92 vehicle registration certificates linked to drug trafficking. Ten passports have also been recommended for impounding, he said, asserting that the crackdown against narcotics networks and their financial ecosystem would continue with full force.
Bumrah may be rested for Afghanistan Test
New Delhi, May 14: The Ajit Agarkar-led senior mens selection committee is likely to meet next week to finalise squads for Indias one off Test against Afghanistan and the subsequent three ODIs. The one-off Test will be played in New Chandigarh from June 6-10, while the ODIs will take place in Dharamshala, Lucknow, and Chennai []
Civic body readies storm, sewer network for rains
Service entrusted by Guru Sahib himself: Bhagwant Mann on enacting new anti-sacrilege law
Ravneet Singh Bittu flags off non-AC train between Amritsar & New Jalgaipuri
Jathedar, former SC judge discuss anti-sacrilege law
Daily wager ends life at Khudda Jassu home
Rural sweep powers BJP win; Cong holds urban pockets in Panchkula
2 murders in Amritsar: Man hacked to death, youth shot & body dumped on road
Govt school students shine in Punjab Class 12 merit list
Why not earlier?: Cong leaders slams ECs announcement of SIR in Punjab
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann, Western Army commander discuss border security, disaster response
Special summary revision campaign to start from June 15 in Haryana
Murder accused named in 13 FIRs shot in late-night police encounter
Amrinder Singh Raja Warring questions timing of SIR exercise ahead of Pb polls
2 drown in Satluj while crossing over to Pak in Ferozepur
2 days after minors death due to forced drug dose, woman arrested
Agnipath exam from June 1-12, admit cards from May 15
Will hunt down drug syndicates, cross-border handlers: DGP Abid Bashir Srinagar, May 14: Director General of Police (DGP) NalinPrabhat on Thursday saidthat Pakistan-sponsoredterrorism andnarco trade remain the biggest threats facing Jammu andKashmir, asserting thatpolice will continue an aggressive crackdown on drug syndicates, cross-border handlers and terror-linked narcotics networks. Addressing a press conference at the Police Control Room (PCR) here, the DGP said that the Nasha Mukt Abhiyan has significantly intensified anti-drug operations across Jammu and Kashmir. He said police have shown consistent performance in the war against narcotics since 2023, particularly in property attachments, preventive detentions and seizure of contraband substances.There has been a sustained increase in attachment of properties linked with narcotics trafficking from 2023 to 2026. J&K Police has been ranked number three nationally during 2025 in this regard, he said. The DGP said that 240 PIT-NDPS detentions were carried out in 2025, for which J&K Police ranked first in the country. Specifically under the Nasha Mukt Abhiyan, there has been nearly a seven-fold increase in NDPS cases compared to last year, he said. He said 806 persons involved in the narcotics trade have been arrested in 724 NDPS cases registered across Jammu and Kashmir. Among the major arrests was that of Gulzar Ahmad alias Love Gujar, who was wanted in 28 cases and Avneet Singh alias Nagi, who was wanted in 17 cases in Jammu province, he said. Prabhat said police seized 667 kilograms of narcotics and over 90,000units of psychotropic substancesduring the campaign.Preventive action has also been taken against 24 habitual drug offenders, he added. The DGP further said 97 properties worth Rs 41.85 crore linked with narcotics trafficking have been identified and attached so far. Anantnag Police attached properties worth Rs 6.17 crore in a single case. In a first-of-its-kind, J&K Police has attached properties beyond the territorial limits of J&K, including one each in Gurdaspur, Pathankot and Chandigarh, he said. He added that Kulgam Police also attached properties worth Rs 93 lakh in the Beni Charana area of Jammu to establish backward linkages in narcotics cases. The police chief said 41 properties worth nearly Rs 15croreidentified as proceeds ofthe narcotics trade have also been demolished after following due legal process. Illicit poppy and cannabis cultivation spread over 117 kanals of land has been destroyed during the drive, he said. Prabhat said there has been a focused inspection of pharmaceutical establishments. At least 5,238 chemists and drug shops were checked while action was initiated against 151 erring establishments. 4,962 kilograms of narcotics and 6,493 units of psychotropic substances were disposed of during the campaign, he said. The DGP said driving licences of 162 persons involved in narcotics cases were either cancelled or suspended, while registration certificates of 92 vehicles used in drug trafficking were also cancelled or suspended. Besides, recommendations have been made for impounding 10 passports linked to narcotics-related activities, he said.
Advocate Ujjval Bhasin registered a complaint with Chandigarh Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP), Kanwardeep Kaur, against former cricketer Yuvraj Singh's father Yograj Singh for making alleged derogatory statements against women in the web series 'Lukkhe'
EC Announces Staggered Rollout Of SIR Phase 3 In 16 States, 3 UTs
NEW DELHI, May 14: The Election Commission on Thursday announced the rollout of phase 3 of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in 16 states and three Union Territories involving 36.73 crore voters in a phased manner beginning May 30. The states and UTs where the SIR will be carried out are Delhi, Odisha, Mizoram, Sikkim, Manipur, Uttarakhand, Andhra Pradesh, Arunachal Pradesh, Haryana, Chandigarh, Telangana, Punjab, Karnataka, Meghalaya, Maharashtra, Jharkhand, Nagaland, Tripura, Dadar and Nagar Haveli and Daman [] The post EC Announces Staggered Rollout Of SIR Phase 3 In 16 States, 3 UTs appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Selectors Likely To Meet Next Week To Pick Squads For Indias Test, Three ODIs Against Afghanistan
The Ajit Agarkar: The Ajit Agarkar-led senior mens selection committee is likely to meet next week to finalise squads for Indias oneoff Test against Afghanistan and the subsequent three ODIs. The one-off Test will be played in New Chandigarh from June 6-10, while the ODIs will take place in Dharamshala, Lucknow, and Chennai on June 14, 17, and 20, respectively. According to sources tracking the development, informal communication has already gone out to players in contention for a gradual increase in their playing workload in IPL 2026 in preparation for the games that will follow once IPL 2026 ends on May 31. The selectors are likely to meet around next week to take a call on the squads. It is yet to be known if the squads will be announced on the day the selectors meet or if they announce it once the IPL 2026 playoffs are over, a source told IANS on Thursday. It is understood that while the batting group wont see many changes for the Test against Afghanistan, a point of discussion in the meeting will be the make-up of the bowling group. Ace pacer Jasprit Bumrah could be rested from the one-off contest to manage him for future assignments. The selectors are likely to meet around next week to take a call on the squads. It is yet to be known if the squads will be announced on the day the selectors meet or if they announce it once the IPL 2026 playoffs are over, a source told IANS on Thursday. Also Read: Live Cricket Score For the ODIs, no major surprises are anticipated, though the second wicketkeeper slot could be a point of discussion. Rishabh Pants inconsistent run in IPL 2026 has coincided with Ishan Kishan being in red-hot form since his return to the India T20I set-up. has strengthened his case. Another key discussion is expected around the spinbowling allrounder role, for which the toss-up is between Axar Patel and Ravindra Jadeja. Article Source: IANS
Pak-sponsored terrorism, narco trade biggest threats; will hunt down drug syndicates: J&K DGP
Srinagar, May 14: Director General of Police (DGP), Nalin Prabhat on Thursday said the force is fighting a decisive battle against Pakistan-sponsored terrorism and narco-terrorism, warning cross-border drug syndicates and their handlers of strict action. Addressing a press conference at PCR Kashmir, the DGP, per news agencyKashmir News Observer (KNO), said that Nasha Mukt Abhiyan has significantly intensified anti-drug operations across Jammu and Kashmir. He said Police has shown consistent performance in the war against narcotics since 2023, particularly in property attachments, preventive detentions and seizure of contraband substances. There has been a sustained increase in attachment of properties linked with narcotics trafficking from 2023 to 2026. J&K Police has been ranked number three nationally during 2025 in this regard, he said. The DGP further said that 240 PIT-NDPS detentions were carried out in 2025, for which J&K Police ranked first in the country. Specifically under the Nasha Mukt Abhiyan, there has been nearly a seven-fold increase in NDPS cases compared to last year, he said. He said 806 persons involved in narcotics trade have been arrested in 724 NDPS cases registered across Jammu and Kashmir. Among the major arrests was that of Gulzar Ahmad alias Love Gujar, who was wanted in 28 cases and Avneet Singh alias Nagi, who was wanted in 17 cases in Jammu province, he said. The DGP said police seized 667 kilograms of narcotics and over 90,000 units of psychotropic substances during the campaign. Preventive action has also been taken against 24 habitual drug offenders. He further said 97 properties worth Rs 41.85 crore linked with narcotics trafficking have been identified and attached so far. Anantnag Police attached properties worth Rs 6.17 crore in a single case. In a first of its kind, J&K Police has attached properties beyond the territorial limits of J&K, including one each in Gurdaspur, Pathankot and Chandigarh, he said. He added that Kulgam Police also attached properties worth Rs 93 lakh in Beni Charana area of Jammu to establish backward linkages in narcotics cases. The DGP said 41 properties worth nearly Rs 15 crore identified as proceeds of narcotics trade have also been demolished after following due legal process. Illicit poppy and cannabis cultivation spread over 117 kanals of land has been destroyed during the drive. He also said that there has also been focused inspection of pharmaceutical establishments. At least 5,238 chemists and drug shops were checked while action was initiated against 151 erring establishments. 4,962 kilograms of narcotics and 6,493 units of psychotropic substances were disposed off during the campaign. He said driving licences of 162 persons involved in narcotics cases were either cancelled or suspended, while registration certificates of 92 vehicles used in drug trafficking were also cancelled or suspended. Besides, recommendations have been made for impounding 10 passports linked to narcotics-related activities, he added.
Punjab CM Honors Top Female Students as Board Exam Results Shine
Chandigarh, May 14: The Punjab School Education Board (PSEB) announced the results for the Class 12 (Intermediate) board exams on Wednesday. This year, 91.46% of candidates passed, with girls achieving an impressive pass rate of 94.73%, while boys recorded a pass percentage of 88.52%. Three female students topped the Punjab 12th Board exams, each scoring ... Read more Punjab CM Honors Top Female Students as Board Exam Results Shine
Travel influencer Shenaz Treasury has lauded Chandigarh as India's happiest and most livable city. She points to its excellent urban planning, where sectors function as mini-cities. The city's economic strength and abundant greenery also contribute to its appeal. Treasury notes Chandigarh's progressive social environment and cleanliness, attributing its design to architect Le Corbusier.
Punjab Governor Supports PM Modis Call for Fuel Conservation
Chandigarh, May 14: Punjab Governor and Chandigarh Administrator Gulab Chand Kataria has taken significant steps in response to Prime Minister Narendra Modis call for thriftiness and fuel conservation. He has instructed officials to refrain from using four-wheelers on Wednesdays, encouraging them to opt for bicycles or public transport instead. In an interview with a news ... Read more Punjab Governor Supports PM Modis Call for Fuel Conservation
BJP sweeps Haryana civic polls, wins 6 of 7 key posts
Revenue official seeks bribe to give possession of land despite court order
Garbage heaps mount, but Punjab sanitaton workers refuse to end stir
Farm fires rebound in Punjab, 424 new cases
MSP for kharif crops raised; insufficient, say farm groups
Moga court to hear defamation plea against Swati Maliwal on May 19
False case, pressure: Behind Punjabs high profile bribery racket
Punjab Governments Failures Highlighted by BJP Leader Tarun Chugh
Chandigarh, May 13: BJP National General Secretary Tarun Chugh has launched a scathing attack on Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, accusing him of employing various tactics to conceal his failures. In a recent conversation, Chugh stated that Mann resorts to pressuring media houses and YouTubers or making false allegations to distract from his shortcomings. He ... Read more Punjab Governments Failures Highlighted by BJP Leader Tarun Chugh
Punjab Board Results: 91.46% Pass Rate with Three Students Scoring 100%
Chandigarh, May 13: The Punjab School Education Board (PSEB) has announced the results of the Class 12 board examinations, revealing a pass percentage of 91.46%. This marks a slight improvement of 0.46% compared to the previous academic year. A total of 2,65,417 students appeared for the exams, with 2,42,755 successfully passing. Among the successful candidates, ... Read more Punjab Board Results: 91.46% Pass Rate with Three Students Scoring 100%
BJPs Akshita Saini elected Ambala mayor
Ex-IDFC employees arrested by ED for siphoning public funds worth Rs 645 crore
ED`s Chandigarh zonal office arrested Ribhav Rishi and Abhay Kumar, the two ex-employees of IDFC Bank. After arresting both the ex-employees under Section 19 of PMLA, 2002, they were produced before a special PMLA court, which granted 10 days ED custody of both the accused till May 21
Punjab Board Results: 91.46% Pass Rate with Three Students Achieving Perfect Scores
Chandigarh, May 13: A significant announcement has been made regarding the Punjab Boards Intermediate examination results. Dr. Amar Pal Singh, the Chairman of the Punjab School Education Board (PSEB), revealed the results for the 12th-grade board exams on Wednesday. This year, the Punjab Board has released results for all three streams: Science, Commerce, and Arts. ... Read more Punjab Board Results: 91.46% Pass Rate with Three Students Achieving Perfect Scores
Major Administrative Reshuffle in Punjab: Four IAS Officers Transferred
Chandigarh, May 13: The Punjab government has announced a significant administrative reshuffle, transferring four senior IAS officers. Official orders have been issued, directing all officers to assume their new roles immediately. Ramveer, IAS (2009 batch), has been appointed as the Commissioner of the Jalandhar Division. He will also serve as the Additional Administrative Secretary in ... Read more Major Administrative Reshuffle in Punjab: Four IAS Officers Transferred
AAP Accuses BJP of Responsibility in Shooting Incident Involving Diljit Dosanjhs Manager
Chandigarh, May 13: The shooting incident at the residence of Punjabi singer Diljit Dosanjhs manager has sparked serious allegations from Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader and Punjab minister Harpal Singh Cheema. He claims that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is responsible for the attack, which he links to Dosanjhs recent rejection of an offer to ... Read more AAP Accuses BJP of Responsibility in Shooting Incident Involving Diljit Dosanjhs Manager
Vote Counting Begins for Haryanas Urban Local Bodies
Chandigarh, May 13: The counting of votes for seven urban local bodies and 528 panchayats in Haryana commenced on Wednesday. This election features a direct contest between the ruling BJP and the main opposition party, Congress, with a voter turnout of 54.5 percent. The elections include municipal corporations in Ambala, Panchkula, and Sonipat, along with ... Read more Vote Counting Begins for Haryanas Urban Local Bodies
Lok adalats for cheque bounce cases on May 30, July 18
Panchkula gears up for multi-agency state flood drill tomorrow
Counting Today: BJP Eyes Sweep, Cong Wary
65K CHB Houses under review for changes
Chief secy pushes speedy execution of sports projects
UT CS issue directions
342 cops deployed for counting day
Boost for Kuldeep camp in Adampur panchayat poll; BJP-candidate 3rd
Jarkhand duo held with nearly 3kg opium in Hisar
Poonia family murder case convict distorting facts to gain sympathy: Victims kin in SC
Partymen camp outside EVM strong room
Part of customs: Families continue to buy gold for weddings despite PMs appeal
Raghav Goyals clout: Police cover, pics with Union ministers, now in CBI net
Sukhbir appears in Chandigarh court as Kotkapura firing trial starts
Farm union protests agri banks loan recovery practice
Raids politically motivated, BJP using CBI & ED to crush opposition voices: Aman Arora
Theft at Army solar site: 3 held
Traffic restrictions for counting day
Showers give Tricity a break from heat
Himachals push for tobacco-free future
BJP releases Sankalp Patra for Solan MC polls
Health dept told to prepare nutrition policy for HP by May 31
HC directs Una SP to probe fake driving licence racket
READY-HP key to strengthening disaster resilience: Sukhu
Scholar rises from Jind farm: Third in Class XII
BRO reopens strategic Manali-Leh national highway, traffic to resume soon
Drone hub in Hisar, auto unit in Sonipat: Hry approves policy to boost investment & jobs
Calls to mental health lifeline double in year
Peons from Haryana, officers from outside state: Congress slams Haryana recruitment policy
HC dismisses SGPC trust plea; HSGMC stakes claim to Miri Piri institute
Cultural clash over reels ends in double suicide
Newlywed woman among 2 killed as bus rams motorcycle
Punjab reports 74 farm fires, most cases from Ferozepur
Punjab Government to Implement Reservation Policy for Agniveers in State Jobs
Chandigarh, May 12: The Punjab government has announced its decision to create a reservation policy for Agniveers completing their tenure under the Agnipath scheme. This initiative aims to facilitate the reintegration of these young individuals into state government jobs. Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has established a high-level committee comprising civil and police officials to finalize ... Read more Punjab Government to Implement Reservation Policy for Agniveers in State Jobs
Himachal Pradesh Faces Severe Weather: 86 Cloudbursts and 121 Floods Recorded from 2023 to 2025
Chandigarh, May 12: Himachal Pradesh has reported 86 cloudbursts, 234 landslides, and 121 sudden flood incidents between 2023 and 2025, resulting in a staggering loss of 12,500 crores. This information emerged from a high-level meeting chaired by Chief Minister Sukhu. The meeting reviewed the Resilient Action for Development and Disaster Recovery in Himachal Pradesh (READY-HP) ... Read more Himachal Pradesh Faces Severe Weather: 86 Cloudbursts and 121 Floods Recorded from 2023 to 2025
CBI Raids Punjab Vigilance Bureau, Three Arrested in Bribery Case
Chandigarh, May 12: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) conducted a raid on the Punjab Vigilance Bureau office in Mohali on Tuesday. During the operation, three individuals were arrested, including an officers reader, O.P. Rana, a private driver, and a father-son duo acting as intermediaries. According to reports, the complainant alleged that the accused demanded ... Read more CBI Raids Punjab Vigilance Bureau, Three Arrested in Bribery Case
Chanel for Chandigarh, Mango for Mangaluru: Indias luxury map shifts beyond metros
India's retail landscape is shifting as smaller Tier-2 cities are now attracting global brands and premium malls, outperforming larger metros. A new study reveals a parallel retail economy emerging, driven by strong consumption power and modern infrastructure in these rapidly developing urban centers.
Punjab and Haryana HC announces skill test schedule for steno typist and sr scale posts
The High Court of Punjab and Haryana at Chandigarh has issued a public notice regarding recruitment skill tests for Steno Typist and Sr Scale Stenographer posts under Advt No 01/ST/HC/2026 and Advt No 02/SSS/HC/2026. Word Processing, Transcription and Spreadsheet Tests are scheduled tentatively for May 30, 2026 and May 31, 2026. E-Admit cards will be released on May 18, 2026 through an online portal, with instructions and updates available on the official website of Court.
The employee filed a consumer complaint against EPFO in the Chandigarh district commission and sought transfer of the balance amount along with interest, compensation, as well as litigation costs.
Employee wins Rs 50,000 compensation from EPFO for 10-year delay in processing EPF transfer claim
The Chandigarh Consumer Commission ruled that the EPFO cannot use software issues as an excuse for a decade-long delay in transferring an employee's PF funds. Despite the EPFO's claims of technical difficulties, the commission found an inordinate and unexplained delay, amounting to deficiency in service. The EPFO was directed to pay Rs 50,000 as compensation and litigation costs.
Rural students outshine urban peers as Punjab Class X pass percentage dips
Jewellers question one-sided sacrifice amid calls for economic restraint
Randhawa censures Centre, Modi over economic situation
Couples failed suicide pact in Hisar hotel ends in womans death
Storm-toppled sign misses van in Moga
