Punjab-Haryana High Court Advocates Carpooling Amid Fuel Crisis
Chandigarh, May 22: The Punjab-Haryana High Court has emphasized the importance of carpooling and digital hearings in light of the ongoing fuel crisis. The court noted the current global fuel shortage and urged judges to adopt carpooling instead of commuting alone to the court. This initiative is expected to foster a positive change in the ... Read more Punjab-Haryana High Court Advocates Carpooling Amid Fuel Crisis
Sonam Bajwa Appeals to Punjab CM on Stray Dog Issue
Chandigarh, May 22: Actress Sonam Bajwa has made a heartfelt appeal to Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann regarding the issue of stray dogs. In a social media post, Bajwa emphasized that the Supreme Court has not ordered the mass removal of stray dogs. She urged CM Mann to reconsider the situation and adopt a compassionate ... Read more Sonam Bajwa Appeals to Punjab CM on Stray Dog Issue
Supreme Court to hear plea challenging quashing of rioting case against Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann
The Chandigarh administration has approached the Supreme Court challenging a decision of the Punjab and Haryana High Court that quashed criminal proceedings against Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann and several leaders of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) in a case relating to rioting and unlawful assembly. The Bench of Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya [] The post Supreme Court to hear plea challenging quashing of rioting case against Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann appeared first on India Legal .
Two Students Killed As Bus Overturns On Amritsar-Pathankot National Highway
Chandigarh, May 22: A private bus overturned on the Amritsar-Pathankot national highway on Friday, leaving two students dead and five injured, police said. The deceased, both aged around 23, hailed from Jammu, Station House Officer Rajwant Kaur said. The deceased were students of a college in Punjab, she said, adding that around 10 students were among the passengers travelling in the bus. Five injured, including three who sustained head injuries, were shifted to a hospital in Gurdaspur, the officer said. [] The post Two Students Killed As Bus Overturns On Amritsar-Pathankot National Highway appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Student drowns after slipping into deep water at Haryana Sports University's swimming pool
A postgraduate student tragically drowned in Haryana Sports University's swimming pool, sparking safety concerns. Nishant Gautam, a final-year student, reportedly slipped into deeper water. Investigations are underway into delayed information and the presence of a lifeguard, as authorities scrutinize safety protocols and emergency responses following the incident.
Pathankot Man Sends Live Feed Of Forces Movement To Pakistan-Based Handlers; Arrested
Chandigarh/Pathankot, May 21: A resident of Punjabs Pathankot was arrested on charges of spying for Pakistan-based handlers, police said on Thursday. Preliminary investigation revealed that Baljit Singh, a resident of Chakk Dhariwal village, had installed a CCTV camera at a shop located near a bridge on the National Highway-44 to allegedly keep an eye on the movement of the army and paramilitary forces, police said, adding that he was transmitting the live feed to Pakistan-based handlers. During questioning, the accused [] The post Pathankot Man Sends Live Feed Of Forces Movement To Pakistan-Based Handlers; Arrested appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Punjab govt to launch campaign against stray, killer dogs: CM Mann
CHANDIGARH, May 21: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Thursday said his government will launch a campaign starting Friday against stray and killer dogs which endanger the lives of people. On May 19, the Supreme Court in a significant verdict allowed euthanasia of rabid, incurably ill, dangerous and aggressive dogs to curb threat to human lives, saying the right to live with dignity encompasses the right to move freely without the threat of harm from canines. Following the Honourable Supreme [] The post Punjab govt to launch campaign against stray, killer dogs: CM Mann appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CITCO marks Tea Day with special brews, combos across properties
Congress Opposes Voter Manipulation in Haryana Amid SIR Process Support
Chandigarh, May 22: Rao Narendra Singh, the Haryana Congress state president, expressed support for the ongoing SIR (Systematic Voter Registration) process in the state, emphasizing the need for improvements in the voter list. However, he condemned any political party that manipulates the voter list for electoral gain, stating that Congress will oppose such actions. Singh ... Read more Congress Opposes Voter Manipulation in Haryana Amid SIR Process Support
CE inspects Sector 38 water issue, orders checks on supply lines
SC norms on strays see little progress in Panchkula after 6 months
3,858 dog bites in April expose gap in SC norms enforcement in Chandigarh
Mayor meets Union min on Chandigarhs green agenda
PGIMER hosts 800+ HP students under Project SARATHI
Identify land, set up shelters: Mohali DC
55L stock scam: man duped via WhatsApp group
Visa fraud cases worth 1 crore registered against immigration firms
Selja pulls up Fatehabad officials over sanitation, incomplete works
Woman sentenced to life term for killing 3-yr-old daughter in Amritsar hotel
CBI beats 90-day deadline, files 10k-page chargesheet in Hry bank scam
Act of god: NHAI says landslides not due to Shimla 4-lane project
Haryana CM orders action against officials, perpetrators during public grievance hearing in Ladwa
31 inmates flee Moga de-addiction centre after scuffle with guard
Dera heads pending plea in SC stalls 2015 sacrilege trials
Haryana Schools to Remain Closed for Summer Vacation from May 25 to June 30
Chandigarh, May 21: In response to the extreme heat and ongoing heatwave conditions, the Haryana governments Directorate of School Education has announced a summer vacation for all government and private schools in the state. According to the issued order, schools will be closed from May 25, 2026 (Monday) to June 30, 2026 (Tuesday). They will ... Read more Haryana Schools to Remain Closed for Summer Vacation from May 25 to June 30
Jalandhar Cong alleges voter list manipulation
Police take out flag march in Batala
Pb DGP search: UPSC seeks status of pending cases against vigilance chief
Thinking of talking to govt on anti-sacrilege law: Guv
HC stays transfer of Punjab sports varsitys exam controller
Sanitation workers have called off strike after talks with govt: Cheema
Punjab ageing faster while child population share lower than national average
Line of fire from the hills to Punjab: Faridkot a fiery 45.9C, Una 44.3C
After Ayali exit, rift in Punar Surjit flagged
Cong welcomes HC order on DA payment to govt staff
VB arrests Moga revenue officers staff
Drugs and weapon smuggling module busted in Asr, 2 held
Charkhi Dadri tops Haryana in digital Census enumeration
Will invite Hooda for culmination of Sadbhav Yatra, syas Birender
CM, Vij inspect 1857 Shaheed Smarak in Ambala Cantt
BLOs to make 3 visits during Hry electoral roll revision
Governor reviews operations at Bhakra Dam, stresses water conservation
Factory fire: 1 dead & 2 missing, cops struggle with worker count
Punjab Set to Host Mens Asian Hockey Championship Trophy for the First Time
Chandigarh, May 21: Punjab is gearing up to host the Mens Asian Hockey Championship Trophy for the first time. Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann held a meeting with officials from the Hockey Federation of India on Thursday to review the preparations. CM Mann shared the news on social media platform X, stating, Today, I had ... Read more Punjab Set to Host Mens Asian Hockey Championship Trophy for the First Time
CBSE's 3-language mandate adds a new layer of stress in classes 9 & 10
In Chandigarh, parents are voicing their worries about the CBSE's recent decision to introduce a mandatory third language for students in Classes 9 and 10 starting in 2026-27. Their primary concerns revolve around the potential increase in academic stress and possible hindrances to ongoing foreign language programs.
Bomb Threats Target Schools and Haryana CM Office in Chandigarh
Chandigarh, May 21: Schools and government offices across the country have been receiving threatening messages. In a recent incident, several schools in Chandigarh and the Haryana Chief Ministers office received bomb threats on Thursday. The threats were communicated via email. The message warned of a bomb explosion at Chandigarh schools at 1:11 PM, stating, The ... Read more Bomb Threats Target Schools and Haryana CM Office in Chandigarh
Major Drug and Arms Trafficking Bust in Amritsar: 5.5 Kg Heroin and 4 Pistols Seized
Chandigarh, May 21: The Punjab Police have achieved another significant success in their ongoing battle against drug and illegal arms trafficking. The Counter Intelligence team in Amritsar has dismantled an international trafficking module. Two traffickers were arrested during this operation, with authorities seizing 5.5 kilograms of heroin, four pistols, and ten rounds of ammunition. Punjabs ... Read more Major Drug and Arms Trafficking Bust in Amritsar: 5.5 Kg Heroin and 4 Pistols Seized
No-vehicle Wednesday: Chandigarh bosses, staff trade car keys for cycles, bus rides
UT Administrator, Chief Secretary Lead Chandigarhs Fuel Conservation Push
Ayali quits SAD (Punar Surjit), says wont join parties run from Delhi
Ex-BJP MLAs son among 7 jailed for 10 years in Ambala attempt-to-murder case
SGPC calls Panthic Conference to discuss anti-sacrilege law
Punjab farm fire cases fall to 37 in a day; 738 FIRs filed so far
Heat wave scorches Punjab, Haryana and Himachal; Rohtak hottest at 46.9C
Punjab govt defends its finances amid debt row
Punjab announces free bus travel for NEET aspirants
MDU non-teaching staff sit on protest against VC
Entry tax: Farmers to blockade HP in June
SAD MLA files complaints against DSP over misconduct, he refutes allegations
Karnal bizman drowns during bid to save wife, body found after 3 days
Six hurt, 1 missing in Rewari ink plant fire
3 youths held with live hand grenade in Fazilka
MES employee dies by suicide at Rewari home, leaves behind pregnant wife, 1-year-old son
Gangstran Te Vaar: 30,721 persons held in 4 months
Political Tensions Rise Over Rahul Gandhis Remarks, BJP Leaders Demand Apology
Chandigarh, May 20: Political tensions have escalated following remarks made by Congress leader Rahul Gandhi in the Lok Sabha regarding Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, and the RSS. Several BJP leaders and ministers have condemned his statements and are demanding an apology. Haryana Minister Anil Vij responded to Gandhis comments, asserting that ... Read more Political Tensions Rise Over Rahul Gandhis Remarks, BJP Leaders Demand Apology
Misappropriation of Home Guard funds: Haryana Vigilance Bureau files graft case
Labourer dies in construction site mishap, 2 others hurt
Major canal breach in Sirsa district, several acres of farmland under water
Farmer body demands early procurement of sunflower crop
Anil Vij visits protest site, accepts memorandum from power employees
Mann attends court hearing in defamation case via video link
2 Himanshu Bhau gang shooters held after STF encounter in Kurukshetra
Archery coach gets 5-year jail for sexually harassing minor player
12kg ice, 14kg heroin seized in Amritsar & Ferozepur
Punjab Governor Lays Foundation for Road Under Bridge in Chandigarh
Chandigarh, May 20: Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria was welcomed by Union Minister of State for Railways Ravneet Singh Bittu on Wednesday. This was during the foundation stone-laying ceremony for a bridge at Level Crossing Number 123 in Baltana on the Ambala-Chandigarh rail segment. Addressing the gathering, Governor Kataria emphasized the pivotal role of Indian ... Read more Punjab Governor Lays Foundation for Road Under Bridge in Chandigarh
India Taxi Service Set to Launch in Jaipur Next Month
Jaipur, May 20: Following successful launches in cities like New Delhi, Lucknow, Mumbai, and Chandigarh, the cooperative model taxi service, India Taxi, is set to expand to Jaipur. The service is scheduled to begin in the first week of June. The primary goal of this initiative is to provide affordable and safe transportation for passengers ... Read more India Taxi Service Set to Launch in Jaipur Next Month
Custody battle in court: Woman kidnaps 5-yr-old daughter, arrested
Soon, get passenger info and route maps at bus queue shelters in Chandigarh
Recruitment Open for 9 Positions Including Pharmacist in ECHS, Apply by June 6
Chandigarh, May 20: The Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS) has announced recruitment for various positions at its polyclinics in Sri Ganganagar and Hanumangarh. This includes roles for medical officers, dental officers, paramedical staff, and non-medical personnel. The available positions include Officer In Charge (for ex-servicemen only), Medical Officer, Dental Officer, Pharmacist, Nursing Assistant, Dental Hygiene ... Read more Recruitment Open for 9 Positions Including Pharmacist in ECHS, Apply by June 6
Punjab Government Offers Free Bus Travel for NEET Aspirants
Chandigarh, May 20: Former Delhi Chief Minister and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Arvind Kejriwal has been vocal against the NEET paper leak, engaging directly with students to hear their concerns. In a significant move, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has announced free bus travel for students participating in the NEET examination. In a post ... Read more Punjab Government Offers Free Bus Travel for NEET Aspirants
AAP to break previous record in 2027 Punjab assembly polls: Kejriwal
CHANDIGARH, May 20: AAP national convener Arvind Kejriwal on Wednesday expressed confidence that his party would break its previous record in the 2027 assembly elections in Punjab, claiming that there is pro-incumbency in favour of his outfit. He also slammed the opposition parties, alleging that they are left with no issue to raise and hence abuse Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann. Kejriwal reached Ludhiana on a two-day visit to hold meetings with the party leaders in preparation for the state assembly [] The post AAP to break previous record in 2027 Punjab assembly polls: Kejriwal appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Punjab Governor Advocates Eco-Friendly Travel with E-Bus Initiative
Chandigarh, May 20: Amid global crises, Prime Minister Narendra Modis call for fuel conservation has sparked initiatives across the country. In line with this movement, Punjab Governor and Chandigarh Administrator Gulab Chand Kataria arrived at a railway event today using an electric bus. He emphasized the need for collective efforts to ensure the nations progress ... Read more Punjab Governor Advocates Eco-Friendly Travel with E-Bus Initiative
No-Car Day In Chandigarh: Punjab Governor Takes Electric Bus; Officials Ride Bicycles To Work
CHANDIGARH, May 20: Punjab Governor and Chandigarh Administrator Gulab Chand Kataria on Wednesday travelled by an electric bus while many officials commuted to work using bicycles as the Union territory observed the first no car-day. Last week, the governor asked UT officials to avoid using four-wheelers every Wednesday in the wake of Prime Minister Narendra Modis appeal to cut down fuel consumption. He encouraged officials to ride bicycles, walk or use public transport. The Chandigarh administration made special transport arrangements [] The post No-Car Day In Chandigarh: Punjab Governor Takes Electric Bus; Officials Ride Bicycles To Work appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
New Underbridge Inaugurated in Chandigarh to Ease Traffic for Nearly 1 Million Vehicles Daily
Chandigarh, May 20: Union Minister of State for Railways, Ravneet Singh Bittu, inaugurated a new underbridge on Wednesday to enhance public convenience. Speaking to the media, he emphasized that this project will significantly relieve the daily commuters. Bittu stated, Many projects are evaluated solely based on their financial aspects. While large projects can cost hundreds ... Read more New Underbridge Inaugurated in Chandigarh to Ease Traffic for Nearly 1 Million Vehicles Daily
Manpreet Ayali resigns from breakaway Akali Dal faction; distances himself from SAD
Rebel SAD MLA Manpreet Singh Ayali resigned from the Shiromani Akali Dal (Punar Surjit) and its 'Panthic unity coordination committee'. Ayali cited the inclusion of leaders who had lost moral authority, as per Akal Takht hukamnama, as the reason for his departure. He praised Amritpal Singh's faction and declared he would not join Delhi-run parties or return to the SAD.
Punjab Police Arrests Two Linked To International Smuggling Racket, Recover 10 Kg ICE, 4 Kg Heroin
CHANDIGARH, May 20: The Punjab Police on Wednesday said it has busted an international drug smuggling module with the arrest of two persons and recovery of 10 kilograms of ICE (methamphetamine) and 4 kilograms of heroin. Preliminary investigation revealed that the accused were in contact with a Dubai-based drug smuggler operating from Abu Dhabi or Dubai and were acting under his directions to traffic narcotics in Punjab and Delhi, DGP Gaurav Yadav said. One of the accused had recently returned [] The post Punjab Police Arrests Two Linked To International Smuggling Racket, Recover 10 Kg ICE, 4 Kg Heroin appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
How Canada-based suitor planned Punjabi singer Inder Kaurs murder, fled India the same night
Punjabi singer Inder Kaur was allegedly murdered in a chilling plot orchestrated by a Canada-based suitor who traveled to India via Nepal. Police recovered her decomposed body from a canal six days after her abduction, suspecting she was shot inside her car and then dumped. The prime accused, Sukhwinder Singh, allegedly targeted her due to marriage and financial disputes.
ETO suicide: Former Vigilance SP, bizman get 3-yr jail
