Kulgam Vendor Killed in Chandigarh Wall Collapse, Family Seeks Help
SRINAGAR: A tragic incident has claimed the life of a 65-year-old street vendor from Kulgam district after a wall collapsed on him at Naya Gaon area of Chandigarh, leaving his family shattered and in deep grief. The deceased has been identified as Gulzar Ahmad Malik, son of Wali Mohammad Malik, a resident of Bugam village []
We can get one man killed every day: Goldy Brar issues warning to Punjab government
Following the arrest of his parents, gangster Goldy Brar allegedly issued threats in a purported audio recording, warning Punjab Police and political leaders of retaliation and claiming the ability to kill one person daily. Brar justified past killings as settling old enmities and warned against further actions against his family, asserting his global reach.
A Minutes Silence Observed For IS Bindra, Ajit Pawar In Ranji Trophy Games In Chandigarh, Mumbai
BCCI President Mr Inderjit Singh: Players and officials observed a minutes silence in memory of former BCCI President IS Bindra and Maharashtras deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar ahead of the Ranji Trophy round seven fixtures in Chandigarh and Mumbai, respectively. Bindra, who served as the BCCI President from 1993 to 1996, apart from being the President of the Punjab Cricket Association (PCA), passed away at the age of 84 in New Delhi on Sunday. At the IS Bindra Cricket Stadium in Mohali, both the Punjab and Karnataka teams, along with match officials, observed a minutes silence before play began in the Elite Group B clash. A minute's silence was observed ahead of the Ranji Trophy match between Punjab and Karnataka in memory of former BCCI President Mr Inderjit Singh Bindra, who passed away on 25th January, 2026, at the age of 84, said the BCCI through its X account for domestic cricket on Thursday. Meanwhile, at the BKC Ground in Mumbai, players from both the Mumbai and Delhi teams, along with match officials, observed a minutes silence for Pawar, who passed away in a plane crash in Baramati, Maharashtra, on Wednesday, before play began in the Elite Group D clash. The players are also sporting black armbands in honour of Pawar. A minute's silence was observed ahead of the Ranji Trophy match between Punjab and Karnataka in memory of former BCCI President Mr Inderjit Singh Bindra, who passed away on 25th January, 2026, at the age of 84, said the BCCI through its X account for domestic cricket on Thursday. Also Read: Live Cricket Score A moment of silence was observed before the Ranji Trophy match between Mumbai and Delhi to pay tribute to the late Hon. Deputy Chief Minister Shri Ajit Dada Pawar, honouring his memory and contributions, wrote Ajinkya Naik, President of the Mumbai Cricket Association, on his X account. Article Source: IANS
BJP sweeps Chandigarh mayoral polls; Saurabh Joshi elected new mayor
CHANDIGARH, Jan 29: BJP councillor Saurabh Joshi was elected as the new mayor of the Chandigarh Municipal Corporation on Thursday as the party swept the mayoral polls by also securing the posts of senior deputy mayor and deputy mayor. In a three-cornered contest for the post of mayor of the Chandigarh civic body, BJP nominee Joshi secured 18 votes, Aam Aadmi Party candidate Yogesh Dhingra got 11 votes, while the Congress Gurpreet Singh Gabi secured seven votes. The polls were [] The post BJP sweeps Chandigarh mayoral polls; Saurabh Joshi elected new mayor appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
BJP councillor Saurabh Joshi elected Chandigarhs new mayor
In the three-cornered contest, Mr. Joshi secured 18 votes, AAP candidate Yogesh Dhingra got 11 votes, while the Congress Gurpreet Singh Gabi secured seven votes
BJP's Saurabh Joshi To Be Chandigarh Mayor
Chandigarh Mayor Saurabh Joshi: BJP's Saurabh Joshi To Be Chandigarh Mayor
BJP's Saurabh Joshi To Become Chandigarh's Next Mayor, Wins 18 Votes Against AAP's 11
Joshi received 18 votes in the Chandigarh mayoral election, while AAP's Yogesh Dhingra received 11 and Congress candidate Gurpreet Gabi got seven.
Chandigarh: BJPs Saurabh Joshi elected mayor as tight security marks MC polls
Chandigarh is set for its mayoral election today, with the BJP holding a significant lead. Tight security measures are in place, including CCTV surveillance and restricted access, as the election will be conducted by a show of hands for the first time. Candidates for mayor, senior deputy mayor, and deputy mayor have been nominated by the BJP, Congress, and AAP.
Punjab: Over 42 Kg Heroin Recovered In Amritsar
Chandigarh, Jan 29: Punjab Police on Thursday said it has recovered over 42 kg heroin along with four hand grenades and ammunition in Amritsar. Director General of Police Gaurav Yadav said two persons, residents of Amritsar, have been arrested in connection with the recovery. In a major breakthrough, Amritsar Rural police busts a major narco-arms consignment with the help of the Village Defence Committee (VDC) and recovers 42.983 kg heroin, 4 hand grenades, one Star Mark pistol, 46 live .30 [] The post Punjab: Over 42 Kg Heroin Recovered In Amritsar appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Several Delhi schools receive bomb threat emails; security on high alert
Multiple Delhi schools received bomb threat emails early Thursday, prompting immediate police action and extensive security sweeps. The threats, which also mentioned Chandigarh institutions, led to the deployment of K9 units and bomb disposal squads. Investigations are ongoing to identify the sender of the emails.
Milestone in child mental wellness: CCF & Chandigarh administration roll out project SAATHI
Bomb threat emails: Chandigarh parents body slams school safety response
Western Command sets tone for Indias proactive disaster response
5 strikes in hours: Robbers cross-city run ends in arrests
In administrative reshuffle, Sudhir Rajpal appointed Haryana home secretary
Undertrial gunned down outside Mohali SSP office; Goldy Brar gang claims responsibility
Manns tribute to Lala Lajpat Rai: Dhudike to become model village
AAP MLA threatens Rs 5cr defamation case over Rs 30L bribe charges
Excess rain again in Punjab & Haryana; expect more tomorrow
Chandigarh court accepts cancellation report in rape case against former JJP leader Godara
Dont you want your grandchildren to survive: HC to Haryana on tree cutting
Apprehension of threat to Abhay Chautala persists, UT tells HC
Dhaba owners meet Narbir over pollution compliance norms
Haryana BJP chief forms panels to facilitate joinings
Haryana CM calls for labs to certify organic farm produce
Hansi sewer deaths: Rights panel slams police probe, summons top officials
Woman murdered at home, gold looted
Haryana Congress chief for immediate relief for crop loss due to hailstorm
Two Punjab villages ban kite flying over deaths, injuries due to Chinese manjha
CHANDIGARH, Jan 28: Two gram panchayats in Sangrur and Bathinda districts in Punjab have decided to ban kite flying in their villages in the wake of recent deaths and injuries caused by the use of banned Chinese manjha, glass-coated synthetic strings used for flying kites. Two villages Jhaloor in Lehragaga block in Sangrur and Bhaini Chuhar in Bathinda passed resolutions in their respective panchayats to ban kite flying and the sale of kites. Jhaloor village Sarpanch Gurwinder Singh said [] The post Two Punjab villages ban kite flying over deaths, injuries due to Chinese manjha appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Smugglers ditch Dubai gold for hydroponic ganja from Thailand
Saroops cae: SGPC sub-office asks SIT for one more day
Golden Temple sarvoar sacrilege: Accused remanded in police custody
Murder at SSP office in Mohali: Pargat flays AAP govt, questions war against gangsters campaign
Inspired by Kapil Dev, how a Chandigarh coach produced two world-class all-rounders
From Kapil Dev to Yuvraj Singh and now Amanjot Kaur, Chandigarh has produced three World Cup-winning all-rounders. At the heart of the citys latest success story is coach Nagesh Gupta, who nurtured Amanjot and Kashvee Gautam from raw bowlers into elite seam-bowling all-rounders, blending skill, resilience and a long-term vision.
Over 25 Schools In Chandigarh Receive Bomb Threat Emails; All evacuated
Following a series of bomb threat emails, the Chandigarh administration advised people to remain calm and not panic.
Several schools in Chandigarh receive bomb threat emails; students evacuated
Several Chandigarh schools were evacuated after receiving bomb threat emails. Police, along with bomb disposal and sniffer dog squads, conducted thorough searches, students and staff were sent home The threats follow similar recent patterns of bomb threat email hoaxes in Punjab and Haryana
ED raids former Congress minister Sunder Sham Arora residence in Punjab
Officials from the Enforcement Directorate executed a search at the home of ex-Congress minister Sunder Sham Arora in Hoshiarpur. Having transitioned to the BJP, Arora found himself in legal hot water after his arrest by the Vigilance Bureau in October 2022 over allegations of possessing disproportionate assets and being involved in an investigation concerning the transfer of an industrial plot.
Several schools in Chandigarh receive bomb threat emails; students, staff evacuated
Chandigarh schools receive bomb threat emails; campuses evacuated, holidays declared
Few Schools In Chandigarh Receive Bomb Threat Emails; Students, Staff Evacuated
CHANDIGARH, Jan 28: A few schools in Chandigarh were evacuated after they received bomb threat emails on Wednesday, said police. Policemen reached the school premises and were conducting thorough searches of the educational institutes, they further said. Students and staff have been evacuated, they said, adding that security was stepped up around the schools. (Agencies) The post Few Schools In Chandigarh Receive Bomb Threat Emails; Students, Staff Evacuated appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Two boys freeze to death in snow, loyal pitbull stands guard for 4 days
Single average grading cant stop promotion, rules HC; orders relief for ITBP officer
Weather today: Delhi and several north Indian states are likely to experience more rain and hailstorms in the coming days, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned due to a fresh western disturbance. Dense fog is likely in Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana and Chandigarh. On the other hand, thunderstorms with hailstorm in West Bengal and Sikkim is likely today.
Accessible healthcare: Panel pushes for evening OPDs
Jewellery, cash stolen from Sector 41 house
Day temperature dips in drenched Tricity, more rain ahead
Cops foil bid to smuggle ICE into Chd
Panchkula MC gets new commissioner
Posing as cop, man steals Rs 14 lakh CTU cash
Chd Pencak Silat team to compete in all-India meet
Every 10th soldier is from Haryana: Guv
3 drug peddlers jailed after ANTF crackdown
Now, get MC One Pass for all parkings
Pb min vows health, jobs and drug-free state
Major from Mohali gets Kirti Chakra
2 killed in hit-&-run cases in Mohalis Ph-11
UT asked to pay 50% share to railways for Baltana underpass
Drunk, man drives into Chandigarh railway station, almost crashes into platform
Chasing kite, two Mohali children run over by train
Kang reviews civic issues in Kharar
IT Park, Mauli Jagran to get green police stations
Capt Samira carries 4 generations of Army service to Kartavya Path
UTCA cricketer Aditi gets PUs Excellence in Sports Award
Maur MLA, civic body president trade charges during R-Day event
Fugitive Goldy Brars parents held in extortion case amid Punjabs crackdown on gangsters
Sarangpur to get a concert centre
Extended OT hours cut surgical waiting lists by 40%: PGI dir
Region receives widespread rain and hailstorm, more in store
Drug supplier held after youth dies of overdose in Kurukshetra district
Couple among 3 dead in Mansa road accident
Haryana and Punjab CMs hold key meeting on SYL issue in Chandigarh
CHANDIGARH, Jan 27 : An important meeting between the Chief Ministers of Haryana and Punjab was held on Tuesday in Chandigarh to discuss the Sutlej-Yamuna Link (SYL) issue between the two states. The matter was discussed point by point in detail. Haryanas Irrigation and Water Resources Minister Shruti Choudhry and Punjab Cabinet Minister Barinder Kumar Goyal were also present in the meeting. After the meeting, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini and Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann briefed the media [] The post Haryana and Punjab CMs hold key meeting on SYL issue in Chandigarh appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Pargat slams Mann for invoking Bhai Kanhaiya
Punjab teachers without TET face promotion bar, front cries foul
Will mobilise people in villages: Mann on Phase II of Yudh Nashean Virudh
Punjab ready to play the role of elder brother in resolving SYL dispute: Mann
Guru Nanak Dev University approves policy making Punjabi mandatory for major research outputs
4 held, narco-arms module busted; 1.5kg heroin, bullets made at Pak Ordnance Factory seized
SYL canal talks inconclusive as Punjab, Haryana agree to continue dialogue
Chief Ministers hold cordial meeting in Chandigarh, decide on further discussions at officials level
Western Command & NDMA to host strategic conclave on disaster resilience at Chandimandir
Western Command and NDMA are hosting a seminar on disaster risk resilience on January 28. The event will focus on enhancing civil-military coordination, integrating advanced technologies like AI and satellite communications, and developing robust response frameworks. A key objective is to shift from reactive relief to proactive resilience, ensuring a synchronized and effective national response to calamities.
From DIG To Broom Warrior: 88-Year-Old Ex-IPS Officer's Inspiring Journey Earns Him Padma Shri
Inderjit Singh Sidhu has been honoured with the Padma Shri 2026 for his daily cleanliness drive in Chandigarh. Singh proves that service doesnt retire and civic duty knows no age.
Haryana emerges overall champion of Khelo India Winter Games 2026; Army retains ice-hockey gold
The Indian Army men's team retained their ice hockey gold medal at the Khelo India Winter Games 2026 in Leh, edging past a resilient Chandigarh side 32 in a thrilling final at the Nawang Dorjan Stobdan Stadium, as Haryana topped the overall medal standings in the Ladakh phase of the Winter Games.
Is an archaeological marvel hiding near Chandigarh?
Sirhind, once a significant historical hub, now lies neglected with its ancient monuments crumbling and forgotten. Despite its rich past, from the era of Prithviraj Chauhan to Guru Gobind Singh's sons, the town has faded from public consciousness. Archaeological exploration and preservation efforts are minimal, leaving its historical treasures buried and overlooked.
Gangster Goldy Brars parents arrested by Punjab police in 2024 extortion case
Parents of gangster Goldy Brar arrested in a 2024 extortion case in Muktsar, Punjab. Shamsher Singh and Preetpal Kaur were taken into custody based on a local resident's complaint. This action follows a broader crackdown by Punjab Police against gangsters and their associates.
A century in uniform: Chandigarh girl carries 4 generations of Army service to Kartavya Path
Punjab declares holiday for all schools on January 27
Punjab schools will remain closed on January 27 for Republic Day. Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann reiterated his commitment to securing Chandigarh as Punjab's capital, highlighting the state's sacrifices. This year's Republic Day celebrations also featured Punjab's tableau honoring Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji.
Soldier injured as landmine explodes near LoC in Jammu and Kashmir
Jammu: An Army soldier was injured in a landmine explosion near the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmirs Rajouri district on Monday, January 26, officials said. The landmine exploded when the troops were patrolling a forward area in Keri, the officials said. Also ReadPunjab will go all out to get Chandigarh as its capital: Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Punjab will go all out to get Chandigarh as its capital: CM
Hoshiarpur: Punjab has been unjustly denied its rightful capital, claimed Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Monday, January 25, and said that any attempt to undermine his states claim over Chandigarh, Panjab University and its water rights will not succeed. Mann said that his government will make all-out efforts to get Chandigarh as Punjabs own capital. Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Padma Shri call doesnt change ex-DIGs day; broom in hand, he goes out
Coach, weaver and saint: Meet regions Padma Shri
