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I am not a pandit: Sukhbir on SAD-BJP alliance

The Times of India 3 Nov 2026 12:45 am

2 yrs, 122 days of protests later, PU still awaits Senate

The Times of India 3 Nov 2026 12:30 am

Crackers allowed only from 8pm to 10pm on Diwali

The Times of India 3 Nov 2026 12:30 am

Rs 500 dispute ends in murder, 2 get life term

One held 20-year-old vendors hands while other stabbed him; court rejects leniency plea

The Times of India 3 Nov 2026 12:30 am

NRIs 2020 complaint reopened, bizman booked

The Times of India 3 Nov 2026 12:27 am

Extra coaches planned on 6 trains for festive rush

Waiting lists touch 300-400 on some routes; move aimed at passengers headed to UP, Bihar

The Times of India 3 Nov 2026 12:26 am

3 booked for Rs 5.6L Canada visa fraud

The Times of India 3 Nov 2026 12:26 am

Kataria shares festive cheer at welfare homes

The Times of India 3 Nov 2026 12:25 am

Maj Malviya takes charge as Punjab guvs ADC

The Times of India 3 Nov 2026 12:24 am

MC poll candidates can spend up to Rs 7.5L on campaign

SEC fixes expenditure ceiling; candidates must file audited expense details within 15 days of result declaration

The Times of India 3 Nov 2026 12:23 am

6.7cr fraud accused faked disappearance, held

The Times of India 3 Nov 2026 12:23 am

Rs 4cr cyber fraud trail leads cops to Ranchi bizman

The Times of India 3 Nov 2026 12:23 am

Recarpeting, festive rush leave city roads clogged

The Times of India 3 Nov 2026 12:22 am

Pradoshs sweeping success against Chandigarh

The Hindu 2 Nov 2026 10:07 pm

Home Ministry expands FRRO framework for better management of foreign nationals

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 2 (IANS) The Union Home Ministry highlighted on Monday that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the institutional framework for management of foreign nationals has been strengthened through expansion of Foreigners Regional Registration Offices (FRROs), to establish an office in all state capitals by 2027. In a statement issued by the Ministry, senior officials said that there has been a substantial increase in the number of foreigners visiting India for tourism, medical and education purposes, and there is a need to appoint FRROs in all states. This will ensure service accessibility, enhance regulatory compliance and promote India as an attractive destination. Identifying this need, Union Home Minister Amit Shah has directed the establishment of FRROs in all state capitals by 2027, the statement said. Pursuant to the above directions of the Union Home Minister, five new FRROs have been set up in the capitals of five states since 2025, said the statement. Three FRRO offices at Jaipur, Chandigarh and Guwahati were established in 2025. Earlier, these were under the jurisdiction of the FRRO offices located at Delhi, Amritsar and Kolkata, respectively, it said. This year two new FRRO offices have been established in the state capitals, namely, Aizawl (Mizoram) and Amravati (Andhra Pradesh). Earlier, Aizawl was under the jurisdiction of FRRO, Kolkata, whereas Amravati was under the jurisdiction of FRRO, Hyderabad, it said. Recently, three new FRRO offices, namely Kohima (Nagaland), Agartala (Tripura) and Bhubaneshwar (Odisha) were notified. Earlier, Kohima and Agartala were under the jurisdiction of FRRO, Kolkata, whereas Bhubaneshwar was under the jurisdiction of FRRO, Hyderabad, said the statement. The total number of FRRO offices in the country has now gone up to twenty (20), located at Ahmedabad, Amravati, Amritsar, Aizawl, Agartala, Bengaluru, Bhubaneswar, Calicut, Chennai, Cochin, Chandigarh, Delhi, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Kohima, Kozhikode, Lucknow, Mumbai and Trivandrum, it said. The expansion of Foreigners Regional Registration Offices (FRROs) has a dual focus on facilitating foreigners legitimate travel and stay in India and ensuring effective implementation of immigration laws and security requirements, it said.

bhaskarlive 2 Nov 2026 9:21 pm

BJP upbeat over AAP MLAs crossing over before Punjab poll, but Bhagwant Mann no pushover yet

Digital Desk | New Delhi/Chandigarh, Nov 2 (IANS) Mondays defection of Punjabs ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLAs to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) comes against the backdrop of serious structural problems the state is facing, which are among the issues helping the latter expand its footprint, though the Congress too remains a contender in the upcoming Assembly election. The 2022 state poll saw the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) sever ties with the BJP, ending an alliance of over two decades. The parting was largely over the controversial Farm Bills that were eventually repealed. However, the election result proved a disaster for both parties. Though there is no official announcement of a BJP-SAD alliance yet, there are strong indications that the two are moving toward a reunion ahead of the 2027 Assembly election. Meanwhile, the AAP, contesting all 117 Assembly seats without any alliance, clinched a record 92 victories, while the ruling Congress was reduced to 18 seats. The BJP, traditionally a minor player in Punjab politics, has been aggressively recruiting local leaders and positioning itself as a force capable of addressing law-and-order issues, drug abuse, debt, and economic stagnation. Earlier, there was an exodus of seven Rajya Sabha MPs from AAP into BJP. Now the recent decision of MLAs in similar lines may yet provide a fillip to the saffron party in its quest to gain political significance in the state. MLAs, such as Harmeet Singh Pathanmajra, Chetan Singh Jouramajra, and former IPS officer-turned-politician Kunwar Vijay Pratap Singh, are seen as having dealt a symbolic blow to Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann's government in times when narratives matter. Reports indicate that some of these leaders were dissatisfied with AAP's candidate-selection process, while others cited differences with the party leadership and concerns over governance. The defections are significant because they come at a time when AAP is trying to defend its record after the 2022 landslide victory. The defectors are said to have publicly referred to issues such as drugs, gangsterism, corruption, extortion, and governance challenges in Punjab. Ticket distribution and political survival also have reportedly been major considerations. On-ground inputs suggest that at least two of the MLAs who resigned were unhappy after being allegedly sidelined in their constituencies. Also, there is a broader perception among some leaders that AAP's organisational structure remains highly centralised, with major decisions influenced by the party's national leadership. Three MLAs do not threaten the government's majority, but their exit reinforces Opposition claims that dissatisfaction is growing within the ruling party. Critics within the party too have been complaining that local concerns do not receive adequate attention. The drug menace remains perhaps the state's most serious issue, with addiction, trafficking networks, and overdose deaths dominating reportage. The issue has become central to the electoral narrative, with opposition parties accusing the government of failing to eliminate narcotics despite repeated promises. On its part, the state government highlights its Yudh Nashian Virudh campaign, under which, it claims, thousands of arrests were made, and assets linked to traffickers were seized. At the same time, Punjab is burdened by youth unemployment and migration, with largely the youth seeking opportunities abroad, leading to unscrupulous agents luring them into uncertainty. Thus, employment generation will be among the issues on which voters are likely to judge the Mann government. Moreover, the state faces a worsening debt burden, with economists and political observers repeatedly highlighting concerns over fiscal sustainability. High debt-servicing costs constrain development spending and remain a major political issue. Other long-standing concerns include agrarian distress, declining groundwater levels, slow industrial growth, law-and-order challenges, and gangster activity. These issues are particularly important in rural constituencies that helped power the AAP's sweeping victory in 2022. Mann has argued that his government has delivered significantly, through expansion of canal irrigation, claiming that irrigation coverage has risen dramatically and that major investments have been made in water infrastructure. He also cites free electricity for most households, large-scale recruitment to government jobs, health insurance schemes, Aam Aadmi Clinics, education reforms, road improvements, and anti-drug campaigns. Opposition parties argue that public concern about addiction, crime, unemployment, and debt remains high. Political debates suggest that many voters are measuring the government not by announcements, but by conditions on the ground. However, the AAP appears to have retained a strong organisational presence and a comfortable legislative majority. Mondays defections involve credible local faces that may help the BJP strengthen its future campaign, but how far it will put the party in pole position is for the voters to determine next year.

bhaskarlive 2 Nov 2026 8:36 pm

Ranji Trophy: Dubey Picks Nine Scalps As Vidarbha Bowl Out Madhya Pradesh For 209

For Central Zone: Left-arm spinner Harsh Dubey rewrote the Vidarbha record books on Monday by claiming 9-53 to bowl out Madhya Pradesh for 209 on an eventful opening day of their Ranji Trophy match at the VCA Stadium in Jamtha. Dubey became the first bowler from Vidarbha to claim a nine-wicket haul in an innings of the Ranji Trophy. The previous best figures for the side was Arun Ogirals 8-39 in 1967-68, which ironically came against Madhya Pradesh. Dubey is now the 30th bowler overall to take nine or more wickets in an innings in the Ranji Trophy. It was Vidarbha all-rounder Nachiket Bhute, though, who made the first breakthrough by removing opener Yash Dubey. From there onwards, the innings belonged to Harsh. He opened his account in the 17th over and kept chipping away, leaving Madhya Pradesh at 64/5 in the 29th over. Atharva Mahajan and Saransh Jain resisted with a 72-run stand. It lasted nearly 18 overs before Dubey returned to break it, and the lower order did not survive long after that. The last nine-wicket haul in the Ranji Trophy came from Gujarats left-arm spinner Siddharth Desai, who took 9-36 against Uttarakhand in 2024-25. Mondays spell adds to a big year for Dubey, who made his ODI debut against Afghanistan in June and took four wickets in two matches. He then toured Sri Lanka with India A, taking three wickets and scoring 59 runs across two innings. For Central Zone in the Duleep Trophy, he took eight wickets and made 27 and 24 against East Zone. He has carried that form into the 2026-27 Ranji Trophy season, with 23 wickets in seven innings so far. Elsewhere, Karnatakas Ritesh Bhatkal (5-35) and Shikhar Shetty (5-53) shared 10 wickets to bowl Assam out for 135 inside 49 overs in Guwahati. Rohan Patil then hit 89 off 87 balls, with 13 fours and a six, and added 129 for the opening wicket with Mayank Agarwal, who was unbeaten on 57, as Karnataka got a 45-run lead. In Dharamsala, 20 wickets fell on the opening day. Rajasthan chose to bat and were shot out for 78, with Abhishek Kumar taking five wickets for Himachal Pradesh. Sahil Dhiwan replied with a five-wicket haul for Rajasthan, but Himachal still made 153 for a lead of 75. Mayank Mishra took 6-57 as Uttarakhand bowled out Haryana for 153 after they elected to bat. In Chandigarh, Pradosh Ranjan Pauls unbeaten 138 powered Tamil Nadu to 320/4 against the hosts. N Jagadeesan (52) and Baba Indrajith (51) also scored fifties. Punjab recovered from 71/5 to reach 276/5 against Andhra, thanks to an unbroken 205-run stand for the sixth wicket between Salil Arora (111 not out) and Sanvir Singh (100 not out). In Ahmedabad, Aarya Desai fell five short of a century as Gujarat crossed 300 against Kerala. He added 116 with Abhishek Desai, and after Gujarat slipped to 182/4, Urvil Patel (63 not out) and Vishal Jayswal (50 not out) put on an unbeaten 111-run stand. Opener Dhruv Patel made 124 to lift Baroda to 269/6 in Kanpur. He added 88 with Shashwat Rawat (47) and 108 with Mitesh Patel (49) after Baroda were 54/2. His dismissal set off a late wobble, with three wickets falling on 249 in four deliveries across two overs. Services captain Rajat Paliwal came in at number five with his side at 27/3 and made an unbeaten 111 to take them to 266 in 88 overs against Delhi at Palam. Snehal Kauthankars unbeaten 116 rescued Goa from 54/4 after they chose to bat against Bihar at home, as they ended day one at 288/6 in 87 overs. At the CCI in Mumbai, Angkrish Raghuvanshi (78) and Sarfaraz Khan (55) struck half-centuries and captain Siddesh Lad made 47 as Mumbai reached 247/6 in 83 overs after being put in by Railways. Sridam Pauls 86 led Tripuras fightback against Saurashtra as the hosts reached 219/7 at stumps at the MBB Stadium. Put in to bat after Saurashtra won the toss, Tripura slumped to 28/5 inside 19 overs. Paul then added 125 for the sixth wicket with wicketkeeper-batter Sentu Sarkar, who made 46. Manisankar Murasingh (33) and Bikram Debnath (32) were unbeaten at the close, after Tripura had batted 74.3 overs. Parth Bhut was the pick of the Saurashtra bowlers with 3-52 in 19 overs, including two maidens. Chetan Sakariya took two wickets, while Yuvraj Dodiya and Sammar Gajjar claimed one each. Sridam Pauls 86 led Tripuras fightback against Saurashtra as the hosts reached 219/7 at stumps at the MBB Stadium. Put in to bat after Saurashtra won the toss, Tripura slumped to 28/5 inside 19 overs. Paul then added 125 for the sixth wicket with wicketkeeper-batter Sentu Sarkar, who made 46. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS

CNMSports 2 Nov 2026 8:02 pm

Panjab University Apprentice Trainee Recruitment 2026

A.C. Joshi Library, Panjab University, Chandigarh (PU) has invited online applications for 5 Apprentice Trainee posts. Applications can be submitted at library.puchd.ac.in till 05 November 2026.

FreeJobAlert 2 Nov 2026 6:07 pm

GMCH Chandigarh Project Technical Support III Recruitment 2026

Government Medical College & Hospital, Sector-32, Chandigarh (GMCH-32) has released the official notification for the post of Project Technical Support-III. The last date to submit the offline application is 07 November 2026. Further details are available at gmch.gov.in.

FreeJobAlert 2 Nov 2026 6:02 pm

No one will remain in 'Jhaadu', Mann will lose: SAD chief Sukhbir Badal targets AAP ahead of 2027 polls

Launching a sharp attack on the ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) in Punjab, Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) president Sukhbir Singh Badal on Monday said that o one will remain in 'Jhaadu', following the exit of rebel party leaders, including MLAs Kunwar Vijay Pratap, Harmeet Singh Pathanmajra and Chetan Singh Jouramajra, amid political developments ahead of the 2027 Assembly elections. Addressing a press conference in Chandigarh, Badal claimed that Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann would face defeat in the 2027 Assembly elections, alleging widespread resentment against the ruling party among the public as well as its own legislators. No one will remain in 'Jhaadu'. Their own MLAs are unhappy. I can say Bhagwant Mann will lose (in the 2027 elections). The public hates them because they have looted a lot, Badal said. In a significant political development, the SAD chief also announced that the Bharatiya Kisan Union (Qadian faction) had pledged its support to the party for the 2027 Punjab As...

devdiscourse 2 Nov 2026 5:05 pm

Joint Press Conference in Chandigarh Against Arrests of Lakha Sidhana and Mohanjeet Singh Sheron

Various social, farmers, human rights and public-interest organisations held a joint press conference at Chandigarh Press Club against the arrests of Lakha Sidhana and Mohanjeet Singh Sheron, demanding their release and an impartial investigation. The post Joint Press Conference in Chandigarh Against Arrests of Lakha Sidhana and Mohanjeet Singh Sheron appeared first on Sikh Siyasat News .

Sikh Siyasat News 2 Nov 2026 4:00 pm

Lost Rs 99,000 in UPI fraud, now will get Rs 1.5 lakh after 5 years

The consumer court held the bank responsible for the losses incurred due to UPI fraud. After a five-year legal battle, the court's decision now requires the bank to pay the customer millions of rupees in damages.Court's decision on UPI fraudA Chandigarh resident is set to receive over 1.5 lak...

Kalam Times 2 Nov 2026 3:44 pm

Punjab AAP may seek disqualification of two MLAs who quit party on Sunday

Digital Desk | Chandigarh, Nov 2 (IANS) Political activity in Punjab has intensified after the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Monday began preparing to seek the disqualification of two of its MLAs, Chetan Singh Jouramajra and Harmeet Singh Pathanmajra, who quit the party a day earlier. The party under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann is expected to formally approach Assembly Speaker Kultar Singh Sandhwan, seeking the termination of their membership in the state Assembly. According to reports, Samana MLA Chetan Singh Jouramajra and Sanaur MLA Harmeet Singh Pathanmajra resigned from the primary membership of the Aam Aadmi Party. Their decision has come as a major political setback for the ruling party in Punjab. The Aam Aadmi Party, under the leadership of its National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal, maintains that both MLAs were involved in anti-party activities and had therefore already been suspended from the party. Following their decision to quit AAP, the party will now raise the issue of their disqualification before the Assembly Speaker. The Aam Aadmi Party last week released its first list of 40 candidates for the 2027 Punjab Assembly elections. However, the list did not include candidates for the Samana and Sanaur Assembly constituencies. Just a day after the list was announced, both MLAs declared their decision to leave the party. Speculation is also mounting that both MLAs may join the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). However, their next political move is yet to be officially confirmed. Following these developments, all eyes are now on the Assembly Speaker. However, resignation from a political party's primary membership does not automatically result in the termination of an MLA's Assembly membership. The Speaker's decision under the anti-defection law and the relevant constitutional provisions will therefore be crucial in determining the future of the two legislators. The political controversy is expected to intensify further in Punjab in the coming days.

bhaskarlive 2 Nov 2026 11:55 am

Three departures in 48 hours spell trouble for AAP in Punjab (LD)

Digital Desk | Chandigarh, Nov 2 (IANS) In another setback to the ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) in Punjab, Amritsar North MLA Kunwar Vijay Pratap Singh on Monday resigned from the legislative Assembly, becoming the third AAP legislator to quit within two days. The former IPS officer has reportedly sent his resignation to Assembly Speaker Kultar Singh Sandhwan, adding to the mounting political turbulence within the ruling party ahead of the 2027 Assembly elections. His resignation comes a day after AAP lawmakers Harmeet Singh Pathanmajra from Sanaur and Chetan Singh Jouramajra from Samana announced their decision to leave the party, triggering fresh questions over the party's internal stability and leadership in Punjab. Kunwar Singh's exit is particularly significant given his background as a senior police officer and his prominence in Punjab politics. He had emerged as one of AAP's prominent faces in the state after joining the party in 2021 and winning the Amritsar North Assembly constituency in the 2022 elections. However, his relationship with the party leadership had deteriorated over time. In June 2025, AAP suspended him for five years over alleged anti-party activities. Despite the suspension, he continued to criticise the party's functioning and the state government's policies. On Sunday, MLA Kunwar Singh launched a fresh attack on AAP National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal and Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, alleging that the party had drifted away from the principles on which it was founded. Referring to the party's founding ideals of Swaraj, he alleged that AAP had lost its original ideological direction. He also raised concerns over the law and order situation, drugs, extortion and gangster activities in Punjab. The latest resignation comes at a politically sensitive time for AAP, which has begun preparations for the 2027 Assembly elections by announcing its first list of 40 candidates. The departures of Pathanmajra, Jouramajra and now Kunwar Singh within 48 hours have exposed growing discontent within the party's Punjab unit. The first two legislators had also criticised the Mann government's performance, raising issues such as drug trafficking, unemployment, farmers' concerns and governance. With three legislators now having resigned in two days, the developments pose a fresh challenge for the AAP leadership as it attempts to retain its political footing in Punjab ahead of the crucial 2027 electoral battle.

bhaskarlive 2 Nov 2026 10:56 am

Kunwar Vijay Pratap Singh resigns from AAP; 3rd MLA to do so in two days

Digital Desk | Chandigarh, Nov 2 (IANS) In a major development in Punjab's ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), Amritsar North MLA, Kunwar Vijay Pratap Singh, resigned on Monday, following in the footsteps of two other MLAs who resigned the previous day. Singh, a former IPS officer, also sent his resignation letter to the Punjab Assembly Speaker on Monday. He was suspended by the AAP for five years in June 2025 for alleged anti-party activities as he had opposed the arrest of Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) leader Bikram Singh Majithia in a Disproportionate Assets case. Sharing the information on X, Singh said that he will remain indebted to you until my last breath for the love and respect you have shown me, referring to the people of the state. With your cooperation and the blessings of the Almighty, we must all unite in a collective effort to rise above the politics of lanes and ribbon-cutting, and transform Punjabtrapped by drugs, extortion, gangsterism, and corruptionback into a progressive and beloved state, he said. Singh asserted that he had achieved 90 per cent targets, adding that his greatest achievement is ending the 'mai-baap' culture in politics and working by considering the public as my source of inspiration. In the Punjab Legislative Assembly, I always raised the voice of Amritsaris and boldly addressed issues from water and sewage to Circuit House, Company Bagh, dirty drains, Guru Nanak Dev University, Government Medical College, Saroop Rani College, and the Bargari sacrilege case. This was the first time that area-specific issues were raised by me in the Punjab Legislative Assembly by naming lanes and neighbourhoods, he said. Working together with you to formulate a forward strategy, my aim will be to ensure clean politics and transparent administration. My sole purpose is 'Punjab First'. Apart from this, I will have no personal interests, he added. Earlier on Sunday, Singh had hit out at AAP National Convener Arvind Kejriwal and Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, asserting that the party had strayed from its founding ideals. Pratap's exit follows the resignations of fellow MLAs, Harmeet Singh Pathanmajra and Chetan Singh Jouramajra, who resigned from the AAP's primary membership and the Assembly on Sunday. Pathanmajra, who represents the Sanour Assembly constituency in Patiala district, sent his resignation letter to Arvind Kejriwal, announcing his decision to quit the party with immediate effect. Pathanmajra has been at the centre of several controversies in the past. A rape case was registered against him, following which he travelled to Australia. He was subsequently arrested by the police after returning to India to join the investigation into the case. Meanwhile, Jouramajra, who represents the Samana Assembly constituency and has also served as a minister in the Punjab government, announced his resignation through a social media post. According to media reports, tensions had reportedly been building between him and the party leadership after the AAP high command appointed former senior Shiromani Akali Dal leader Surjit Singh Rakhra as the in-charge of the Samana Assembly constituency. The decision had reportedly left Jouramajra unhappy with the party leadership, as the appointment of another leader as constituency in-charge in his own Assembly seat was viewed as a setback to his political standing and influence in the area. The resignations come at a crucial time for the AAP, which is facing a political challenge ahead of the 2027 Punjab Assembly elections.

bhaskarlive 2 Nov 2026 9:56 am

LG calls for stronger cultural unity

Srinagar, Nov 1:Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday called for stronger cultural unity. Extending his warm greetings and best wishes to the people of Andhra Pradesh, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Chandigarh, Chhattisgarh, Delhi, Haryana, Karnataka, Keralam, Lakshadweep, Madhya Pradesh, Puducherry, Punjab, and Tamil Nadu on their Foundation Day, LG Sinha emphasised the goal of 'Viksit Bharat' and urged all citizens to work towards a future where diversity is respected, knowledge and innovation flourish, culture and heritage are preserved, and every individual is assured dignity, opportunity, and meaningful participation in the countrys progress. Addressing a commemorative programme marking the occasion at LokBhavan, he said that the celebration of Foundation Days of different states and Union Territories reflects Indias enduring civilisational ethos of unity in diversity. The LG expressed gratitude to Prime Minister NarendraModi for strengthening the spirit of coordination, harmony, and emotional integration among various regions of the country and advancing the vision of 'Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat'. He said that Indias identity was rooted not only in geography but also in a shared cultural consciousness that has bound together diverse traditions, languages, customs, knowledge systems and artistic expressions for centuries. Highlighting ideals of ancient Indian scriptures and literary traditions from different regions, LG Sinha said that Indias rich heritage continues to nurture a sense of belonging that transcends geographical boundaries. Our literary and spiritual heritage, from Keralam to Madhya Pradesh, from Andaman and Nicobar to Andhra Pradesh tells us that we are integral parts of the same stream of life, and geographical distances can never erase our emotional closeness and the spirit of oneness, he said. Highlighting the cultural contributions of the states and Union Territories being celebrated, the LG said that each region has enriched the national fabric while preserving its unique identity. He also referred to Keralams literary and artistic heritage, Andhra Pradeshs contributions to literature, spirituality and the freedom movement, Karnatakas saint-poet tradition, Punjabs profound spiritual legacy, and Haryanas contribution to devotional literature. LG Sinha also underlined the significance of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands in showcasing Indias cultural diversity, Chandigarhs place as a symbol of modern urban planning, and Delhis role as a vibrant confluence of cultures from across the country. Indian traditions demonstrate how diversity and unity coexist harmoniously. Our cultural practices, faith traditions and literary heritage reinforce the idea that people from different regions remain connected through shared values and collective national consciousness, he said. The LG said that the Foundation Day celebrations provide an opportunity to understand one anothers heritage, strengthen mutual respect and foster deeper people-to-people connections. He called upon citizens, particularly the younger generation, to draw inspiration from the ideals of the nations ancestors and contribute actively to nation-building. We have the responsibility to internalise the ideals of our ancestors, walk the path they showed us, and make our role in nation-building more effective, he said.

Greater Kashmir 2 Nov 2026 6:43 am

Chandigarh vs Tamil Nadu Live Streaming: When And Where To Watch Ranji Trophy Match In India

Tamil Nadu will travel to Chandigarh for an Elite Group D fixture in the Ranji Trophy. Here's everything you need to know about the match.

NDTV 2 Nov 2026 6:30 am

India's identity rooted in shared cultural consciousness: LG Sinha

Srinagar, Nov 01: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday said India's identity is rooted not only in geography but also in a shared cultural consciousness that has bound together diverse traditions, languages, customs, knowledge systems and artistic expressions for centuries. Highlighting the ideals of ancient Indian scriptures and literary traditions from different regions, he said India's rich heritage continues to nurture a sense of belonging that transcends geographical boundaries. Our literary and spiritual heritage, from Keralam to Madhya Pradesh, from Andaman and Nicobar to Andhra Pradesh tells us that we are integral parts of the same stream of life, and geographical distances can never erase our emotional closeness and the spirit of oneness, he said. The Lieutenant Governor was addressing a commemorative programme at Lok Bhavan marking the Foundation Day of Andhra Pradesh, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Chandigarh, Chhattisgarh, Delhi, Haryana, Karnataka, Keralam, Lakshadweep, Madhya Pradesh, Puducherry, Punjab and Tamil Nadu. He extended his warm greetings and best wishes to the people of these States and Union Territories. He said the celebration of Foundation Days of different States and Union Territories reflects India's enduring civilisational ethos of unity in diversity, and expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for strengthening the spirit of coordination, harmony and emotional integration among various regions of the country and advancing the vision of Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat. Highlighting the cultural contributions of the regions being celebrated, the Lieutenant Governor said each has enriched the national fabric while preserving its unique identity. He referred to Keralam's literary and artistic heritage, Andhra Pradesh's contributions to literature, spirituality and the freedom movement, Karnataka's saint-poet tradition, Punjab's profound spiritual legacy and Haryana's contribution to devotional literature. He also underlined the significance of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands in showcasing India's cultural diversity, Chandigarh's place as a symbol of modern urban planning and Delhi's role as a vibrant confluence of cultures from across the country. Indian traditions demonstrate how diversity and unity coexist harmoniously. Our cultural practices, faith traditions and literary heritage reinforce the idea that people from different regions remain connected through shared values and collective national consciousness, he said. The Lieutenant Governor stated that the Foundation Day celebrations provide an opportunity to understand one another's heritage, strengthen mutual respect and foster deeper people-to-people connections. He called upon citizens, particularly the younger generation, to draw inspiration from the ideals of the nation's ancestors and contribute actively to nation-building. We have the responsibility to internalise the ideals of our ancestors, walk the path they showed us, and make our role in nation-building more effective, he said. Emphasising the goal of Viksit Bharat, the Lieutenant Governor urged all citizens to work towards a future where diversity is respected, knowledge and innovation flourish, culture and heritage are preserved, and every individual is assured dignity, opportunity and meaningful participation in the country's progress.

RisingKashmir 2 Nov 2026 4:05 am

Bullet meant for rival hits own associate

The Times of India 2 Nov 2026 2:03 am

Think before you click that Diwali hamper link

The Times of India 2 Nov 2026 1:52 am

Banned drugs found, chemist store loses licence

The Times of India 2 Nov 2026 1:45 am

Foundation Day celebrations opportunity to understand one another

Calls for strengthening mutual respect, people-to-people connections Srinagar, Nov 01: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday extended his warm greetings and best wishes to the people of Andhra Pradesh, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Chandigarh, Chhattisgarh, Delhi, Haryana, Karnataka, Keralam, Lakshadweep, Madhya Pradesh, Puducherry, Punjab and Tamil Nadu on their Foundation Day. Addressing a commemorative programme []

Kashmir Reader 2 Nov 2026 1:19 am

AAP lashes out at BJP for trying to induct discards

The Times of India 2 Nov 2026 12:58 am

Austrian paraglider injured in Mandi crash

The Times of India 2 Nov 2026 12:35 am

NHAI opens 4.5km Kangra bypass to traffic on trial basis

The Times of India 2 Nov 2026 12:34 am

Gere accuses China of ethnic erasure in Tibet

The Times of India 2 Nov 2026 12:21 am

Petition in HC for CBI probe into Daljit Singhs death

The Times of India 2 Nov 2026 12:08 am

45 MLAs ready to leave AAP, claims Channi

The Times of India 2 Nov 2026 12:05 am

Star power and tech thrills mark PECFEST finale

The Times of India 2 Nov 2026 12:04 am

Murmu unveils Haryanas 60th anniversary logo in Kurukshetra

The Times of India 1 Nov 2026 11:54 pm

Assam Governor celebrates foundation days of seven states, UTs

Digital Desk | Guwahati, Nov 1 (IANS) Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya on Sunday called for greater cooperation among states and Union Territories, emphasising that India's diversity, cultural richness and collective efforts are central to achieving the vision of a developed nation by 2047. The Governor was speaking at the State Foundation Day celebrations of Andhra Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Chandigarh and Puducherry, organised by Lok Bhavan Assam, at the Srimanta Sankardev International Auditorium in Guwahati. Extending his greetings to the people of the seven states and Union Territories, Governor Acharya said every region has its own distinct historical legacy, cultural identity and traditions, but all remain united by a common national spirit. He added that India's strength lies in its diversity, with every state making an equally important contribution to the country's overall development and progress. Highlighting their achievements in agriculture, technology, education, art, culture and spiritual traditions, the Governor said the exchange of best practices, mutual cooperation and healthy competition among states would further strengthen cooperative federalism. Referring to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of 'Viksit Bharat by 2047', Governor Acharya said that achieving the national goal would require collective commitment and coordinated efforts from every state and citizen. He stressed that development must be inclusive, ensuring that its benefits reach the last person in society. He also underlined the importance of sustained investments and efforts in education, healthcare, agriculture, innovation, skill development and women's empowerment. The Governor also said that nation-building was a shared responsibility and called upon citizens to actively contribute to development initiatives while taking pride in their respective cultural identities. Respecting the traditions and achievements of other communities, he said, would strengthen cultural understanding and reinforce the spirit of 'Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat'. The celebrations featured colourful cultural performances representing the participating states and Union Territories, showcasing their folk traditions, art forms and distinctive cultural expressions. Minister for Sports and Youth Welfare Biswajit Daimary, Minister for Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Nilima Devi, Chief Secretary Ravi Kota, ADGP Surendra Kumar, Commissioner and Secretary to the Governor S.S. Meenakshi Sundaram and Joint Commissioner of Police Ankur Jain, among other dignitaries, attended the programme.

bhaskarlive 1 Nov 2026 11:48 pm

Rahul versus Priyanka tussle out in open, says BJP after Ramlila Maidan rally

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 1 (IANS) Within hours of the INDIA blocs rally on Sunday, the BJP smelled infighting within the Gandhi clan, claiming that Rahul Gandhi tried to clip the wings of his sister Priyanka by not letting her speak at Ramlila Maidan. In a video message posted on X, BJP National Spokesperson Pradeep Bhandari claimed that the Rahul versus Priyanka tussle was out in the open. In a combined Opposition rally at Ramlila ground, Rahul Gandhi did not let Priyanka Vadra speak! In their PR Drama Mock Parliament yesterday, Priyanka Vadra was seen angrily sitting silently in the second row! It's not mere coincidence when it happens twice in two days! Rahul Vs Priyanka out in the open! Bhandari wrote on social media platform X. Earlier, Union Home Minister Amit Shah said that if Rahul Gandhi wants to become the country's Prime Minister, he should spend his entire life in a 'Mock Parliament' only; in the real one, your number will never come. The Home Minister made the remark about Rahul Gandhi's unfulfilled Prime Ministerial aspiration with reference to the Congress party's mock impeachment proceedings against Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar, a day before. HM Shah said Rahul Gandhi has been tasting defeat in elections for 15 years, and his mother Sonia Gandhi's dream of seeing her son occupying the PM's chair has remained unfulfilled. He added that the only way Rahul Gandhi can become Prime Minister is in a Mock Parliament as it is nearly impossible for the Congress leader to make it to Parliament as Prime Minister in his lifetime. Speaking at an event in Chandigarh, Home Minister Shah condemned Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for rubbing salt into the wounds of families of the anti-Sikh riot victims by organising a rally in Delhi on days of the community's mourning. On November 1, 1984, the Congress orchestrated the massacre of thousands of innocent Sikhs in Delhi, and today, on the same day, Rahul Gandhi held a rally in Delhi, rubbing salt into the wounds of those victim families, the Home Minister said at the event.

bhaskarlive 1 Nov 2026 10:31 pm

Like his father, Rahul Gandhi insulted 1984 riot victims today: HM Amit Shah

Digital Desk | Chandigarh, Nov 1 (IANS) Calling the INDIA blocs Sunday rally ill-timed, Union Home Minister Amit Shah said that when thousands of Sikhs were murdered in the 1984 riots, Rajiv Gandhi had remarked, when a big tree falls, the earth shakes, and today his son Rahul Gandhi organised a rally in Delhi to add insult to the injuries of the riot victims. He said neither Punjab nor the rest of the country will ever forget Rahul Gandhis actions, as on this day in 1984 the Congress orchestrated the massacre of thousands of innocent Sikhs in Delhi, leaving children orphaned and thousands of families devastated. Rahul Baba, by organising a rally on the day of the Sikh massacre, you have exposed that your Mohabbat Ki Dukaan is, in reality, a shop of hatred, said HM Shah at an event in Chandigarh. The Home Minister said the BJP had appealed through a press conference that no rallies should be organised on November 1, 2 and 3, as these are the days associated with mourning the deaths in anti-Sikh riots. However, Rahul Gandhi remained adamant about holding his rally on the very day thousands of Sikhs were massacred, said HM Shah. He said Delhis traders had requested Rahul Gandhi to hold the rally after Diwali, explaining that it would cause business losses, but he was determined to hold the rally on the very day the Sikh massacre took place, he said. Accusing Rahul Gandhi of disrespecting the concerns of traders, the Home Minister said that this is the reason Delhis small traders ensured that the Congress failed to open its account in the last three elections. Remember my words: It will fail to open its account in the next three elections as well, he said. The Home Minister also accused Rahul Gandhi of spreading lies and anarchy and disrupting the functioning of Parliament. However, the people are now aware. Be prepared to sit in the Opposition even after the next Lok Sabha elections, he said. Rahul Ji, you disrupt the functioning of Parliament to prevent mothers and sisters from getting 33 per cent reservation. But remember, PM Modi will ensure that the women of India receive 33 per cent reservation. This is our resolve, said HM Shah. Talking about the 1984 riots, the Home Minister said that India had never witnessed a politically sponsored massacre of the kind perpetrated during the anti-Sikh riots, and it will never witness one again. HM Shah said the government led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi reopened cases against those involved in the 1984 riots, provided financial assistance of Rs 5 lakh each to the victims and sent prominent Congress leaders involved in the riots to jail.

bhaskarlive 1 Nov 2026 9:52 pm

Punjab Betrayed: 2 AAP MLAs Explain Resignation, Point Fingers At Leadership

At a press conference at the Chandigarh Press Club on Sunday, the two legislators questioned the role of AAP national convener Arvind Kejriwal and Bibhav Kumar, holding them responsible for what they described as the prevailing political and administrative situation in Punjab.

NDTV 1 Nov 2026 9:11 pm

LG Sinha Extends Foundation Day Greetings to 14 States, Union Territories

SRINAGAR: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday extended greetings to the people of 14 States and Union Territories on their Foundation Day, calling the occasion an opportunity to strengthen national unity, cultural understanding and people-to-people ties. The greetings were extended to Andhra Pradesh, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Chandigarh, Chhattisgarh, Delhi, Haryana, Karnataka, Keralam, Lakshadweep, Madhya []

KashmirLife 1 Nov 2026 8:44 pm

Lieutenant Governor Extends Greetings on Foundation Day of 13 States and Union Territories; Calls for Stronger Cultural Unity and Commitment for Viksit Bharat

Srinagar, November 01, 2026: The Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha today extended his warm greetings and best wishes to the people of Andhra Pradesh, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Chandigarh, Chhattisgarh, Delhi, Haryana, Karnataka, Keralam, Lakshadweep, Madhya Pradesh, Puducherry, Punjab and Tamil Nadu on their Foundation Day. Addressing a commemorative programme marking the occasion at Lok [] The post Lieutenant Governor Extends Greetings on Foundation Day of 13 States and Union Territories; Calls for Stronger Cultural Unity and Commitment for Viksit Bharat appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .

Kashmir Media Watch 1 Nov 2026 8:17 pm

Rahul Gandhi can become PM only in 'Mock Parliament': HM Amit Shah

Digital Desk | Chandigarh, Nov 1 (IANS) Union Home Minister Amit Shah said on Sunday that if Rahul Gandhi wants to become the country's Prime Minister, he should spend his entire life in a 'Mock Parliament' only, in the real one, your number will never come. The Home Minister made the remark about Rahul Gandhi's unfulfilled Prime Ministerial aspiration with reference to Congress party's mock impeachment proceedings against Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar a day before. The Union Minister said Rahul Gandhi has been tasting defeat in elections for 15 years and his mother Sonia Gandhi's dream of seeing her son occupying the PM's chair has remained unfulfilled. He added that the only way Rahul Gandhi can become Prime Minister is in a Mock Parliament as it is near impossible for the Congress leader to make it to Parliament as Prime Minister in his lifetime. Speaking at an event here, Home Minister Shah condemned Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for rubbing salt into the wounds of families of the anti-Sikh riot victims by organising a rally in Delhi on days of the community's four-day mourning. On November 1, 1984, the Congress orchestrated the massacre of thousands of innocent Sikhs in Delhi, and today, on the same day, Rahul Gandhi held a rally in Delhi, rubbing salt into the wounds of those victim families, the Union Minister said at an event. I condemn the Congress for this rally on the day of the massacre. And I want to tell him (Rahul Gandhi) that due to his insensitivity, his 'Mohabat ki Dukan' will not be able to give people anything other than hatred, Home Minister Amit Shah added. He said the Union government led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi reopened cases against the guilty Congress leaders and sent them to jail, apart from paying compensation to the victims' families and offering jobs. He added that Rahul Gandhi took instructions from abroad for organising the rally on Sunday despite requests from Sikh groups and our party not to do so. Delhi's traders pleaded that the rally be held after Diwali, otherwise there would be heavy losses in business, but Rahul Baba just had to hold the rally on the very day the Sikh massacre took place, Home Minister Shah said. In another development, Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri led a march in West Delhi against the 1984 riots organised by the Bharatiya Janata Party to Save Democracy, Remove Anarchy and show solidarity with anti-Sikh riot victims. In a message on social media platform X, Puri said, The time of that tragedy in 1984, my parents were in Delhi, and some of my Hindu friends had sheltered them in their homes, setting an example of humanity and brotherhood. This massacre was not merely a tragedy of one community, but a wound inflicted on the history of the entire nation, one that can never be forgotten. Protecting humanity, delivering justice to the victims, and fostering national unity -- these are the greatest lessons to be drawn from that painful history, he recalled.

bhaskarlive 1 Nov 2026 7:08 pm

'Cong sponsored 1984 Sikh massacre, Rahul now rubbing salt into their wounds': HM Shah

Digital Desk | Chandigarh, Nov 1 (IANS) Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday alleged that the Congress' politics had led to the rutal killing of Sikhs in 1984 and that the Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi was now ubbing salt into the victims' wounds by holding a major rally in Delhi on the same date. Union Minister Shah made the remarks while referring to the INDIA bloc's 'Dilli Chalo' rally at the national capital's Ramlila Maidan. Addressing a public gathering at Tiranga Park in Chandigarh, the Union Home Minister recalled that on November 1, 1984, thousands of Sikhs were burned alive, many were forced to flee their homes, countless children were orphaned, women lost their husbands, and thousands of families were devastated, in riots instigated by the Congress in Delhi. Referring to then Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi's controversial remark when a big tree falls, the earth shakes, Amit Shah said: People still remember his (Rajiv Gandhi's) statement, only Congress leaders could have the audacity to describe the massacre of thousands of Sikhs in such a manner. He highlighted that after Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government came to power, riot-related cases were reopened, victims were provided financial assistance of Rs 5 lakh each, and prominent Congress leaders implicated in the riots were sent to jail. The country had never before witnessed riots sponsored by a political party on such a scale, Union Minister Shah alleged. Questioning the INDIA bloc's rally in Delhi, Amit Shah said: I had initially believed Rahul Gandhi was too young at the time of the riots and perhaps had not studied history, and therefore might not know the significance of the dates. He noted that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) had appealed through a press conference that Congress should avoid holding the rally on November 1, 2, or 3, as these were the dates when the 1984 anti-Sikh riots took place and such an event would hurt the sentiments of the Sikh community, including mothers, sisters, and children. Despite this, Congress did not change its plans, he added. The Union Home Minister also alleged that the decision to hold the rally on the same day when thousands of Sikhs were burned alive was taken following instructions from abroad, asserting that India and Punjab would never forget the tragedy. Referring to the traders' repeated appeals to Rahul Gandhi and other INDIA bloc leaders, Amit Shah said: According to the traders, business peaks during the Diwali season. They stock sweets, firecrackers, and new clothes for children, and unsold inventory can result in significant losses. People from various parts of North India visit Delhi's wholesale markets during this period for festive shopping. Business worth around Rs 25,000 crore takes place during these three to four days. Traders repeatedly appealed through letters and press conferences to postpone the rally until after Diwali, but Congress did not change the date, he added. Meanwhile, Union Minister Shah cited the abrogation of Article 370, efforts to eliminate Naxalism, and the abolition of triple talaq under the Narendra Modi-led government, while asserting that the country was progressing at an unprecedented pace. Stating that the country, including Punjab, would be made drug-free by December 31, 2029, he reiterated the Narendra Modi government's commitment in combating drug abuse. Earlier, Union Minister Shah inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for various development and infrastructure projects worth Rs 258 crore in Chandigarh, following which he addressed the public meeting at Tiranga Park.

bhaskarlive 1 Nov 2026 6:55 pm

Rahul Gandhi's rally in Delhi will only rub salt in wounds of anti-Sikh riot victims: Shah

He was addressing a gathering in Chandigarh after the inauguration and foundation stone-laying ceremony of various development projects worth 258 crore

The Hindu 1 Nov 2026 6:49 pm

Ranji Trophy 2026-27: Bubbling Tamil Nadu travels north to meet stuttering Chandigarh

The visitor is coming on the back of two victories over Uttarakhand and Railways at home; the host has just one point from three matches and lies seventh in Group D; expect runs to flow at the Sector-16 Stadium

The Hindu 1 Nov 2026 6:48 pm

Karan Singh/Atharva Sharma duo captures ITF M15 doubles title in Egypt

Digital Desk | Chandigarh, Nov 1 (IANS) Indian youngsters Karan Singh and Atharva Sharma added a prestigious international trophy to their cabinet, capturing the men's doubles title at the ITF Mens World Tennis Tour M15 tournament in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt, on Sunday. Karnan Singh and Atharva Sharma, the top-seeded duo, delivered a masterclass in tactical discipline, sharp net play, and mental fortitude throughout the tournament, which ran from October 26 to November 1. This victory fetched Karan, a Roundglass Tennis Academy (RGTA) athlete, his 5th title of the year, and underscored his incredible recent momentum, standing as his third title win and fifth final appearance in the last two months. At Sharm El Sheikh, Karan and Atharva navigated a demanding international draw with remarkable composure. In the quarterfinals, the top seeds demonstrated their clinical edge by defeating the international pairing of Switzerland's Lars Aregger and Austria's Niklas Waldner in straight sets, winning 6-3, 7-6. Carrying their momentum deep into the tournament, the Indian pair faced a tough test in the semifinals against the third-seeded Turkish duo of Melih Anavatan and S. Mert Ozdemir, holding their nerve in a tightly contested battle to prevail 7-6, 6-3 and book their spot in the title clash. In the championship match, Karan and Atharva delivered their finest performance of the week against the second-seeded pair of Nikita Ianin and Egypt's Karim Ibrahim. Displaying stellar synergy and relentless pressure during crucial moments, the top seeds sealed a hard-fought 7-6, 6-4 victory to officially claim the championship crown, his academy informed in a release on Sunday. This latest success in Egypt serves as a strong continuation of Karan's stellar 2026 calendar, which has already seen him claim multiple singles and doubles titles on the international professional circuit. His consistent ability to excel under pressure stands as a powerful testament to the elite training and holistic development ecosystem cultivated at the Roundglass Tennis Academy. Based in Chandigarh, the academy continues to firmly establish itself as a premier developmental hub for elite Indian tennis talent, equipping players with the technical prowess and resilience needed to succeed on the global stage.

bhaskarlive 1 Nov 2026 6:47 pm

'You Can Be PM In Your Mock Parliament': Amit Shah Takes A Dig At Rahul Gandhi Over 'Vote Chori' Rally

Union Home Minister Amit Shah has attacked Congress leader Rahul Gandhi during a public meeting in Chandigarh on Sunday. He questioned Gandhi's leadership and his ambition to become Prime Minister. Shah also predicted more election defeats for the Congress and spoke

Oneindia 1 Nov 2026 5:48 pm

Amit Shah Slams Rahul Gandhi Over INDIA Bloc Rally on 1984 Anti-Sikh Riots Anniversary

Union Home Minister Amit Shah took aim at opposition leader Rahul Gandhi from an event in Punjab state's Chandigarh on Sunday as the opposition alliance reached Ramlila Maidan for its rally.

Web Dunia 1 Nov 2026 4:52 pm

Haryana 6-yr-old assault: Govt orders probe, 2 teachers suspended

Chandigarh: The Haryana government on Saturday, October 31, ordered a probe into the assault of a six-year-old girl with special needs by an eight-year-old boy inside a classroom at a government school in Panchkula. The police have registered a first information report (FIR) against the school administration for alleged negligence. The Haryana State Commission for 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 .

The Siasat Daily 1 Nov 2026 4:00 pm

'Uncle, She Is Upstairs': 8-Year-Old Boy's Chilling Words After Brutal Assault On 6-Year-Old Girl In Panchkula

A six-year-old girl remains under treatment at PGIMER, Chandigarh, after an eight-year-old boy allegedly attacked her inside a government school in Panchkula, Haryana. The incident took place on 28 October, but what happened after the assault has made the case even

Oneindia 1 Nov 2026 3:40 pm

PGIMER Director visits six-year-old girl injured in Panchkula school incident, entire treatment to be provided free

Digital Desk | Chandigarh, Nov 1 (IANS) Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh, Director Professor Vivek Lal visited the six-year-old girl undergoing treatment there, following an alleged assault at a school in Panchkula on October 28. During his visit, Professor Lal interacted with the treating doctors and enquired about the child's health, medical condition and progress. He expressed deep concern over the unfortunate incident and assured the family that the institute would extend every possible assistance to ensure the child's recovery. Taking a special humanitarian initiative, the PGIMER Director ordered that the girl's entire medical treatment be provided free of cost, with all expenses to be borne by the institute. In addition to covering all medical expenses, PGIMER has also provided her with a private room to ensure comfort, privacy, and appropriate care during her hospital stay. Professor Lal said that the responsibility of PGIMER goes beyond providing medical treatment and includes standing alongside patients and their families during difficult times. He emphasised that the institute is committed to ensuring the best possible medical care and all necessary support for the young patient and her family. The six-year-old girl was brought to PGIMER with critical injuries after an alleged assault by an eight-year-old boy inside her classroom at a school in Panchkula on October 28. She was subsequently referred to the premier medical institute in Chandigarh for specialised treatment. At present, the child is being treated by a multidisciplinary team of specialists, who are closely monitoring her condition and providing all necessary medical attention. Following the Director's visit, the institute has assured the family of continued medical and institutional support throughout the child's treatment. According to officials, the Director will personally monitor the treatment and other care being given to the child.

bhaskarlive 1 Nov 2026 3:30 pm

Amit Shah lauds Chandigarh Police, says it set benchmarks for police forces across country

Amit Shah was addressing a gathering on the occasion of the 60th Raising Day event of Chandigarh Police and presenting the Presidents Colour to the force

The Hindu 1 Nov 2026 2:44 pm

In a big blow to AAP, 2 MLAs quit party after 1st candidate list announcement

Chetan Singh Jouramajra from Samana and Harmeet Singh Pathanmajra from Sanour resigned from AAP recently. Their resignations occurred shortly after AAP announced its candidate list for 2027 assembly elections. Pathanmajra has faced legal issues, including a rape case, which has impacted his political standing. The party has appointed Surjit Singh Rakhra as constituency in-charge for Samana amid these developments.

The Times of India 1 Nov 2026 2:24 pm

Haryana: Six-year-old girl battles for life after alleged assault

A six-year-old girl is battling for her life at PGI Chandigarh after an eight-year-old Class 3 student allegedly assaulted her with stones and a flower pot inside a Panchkula school classroom on October 28

Mid Day 1 Nov 2026 11:52 am

PHHC Chowkidar Recruitment 2026

High Court of Punjab and Haryana at Chandigarh (PHHC) has released the notification for 22 Chowkidar posts. Eligible candidates can apply online at highcourtchd.gov.in from 31 October 2026 to 21 November 2026.

FreeJobAlert 1 Nov 2026 2:10 am