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NT Reporter Porvorim Chandigarh hold all the cards heading into the final day of their Cooch Behar Trophy (Elite Group D) clash after carving out a hefty 149-run first-innings lead over Goa at the GCA Academy ground, before the hosts offered some resistance with the bat late on Day 3. Replying to Goas 308, Chandigarh [] The post Goa trail by 43 runs appeared first on The Navhind Times .
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CHANDIGARH: The ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has swept the zila parishad and panchayat samiti elections across the state. Of the 2,838 panchayat samitis, the AAP won 1531, Congress 612, Shiromani Akali Dal 445, BJP 83, BSP 28 and independents 144. The ruling party also won 218 zila parishads, while the Congress bagged 62, SAD 46, BJP 7, BSP 3 and independents 10. AAP National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal said his party's strong showing in these polls showed that people in rural areas have put their stamp of approval on the Bhagwant Mann-led government. He said the verdict reflects peoples trust in the Mann governments politics of work spanning the Yudh Nashe Virudh (war against drugs), irrigation reforms, reliable electricity, road construction, employment, education and healthcare. Kejriwal said, Around 70 per cent of the seats in both the zila parishads and block samitis have been won by the AAP. In political terms, what is usually described as an anti-incumbency factor, I believe has instead turned into a pro-incumbency factor. People are very happy with the work done by the government and that is why they have endorsed it so strongly. Citing detailed figures, he said, There are 580 seats across Punjab that were won with a margin of less than 100 votes. Out of these 580 seats, the AAP won 261 seats by a margin of less than 100 votes, while the opposition won 319 seats. If there had been any misuse of machinery or pressure tactics, all it would have taken was a single phone call to a DC or an SDM, and those 319 seats won by the opposition could easily have gone in our favour. We did not do that. We wanted to see the true will of the people. He claimed that such close results clearly showed that the government had not interfered in the electoral process. For a ruling party, it is not difficult to swing a seat decided by one, four or five votes if there is any interference. The fact that this did not happen shows that people have genuinely endorsed the work of the present government, he said. Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann also said that the opposition's hue and cry was baseless, claiming that the results show that the entire process of election was transparent, free and fair. In Dhuri, Congress won by nine votes, in Jhunir it won by 30, in Bharatgarh by 40 votes and even in the area represented by former CM Charanjit Singh Channi, who indulged in a lot of tantrums to mislead people, Congress had won comfortably. If the government had indulged in high-handedness, like the previous regimes, then the Congress and SAD would not have won these seats, he asserted. Polling was held on December 14 to elect members for 347 zones of 22 zila parishads and 2,838 zones of 153 panchayat samitis. Punjab Congress president Amarinder Singh Raja Warring said even AAP leaders know how these elections were fought and how the administration and police were misused like in the previous byelections. He pointed out that one senior police officer is under probe on allegations of directing his junior staff to prevent opposition candidates from filing the nomination papers. He said that despite the AAP governments abuse of power, the Congress candidates managed to do reasonably well. If the Congress could provide such an impressive fight when the odds were heavily against us, imagine what we can achieve once it will be a level playing field during the 2027, he noted, while expressing confidence that the party will stage a comeback.
Uzbek woman shot in Ludhiana after refusing to accompany two men on a drive
CHANDIGARH: A 34-year-old Uzbek woman Asligun Sparova was allegedly shot in the chest by an acquaintance in Ludhiana after she refused to accompany him and his friend on a drive. She is currently undergoing treatment at Christian Medical College and Hospital (CMCH). Police have arrested the duo on charges of attempt to murder. They have been sent to judicial custody. Sources said that the accused Balwinder Singh, of Harinder Nagar in Faridkot, and his accomplice Harjinder Singh, of Mohalla Raghubir Park on Jassian Road in Ludhiana, have been arrested under Sections 109 (attempt to murder), 3(5) (acts done by several persons in furtherance of common intention), and 351(3) (criminal intimidation involving threat of death or grievous hurt) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). Sparova was shot by the accused, a driver by profession, near a hotel on Pakhowal road on the afternoon of December 11. A passerby had brought the victim to the hospital. It is learnt that the delay in registration of the case and action against the accused was due to the non-submission of a statement by the victim as the doctors had not declared her fit earlier. Sparova has been living in India for a year. She had been staying at a hotel in Daad village for the last six months. In her statement to the police, she had alleged that Balwinder had visited her in a car and asked her to accompany him and his friend on a long drive. When she refused, he took out a weapon from the dashboard of the vehicle and shot her in the chest before fleeing from the spot.
ED conducts fresh raids in dunki route case
CHANDIGARH, Dec 18: The Enforcement Directorate on Thursday conducted fresh searches in Punjab, Haryana and Delhi as part of an ongoing money laundering investigation in a case linked to illegally transporting Indians to the US through the dunki route, officials said. The federal probe agency had in July conducted the first round of raids and recently attached assets worth Rs 5 crore of some travel agents after identifying some alleged accused operatives who were behind this illegal racket. Thursdays [] The post ED conducts fresh raids in dunki route case appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Dense Fog Disrupts Flights Across North and East India, Airlines Issue Advisories
Airlines including Air India, IndiGo, and SpiceJet issue advisories as dense fog and poor visibility disrupt flight operations in Delhi, Chandigarh, Patna, and other regions.
Dense fog and reduced visibility have led to numerous IndiGo flight cancellations across major Indian airports on December 18th. The airline is prioritizing safety amidst winter operational challenges, with many affected flights originating from or destined for Chandigarh. Passengers are advised to check their flight status and allow extra travel time.
Fog conditions may impact flight operations in northern and eastern India
NEW DELHI : Dense fog conditions that could cause poor visibility may impact flight operations at Delhi and some airports in Northern and Eastern India over the next few days. The fog impact was minimal on Thursday, with ten flights cancelled from Indira Gandhi International Airport, including one international flight. A total of 69 flights suffered delays of multiple hours, and many of them could eventually be added to the cancelled list, said a spokesperson at Delhi airport. In an official statement issued late Thursday night, Air India said, Over the next few days, potential dense fog conditions resulting in poor visibility may impact flight operations at our primary hub in Delhi and at a few airports in Northern and Eastern India, with a cascading effect on some other cities across our network. The airline urged the public to check flight status on the Air India website before heading to the airport. Air India has taken several proactive measures to mitigate fog-related disruptions. However, despite our efforts, if dense fog leads to sudden cancellations or prolonged delays, our ground colleagues will be available round-the-clock to make alternative arrangements. The FogCare initiative allows passengers booked on flights that are likely to be affected during the fog window to receive advance alerts on their registered phone numbers, with the option to change their flights without any additional payment or seek a full refund without penalty. IndiGo, in a statement, said that low visibility and fog over Chandigarh around midnight have impacted flight schedules at the airport. Flights cannot take off when visibility is below 125 metres. They may, however, be able to land when visibility is up to 100 metres. AQI improves to very poor, fog to stay this week
IndiGo flight Status December 18: Check list of cancelled flights from major Indian Airports today
IndiGo cancelled flights today: At least 11 flights were cancelled at Chandigarh Airport today due to dense fog and low visibility, Indigo said in a statement. At the Delhi Airport, the flight operations continue to be normal. For the past few days, flight operations have been disrupted owing to the adverse weather conditions in northern India.
Two civilians displayed extraordinary bravery during a deadly shooting at Sydney's Bondi Beach. Amandeep Singh Bola disarmed one gunman after police shot him, while fruit shop owner Ahmed al Ahmed tackled another attacker despite being wounded twice. Both men acted instinctively to protect others during the chaotic incident.
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State lad wins overall Mr. India title in Denims category
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 17: Meghalayas Edmund Arnold Myrthong secured the prestigious overall Mr. India 2025 title in the Denims category during the World Fitness Federation (WFF) competition held in Chandigarh on December 14 and 15. The event, which saw a total of 195 participants, featured a strong delegation from Meghalaya, accompanied by the []
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Congress leader Shashi Tharoor on Wednesday commented on the fourth T20 International between India and South Africa being abandoned in Lucknow due to dense smog, suggesting the match should have been scheduled in Thiruvananthapuram instead of a north Indian city grappling with severe air pollution. The match was called off without a ball being bowled after visibility at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium was badly affected by a thick blanket of smog on Wednesday evening. Reacting on X, Tharoor said cricket fans had been left waiting in vain for the IndiaSouth Africa fixture to begin in Lucknow, but poor visibility caused by widespread smog made play impossible. Pointing to air quality concerns across north India, he said the game should have been held in Thiruvananthapuram, where air quality levels were significantly better. Several north Indian cities, including New Delhi, Agra, Lucknow and Chandigarh, remained enveloped in smog through the day. While Delhi recorded an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 334 in the very poor category, Lucknow registered an AQI of 171, classified as moderate, according to data from the Central Pollution Control Board. However, pollution levels varied across the Uttar Pradesh capital. Three of the citys six monitoring stationsKendriya Vidyalaya, Lalbagh and the Talkatora District Industries Centrerecorded AQI levels above 200, placing them in the poor category. The BCCI's Tours and Fixtures Committee's decision to slot matches in the eastern and northern regions of the country during winters has come under the scanner. Meanwhile, India vice-captain Shubman Gill is likely to miss the final T20I against South Africa after suffering a toe injury during a nets session, with the team opting for caution ahead of the T20 World Cup. Sanju Samson is expected to open in his absence. Gill was hit on the toe late in an extended practice session and was in visible discomfort, prompting the team to rest him as a precaution, a BCCI source said. His availability for the Ahmedabad game remains uncertain. The injury comes amid scrutiny over Gills form, with modest returns in the series, while Sanju Samson has impressed in recent outings. Gill had earlier missed the Test and ODI series against South Africa due to a neck injury that required hospitalisation. Despite the dip in form, the coaching staff led by Gautam Gambhir has reiterated its backing of Gill, viewing him as a key top-order batter for the T20 World Cup early next year. (With inputs from PTI)
CHANDIGARH: Aishdeep Singh, the mastermind behind the murder of 30-year-old kabaddi player-cum-promoter Kanwar Digvijay Singh alias Rana Balachauria, was arrested on Wednesday by the Punjab Police from the Indira Gandhi International Airport at Delhi. Meanwhile, another key accused in the case Harpinder Middhi was killed in an encounter at Lalru near here in which two police personnel also sustained injuries. Police said the tussle between different gangsters over the organisation of kabaddi tournaments in Punjab led to the shooting. Senior Superintendent of Police of SAS Nagar Harmandeep Hans said Aishdeep Singh, who had been staying in Russia, came to India on November 25 on the directions of gangster-turned-terrorist Dony Bal to execute the murder. He was arrested from Delhi airport when he was planning to escape to Muscat. Aishdeep informed police about his accomplice Harpinder Middhi, a resident of Naushehra Pannuan in Tarn Taran, who actively supported the shooters and was supposed to escape along with him. Acting on the information, police parties led by Deputy Superintendent of Police of Dera Bassi Bikramjit Singh Brar and including inspectors Sumit Mor, Pushvinder Singh and Malkiat Singh conducted a raid at the location pinpointed by him on the Ambala-Lalru Highway near Jharmal River in Lalru. Upon seeing the police party, the suspect Harpinder Middhi opened fire resulting in serious bullet injuries to two police personnel -- head constables Gulab Singh and Kumar Sharma. The police party retaliated in self-defence during which the suspect was injured and was rushed to Civil Hospital Dera Bassi, where he succumbed to injuries, he said. Gang rivalry over kabaddi tournaments leads to killing of player-promoter Rana Balachauria in Mohali Hans said that police have also arrested another accused Jugraj Singh with the help of Amritsar (Rural) Police. All the accused persons involved in this case have been identified and raids are being conducted to nab the remaining accused, he said. Balachauria was shot dead in Mohali on December 15 by associates of gangsters Doni Bal and Lucky Patial. Police have identified the three accused including the two shooters who pumped bullets into Balachauria. They are Aditya Kapoor alias Makhan and Karan Pathak of Amritsar. The duo are currently absconding. Twelve teams of the Punjab AGTF, SSOC and the district police have been hunting for them for the past two days. Hours after the shootout, gangster Dony Bal claimed responsibility for the attack in a Facebook post. I, Donibal, Saganpreet, Mohabbat Randhawa, Amar Khabe, Prabh Daswal, and Kaushal Chaudhary, take responsibility for the killing of Rana Balachauria during the Kabaddi Cup in Mohali. This man (Rana) was in contact with our rivals Jaggu and Lawrence, it read. He had provided shelter to the killer of Sidhu Moosewala and personally looked after him. By killing Rana today, we have avenged the murder of our brother Sidhu Moosewala. This act was carried out by our brothers Makhan Amritsar and Defaulter Karan, it stated. The killing of Balachauria has brought back memories of a similar incident three years ago when another kabaddi player Sandeep Nangal was shot dead in Jalandhar district in the middle of a tournament at Mallian Kalan village. More recently, a 25-year-old kabaddi player named Teja Singh was shot dead in broad daylight in Jagraon in October this year.
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Aviation Ivy Launches Free Career Guidance Platform for Aspiring Aviation Professionals
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JAIPUR: An air of high tension and uncertainty prevails in Rajasthans Hanumangarh district as hundreds of farmers have begun gathering for a large Mahapanchayat to protest against a proposed ethanol factory in the area. Farmers who clashed with the police last week over the issue have stepped up their agitation after talks with the administration failed. A large Mahapanchayat has been called on Wednesday at the grain market in Hanumangarh Junction. The gathering was initially planned outside the District Collectorate but was later shifted. Farmers allege that the ethanol factory will lead to a decline in groundwater levels and cause air and water pollution, adversely affecting agriculture and the local environment. The factory is being constructed in Rathi Kheda village of Tibbi tehsil. Talks between the District Collector and farmer leaders have reached a deadlock, with farmer representatives stating that the agitation will continue until the construction of the factory is stopped. Farmers have mobilised widely over the past few days, visiting villages to gather maximum support for the Mahapanchayat. On the other hand, the police and district administration have put in place tight security arrangements for the event. To maintain discipline, an order has been issued by the District Collector and District Magistrate of Hanumangarh, Khushal Yadav, imposing prohibitory measures within the revenue limits of the district. With the imposition of Section 144 in Hanumangarh district, the administration has taken strict steps in view of the assembly. In addition, Section 163 has been implemented to maintain law and order, and a ban has been placed on unauthorised gatherings and processions. A warning has also been issued that action will be taken against those who violate the order. A complete ban has been imposed on weapons and sticks, and provocative slogans, speeches and propaganda have also been prohibited. As a precautionary measure, the district administration has suspended internet services at the district headquarters for today and tomorrow. Officials said the suspension of internet services across the district is primarily aimed at preventing the spread of rumours. CID-CB initiates probe against Sangaria MLA, Sri Ganganagar MP over violence at Hanumangarh ethanol plant protest Fearing any untoward incident, the administration has also requisitioned additional police forces from neighbouring districts. Despite the deadlock, farmer leaders maintain that the project poses a serious environmental threat. A Mahapanchayat held on December 10 discussed the future course of the agitation. When farmers later attempted to march towards the factory site, they were stopped by the police, leading to a tense standoff. Meanwhile, GanganagarHanumangarh MP Kuldeep Indora, along with other MPs from Rajasthan, met Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change Bhupendra Yadav to apprise him of the farmers concerns regarding the project. The District Collector reiterated that permission to bring tractors for the Mahapanchayat could not be granted, citing their alleged misuse during earlier incidents in Tibbi. Dune Ethanol Private Limited, a Chandigarh-based company, is setting up a 40-megawatt grain-based ethanol plant in Rathi Kheda. The company has said the project is aligned with the Centres Ethanol Blended Petrol (EBP) programme. Protests against the plant have been ongoing for over a year. A largely peaceful agitation continued for nearly 10 months, from September 2024 to June 2025, but intensified in July 2025 after the company began constructing a boundary wall at the site. On November 19, 2025, construction resumed under police protection, triggering fresh anger among farmers. More than 12 farmer leaders, including Mehanga Singh, were arrested, while 67 people surrendered before the police on November 20 and 21. On December 10, farmers held a large protest outside the Tibbi Sub-Divisional Magistrates office. Later in the afternoon, hundreds of farmers reached the factory site with tractors, where the boundary wall was damaged and clashes broke out with the police. To disperse the crowd, police used tear gas and later resorted to a lathi charge. Congress MLA from Sangaria, Abhimanyu Poonia, who had joined the protest in support of the farmers, was injured in the baton charge and was later admitted to Hanumangarh District Hospital. Over 100 booked, 40 detained in protest against proposed ethanol plant in Rajasthan's Hanumangarh
Varun Chakravarthy,Tilak Varma Prosper In ICC Mens T20I Player Rankings
Indias hard-hitting batter Tilak Varma has surged up two places to fourth in the ICC Mens T20I Player Rankings even as spinner Varun Chakravarthy has consolidated his position at the top of the bowling rankings. Varma followed up his score of 26 in the opening match against South Africa in Cuttack with 62 in New Chandigarh and 26 not out in Dharamsala this past week to overtake Pakistans Sahibzada Farhan and Englands Jos Buttler in the list led by Indias Abhishek Sharma. Varmas best ranking is the second position that he reached in January this year. South Africa captain Aiden Markrams knock of 61 in a score of only 117 in the third match has taken him eight places up to 29th while Quinton de Kocks match-winning 90 in the second T20I has lifted him 14 places to 53rd position. The T20I bowling rankings see Chakravarthy, who bagged two wickets each in the two T20Is played this past week, adding 36 rating points to his tally, which has gone up to a career-best 818 points. Seamers from both sides have moved up the charts. Indias left-armer Arshdeep Singh, who was named Player of the Match for his haul of two for 13 in Dharamsala, is up four places to 16th while South Africa pacers Marco Jansen (up 14 places to 25th) and Lungi Ngidi (up 11 places to 44th) have also progressed. In the ICC Mens Test Player Rankings, Devon Conways scores of 60 and 28 in Wellington helped his team to a nine-wicket win in the second match of their ICC World Test Championship series against the West Indies and lifted him seven places to 34th position among batters. Mitchell Hay made a fine debut, top-scoring with 61 as he started his Test career in joint-78th position while Jacob Duffy took five second-innings wickets for just 38 runs to move up 15 places to a career-best 48th position among bowlers. Also Read: Live Cricket Score
Vote counting is underway for Punjab's zila parishad and panchayat samiti elections, with tight security in place. Over 9,000 candidates vied for seats in 347 zila parishad zones and 2,838 panchayat samiti zones, recording a 48% voter turnout. Opposition parties had previously alleged electoral malpractices by the ruling AAP during the December 14 polls.
Delhi Police's special cell has arrested five key contract killers linked to the Aarzoo-Anmol Bishnoi and Harry Boxer syndicate. These operatives were responsible for three high-profile murders across Punjab, Haryana, and Chandigarh. Their arrests dismantle a significant operational unit of the gang, which was targeting the hospitality and sports sectors.
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Nagesh Trophy: UP, Gujarat, Goa, Delhi, And Bengal Win On Third Day
National T20 Cricket Tournament: Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat, Jammu & Kashmir, Goa, Delhi, and West Bengal won their matches as the 8th edition of the Nagesh Trophy Mens National T20 Cricket Tournament for the Blind 2025 witnessed an electrifying day of league matches across Vijayawada, Gandhinagar, and New Delhi. The day went well, featuring commanding victories, a nail-biting finish, and standout individual performancesfurther underlining the growing competitiveness of blind cricket in India. At Vijayawada, Uttar Pradesh registered a convincing seven-wicket victory over Tamil Nadu. After opting to field, Uttar Pradesh restricted Tamil Nadu to 135/6 in 20 overs, led by disciplined bowling from Gokul Kumar (3 wickets) and Shaukat Ali (2 wickets). The chase was anchored by Ravi Verma, who remained unbeaten on 70 off 44 balls, supported by Vikram Sen (31), as Uttar Pradesh reached 136/3 in 14.1 overs. Ravi Verma was named Player of the Match. In the second match at the venue, Gujarat produced a composed all-round performance to defeat Uttarakhand by six wickets. Gujarat restricted Uttarakhand to 132/9, before chasing down the target comfortably at 133/4 in 14.1 overs. Dinesh Rathva was adjudged Player of the Match for his impactful all-round contribution. At Gandhinagar, fans were treated to a thriller as Jammu & Kashmir edged past Manipur by five runs. Batting first, Jammu & Kashmir posted 173/6, built around Shubams 42 and a fluent unbeaten 33 from Sahil. Manipur mounted a spirited chase, led by Bablu Sankhwar (45), but fell just short at 168/8. Sahil was named Player of the Match for his decisive all-round effort. In another dominant display at the same venue, Goa stormed to a massive 101-run win over Railways. Goa piled on 233/2, powered by a sensational unbeaten 121 off 66 balls by Nilesh, with solid support from Aftab Patel (44). Railways were restricted to 132/8, with Nilesh also contributing with the ball. He was deservedly named Player of the Match. Meanwhile, in New Delhi, West Bengal registered a comprehensive eight-wicket win over Chandigarh. After bowling out Chandigarh for 128 in 18.5 overs, West Bengal chased down the target in just 13 overs, led by contributions from Surajit Ghara and captain Nasiruddin Ahamed, who was named Player of the Match. In another dominant display at the same venue, Goa stormed to a massive 101-run win over Railways. Goa piled on 233/2, powered by a sensational unbeaten 121 off 66 balls by Nilesh, with solid support from Aftab Patel (44). Railways were restricted to 132/8, with Nilesh also contributing with the ball. He was deservedly named Player of the Match. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The days results collectively showcased the intensity, skill, resilience, and rising national prominence of blind cricket in India, as the IndusInd Bank Nagesh Trophy 2025 continues to deliver high-quality, competitive cricket across venues. Article Source: IANS
Accident due to fog kills 3, including a BSF jawan, in Barnala
