Pawan Kumar Mutneja Appointed as New Advocate General of Haryana
Chandigarh, August 22: The Haryana government has appointed Pawan Kumar Mutneja as the new Advocate General (AG). He is a senior lawyer at the Punjab and Haryana High Court and takes over from Praveendran Singh Chauhan. Chauhan has been appointed as an Additional Judge at the Punjab and Haryana High Court, creating a vacancy for ... Read more Pawan Kumar Mutneja Appointed as New Advocate General of Haryana
Think before throwing away: CMs message at Waste to Wonder garden
Srinagar, Aug 21: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday inaugurated the Waste to WonderFlower Garden and Floriculture Mela at Floriculture Park, Polo View, Srinagar, describing the innovative garden as an effort to demonstrate how discarded materials can be given a new life through creativity, reuse and recycling. The Chief Minister first inaugurated the Floriculture Mela and visited the exhibition showcasing a wide range of floral varieties and products associated with floriculture. He inspected stalls put up by flower growers and farmers from across the districts of Kashmir, featuring ornamental nurseries, interior herbal plants, pots and terrariums, floral dcor and gifts, event management services, cut flowers and machinery and products of J&K Agros, among other items. Interacting with the stall owners, the Chief Minister appreciated their innovative business models and encouraged them to continue expanding their activities in the floriculture sector. He also wished the growers and entrepreneurs success in their endeavours. The Floriculture Mela provides flower growers, nursery owners and floriculture enthusiasts from various districts of Kashmir a platform to showcase their floral produce, exchange best practices and explore commercial opportunities in the sector. Later, the Chief Minister inaugurated the Waste to WonderFlower Garden and took a tour of the thematic garden, which features a range of attractive installations created from discarded and scrapped materials. These include a vintage Ambassador car, classic Kashmiri tonga, floral boat, floral scooter, heritage jeep, floral tractor, old tyres and other reclaimed items, which have been creatively transformed into garden features. Speaking on the occasion, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said the garden was a wonderful initiative of the Department of Floriculture aimed at demonstrating that discarded objects could be reused with thought and imagination. This is an effort by the Department of Floriculture to show people that almost anything can be reused if you have the thought and imagination to do so, he said. Pointing towards the installations, the Chief Minister said the garden contained several unusual objects that one would not normally imagine being used in a garden, including a tractor, scooter, old jeep, Ambassador car and even a refrigerator in which plants had been placed and decorated. He said the initiative carries an important message for society to think about reuse and recycling before throwing things away, particularly at a time when solid waste and plastic waste management has emerged as a major challenge in cities and villages. Before throwing anything away, we should stop and think whether it can be reused or recycled. Of course, we cannot use every piece of waste as a decorative item, but wherever there is a possibility of recycling or reuse, we should make the effort, the Chief Minister said. Emphasising the importance of reducing plastic waste, he said people could adopt simple habits such as carrying reusable bags from home while going shopping instead of taking new plastic bags from shops and subsequently discarding them. That is the message behind this garden, and I hope people will come here, enjoy it and also take this message back with them, he said. The garden has been conceived as a thematic model landscape based on the principles of Reduce, Recycle and Reuse (RRR). Nearly 90 per cent of the materials used in its construction have been sourced through recycling and refurbishment rather than fresh procurement, making the project an example of resource-efficient and sustainable landscaping. Designed as an all-season garden, the Waste to WonderFlower Garden has been planned to offer continuous bloom from spring through late autumn. Plant selection and bloom-succession scheduling are aimed at keeping the site visually vibrant and florally active across changing seasons. The Chief Minister also spoke about the scope for further developing the Chrysanthemum Garden, noting that its first season had provided valuable lessons that could be used to improve it during its second season. Drawing a parallel with the evolution of the Tulip Garden, he said the iconic garden had also started on a much smaller scale and was developed progressively over the years through the addition of features such as fountains, water channels and new levels. In the same way, we will continue to add to and improve the Chrysanthemum Garden, he said. Regarding the Waste to Wonder Garden, the Chief Minister suggested that the Department of Floriculture should visit Chandigarh to study similar initiatives and explore possibilities of recreating and further developing the concept in Jammu and Kashmir. If we can recreate a similar Waste to Wonder concept here, it could become a great attraction for tourism, he said. Advisor to the Chief Minister Nasir Aslam Wani, MLA Bani Dr Rameshwar Singh, Additional Chief Secretary to the Chief Minister Dheeraj Gupta, Principal Secretary Culture Brij Mohan Sharma, Commissioner Secretary Floriculture, Gardens & Parks Zubair Ahmad, Director Floriculture, Gardens & Parks Kashmir Ms. Mathora Masoom and other concerned officers were present on the occasion.
Punjab BJP Condemns Congress for Praising Sajjan Kumar as a Role Model
Chandigarh, August 22: Punjab BJP President Kaul Singh Dhillon condemned Congress leaders for referring to Sajjan Kumar, a former MP accused in the 1984 anti-Sikh riots, as a role model. Dhillon stated that this remark has once again exposed the partys anti-Sikh mindset. He emphasized that even after 42 years since the horrific riots, the ... Read more Punjab BJP Condemns Congress for Praising Sajjan Kumar as a Role Model
Bahadurgarh sanitation row: Workers seek redress, MLA calls for dialogue
CMs OSD sends defamation notice to Majithia
2 youths killed, another injured in Rewari
3 held, 6 kg opium, Rs 21L cash, jewellery seized
7-hour Punjab bandh shuts markets & schools, hits traffic
DA case: HP MLA Sudhir Sharma appears before Vigilance Bureau
Launch Jail Bharo stir for release of Sikh prisoners: Jhinda to Qaumi Insaaf Morcha
AAP demands expulsion of Congress MP Deepinder Hooda over Sajjan Kumar remark
Man breaks up scuffle, gets stabbed twice
Chandigarh BJP office gets bomb threat
Haryana to ensure availability of quality medicines, modern diagnostic facilities: Health minister
Tributes to Sajjan: Sikh bodies slam Congress leaders
Haryana CM addresses youth at Gurgaon varsity, coins new term for them
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Quami Insaaf Morcha bandh shuts markets, clogs roads in Mohali
MC reviews Chandigarhs waste management compliance
Special Cell Urges Faster Implementation Of SWM Rules, Seeks Regular Progress Reports
MC evicts 112 vendors from unauthorised spots
Drive Targets Allottees Operating From Old Locations Despite Being Assigned Vending Sites
Mayor assures action on Sector 22-B market woes
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HP govt told to finalise timeline for takeover of hydropower projects
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Grenade thrown at house in Amritsar village
Road can be peeled off with bare hands, allege Bathinda villagers; PWD rejects charge
Drug deaths: PSHRC asks Malwa region SSPs to submit reports
Pawan Bansal Criticizes BJP Over Vande Mataram Controversy
Chandigarh, August 21: Congress leader Pawan Kumar Bansal has targeted the central government regarding the Vande Mataram and One Day, One University initiatives. He stated that the BJP is attempting to create controversy after 90 years to divert attention from its failures. Bansal accused the government of distracting the public while passing bills amid chaos ... Read more Pawan Bansal Criticizes BJP Over Vande Mataram Controversy
Jalandhar Warriors Ready for Challenges in Sher-e-Punjab T20 League: Captain Prabhsimran Singh
Chandigarh, August 21: The inaugural edition of the Sher-e-Punjab T20 League is set to kick off on August 30 at the I.S. Bindra Stadium in Chandigarh. Jalandhar Warriors captain, Prabhsimran Singh, is excited about the tournament. He believes that his team has been well-formed and is ready to face the challenges ahead. Prabhsimran stated, I ... Read more Jalandhar Warriors Ready for Challenges in Sher-e-Punjab T20 League: Captain Prabhsimran Singh
Chandigarh University Electronics & Communication Engineers Develop Solar Powered Robot for Garbage Management
Taps stay dry for 7 days, Nayagaon residents forced to buy every drop of water
Qaumi Insaf Morcha calls for Punjab Bandh, demands release of Bandi Singhs
Tight security at Chandigarh-Mohali border points as Qaumi Insaf Morchas Punjab Bandh kicks in
After 1,184-vote low, AAP seeks PU poll revival ahead of Punjab elections
2 killed, 1 injured as mud wall collapses in Mohali
Paul Merchants Finance Launches Loan Against Silver, Becomes India
Mr. Shaibu Cherian, Director, Paul Merchants Finance Chandigarh [India], August 18: Paul Merchants Finance Private Limited (PMFPL), a diversified NBFC and part of the Paul Merchants Group, has launched its Loan Against Silver product. The launch follows the Reserve Bank of Indias introduction of the Reserve Bank of India (Lending Against Gold and Silver Collateral) []
PU polls on Aug 31: Security tightened as PU claims over 100 bats, rods seized in two days
Now under RTS Act, Chandigarh power co gets fixed timelines for services, complaints
Punjab Bandh call puts Tricity on alert; pvt schools shift online
Watch: Bathinda villagers peel off newly laid road with bare hands, allege shoddy construction
Tight Security at Chandigarh-Mohali Border Points as Qaumi Insaf Morcha's Punjab Bandh Kicks In
Heavy police deployment has been made at many places in the state, including Amritsar, Ludhiana and Jalandhar, to maintain law and order.
Punjab bandh: Shops shut, security tightened over demand for release of Sikh prisoners
Markets remained shut in parts of Punjab due to a bandh call by Qaumi Insaf Morcha. Security was heightened at Chandigarh-Mohali border points and across the state. Supporters created blockades, causing inconvenience to commuters and affecting normal life. Several organizations and farmer unions extended support to the bandh's demands. The Morcha continues its protest for the release of Sikh prisoners.
Sikh Organizations Call for Statewide Shutdown in Punjab Demanding Release of Sikh Prisoners
Chandigarh, August 21: Several Sikh religious and political organizations have called for a statewide shutdown in Punjab on Friday, demanding the release of Sikh prisoners who have completed their sentences. The shutdown is set to last until 2 PM, and heavy security measures have been implemented across the state. Despite support from farmer organizations like ... Read more Sikh Organizations Call for Statewide Shutdown in Punjab Demanding Release of Sikh Prisoners
Several religious, political outfits observe Punjab shutdown today
Chandigarh, Aug 21 (IANS) Several Sikh religious and political organisations seeking the release of Sikh inmates, who have completed their prison terms, on Friday gave a statewide shutdown of Punjab till 2 p.m. amid heavy security buildup. The impact of the shutdown was partial in the morning despite farmer organisations, the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee []
This Haryana man's case was picked up for scrutiny, and during the proceedings the Assessing Officer found large cash deposits, unsecured loans worth crores, and discovered that the Rs 3 lakh agricultural income wasnt substantiated by supporting evidence. Read on to know what happened next, and what has the ITAT ordered.
Punjab Education Minister Exposes BJPs Misleading Claims on Schools
Chandigarh, August 21: Punjabs Education Minister Harjot Bains has accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of spreading misleading propaganda regarding the condition of government schools in the state. He stated that BJP leaders circulated a seven-year-old video to tarnish Punjabs image and mislead the public about the current situation. Bains emphasized that he personally visited ... Read more Punjab Education Minister Exposes BJPs Misleading Claims on Schools
Garbage on rehri, then road; MC finally acts
Free water row rocks MC House; Cong alleges rejection letter was hidden
MC House scraps controversial agenda clearances, reopens 228cr pipeline proposal
MC to shift allotted street vendors to designated sites from today
Flooded Roads, Angry House: Drainage System Under Fire
Gangstran Te Vaar: Over 62k arrested in 7 months, says Spl DGP
RTS panel fines 2 UT engineers over delay in house repairs
Commission Imposes 5,000 Penalty On Each Official For Failing To Complete Renovation Of Sector 22 Govt House Within Stipulated Time
Court clears rape accused, finds no proof girl was minor
Theft case cracked in 24 hours, 2 held
2 Chandigarh players make India squad for Asian Dodgeball Cship
Rs 20,000 fine for black films on 2 luxury cars
AAPs 2017 losing candidate, Rampura Phul civic body chief join Cong
CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu pays floral tributes to former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi
NGT panel: Green zones need protection, healing
7 suspected drug deaths in a week in Punjabs Malwa region
Skipped CWC meet as Id have lost an academic year: Channi
Satauj to Sansad: Documentary on Punjab CM Bhagwant Manns life airs on Aug 30
HP forest dept, ISB join hands to unlock Rs 22,600cr forest economy
SIT questions Bharmaur BJP MLA over Himcare irregularities
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2018-batch IAS Satbir Singh is new Rohtak DC
TEDxSukhna Lake 2026 to Bring 20+ Global and Indian Leaders to Chandigarh
Second edition of TEDxSukhna Lake to feature leaders from OpenAI, Google, Meta, Visa, Snapchat, ICAI, PRS Legislative Research and more under the theme The Age of Possibilities New Delhi [India], August 20: The second edition of TEDxSukhna Lake is set to take place on 26 August 2026 at Tagore Theatre, Chandigarh, bringing together more than []
Two trucks collide in Hanogi tunnel; 4 dead
At Longowal rally, SAD accuses splinter groups of working at behest of enemies
Delhi teen who beat Magnus in online chess to visit Golden Temple
57-yr-old heart patient dies after sexual assault at Panipat hospital
CT Operator Arrested; Accused Of Thrashing Her As Well
2 dead, 1 injured as mud wall collapses at Mohali Aerocity hospital construction site
BKU Ekta Ugrahan stages stir against US FTA
Sikh bodies call for Punjab bandh on Aug 21 over release of Bandi Singhs
BJP demands FIR on ED findings, CBI probe
Bandh for Bandi Singhs: Morcha appeals for 7am-2pm closure across Punjab
No change in Punjab Congress leadership, says Baghel
Bains counters BJP school video, says 2018 clip passed off as recent
Gangster gunned down in Hisar court complex after murder-bid case acquittal
Woman shot dead in Patran over relationship dispute, man who tried to save her shot in hand
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XPLANE: Should every fever result in a swine flu test? A woman's death sparked nationwide uproar.
Swine Flu Advisory: The death of a woman in Indore is a warning. 1,344 cases in Delhi, 500 sick at a school in Bengaluru, and advisories in Haryana, Chandigarh, and Uttar Pradesh are signs that swine flu is spreading rapidly.Why is there turmoil across the country?On Wednesday evening, August...
Shaurya Bhattacharya Leads PGTI Kolar Open
Delhi golfer Shaurya Bhattacharya maintained his two-shot lead after shooting a one-under 71 in Round 3 of the PGTI Kolar Open. He now aggregates 10-under 206, with Chandigarh's Angad Cheema and Hyderabad's Mohammed Azhar tied for second at eight-under 208. Bhattacharya faced challenging weather conditions but secured a crucial birdie on the final hole to restore his advantage for the final round.
Chandigarh University Uttar Pradesh Expands International Academic Network with MoU from University of California, Irvine
Rain ruins Chandigarh petrol langar, annoys crowd; influencer promises 3-day run
Rain ruins Chandigarh petrol langar annoys crowd influencer promises day run
Four killed, 7 injured in two-truck collision in Hanogi Tunnel in Himachal Pradesh's Mandi
Four people were killed and seven others injured after two trucks collided head-on inside the Hanogi Tunnel on the Chandigarh-Manali National Highway in Himachal Pradesh on Thursday morning. The accident took place at around 7:45 am,...
CBI Arrests Assistant DGFT in Haryana Bribery Case
Chandigarh, August 20: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has arrested an Assistant Director General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) stationed in Panipat, Haryana, in connection with a bribery case. On Wednesday, the agency released a press statement detailing the charges against the accused. It is alleged that the Assistant DGFT solicited a bribe of 30,000 ... Read more CBI Arrests Assistant DGFT in Haryana Bribery Case
Channi skips CWC meet, cites MA exam
From shadows of war to kabaddi mat: Irans women train in Sonipat
CMs OSD challenges Majithia to prove charges or apologise
