65th Subroto Cup International Football Tournament Kicks Off with 108 Teams
New Delhi, August 19: The 65th Subroto Cup International Football Tournament commenced on August 18 at the Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Stadium in New Delhi. The opening day featured an exciting match in the Under-17 Girls category, where Meghalaya triumphed over Chandigarh. A total of 108 teams are participating in three categories: Under-17 Junior Girls, Under-17 ... Read more 65th Subroto Cup International Football Tournament Kicks Off with 108 Teams
Fuel For Free: Chandigarhs 'Petrol Langar' Turns Chaotic, Leaves People Fuming
A petrol langar offering free fuel coupons in Chandigarh was postponed after heavy rains disrupted the planned event, but the earlier announcement still drew a large crowd. Amritsar-based social worker Rakesh Trehan, also known as Raja D King, had planned to distribute 500 fuel coupons to two- and three-wheeler owners and 1,000 coupons to four-wheeler owners. The event was rescheduled for Friday and is expected to continue for three days until Sunday. However, several people gathered at a Sector 10 petrol pump on Tuesday and alleged that no coupons were distributed. The crowd, combined with heavy rain, triggered chaos, forcing the organisers and pump owners to shut the station. Police intervened to disperse people, while several vehicles were reportedly impounded for causing traffic disruptions.
Exciting Job Opportunities at IIM Rohtak: Apply by August 29
Chandigarh, August 19: A golden opportunity awaits those aspiring to work at the Indian Institute of Management (IIM). IIM Rohtak has announced various job openings, including the position of Chief Manager, through an official notification on its website. These positions are available on a regular, contractual, or deputation basis. The vacancies include one position each ... Read more Exciting Job Opportunities at IIM Rohtak: Apply by August 29
Chandigarh, Aug 19 (IANS) The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Wednesday apprehended a key suspect over alleged connection with a network of agents, associated with the trafficking of Indian nationals to some countries in Southeast Asia, under the guise of lucrative overseas employment opportunities. The arrest followed investigation into a criminal network of agents []
Rain delays Chandigarh's free 'petrol langar'
A petrol langar offering free fuel coupons in Chandigarh was postponed due to heavy rains, leading to disappointment among a large crowd that had gathered. The organiser, Rakesh Trehan, known as Raja D King, rescheduled the event and plans to distribute coupons for three days.
Free petrol promised, crowd braves rain in Chandigarh. Then this happened
Free petrol promised crowd braves rain in Chandigarh Then this happened
Chandigarh University Researchers Develop All-in-One Mobile System for Doorstep Vehicle Servicing, Alignment & Washing
Chandigarh [India], August 19: During the culminating day of the National Space Technology Conclave 2026, organised by Chandigarh University at their campus, the ISRO experts concluded their remarks deliberated during the two day Conclave. The experts in one voice presented India's strong position in Space technologies and charted out the new policies being taken by the Government of India to make India a space and innovation hub in the time to come. India has emerged as a global leader in the development of radar systems over the last decade and more, driven by a strong focus on indigenization and active industry involvement. Our capabilities now span almost all major radar frequency bands which has also positioned India as an attractive partner for leading global space agencies and institutions such as NASA, JPL, France and JAXA for collaborative missions and technologies, said Dr. Nilesh M Desai, former Director of Space Applications Centre (SAC), ISRO, during the National Space
Chandigarh petrol 'langar': Rain spoils plans, organisers promise more events this week
Chandigarh petrol 'langar': Rain spoils plans, organisers promise more events this week
Petrol 'langar' in Chandigarh postponed: Rain spoils residents plans, but new date announced
In Chandigarh, a unique petrol langar has been postponed due to adverse weather conditions, including heavy rain. According to social media videos, devotees were promised fuel coupons for chanting Jai Mata Di. However, the petrol pumps featured in the promotional videos have distanced themselves from the initiative. The organiser, Raja, who identifies himself as a devotee from Amritsar, continues to share details about the proposed event on social media, although the claims remain largely unverified following the postponement.
Rs 427 crore cold-water fisheries cluster notified in Anantnag
Srinagar, Aug 18: The Centre has notified a Cold-Water Fisheries Cluster Development Project in Anantnag, with Kulgam and Shopian as partnering districts. The Cold Water Cluster Development Project worth Rs 427 crore has been notified in Anantnag district, the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying recently informed the Lok Sabha. A senior J&K Fisheries Department official said the cluster will primarily cover Anantnag, with Kulgam and Shopian as partnering districts. The Centre has already approved aRs 100 crore Trout Integrated Aqua Park near Dandipora-Kokernag under the Pradhan MantriMatsyaSampadaYojana (PMMSY). However, the Atlantic trout fish farming project proposed by the Centre at Bidhar-Kokernag remains in the preliminary examination stage due to concerns over ecology, drinking-water availability and its impact on local fish units. The proposal, in collaboration with Fountainhead Agro-Farms Ltd., is undergoing feasibility and environmental assessments, the Fisheries Department said. No final decision has been taken on its establishment. Separately, according to the data tabled by the Ministry in the House, J&K has been sanctioned fisheries and aquaculture projects worth Rs 154.57 crore under Pradhan MantriMatsyaSampadaYojana( PMMSY). The projects have a central share of Rs 81.43 crore. Rs 79.61 crore has been released and Rs 63.44 crore utilised, it said. The package includes 751 trout raceways, five hatcheries, five fish feed mills, 70 fish kiosks, 66 live fish vending centres, 211 three-wheelers with ice boxes, 21 refrigerated vehicles, 64 biofloc units, eight RAS units and 18 value-added enterprises. The Ministry said 88,225 fishers in J&K have been covered under livelihood and nutritional support. Ladakh has been sanctioned projects worth Rs 33.49 crore. Rs 12.17 crore has been released and Rs 11.23 crore utilised. Its package includes 344 trout raceways, 13 hatcheries, two RAS units, four ornamental fish units, 23 fish kiosks, two ice plants/cold storages, two insulated and refrigerated vehicles and 130 scooters with ice boxes. A Cold Water Fisheries Cluster has also been notified in Kargil, the Ministry informed. J&K and Ladakh together account for Rs 188.06 crore in sanctioned projects. Across the UTs, the Centre has approved PMMSY projects worth Rs 1,032.66 crore. Of this, Rs 246.55 crore has been released and Rs 201.57 crore utilised. J&K accounts for nearly 32 per cent of funds released and 31.5 per cent of utilisation across the UTs. It has utilised about 80 per cent of funds released, against 82 per cent across the UTs. J&K has the third-highest sanctioned project cost among the UTs, after Puducherry (Rs 357.19 crore) and Andaman and Nicobar Islands (Rs 280.67 crore). The Ministry said PMMSY, launched in 2020-21, aims to increase fish production, improve fishermens incomes and livelihoods, strengthen infrastructure and value chains, and diversify income sources. Among other UTs, Lakshadweep has projects worth Rs 71.51 crore, Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu Rs 129.90 crore and Delhi Rs 5.33 crore. Chandigarh has taken up no fisheries development project under PMMSY.
Petrol Langar Leaves Chandigarh Residents Disappointed Amid Rain
A large crowd gathered at a fuel station in Sector 10 amid heavy rainfall. However, no petrol was distributed at the spot, leaving many people upset.
Congress MP Deepender Hooda Campaigns for NSUI at Punjab University
Chandigarh, August 19: Congress MP Deepender Hooda visited Punjab University on Tuesday to campaign for the National Students Union of India (NSUI). He was joined by NSUI National President Vinod Jakhar during this event. In a conversation with the media, Hooda stated, The atmosphere at Punjab University indicates that all students have decided to support ... Read more Congress MP Deepender Hooda Campaigns for NSUI at Punjab University
Haryana Expands Job Opportunities for Former Agniveers
Chandigarh, August 19: The Haryana government has significantly increased employment opportunities for former Agniveers. The government has introduced a 20% horizontal reservation for direct recruitment in specific positions. Additionally, there is a 5% horizontal reservation for other Group-C positions and a 1% reservation for Group-B positions related to skill specialization. These directives were issued on ... Read more Haryana Expands Job Opportunities for Former Agniveers
Daughters children also get 100% stamp duty waiver on lifetime transfer of property
2 MBBS Interns molested at medical college in Sonipat; protests erupt
Haryana CM calls Sikh leaders meeting over Panjokhra Sahib row
Father of two shot dead in road rage over minor accident in Ludhiana
Anti-Sikh hate crimes in US rise despite overall decline: FBI
Dhillon writes to Mandaviya for establishment of sub-regional office of ESIC in Bathinda
Punjab grain scam: High court quashes summoning order
Chandigarh sinks again: Homes, markets flooded; commuters stranded
72.4mm: Chandigarh records seasons heaviest 2-hour spell
Two swept away in drain in Panchkula, bridge caves in
Himachal CM to ask Centre for cut in IAS, IPS & IFS posts; says move will save Rs 200cr
BJP, AAP trade barbs over ED findings, agency action
DGP office flags missing records, evasive answers by BJP MLA
Dhaliwal seeks Ujh dam to curb floods in Ajnala
51 farmers stage bare-chested protest at Khanauri border over Delhi march
Sudhir Sharma appears before vigilance bureau
SGPC asks Pak to expand Sikh pilgrims visa quota to 7.5k
Differences within SKM over starting morcha at Chandigarh from Sep 1
Nepals Guru Nanak coins to be preserved in PU, 3 Punjab varsities
Sirmaur bizman found murdered in Paonta Sahib parking lot
TCP officers summoned over delay in Solan Regional Plan implementation
Water-sharing dispute divides Punjab farmers ahead of Sept 1 protest
5 thermal units shut amid strike as Punjab power demand nears record
Punjab BJP Accuses AAP Government of Hindering Court Orders on DA Payments
Chandigarh, August 18: The President of the Punjab Bharatiya Janata Party, Keval Singh Dhillon, targeted the state government on Tuesday. He claimed that instead of complying with the Punjab and Haryana High Courts 15-day deadline for paying pending Dearness Allowance (DA) and Dearness Relief (DR) to government employees and pensioners, the Punjab government is attempting ... Read more Punjab BJP Accuses AAP Government of Hindering Court Orders on DA Payments
Bajwa claims GMADA has Rs 15,000cr loan plan, seeks details of Rs 192cr fee
Meghalaya win opening match of U-17 girls Subroto Cup nationals
Shillong, Aug 18: Meghalaya defeated Chandigarh 2-0 in their opening match of the 65th edition of the Subroto Cup International Football Tournament 2026 at the Ambedkar Stadium in New Delhi. The match was played in Group D of the U-17 girls category. Meghalaya are being represented at the tournament by Little Star Higher Secondary School [] The post Meghalaya win opening match of U-17 girls Subroto Cup nationals first appeared on Highland Post .
Akal Takht officiating jathedar congratulates Sikh RAF officer
Chandigarh, Odisha and Madhya Pradesh secure wins in Junior Women National Championship
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Junior Women's Hockey Nationals: Top Teams Secure Victories
At the 16th Hockey Junior Women National Championship in Pune, Chandigarh, Odisha, and Madhya Pradesh secured decisive wins, while Manipur narrowly defeated Maharashtra in a thrilling Division A encounter. Key players delivered strong performances, including hat-tricks, contributing to high-scoring matches and close finishes.
Jai Mata Di for petrol? Chandigarh devotee plans a unique fuel langar
L&T Finance to open 500 gold loan branches
Non-bank lender L&T Finance is planning to open 500 gold loan branches in this financial year, increasing its network from 330 branches as of March 31, to expand its footprint in the sector that is projected to grow at a compounded annual growth rate of 30% for the next two years.The expansion follows the companys entry into the gold loan market last year through the acquisition of the gold loan business of Chandigarh-based Paul Merchants Finance Private Ltd. L&T Finance paid Rs 537 crore for the all-cash deal, which helped it acquire a Rs 1,350 crore loan book, 130 branches and 700 employees.Gold loan serves as one of the key drivers of our growth agenda, as L&T Finance continues its transformation into a risk-first, tech-first, AI (artificial intelligence)-native retail financial institution, chief operating officer Raju Dodti said in Kolkata.Also read: UPI costs Rs 20,700 crore, government allocation just Rs 2,000 crore: Parliament PanelHe said that while the lender aims to grow more than 20% at the enterprise level, its gold loan business is expected to increase over 50%, albeit on a low base.Credit rating agency ICRA projected a more than 30% compound annual growth rate in organised gold loans by banks and non-bank financial companies during 2026-27 and 2027-28, surpassing Rs 30 lakh crore by March 2028 from Rs 18.5 lakh crore at the end of March this year.
'Fake' knee-surgery beneficiaries dance at Punjab I-Day function sparks political slugfest
Pride of Chandigarh: Vikrant Jolly Qualifies for Ontario
In a notable achievement for the citys legal fraternity, young Chandigarh advocate Vikrant Jolly The post Pride of Chandigarh: Vikrant Jolly Qualifies for Ontarios Legal Elite appeared first on Khalsa Vox .
Chandigarh, August 18: Punjab Congress President Amarinder Singh Raja Warring has launched a scathing attack on the state government regarding an order issued by the Finance Department. He alleges that there is an attempt to undermine the directives of the Punjab and Haryana High Court. Warring took to the social media platform X to share ... Read more Punjab Congress President Amarinder Singh Raja Warring Criticizes State Government Over Court Order Contempt
Punjab Congress Criticizes AAP Government Over Finance Department Orders
Chandigarh, August 18: Punjab Congress President Raja Amarinder Singh Warring accused Chief Minister Bhagwant Manns Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government of disrespecting the judiciary. This allegation follows directives issued by the states finance department, which appear to contradict the Punjab and Haryana High Courts orders regarding the payment of Dearness Allowance (DA) to government employees. ... Read more Punjab Congress Criticizes AAP Government Over Finance Department Orders
RAFs first Sikh pilot since WW2 fulfils dream of grandpa he never saw
2 families lose over Rs 40L to immigration fraud
Punjab Congress bigwigs set for Delhi huddle to burn differences
PU faces student protests over UIET detention issue
Punjab to add 100 midi buses to PRTC fleet for rural connectivity
Class XI student hits the mark with seven-medal haul
BJP supports jathedars call for increasing Sikh population
MC House, F&CC meetings this week; key agendas set for fresh debate
Majithia, Harsimrat slam AAP govt over order on court directions in DA/DR cases
Trees still encased in concrete despite NGT order, alleges society
Mohali-Sirhind highway to open by Sept-end
Final inspection completed for 651-crore greenfield corridor; 27-km express link expected to slash travel time and ease congestion at Landran Chowk
PSEB daily wage staff protest over delay in regularisation
PU students protest over security, shut gate 2
MC set to tighten rules for meat shops, restaurants
CM concerned about peoples health, Sisodia hits back at opposition
Student Front, NSUI signal poll understanding ahead of PU elections
HC pushes for International Arbitration Centre in Chandigarh
2 Jhajjar girls make it to Indias para hockey squad
2 cops killed as car collides head-on with truck in Shimla
CM releases Rs 27cr for development projects in Chopal
CM for speedy procurement of medical equipment
Punjab-Haryana score key BJP berths, HP draws a blank
Kullu landslide threat: Residents seek concrete measures to avert any tragedy
Pannuns Khalistan capital claim over Shimla raises security concerns in HP
NGT panels clean chit to Dera Beas centre on green violations
Meet the only woman Hindu zamindar of Pakistan
Warring demands Manns apology over staged I-Day dance performance
SAD cries discrimination over denial of main stage venue for Sant Longowals death anniversary
Rs 500cr MILKFED seed subsidy scam: HC issues notice to govt
BJPs Tarun Chugh Criticizes Congress Over National Anthem Controversy
Chandigarh, August 17: BJP MP Tarun Chugh has sharply criticized the Congress party regarding the controversy surrounding the national song Vande Mataram. He also accused Congress of double standards concerning the student protests in Jharkhand. In an interview, Chugh expressed his disappointment over Congress leader Sonia Gandhis alleged failure to fully sing Vande Mataram during ... Read more BJPs Tarun Chugh Criticizes Congress Over National Anthem Controversy
Punjab BJP Chief Condemns Alleged Disruption of Vande Mataram at Congress Event
Chandigarh, August 17: Punjab BJP President Kailash Singh Dhillon expressed concern over the alleged disrespect shown to the national song Vande Mataram during the Independence Day event at the Congress headquarters in Delhi. On Monday, he stated that while the entire nation was immersed in patriotic fervor on this sacred occasion, the reported attempt by ... Read more Punjab BJP Chief Condemns Alleged Disruption of Vande Mataram at Congress Event
Hansi dairy operators murder: Standoff eases, activists released; govt assures aid, job for widow
8th pay commission: What's on the agenda for upcoming states visits and meetings? Check top updates
8th pay commission: What's on the agenda for the panel's upcoming states visits in August and September? Check top updates for the planned meetings in Jaipur, Chennai, Chandigarh, Puducherry and Mumbai.
BJP appoints Haryana MP Sanjay Bhatia as national general secretary
Verka Recruitment 2026: 172 Positions Available Including Deputy Manager, Apply by August 25
Chandigarh, August 17: The Punjab State Cooperative Milk Producers Federation Limited (Verka) has announced the recruitment of qualified candidates for various positions, including Deputy Manager. A total of 172 vacancies have been officially notified, inviting applications from interested individuals. Among the 172 vacancies, there are 15 positions for Deputy Manager (Marketing), 2 for Deputy Manager ... Read more Verka Recruitment 2026: 172 Positions Available Including Deputy Manager, Apply by August 25
Chandigarh University Hosts National Space Technology Conclave with ISRO; 30 Eminent Space Leaders & Scientists Deliberate on India's Future Space Missions
Chandigarh, Aug 17 (IANS) Punjab BJP President, Kewal Singh Dhillon, on Monday expressed concern over the alleged disrespect shown to the national song Vande Mataram during the Independence Day programme at the Congress headquarters in Delhi. He claimed when the entire nation was immersed in the spirit of patriotism on the sacred occasion of Independence []
IMD Warns of Heavy to Very Heavy Rain in J
Panchkula, Aug 17: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast heavy to very heavy rainfall over Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh and other parts of the western Himalayan region over the next few days, while Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi and Punjab are also likely to receive heavy rain on August 17 and 18. The IMD said [] The post IMD Warns of Heavy to Very Heavy Rain in J&K, Himachal appeared first on Northlines .
From Chandigarh To Britain: Arshdeep Singh Dang Becomes First Sikh RAF Fighter Pilot Since WWII
Born in Chandigarh and raised in Britain, Arshdeep Singh Dang has turned a family dream into a historic Sikh milestone in the RAF.
