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On average, 13 die in road accidents in Punjab every day, gaps in emergency care take blame
High court suspends life sentence of Himachal IPS officer in 2017 Gudiya custodial death case
Retired Punjab IG Amar Singh Chahal attempted suicide after losing Rs 8 crore in an online fraud. Scammers posing as wealth managers lured him with fake returns, leading him to invest heavily and borrow from friends and family. An FIR has been filed against unidentified persons.
Dense fog to blanket Chd from today
Nepotism row: Accused PGI prof says others did it too
Industrial pulse weakens: Chandigarhs MSME growth story hits sudden brake
Fogs ghostly shroud strangles North
Japanese tourist drugged & robbed in Mohali
HMEL to invest Rs 2,600cr at Guru Gobind Singh Refinery, Bathinda
HC notice to Punjab after petition challenges cancellation of 343 psychologists recruitment
Coal brazier left burning, 5 found dead in resort room
Food supply probe: Haryana min suspends official, orders charges
Hry to play leading role in Indias emergence as sporting powerhouse: CM
State govt must clarify Haryanas stand on Chandigarh: Cong MLA
Accused escapes from Hisar court, nabbed by alert ASI
Two held with heroin worth 90L in Yamunanagar
CBI organizes outreach programme for underprivileged children
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 23: As part of its 115th Foundation Day celebrations, Central Bank of India, (CBI) Chandigarh Zone, organised an outreach programme at Vriddhi School, Jagatpura, Mohali, benefitting underprivileged children from weaker sections of society. The programme began with a welcome address by Pranita Biswas, visionary founder of Vriddhi School, who lauded the Banks commitment towards inclusive education and social upliftment. On the occasion, Arvind Kumar, Zonal Head, Chandigarh, along with senior officials, distributed 115 warm sweaters, school [] The post CBI organizes outreach programme for underprivileged children appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
3 days after death in Guwahati road accident, Sashastra Seema Bal jawan cremated
Traffic diversions in UT for Shahs Pkl visit
Hisar cops warn Bajrang Dal against religious event outside 160-year-old church on Christmas
PU VC launches book authored by student
NOCs Issued for Subway Linking Railway Station and Bus Stand in Ambala Cantt: Vij
Haryana's Energy Minister Anil Vij announced that No Objection Certificates have been issued for a subway connecting Ambala Cantonment bus stand and railway station. The project, set to be built under National Highway-44, will enhance passenger safety and connectivity by eliminating the need to cross the busy GT Road.
Five labourers found dead, Asphyxia likely cause as they sleep with fire in enclosed room
Tragedy struck Kurukshetra as five Uttar Pradesh labourers were discovered deceased in a resort room. Authorities suspect asphyxiation from a fire lit for warmth in the enclosed space overnight. The men, engaged in a painting job, were found unresponsive by resort staff. Investigations are underway following the recovery of burning coal from the scene.
Two held with 810 grams of heroin worth Rs 90 lakh in Yamunanagar
Haryana food minister Rajesh Nagar suspended an inspector and ordered FIRs against officials for irregularities and defying orders. The minister also directed action on land encroachment, shop repair, and a farmer blocking a culvert, emphasizing strict adherence to departmental rules.
CHANDIGARH: Punjab Police have filed a case of forgery among other offences against cyber fraudsters who allegedly duped former Inspector General of Police Amar Singh Chahal of Rs 8.10 crore. Chahal shot himself in Patiala on Monday and continues to remain in a critical condition. Highly placed sources said that Patiala Police has registered a case under sections pertaining to forgery and the IT Act on the basis of the suicide note in which Chahal had made serious revelations regarding the fraud. Senior Superintendent of Police of Patiala Varun Sharma confirmed that a FIR has been registered. He said that investigations have started to ascertain the role of everyone involved. We will ensure that all those linked to the fraud are identified and arrested. A probe has been initiated, he said. Chahal is currently under observation after a surgery. His condition is critical and the next 48 to 72 hours are crucial, said an officer on condition of anonymity. The former IGP was yesterday taken to a private hospital in Patiala. As per the hand written suicide note has been recovered from the scene which indicates that he was a victim of some financial fraud allegedly caused by an online fraud. He detailed the circumstances that led to his extreme step. He had alleged that he was defrauded by what he described as a highly sophisticated gang of scammers. He had recently joined a WhatsApp group operating under the name of an 'IPS group,' where members promised exceptionally high returns on investments. He expressed deep distress over his inability to repay those who had extended financial support to him in good faith. In a twelve page note he wrote, With sorrow, pain and despair I have to bring it to your kind notice I have been cheated by the cyber thugs posing as 'wealth equity advisers to the tune of Rs 8.10 crore. At the outset I regret that I did not use due caution while parting with my money. Actually I saw this group every active of whatsapp and telegram. They were claiming to representing group which is authorised by Government of India and SEBI to educate and help retail investors earn good money from capital markets. Chahal wrote in the note that from October 28, 2025, a person posing as a senior executive of a private bank began to give tips on capital markets every day, whereby they explained stock market and other factor effecting Indian markets. The details of the beneficiaries where money was transferred are given in my dairy giving date wise transfer of funds. Also of details of amounts I borrowed from different people. The details of the bank accounts are also given where money was transferred. This can give a clear picture about the money trail, it stated. Chahal, retired as Inspector General of Police and is one of the accused in the 2015 Behbal Kalan and Kotkapura firing cases in Faridkot.
Drone drops 12 kg heroin near Amritsar amid rise in cross-border smuggling
CHANDIGARH: A consignment of over 12 kg of heroin, dropped by a drone from Pakistan, was recovered near Daleke village in the Lopoke area of Amritsar, amid a rise in cross-border smuggling attempts during the winter fog season. The Anti-Narcotics Task Force (ANTF) of the Punjab Police, in coordination with the Border Security Force (BSF), recovered approximately 12.050 kg of heroin from agricultural fields near Daleke village. Officials said smugglers were attempting to exploit thick fog conditions that severely reduce visibility along the 553-kilometre Indo-Pak international border in Punjab during winter. Director General of Police, Punjab, Gaurav Yadav said that during routine patrolling of identified vulnerable points, information was received about the presence of a drone in agricultural fields in the Daleke village area. Acting promptly on the input, joint teams from the ANTF, under the supervision of Superintendent of Police Gurpreet Singh, carried out a systematic search of the suspected location, he said, adding that a consignment of heroin was recovered from fields near Daleke village. The total weight of the recovered contraband, including packaging material, was found to be 12.050 kg, the DGP said. Sharing further details, Superintendent of Police, ANTF, Gurpreet Singh said preliminary investigation was underway to trace backward and forward linkages in the case using technical evidence and human intelligence. Suspects who were supposed to retrieve the consignment have been identified, and raids are being conducted to nab them, he said. A case, FIR No. 322 dated December 22, 2025, has been registered under Sections 21(c) and 29 of the NDPS Act at Police Station ANTF. Sources said that since December 1 this year, the BSF has recovered around seven drones and 24 kg of heroin along the international border. With this, the total number of drone recoveries this year has risen to 279, while heroin seizures have reached approximately 400 kg. The small, low-flying drones, equipped with GPS-enabled drop mechanisms, are launched from Pakistan, often flying at night and returning within minutes. It is believed that many drones may have returned after successfully airdropping consignments of heroin, arms and ammunition. Sources said Pakistan-based drug syndicates and terror modules deliberately time their operations to coincide with periods of heavy fog, which usually last from late evening until well into the afternoon. The reduced visibility creates favourable conditions for cross-border infiltration and drone-based smuggling, hampering normal surveillance. Despite the challenging weather conditions, surveillance along the border has been significantly strengthened. Foot patrols have been enhanced, monitoring from observation towers has been intensified, and trained sniffer dogs have been deployed along the border fence and approach roads. These dogs, specially trained to detect narcotics and explosives, play a crucial role in identifying hidden consignments and tracking smugglers attempting to exploit foggy conditions. In many cases, drones have been intercepted and their payloads recovered before reaching their intended receivers, sources said.
Punjab CIC pulls up Amritsar MC over missing records of commercial complex
Indigo cancels 50 flights at various airports on Tuesday
Mumbai: Domestic carrier IndiGo, which is being probed for massive operational disruption earlier this month, cancelled around 50 flights on Tuesday, according to the airlines website. The flights have been cancelled from across airports, including Mumbai, Delhi, Varanasi, Pune, Chandigarh, Amritsar, Indore, and Patna, among others. The airline, however, did not provide any reason 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 .
CHANDIGARH: To escalate mass deportations and slash enforcement costs, the United States has announced a Christmas offer for illegal immigrants to leave the country voluntarily. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has now offered illegal aliens $3,000 ( approximately Rs 2.70 lakh) along with free flight, if they agree to leave the US before the end of the year. In a statement, the Department of Homeland Security said that it is continuing to deliver this holiday season on its promise to help illegal immigrants in the United States return home. Illegal aliens who sign up to self-deport through the CBP (Customs and Border Protection) Home app by the end of the year will receive a $3,000 stipend in addition to a free flight home. Using the CBP Home app qualifies recipients for forgiveness of any civil fines or penalties for failing to depart the country, it read. The statement further added, Self-deportation through the CBP Home app is the best gift that an illegal alien can give themselves and their families this holiday season. Its a fast, free, and easy process: Just download the app, fill out your information, and DHS will take care of the rest including arranging and paying for your travel back home. US Customs and Border Protection officers arrest illegal Indian immigrant on child predator charges Those illegal aliens who dont take advantage of this special offer have only one alternative: They will be arrested, deported, and they will never be able to return to the United States, it stated. Since January 2025, 1.9 million illegal aliens have voluntarily self-deported, and tens of thousands have used the CBP Home program. Illegal aliens should take advantage of this offer and self-deport because if they dont, we will find them, arrest them, and they will never return, said Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem. The CBP app was formulated during the Biden administration for migrants to schedule asylum interviews, but the President Donald Trump administration rebranded it and transformed its purpose. Earlier in May this year, the Department of Homeland Security announced financial and travel assistance to facilitate illegal immigrants to travel back to their home country through the CBP Home App. It has been stated that any illegal immigrant who uses the CBP Home App to self-deport will get a stipend of USD 1,000, paid after their return to their home country is confirmed through the app. DHS had then called self-deportation a dignified way to leave the US and said that it would allow them to avoid being encountered by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). It had also been said that it is projected that the use of CBP Home will decrease the costs of a deportation by around 70 per cent. As of May, the average cost to arrest, detain and remove an illegal immigrant was USD 17,121.
12 kg suspected heroin recovered in Amritsar
CHANDIGARH, Dec 23: The Anti-Narcotics Task Force, Punjab, in coordination with the BSF, has recovered nearly 12 kg of suspected heroin in a village in the Amritsar district. In a major breakthrough, @ANTFPunjab (Border Range), in coordination with BSF, recovers a quantity of suspected heroin weighing approximately 12.050 Kg near Village Dalleke, PS Lopoke, following inputs about drone movement, Punjab Police DGP, Gaurav Yadav said in a post on X on Tuesday. A case is being registered, and a preliminary [] The post 12 kg suspected heroin recovered in Amritsar appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Former Punjab Police IG Amar Singh Chahal is in critical condition after a self-inflicted gunshot, reportedly due to an Rs 8.1 crore online investment scam. A handwritten note detailed how he was defrauded by a group named 'F-777 DBS Wealth Equity Research Group'. This incident follows a similar case involving another IPS officer in the region.
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Former Punjab IPS officer shoots himself after falling victim to Rs 8.10 crore cyber fraud
CHANDIGARH: After falling victim to an alleged online fraud by cyber criminals to the tune of Rs 8.10 crore, former Inspector General of Police Amar Singh Chahal shot himself in Patiala on Monday and is in a critical condition. Sources said that Chahal was rushed to Park Hospital with a serious chest injury and is undergoing treatment. A handwritten note recovered from the scene said that he was a victim of an online fraud. The note, written in the form of a letter and addressed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah and Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, alleges that he was defrauded by what he described as a 'very sophisticated group of scamsters'. Chahal had recently joined a WhatsApp group where members were promised exceptionally high returns on investments. He expressed deep distress over his inability to repay those who had extended financial support to him in good faith. In a twelve-page note sent by him to his friends and well wishers, which was also addressed to Punjab DGP Gaurav Yadav, he wrote, With sorrow, pain and despair, I have to bring it to your kind notice that I have been cheated by cyber thugs posing as 'wealth equity advisers' to the tune of Rs 8.10 crore. At the outset, I regret that I did not use due caution while parting with my money. Actually I saw that this group was very active on WhatsApp and Telegram. They were claiming to represent a group that is authorised by the government of India and SEBI (as per them) to educate and help retail investors earn good money from capital markets. Chahal writes in the note that starting from October 28, 2025, a person posing on behalf of a senior executive of a private bank was giving tips on capital markets every day, explaining the stock market and other factors affecting Indian markets. The details of the beneficiaries to whom money was transferred are given in my diary. Also, the details of amounts I borrowed from different people are there. The details of the bank accounts are also given where money was transferred. This can give a clear picture about the money trail, it stated. The note reads, Since this is a very sophisticated group of scamsters, only a dedicated SIT can break the network and bring them to book. If your good self may find it proper, it could even be entrusted to the CBI or a specialized cell in Punjab Police. I would be grateful that if any culprits are caught and recoveries effected, some could be got passed on to my family so that they are able to pay the persons from whom I borrowed the money. While advising people to be aware of scamsters, I have myself fallen victim to their sophisticated method. I am left with no choice but to end my life, it adds. The note further read, I have used the rifle of my gunman who is not at all at fault. He is a sincere boy. Since I do not have any private weapon, I used to keep this rifle in my almirah for the night while at home. Senior Superintendent of Police of Patiala Varun Sharma said, When we received information about the gunshot, police teams rushed to his residence. He was shifted to a private hospital in a critical condition. A detailed investigation is underway. A suicide note has been recovered from him and we are checking the facts. Chahal is one of the accused in the 2015 Behbal Kalan and Kotkapura firing cases in Faridkot. A Special Investigation Team (SIT) led by additional director general of police L K Yadav had filed a chargesheet in a Faridkot court on February 24, 2023, naming Chahal along with several others including former chief minister Parkash Singh Badal (now deceased), his son and former Deputy Chief Minister Sukhbir Singh Badal, and five police officers including former DGP Sumedh Singh Saini, IGP Paramraj Singh Umranangal, former SSPs Sukhminder Singh Mann and Charanjit Singh Sharma.
CHANDIGARH: A patient was allegedly assaulted by a doctor at the Indira Gandhi Medical College (IGMC) in Shimla triggering protests by his kin outside the hospital premises. Medical superintendent of the hospital Rahul Rao said that action against the accused doctor has been initiated and a report has been sought. Further action will be taken after the report is received, he said, adding that the victim has lodged a police complaint and an FIR has been filed against the doctor who is a specialist in pulmonary medicine. The patient, who belongs to a village in the Kupvi subdivision of Shimla district, told the media that he had visited the hospital after experiencing breathing problems. When the doctor arrived, he spoke to me rudely. When I requested him to speak respectfully, he started beating me, he alleged. A video of the alleged assault was recorded and has since gone viral on social media. Following the incident, the patient's kin raised slogans outside the hospital, demanding the suspension of the doctor. State health minister Colonel Dhani Ram Shandil assured that strict action would be taken following a thorough inquiry into the incident, which took place on Sunday. Shandil said that such conduct was unacceptable and went against the ethics of the medical profession. This kind of behaviour will not be tolerated. An explanation has been sought from the Health Secretary, IGMC Medical Superintendent, and the Principal. A detailed investigation will be conducted, and strict action will be taken to ensure such incidents are not repeated anywhere, he said. Former Chief Minister and Leader of the Opposition Jai Ram Thakur termed the incident unfortunate and disturbing. He said such episodes raise serious concerns about professional conduct in public healthcare institutions.
ISWAI Launches National Movement - 'I-pledge to Never-Drink-and-Drive'
The International Spirits and Wines Association of India (ISWAI), a key advocate for the Indian Premium Alcoholic Beverage Industry, announced a nationwide digital movement, I-pledge to Never-Drink-and-Drive (I-Pledge NDAD), reinforcing its continued commitment to community well-being. The I-Pledge NDAD initiative is aimed at engaging the public to promote a culture of never to drink and drive, and encourage responsible consumption across India. Starting with an impactful Never-Drink-and-Drive campaign in Lucknow and Chandigarh earlier this year, the movement now expands its national footprint, leveraging digital media to drive a sustained behavioural change. pledge.iswai.in ), the campaign enables citizens to take a simple online pledge and receive a personalized certificate acknowledging their commitment to this important cause. A real-time pledge counter highlights growing public participation, while social sharing with #NeverDrinkAndDrive helps amplify the message nationwide. Speaking on the roll-out, Sanjit Padhi, CEO, ISWAI, said, The I-pledge movement is not just a digital initiative, it is a collective call for responsible behaviour. By empowering individuals to make a conscious commitment to never drink and drive, we aim to build a culture where safety is prioritised. The power of I-pledge reinforces the fact that change begins with you. Sanjit Padhi further added, Driving under the influence continues to be a leading cause of road accidents in India. Through the I-pledge platform, we encourage citizens to choose safer alternatives, such as a designated driver, a cab, or not driving after drinking at all. With over 1,800 citizens already committed, the campaign calls on many more to take the pledge, spread awareness, and help make our roads safer for everyone. As a responsible industry body, ISWAI continues to create awareness among the public on safe consumption and safe driving through various campaigns, especially during festive seasons and celebrations, when socialising is common. ISWAI calls upon citizens across India to take the I-Pledge and be part of this important movement.
Himachal targets over 90% renewable energy; aims to become Green Energy State by 2026
CHANDIGARH: With the objective of making Himachal Pradesh self-reliant in the energy sector, the state government has set a target to meet over 90 per cent of its energy requirements through renewable sources and transform Himachal Pradesh into a Green Energy State by March 2026. As part of this initiative, 500 kW ground-mounted solar power projects will be installed in all panchayats across the state, said Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu in Shimla on Monday. At present, the states annual energy consumption is around 13,000 million units. He said Himachal Pradesh has witnessed a massive shift towards solar energy due to the governments green initiatives and has set a target of installing 500 MW of solar power projects over the next two years. Under the Green Panchayat Programme, Gram Panchayats have been placed at the centre of the initiative, under which 500 kW ground-mounted solar power projects will be installed in all panchayats across the state. In the first phase, approval has been granted for setting up 500 kW solar power plants in 24 Gram Panchayats, with work already underway in 16 of them. Under this programme, a total solar power generation target of 150 MW has been set. Out of the total revenue generated from electricity produced by these projects, 20 per cent will be utilised by the state government to provide assistance to orphan children and widows of the respective Gram Panchayats, Sukhu said. The Chief Minister further said that the Pekhubela Solar Power Project in Una district commenced commercial operations on April 15 last year. So far, it has generated 79.03 million units of net electricity and earned revenue of Rs 22.91 crore. Power generation from the Aghlour Solar Power Project in Una district began on May 21 this year and has so far produced 5.89 million units of net electricity. Meanwhile, the Bhanjal Solar Power Project in Una district began commercial operations on November 30 last year and has generated 8.57 million units of net electricity, earning revenue of Rs 3.10 crore to date. Currently, three solar power projects with a combined capacity of 31 MW are under execution, while four projects with a total capacity of 41 MW are at the tendering stage. In addition, a 200 MW solar power plant will be established on barren land in the Damtal area of Kangra district. Solar off-grid systems have also been installed in 148 households under Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives in remote and tribal villages of Spiti, including Mud, Langza, Hikkim and Kaumik. Under the First Come, First Served policy, solar power projects ranging from 250 kW to 5 MW are being allotted, with electricity generated from these projects to be purchased by the Himachal Pradesh State Electricity Board Limited (HPSEBL). So far, 547 investors have been allotted ground-mounted solar power projects with a total capacity of 595.97 MW. Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) have already been signed for projects with a capacity of 403.09 MW. In addition, HIMURJA has allotted solar power projects with a total capacity of 728.4 MW to HPSEBL, of which 150.13 MW capacity of rooftop-mounted solar projects has already been allocated. Apart from this, the state government is making concerted efforts to promote alternative energy projects in areas such as green hydrogen, compressed biogas, geothermal energy and other emerging sectors. Through these sustained and comprehensive initiatives, the state government is steadily moving towards its vision of making Himachal Pradesh a leading Green Energy State in the country by 2026, Sukhu reiterated.
The rapid advancements in the world of technology in recent decades have completely transformed the global landscape of higher education and today, the academic institutions world over are laying extensive focus on research in imparting education. As a result, unlike in the past, the universities have been transformed into not just knowledge dissemination centers but also modern hubs of knowledge creation as well. Realizing the importance of research in education, Chandigarh University has nurtured an academic ethos centered on research. Delivering yet another strong performance in research, Indias No. 1 private university, Chandigarh University, has secured the 9th position in International Research among all private universities in India and 12th rank among all universities nationwide, as per the QS Asia University Rankings 2026. Chandigarh University also delivered a stellar performance on its debut in the Research category of the NIRF Rankings 2025, securing the 7th rank among private universities and the 34th position among all universities in India. Chandigarh University with its research-intensive, innovation-driven and unique experiential learning model has been nurturing next-generation of leaders in emerging domains. Union Minister of Defence Rajnath Singh Inaugurating Kalpana Chawla Centre for Research in Space Science and Technology (KCC) at Chandigarh University Over 5,000 Research Publications, 1247 Patents Filed & 943 Published in 2025 Chandigarh University students and faculty members have authored over 20,000 research publications and filed more than 5519 patents out of which 5212 patents published, and 238 patents were granted in diverse domains. In 2025 alone, CU students filed 1247 patents, 943 published and 25 patents were granted. During January to December 2025, Chandigarh University students filed patents across diverse domains including Computer Science Engineering 734, Electronics Engineering 81, Mathematics 78, Physics 72, Mechanical Engineering 40, Aerospace Engineering 33, Electrical Engineering 29, Biotechnology 26, Optometry 23 and Chemistry 21. As per Office of Controller General of Patents, Designs, Trademarks and Geographical Indications (report 2023-24), Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Chandigarh Universitys Technology Business Incubator (CU-TBI) has secured 1 st place by filing highest 1126 patent applications in 2023-24, among all scientific research and development organizations in India. CU has also been ranked among the top 5 institutions in filing the highest number of patents in the last 5 years. CU-TBI provides an opportunity to incubate at the varsity and mobilize Rs 5 crore to catalyze growth in the startup ecosystem at CU which has 200 departmental research groups. CU has more than 2100 visiting international faculty members including 560 international research network scholars. In the last 5 years alone, CU has received INR 90 Crores for research and innovation projects from the Ministry of Science & Technology. Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development cell (IEDC) facilitates the student with financial support from the university to fund their projects. Chandigarh University Nurturing Future Scientists: 44 Faculty Members Features in Stanford UniversityElsevier 2025 List of Worlds Top 2% Scientists Showcasing the growing global research impact and influence of Chandigarh University, as many as 44 faculty members from varied academic domains were featured among the worlds top 2 per cent scientists as per the Stanford UniversityElsevier list released in 2025. These prestigious institutions release a large database that identify scientists whose published work is in the top 2% by citation impact in their field based on Scopus citation data and composite citation indicators. This list is an important benchmark for assessing scientific excellence and used globally for academic recognition, funding opportunities and international collaborations. CU faculty members have been featured in the coveted StanfordElsevier list of the worlds top 2% scientists, representing a wide spectrum of disciplines. These include Artificial Intelligence; Optoelectronics and Photonics; Mechanical Engineering and Transport Engineering; Chemical Engineering; Environmental Sciences; Materials Science; Applied Physics; Legal and Forensic Medicine; Electrical and Electronic Engineering; Inorganic and Nuclear Chemistry; Microbiology; and Neurology and Neurosurgery among others. 15 Industry-Sponsored High-Tech R&D Labs, COEs and 60 Research Centres at CU Nurturing Future Leaders in Emerging Areas Chandigarh University houses as many as 32 Industry-sponsored Advanced Research Labs and Centers of Excellence (COEs) established by leading multinational corporations such as Microsoft, Cisco, Hyundai, Adobe, LinkedIn, Tech Mahindra, Capgemini and IBM among others that play a crucial role in elevating capabilities of students and faculty members through exposure to live industry projects. Apart from this, CU also houses 60 research centers. For Engineering students, CU has tied-up with industry leaders that provide hands-on training to students with high-tech labs including Microsoft Innovation Center, Google Android Lab, Adobe Express Lounge Lab, Cloud Computing Lab, Oracle Academy, Tech Mahindra IMS Academy, Unisys Innovation Lab, EMC Academic Alliance, Microsoft Global Technical Support Center, Red Hat Academy Lab, SAP Next Gen Lab, Infor Lab and Microsoft Azure LAAS (Learning as a Service) platform, BOT lab, Bosch Bridge Centre and Cisco Networking Lab among others. For Automobile Engineering students, CU has tied-up with industry giants that established high-tech labs including Mahindra and Mahindra T-School, Honda Research and Skill Development Centre, Hyundai Professional Development Centre, VE Commercial Training Centre, MG Motors Lab, Eicher CU Centre of Excellence in Automobile engineering lab, Vehicle Maintenance and Diagnostic Lab. Pushing frontiers of space science, CU students at the state-of-the-art Kalpana Chawla Centre communicate with all countries' Ground Station, which are members of SatNOGS, research on 3D Printed Aluminum/Plastics Structures that can be used in SPACE explorations Model Rocketry Lab and Star Gazing Center are all providing them platform to become space scientists. Launched Campus Tank, Indias First University-led Startup Launchpad with $6 Million Funding Pool for Young Innovators The academic ethos nurtured here at Chandigarh University does not stop at filing patents but translates its research output from papers to products, nurturing a culture where innovation moves from laboratories to the marketplace. Strengthening this robust innovation-to-enterprise ecosystem, Chandigarh University, Indias leading private university in collaboration with leading job platform Apna and prominent investment firm Venture Catalysts (VCats) has launched Campus Tank, Indias first university-led startup launchpad aimed at empowering young innovators to ideate, validate, and scale disruptive start-ups. CU students have successfully launched over 250 start-ups in diverse domains; to arm its students with research-intensive learning, the varsity allocates an annual funding of Rs 15 crores to carry out research and innovation-related projects. Research at Glance Patents Filed: 5519 Patents Published: 5212 Patents Granted: 238 Research Publications: 20,000+ Industry Sponsored R&D Labs: 15 Annual Research Budget: 15 Crores Sponsored Projects from DST (In last 5 years): 90 Crores Top 10 Departments of Chandigarh University (Patents Filed in 2025) Discipline/Stream No of Patents Computer Science Engineering 734 Electronics Engineering 81 Mathematics 78 Physics 72 Mechanical Engineering 40 Aerospace Engineering 33 Electrical Engineering 29 Biotechnology 26 Optometry 23 Chemistry 21 About Chandigarh University Chandigarh Universityis a NAAC A+ GradeUniversityand QS World RankedUniversity. This autonomous educational institution is approved by UGC and is located nearChandigarhin the state of Punjab. It is the youngestuniversityin India and the only privateuniversityin Punjab to be honoured with A+ Grade by NAAC (National Assessment and Accreditation Council). CU offers more than 109 UG and PG programs in the field of engineering, management, pharmacy, law, architecture, journalism, animation, hotel management, commerce, and others. It has been awarded as TheUniversitywith Best Placements by WCRC. www.cuchd.in
Badal demands rollback of VB-G RAM G Act, says its will adversely impact poor
CHANDIGARH, Dec 22: Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) chief Sukhbir Singh Badal on Monday demanded that the Centre withdraw the VB-G RAM G Act, saying it will adversely impact the poor and put additional financial burden on states. Badal also demanded that the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) scheme be restored. The former deputy chief ministers remarks came a day after President Droupadi Murmu gave her assent to the Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission [] The post Badal demands rollback of VB-G RAM G Act, says its will adversely impact poor appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Geo-tagging drive launched as Punjab struggles to recover Rs 1,100 crore in property tax
CHANDIGARH: The cash-strapped Punjab government has begun geo-tagging properties across the state to improve property tax recovery. At present, around 94,000 commercial property owners owe nearly Rs 1,100 crore in property tax, as identified by various civic bodies. Poor recovery has begun to affect revenue-dependent essential services. Of the total 1.55 lakh owners of commercial, industrial and other properties, 94,000 are commercial property owners. The Local Bodies Department has so far completed surveys in 20 urban local bodies (ULBs), while surveys in another 22 ULBs are currently underway. In the states 167 ULBs, an initial survey has revealed an average shortfall of Rs 2 crore to Rs 3 crore per ULB in property tax collection. In larger ULBs with municipal corporations, the deficit is expected to be significantly higher. Sources said executive officers of municipal councils and commissioners of municipal corporations are being held accountable for property tax recovery. Annual collection targets are being increased by 3 per cent over the previous years collection. As a result, property tax collection has risen from Rs 282 crore in 202122 to Rs 400 crore in 202223 and Rs 486 crore in 202324, after officials were assigned specific targets. The department has also identified 48 major commercial property defaulters who together owe Rs 2.15 crore in property tax. Geo-tagging of all properties has been initiated as authorities suspect a wide mismatch between tax receipts and the actual number of properties in urban areas. Geo-tagging enables the department to record the exact location, actual covered area and the nature of activity conducted on a property. Due to the absence of such mapping earlier, many properties in large cities such as Ludhiana, Jalandhar and Amritsar had remained outside the departments purview. Surveys have already been completed and identification plates affixed in cities including Patiala, Hoshiarpur, Sultanpur Lodhi, Dera Bassi, Khanna and Chamkaur Sahib. Punjabs property tax collection remains significantly lower than that of other states, largely because several high-value commercial establishments continue to default on payments. Despite multiple notices, repeated opportunities for compliance and the introduction of a one-time settlement (OTS) scheme, defaults persist. A fact-finding report on illegal structures in Ludhiana during the previous government revealed discrepancies between power connections issued by the Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL), approved layout plans and property tax receipts. It also highlighted mismatches between the assessed covered area and the actual built-up area of properties. Under the Jawaharlal Nehru National Urban Renewal Mission, ULBs are mandated to achieve at least 85 per cent property tax collection. However, recovery remains poor. An audit by the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) found that ULBs collected only 48 per cent to 54.14 per cent of property tax between 2015 and 2020. The audit also noted failures in recovering user charges such as water and sewerage cess.
Samagra Shiksha, Chandigarh has declared the SSA Chandigarh TGT written examination result for Recruitment 2025. Candidates can download the result PDF and check their merit status online. The recruitment aims to fill 104 Trained Graduate Teacher posts across various subjects through a written test-based selection process. Shortlisted candidates will proceed to document verification and medical examination as per the notified recruitment procedure.
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