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CBI gives clean to retired SP, files cancellation report

January 22, 2026 1:58 pm

During the inquiry, it was alleged that Pavnesh, acting on the instructions of SP Roshan Lal, had shared the mobile tower location data with a third party.

9,599 fancy numbers were sold in Chandigarh in 2023: RLA data

January 22, 2026 9:18 am

The biggest splurge came in 2025, when CH01DA0001 was auctioned for a whopping Rs 36.43 lakh, making it the most expensive fancy number sold in the last five years.

'Aur kitna sukhaoge Sukhna ko': Completely on verge of destruction, says CJI on Chandigarh lake

January 22, 2026 3:59 am

There are illegal constructions in collusion and connivance with bureaucrats in Chandigarh, and some political entities in Punjab, says CJI Surya Kant

Key accused in email impersonation fraud of Rs 15 lakh arrested from Delhi

January 21, 2026 10:03 pm

DSP A Venkatesh said that the arrested accused has been identified as Sandeep Laxman Sah (36), a resident of Sultanpuri, Delhi.

Missing ‘saroops’ case: Police failure to seek further custody of accused Satinder Kohli raises questions on efficacy of probe

January 21, 2026 6:16 pm

A former auditor for the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC), Satinder Singh Kohli was accused of failing to perform his duties during a probe ordered by the Akal Takht into the missing saroops.

Helicopter services launched from Sanjauli Heliport in Shimla; check schedule and fares

January 21, 2026 4:53 pm

The Sanjauli Heliport, situated near the Indira Gandhi Medical College and Hospital in Shimla, is highly beneficial during medical emergencies, said Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu.

‘The warrior spirit’: Army makes an appeal to Punjab’s youth to join Sikh Regiment amid dwindling numbers

January 22, 2026 12:14 pm

The Army said many soldiers of the Sikh Regiment, through dedicated service, have risen to senior ranks, setting exemplary standards of leadership, discipline, and devotion.

From Lahore to Patiala, a shared classroom legacy endures

January 21, 2026 3:14 pm

140 years of Aitchison Lahore, 78 of YPS Patiala: India-Pak institutions with shared history, legacy set to celebrate their “old boys”

Chandigarh pharmacy firing: 2 accused shooters injured in gunfight with cops

January 21, 2026 11:12 am

On January 15, two masked men had allegedly fired gunshots at Sewak Pharmacy in Sector-32, Chandigarh. The shop owner’s son, who was sitting at the counter, narrowly escaped bullet injuries.

Delayed polls create leadership vacuum in NRI Saba Punjab, state’s lone statutory body for expatriates

January 20, 2026 5:20 pm

With no election schedule announced, even after the expiry of the president’s term on January 4, members of the NRI Sabha Punjab have flagged various issues within the body, including a lack of financial transparency.

In Pictures: Nagar Kirtan Held in Chandigarh Ahead of Guru Gobind Singh Ji’s Parkash Parv

January 02, 2026 7:17 pm

Devotees took out a Nagar Kirtan in Chandigarh ahead of Guru Gobind Singh Ji’s Parkash Parv. The procession featured hymns, Gatka performances and community service, with BJP leaders and the Chandigarh Mayor welcoming the religious event

Punjab CM Inaugurates Harmanpreet Kaur and Yuvraj Singh Stands at new PCA stadium in Chandigarh

December 11, 2025 7:46 pm

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann and top cricket officials inaugurated stadium stands named after Harmanpreet Kaur and Yuvraj Singh, honouring their contributions as the venue prepares to host its first men’s international match

North India wakes up to a cold and foggy morning

December 20, 2022 1:24 pm

Patiala clashes: Violence breaks out between two groups over 'anti-khalistan' march

April 30, 2022 11:51 am

The violent clash between two groups in Patiala, with protesters waving swords and pelting stones, is the first major test for the 43-day-old Bhagwant Singh Mann government.

In pictures: How Chandigarh celebrated the three-day Rose Festival 2022

February 27, 2022 3:45 pm

The 50th Chandigarh Rose Festival at the Zakir Hussain Rose Garden was held over the weekend. Musical evenings full of entertainment were arranged for visitors on the golden jubilee of the festival this year

49th Rose Festival begins in Chandigarh; see pics

February 27, 2021 5:15 pm

High-velocity dust storm, rain kills over 108 in North India

May 03, 2018 9:03 pm

A severe intensity dust storm followed by thunder showers hit Bikaner, Delhi and parts of Chandigarh on Wednesday evening which threw normal life out of gear as visibility dropped to very low levels.

Chandigarh: Heavy rains lash city causing flood-like situation

August 21, 2017 2:42 pm

Chandigarh: Unprecedented rain on Monday in many parts of the city and surrounding areas caused a flood-like situation. The Mohali airport has not been able to escape waterlogging as well. Panchkula has also been affected and daily life has been disrupted.

Chandigarh 'stalking' case: City holds 'Bekhauf Azaadi March' to raise awareness on women's safety

August 12, 2017 10:08 am

Chandigarh stalking case: Residents of the city held a 'Bekhauf Azaadi March' on Friday night, to raise awareness on women's safety. Spearheaded by theatre person Amy Singh, the march was attended by scores of people. It was held in the wake of the arrest of Haryana BJP chief Subash Barala's son, Vikas, who is accused of chasing and stalking a senior IAS officer's daughter, Varnika.

Parents carry children to school as water levels of Ghaggar river rise

June 22, 2020 6:15 pm

Parents in Panchkula's Koti village had to carry their children to school as water levels of the Ghaggar river rose after incessant rains in the past few days.

Protest At Chandigarh Press Club For Violence Against Journalists

June 22, 2020 6:31 pm

Dera Followers Waiting For Ram Rahim Rape Case Verdict In Panchkula

June 22, 2020 6:55 pm

Chandigarh Stalking Case: CCTV Footage Of Car Released

June 22, 2020 6:56 pm

Opinion | Why Is Haryana BJP CM Defending A Man Who Stalked A Young Girl?

June 22, 2020 6:56 pm

Google Says It Has No Record Of Hiring Chandigarh Student On Rs 1.44 cr salary

June 22, 2020 6:57 pm

Chandigarh Administration ordered a probe into the official statement released by its Education Department on Harshit Sharma's "selection by Google" at a trainee stipend of Rs 4 lakh per month.

Chandigarh Could Face Complete Liquor Ban From April 1 Following 2016 Supreme Court Judgment

June 22, 2020 7:09 pm

Chandigarh: Student Killed After Being Hit Allegedly By Drunk Driver

June 22, 2020 7:11 pm

Rohtak traders demand compensation for their loss

February 23, 2016 6:37 am

Rohtak, Feb 23 (ANI): The traders, whose shops were either burnt down or looted during the quota stir by the Jat community in Rohtak, Haryana, took to the streets and urged the government to compensate them for their losses at the earliest. A shopkeeper, Gulshan Dang, said, "I want to urge the Narendra Modi-led government to compensate our losses 100 percent without any delay." Another shopkeeper, Anil Kumar said that he is left with no source of income after his two showrooms were burnt down by the protestors. He asked PM Modi and Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar that why are common people suffering who don't relate to Jat demands.

NH-1 blocked by Jat protestors reopens

February 23, 2016 6:34 am

Sonipat (Haryana), Feb 23 (ANI): The National Highway-1, which connects Delhi and Chandigarh, was reopened for traffic on Tuesday. The 456 kilometre-long highway had been blockaded by Jat agitators demanding reservation in government jobs and institutions.