Manraj Grewal Sharma is the Resident Editor of The Indian Express at Chandigarh, covering the states of Punjab, Haryana and Himachal Pradesh. Author of a book on Punjab militancy called “Dreams after Darkness”, she was a consulting editor with Asia Pacific Adaptation Network. She has also been a publishing consultant with the Asian Development Bank, Manila, and was the managing editor of “Gender, Technology and Development” , an international peer-reviewed journal of the Asian Institute of Technology, Bangkok, for five years.
August 21, 2025 14:26 IST
The Punjab and Haryana HC asks Punjab, Haryana, and Chandigarh to confirm if directions to curb fake sureties have been implemented.
Thu, Aug 21, 2025August 20, 2025 15:52 IST
Petitioner alleged that citizens with valid documents were held in inhumane conditions as part of drive to identify illegal immigrants.
Wed, Aug 20, 2025August 20, 2025 14:01 IST
Chief Justice Sheel Nagu said that deputy commissioners, especially of Punjab, do not follow Section 14 under which they have to help lending banks take physical possession of secured assets when lenders default.
Wed, Aug 20, 2025August 20, 2025 05:18 IST
The petitioner argued that these lapses amount to gross administrative negligence and a violation of Article 21 of the Constitution, which guarantees the fundamental right to life
Wed, Aug 20, 2025August 19, 2025 17:32 IST
Punjab and Haryana High Court directs HVPNL to grant third financial upgradation to Chander Parkash, citing departmental negligence.
Tue, Aug 19, 2025August 19, 2025 16:26 IST
Ceiling collapse, seepage, and short-circuits force indefinite closure of the National Company Law Tribunal.
Tue, Aug 19, 2025August 13, 2025 16:49 IST
While expansion within the existing campus is also being considered, the current Punjab and Haryana High Court complex is a UNESCO World Heritage site, which means that any change would require clearance from the international body.
Wed, Aug 13, 2025August 13, 2025 13:54 IST
The case stems from an October 11, 2020, shooting at the Raj Kumar Brothers petrol pump on Khemkaran Road in Bhikhiwind.
Wed, Aug 13, 2025August 13, 2025 12:43 IST
The Punjab and Haryana High Court directed the Amritsar municipal corporation to complete the relocation of the dairies and warned of police action for non-compliance.
Wed, Aug 13, 2025August 13, 2025 10:04 IST
Unlike others, the petitioners were not absorbed in other departments after the state wound up the corporation
Wed, Aug 13, 2025August 12, 2025 14:17 IST
Residents of these villages in Chandigarh have for years sought a land pooling policy similar to those implemented in Punjab and Haryana.
Tue, Aug 12, 2025August 12, 2025 13:24 IST
Hearing a nine-year-old case on removing high-tension electricity lines, the Punjab and Haryana High Court said the authorities must work together and stop passing the buck.
Tue, Aug 12, 2025August 11, 2025 19:11 IST
The Punjab and Haryana High Court says the move will prevent delays in restoring liberty while suspending a life term in a Gurgaon kidnapping case, citing the convict’s over eight years in custody, modest ransom, and the non-vital injury.
Mon, Aug 11, 2025August 11, 2025 19:10 IST
Court says candidate ‘cannot blow hot and cold’ after declaring residence in Punjab
Mon, Aug 11, 2025August 11, 2025 15:58 IST
The Punjab and Haryana High Court says the candidate ‘cannot blow hot and cold’ after declaring Punjab as his place of residence.
Mon, Aug 11, 2025August 09, 2025 17:41 IST
Detailed order cites lack of impact studies, timelines, grievance mechanism, and rehabilitation plan
Sat, Aug 09, 2025August 09, 2025 11:52 IST
Privilege Committee cites prima facie evidence of attempts to manipulate bench assignment in Punjab and Haryana High Court; seeks responses from Abhishek Manu Singhvi and Mukul Rohatgi
Sat, Aug 09, 2025August 08, 2025 14:10 IST
The Punjab and Haryana High Court cited a Supreme Court ruling giving administrative control to the commission head. Meanwhile, the petitioner alleged “frequent unlawful interference” by Haryana.
Fri, Aug 08, 2025August 07, 2025 20:45 IST
57-year-old petitioner challenges provision allowing gynaecologists to clear abortions on presumed anguish from failed contraception; court issues notice to Centre, next hearing on September 16.
Thu, Aug 07, 2025August 07, 2025 19:50 IST
State told Rs 9,000 crore needed to develop 7,800 acres; no clarity on funding or mandatory studies
Thu, Aug 07, 2025August 07, 2025 12:47 IST
The dispute stems from protests by central government hospital employees against recent changes in service conditions, following the lapse of certain central notifications.
Thu, Aug 07, 2025August 06, 2025 22:00 IST
The court also sought clarification on whether the state had made any provisions to rehabilitate landless labourers and others dependent on the land, noting possible omissions in the policy’s rollout.
Thu, Aug 07, 2025August 06, 2025 19:38 IST
57-year-old petitioner challenges provision allowing gynaecologists to clear abortions on presumed anguish from failed contraception; court issues notice to Centre, next hearing on Sept 16
Wed, Aug 06, 2025August 06, 2025 19:14 IST
The Punjab and Haryana High Court disposes of PIL seeking compliance with the Motor Vehicle Rules, tells the Centre to implement Automotive Industry Standards or phase out unsafe vehicles.
Wed, Aug 06, 2025August 06, 2025 17:48 IST
Justice (Retd) Ritu Tagore’s plea was disposed of after the Centre pointed out that as per the recent Supreme Court judgment on pensionary benefits, it had time till November this year to comply with the directions.
Wed, Aug 06, 2025