Chandigarh, June 11: In a city-wide enforcement drive, the Municipal Corporation of Chandigarh on Tuesday seized 35 ice cream carts operating across various sectors for alleged violations of hygiene standards and lack of valid trade licences. The action was taken during routine inspections aimed at ensuring compliance with food safety norms during the peak summer...
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Chandigarh Administrator Calls for City Forest to Become Premier Nature Education Hub
The Chandigarh Administration has emphasized the need to develop the city’s forest area into a premier centre for nature education, with a focus on environmental awareness, biodiversity conservation, and experiential learning. The direction was given by the Administrator during a recent review of green initiatives aimed at strengthening ecological education and public engagement. Speaking on...
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Pilgrimage Begins: 518 Sikh Devotees Cross into Pakistan via Attari, 78 Stopped Over Document Issues
ATTARI, PUNJAB: A group of 518 Sikh pilgrims crossed into Pakistan through the Attari-Wagah Integrated Check Post on Wednesday to participate in religious events marking the martyrdom anniversary of Guru Arjan Dev. The pilgrimage marks an important spiritual journey for devotees visiting several historic Sikh shrines in Pakistan. However, 78 pilgrims were unable to proceed...
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No More Holding the Dead Hostage: Punjab Bans Withholding Bodies Over Unpaid Bills
In a significant humanitarian step, the Punjab government has revised its regulations to ensure that hospitals and healthcare institutions cannot withhold the bodies of deceased persons due to unpaid medical bills or pending dues. The move is aimed at protecting the dignity of the dead and providing relief to grieving families during difficult times. Under...
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Record Broken: PM Modi Surpasses Nehru, Indira Gandhi with 4,399 Consecutive Days in Office
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has crossed the milestone of 4,399 consecutive days in office, becoming one of India’s longest-serving prime ministers in uninterrupted tenure. The achievement places him ahead of former prime ministers Jawaharlal Nehru and Indira Gandhi in terms of continuous service at the country’s highest elected office. The milestone comes more than a...
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खाद और डीजल की बढ़ी कीमतों से किसान होंगे बर्बाद: अभय सिंह चौटाला
चंडीगढ़, 10 जून। इंडियन नेशनल लोकदल के राष्ट्रीय अध्यक्ष चौधरी अभय सिंह चौटाला ने कहा कि भाजपा सरकार किसानों की पीठ पर लगातार छुरा घोंप रही है। बीजेपी सरकार ने डीजल के दाम बढ़ाने के बाद जरूरी खादों जैसे यूरिया के 200 रुपये, पोटाश के 175 रुपये और एनपीके के 550 से 700 रुपये तक...
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Chandigarh Fire Department Reserves 20% Quota for Agniveers
The Chandigarh Administration has announced a 20 per cent reservation for Agniveers in recruitment to the Chandigarh Fire Department, providing a significant employment opportunity for personnel completing service under the Agnipath scheme. The decision is aimed at utilizing the skills, discipline, and training acquired by Agniveers during their tenure in the armed forces. Officials said...
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Jakhar vs AAP: Fresh Controversy Fuels Political Debate in Punjab
Former Punjab BJP president Sunil Jakhar has sparked a fresh political debate in the state by accusing Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leaders of attempting to divide Punjab on religious and linguistic lines. Jakhar made the remarks while criticizing the ruling party’s approach to political and social issues in the state. He said Punjab has a...
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Gurdaspur Police Intensify Vigilance with District-Wide Nakabandi Before MC Polls
GURDASPUR: In a major security initiative ahead of the upcoming Municipal Council (MC) Elections, Gurdaspur Police conducted a special district-wide nakabandi (security checkpoint operation) to maintain law and order and ensure the peaceful conduct of the electoral process. Police teams were deployed at key entry and exit points, major road junctions, and sensitive locations across...
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Police Raid Spa Centre on Zirakpur VIP Road, Illegal Racket Exposed
A spa centre operating on VIP Road in Zirakpur was raided by police, leading to the alleged uncovering of a flesh trade racket, officials said on Thursday. The operation was carried out following specific inputs and surveillance by law enforcement agencies, which suspected illegal activities being conducted under the guise of a wellness establishment. According...