Senior Chandigarh Administration officials are expected to meet Union Home Minister Amit Shah to discuss a comprehensive revamp of the city’s Master Plan, with proposals aimed at addressing growing urban development needs while preserving the city’s unique planning legacy. According to sources, key proposals likely to be discussed include increasing the permissible Floor Area Ratio...
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7 Chandigarh Heritage Furniture Pieces Sold in Brussels Auction for ₹1.6 Crore
Seven heritage furniture pieces designed by renowned architect Pierre Jeanneret and associated with Chandigarh’s iconic architectural legacy have reportedly been sold at an auction in Brussels, Belgium, for a combined value of approximately ₹1.6 crore. The sale has reignited concerns among heritage conservationists, particularly because representations opposing the auction had reportedly been sent in advance...
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PGIMER Witnesses Strong Reactions as Janaki Das Murder Accused Arrive for Treatment
Strong emotions were reportedly visible at the Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh, after two accused in the Janaki Das cashier murder case were brought to the hospital for medical treatment following injuries sustained during a police operation. The accused, identified as Aryan Sharma and Sunny Mehra, were taken to PGIMER after...
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PGIMER to Shift Emergency Services to Sarangpur, Expand Trauma Centre
The Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh, is planning a major expansion of its emergency and trauma care infrastructure by shifting its emergency services to the upcoming Sarangpur campus and converting the existing emergency facility into a larger trauma centre. The move is aimed at addressing the growing patient load that has...
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Chandigarh BJP Chief Faces Backlash Over ‘Punjabi Emotionally Bloody Fool’ Remark
A political controversy has erupted in Chandigarh after a reported remark by Chandigarh BJP president Jitender Malhotra referring to Punjabis as “emotionally bloody fools” triggered criticism from political opponents, community organizations, and members of his own party. The statement, allegedly made during a political discussion, has sparked a debate over political communication, community sensitivity, and...
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Chandigarh Court Denies Bail to Amit Arora in ₹6-Crore Immigration Fraud Case
The Chandigarh District Court has rejected the bail application of Amit Arora, an accused in an alleged immigration fraud case involving more than ₹6 crore, while making strong observations about the risk of absconding in such matters. The court reportedly noted that individuals involved in immigration-related fraud are often familiar with methods of leaving the...
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₹657-Crore Scam: CBI Claims RK Singh Admitted Signing Cheques
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has informed a court that arrested IAS officer Ram Kumar (RK) Singh admitted to signing several cheques linked to transactions under scrutiny in the alleged ₹657-crore government fund scam. The submission was made during recent court proceedings as the agency sought to further its investigation into the suspected misuse...
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Chandigarh Cashier Murder Probe Reveals Possible Mistaken Identity Angle
A significant breakthrough has emerged in the Chandigarh cashier murder case, with investigators claiming that the shooters were allegedly instructed to target a man wearing spectacles at the cash counter and not Janaki Das, who was ultimately killed in the attack. The development has introduced a possible mistaken-identity angle to the ongoing investigation. The incident...
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5,435 Chandigarh Employees to Get ₹3.26 Crore Under Central Scheme
A total of 5,435 first-time employees in Chandigarh are set to receive financial benefits amounting to ₹3.26 crore under a Central Government employment-linked incentive scheme, marking a significant step toward encouraging formal employment and supporting young workers entering the organised workforce. The initiative is designed to promote workforce formalisation by providing financial assistance to eligible...
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Chandigarh Periphery Land Use Dispute Comes Under NGT Scrutiny
The Central Government has informed the National Green Tribunal (NGT) that de-listed forest land on the periphery of Chandigarh cannot be put to commercial use without obtaining statutory approvals and that any non-forestry activity undertaken without the required clearances would amount to a violation of forest laws. The submission was made during proceedings before the...