Former Punjab Police Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Inderjit Singh Sidhu, widely known as Chandigarh’s “Broom Warrior,” is set to receive the prestigious Padma Shri on June 23 in recognition of his decades-long contribution to cleanliness, civic responsibility, and community service. Sidhu, 88, retired from the Punjab Police in 1996 after a distinguished career in law...
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CBI Arrests Former CREST CEO Srivastava in Alleged ₹83-Crore Fund Diversion Scam
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has arrested former Chief Executive Officer of the Chandigarh Renewable Energy and Science & Technology Promotion Society (CREST) and Indian Forest Service (IFS) officer Srivastava in connection with an alleged ₹83-crore fund diversion case. The arrest follows an investigation into suspected financial irregularities involving funds earmarked for renewable energy...
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Brain-Dead Chandigarh Man’s Organ Donation Saves Three Lives
In a remarkable act of generosity, the organs of a brain-dead man in Chandigarh have helped save the lives of three patients, highlighting the life-changing impact of organ donation and the coordinated efforts of healthcare professionals involved in transplantation. According to hospital authorities, the donor was declared brain-dead after suffering severe injuries and despite intensive...
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Chandigarh Chemist Shop Murder Case: Two Accused Injured in Police Encounter
Two accused in the high-profile chemist shop murder case were injured during a police operation following their arrest, Chandigarh Police confirmed on Thursday. The accused, identified as Aryan and Sunny Mehra, were apprehended in Jammu and Kashmir and brought to Chandigarh on Wednesday night for further investigation. According to police officials, the encounter occurred during...
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Ola Cabs Pushed Off Chandigarh Roads as Aggregator Licence Suspended for Six Months
App-based ride-hailing service Ola Cabs has been forced off Chandigarh’s roads after the Chandigarh Administration suspended the company’s aggregator licence for six months. The decision comes amid ongoing unrest among drivers and concerns related to the company’s operations in the Union Territory. According to officials, the suspension order was issued following a review of the...
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Chandigarh DC Nishant Kumar Yadav Meets Players and Coaches
Chandigarh Deputy Commissioner Nishant Kumar Yadav held an interaction with local players, coaches, and sports officials to discuss issues related to sports development, infrastructure, and athlete support in the city. The meeting was aimed at understanding the challenges faced by sportspersons and exploring ways to strengthen Chandigarh’s sporting ecosystem. During the interaction, athletes and coaches...
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PSTCL-Recruited Officers Move High Court, Claim Promotions Affected
A group of officers recruited through Punjab State Transmission Corporation Limited (PSTCL) has approached the High Court, alleging that their promotion prospects have been adversely affected due to administrative decisions and service-related policies. The petition has brought attention to issues concerning career progression, service rules, and employee rights within the state-owned power transmission utility. According...
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चंडीगढ़ कैशियर हत्याकांड: कारोबारियों की पीएम से गुहार, बिगड़ी कानून व्यवस्था के बीच छुट्टी पर गए गृह सचिव
चंडीगढ़ के सेक्टर-11 में एक कैशियर की हत्या के बाद शहर की कानून-व्यवस्था को लेकर व्यापारिक समुदाय में चिंता बढ़ गई है। इस घटना ने सुरक्षा व्यवस्था पर सवाल खड़े किए हैं, जिसके चलते व्यापारियों ने प्रधानमंत्री से हस्तक्षेप की मांग करते हुए शहर में सुरक्षा उपायों को मजबूत करने की अपील की है। घटना...
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Chandigarh Traders Meet DGP Sagar Preet Hooda to Discuss Security Concerns
Representatives of Chandigarh’s trading community met Director General of Police (DGP) Sagar Preet Hooda to discuss security-related concerns and seek enhanced measures for the protection of businesses and commercial establishments across the city. The meeting comes amid growing emphasis on strengthening coordination between law enforcement agencies and local stakeholders to maintain public safety. During the...
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Chandigarh to Clean Sukhna Lake and Seasonal Streams by Month-End
The Chandigarh administration has launched a major clean-up initiative aimed at improving the condition of Sukhna Lake and several seasonal choes (streams) across the city. The project, which is expected to be completed by the end of the month, will focus on removing aquatic weeds, accumulated garbage, and other waste materials from key water bodies....