Party Expands Bittu’s Role in Punjab Chandigarh: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is placing increasing focus on Union Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu ahead of the next Punjab Assembly elections. Party leaders see him as one of their strongest faces in the state. The BJP has given Bittu greater visibility in recent months. Leaders expect him...
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Vijay Sampla Appears Before SIT in Behbal Kalan Firing Case
BJP Leader Records Statement Before Investigators Chandigarh: Senior BJP leader and former Union Minister Vijay Sampla appeared before the Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing the 2015 Behbal Kalan firing case. He recorded his statement and cooperated with investigators as part of the ongoing inquiry. The SIT has been examining various aspects of the case, which...
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Sukhbir Badal Thanks Haryana CM Saini Over FIR in Punjab CM Video Row
Akali Dal Leader Welcomes Action in Controversial Case Chandigarh: Shiromani Akali Dal president Sukhbir Singh Badal has thanked Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini following the registration of an FIR in connection with the ongoing Punjab Chief Minister video controversy. Badal said the action reflected a commitment to ensuring accountability and transparency in the matter....
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AAP Rejects Gurugram Police Theory in Forensic Report Row
Punjab AAP Questions Haryana Police Investigation AAP Questions Haryana Police Probe Chandigarh: The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has rejected Gurugram Police’s claims in the ongoing forensic report controversy linked to the Bhagwant Mann video row. Party leaders questioned the investigation and accused political opponents of targeting the Punjab government. AAP leaders said the BJP-led Haryana...
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CHANDIGARH PLANS HIGH-RISE DEVELOPMENT IN 17 PERIPHERAL POCKETS
Proposed changes to the Comprehensive Mobility Plan aim to support future growth and address rising housing demand CHANDIGARH, June 24: Chandigarh authorities are considering significant changes to urban development plans that could pave the way for high-rise projects in 17 peripheral pockets across the city. Officials believe the proposed amendments to the Comprehensive Mobility Plan...
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PUNJAB TO RECRUIT 1,013 LECTURERS TO STRENGTHEN SCHOOL EDUCATION
New vacancies aim to strengthen government schools and improve learning outcomes across the state CHANDIGARH, June 23: Punjab has announced the recruitment of 1,013 lecturers under the Punjab Lecturer Recruitment 2026 drive. The vacancies cover multiple subjects and include both regular and backlog posts. The move has generated significant interest among teaching aspirants across the...
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Chandigarh Water Crisis Deepens as Low Pressure Continues for 30 Days
Chandigarh is currently grappling with a severe and prolonged water supply crisis that has left thousands of residents struggling with daily needs. Over the past 30 days, many parts of the city have been experiencing consistently low water pressure, making it difficult for households to receive adequate water supply. The problem has become especially serious...
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Ajay Jagga Demands Crackdown on Illegal PGs After Chandigarh Sector 11 Firing
The recent firing incident in Sector 11, Chandigarh, has sparked renewed concerns over law and order in the city, prompting Chandigarh-based lawyer and social activist Ajay Jagga to call for stricter action against allegedly illegal paying guest (PG) accommodations, hostels, and hotels. The firing incident, which is currently under police investigation, has raised questions about...
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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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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...