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 Police to Build Dedicated PCR Parking Bases at Key Junctions for Faster Emergency Response
The Chandigarh Police are planning to establish dedicated PCR (Police Control Room) parking bases at major junctions across the city to improve emergency response and provide quicker assistance to residents. The initiative aims to reduce the time taken by police teams to reach accident sites, crime locations, and other urgent situations. Under the proposed plan,...
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Chandigarh Gears Up for Monsoon: Administration Speeds Up Rain Preparedness Work
The Chandigarh administration has accelerated preparations ahead of the monsoon season to ensure the city remains safe and prepared for heavy rainfall. Officials have reviewed ongoing infrastructure projects and directed departments to complete important works on priority. The administration is focusing on improving drainage systems, checking waterlogging-prone areas, and strengthening essential infrastructure before the arrival...
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Rock Garden Parking Crisis: High Court Directs Chandigarh to Create New Parking Facilities
The Punjab and Haryana High Court has directed the Chandigarh administration to take immediate steps to improve parking facilities near the famous Rock Garden area. The court’s order aims to address increasing traffic congestion and parking-related problems faced by visitors and residents. Rock Garden is one of Chandigarh’s most popular tourist attractions, attracting a large...
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Chandigarh Chemist Shop Shooting: Police Launch Massive Search After Cashier Murder
Chandigarh Police have intensified the investigation into the Sector 11 chemist shop shooting case, where a cashier was killed in a shocking attack. The incident has raised concerns among residents, while police teams are working to identify and arrest the accused. According to officials, investigators are examining CCTV footage from nearby areas to trace the...
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Dadu Majra Dumping Ground Exposure Sparks Concern Among Residents
Chandigarh, Thursday: Residents living near the Dadu Majra Dumping Ground have raised concerns after fresh exposure of waste layers at the site led to foul smell, rising health worries, and environmental complaints, prompting calls for urgent action by civic authorities. According to locals, uncovered garbage heaps became visible after recent handling and shifting of waste...
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35 Ice Cream Carts Seized in Chandigarh Over Hygiene and Licensing Violations
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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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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Panjab University Begins Procurement of Punjabi Signage Across Campus
Panjab University has initiated the process of procuring new signage carrying information in Punjabi as part of efforts to promote the regional language and improve accessibility for students, staff, and visitors. The move, announced this week, will see signboards installed at various locations across the university campus in Chandigarh. University officials said the initiative aims...