Chandigarh

CHANDIGARH, JUNE 6: The Punjab Governor and Administrator, Union Territory, Chandigarh, Shri Gulab Chand Kataria extended his good wishes and greetings to the people, especially the Muslim brethren, on the occasion of Id-ul-Zuha (Bakrid), a festival observed in commemoration of Prophet Hazrat Ibrahim, for his un-flinching devotion to Allah.

CHANDIGARH: On the occasion of World Environment Day, the Regional Centre for Entrepreneurship Development (RCED) joined hands with the Eco Plantation Association and Treefie to organize a meaningful tree plantation drive at 69, Mohali (near Gracian Hospital).

CHANDIGARH: Haryana’s Energy Minister Anil Vij on Wednesday said the power infrastructure in Ambala Cantonment would be revamped with an outlay of approximately Rs 38 crore and the electricity supply would be upgraded to match the standards of developed countries.

CHANDIGARH: Prayas Trust – Udaan, Chandigarh Chapter, a women-led social arm of Larsen and Toubro signed an agreement with The Regional Centre for Entrepreneurship Development (RCED) to launch a dedicated Skill Development Program exclusively for women.

CHANDIGARH: Shreya Garg, the tri-city topper in the CBSE Class 12 Commerce stream, met Governor of Haryana, Bandaru Dattatraya, along with her family at Raj Bhavan on Wednesday. The Governor honored Shreya by presenting her with an idol of Lord Krishna and a copy of the Yatharth Geeta. He extended heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to Shreya and her family on her remarkable achievement.

CHANDIGARH: The Punjab Governor and Administrator of the Union Territory, Chandigarh, Gulab Chand Kataria, interacted with a group of IAS probationers who visited Punjab Raj Bhavan today.

CHANDIGARH: The launch event of "Echoes of the Soul," a captivating poetry collection penned by Ravee Pandher, was a resounding success. Held here today at the Beige cafe, the event drew a diverse crowd of literary enthusiasts, book lovers, and media representatives.

CHANDIGARH: The Chandigarh administration on Friday issued an air warning of a possible attack, following which sirens were sounded.

CHANDIGARH: Marking a significant milestone, the Regional Centre for Entrepreneurship Development (RCED) and Tech Mahindra Foundation (TMF) commemorated 10 successful years of their collaborative journey in skill development and youth empowerment.

CHANDIGARH: Haryana Energy and Transport Minister Anil Vij on Tuesday responded to Congress' remarks regarding the recent terrorist attack in Pahalgam, calling for national unity during this critical time.

CHANDIGARH: The Haryana Human Rights Commission has taken suo motu cognisance of insanitary conditions in a Faridabad health centre.

CHANDIGARH: In the wake of the terror attack in Pahalgam in Jammu and Kashmir, Haryana Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi on Friday reaffirmed the government’s commitment to maintaining peace, harmony, and brotherhood in the state.

CHANDIGARH: Chandigarh has recorded the highest prevalence of Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Fatty Liver Disease (MAFLD) in the country, with 53.5 percent of adults affected—significantly above the national average of 38 per cent, recent health data reveals.

CHANDIGARH: In a significant step towards promoting equality and inclusion in the education sector, the Haryana Human Rights Commission (HHRC) has issued a landmark order in favour of transgender Aditi Sharma, the founder of Haryana Public School in Karnal that was established with the aim of providing education to underprivileged children.

CHANDIGARH: A momentous occasion unfolded on April 9, 2025, at the Chandigarh Judicial Academy as 137 trainee Judicial Officers of the State of Punjab, belonging to the 2024-25 batch, marked the successful culmination of their year-long residential Induction Training Programme.

CHANDIGARH: Senior Congress leader,Former Union Minister and Chandigarh MP Manish Tewari today demanded withdrawal of the exorbitant hike in the house tax and collector rates for registering property in Chandigarh.

CHANDIGARH: Bharatiya Janata Party will celebrate the foundation day of the party with great pomp under the leadership of State President Jatinder Pal Malhotra on April 6. On this occasion, the party flag will be hoisted at the houses of party workers up to booth level.

CHANDIGARH: The Punjab Raj Bhavan was alive with celebration today as it hosted a grand event marking the Foundation Day of Rajasthan alongside the Foundation Day of Odisha. This momentous occasion brought together esteemed dignitaries, cultural showcases, and inspiring messages that highlighted the significance of both states in the rich tapestry of India's history, culture, and unity.

MOHALI: Prof. Roshan Lal Kataria, founder of Aryans Group of Colleges, Rajpura Near Chandigarh and a visionary educator passed at the age of 76 on 26th March, 2025.

CHANDIGASH: The Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB) has been honored with the prestigious CBIP Award for “Best Maintained Project (only functional structures-minimum age 50 Years)” Category for its iconic Bhakra Nangal Project in recognition of BBMB’s exceptional efforts in maintaining this monumental infrastructure project for over 50 years. This esteemed accolade was presented at the CBIP Day Celebrations and Award Presentation Ceremony, held on March 21, 2025 at New Delhi.

NAYAGAON: The forest and wildlife department of Punjab govenrment has rolled back it's proposal of increasing the eco sensitive zone limit from 100 m to 3 km and has deposed before Supreme Court stating that the limit will stay at 100 m only for Nayagaon Municipal Comiittee.

CHANDIGARH: Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan will be meeting farmers again in Chandigarh, the joint capital of Punjab and Haryana, on Wednesday as part of the Government of India’s outreach with them over their long-pending demands, including a legal guarantee on the minimum support price (MSP) for crops.

CHANDIGARH: The Second Tri-City Press Photographers Awards and Exhibition, organized by the Chandigarh Lalit Kala Akademi in collaboration with the Chandigarh Press Club, opened on March 18, 2025, at 5:30 PM at the Underpass Gallery connecting Sector 17 to Rose Garden, Chandigarh. This 10-day exhibition will run until March 28, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM daily.

CHANDIGARH: Haryana Governor Shri Bandaru Dattatraya on Monday lauded the Indian Army and veterans for their exemplary service to the nation, stating that our Army stands as the backbone of the country, safeguarding its sovereignty and integrity with unwavering dedication. “Beyond their role in defense, the armed forces play a crucial part in nation-building by maintaining internal security, aiding in disaster relief, and contributing to infrastructure development in remote areas,” said Shri Dattatraya during an interactive session with veterans and Veer Naari at Raj Bhavan today.

CHANDIGARH: The Regional Centre for Entrepreneurship Development (RCED), on behalf of the Directorate of Industries (DI), UT Chandigarh, successfully organized an Entrepreneurship Development Program at the University Institute of Hotel and Tourism Management (UIHTM), Panjab University, Chandigarh. The program concluded with a vibrant valedictory function, celebrating the achievements of over 80 participating students and providing valuable insights into various entrepreneurship schemes and MSME initiatives.

CHANDIGARH: Dr. Reetu Malhotra Malhotra, Professor, Applied Sciences, Chitkara University served as a Session Chair at the International Conference on "Novel Opportunities, Ventures, Advances in Management, Engineering, and Science (INNOVAMES-2K25)."

CHANDIGARH: Population Census in India – A Futuristic Perspective, co-authored by Seema Jain, Secretary to the Government of India, and Madhav Shyam, former Deputy Director of the Census of India, was unveiled today at the 10th Chandigarh Social Science Congress – 2025. The book, published by Routledge Taylor and Francis Group, was released by Prof. Renu Vig, Vice Chancellor of Panjab University, Chandigarh.

CHANDIGARH: In an effort to promote women’s health and well-being, an awareness session on Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), Polycystic Ovary Disease (PCOD), and Cervical Cancer was organised at Savitribai Phule Hall, Panjab University. The session was aimed to educate participants on early detection, prevention, and management of these prevalent health issues affecting women.

CHANDIGARH: The Regional Centre for Entrepreneurship Development (RCED), on behalf of the Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC), Government of India, in collaboration with DIC Chandigarh, UT KVIB, and PNB Lead Bank, organized an Awareness Program on the Prime Minister’s Employment Generation Program (PMEGP) at Post Graduate Government College, Sector 11, Chandigarh.

CHANDIGARH: With the fielding of Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Rajya Sabha MP Sanjeev Arora as its candidate for the Ludhiana (West) Assembly byelection, speculations are rife over party’s supremo Arvind Kejriwal to get entry into the Rajya Sabha from Punjab, if the former wins the seat.

CHANDIGARH: The Aam Aadmi Party on Wednesday announced Rajya Sabha MP Sanjeev Arora as its candidate for the Ludhiana (West) Assembly byelection.

CHANDIGARH: In a landmark event dedicated to promoting and celebrating inclusive education, the Governor of Punjab and Administrator UT Chandigarh, Gulab Chand Kataria, distributed appointment letters to newly recruited special educators. 22 TGT and 18 JBT cadre Special Educators were given appointment letters on Monday. These posts were created by the Government of India in 2019.

CHANDIGARH: In a landmark event dedicated to promoting and celebrating inclusive education, the Governor of Punjab and Administrator UT Chandigarh, Gulab Chand Kataria, distributed appointment letters to newly recruited special educators. 22 TGT and 18 JBT cadre Special Educators were given appointment letters on Monday. These posts were created by the Government of India in 2019.

CHANDIGARH: Across Chandigarh, residents are grappling with the growing fear of stray dogs particularly in sector 34-D.