Sharma Slams BJP: 125 Crore “Thank You” Masks MC’s Financial Crisis Chander Mukhi Sharma, a prominent councillor, has sharply criticised a special Municipal Corporation (MC) meeting convened to express gratitude to the Union Home Minister for the allocation of Rs 125 crore. Sharma alleges this sum is merely re-appropriated funding, not a new grant. He […]

Chandigarh Councillors Donate Salaries to Punjab Flood Relief Chandigarh Municipal Corporation councillors showed solidarity with Punjab’s flood-affected population on Tuesday, September 2, 2025. They collectively donated a month’s salary towards relief efforts. The generous contribution totalled Rs 1,75,000. This amount was presented to representatives of the “Tera Hi Tera” mission, a prominent relief organisation. Mayor […]

Stock Scam Net Closes: Rs 4.78 Lakh Fraudster Nabbed Chandigarh police have arrested a 25-year-old man, Nandlal, in connection with a major stock market fraud. The arrest follows a complaint filed by a Chandigarh resident who lost Rs 4.78 lakh to a fraudulent investment scheme. Police investigations revealed that Rs 2.5 lakh of the stolen […]

Monsoon Fury: Tricity Drowns, Punjab Mourns Torrential rains lashed Chandigarh, Mohali, and Panchkula on Tuesday, causing widespread devastation across the Tricity. Homes and businesses were inundated, leading authorities to prohibit access to all water bodies as a precautionary measure. Schools remained shut for the day, impacting thousands of students. The downpour also severely affected daily […]

Chandigarh Choes: City’s Lifeline Against Monsoon Fury Chandigarh’s seasonal rivulets, known locally as choes, are playing a crucial role in mitigating the risks of monsoon flooding. These natural stormwater drains are currently under close observation by city officials. Water levels in the choes are being continuously monitored to ensure smooth flow and prevent waterlogging in […]

Opium Bust: Moradabad Duo Nabbed in Punjab Two young men from Moradabad, Sagar Kumar and Chirag, were apprehended at a Dera Bassi bus stand on Saturday, August 9, 2025. Authorities seized 3.25 kg of opium from their possession. The duo was immediately taken into custody by the local police. Charges under the Narcotics Drugs and […]

Mohali Pension Adalat Clears 43 Grievances A special Pension Adalat held in Mohali on August 9, 2025, successfully addressed 43 pension-related complaints from Punjab state government employees. The initiative, organised by the office of the Accountant General, provided a platform for direct interaction between pensioners and sanctioning authorities. The Adalat brought together key officials, including […]

Mohali-Kharar Road Chokes: Rain, Fire, and Power Cuts Fuel Commuters’ Fury Torrential rain lashed the Mohali-Kharar road on Friday, August 8, 2025, creating a traffic nightmare for commuters. Holiday traffic compounded the problem, leaving vehicles stranded for hours. A car fire further exacerbated the situation, adding to the already chaotic conditions. Waterlogging and numerous vehicle […]

PGI’s AMRIT Pharmacy Network Expands: Bedside Delivery Ushers in New Era of Patient Care The Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGI), Chandigarh, inaugurated its eleventh AMRIT pharmacy on August 8, 2025. This latest addition brings affordable medicines and implants directly to patients’ bedsides. The new facility leverages an online prescription system, ensuring […]

Tewari Pushes for Separate PGIMER in Chandigarh: Mayor, Rajya Sabha Seat Also Demanded Congress leader Manish Tewari has urged the establishment of a new, independent Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER) in Chandigarh. His proposal, made on August 8, 2025, highlights the current institute’s limitations. Tewari cited burgeoning patient numbers and inadequate […]