Kovind Inaugurates Plaksha’s New Era: Tech, Philanthropy & Global Ties Take Centre Stage Plaksha University commenced its convocation ceremonies with a flurry of significant events on August 8, 2025. The day began with the inauguration of the state-of-the-art Usha Hasteer Auditorium. Simultaneously, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed, forging a crucial academic partnership between […]

415 Missing Persons Reunited: Police’s Year-Long Operation Yields Fruitful Results The tireless efforts of Indian police forces have yielded remarkable results, reuniting 415 missing persons with their families over the past year. This successful operation, spanning from August 2024 to July 2025, showcases the dedication and inter-agency cooperation within the police system. The reunited individuals […]

Ghaggar River Breaches Danger Mark: Residents Urged to Evacuate Heavy rainfall has pushed the Ghaggar River dangerously close to its flood level. Authorities have issued a stern warning to residents in affected areas. People are advised to avoid venturing near water bodies, including rivers and bridges. Unnecessary travel should be avoided until the situation improves. […]

Sukhna Lake Floodgates Open Again: Danger Looms The Sukhna Lake floodgates were reopened on Friday evening, August 8, 2025, as rising water levels approached the danger mark. Authorities cautiously opened the gates by three inches to release excess water into the Ghaggar river. This marks the second opening of the floodgates this week, following a […]

Sukhna Lake Floodgates Reopened: Danger Mark Nears The Sukhna Lake floodgates were reopened on Friday evening, August 8, 2025, as rising water levels approached the danger mark. Authorities cautiously opened the gates by three inches to release excess water into the Ghaggar river. This marks the second opening of the floodgates this week, following a […]

Chandigarh Demands its Own PGIMER: Tewari’s Plea for City-Specific Healthcare Congress leader Manish Tewari has urged for a dedicated Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER) for Chandigarh, independent of the existing institute serving the northern region. His proposal, made on August 8, 2025, highlights growing patient numbers and alleged equipment inadequacies at […]

Mohali’s NIIFT Weaves a Vibrant Handloom Revival The National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIIFT), Mohali, celebrated National Handloom Day on August 7, 2025, with a vibrant display of India’s rich handloom heritage. The event partnered with several organizations to showcase the exquisite artistry of Indian handloom textiles. Live demonstrations provided attendees with a firsthand look […]

Chandigarh Welcomes India’s Next-Gen Apple Experience Tresor Group inaugurated its state-of-the-art Imagine Apple store in Chandigarh on Friday, August 8, 2025. The grand opening was graced by the city’s Mayor and several BJP officials. The new store promises a premium, immersive experience for Apple customers, showcasing the latest products and services. Tresor aims to set […]

CHB Rethinks Jumbo Lifts: Residents’ Budget Concerns Stall Project Chandigarh Housing Board (CHB) is reviewing its plans for larger-than-anticipated lifts in several housing sectors. The decision follows strong opposition from residents who cited escalating costs associated with the initial design. Several resident welfare associations voiced concerns over the financial burden of installing and maintaining oversized […]

Chandigarh Power Crisis: Mayor Seeks Administrator’s Intervention Chandigarh Mayor, Ms. Ravi Babla, has urgently appealed to the UT Administrator for immediate intervention to resolve the city’s escalating power crisis. Residents are facing widespread disruptions, including frequent power cuts and erratic voltage fluctuations. The Mayor directly attributes these problems to the recent privatization of the city’s […]