Chandigarh
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Chandigarh shootout: Gangster Inderpreet 'Perry,' aide of Lawrence Bishnoi, shot dead in gang war
India | Dec 02, 2025, 10:44 AM ISTShortly after the killing, a post surfaced on social media claiming responsibility for the murder. The message was issued in the name of Arzu Bishnoi, Hari Boxer, Shubham Lonkar and Harman Sandhu—all linked to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang.
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Centre clarifies no bill on Chandigarh administration in Parliament's Winter Session
India | Nov 23, 2025, 01:50 PM ISTThe proposal to simplify the Centre’s law-making process for Chandigarh is still under consideration, and no final decision has been made.
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'Punjab always comes first': State BJP chief amid uproar over Centre's Chandigarh move
India | Nov 23, 2025, 01:09 PM ISTThe Centre will bring the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill, 2025, in the upcoming winter session of Parliament, beginning December 1, according to a Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha bulletin. It seeks to include the Union territory of Chandigarh in Article 240.
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Centre proposes law to appoint independent administrator in Chandigarh, triggers outrage in Punjab
India | Nov 22, 2025, 11:34 PM ISTThe Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill 2025 will be introduced in the upcoming Winter session of Parliament, beginning December 1, 2025, according to a bulletin of the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha. It seeks to include the Union territory of Chandigarh in Article 240.
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Ex-Punjab DGP, wife booked over son's death amid shocking allegations
Crime | Oct 21, 2025, 01:26 PM ISTAkil was found dead under mysterious circumstances on October 16 in Panchkula. The family claimed it was due to a drug overdose.
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Chandigarh hit-and-run: One sister dead, another injured as Thar SUV flees scene
India | Oct 15, 2025, 10:51 PM ISTThe vehicle involved in the incident is registered in Chandigarh. Police investigation revealed that the car's registration number pointed to Sector 21, but authorities have confirmed that the suspect no longer resides at that address.
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Outrage and demands for justice surge in Chandigarh and Haryana after IPS Puran Kumar's suicide
India | Oct 12, 2025, 05:11 PM ISTY Puran Kumar death case: A Dalit Panchayat was organised at Guru Ravidas Bhavan in Chandigarh’s Sector 20, where around 250 to 300 people attended. The Panchayat issued a strict 48-hour ultimatum to both Chandigarh and Haryana administrations, demanding immediate steps to be taken.
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Chandigarh to get two daily flights to Bengaluru from September 1: Check timings and other details
India | Sep 01, 2025, 07:00 AM ISTStarting September 1, Chandigarh will enjoy improved air connectivity to Bengaluru with the launch of two daily direct flights. These flights will depart at daytime and late-night slots.
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Good news for Delhi-Punjab commuters: Rs 3,167 crore Chandigarh-Ambala expressway nears completion
Business | Aug 13, 2025, 03:28 PM ISTThe corridor is spread over an area of almost 395 hectares and is divided into two packages. The Package- 1, which runs for almost 31.23 km from Devinagar on the Ambala–Hisar road to IT City Chowk, is 65 per cent complete.
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Sukhna Lake water level nears danger mark in Chandigarh; flood gate opened, alert issued
India | Aug 06, 2025, 04:20 PM ISTWith continuous rainfall over the past few days, the lake's swelling water level has become a serious concern for the administration and residents alike. Emergency services remain on standby as precautionary measures are being taken to prevent any untoward incidents, as per officials.
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Chandigarh furniture market demolition: Administration razes 116 'illegal' shops in Sectors 53, 54
India | Jul 20, 2025, 09:37 AM ISTChandigarh DC on Friday held a meeting in this regard and issued necessary directions on safety, fire, medical and waste clearance. He also said that 1000 police personnel will be deployed during the demolition drive.
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INLD chief Abhay Chautala gets death threat via WhatsApp, son files complaint with Chandigarh police
Haryana | Jul 16, 2025, 06:09 PM ISTINLD chief Abhay Singh Chautala has received a death threat through a WhatsApp voice message sent to his son, Karan Chautala. The message warned Abhay to "stay out of their way" or face consequences similar to slain INLD leader Nafe Singh Rathee.
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Gujarat, Haryana and Rajasthan postpone Operation Shield, no civil defence mock drill on May 29
India | May 28, 2025, 11:04 PM ISTThe civil defence exercise "Operation Shield", which was scheduled for May 29, 2025, has been postponed in Haryana, Gujarat, Rajasthan, and Chandigarh due to administrative reasons. There will be no blackout or mock drills in these regions on the planned date.
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Chandigarh on high alert: Sirens sound after air attack warning, residents urged to stay indoors
India | May 09, 2025, 10:04 AM ISTAccording to an official statement issued by the Deputy Commissioner of Chandigarh, an air warning has been received from the local Air Force Station, indicating the possibility of an aerial attack.
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Chandigarh government implements dress code for teachers in public schools
Education | Apr 27, 2025, 05:36 PM ISTChandigarh introduces a dress code for teachers in government schools, mandating formal attire for males and salwar-kameez for females to promote professionalism and equality.
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IG Rajkumar Singh to take charge as Chandigarh DGP as Surendra Yadav gets transferred
India | Apr 02, 2025, 04:14 PM ISTIG Rajkumar Singh has been appointed as the acting Chandigarh DGP following the transfer of Surendra Singh Yadav, who has been deputed to the BSF as DIG. Yadav, known for his controversial decisions, was removed amid reported tensions among senior officials.
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Chandigarh cop suspended after wife's viral dance video causes traffic jam | WATCH
Trending | Apr 02, 2025, 12:49 PM ISTA Chandigarh cop's career hit the brakes after his wife's viral dance video brought traffic to a standstill. Watch the video that sparked controversy and learn more about the incident that led to the cop's suspension.
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Chandigarh grenade attack case: NIA chargesheets four Khalistani terror operatives
India | Mar 23, 2025, 08:26 PM ISTAccording to the NIA statement, the two primary terrorists, Rinda and Happy Passi, were the main conspirators and handlers behind the 2024 grenade attack.
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Wushu player dies during All India Inter-University Championship at Chandigarh university
India | Feb 25, 2025, 08:12 PM ISTRajasthan University Wushu player Mohit Sharma tragically collapsed and died during the All India Inter-University Championship at Chandigarh University, reportedly due to a cardiac arrest. Investigations are ongoing to confirm the exact cause of his death.
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Next meeting with farmers in Chandigarh on Mar 19, talks held in cordial atmosphere: Shivraj Chouhan
India | Feb 23, 2025, 06:09 AM ISTReinstatement of the Land Acquisition Act, 2013, and compensation to the families of farmers who died during a previous agitation in 2020-21 are also part of farmers' demands.