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Mayor Harpreet Kaur Babla visits ward No.1; directs officials for immediate action

Mayor Harpreet Kaur Babla visits ward No.1; directs officials for immediate action

City Mayor Smt. Harpreet Kaur Babla, conducted an extensive visit to Ward No. 1, accompanied by local area Councillor Smt. Jaswinder Kaur and officers of all wings of the Municipal Corporation, including Horticulture, Road Division, Public Health, Electrical, and the Sanitation Department.
 
Upon arrival, the Mayor received a warm welcome from the residents of the ward, who took the opportunity to share their concerns regarding various civic issues, such as sewerage problems, road maintenance, park cleanliness, and waste processing.
 
MC Commissioner Amit Kumar terminates services of three sanitary inspectors*

MC Commissioner Amit Kumar terminates services of three sanitary inspectors*

Taking strict note of a news published regarding unnecessary challaning done by the Sanitary Inspectors of MC Chandigarh, the Commissioner MCC, Sh. Amit Kumar, IAS has dismissed the services of Sh. Atul Rana, Sh. Baljinder Singh and Sh. Shashi kant, Sanitary Inapectors (through outsourced).
 
The three Inspectors were deployed with the MOH department through Outsource agency. The challan of a restaurant at 11.30 pm at outside the area of their preview.
 
After the dismessal orders of the Commissioner, the MCC has written to the Outsource agency that the services of these three Inspectors are no more required in the office of MOH and their services may be discontinued with immediate effect.
Chandigarh Administration has now constructed a state-of-the-art basketball court in with a cost of Rs. 70 Lacs on an area of 7000 Sft.

Chandigarh Administration has now constructed a state-of-the-art basketball court in with a cost of Rs. 70 Lacs on an area of 7000 Sft.

The Engineering Department, Chandigarh Administration has always been endeavouring to fulfil the vision, “future ready Chandigarh vision 2030 and beyond” of Sh. Gulab Chand Kataria, Hon’ble Administrator, U.T. Chandigarh. 
 
 Moving forward on enhancing the infrastructure for Sports and Education, the Engineering Department, Chandigarh Administration has now constructed a state-of-the-art basketball court in Govt. Model Senior Secondary School, Sector 8, Chandigarh with a cost of Rs. 70 Lacs on an area of 7000 Sft. (approx.). This initiative aims to promote sports and provide athletes with world-class facilities at the school level.
WPL 2025: Gujarat Giants opt for bowl first against RCB

WPL 2025: Gujarat Giants opt for bowl first against RCB

Gujarat Giants have won the toss and opted to bowl first against defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in Match 12 of the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2025 at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium here on Thursday.

Gujarat captain Ashleigh Gardner said she chose to ball first because chasing looks a bit easy in this edition of the WPL edition.

"Chasing seems to be a little bit easier throughout the tournament. We spoke about the powerplay. We just haven't had many runs to work with," Gardner said at the toss.

She said that Gujarat have made one change to their playing XI which played their last match as spin allrounder D. Hemalatha came in for Simran Shaikh.

RCB also made one change, bringing back legspinner Prema Rawat for left-arm spinner Ekta Bisht.

Two Days International North Zone Symposium of Anatomy Started at Desh Bhagat Dental College & Hospital

Two Days International North Zone Symposium of Anatomy Started at Desh Bhagat Dental College & Hospital

Two days 4th International North Zone Symposium of Anatomy-2025 organized by the Department of Anatomy, Desh Bhagat Dental College & Hospital has started today in Desh Bhagat University, Mandi Gobindgarh. The Conference was inaugurated by Dr. Zora Singh Chancellor of Desh Bhagat University and Pro-Chancellor Dr. Tejinder Kaur in the warm presence of President Dr. Sandeep Singh, Vice Chancellor Dr. Abhijit Joshi, Advisor to Chancellor Dr. Virinder Singh, Vice President Dr. Harsh Sadawarti, Pro Vice-Chancellor (Medical) Prof. Dr. Bachan Lal Bhardwaj, Registrar Mr. Surinder Kapoor, Dean Academics Dr. Sunil Malhan and Principal Dr. Vikram Bali.The prestigious event is encouraged by the Chief Guest Prof. (Dr) Kanchan Kapoor, the former Head, Department of Anatomy, Govt. Medical College & Hospital, Chandigarh. Organizing Secretary of the conference Dr. Ajit Pal Singh has presented the keynote address of the symposium.In the event dignitaries also liberate souvenirs of 4th International North Zone Symposium of Anatomy. In the symposium 300 offline delegates and 100 plus delegates from US, Canada, Austria and more than 10 states across India, including Tripura, Jammu & Kashmir, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Uttarakhand, Chhattisgarh, Chandigarh, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, New Delhi, Shillong, and Madhya Pradesh, all connected virtually to participate in this conference. Through virtual mode the conference is joined by many foreign delegates and national delegates from the south.

Social Media Playing a Crucial Role in Bringing Music to Millions – Sukhwinder Singh

Social Media Playing a Crucial Role in Bringing Music to Millions – Sukhwinder Singh

Renowned singer and composer Sukhwinder Singh, known for lending his powerful voice to Bollywood hits like Jai Ho, Chak De, Chaiyya Chaiyya, Haule Haule, Banjara, Saki Saki, and Ramta Jogi, continues to receive widespread appreciation for his music. The veteran singer, who has been an integral part of the music industry for nearly three decades, once again finds himself in the limelight with his latest song, “Nagini”, featuring lyrics penned by the acclaimed lyricist Babu Singh Maan.

Singh, who brought international recognition to Indian music with his Oscar-winning song Jai Ho, believes that Nagini will captivate audiences, especially the youth. The song’s lyrics—
“15-year-old youthful charm… The girl turned into a Nagini and fought…”
—are designed to make listeners groove.

NEW POLICY AIMS TO GENERATE EXCISE REVENUE OF RS. 11020 CRORES WITH AN INCREASE OF 8.61% AS COMPARED TO LAST YEAR

NEW POLICY AIMS TO GENERATE EXCISE REVENUE OF RS. 11020 CRORES WITH AN INCREASE OF 8.61% AS COMPARED TO LAST YEAR

The Punjab Cabinet led by the Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann gave nod to the Excise policy 2025-26 which aims to collect excise revenue of Rs. 11020 crores during the financial year 2025-26, projecting an increase of Rs. 874.05 crores (8.61%) over the previous financial year’s targets.

A decision to this effect was taken by the Council of Ministers in a meeting held under the chairmanship of the Chief Minister here at his official residence today.

Disclosing this here today a spokesperson of the Chief Minister’s Office said that against the target of Rs 10,145 crore set during the Excise policy 2024-25, the state government has collected Rs 10,200 crore, so far. Excise collection is witnessing steady surge in the state during the current regime as for the first time the collection has crossed the mark of Rs 10,000 crores. It is worth mentioning that the collection from Excise in the last year of SAD-BJP alliance was Rs 4405 crore and in last year of Congress regime was merely Rs 6254 crore.

‘Beware of fake India Post SMS’, says Rajasthan Police

‘Beware of fake India Post SMS’, says Rajasthan Police

Rajasthan Director General (DG) of Cyber Crime, Hemant Priyadarshi, on Thursday issued an advisory warning citizens to stay cautious and avoid falling victim to cybercriminals who are scamming people by sending fake SMS and links under the name of India Post.

He said that fraudsters send SMS messages claiming that a parcel could not be delivered due to an incorrect address. "The message includes a fraudulent link, directing users to update their address," he said.

He added that, however, clicking the link leads to a counterfeit website that closely resembles the official India Post portal.

Four killed in separate road accidents in Madhya Pradesh

Four killed in separate road accidents in Madhya Pradesh

A woman was killed, and 12 others were injured when a pick-up vehicle overturned in Mungwani police station area of Narsinghpur district of Madhya Pradesh on Thursday.

According to police sources, a pick-up vehicle carrying labourers from Datla Nala area on National Highway in Mungwani police station area went out of control and overturned.

There were about 30 passengers in it, who were going to work in the outer area. Due to the accident, the woman died on the spot.

The injured people have been brought here to the district hospital for treatment.

Kerala horror: Police records statement of 23-year-old accused

Kerala horror: Police records statement of 23-year-old accused

The Kerala Police on Thursday recorded the statement of 23-year-old Affan who is the sole accused in the killing of four of his relatives and his 22-year-old girlfriend.

The police registered six cases against Affan under two police station limits where the crime took place in the capital city outskirts.

On Thursday, the police team visited the accused in the hospital and recorded his statement in the case related to the killing of his grandmother.

The police team was informed by the medical board treating Affan that he needs to remain in the hospital for a few more days. Following which the police team decided to bring the local magistrate to the hospital and record Affan’s statement.

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