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BJP files code of conduct violation complaint against Congress in Himachal
Updated on Mar 19, 2024 01:08 PM IST
BJP alleges that forms to get ₹1,500 per month are being filled in the offices of the block development office and panchayats to woo the voters under the Congress-led government in Himachal
HT Correspondent, Shimla
Chargesheet filed against two narco-terror financiers in Jammu and Kashmir
SAI said the accused in connivance with terrorists of proscribed terrorist organisations, hatched a criminal conspiracy of raising funds by smuggling, trafficking narcotics and contraband from across the border to fund terror ecosystem
Published on Mar 19, 2024 01:06 PM IST
HT Correspondent, Srinagar
Now, Farooq Abdullah, Mehbooba Mufti push for Opposition unity at Rahul’s Mumbai rally
Local Congress leaders said party leader Rahul Gandhi is mediating between Farooq Abdullah and Mehbooba Mufti-led parties in a bid to save the alliance
Published on Mar 19, 2024 01:01 PM IST
, Srinagar
Mir EhsanHold one-day fast on March 24 to support sixth schedule demand for Ladakh: Sonam Wangchuk
Sonam Wangchuk says the Centre broke people’ trust by declining to fulfil the promises of granting Ladakh statehood and sixth schedule
Published on Mar 19, 2024 12:46 PM IST
Ravi Krishnan Khajuria, Jammu
Kangra tea revival plans brewing, but challenges galore
Once popular in Europe, Central Asia and Australia, and even Afghanistan and Pakistan, the Karga tea has lost favour and production has plummeted in recent years
Published on Mar 19, 2024 12:40 PM IST
Dar Ovais, Palampur
Haryana cabinet expansion today; CM Saini sure of perfect 10 for BJP
After paying obeisance at Nada Sahib gurdwara in Panchkula, chief minister Saini takes out roadshow in Ambala, Kurukshetra en route to BJP chief JP Nadda’s rally in Karnal
Updated on Mar 19, 2024 12:20 PM IST
Notice to Chandigarh BJP chief for poll code violation
The State BJP president has been instructed to either provide evidence of permission from the residents, owners, or occupants of these private houses by 3 pm on March 19 or remove the name plates. Failure to comply with this directive will result in action against them
Updated on Mar 19, 2024 09:20 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Chandigarh
Graft accused Chandigarh cop surrenders in CBI court
On March 5, CBI had filed a supplementary chargesheet against Pawan under Section 120-B (criminal conspiracy) of the Indian Penal Code and sections 7, 7A and 12 of the Prevention of Corruption Act.
Updated on Mar 19, 2024 09:16 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Chandigarh
Thieves take away equipment worth ₹1 cr from EV charging stations in Sec 42
The theft occurred at Palm Garden near the new lake in Sector 42 a few days ago. The FIR was registered on Monday under Section 379 (theft) of the Indian Penal Code after a complaint was received from the UT forests department.
Updated on Mar 19, 2024 09:14 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Chandigarh
March deadline missed: 24x7 water supply in Manimajra only after polls
The project, for which the foundation stone, was laid on November 13, 2021, has already missed four deadlines -- August 2023, December 2023, January 2024 and March 2024.
Updated on Mar 19, 2024 09:10 AM IST
Mandeep Kaur Narula, Chandigarh
Mohali incident: Bizman, doc attacked with swords after squabble with Nihangs
Complainant Harinder Singh, 36, who runs a private manpower company in Mohali, and Dr Sukhdeep Singh Brar, 33, who runs a private clinic in the city, received multiple injuries. The attack was so brutal that Harinder got 11 stitches, including eight on the head and three near the right eye.
Updated on Mar 19, 2024 09:08 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Mohali
Will ensure free, fair polls in Chandigarh: DGP Yadav
Vowing to carry forward the legacy, Chandigarh DGP Yadav said he believed in interaction with cops at all ranks and in developing a strong information network.
Updated on Mar 19, 2024 07:56 AM IST
Aneesha Sareen Kumar, Chandigarh
HC notice on plea for disbursal of cess from PSPCL to Mohali MC
According to Bedi’s lawyer Ranjivan Singh, not even a penny has been disbursed to Mohali MC since April 2021 and earlier, three instalments, one of ₹3 crore and two of ₹5 crore each were released, but with a deduction of 10% as collection charges
Updated on Mar 19, 2024 08:00 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Chandigarh
Countdown begins: Punjab Kings Vs Delhi Capitals: Mullanpur stadium all set for high-octane clash
In double delight for tricity’s cricket lovers, the first-ever match here will be between home favourites Punjab Kings, led by Shikhar Dhawan, and the mighty Delhi Capitals, helmed by Rishabh Pant, on March 23
Updated on Mar 19, 2024 07:54 AM IST
, Chandigarh
Shalini GuptaOut of 9k licensed weapons, 1,500 deposited with Mohali police
Senior superintendent of police Sandeep Garg and deputy commissioner Aashika Jain said in a press conference on Monday at the Administrative Complex that the weapons are to be deposited either at the police stations concerned or with arms dealers
Updated on Mar 19, 2024 07:50 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Mohali
With over 7.9 L registered so far, Mohali sees uptick in voters
The number of voters in 2014 Lok Sabha elections stood at 6.9 lakh; for 2024 polls, the voters include 4,14,379 males, 3,76,298 females and 36 from the transgender community
Updated on Mar 19, 2024 07:48 AM IST
Nikhil Sharma, Mohali
Jalandhar cops book four for cheating in 17-yr-old case
The accused claim it to be a pressure tactic to withdraw the vigilance complaint filed by one of the accused
Updated on Mar 19, 2024 07:36 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Jalandhar
HC clears decks for appointment of 2,364 ETT teachers in Punjab
The high court bench of acting chief justice GS Sandhawalia and justice Lapita Banerji dismissed an application moved by the state government seeking clarification on certain points concerning eligibility conditions.
Updated on Mar 19, 2024 07:26 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Chandigarh
BJP chief Sunil Jakhar takes a dig at AAP over AAP MP Raghav Chadha’s ‘absence’, Punjab CM hits back
Punjab BJP chief Jakhar questioned Chadha's absence from AAP, leading to a war of words with CM Mann. Jakhar claimed AAP will change candidates on eight seats due to infighting.
Updated on Mar 19, 2024 07:18 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Chandigarh
25-year-old beaten to death in Mahendragarh
Victim’s brother Mukesh said that he received a phone call from Manish’s friend Harish, who told him that some unidentified assailants attacked his brother
Updated on Mar 19, 2024 07:12 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Rohtak
Chandigarh saved fuel worth ₹17 cr via e-buses
Launched in November 2021, as many as 80 electric buses are currently plying on city roads. More than 1.51 crore passengers have travelled in these buses in over 27 months
Updated on Mar 19, 2024 07:10 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Chandigarh
Dial 1930 within ‘golden hour’ in cyber fraud cases: DGP Haryana
Addressing the media in Rohtak district, Kapur stressed the need for individuals to shield themselves from enticing offers and refrain from sharing OTP, emphasising that OTP is never required to receive money but is essential for withdrawing funds
Updated on Mar 19, 2024 07:06 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Chandigarh
Haryana CEO cautions printing press owners against producing illegal material
Any printed document that defames someone’s religion, caste, community, language, or character will be termed illegal, CEO added.
Updated on Mar 19, 2024 07:08 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Chandigarh
HC notice on plea challenging appointment of Saini as Haryana CM
The PIL from lawyer Jagmohan Singh Bhatti claims Saini was appointed the chief minister without him having tendered his resignation from his Parliamentary seat
Updated on Mar 19, 2024 07:04 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Chandigarh
Can contest elections from Hisar or K’shetra on BJP ticket if party says: Ranjit
Addressing a gathering in Hisar on Sunday evening, Ranjit Chautala, an independent MLA from Rania assembly segment in Sirsa, said that he told the chief minister that his priority is to contest the assembly polls
Updated on Mar 19, 2024 07:00 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Rohtak
Haryana: KU announces Rajib Goyal prizes for young scientists
Those who will receive this prize are Dr Saptarshi Basu, department of mechanical engineering, Bengaluru, (applied sciences); Dr Sebastian C Peter, JNCASR, Bengaluru, (chemical sciences); Dr Bushra Ateeq, department of biological sciences and bioengineering, IIT Kanpur (Life Sciences); Dr Sanjeev Kumar Aggarwal, Institute of Physics, Bhubaneswar, (physical sciences), according to a press release
Updated on Mar 19, 2024 06:56 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Chandigarh
Chandigarh: Modi’s photo removed from portal after poll code violation complaint
The banner had a photo of Narendra Modi, with a slogan “Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas, Sabka Prayas”
Updated on Mar 19, 2024 04:58 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Chandigarh
Winnability to be core factor for picking candidates for Lok Sabha elections, says Punjab Congress chief Warring
In the 2019 elections, Punjab Pradesh Congress Committee (PPCC) chief Amarinder Singh Raja Warring lost the Bathinda seat to Shiromani Akali Dal candidate Harsimrat Kaur Badal. His wife Amrita Warring has already enhanced her outreach activities in Bathinda leading to speculations that she is likely to be the party nominee for the Bathinda seat
Updated on Mar 19, 2024 06:54 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Bathinda
AAP did exemplary work in health, edu sector: Party gen secy
“Under the leadership of AAP convener Arvind Kejriwal and chief minister Bhagwant Mann, the government has done exemplary work in the field of education and health in these two years,” said the Punjab Mandi Board chairman in a statement.
Updated on Mar 19, 2024 06:52 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Chandigarh
‘Delhi Chalo’: 3 more farmers die; toll reaches 10
The farmers, as per the union leaders, had been facing breathing issues after they allegedly inhaled the toxic air emanating from tear gas shells fired by the police on both Shambhu and Khanouri borders.
Updated on Mar 19, 2024 06:50 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Patiala