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Out 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

Punjab will go to vote in the seventh phase on June 1 (iStock)
Updated on Mar 19, 2024 07:50 AM IST
By, Mohali

9 killed as part of Kolkata building collapses, Oppn targets TMC govt

The government announced a compensation of ₹5 lakh each for the families of the diseased and ₹1 lakh each for the injured

Nine people dead as a five-storey under construction building collapsed on the adjacent slum at Azhar Molla Bagan at Garden Reach in Kolkata on Monday. (HT Photo)
Updated on Mar 19, 2024 04:19 AM IST
By, Kolkata

CWC meet to approve manifesto today; poll panel may clear more names

The highest executive body of the party is also set to discuss and move a resolution on the electoral bond data.

The CWC will meet for the last time before the general elections in April-May. (ANI)
Updated on Mar 19, 2024 05:23 AM IST
By, New Delhi

Prayagraj: Illegal firearm manufacturing unit busted, 5 held

The accused are being questioned further to identify the buyers and ascertain if the firearms were being sold to cause disturbance during the upcoming Lok Sabha polls, said police.

DCP trans-Yamuna Shraddha Narendra Pandey addressing press conference in Prayagraj on Monday. (HT PHOTO)
Updated on Mar 19, 2024 07:40 AM IST
By, Prayagraj

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

Jalandhar cops book four for cheating in 17-yr-old case
Updated on Mar 19, 2024 07:36 AM IST
By, Jalandhar

Noted writer Prabha Varma to be awarded Saraswati Samman 2023

Noted poet and litterateur Prabha Varma will be awarded the prestigious Saraswati Samman, 2023 for his verse novel Roudra Sathwikam, the KK Birla Foundation said in a statement on Monday

Prabha Varma has excelled as a bilingual writer, with exemplary literary works in both Malayalam and English (Wikimedia Commons)
Updated on Mar 19, 2024 07:34 AM IST

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.

HC clears decks for appointment of 2,364 ETT teachers in Punjab
Updated on Mar 19, 2024 07:26 AM IST
By, 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.

Punjab BJP president Sunil Jakhar
Updated on Mar 19, 2024 07:18 AM IST
By, 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

The deceased has been identified as Manish, a shop opwner from Narnaul (iStock)
Updated on Mar 19, 2024 07:12 AM IST
By, 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

Chandigarh transport director Pradhuman Singh said, “The electric buses have so far covered a distance of 1.01 crore km on intra-city routes, saving 20.38 lakh litre of diesel and preventing 5,380.42 tonne carbon emission.” (HT File)
Updated on Mar 19, 2024 07:10 AM IST
By, 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

Haryana director general of police (DGP) Shatrujeet Kapur (HT File)
Updated on Mar 19, 2024 07:06 AM IST
By, 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.

Haryana chief electoral officer (CEO) Anurag Agarwal (HT Photo)
Updated on Mar 19, 2024 07:08 AM IST
By, 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

Saini, an MP from Kurukshetra, was appointed as CM following Manohar Lal Khattar’s resignation on February 12. Subsequently, Khattar had tendered his resignation from the Karnal assembly seat. (Getty Images/iStockphoto)
Updated on Mar 19, 2024 07:04 AM IST
By, Chandigarh

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

The award consists of a medal, citation and a cash prize of <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>1 lakh for which four scientists of the country below the age of 45 have been selected in the young scientists category. (HT File)
Updated on Mar 19, 2024 06:56 AM IST
By, 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

Rania MLA Ranjit Chautala (HT File)
Updated on Mar 19, 2024 07:00 AM IST
By, Rohtak

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”

Advocate Pankaj Chandgothia had forwarded a complaint on C Vigil app on March 18. (HT File)
Updated on Mar 19, 2024 04:58 AM IST
By, 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

Punjab Congress chief Amarinder Singh Raja Warring during an event in Bathinda on Monday. (HT )
Updated on Mar 19, 2024 06:54 AM IST
By, 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.

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Punjab general secretary Harchand Singh Barsat on Monday said the party has intensified its campaign for the June 1 Lok Sabha election in the state.
Updated on Mar 19, 2024 06:52 AM IST
By, 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.

Farmers during a protest at the Khanauri border. (ANI file)
Updated on Mar 19, 2024 06:50 AM IST
By, Patiala

Sunny weather, mercury surge likely in Chandigarh

Maximum temperature rose from 29.1°C on Sunday to 29.4°C on Monday, 0.5°C above normal. Minimum temperature rose from 12.6°C on Sunday to 13.5°C on Monday, but was still 2°C below normal

In the next three days, maximum temperature will remain around 31°C while minimum temperature will remain around 14°C. (HT File)
Updated on Mar 19, 2024 06:44 AM IST
By, Chandigarh

Sukhbir asks five AAP ministers fighting polls to quit Punjab cabinet

Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) president Sukhbir Singh Badal on Monday asked the five candidates fielded by the ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) for the Lok Sabha polls to quit the cabinet for smooth functioning of their ministries

Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) president Sukhbir Singh Badal on Monday asked the five candidates fielded by the ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) for the Lok Sabha polls to quit the cabinet for smooth functioning of their ministries.
Updated on Mar 19, 2024 06:38 AM IST

Week after reaching Canada, Ludhiana man stabs wife to death

After killing the 41-year-old woman, the accused made a video call to his mother and showed her the body; according to reports in Canada media, the man, Jagpreet Singh, alias Raju, 50, has been arrested by the Abbotsford police

The accused was charged with second-degree murder in relation to the fatal stabbing.
Updated on Mar 19, 2024 06:36 AM IST
By, Ludhiana

Punjab has 50% surplus EVMs: State poll officer

Speaking on the electronic voting machine (EVM), Sibin stated that the state has 150% availability, ensuring a surplus of 50% more than the required. Furthermore, he assured that all polling stations would be equipped with essential facilities such as ramps, water supply, proper lighting arrangements, and toilets. He emphasised that all polling stations would be conveniently located within 2 km of voters’ addresses.

District election officer-cum-deputy commissioner Vishesh Sarangal, police commissioner Swapan Sharma and Jalandhar rural SSP Mukhwinder Singh Bhullar said to ensure level playing field for all political parties and candidates, adequate civil and security arrangements have already been made.
Updated on Mar 19, 2024 06:30 AM IST
By, Chandigarh/jalandhar

Keep account of poll expenditure: U.P. CEO to candidates

Political parties will have to take permission from the concerned returning officer for holding rallies, processions and public meetings, said Navdeep Rinwa

UP CEO held a meeting with representatives of recognised political parties in Lucknow on March 18. (For Representation)
Updated on Mar 19, 2024 06:26 AM IST
By, Lucknow

Golf: AVT Champions Tour begins at Chandigarh Golf Club

The championship, promoting competitive golf among senior golfers in India, will determine the merit list winner of the 2023-24 season

The tournament was initiated in 2019 by Dilip Thomas, a former member of the International Golf Federation Olympic Golf Committee and Asia Pacific Golf Confederation board, to encourage camaraderie and competitive golf among senior amateurs. (HT File)
Updated on Mar 19, 2024 06:24 AM IST
By, Chandigarh

Three held for firing in air in Mohali

The accused have been identified as Rakesh Kumar, Kulwinder Singh and Jasvir Singh, all residents of Jammu and were residing in a PG in Naya Gaon

According to the sources, one of the three men worked as a private security guard and were together in the PG on Monday evening. (Getty image)
Updated on Mar 19, 2024 06:48 AM IST
By, Mohal

Student, CTU conductor die in road mishaps in Kharar

Two separate road mishaps in Kharar resulted in the deaths of a student and a CTU conductor. The incidents involved speeding bike and Tata pick-up truck.

Student, CTU conductor die in road mishaps in Kharar. (HT)
Updated on Mar 19, 2024 06:20 AM IST
By, Mohali

Woman jumps to death from 14th floor in Gurugram’s Sector-65

The woman had been suffering from depression for the last few years, after her twin sister had allegedly died by suicide in 2020

A 27-year-old woman allegedly jumped to death from the 14th floor of a residential building located in Gurugram Sector-65. (Representational Image)
Updated on Mar 19, 2024 06:06 AM IST

EC removes Bengal DGP, home secys in six states

Election Commission transfers top police officer in West Bengal, home secretaries of 6 states, and Mumbai corporation head to ensure free and fair polls.

Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar (HT Photo)
Updated on Mar 19, 2024 01:05 AM IST
By, New Delhi

Teams formed to check poll code violation in Lucknow

Uttar Pradesh capital goes to the polls in fifth phase on May 20; nomination process starts April 26, says DM

These teams will identify any illegal cash transactions, distribution of alcohol or other suspicious items being used or likely to be used to influence voters. (For Representation)
Updated on Mar 19, 2024 05:46 AM IST
By, Lucknow
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