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      MC topped Chandigarh in tree plantations but one in 3 saplings didn’t survive

      The Chandigarh administration’s Comprehensive Plantation Plan 2026–27 places clear emphasis on quality over quantity, prioritising tall, healthy saplings and scientific planning over mass plantation numbers. (Getty Images)
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      Updated on Jul 12, 2026 03:26 IST

      MHA examining Chandigarh’s demands on apartmentalisation, mayor’s tenure

      The Centre clarified that no formal proposal is under consideration at this stage, highlighting the need for due process before any change (HT File)
      chandigarh news
      Updated on Jul 5, 2026 02:35 IST

      Chandigarh: Now, faster, smoother approvals for MSMEs

      Chandigarh currently has around 65,000 MSMEs, the majority of which fall under the micro category and are concentrated in the services and trading sectors. (HT File)
      chandigarh news
      Updated on Jul 4, 2026 03:13 IST

      Chandigarh prepares for PM visit, PGIMER, PU projects ready for launch

      The PM had last visited the city on December 3, 2024, when he came to review the implementation of the new criminal laws. The main event was held at PEC, where demonstrations were organised to present changes in policing, investigation and judicial processes. (via REUTERS)
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      Updated on Jul 3, 2026 03:09 IST

      Chandigarh: Only 2 of 10 residential sites find buyers in e-auction

      Real estate observers note that while premium sectors continue to draw some interest due to their location advantage, aggressively fixed reserve prices leave little room for competitive bidding. (HT File)
      chandigarh news
      Updated on Jun 29, 2026 23:42 IST

      Prepare to shell out more as parking in Chandigarh set to go smart

      Conceptualised around 2022, the smart parking project aimed to introduce FASTag-enabled, tech-based parking across the city. (HT Photo)
      chandigarh news
      Updated on Jun 28, 2026 01:02 IST

      Chandigarh MC plans 8-fold hike in hedge licence fee

      The horticulture wing of the MC is responsible for granting licences under the Chandigarh (Control and Regulation of Hedges and Fences) Bylaws, 1971 (Shutterstock)
      chandigarh news
      Updated on Jun 27, 2026 01:46 IST

      Chandigarh MC plans ₹21-crore canal water supply project

      Recent data shows that the city still operates over 200 tubewells supplying nearly 17 million gallons per day, particularly to colonies and peripheral areas, even as canal water remains the primary source.
      chandigarh news
      Updated on Jun 27, 2026 01:34 IST

      Big relief for Chandigarh traders as power regulator halts conversion-based billing

      The decision takes effect immediately and will remain in place until smart meters capable of recording kVAh consumption are installed across all consumer categories. (HT File)
      chandigarh news
      Updated on Jun 25, 2026 24:40 IST

      Chandigarh’s heritage furniture pulled from Paris auction after last-minute diplomatic push

      A report by the Government College of Art, Sector 10, flagged multiple missing items from official inventories, underscoring gaps in preservation and monitoring. (HT File)
      chandigarh news
      Updated on Jun 25, 2026 24:22 IST

      Chandigarh: Chaotic, messy Sector 26 mandi to turn a new leaf with ₹1-crore infra upgrade

      Fencing has been installed around key parking areas, and overhead barricades are being introduced to streamline the chaotic flow of vehicles entering and exiting the mandi. (Keshav Singh/HT)
      chandigarh news
      Updated on Jun 24, 2026 01:00 IST

      Chandigarh: Bicycle tracks in southern sectors to have ₹1.95-crore street lights

      In early May this year, Chandigarh Police recorded four snatching incidents within 24 hours, involving pedestrians and cyclists. (HT File)
      chandigarh news
      Updated on Jun 22, 2026 24:42 IST

      Chandigarh: Got an opinion on Master Plan changes? Flag it in person

      Officials said the constitution of the committee is part of the mandatory consultative process before finalising any amendments to the Master Plan. (HT File)
      chandigarh news
      Updated on Jun 20, 2026 23:48 IST

      Senior UT officials to meet Shah next week to push for city’s vertical growth

      The administration is likely to present a detailed roadmap outlining the objectives, regulatory provisions, and anticipated impact of the amendments.
      chandigarh news
      Updated on Jun 20, 2026 01:58 IST

      Citywide security overhaul: Chandigarh plans 108 PCR parking bays to cut response time

      Officials say while such large-scale naka deployments are effective, they are periodic and resource-intensive. (HT Photo for representation)
      chandigarh news
      Updated on Jun 18, 2026 23:40 IST

      Chandigarh: CHB may offer relief to small flat allottees defaulting on rent

      The flats, located in areas such as Maloya and Dhanas, were allotted under licence-based rehabilitation schemes requiring beneficiaries to pay a nominal monthly rent (HT Photo for representation)
      chandigarh news
      Updated on Jun 17, 2026 23:34 IST

      Mohali: UT to roll out property cards for village habitation areas

      Officials said the initiative is designed to address persistent issues of uncertain ownership, encroachments and fraudulent transactions in “abadi deh” areas. (HT File)
      chandigarh news
      Updated on Jun 15, 2026 24:00 IST

      Chandigarh: Heritage, green cover, infra load weigh on stakeholders’ minds

      Concerns regarding fragmentation of industrial plots and its implications on land-use discipline have also been raised in multiple submissions. (HT Photo)
      chandigarh news
      Updated on Jun 10, 2026 22:58 IST

      Chandigarh seeks legal opinion after HC scraps Tribune flyover

      The Tribune Chowk flyover was first conceived around 2016 to ease congestion at one of the busiest entry points into the city, handling traffic from Zirakpur, Panchkula and Delhi. (HT File)
      chandigarh news
      Updated on Jun 4, 2026 22:14 IST

      Chandigarh: Pending dues, contract lapses, vacant assets drove CTU to ₹5 cr+ losses

      Auditors have recommended a comprehensive review of all 13 quarterly reports submitted under the project, as only four were test-checked. (HT File)
      chandigarh news
      Updated on Jun 3, 2026 21:46 IST

      Chandigarh: 13k+ properties geo mapped in UT under NAKSHA project

      The project relies on Geographic Information System (GIS) mapping, which assigns each property a precise geographic location and layers it with data such as ownership, land use and structural details. (HT File)
      chandigarh news
      Updated on Jun 2, 2026 22:00 IST

      Chandigarh: UT to hire consultant to assess if city can cope with vertical growth

      The move comes a week after the administration unveiled sweeping amendments that would fundamentally alter the city’s development model. (HT File)
      chandigarh news
      Updated on May 31, 2026 24:50 IST

      Chandigarh: Tribune flyover extension plan put in motion even as Ph-1 in limbo

      The phased rollout will effectively mark a return to the original concept, albeit in smaller, more manageable segments. (HT File)
      chandigarh news
      Updated on May 27, 2026 23:18 IST

      Chandigarh’s mixed land use plan to reshape key infra, experts raise concern over congestion

      At the center of the proposal is the transformation of the Vikas Marg corridor, where large reserved belts on both sides are set to be opened up. (HT File)
      chandigarh news
      Updated on May 25, 2026 23:32 IST

      Architects flag infra challenges in Chandigarh administration’s push for high-rises

      This sequencing – planning density before assessing capacity – has triggered concern among urban planners. (HT File)
      chandigarh news
      Updated on May 24, 2026 24:50 IST

      Camera traps find leopard presence in Sukhna Wildlife Sanctuary

      WILD REVEAL: The images, captured during a week-long biodiversity survey conducted from November 20 to 27, 2025, show two adult male leopards moving through the dense forest patches of Sukhna. (SOURCED)
      chandigarh news
      Updated on May 23, 2026 02:54 IST

      Chandigarh plans first high-rise housing in Phase 3, periphery to absorb demand

      UT administrator Gulab Chand Kataria has approved the draft for public feedback, with residents, developers and institutions invited to submit objections and suggestions within 21 days. (HT File)
      chandigarh news
      Updated on May 23, 2026 02:50 IST

      Chandigarh admn mulls raising FAR for staff housing on industrial plots

      Officials clarified that the proposal does not amount to permitting conversion of industrial plots into residential or commercial properties. (HT File)
      chandigarh news
      Updated on May 19, 2026 21:40 IST

      Chandigarh: Audit flags lapses in estate office, ₹13 crore Motor Market dues unpaid

      Auditors noted that no concrete efforts to recover the pending amount were communicated, indicating a serious lapse in enforcement. (HT File)
      chandigarh news
      Updated on May 19, 2026 01:20 IST

      Chandigarh admn to turn land reclaimed from Colony 4 into urban forest

      Plans accessed by HT suggest that the site will have walking trails, cycle tracks, elevated pathways, and dedicated bird habitats, making it a multifunctional green space. (HT Photo)
      chandigarh news
      Updated on May 15, 2026 02:48 IST
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