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Punjab hands over Jhota murder probe to CBI ahead of Amit Shah’s visit

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Published on Oct 20, 2026 05:30 IST
Anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh, alias Jhota, was fatally shot inside a medical store at a busy Mansa market on October 13 while broadcasting live on Facebook.He was known for raising his voice against the illegal sale of habit-forming pharmaceutical drugs. (HT file photo)

Under ‘AAPda regime’ in Punjab, those raising voices against drug menace not safe: Shah

Under ‘AAPda regime’ in Punjab, those raising voices against drug menace not safe: Shah
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Published on Oct 20, 2026 11:07 IST

Haryana power staff to go on strike over parallel licence to private firm

Employees will burn copies of the HERC ruling, which they labelled a “black order”, at various places in the state on Wednesday. This will be followed by a three-day strike from October 22 to 24.
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Published on Oct 20, 2026 08:05 IST

Amit Shah visits families of anti-drug victims in Punjab, promises CBI inquiry into Batala murder

Union home minister Amit Shah interacting with family members of Bikramjit Singh at Marhi Pannwan village near Sri Hargobindpur in the Batala sub-division of Gurdaspur district on Tuesday. Bikramjit was hacked to death last Thursday when he and two companions confronted alleged drug peddlers. (X)
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Published on Oct 20, 2026 10:46 IST

AAP questions Centre over action on pharma units supplying drugs to Punjab

Finance minister Harpal Cheema on Tuesday said the Punjab government was taking stringent action against drug traffickers, but the Centre continued to ignore the sources supplying synthetic and pharmaceutical drugs to the state. (HT file photo)
chandigarh news
Published on Oct 20, 2026 11:13 IST

Punjab Police constable shoots family before dying by suicide in Mansa

A 40-year-old Punjab Police constable and his minor son were killed, while his wife (37) and another son (17) were critically injured in a shooting at their house in Mansa on Tuesday morning, police said. (Representational photo)
chandigarh news
Published on Oct 20, 2026 08:56 IST

At 15°C, Chandigarh records coldest October night in three years

Two men cycle along the road near Sukhna Lake in Chandigarh on Monday. (Ravi Kumar/HT)
chandigarh news
Published on Oct 20, 2026 02:18 IST

Punjab eyes ₹2,000-cr private investment near dams, identifies 477 acres for eco-tourism hubs

Two weeks after approving the Ranjitgarh Development Authority (RDA) Bill, 2026, for the planned, sustainable and ecotourism-oriented development of the Ranjit Sagar Dam and Shahpur Kandi Dam areas, the Punjab government has identified 476.87 acres for tourism hubs and is looking to attract <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>2,000 crore in private investment.
chandigarh news
Published on Oct 20, 2026 02:25 IST

Haryana pushes for UNESCO World Heritage status for Rakhigarhi

An international conference is being held during the festival, bringing together scholars and experts to discuss archaeological evidence, recent discoveries and future research opportunities at Rakhigarhi. (HT File)
chandigarh news
Updated on Oct 20, 2026 05:54 IST

In absence of watchdog, RTI turns into paper tiger in Chandigarh

Designed to empower citizens to seek details on government budgets, expenditure, project status, and annual performance, the law is increasingly being reduced to a paper tiger. (HT File)
chandigarh news
Published on Oct 20, 2026 02:21 IST

Haryana: IT searches flag inflated healthcare claims, fake medicine bills

Officials said searches were carried out at Park Hospitals in Gurugram, Faridabad, Panipat, Sonepat, Karnal, Ambala and Panchkula (HT File)
chandigarh news
Published on Oct 20, 2026 02:24 IST

Punjab CM office graft charges: CBI questions Ghuman for second time

Punjab chief minister Bhagwant Mann’s officer on special duty (OSD) Rajbir Singh Ghuman on Monday appeared before the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) for the second time in connection with a case related to alleged corruption in the Chief Minister’s Office. (Ravi Kumar/HT)
chandigarh news
Published on Oct 20, 2026 02:25 IST

‘Can’t focus’: Students for noise control at Sector 34 fair; Chandigarh administration promises action

With a Dussehra fair near the library, competitive exam aspirants struggle to concentrate as loud music from affects reading rooms (HT File)
chandigarh news
Published on Oct 20, 2026 02:20 IST

Haryana BJP to launch ‘save democracy, end mob rule’ campaign from October 22

Chief minister Nayab Singh Saini, BJP state president Archana Gupta, members of Parliament, MLAs, and party office-bearers from the state to the booth level will participate in the campaign. (HT File)
chandigarh news
Published on Oct 20, 2026 02:23 IST

Sandhu steps down as Punjab Congress organisation general secretary

Sandhu confirmed that he had tendered his resignation but declined to comment on the reasons behind his decision. (HT)
chandigarh news
Published on Oct 20, 2026 02:26 IST

Retired Chandigarh PWD staffer jailed for four years in bribery case

Accused Fateh Singh has been convicted under Section 7 (bribery) and Section 13(1)(d), punishable under Section 13(2) (criminal misconduct by a public servant) of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988. (Shutterstock)
chandigarh news
Published on Oct 20, 2026 02:20 IST

Haryana : Maid, two aides drug family, decamp with gold, cash in Sirsa

Civil Lines police and a forensic team inspected the house on Monday and collected CCTV footage and flour samples for examination. (HT File)
chandigarh news
Published on Oct 20, 2026 02:23 IST

With 24 cases, Chandigarh dengue tally hits 5-year low

From 1,596 in 2021 to patients in double digits, UT sees steady decline. (HT File)
chandigarh news
Published on Oct 20, 2026 02:16 IST

NZ delegates meet Chandigarh mayor, explore co-operation possibilities

The interaction provided an opportunity to explore how the two cities could benefit from mutual learning, knowledge sharing and collaborative initiatives. (HT File)
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Published on Oct 20, 2026 02:17 IST

Tiger Shroff firing: 2 Sonepat youths among 3 held; Panipat gangster suspected mastermind

Two of the three suspects, who were arrested for firing on actor Tiger Shroff’s car at Juhu, Mumbai, on Sunday evening. They were presented during a press conference by superintendent of police (SP) Tejaswini Gautam in Kota on Monday hours after their arrest. (PTI Photo)
chandigarh news
Published on Oct 19, 2026 09:35 IST

Punjab CM video row: Ludhiana top cop Swapan Sharma questioned by ED

Ludhiana commissioner of police Swapan Sharma heading to appear before the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in Chandigarh on Monday. (HT Photo)
chandigarh news
Published on Oct 19, 2026 09:56 IST

Another Kashmir-bound bus targeted in stone-pelting incident within 24 hrs in Ludhiana

The windowpane of a bus being fixed after a stone struck it near Doraha in Ludhinaa district on Sunday night.
chandigarh news
Updated on Oct 20, 2026 01:57 IST

CAQM team reviews stubble management measures in Punjab

A high-level team of the Commission for Air Quality Management inspecting measures to curb farm fires. (HT)
chandigarh news
Published on Oct 18, 2026 02:16 IST

Chandigarh: Expect dry weather with rise in day temp this week

Residents during a morning walk amid a pleasant weather at Sukhna Lake on Sunday. (Keshav Singh/HT)
chandigarh news
Published on Oct 19, 2026 02:06 IST

Punjab: ‘Political angle’ not explained while denying clearance, says HC on Centre’s call

The petition was allowed on Friday and the chief minister left for his France tour on Saturday. (HT File)
chandigarh news
Published on Oct 18, 2026 02:07 IST

Himachal to appoint PGI, AIIMS PG graduates sans tests, interviews

The appointments will be made under the 33.33% quota reserved for direct candidates, as notified by the state government on 31 January, 2026.
chandigarh news
Published on Oct 18, 2026 17:30 IST

33L challaned in 5 yrs; 70% cases await disposal in Chandigarh

Top court recently asked states, UTs to freeze vehicle-related services for violators. (HT Photo)
chandigarh news
Published on Oct 19, 2026 02:04 IST

Punjab: AAP leader moves PMLA court over ED search at Chandigarh house

The allegations are yet to be examined by the court. (HT File)
chandigarh news
Published on Oct 18, 2026 02:07 IST

Himachal CM joins Kullu Dussehra celebrations in Canada virtually

Nati being performed during an event organised by Himachali Pravasi Global Association (HPGA) in Ottawa. (Sourced)
chandigarh news
Published on Oct 19, 2026 02:00 IST

Chandigarh: Decade later, PU revives shuttle plan with shift to e-buses, e-carts

It has sought financial assistance under corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives and Member of Parliament (MP) Local Area Development funds. (HT File)
chandigarh news
Published on Oct 19, 2026 02:06 IST
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