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Chandigarh admn puts foot down, tells furniture market traders to vacate land in 2 weeks

Established in 1985, the unauthorised furniture market, comprising 116 shops, is illegally occupying approximately 15 acres of agricultural land in Sectors 53 and 54, Chandigarh. (Keshav Singh/HT)

Updated on Jan 10, 2025, 8:52 AM IST

Chandigarh: Old Mehfil Hotel building collapses in Sector 17

The building that collapsed in Sector 17, Chandigarh, on Monday morning. No one was injured as the area had been cordoned off for the past week after cracks were detected in three load-bearing pillars. (Ravi Kumar/HT)

Updated on Jan 6, 2025, 11:29 AM IST

School timings revised in Chandigarh as weather remains cold

As per the revised timings, physical classes for students of grade 9 to 12 in Chandigarh will start only after 9:30 am and conclude by 3:30 pm. (Ravi Kumar/HT)

Updated on Jan 5, 2025, 8:20 PM IST

UT power staff seek stay against administration’s decision

The petition has been filed by UT Powermen Union challenging the administration’s orders. (HT file)

Updated on Dec 25, 2024, 9:10 AM IST

Diljit Dosanjh’s concert breached noise limits: UT administration to HC

Taking the report on record, the hearing was deferred to January by the bench of chief justice Sheel Nagu and justice Anil Kshetarpal, observing that since there is no urgency, the matter would now be taken up next month. (HT File photo)

Updated on Dec 19, 2024, 9:38 AM IST

Delay in construction of verandah outside CJ court: HC contempt notice to chief engineer CB Ojha

Currently, the verandah exists only in front of the court building from number 2 to 9. The need for a verandah was felt as the open space outside the court inconveniences visitors, especially during rains. (HT FILE)

Updated on Dec 19, 2024, 9:10 AM IST

Exorbitant security deposits keeping group home for mentally disabled out of reach

Despite the building being completed months ago, no admissions have begun, leaving desperate families frustrated and concerned about the future of the project, which has already missed several deadlines. (HT Photo)

Updated on Dec 18, 2024, 5:00 AM IST

Chandigarh 2nd best in country in energy conservation

Chandigarh chief engineer CB Ojha (second from left) receiving the award at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi, on Saturday. (HT Photo)

Updated on Dec 15, 2024, 8:28 AM IST

New staff postings for Chandigarh colleges

Renu Verma, a retired associate professor, has been appointed to fine arts department at GCE-20. Similarly, Sangeeta Bansal, who also retired as associate professor, will join clothing and textiles department at Government Home Science College, Sector 10, Chandigarh. (HT Photo)

Updated on Dec 11, 2024, 8:40 AM IST

Chandigarh administration reconstitutes Police Complaints Authority

The PCA serves as an independent body to address the complaints and allegations of “serious misconduct” and abuse of power against police personnel . (HT File photo)

Updated on Dec 10, 2024, 9:54 AM IST

Chandigarh: HC orders verandah construction outside chief justice’s court

As the HC building is part of the Capitol Complex, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, an approval is required from ASI that will further approach the UNESCO World Heritage Committee. (HT File)

Updated on Dec 6, 2024, 8:01 PM IST

SC notice to Punjab govt, UT over Sukhna Wildlife Sanctuary

As per Supreme Court directives, permanent structures cannot be constructed within an eco-sensitive zone for any purpose. (HT File)

Updated on Nov 27, 2024, 7:14 AM IST

Implement code to prevent age fraud in sports events, HC tells Chandigarh admn

The issue was brought before the court by a Panchkula-based player, seeking directions that UT adopt the TW3 method for determination of age in the Administrator’s Challenge Cup All-India Football Tournament, which is currently underway, as mandated by the central government. (Adobe Stock image)

Updated on Nov 23, 2024, 8:36 AM IST

2008 Employees’ Housing Scheme: Chandigarh admn challenges HC order in top court

A senior Chandigarh administration official said, “We have approached the Supreme Court. We are hopeful that the case will be listed in the next few days. CHB, the nodal agency for the project, had also filed a petition in the Supreme Court, which is awaiting listing.” (HT Photo)

Updated on Nov 20, 2024, 8:18 AM IST

Solar panel installation: Won’t effect resumption of properties: Chandigarh to HC

Detailed order of the proceedings is awaited. (HT File)

Updated on Nov 13, 2024, 9:02 AM IST

2008 Employees’ Housing Scheme: Chandigarh admn’s delay in approaching SC leaves employees in limbo

Employees allege it is a tactic to further prolong the resolution, causing them unnecessary distress. (HT Photo)

Updated on Nov 6, 2024, 8:00 AM IST

Chandigarh admn-IAF deadlock keeping heritage centre’s Phase 2 from taking off

The Chandigarh administration had written to Indian Air Force to take responsibility of maintaining Phase 2, but has not received a response. (HT File photo)

Updated on Nov 2, 2024, 8:40 AM IST

Northern Zonal Council meet: Punjab, Haryana raise concerns about rising count of UT-cadre officials in admn

Punjab and Haryana raised concerns about the increasing number of UT cadre officials and decreasing count of Haryana Civil Services (HCS) and Punjab Civil Services (PCS) officials in Chandigarh administration, during the 21st standing committee meeting of the Northern Zonal Council held here on Friday. (HT File)

Updated on Oct 26, 2024, 9:46 AM IST

Chandigarh to launch 8-day drive for beggar-free city from Oct 21

This campaign focuses not only on addressing the visible issue of begging and child labour but also on fostering a deeper understanding of the challenges faced by those in need. (HT File)

Published on Oct 19, 2024, 8:13 AM IST

‘Suggestion box’ to address critical issues in Chandigarh’s govt schools

The suggestion boxes will be prominently displayed in accessible locations, such as the main office or library, ensuring anonymity for users. (HT File)

Updated on Oct 19, 2024, 9:40 AM IST

Chandigarh: Cash-strapped MC puts road repairs on hold

The civic body maintains 2,000 km roads throughout Chandigarh, of which it had planned to repair 270 km of roads this fiscal at a cost of <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>54 crore. (HT Photo)

Updated on Oct 17, 2024, 9:12 AM IST

Prerna Puri is new Chandigarh education secretary

Prerna Puri is a 2006-batch AGMUT-cadre IAS officer. (HT)

Published on Oct 16, 2024, 9:54 PM IST

Solar plant installation: Deadline relaxation only if application already in, says Chandigarh DC

Applications for solar plants can be submitted via the “pmsuryaghar.gov.in” portal. (Getty Images/iStockphoto)

Updated on Oct 10, 2024, 8:46 AM IST

Audit shows gaps in DBT scheme of Chandigarh food supply dept

RK Garg, who obtained the report under the RTI Act, said the Chandigarh administration should establish a mechanism to monitor responses to the audit objections. (HT)

Updated on Oct 9, 2024, 9:06 AM IST

Chandigarh admn hikes minimum wages

This revision of minimum wages will benefit thousands of workers working in factories and shops in Chandigarh. (HT File)

Updated on Oct 5, 2024, 9:28 AM IST

HC seeks Chandigarh admn’s reply on PIL regarding group home for mentally ill

The plea says Chandigarh has approved levy of <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>20 lakh as security deposit from all the residents without any discussion with the stakeholders. (HT Photo)

Updated on Oct 4, 2024, 10:16 AM IST

Diwali cheer for startups as Chandigarh admn’s policy likely by month end

After incorporating some suggestions by the administrator, the Chandigarh administration is expected to notify the policy by October-end. (Getty Images/iStockphoto)

Updated on Oct 4, 2024, 9:34 AM IST

Diagnosed Chandigarh’s issues in first 100 days as MP, says Manish Tewari

Manish Tewari said his endeavour will be to find a resolution and work towards fulfilling the promises his party had made in its poll manifesto. (HT File)

Updated on Oct 3, 2024, 10:02 AM IST

Holistic development plan: Punjab and Haryana HC seeks fresh proposal from Chandigarh on traffic management

The court was hearing a 2023 public interest litigation (PIL) filed by Vinod Dhaterwal, an office-bearer of the high court employees’ association. During the hearing, the court observed that Chandigarh should consider widening the existing entry and exit roads as well as the proposed slip roads, so as to ease the congestion of traffic between peak morning and evening hours. (HT Photo)

Updated on Sep 25, 2024, 9:26 AM IST

High court development plan not stalled by city’s heritage panel, says Chandigarh admn

The submissions were made during hearing of a 2023 public interest litigation (PIL) filed by Vinod Dhaterwal, an office-bearer of the high court employees’ association, demanding infrastructure development of the HC complex in the wake of increasing traffic congestion and space crunch. (HT)

Updated on Sep 8, 2024, 7:52 AM IST

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