Chandigarh: News
Heavy to very heavy rainfall in 9+ states; check list
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for heavy to very heavy rainfall in several states on July 2.
Several Surat areas flooded after heavy rain; downpour to continue
Several areas in Surat, Gujarat, have been flooded due to continuous rainfall in the region, news agency ANI reported.
'Son of Sardaar 2' poster: Ajay goes full action mode
Bollywood actor Ajay Devgn has unveiled his first look from the upcoming film Son of Sardaar 2. The sequel to the 2012 hit Son of Sardaar, it will be released on July 25, 2025.
Delhi records hottest day of season; heatwave conditions to continue
Delhi has been experiencing scorching temperatures, crossing the 40-degree Celsius mark and even reaching over 43 degrees Celsius in several areas.
IMD issues rainfall alert for 11 states till June 5
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for 11 states and union territories, including Punjab, Uttar Pradesh, and Assam.
Video: IndiGo flight hit by turbulence, pilot aborts Delhi landing
An IndiGo flight from Raipur to Delhi was forced to abort its landing due to a dust storm on Sunday evening.
Punjab and Haryana High Court receives bomb threat; work suspended
The Punjab and Haryana High Court in Chandigarh was evacuated on Thursday after a bomb threat was received.
32 Indian airports shut during India-Pakistan conflict reopen; check list
After a ceasefire was reached between India and Pakistan, 32 airports in India that were closed during the conflict have been reopened.
First peaceful night along LoC in 19 days, says Army
After India and Pakistan reached a ceasefire on Saturday evening, the night of May 11 was the first completely peaceful night in Jammu and Kashmir, along the Line of Control, as well as in other places along the International Border.
Light rain expected in Delhi, Chandigarh to see lightning, thunderstorms
Delhi witnessed a brief but intense spell of rain on Saturday afternoon, along with thunderstorms and lightning.
Chandigarh bans hoarding of essential commodities amid India-Pakistan tensions
Chandigarh has banned hoarding of essential commodities, including rice, wheat, sugar, and fuel.
Chandigarh receives air warning for possible drone attack; sirens sounded
Air sirens went off in Chandigarh on Friday morning after the local Air Force Station issued a warning about a possible aerial strike from Pakistan.
Punjab CM invites farmers for 'respectful dialogue' on May 4
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann has extended an olive branch to the state's farmers.
Nawazuddin, Hansal, Randeep, Boman, to attend Chandigarh's Cinevesture film festival
The second edition of the Cinevesture International Film Festival will begin on Thursday in the City of Beauty—Chandigarh. The four-day event will host screenings of Indian and International films. A host of sessions will also be conducted, with big Bollywood filmmakers and actors.
Dog's severed head found in momo factory fridge in Mohali
A severed head of a dog was found inside a fridge during a recent raid at a fast-food factory in Mattaur, Mohali in Punjab.
Lord Shiva petitions court to unlock temple gates; it obliges
The Punjab and Haryana High Court has ordered the temporary unsealing of Prachin Shiv Mandir's main gates in Chandigarh following a petition by Lord Shiva.
Canada's biggest gold heist suspect traced to Chandigarh
Simran Preet Panesar, a 31-year-old former Air Canada manager, is wanted for allegedly stealing over 22 million Canadian dollars (₹13.3 crore) worth of gold bars and foreign currency.
Dense fog disrupts Delhi-NCR, 41 trains delayed
Dense fog enveloped Delhi-NCR on Sunday morning, causing major disruptions in train timings. Over 41 trains were delayed due to the weather, with some running over three hours late.
Centre to hold talks with protesting farmers on February 14
The Indian government has called protesting farmers from Punjab for a meeting on February 14 in Chandigarh, a senior official of the Union government said on Saturday evening.
'Complete harassment': Kangana reacts to 'Emergency' ban in Punjab
Kangana Ranaut's latest film Emergency has been mired in controversy after Sikh organizations accused the actor-director of misrepresenting facts.
Scuffle breaks out between Congress, AAP, BJP councilors in Chandigarh
A scuffle broke out at the Chandigarh Municipal Corporation meeting on Tuesday between councilors of the Congress, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
No drug, alcohol songs at Mumbai concert: Dosanjh gets warning
Ahead of his much-anticipated performance in Mumbai on Thursday, Punjabi singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh has been served a notice by the Maharashtra government.
Rajouri: 8 children die in 9 days from 'mystery' disease
A mysterious illness has taken the lives of eight children in the Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir.
Diljit's Chandigarh concert organizers fined ₹25,000 for 'creating mess'
The organizers of Punjabi singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh's recent concert in Chandigarh have been fined ₹25,000 by the city's municipal corporation (MC).
Diljit Dosanjh won't perform in India until this improves
Renowned Punjabi singer and actor Diljit Dosanjh has announced he won't perform in India until the country develops adequate concert infrastructure.
After Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, Diljit can't sing 'alcohol songs' in Chandigarh
Punjabi singer and actor Diljit Dosanjh has been advised by the Chandigarh Child Rights Commission to not sing songs that reference alcohol and violence at his upcoming concert in the city.
India-born Harmeet Dhillon nominated by Trump for role at DoJ
United States President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Indian-American lawyer Harmeet K Dhillon for the post of Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights at the Department of Justice.
Grammy-winner Afrojack to perform in India in January 2025
Grammy Award-winning DJ Afrojack will be returning to India for two performances in January 2025.
Cinevesture International Film Festival announces 2nd edition
The Cinevesture International Film Festival (CIFF) will return for its second edition from March 20-23, 2025, in Chandigarh. The festival will also launch its rebranded market component, CineV-CHD.
NSG to be stationed in Jammu amid rising terror attacks
In the wake of rising terror attacks, a special task force of the National Security Guard (NSG) will be permanently stationed in Jammu, sources reveal.
Blast outside Badshah's Chandigarh club, windows broken: Report
In a shocking incident, two powerful blasts were reported at Seville Bar & Lounge in Sector 26 of Chandigarh on Tuesday morning. The club is owned by renowned singer and rapper Badshah.
Which cities are the most polluted in India today
Delhi and Patna emerged as the most polluted cities in India on Sunday.
Riddhima defends brother Ranbir Kapoor against 'misogynist' label
Riddhima Kapoor Sahni, who recently appeared on the reality show Fabulous Lives vs Bollywood Wives, has come to the defense of her brother, actor Ranbir Kapoor.
Delhi air remains toxic, trains delayed, schools go online
Delhi continues to battle a severe air pollution crisis as the Air Quality Index (AQI) nearly touched 500 on Tuesday morning.
'Brownprint Tour': AP Dhillon to pay respect to Sidhu Moosewala
AP Dhillon will be embarking on his second India tour, after his successful 2021 debut tour. Now, reports suggest, the tour will also feature a special tribute to the late Punjabi singer Sidhu Moosewala.
Diljit Dosanjh banned from singing these tracks at Hyderabad concert
Ahead of Punjabi singer and actor Diljit Dosanjh's concert in Hyderabad on Friday, the Telangana government has served a notice to the organizers.
Delhi shrouded in smog for 2nd day, AQI at 432
Delhi woke up to a second consecutive day of severe air pollution on Thursday.
'Never thought he would...': Cop who 1st arrested Lawrence Bishnoi
Lawrence Bishnoi, the alleged mastermind behind the killings of former Maharashtra minister Baba Siddique and Punjabi singer-politician Sidhu Moose Wala, was first arrested 13 years ago.
Lahore's AQI hits 1900, Pakistan blames India for pollution
Pakistan's second-largest city Lahore recorded an alarming Air Quality Index (AQI) of 1,900 on Saturday.
Gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, aides acquitted in 13-year-old firing case
A district court has acquitted gangster Lawrence Bishnoi and his two accomplices, Navpreet Singh and Tarsem Singh, in a 13-year-old firing case.
Babita Phogat reveals family only received ₹1cr for ₹2,000cr-grosser 'Dangal'
Babita Phogat, the real-life inspiration for blockbuster Dangal, has revealed she and her family were paid a paltry ₹1cr for their story rights by the film's producers.
Punjab government approves prosecution of Ram Rahim in sacrilege cases
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has authorized the prosecution of Dera Sacha Sauda chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh in connection with the 2015 sacrilege cases, following the Supreme Court's decision to lift the stay previously imposed by the Punjab and Haryana High Court.
Amazon India penalized for selling hacked phone to customer
The District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission has ordered Amazon Retail India to refund a woman ₹40,325, for selling her a compromised smartphone.
Stubble burning: Legal action can be taken against lax officials
The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has empowered district magistrates to take legal action against officials who do not implement stubble burning restrictions.
AP Dhillon announces 3-city India tour in December
Renowned Punjabi singer-rapper AP Dhillon has finally announced his return to India with a tour.
Court issues notice to Kangana over 'Emergency' movie complaint
A local court in Chandigarh has issued a notice to Bollywood actor-producer and Mandi MP, Kangana Ranaut, directing her to appear in court on December 5.
Punjab farmers on 5-day protest to march toward Assembly today
Farmers from the Bharti Kisan Union (Ugrahan) and the Punjab Khet Mazdoor Union launched a five-day protest on Sunday, urging the Punjab government to implement an agriculture policy and address other demands.
'Vedaa' box office collection falls further on Day 6
The much-anticipated Bollywood movie, Vedaa, has recorded a low box office collection on its sixth day of release.
IRS officer shot dead in Chandigarh court by ex-cop father-in-law
An Indian Revenue Service (IRS) officer, Harprit Singh, was shot dead in the district court complex in Sector 43, Chandigarh, on Saturday afternoon.
BJP leader proposes 'NaMo Nagar' cities to boost Indian economy
Dr Bhim Singh, a Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Member of Parliament (MP), has proposed the establishment of high-tech cities, dubbed "NaMo Nagar," in each state.
'Red alert' in these states: What's behind India's widespread rainfall
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Friday issued a red alert for extremely heavy rainfall in several states.
Heavy rainfall causes traffic disruptions in Delhi
Heavy showers during the morning and afternoon hours disrupted traffic in Delhi on Thursday.
'Jatt & Juliet 3' scores big despite stiff competition
The romantic-comedy Jatt & Juliet 3, featuring Diljit Dosanjh and Neeru Bajwa, has made a significant impact at the box office, raking in ₹16.75 crore within four days of its release in India.
Box office: 'Jatt & Juliet 3' is here to rule
The Punjabi film Jatt & Juliet 3 has demonstrated a strong performance at the box office on its second day of release.
Day 31 box office collection of 'Srikanth' reaches ₹47cr
The film Srikanth has shown a strong performance at the box office, accumulating an estimated ₹46.45cr India nett in its first 30 days.
Slap row: Kangana Ranaut thunders against CISF constable's supporters
Newly-elected MP and Bollywood actor, Kangana Ranaut, has responded to supporters of the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) constable Kulwinder Kaur, who recently slapped her at Chandigarh airport.
CISF constable who slapped Kangana Ranaut arrested
The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) constable who allegedly slapped newly-elected Mandi MP, Kangana Ranaut, at Chandigarh airport on Thursday has now been arrested.
Kangana Ranaut allegedly slapped by CISF official at Chandigarh airport
Bollywood actor and newly elected Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP from Himachal Pradesh's Mandi, Kangana Ranaut, has claimed that she was slapped by a Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) constable at Chandigarh Airport.
BJP wins senior deputy mayor, deputy mayor posts in Chandigarh
After an embarrassing defeat in the Chandigarh mayoral election, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) won the posts of senior deputy mayor and deputy mayor in the repoll held on Monday.
AAP candidate 'validly elected' mayor: SC on Chandigarh mayoral polls
In a big win for the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), the Supreme Court on Tuesday declared its candidate Kuldeep Kumar as the "validly elected" mayor of Chandigarh.
Chandigarh poll officer must be prosecuted: SC on vote-count row
The Supreme Court has ordered the production of ballot papers and the video recording of the counting of votes in the Chandigarh mayoral polls by 2:00pm on Tuesday.
'Murder of democracy': SC on Chandigarh mayoral election row
The Supreme Court on Monday pulled up the presiding officer of the Chandigarh mayoral elections.
President Murmu nominates educationist Satnam Singh Sandhu to Rajya Sabha
President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday nominated educationist, agriculturist, and philanthropist Satnam Singh Sandhu to the Rajya Sabha.
Chandigarh: BJP wins mayor's post, beats AAP-Congress
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) scored a win in the Chandigarh mayoral elections, as Manoj Sonkar defeated Aam Aadmi Party's (AAP) Kuldeep Kumar, PTI reported.
Man arrested for impersonating girlfriend in recruitment exam
A man in Faridkot district of Punjab was caught red-handed attempting to impersonate his girlfriend during a government recruitment examination for health workers, police has said.
Delhi: Dense fog returns, zero visibility affects flight, train operations
Dense fog returned to several places in North India, including the national capital, Delhi, on Sunday, causing zero visibility.
Dazzling dances and bonfires: Top destinations for Lohri celebrations
Lohri, the vibrant and exuberant harvest festival celebrated primarily in North India, is a time of joy, warmth, and communal harmony.