As the UT administration proposes a midnight entry cut-off and 1 am closure, the City Beautiful’s late-night culture faces scrutiny amid concerns over drugs and disorder Chandigarh, September 27 For a city that likes to sleep late, 1 am could soon become an unexpectedly early bedtime. The proposed curbs on nightclub timings have put Chandigarh’s […]
Read More
Warring demands FIR, arrest over electoral process concerns Chandigarh, September 25 The Punjab Congress staged a protest march in Chandigarh on Friday, demanding the removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, registration of an FIR against him, and his arrest over issues related to the electoral process and voter lists. Led by Punjab Congress president […]
Read More
Farmers discuss crop diversification, technology and resource efficiency Chandigarh, September 25 The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) organised the fifth CII Northern Region Innovative Farmers Meet in Sangrur on Friday, bringing farmers, industry representatives, agricultural experts and government stakeholders together to discuss crop diversification, technology adoption and sustainable farm practices aimed at improving productivity and […]
Read More
The institute has filed over 45 patents and supported more than 40 start-ups through i-RISE. Chandigarh, September 24 The Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Mohali will celebrate its 20th Foundation Day on September 27, announcing new initiatives in research, innovation, entrepreneurship and student support. Addressing a press conference at the Chandigarh Press […]
Read More
Summit focuses on skills, vocational learning, technology, teacher development Chandigarh, September 23 The CII Chandigarh Education Summit 2026 brought government, education and industry stakeholders together in Chandigarh on Wednesday to discuss ways to strengthen school education and align it with skills and workforce needs. Haryana Cabinet Minister for School and Higher Education Mahipal Dhanda said […]
Read More
Rs 5.5 crore scholarship scheme announced for needy students Chandigarh, September 23 NIIB provided free, skill-based professional education to around 1,500 flood-affected girl students and announced a Rs 5.5-crore scholarship scheme for needy, economically weaker students at its 15th annual convocation held in Chandigarh on September 23. The initiative aimed to support employment and self-employment […]
Read More
Rotary Club programme highlights justice, equality, dignity and mutual respect Chandigarh, September 23 A World Peace Day programme held at the Rotary Club, Sector 18, Chandigarh, highlighted justice, equality, dignity and mutual respect as essential to building a culture of peace. World Peace Day is observed every year on September 21. Sanyam Yadav, a youngster […]
Read More
Dealers urge Centre to keep fuel outlets outside new MDR framework for payments above ₹2,000; dealers cite thin margins Chandigarh, September 22 Petrol pump dealers across Punjab have been saying they would stop accepting UPI payments above Rs 2,000, opposing the new merchant discount rate (MDR) framework and seeking exemption for fuel outlets. According to […]
Read More
Dealers seek 7-day allotment, basic facilities and uniform enforcement Chandigarh, September 21 Used-car dealers in Chandigarh have raised concerns over repeated challans at the authorized car bazaar on Sundays despite paying around Rs 5 lakh in weekly license fees, and have sought a permanent seven-day allotment of the designated site. Talking to The North News, […]
Read More
More than 40 club members and families participate in meet Chandigarh, September 21 Aman Sharma and Sameer Sharma won gold in their respective categories at the Chandigarh Press Club’s Annual Swimming Meet held on Sunday, with more than 40 club members and their families participating in the competition. Aman Sharma finished first in the 25m […]
Read More
