With Jalandhar and Mandi Gobindgarh recording an AQI of 336, Punjab’s pollution levels rise across…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated Diwali with security personnel at the CoBRA Operations Base at…
A cancer diagnosis can turn a family’s life upside down. Along with the emotional strain,…
From the glow of earthen diyas to the sacred chants of Lakshmi Puja, Diwali is…
Festivals may have found new ways to reach people in the digital age, but some…
As winter settles over Punjab, the charm of Kashmiri shawls returns to wardrobes, marketplaces and…
The International Lavi Fair 2026 will be held in Rampur, Himachal Pradesh, from November 11…
The lights have dimmed, the music has faded, the last guests have left and the…
BJP MLA and state media in-charge Randhir Sharma has demanded a white paper from Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on the utilisation of central disaster relief funds, alleging irregularities in expenditure and seeking an impartial investigation into their allocation and use. Addressing a press conference in Shimla, Sharma said the Centre had provided […]
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Hotel operators in Manali have strongly opposed the Himachal Pradesh Pollution Control Board’s substantial increase in consent fees for establishing and operating hotels, with the revised fee structure reportedly raising charges for smaller establishments by up to 150 per cent. The Hotelier Association Manali has demanded reconsideration of the decision, saying the increase would impose […]
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The Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC) has rejected allegations of irregularities in the PCS Mains 2025 results, maintaining that claims questioning the selection process stem from an incorrect interpretation of statistics. PPSC Chairman Retired Major General Vinayak Saini addressed a press conference to explain the centre-wise and classroom-wise selection figures, asserting that the examination and […]
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Several traders cater to bulk demand across the Tricity; buyers advised to check licences and authorised sale arrangements Mohali/Chandigarh: With demand for firecrackers rising ahead of the festive season, Kurali, near Mohali, has emerged as an important wholesale trading hub for fireworks, catering to buyers from Mohali, Chandigarh, Panchkula and adjoining areas. Several traders in […]
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The Himachal Road Transport Corporation (HRTC) on Friday announced special bus services from Delhi, Chandigarh and Baddi to Dharamshala, Kangra and Palampur to facilitate travel for passengers returning home for Diwali. Regional Manager of HRTC Dharamshala, Sahil Kapoor, said one Volvo and one ordinary bus would operate from Delhi to Dharamshala on November 6. Special […]
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Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Friday said the Supreme Court had delivered a favourable verdict for the state in its 15-year-old arrears dispute with the Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB), potentially opening the way for additional annual revenue of Rs 500 crore to Rs 1,000 crore. Addressing a gathering at Mehla in […]
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As homes glow with diyas, skies shimmer with fireworks and celebrations fill the air, there is another side to Diwali that often goes unnoticed — the silent suffering of animals who experience the festival very differently from us. Chandigarh: Diwali is a festival of light, joy and togetherness. Streets come alive with colourful decorations, balconies […]
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From the warm flicker of earthen diyas to the timeless charm of silver coins, the little details make Dhanteras a celebration of faith, abundance and auspicious beginnings. Chandigarh: As the festive season gathers momentum, Dhanteras arrives with its familiar sparkle of gold, silver and cherished traditions. Celebrated as an auspicious occasion to welcome prosperity, good […]
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India celebrated another Asian Champions Trophy triumph on Thursday defeating Japan 4-1 in the final at the Balbir Singh Senior International Hockey Stadium in Mohali. A packed stadium erupted in celebration as thousands of spectators cheered the home team to victory. The win allowed India to retain the title and brought the curtain down on […]
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