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BJP Leader Says Met Badoli, Mittal in Kasauli Hotel

Sonepat-based Bharatiya Janata party leader Amit Bindal, a witness in the gangrape case involving BJP state chief Mohan Lal Badoli and singer Rocky Mittal, on Thursday claimed that he, along with the complainant, had met the duo at a hotel in Himachal Pradesh's Kasauli in 2023.

Mohali court denies bail to former DSP Gursher Sandhu

A local court on Wednesday dismissed the bail plea of former deputy superintendent of police (DSP) Gursher Singh Sandhu who was booked in October last year for forgery and graft after allegedly misusing his position to gain monetary benefits in land deals in Mohali.

K'taka HC Allows Lokayukta Cops to Continue Probe into Muda Case

The Karnataka high court on Wednesday allowed the state's Lokayukta police to continue their probe against chief minister Siddaramaiah and others in connection with the alleged Mysuru Urban Development Authority (Muda) site allocation irregularities.

Ton-up Mandhana, Rawal help India sweep series

Smriti Mandhana didn't just step up as skipper in Harmanpreet Kaur's absence; she also produced a flurry of shots to eclipse the latter's record for the fastest century in women's ODIs against Ireland in Rajkot on Wednesday.

Two associates of Bishnoi-Brar gang held after shootout

ONE OF THE ACCUSED OPENED FIRE AT COPS, PROMPTING RETALIATION DURING WHICH HE WAS INJURED, THE POLICE SAID

Allegations against Badoli 'very serious, high command will take note', says Anil Vij

Allegations against Badoli ‘very serious, high command will take note’, says Anil Vij

Prelim probe pins blame on MC, owners

Owners never obtained building plan approval, MC officials failed to enforce regulations, finds initial probe by SDM

Bill to take charge of India's digital destiny

India's draft DPDP rules are a declaration of intent - that power must rest with its people, not corporations. Some practical and structural challenges need to be ironed out, though

Israel, Hamas Agree Deal for Gaza Truce, Hostage Release

Israel and Hamas have reached a deal for a ceasefire in Gaza and a hostage release following meetings in Doha on Wednesday, a source briefed on the talks told AFP.

Top leaders across parties file papers on big nomination day

The last day for filing nominations for the polls is January 17.

Allegations Against Badoli 'Very Serious, High Command Will Take Note', Says Anil Vij

Terming the gangrape charges against Haryana BJP president Mohan Lal Badoli \"very serious\", state energy minister Anil Vij on Wednesday said he is confident that the party high command will take cognisance of the matter.

Malhotra Retains Post as UT BJP President

Jatinder Pal Malhotra, 60, was re-elected as president of the Bharatiya Janata Party's Chandigarh unit for another three years after no other nominations were filed for the post on Wednesday.

Russian Roulette for Indian Jobseekers

Russia said it stopped recruiting Indian nationals into its armed forces in April 2024, and yet young Indian men are still being killed or injured on the frontlines of the war in Ukraine, the latest casualties being two residents of Kerala.

The Muslim Husband's Right to Judicial Divorce

The Concern and Wisdom Behind the Gwalior Ruling Deserves Appreciation, But Some Critics Have Seen in It an Attempt to Turn a Procedural Provision into Substantive Law

5% Salary Hike for Outsourced Workers

The Punbus and PRTC management have announced a 5% salary increase for outsourced workers, including drivers, conductors, and workshop staff, who have completed one year of service as of November 1, 2024.

Chandigarh mayor writes to DC again to defer mayoral polls

REQUESTS THAT ELECTIONS BE CONDUCTED AFTER FEB 19 TO ALLOW COMPLETION OF MAYOR'S ONE-YEAR TERM

Ease-of-doing biz: Haryana to do away with 1,500 conditions

The Haryana government has decided to reduce 1,500 burdensome compliances and de-criminalise 50 provisions under various laws and rules, by December 2025 to facilitate ease-of-doing business.

Cleaner construction is better pollution control

Many Indian cities have been grappling with polluted air. When the air quality index (AQI) deteriorates, under the Graded Action Response Plan (GRAP), a host of measures come into effect depending on the level of pollution.

Shoe distribution: Complaint filed against Verma over 'MCC breach'

The Delhi Police filed a non-cognisable report after a complaint against Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Parvesh Verma for allegedly distributing shoes to voters near Valmiki Temple in Lutyens' Delhi on Wednesday, ahead of the assembly polls, officials said.

Garbage stink lingers in Mohali despite HC snub

Even 6 months after HC's criticism, many sectors still remain littered with trash

Modi Shares Insights on Politics with MLAs

Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to 220 legislators from Maharashtra's ruling Mahayuti on Wednesday in south Mumbai, advising them to chalk out a long-term plan, not ignore voters who didn't choose them and live up to the expectations of the electorate.

'Overweight' out of India's guidelines, is replaced by 'obesity'

THE GUIDELINES ARE IN STEP WITH A LANCET REPORT THAT EMPHASISED ABDOMINAL FAT DISTRIBUTION

Railways May See Best Operating Ratio in 5 Yrs

The Union budget may peg Indian Railways' operating ratio at the best in five years in FY26 on higher freight revenue and increased central funds, two people aware of the matter said.

No patience to start as a newcomer: Shilpa on why she won't try for H'wood

Actor Shilpa Shetty Kundra has been back in India for a while now, having celebrated Lohri and Makar Sankranti with her family earlier this week.

Panel Suggests 'Action' on Individual in US Plot Case

Top committee submits report

Coaching rules in tennis find a 'pod', positioning at the Australian Open

Nishesh Basavareddy thought it was pretty crazy. Not just that he was sharing the Rod Laver Arena with his idol Novak Djokovic, but also that on numerous occasions when he went to fetch his towel between points, seated almost at an arm's length to him was Andy Murray.

CGA To Organise Silver Jubilee Cup From Jan 16

The Chandigarh Golf Association (CGA) will kick-start celebrations to commemorate its 25 years of inception by holding a silver jubilee golf cup from Thursday.

Delhi Court Denies Bail to Naresh Balyan in MCOCA Case

A Delhi court on Wednesday denied bail to Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) legislator Naresh Balyan in a case filed under the stringent Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA).

17-yr-old killed after being abducted; 1 held, 10 absconding

A man was arrested and 10 more are on the run for allegedly murdering a 17-year-old boy after abducting him from his home in Devi Lal Colony in Sector 9 over gang rivalry, police said on Wednesday.

Expert Meet Addresses UT's Traffic Challenges

In an effort to reduce fatalities and traffic congestion, enhance road safety, and address traffic-related challenges, Chandigarh traffic police had organised a road safety dialogue-cum-workshop on Wednesday, bringing together experts and key stakeholders from various departments of UT administration.