Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a big development program in Jammu and Kashmir today, signalling a watershed point in the region’s growth. The Prime Minister laid the groundwork and inaugurated 84 key projects worth over Rs 1,500 crore. These projects cover critical areas such as road infrastructure, water supply schemes, and higher education facilities, according […]
The sudden announcement of the cancellation of the June 18, 2024, UGC-NET exam by the Ministry of Education has brought utter stress to 9 lakh prospective candidates. The government cites a possible breach in the exam’s integrity. This is a blow to ambitious professors and researchers in India. This exam determines academic staff recruitment in […]
The T20 World Cup roared back to life on June 19th with a captivating clash in the Super 8 stage. The Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in Antigua played host to a spirited battle between South Africa and the co-hosts, USA. South Africa’s dominating batting performance helped them clinch a decisive victory over a determined USA […]
Surprisingly, Chandigarh’s municipal corporation has taken back its plan to lease out 32 acres of farmland on the outskirts of the Union Territory for commercial purposes. This comes after the withdrawal of Congress and (AAP) members` support for the idea. The proposal, which aimed to lease land in four villages—Chahar Taraf Burail, Khuda Lahora, Khuda […]
According to diplomatic sources, more than 550 pilgrims were reported dead during this year’s Hajj trip in Mecca. The blazing heat, which reached a remarkable 51.8 degrees Celsius (125 degrees Fahrenheit), is believed to be a key contributing cause in the majority of these deaths. Egyptian pilgrims were particularly affected, with at least 323 deaths […]
Chandigarh law enforcement has caught a multi-state crime network aimed at houses of Non-Resident Indians that are residing in Chandigarh and some nearby areas. This came to light when they investigated a case of illegal occupation involving conveniences and structures that were reported at Sector 36, thereby unveiling major connections as evidenced by the apprehension […]
During their final encounter of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 in Group C, West Indies’ batsmen showed off their batting prowess with a huge 104-run and recorded a win over Afghanistan at St Lucia’s Daren Sammy Cricket Ground. The Windies’ openers laid a good platform by batting first. However, the arrival of Nicholas […]
Controversies continue to cloud the NEET UG 2024 test, forcing the Supreme Court to call for prompt corrective actions on alleged anomalies towards the National Testing Agency (NTA). This was evident from a vacation bench hearing on June 18, 2024, before Justices Vikram Nath and SV Bhatti delivered scathing remarks. Court Demands Transparency and Accountability: […]
A harrowing medical emergency aboard an IndiGo flight (6E724) traveling from Goa to Chandigarh on June 16th was averted. The flight faced a sickness case that was terrifying, but a doctor and the flight crew were quick to react hence curing the patient. The incident took place 14,000, showcasing the importance of medical personnel onboard […]
The State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission in Chandigarh directed the insurer to compensate a city couple for fire damage they sustained over two decades ago. Mrs. Prem Vashisht and Mr. VK Vashisht faced issues with the insurance company after a fire broke out in their coal storage unit in February 2003. After the judgment, both […]