Safety measures were ignored
Chandigarh, March 31
The tragedy could have averted had proper safety measures been taken at the construction site.
4 die in wall collapse at mall site
Chandigarh, March 31
Four labourers were killed and seven critically injured after a 20-feet wall at a mall under construction in Industrial Area’s Phase 1 caved in here this evening.
Police and fire brigade personnel clear the debris at the site of the wall cave-in at Industrial Area in Chandigarh on Thursday. Tribune photo: Vinay Malik
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UFO crashlands in fields near city
Chandigarh, March 31
In a startling development an unidentified flying object said to be carrying “aliens” crash landed near Zirakpur in the early hours of Friday morning. Estimated to be the size of five cargo ships, this elliptical object that emitted an “intense white light encircled the fields before it went down with a thud.
The UFO just before it crashlanded in the fields, clicked by Maninder Singh, a farmer, from his mobile phone.
India-Pak encounter
VVIPs, stars leave a mark at PCA Stadium
Visitor’s book logs most illustrious guest list thus far
Mohali, March 31
The PCA Stadium has never had it so good. And it is now permanently etched on record. The high-profile India-Pakistan World Cup semi-final match, which saw the presence of a galaxy of celebrities comprising two Prime Ministers, the nation’s top politicians, business tycoons, Bollywood actors and actresses and key former cricketers, is now recorded in the form of a “gift” which the PCA will forever cherish.
PCA spokesperson Sushil Kapoor shows the visitor’s book in Mohali on Thursday. Tribune photo: Vicky Gharu
Residents bear the brunt
Mohali, March 31
The mouth-watering semifinal tie between India and Pakistan spelled misery for those living in the vicinity of the stadium as they once again had to go through the ordeal of facing inconvenience at the hands of the police and fans.
Garbage left by fans after the World Cup semifinal match between India and Pakistan in Mohali on Wednesday.
Tribune photo: Vicky Gharu
PASS OR FAIL: Students along with their parents anxiously check results at Government Model School, Sector 8, Chandigarh, on Thursday.
Tribune photo: Vinay Malik |
Suspension of 11 councillors
Oppn to approach admn against Mayor’s decision
Chandigarh, March 31
Accusing MC Mayor Ravinder Pal Singh of flouting the MC Act by suspending all 11 opposition councillors from the House for a fortnight and backing out from his statement to make required amends during the mayoral election meeting held on January 1, the opposition councillors have decided to submit a representation to the UT Home Secretary, who is also the in charge of local affairs, tomorrow.
Harbhajan visits Sohana gurdwara
Mohali, March 31
Soon after wining the semifinal match at the PCA Stadium, Harbhajan Singh accompanied by his sister Sandeep Kaur payed obeisance at Singh Shahidan
Gurdwara, Sohana, around 1 am.
Spinner Harbhajan Singh after paying obeisance at Singh Shahidan Gurdwara, Sohana, on Wednesday night.
A Tribune photograph
Mohali MC budget: Not much development in sight
Increase in expenditure this year is less than Rs 3 cr
Mohali, March 31
The Mohali Municipal Corporation has proposed a budget of Rs 44.64 crore for the year 2011-2012.
Removal of Turban
Arrest guilty cops: Religious bodies
Mohali, March 31
The issue of removal of a Sikh agitator’s turban by an SHO of the Mohali police, following a cane charge during a recent dharna by the Rural Health Pharmacist Association, has snowballed into a major issue with a number of religious outfits today demanding the arrest of police officials responsible for hurting the religious sentiments of the community.
Members of Sikh religious bodies argue with police personnel during their protest in Mohali on Thursday. Tribune photo: Vicky Gharu
Burning issue |
Despite a ban on the burning of leaves, the practice continues at the road separating Sectors 17 and 18 in Chandigarh. Tribune photo: Manoj Mahajan |
Soon, GMADA to have its own logo
Mohali, March 31
The Greater Mohali Area Development Authority (GMADA) will soon have its own logo and the best designer will be given a prize of Rs 2. 5
lakh.
Jarnail Singh retires
Chandigarh, March 31
Jarnail Singh, Additional Director, Punjab Information and Public Relations Department, today retired on superannuation after putting in 35 years of distinguished service. During his tenure, he worked in various capacities in Punjab and with the UT Administration. He worked with four successive CMs of Punjab for about nine years and also the Governor of Punjab for five years as Joint Director, Press. He also served the Chandigarh Administration for over 10 years.
AIE centres take new leap
Will now impart special training to underprivileged children after admission
Chandigarh, March 31
Having realised the education dreams of over 15,000 underprivileged children till date, the Alternate Innovative Education centres bid an adieu to the city education scenario today.
841 walk away with degrees
Chandigarh, March 31
MCM DAV College, Sector 36, held its 39th annual convocation today. The college has accomplished the rare feat of having 841 fresh graduates and postgraduates this year, of which 688 first division holders were awarded degrees on the occasion.
Students all smiles after receiving degrees during the annual convocation of the MCM College for Women,
Sector 36, Chandigarh, on Thursday. Tribune photo: Vinay Malik
A glimmer of hope for slum kids
Chandigarh, March 31
In a noble gesture, the Theatre Age Group today honoured around 20 slum kids studying in various city schools. These children have been promoted to the next class.
Children in a cheerful mood after being promoted to the next class. Tribune photo: Pradeep Tewari
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