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Ministry approval a must
Chandigarh, April 18
While the Centre had recently increased the financial powers of the UT Administration from Rs 10 crore to Rs 50 crore, it had put an obstacle by issuing directions that every department would now have to obtain the requisite approval from the ministry concerned to implement a project.
CBI raids Sec-30 EWS quarters
Chandigarh, April 18
Teams of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), Chandigarh, today raided quarters allotted to economically weaker sections
(EWS) at Sector 30 here following reports of open violations and inaction by the UT estate office.
Residents gather outside houses during a CBI raid at Sector 30 in Chandigarh on Wednesday. Tribune Photo: S Chandan
Snatching continues
Chandigarh, April 18
For 72-year-old Kulwant Sharma of Sector 43, a routine morning walk with her dog left her horrified as her gold chain was snatched by two unidentified youths on a motorcycle here today. The snatchers used a cutter to pull her 25g chain.
Budding designers showcase talent
Chandigarh, April 18
The first design collection show by students of the University Institute of Fashion Technology and Vocational Development, “Shears and Rubans”, was showcased today at the Law Auditorium, Panjab University. It was an endeavour to allow the students to test and present their skills.
Students of the University Institute of Fashion Technology and Vocational Development participate in a fashion show at Panjab University on Wednesday. Tribune photo: S Chandan
13 EWS children to go to school
Chandigarh, April 18
Undeterred by the cold response from the UT education department for getting children of the migrants, working at construction sites at PU, admitted in private schools under the economically weaker section (EWS) category, the students of the Centre for Social Work, Panjab University, finally got 13 children admitted in Government High School, Sector 25, on their own.
Musical soiree enchants audience
Chandigarh, April 18
The majesty of Urdu ghazal, traditional Punjabi folk and rustic flavour of Haryanvi raginis was eloquently discernible all through the musical soiree organised by the Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage (INTACH) and Chandigarh Sangeet Natak Akademy here today.
Rinku Kalia performs during ‘Sanjhi Shaam’ at the Tagore Theatre in Chandigarh on Wednesday. Tribune photo: S chandan
Opposition opens front against Mayor
Chandigarh, April 18
 Tall claims of Mayor Raj Bala Malik for the development of the city in her first 100 days have been exposed, with residents crying for basic civic amenities.
This was alleged by BJP-SAD councillors during media interaction here today, which was chaired by BJP councillor Satinder Singh.
A potholed road in Sector 50, Chandigarh. Tribune photos: Parvesh Chauhan
Councillors to resign from sub-panels
Chandigarh, April 18
All the 12 councillors of the BJP-SAD alliance in the Chandigarh Municipal Corporation have decided to tender their resignations from all the nine sub-committees constituted by Mayor Raj Bala Malik last week. While interacting with mediapersons here today, all the Opposition councillors said they were going to submit their resignations to the UT Administrator, Shivraj Patil, tomorrow.
Admn to plough Sukhna weed
Chandigarh, April 18
To save the landmark of the city Sukhna Lake, the UT Administration has now decided to carry out ploughing to remove weeds from the ake. At a meeting of the committee, which was constituted to save th lake, the members decided that the UT Engineering Department would carry out ploughing with the help of tractors and machines and thereafter weeds would be removed manually.
The bed of Sukhna Lake. A file photograph
Southern sectors of city reel under power cuts
Chandigarh, April 18
Though the UT Electricity Department claims that there is no power shortage, the city residents continue to face power cuts. On Wednesday, many southern sectors, including 39, 40, 45, 46 and Burail village, faced a power crisis. Similarly, there was no power from 10 am to 3 pm in sectors 7 and 26.
Shots fired from toy gun send police in tizzy
Chandigarh, April 18
The UT police went into a tizzy today after the police control room received a call about a firing incident in Sector 40.
However, the police later found shots were fired from a toy gun during a quarrel between two brothers at a house in Sector 40.
Fine imposed on 12 residents, notices issued
Chandigarh, April 18
The Municipal Corporation today imposed fine to the tune of Rs 2,000 on 12 residents for misusing water during the morning hours from 5:30 to 8:30, which has been banned by the authorities since April 15. In fact, notices have been issued to 55 residents of the city by the 14 teams, which have been constituted to check the misuse of water.
MC hikes raw material rates
Chandigarh, April 18
The municipal corporation has revised the rates of raw materials used in developmental works undertaken by contractors. In a meeting held yesterday, the road committee decided that there will be an increase of 20 per cent in the rates fixed by the authorities for allotting work to the contractor.
NH stretch to be inaugurated
Panchkula, April 18
The four-laning of Zirakpur-Parwanoo National Highway No 22 would be dedicated to the nation tomorrow at Chandimandir Toll Plaza, which has been fitted with Radio Frequency Identity Device (RFID), by Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways Dr CP Joshi tomorrow.
Residents cover extra mile to reach home
Panchkula, April 18
The four-lane of the Zirakpur-Parwanoo National Highway No 22, that gave relief to the commuters from traffic jams in the Kalka town has also brought miseries for the residents for the residents of about 32 villages around Amravati enclave as they have to cover extra 6 kms to reach their homes.
NCC cadets administer polio drops to a boy during a campaign in Chandigarh.
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Low water pressure in Mohali
Mohali, April 18
Parts of Mohali will get water at low pressure on April 20 as the Punjab State Power Corporation Ltd will be carrying out repair work at the Kajauli waterworks.
A press note issued by the department of water supply and sanitation said that the morning water supply would remain normal pressure while the evening supply would be at low pressure.
Special nakas for mining
Mohali, April 18
Showing concern over illegal possession and mining in the ‘kandi’ area of the district, the Mohali Deputy Commissioner, Varun
Roojam, issued directions to initiate action against the culprits.
1 accused handed over to police
Mohali, April 18
While the Mohali police is yet to arrest the culprits in yesterday’s thrashing of an invigilator at Chandigarh Group of Colleges,
Landran, the college authorities have handed over one of the alleged accused to the police today.
Regional centre to be inaugurated on April 22
Chandigarh, April 18
The Regional Spinal Injuries Centre (RSIC), which is set up to cater to the needs of patients from Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir and Chandigarh, is expected to start functioning at Sector 70, Mohali, on April 22 by Punjab Chief Minister Prakash Singh Badal.
Workshop on emergency life support
Chandigarh, April 18
In order to provide training to police personnel and volunteers of the Union Territory of Chandigarh, Government Medical College and Hospital, Sector 32 (GMCH), is to organise trauma and emergency life support workshop here tomorrow.
CBI inquiry into Ashiana scheme sought
Panchkula, April 18
The BJP reiterated its demand for a CBI inquiry into the alleged discrepancies in the allotment of flats to slum dwellers in various parts of the town under the Ashiana scheme, here today.
Over 50 LPG cylinders stolen so far
Mohali, April 18
In order to overcome the loss and inconvenience faced due to thefts of the LPG cylinders, used for cooking midday meals at schools, the district education authorities have proposed to insure the cylinders.
Tricity scan
Class X results to be delayed
Chandigarh, April 18
In what may be an encore of last year’s incomplete and discrepant class X evaluation, online submission by schools may take its toll on declaration of the board results, now expected after May 20.
Appoint staff to meet crunch, say teachers
Chandigarh, April 18
Faculty members at Panjab University (PU) have written to PU teachers stating that the university should go ahead with the appointments to meet staff crunch.
Pointing out whether Senate members play a role in the appointments, faculty members, including Tankeshwar Kumar, Devinder Singh and Manu Sharma, have stated that the Senate is always there and will remain there. Elections or no elections, influential Senators will stay.
Seminar to create awareness about implementation
Mohali, April 18
In order to remove the confusion in connection with the implementation of the Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act (RTE Act), the district education authorities are organising a seminar at Shivalik Public School here on April 25.
24-hr deadline to city schools
Chandigarh, April 18
Issuing its signature hoax threat, the UT education department has yet again given 24-hour “final deadline” to city schools to inform it about the status of RTE seats in schools.
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