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HC breather for residents
Chandigarh, July 21
In a significant order expected to benefit 50,000 residents of the city, who have been blamed for carrying out “need-based changes” in the flats of the Chandigarh Housing Board (CHB), the Punjab and Haryana High Court said the action could be initiated against them only under the yet-to-be-notified new policy.
Man stabbed to death
Chandigarh, July 21
The police has booked three persons for allegedly killing a man at Hallo Majra this evening.
The victim, Vinod, was stabbed multiple times in the head and chest and his throat was slit. The police has arrested Rajkumar and his wife Archana, while the third accused, Sonu, is on the run.
Twin road mishaps on Madhya Marg
 Chandigarh, July 21
A speeding Gypsy of the Chandigarh Police Control Room (PCR) that was late in reaching an accident spot mowed down a 70-year-old man on the road separating Sectors 8 and 18 on Madhya Marg this afternoon.
The PCR Gypsy that knocked down a temple priest parked at the Sector 3 police
station. Tribune photos: Pradeep Tewari
No stopping overloading of vehicles
 Panchkula, July 21
Fatal mishaps due to overloading have failed to move the authorities. Schools buses, pick-up vans, mini-buses and auto-rickshaws continue to violate rules.
An overloaded auto-rickshaw at Sector 10 in Panchkula. A File photo
Residents oppose demolition in CHB flats
Chandigarh, July 21
The CHB Residents Federation today took out a rally in protest against the demolition notices being issued by the Chandigarh Housing Board (CHB).
Stagnant water at Sector 49 worries residents
 Chandigarh, July 21
Fearing a malaria outbreak, residents of Goodwill Enclave, Sector 49, approached the civic body officials asking them to drain out stagnant water from the area, but to no avail.
Stagnant water at Goodwill Enclave in Sector 49, Chandigarh. Tribune photo: Vicky Gharu
Open House Response
Replace old CTU buses: Residents
The old fleet of CTU buses that has outlived its life continue to ply on the roads. The safety and convenience of commuters has been ignored the CTU bosses. Frequent breakdowns and midway engine failures have failed to move the CTU bosses.
Sudhir Pandey captivates audience
 Chandigarh, July 21
The concluding day of HIFA cultural bonanza saw acclaimed table player Sudhir Pandey taking the centre stage with his splendid performance at Punjab Kala Bhawan today.
Tabla player Sudhir Pandey (left) performs on the concluding day of a cultural event at Punjab Kala Bhawan in Sector 16, Chandigarh, on Sunday. Tribune Photo: Nitin Mittal
Another student dies
Chandigarh, July 21
Ten-year-old Amanpreet, who had suffered serious injuries in an accident between a school bus and a private transport bus on the Kharar-Ludhiana highway near Mamupur village, succumbed to his injuries at the PGIMER today. Mehakpreet (16), a student of Class X at Indus Public School in Nawanshahr Badala village, and the bus driver, Harinder Singh (45), had died on the spot while Harpreet Singh (13), a student of Class VII, had died at the PGI.
Govt’s bid to ease congestion
Mohali, July 21
The Punjab Government will be spending Rs 800 crore on the construction of 200-ft wide Mohali-Zirakpur-Peer Muchhalla road.
The green brigade: Models sashay down the ramp during a fashion show organised by the National Institute of Fashion Design at Chandigarh Club on Sunday. Tribune photo: Vicky Gharu |
Jaitley roars in Bansal’s den
Chandigarh, July 21
Senior BJP leader and Leader of Opposition (Rajya Sabha) Arun Jaitley today launched a scathing attack on former Union Railway Minister Pawan Bansal.
Pamper your pets this monsoon
Panchkula, July 21
With the advent of monsoon, it’s the time to pamper your pets with special a body spa and pedicure. The Government Petcare Centre in Sector 3, Panchkula, has introduced a special monsoon package of medicated baths, pedicure and spa at their canine beauty parlour.
Encroachments galore, no check on vendors in Mohali
 Mohali, July 21
In absence of any check by the authorities concerned, encroachments by small time vendors in the main markets of the town continues unabated.
Stalls put up by vendors at the Phase VII market in Mohali on Sunday. Tribune photo: Vicky Gharu
Mohali to get a facelift
Mohali, July 21
The Mohali administration is spending Rs 4.47 crore on fixing paver blocks and other development works at various places in the town. The work is expected to be completed in three months.
180 CU students get job offers
Mohali, July 21
As many as 180 students pursuing their Masters in Business Administration (MBA) from the University School of Business at Chandigarh University, Gharuan, have received offer letters from various renowned multi-national companies.
Chandigarh scan
Teachers’ protest criticised
Chandigarh, July 21
Several educationists in the city have criticised yesterday’s protest by school lecturers against the faculty development programme of the education department. Rakesh Sachdeva, principal, DAV School, Sector 15, and CBSE counsellor, said there was no point opposing such an innovative programme of the department.
Old girls have a gala time
Chandigarh, July 21
Alumni of Carmel Convent School who passed out in 2010 organised a reunion party at The Blue Blazer today. The event witnessed girls in their best of attires dancing to the tunes of Bollywood songs.
The alumni of Carmel Convent School have fun during a reunion in Chandigarh on Sunday.
Tribune Photo: S Chandan
Student challenges merit list in HC
Chandigarh, July 21
A city-based student has challenged the final merit list of the JEE (Mains) in the Punjab and Haryana High Court. The student has alleged that the list was prepared on the basis of wrong answer keys.
PGGC-11: Parents allege lack of transparency in admissions
Chandigarh, July 21
Amid the ongoing counselling at the Post Graduate Government College (PGGC), Sector 11, parents of students seeking admission to
BSc-I (non-medical) have alleged that the college has adopted a non-transparent system that has left many students in the lurch.
WHO CARES FOR THE DEFACEMENT ACT? With an eye on the student council elections, parties cover an outer wall of DAV College with posters in Sector 10, Chandigarh, on Sunday. Tribune Photo: Pradeep Tewari |
NSUI opposes ban on cars in PU hostels
Chandigarh, July 21
The National Students’ Union of India (NSUI) has submitted a memorandum to the Panjab University Vice-Chancellor apprising him of various problems being faced by students.
Interviews 0on July 26
Chandigarh, July 21
The interviews for admission to the LLM course in Panjab University will be held on July 26. The university will be displaying the provisional merit list on the notice board of the Department of Laws on July 25 at 5.00 pm.
from schools
Students' campaign
Chandigarh: Students from Sacred Heart School, Sector 26, Chandigarh, participated in the ‘Nine is Mine’ campaign, which seeks to recognise children as equal and active citizens today. The campaign also sought quality education and basic health care for all children.
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Chandigarh, July 21
Chandigarh, July 21
Chandigarh, July 21
Chandigarh, July 21
