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Clouds of uncertainty over flight schedule
Chandigarh, November 25
Airlines operating flights from the Chandigarh domestic airport have started rescheduling flights on the first and third Sunday of December.
However, many airlines have confirmed that this schedule would remain in force for a few months, but there is still no official confirmation about the possible closure of the airport.
Passengers at the Chandigarh airport on Monday.
Tribune photo: Nitin Mittal
Two students killed in road accident
Mohali, November 25
Two students of Chandigarh University were killed when an unidentified vehicle hit the motorcycle they were riding on the Chandigarh-Ludhiana highway near Bhago Majra today.
Admn shovel to move in Grain Market today
Chandigarh, November 25
The UT Administration will clear encroachments in the corridors or open spaces in front of the SCFs in the Sector 26 grain market.
The Grain Market Association has decided to oppose the drive.
The Sector 26 grain market in Chandigarh. A file photograph
Extension of ‘lal dora’ demanded
Chandigarh, November 25
On the third day of the hearing session conducted by the Board of Inquiry and Hearing, constituted by the UT Administrator, Shivraj V
Patil, to look into the objections and suggestions received on the Draft Master Plan-2031, a
number of villagers demanded extension of their “lal doras”.
A former Haryana minister, Vinod Sharma ( on extreme left), files his objection regarding his land in Hallo Majra village before the members of the Board of Inquiry and Hearing in Chandigarh on Monday. Tribune Photo: Manoj Mahajan
Evicted residents throng CHB office
Chandigarh, November 25
Three days after the Chandigarh Administration demolished Colony No.5, many evicted residents of the area landed at the Sector 9 office of the Chandigarh Housing Board
(CHB) to seek claim on one-room tenements under the Slum Rehabilitation Scheme at
Dhanas.
Evicted residents of Colony No. 5 outside the office of the Chandigarh Housing Board in Sector 9, Chandigarh, on Monday. Tribune photo: Manoj Mahajan
Now, slums to be razed in Mohali
Mohali, November 25
Close to the footsteps of Chandigarh Administration, the Mohali Administration too has decided to remove unauthorised slums from the area at the earliest.
Mohali railway station a shambles
Mohali, November 25
With nine trains, five far-distanced and four passenger trains, halting here, and an estimated footfall of about 1000 persons on a daily basis, the Mohali Railway Station without basic facilities such as canteen, tea stalls, proper security and a poor infrastructure, lie in a pathetic condition.
A platform in a bad shape at the Mohali railway station. Tribune Photo: Vicky Gharu
Hue and cry over merger of 13 villages
Chandigarh, November 25
The proposal to merge 13 villages with the Municipal Corporation has provoked an uproar in the house.
Protesters hold commuters to ransom
Mohali, November 25
Inconveniencing commuters, activists of the Shiv Sena (Punjab) and Gau Sewa Dal blocked the Kharar-Mohali stretch (National Highway-21) for three hours this afternoon.
They demanded that Rs 500 crore should be released for stray cows.
Activists of the Shiv Sena and Gau Sewa Dal block the Mohali-Kharar highway on Monday. Tribune photo: Vicky Gharu
Shopping’s on their mind
 Mohali, November 25
Women never mind splurging on attire and jewellery. In the city to attend a seminar on ‘Healthcare: A Bridge to Peace’, a delegation from Pakistan will make it a point to shop saris, phulkaris and artificial jewellery items from the town.
Delegates attend the seminar on ‘Healthcare: A Bridge to Peace’ at Phase VIII in Mohali on Monday.
Tribune photo: Vicky Gharu
Healthcare workers at HIV risk
Chandigarh, November 25
Lack of knowledge on post-exposure prophylaxis and heavy rush of patients are costing healthcare workers in the city dear. They are at greater risk of contracting HIV and Hepatitis B infection (needlestick injuries).
PGI chemists to offer discount
Chandigarh, November 25
Come December and chemists on the PGI premises will offer a discount on medicines and surgical items.
Silent cry for equality: Non-teaching employees of the Sarva Shiksha Abhiyaan hold a protest for their rights at Phase V in Mohali on Monday.
Tribune Photo: Vicky Gharu
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Retd IAS officer hurt in mishap, dies
Chandigarh, November 25
JPS Puri (76), a retired IAS officer of the Punjab cadre, died this morning at the PGI after he was injured in a road accident near Sector 39 gurdwara.
10 more dengue cases reported
Chandigarh, November 25
Ten more dengue cases have been reported in the last one week in the city. As per the UT Health Department, the total number of detected cases touches 98 in the city.
Two employees of Estate Office dismissed
Chandigarh, November 25
The UT Estate Officer today dismissed two employees of the Estate Office for their involvement in a case of cheating and corruption involving allotment of dwelling units.
Emotions at play: Artistes enact a scene from the play, “Tandoor”, on the inaugural day of the Gursharan Singh Theatre Festival at Punjab Kala Bhawan, Sector 16, Chandigarh, on Monday. Tribune photo: Pradeep Tewari
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Suicide note mentions caste conflict
Panchkula, November 25
Believing that their relationship would not be accepted by their parents, owing to their caste difference and fear of police hounding their families if they eloped, Ashok and Pooja, the two class X students, ended their life by jumping before a train yesterday.
feedback
Helpline of little help
The MC’s toll-free number in Panchkula has not done any good to the town so far. The helpline has been set up to address civic problems. After registering a complaint, the staff sends an SMS to the complainant but forget to redress the complaint for days together. Problems such as defunct streetlights are required to be redressed within 48 hours.
tricity scan
Founder’s day
A meeting of the general house of Haryana Government Retired Officers Welfare Association was held at Panchkula to celebrate the body's 24th Founder's Day. As many as 268 delegates attended the meeting. The president of the association Ravinder Sharma honoured RK
Munjal, SL Seedhar, ML Malhotra and Renuka Sethi on attaining 80 years of age. A directory of the association was also released.
Mission admission
Admission process starts in city schools
Chandigarh, November 25
The process for admission to entry-level classes for the next academic session began today at schools in the city.
Following the guidelines of the Education Department, the private schools have uploaded their admission forms along with other details, including the total number of seats and the selection criteria, on their respective websites.
A teacher of the nursery wing of Government Model Senior Secondry School, Sector 16, Chandigarh, pastes a notice announcing dates pertaining to issue and receipt of admission forms for pre-nursery at the entrance of the school on Monday. Tribune photo: Pradeep Tewari
Dancing dolls: Students tap feet during the annual function of Kundan International School at Sector 46 in Chandigarh.
Tribune photo: Vicky Gharu
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post of principal in govt college
UPSC rejects all candidates
Chandigarh, November 25
The Union Public Service Commission has not found a candidate suitable for the post of principal in one of the government colleges in the city. The candidates were interviewed last month.
Entrance exam for PhD programme on Dec 14
Mohali, November 25
The Chandigarh University, Gharuan, has announced the dates for entrance examination for its PhD regular and part-time programme under the University Institute of Teacher Training & Research (UITTR) with an enhanced fellowship of Rs 21,600 per month.
Annual day celebrations end at Manav Mangal
Panchkula, November 25
Excitement and frolic continued for the third day as Manav Mangal School, Sector 11, concluded its annual day celebrations today.
NCC cadets honoured
Chandigarh, November 25
As part of NCC Week celebrations, Group Commander, Chandigarh, Brigadier JS Arora today honoured cadets for their outstanding performances during the year.
Inquisitive minds: NCC cadets have a look at a model of transport aircraft and a fighter plane during the NCC Week celebrations in Sector 26, Chandigarh, on Monday. Tribune Photo: Manoj Mahajan
from schools
Thanksgiving day
Students of the Saupin's School, Sector 32, celebrated the Thanksgiving Day and the Children's Day with pomp and show. The programme commenced with a welcome speech. Akshat Gupta and Jasveen Kaur anchored the event. In a simple ceremony, students honoured caretakers and helpers of the school for their unconditional support.
pu & college notes
PU shines at inter-varsity fest
The Panjab University (PU) bagged a number of positions under various categories during the 29th North Zonal Inter-University Festival organised by the Association of Indian Universities, New Delhi, at Babasahib Bhimrao Ambedkar University,
Lucknow, from November 15-20.
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Killer stretch on the Old Panchkula-
The boys’ team of New Public School, Sector 18, and girls’ team of Guru Nanak Public School, Sector 36, won their respective titles of Rao Jai Singh and Shanta SH Singh Memorial Basketball tournament, concluded here today. In the finals of boy’s category, the team of New Public School defeated
BKSP, Bangladesh, 69-57.