Chandigarh City News

On the eve of India’s 79th Independence Day,  Punjab Raj Bhavan resonated with the vibrant spirit of patriotism and cultural pride as ‘Nrityanjali’ – A Cultural Presentation was organized, showcasing the rich tapestry of India’s classical and folk traditions. Governor of Punjab and Administrator of UT Chandigarh, Sh. Gulab Chand Kataria, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest, accompanied by his...

To mark the Independence Day on 15th August, Nexus Elante, the Tricity’s most iconic shopping and lifestyle destination, invites the city to unite in a spectacular celebration of India’s rich heritage and unbreakable unity. Continuing its annual tradition of honouring India’s freedom fighters, the mall will showcase a striking Independence Day installation creatively blending the colours of the national flag with...

The much-awaited National Silk Expo, a celebration of India’s rich handloom traditions, opened today at Himachal Bhawan, Sector-28B, Chandigarh. Running from August 14 to 19, 2025, the six-day exhibition features over 150 master weavers and designers from across India, offering visitors an unparalleled opportunity to explore authentic, handcrafted fashion and textiles. This edition of the National Silk Expo is bound to treat consumers...

Haryana’s Energy, Transport & Labour Minister Anil Vij said that the pain of Partition should not be felt only by the affected families and individuals, but by all 1.4 billion people of the country, because India’s partition was carried out on the basis of religion. Vij was responding to questions asked by the media regarding how Partition took place on...

On the occasion of Vibhajan Vibhishika Smriti Diwas (Partition Horrors Remembrance Day), Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini today inaugurated and laid the foundation stones for 29 development projects in Faridabad district, with a total cost of ₹564.27 crore. These include the inauguration of 7 projects worth ₹61.20 crore and the foundation laying for 22 projects worth ₹433.15 crore. On...

Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria inaugurated Cosgynae-25, a two-day international interdisciplinary conference focusing on advances in robotics in gynaecology, cosmetic gynaecology, and broader aspects of women’s health.  The event, organised jointly by the Indian Society of Aesthetic and Reconstructive Gynaecology (InSARG) and the tricity-based The Touch Clinic, has drawn over 300 delegates, including leading experts from India and abroad. Dr...

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini said that Congress won 10 seats in the state by margins ranging from 100 to 1,000 votes. If there were any faults in the EVMs, Congress would not have won these seats. He emphasized that the public should not be misled on this issue. The Chief Minister added that Congress members should explain...

Escape Plan, a tech-enabled travel platform, announced a strategic partnership with HRX, India’s biggest homegrown fitness brand, founded by Hrithik Roshan and Exceed Entertainment to launch a co-branded line of premium travel gear. The collaboration marks a significant step for both brands in building utility-driven, design-forward products that cater to the new-age Indian traveller. With a rapidly growing D2C presence...

Haryana Chief Minister, Nayab Singh Saini called upon the people belonging to Prajapati community to strengthen their traditional art by integrating it with modern technology. He urged them to move forward by adopting new techniques, making use of government schemes and enhancing the quality and appeal of their products in line with market demand. The Chief Minister was addressing a...

Haryana Chief Minister, Nayab Singh Saini said that there is no shortage of skilled youth in the state. He said that the government’s endeavour is to ensure that these youth travel abroad through legal and secure channels and avail maximum opportunities at the international level. To achieve this, the state government will ensure a transparent and reliable recruitment process...