Chandigarh City News

In the age of social media and hyper-transparency, the term “nepo baby” — short for “nepotism baby” — has taken on a life of its own. Originally coined by online critics and meme-makers to describe the children of famous parents who seemingly glide into fame and success thanks to their last names, the term has evolved into a cultural...

Chandigarh, A brilliant century from skipper Ankit Kaushik powered Leisure Zone to a thrilling three-wicket victory over Rock Zone at the ongoing UTCA One-Day match held at SSCA Cricket Academy, Kandla on Friday. Earlier, Rock Zone after winning the toss opted to bat first. Openers Ramanjeet Singh (100) and captain Arijit Singh (104) stitched together a 192-run partnership to lay a...

PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHDCCI) successfully organised the Regional Cyber Security and AI (RCA) Conference 2025 at Chandigarh, witnessing active participation from over 300 delegates spanning government, industry, academia, and start-ups. The conference fostered deliberations on emerging challenges, innovations, and the roadmap to secure digital transformation in India. The event was graced by eminent dignitaries and industry experts...

The Saptasindhu Forum, in collaboration with the Nivedita Trust, organised the Saptasindhu Youth Conclave 2025. The conclave brought together eminent thought leaders, policymakers, entrepreneurs, and over 160 distinguished delegates from across Punjab to engage with youth on themes of innovation, entrepreneurship, heritage, and leadership. Founder of the Saptasindhu Forum, Dr. Varinder Garg, opened the event by outlining the objectives and vision of the Saptasindhu...

Some songs scream while others whisper, leaving a lasting impression. This sentiment defines acclaimed producer, singer-songwriter Hiten’s latest heartfelt EP “Flowers,” a deeply personal two-track album that delves into the complexities of love in all its glory and fragility. With contrasting tracks ‘Khama’kha’ and ‘Beqadaran,’ the EP captures the highs and heartaches of love and authentic human connection. Delicate yet...

Haryana Chief Minister, Nayab Singh Saini, while making a series of announcements for the Badhra Assembly constituency, said that the high-tension electricity wires passing over residential areas in the region will be removed by the Electricity Department. For this purpose, an amount of Rs 3 crore will be provided to the department and the government will bear the entire...

A group of well meaning persons of Chandigarh today announced an initiative to impart awareness in society, especially amongst the youth, about the need for greater empathy for others. Aptly titled I THINK OF OTHERS (I TOO) the new initiative aims at collaboration with schools, colleges and universities in order to spread the message amongst students in particular that they...

Haryana’s Energy, Transport and Labour Minister Anil Vij said that the present BJP government has changed the history of Haryana, and in the same direction, today in the BJP government of the state, youth are getting jobs without bribes or recommendations (Bina Parchi aur Kharchi), due to which talented children are coming in this field, whereas in the earlier...

Paragon Senior Secondary School, Sector 71, Mohali organised a blood donation camp in memory of late Iqbal S. Shergill, who apart from being the Director of the school was also a well known educationist of tricity. It is pertinent to state here that Iqbal S. Shergill was snatched away by the cruel hands of destiny at a very young...

To commemorate the transforming role of National Sample Survey in shaping India’s evidence-based policymaking, the NSO Regional Office, Jalandhar celebrated the 75th anniversary of NSS by setting up a booth at Rail Coach Factory, Kapurthala, Punjab on 24th July, 2025. At the NSS booth the officials of Regional Office, Jalandhar distributed pamphlets showcasing activities and surveys being undertaken by...