Chandigarh City News

Stating that the moment regional cinema starts experiementing means success is certain, aclamined actor & comedian Binnu Dhillon on Friday here said that Punjabi Cinema is on the right track in a transition phase experimenting with success and technology. "Technology has radically changed the face of Cinema worldwide and our Punjabi Movie Industry is not far behind in adapting to...

A curtain raiser for ‘Prawaas 5.0’ held in Chandigarh offered a compelling glimpse into the future of India’s transport ecosystem, highlighting innovations and policy directions aimed at transforming public mobility. The event witnessed the distinguished presence of Members of Parliament Satnam Singh Sandhu, and Anurag Sharma, who underscored the importance of modern, efficient, and inclusive transport systems in driving economic...

Taking a significant step towards environmental conservation and youth awareness, the I J Doda Foundation organised a large-scale environmental workshop at the Punjab School Education Board Auditorium,  under its “Shudh Hawa – Swachh Punjab” campaign. The event witnessed participation from around 450 attendees. The workshop was conducted under the Environment Compensation Funds in collaboration with the Punjab State Council for...

Underscoring the unimpeded salience of the Information Techology to continuously upgrade the  lives of all citizens across the globe, the Haryana Governor Professor Ashim Kumar Ghosh on Friday stated that the thriving Start Up ecosystem has been crucial in overall upward rise of the North India as a whole. "Haryana, Punjab, Himchal Pradesh, and Jammu & Kashmir has benifitted...

  In a major step towards strengthening social welfare delivery and ensuring last-mile financial inclusion, the Chief Minister of Haryana on Friday disbursed a total amount of Rs. 1,665.25 crore directly into the bank accounts of beneficiaries under 18 different government schemes. Addressing the media during a press conference, the Chief Minister said that in line with the vision of Prime...

In the run-up to the Allengers Gully Cricket Tournament, Chairman Sanjay Tandon and Dr. Sagar Preet Hooda, DGP, Chandigarh Police called on the Chief Minister of Haryana, Naib Singh Saini at his residence to formally extend an invitation for the opening ceremony of the tournament. The fourth edition of the Allengers Gully Cricket is being organised by UT Cricket...

The two-day Virasat Fest 2026 concluded at Goswami Ganesh Dutta Sanatan Dharma College, Chandigarh, with a bang, featuring a power-packed performance by renowned Punjabi singer Gippy Grewal. The festival transformed the college into a vibrant concert arena, drawing large crowds and overwhelming student participation. The grand finale saw the crowning of Ms. Virasat and Mr. Virasat, adding a touch of...

Haryana’s Energy, Transport and Labour Minister, Anil Vij said that the Ambala Cantonment Industrial Area plays a vital role in the country’s progress. Equipment related to science and other fields manufactured here is used in defense, engineering colleges, medical colleges, schools, the Air Force, and other sectors. From this perspective, the industrial area contributes significantly to national development.  Vij was...

Thousands of students thronged to Goswami Ganesh Dutta Sanatan Dharma College, Chandigarh, for the vibrant, annual cultural festival, Virasat 2026 today. The two-day extravaganza will showcase a diverse range of traditional and contemporary performances, highlighting India's rich cultural heritage. The inaugural day featured an engaging and eclectic mix of group and solo performances, including Nati, Bhangra, Haryanvi, Rajasthani, Bollywood, and...

Haryana Labour Minister Anil Vij said that the state government has given a major gift to workers by increasing the rates of minimum wages, which will come into effect from April 1, 2026. He informed that approval in this regard was given in the Cabinet meeting held today. Haryana first state to increase minimum wages after implementation of four new...