Work on Rs 54.76-cr RoB in Dhuri to Begin Soon: Punjab CM
Chandigarh: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Sunday announced that work on a double-lane Railway Over Bridge (ROB) at level crossing 62A in Dhuri will soon begin. The Rs 54.76 crore project, fully funded by the state government, received final clearance from the Railway Ministry after months of persistent follow-up. The ROB aims to ease traffic congestion in Dhuri and the Malwa region. Mann said that the project, delayed due to pending NOC since March 2025, will now be completed in 18 months.
Haryana CM visits Rohtak, condoles demise of Hooda's sister-in-law
Chandigarh: Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini and several other leaders from various parties on Sunday visited Rohtak to express their condolences on the demise of Rajwati Hooda, the sister-in-law of senior Congress leader Bhupinder Singh Hooda. Saini offered floral tributes to the departed soul at the family's residence in Rohtak and offered his condolences to the bereaved family. Rajwati, aged around 80, passed away earlier on Monday. Later, Saini visited ‘Sindhu Niwas’, the residence of former Finance Minister Capt Abhimanyu, to offer condolences on the demise of his mother, Parmeshwari Devi. He met with Capt Abhimanyu and other family members to extend his sympathies during this difficult time.
Punjab Police Arrest 114 Drug Smugglers Under Anti-Drug Drive
Chandigarh: On the 120th day of Punjab's anti-drug campaign ‘Yudh Nashian Virudh’, police arrested 114 drug smugglers and seized 4.1 kg heroin and Rs 9.6 lakh in drug money. Special DGP Arpit Shukla on Sunday said that over 1,100 personnel conducted raids at 367 locations, registering 77 FIRs. Police also checked 332 pharma shops across six districts to curb illegal drug sales. As part of the state’s de-addiction push, 54 individuals were persuaded to undergo rehabilitation.
PGI considering proposal to transfer canteen management to IRCTC
Chandigarh: A proposal to transfer the management of hospital canteens to the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) is being considered by Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER) in Chandigarh. The move is aimed at enhancing quality, hygiene standards, and customer satisfaction through professional management and proven operational excellence, said the PGI official. “PGIMER has adopted a zero-tolerance stance toward any lapses or misconduct by contractors engaged in providing essential services such as canteen and parking facilities," it said.
Thousands of Children Participate in Inspiring Bal Samagam in Chandigarh
Chandigarh: A vibrant zone-level Bal Samagam was organized at the Nirankari Satsang Bhawan in Sector 30, drawing thousands of children, parents, and devotees from across the region. The event focused on instilling human values like tolerance, compassion, and humility among children through spiritual teachings and creative expression. Young participants showcased their understanding of satsang values through songs, poems, speeches, and skits in multiple languages. The soulful presentations won hearts and reflected the powerful impact of early spiritual education.