Hindustan Times Chandigarh - January 21, 2025

Hindustan Times Chandigarh - January 21, 2025

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January 21, 2025
Farmers defer Delhi march; to hold tractor rally on Jan 26
Suspending the 'Delhi Chalo' march after an invite for talks from the Centre, Kisan Mazdoor Morcha (KMM) leader Sarwan Singh Pandher on Monday said that farmers will instead hold a tractor march on Republic Day.
1 min
Intensify Security Checks, DGP Tells Force
In preparation for the forthcoming Republic Day celebrations, Punjab director general of police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav conducted law and order review meetings in Amritsar and Jalandhar on Monday and issued directives to bolster security measures, enhance police presence, and intensify night domination operations across the state.
1 min
Akali Dal kickstarts new membership drive
The Shiromani Akali Dal initiated its new membership drive from Muktsar on Monday with senior leader Sukhbir Singh Badal receiving the first membership slip at Badal village.
2 mins
'Clergy's edict being defied': Wadala calls on Takht jathedar
Convener of now dissolved Akali Dal Sudhar Lehar Gurpartap Singh Wadala met Akal Takht jathedar Giani Raghbir Singh as the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) kickstarted its membership drive on Monday.
1 min
Additional chief secy Prasad seeks VRS, Centre gives nod
One of the seniormost bureaucrats of the Punjab cadre, K Siva Prasad, a 1993-batch IAS officer, posted as additional chief secretary with the governor of Punjab, has officially been granted voluntary retirement.
1 min
Faridkot court rejects NIA's plea seeking transfer of case to Delhi
The court of the Faridkot additional sessions judge on Monday dismissed an application filed by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) seeking the transfer of Dera Sacha Sauda follower Pardeep Kataria's murder case to New Delhi.
1 min
2 Landa aides who opened fire at Mukerian bizman's house held
Canada-based terrorist Lakhbir Singh Landa and US-based gangster Gurdev Singh Jassal's two associates who opened fire at Mukerian businessman's house in connection with ₹1-crore extortion demand have been arrested from Tarn Taran, said police on Monday.
3 mins
Split verdict: Uncertainty looms over new HSGMC chief
OF 40 SEATS, INDEPENDENTS HAVE MANAGED TO SECURE 22; JHINDA TAKES BACK RESIGNATION HOURS AFTER QUITTING FROM ASSANDH SEAT
3 mins
FIR Against Sangrur Couple For Submitting Forged Site Plan
An FIR has been filed against Veena and Sushil Jain, a couple from Sangrur, for allegedly submitting a forged site plan and using their residential property for commercial purposes, violating local building bylaws.
1 min
Sikh Groups Protest, Disrupt Screening of 'Emergency' in UK
British Sikh groups have organised protests against Kangana Ranaut's 'Emergency', disrupting the film's screening at some cinemas in the UK during its opening weekend.
1 min
SC Grants Centre Till March 18 To Decide On Rajoana's Mercy Plea
If no decision is taken by the next date, the court said it will decide the case on merit, says the apex court
3 mins
Two killed, 3 injured in Rohtak road mishap
Deceased's father Ramesh Kumar said his son and his friends went to Gohana on Sunday to do some work
1 min
Light snowfall likely in J&K on Jan 22, 23: MeT
SRINAGAR: The day temperatures in Jammu and Kashmir were recorded above normal on Monday with the weather department predicting light snowfall in the next few days.
1 min
Two brothers killed after truck falls into ravine
Two brothers hailing from Solan were killed after the truck they were travelling in fell into a ravine in Shimla district's Sunni area, said police on Monday.
1 min
Tourism dept seeks report on D'shala paragliding mishap
Following the paragliding mishap in Dharamshala, which claimed the life of a 19-year-old female from Gujarat, the tourism department has sought a report from the marshals appointed at the Indrunag Paragliding Site near Dharamshala.
1 min
Soldier killed in exchange of fire with terrorists in Sopore
Operation still on, forces have cordoned the area near the hideout of terrorists, say officials
1 min
MHA's team reaches Rajouri village, meets victims' families
\"MYSTERIOUS\" ILLNESS HAS CLAIMED 16 LIVES IN BADHAAL VILLAGE SINCE DECEMBER 7 LAST YEAR
2 mins
Leopard Found Dead in Chamba
A leopard was found dead in the Masrund forest range of Himachal's Chamba district, officials said on Monday.
1 min
One Held for Duping Man of ₹2.27 Crore in 'Digital Arrest'
The Uttarakhand cyber police has arrested a 19-year-old man from Jaipur for allegedly putting a 63-year-old retired teacher from Dehradun under \"digital arrest\" and duping him of ₹2.27 crore, police said.
1 min
SC asks J&K HC to ensure proper videocon facilities in Jammu court
The Supreme Court on Monday directed the registrar general of the Jammu and Kashmir high court (HC) to ensure proper video-conferencing facilities at a Jammu special court hearing two cases against jailed JKLF chief Yasin Malik and others.
2 mins
Verma Complains to ECI Over Kejriwal's 'Chair Distribution'
The BJP's New Delhi constituency candidate Parvesh Verma filed a complaint against Aam Aadmi Party chief Arvind Kejriwal for allegedly violating the model code of conduct by distributing chairs to residents' welfare associations (RWAs) in the constituency.
1 min
AAP Now Targets BJP Leader Verma Over 'Massive Growth In Income'
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader and Delhi's health minister Saurabh Bharadwaj on Monday threw a satire at the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader and New Delhi candidate Parvesh Verma's rise in annual income from 2018 to 2024, as per the affidavits filed with the election commission.
2 mins
LG Calls For Drive In Delhi Against Illegal Immigrants
The Delhi administration, under lieutenant governor (LG) VK Saxena, has instructed the police to initiate a special campaign targeting illegal immigrants residing in the city.
1 min
No Urgent Hearing of Plea Against AAP Sop
The Delhi high court on Monday declined to advance the hearing date on a petition seeking to halt further registration under the Aam Aadmi Party's (AAP) \"Mukhyamantri Mahila Samman Yojana,\" under which women were promised ₹2,100 monthly aid if the party secured power in the upcoming Delhi elections.
1 min
SC To Hear Bail Plea By Tahir Hussain Today
The Supreme Court will take up on Tuesday a petition by Mohammad Tahir Hussain seeking bail in the 2020 Delhi riots case to contest the Delhi assembly elections.
1 min
CM Saini Announces Hockey Astroturf, Horticulture College
Haryana chief minister Nayab Singh Saini on Monday announced to establish a horticulture college and hockey astroturf in the Naraingarh assembly constituency.
1 min
Two Arrested For Raping 12-Year-Old Girl
Two people were arrested for raping a 12-year-old girl, a neighbour, at a guest house in Faridabad's Sector 46 last Friday, officers said on Monday.
1 min
AAP with 'tukde tukde' gang: Anurag Thakur
BJP leader and former union minister Anurag Thakur in a press conference on Monday dubbed the AAP a party of \"algavwad\", \"atankwad\" and \"afwah\" while accusing it of supporting \"separatists\" and raising questions on the spate of hoax bomb threats to schools in Delhi.
1 min
NIA to Probe Twin Blasts Outside Gurugram Restrobars
Anti-terror agency NIA has registered a case to probe two crude bomb explosions outside two nightclubs in Gurugram, official sources said on Monday.
1 min
21-Year-Old Uses AI Pictures to Extort College Student; Held
A 21-year-old man was arrested for allegedly sexually harassing a 19-year-old woman, a college student, by threatening to publicize pictures and videos of her created using artificial intelligence (AI) software unless she paid him ₹50,000, police said on Monday.
1 min
Life in prison for RG Kar hospital rapist, murderer
Strongly feel it is a heinous crime... We will plead for capital punishment of the convict at the High Court now MAMATA BANERJEE, West Bengal chief minister
8 mins
Not Satisfied': CM Seeks Death Sentence, Oppn Hits Out at TMC
Strongly feel it is a heinous crime... We will plead for capital punishment of the convict at the High Court now MAMATA BANERJEE, West Bengal chief minister
3 mins
Illegal cylinders under lens after Kumbh fire
A large number pilgrims attending the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj are using banned \"non-ISI\" marked 5kg LPG cylinders which, relatively cheaper and more portable than the regular domestic ones, pose a higher fire risk, an HT investigation found on Monday, a day after a major blaze triggered by a cylinder blast engulfed several tents at the world's largest religious gathering.
2 mins
5 Cops Guilty of Accused's Death in Custody in Badlapur: Probe
Parents of the Accused Had Raised Doubts on the Police's Claims of Opening Fire in Self-Defense in Sept Last Year
1 min
Death penalty to woman who poisoned boyfriend
A Kerala court on Monday sentenced to death 24-year-old Greeshma SS for poisoning her boyfriend in 2022, declining her prayer for leniency on account of her academic achievements, lack of prior criminal history, and the fact that she is an only daughter.
2 mins
Ambulance doors get stuck, woman being rushed to hospital dies
A 43-year-old woman died due to suffocation after the doors of an ambulance she was being rushed to a hospital after she attempted suicide got stuck for about 20 minutes, officials said on Monday.
1 min
U'khand cabinet nod to UCC rules
THE RULES WILL COME INTO FORCE ONCE THEY ARE NOTIFIED LATER THIS MONTH ON A DAY THAT STATE CM DHAMI WILL ANNOUNCE
2 mins
India-US ties: What will work, what needs work
Under Donald Trump, just like the past five American presidencies including his own, America's strategic relationship with India will deepen.
3 mins
Intruder's fingerprints found at Saif's house
The three questions yet to be answered
3 mins
Slugfest continues over 'infiltration' from B'desh
The political slugfest continued in Maharashtra on Monday, a day after police confirmed actor Saif Ali Khan's attacker to be a Bangladeshi national, with the opposition Shiv Sena (UBT) leaders holding the BJP-led Centre responsible for the attack, alleging it failed to curb alleged infiltration from the neighbouring country.
1 min
ALH grounding a setback, will sort it out soon: Defence secy
The grounding of the locally produced Dhruv advanced light helicopter (ALH) in the wake of a recent crash has come as a slight setback for the armed forces and it will not be taking part in the Republic Day flypast, defence secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh said on Monday.
2 mins
CBI Adds Graft Charges in Mahadev Case
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has registered a corruption and cheating case in connection with the Mahadev online betting app scandal, people familiar with developments said on Monday, roughly four months after the Chhattisgarh government asked the agency to probe the larger conspiracy and role of public servants in a case where former chief minister Bhupesh Baghel was earlier named.
1 min
The bovine beliefs of a man of science
Veezhinathan Kamakoti loves cows. More so if they are indigenous breeds. He also believes that cow urine has medicinal value. As a private individual, he has every right to stick to his beliefs, which are derived from faith-based claims than evidence provided by modern science.
1 min
Engaging with President Trump
India-US ties may be immune to a change of guard in Washington, but New Delhi should be prepared to respond to the challenges ahead
2 mins
Truce to peace, the challenge in Gaza
Sustained international engagement and goodwill from all parties will be essential to build on the Hamas-Israel ceasefire deal
4 mins
Donald Trump 2.0 and the limits of CEO as president
Donald J Trump has officially become the 47th President of the United States (US).
4 mins
The Lingering Pain of the Kashmiri Pandit Exodus
It has been more than three decades now since the unfortunate exodus of the Kashmiri Pandits began in January 1990.
3 mins
2 Maoists Killed in Gunfight, Says Odisha Top Cop
At least two Maoists, both women, were killed in an encounter with security forces at the Odisha-Chhattisgarh border on Monday, Odisha director general of police (DGP) YB Khurania said.
1 min
SC stays defamation trial against Rahul
The Supreme Court on Monday stayed defamation proceedings against Congress member of Parliament (MP) Rahul Gandhi in a 2018 case pending before a Jharkhand court on his comments against then BJP president Amit Shah referring to him as a \"murder accused\".
2 mins
Hyd man shot dead in US, kin urge govt to help bring body
A 26-year-old man from Hyderabad was shot dead by unidentified people at Washington Avenue in the US on Sunday, his family members told reporters on Monday.
1 min
SC grants custody of B'luru techie's son to his estranged wife
The Supreme Court on Monday rejected a petition filed by the mother of deceased Bengaluru-based engineer Atul Subhash seeking the custody of her four-year-old grandson, ruling that the minor child's custody will remain with the techie's estranged wife, Nikita Singhania, who is facing charges of abetting his suicide along with her family members.
1 min
Trump and the world: What lies ahead
President Donald J Trump has articulated a wide set of political and policy interests and picked an ideologically committed and personally loyal set of personnel to implement his agenda.
8 mins
Change marks tragic end for the Biden presidency
All political lives end in tragedy.
4 mins
New 'oligarchy' under fire as elites descend on Davos
A leading NGO warned Monday of an emerging \"aristocratic oligarchy\" with massive political clout and primed to profit from Donald Trump's presidency, as global elites descend on Davos for their annual confab.
1 min
Go First fails to take off, NCLT orders liquidation
The National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) ordered the liquidation of debt-laden Go First on Monday, bringing to an end a 20-month-long insolvency process after the grounded budget carrier failed to get any viable resolution plan.
1 min
Govt Eyes Pvt Play in Onion Logistics
Steep prices, rotting stocks and cartel concerns—The heartburn that comes with onion harvests every year may become a thing of the past, with the government looking to sign up private firms for efficient storage and transport of the kitchen staple to supplement its own buffer stocks.
1 min
India Set To Host 2025 Fide World Cup From Oct 31
India is all set to host possibly the most important chess tournament of the year, the Fide World Cup.
1 min
It's crazy, almost surreal: Karun Nair on Vijay Hazare run with bat
Karun Nair has reminded the cricketing world of his hunger for runs with a record-breaking Vijay Hazare Trophy campaign.
2 mins
Doing it like the greats: A special Sinner win made of guts and grit
A 6-3, 3-6, 6-2, 6-3 4th-rd win over Rune may seem like run-of-the-mill but it forced the ice-cool Italian to dig deep on Monday
3 mins
Lakshya needs to find ways to get over the line: Vimal
After losing the India Open first round to Lin Chun-Yi of Chinese Taipei last week, Lakshya Sen had said that it \"just wasn't his day\". The worrying matter is that India's top men's singles shuttler hasn't had many 'good days' since the Olympic Games.
2 mins
Haryana agro industry manager Gachli, wife booked for corruption
The Haryana anti-corruption bureau has filed a case against Anoop Kumar Gachli, the district manager of Haryana Agro Industries Corporation Limited, following an investigation into allegations of illicit wealth accumulation and misuse of office.
1 min
Have 5 or more challans? Pay up in 15 days or face licence, RC revocation
Despite multiple reminders and notices, a number of drivers have not paid fines.
1 min
Truck Hits Bike, Woman Pillion Rider Killed
A 53-year-old woman died while her husband suffered injuries after being hit by a speeding truck near the Sector 80 light point around 9.30 pm on Sunday.
1 min
4 Bike-Borne Youths Stab Man, Rob Him of Phone, Wallet in Sec 38
A 30-year-old man was stabbed and robbed by four unidentified persons near the Sector 25/38 light point on Saturday evening around 9 pm, when the victim was out to run some errands.
1 min
Metro project viable but profitable only after 10 yrs: Report
THE ESTIMATED COST OF THE TRICITY METRO PROJECT IS ₹24,000 CRORE
2 mins
HC defers mayoral elections; to be held after January 29
AAP mayor Kuldeep Dhalor had filed plea seeking quashing of UT's notification for polls on Jan 24, stating that his tenure is up to February 20
2 mins
Barber stabbed in Phase-7, five booked
Mataur police on Sunday booked five persons for stabbing a barber twice in the Phase-7 market one day after a fall out with his colleague on his birthday party.
2 mins
Central Panel Reviews UT's Flagship Projects
Delegation, comprising Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha members, will have an informal discussion with UT officials today
1 min
4 Get Life Term For Killing 18-Year-Old
A local court on Monday sentenced four people to life imprisonment for the murder of an 18-year-old man in 2022.
1 min
Snatchers' Gang Busted, Three Arrested
The district crime cell, Sector 24, busted a snatchers' gang near Batra Cinema, Sector 37, on Sunday. The operation led to the arrest of three suspects.
1 min
Court adjourns hearing as two witnesses fail to appear
Next hearing on April 21, case was to reach its conclusion by December 2024
2 mins
23,000 Challans Issued in Mohali in a Month
As Many As 205 Vehicles Also Impounded in This Period
1 min
Blazer Dresses Are Having a Moment - Here's How to Nail the Look
This trend reflects a shift towards multifaceted fashion, where the lines between professional and playful blur, showcasing that style can be both empowering and effortlessly chic. Masumi Mewawalla, Fashion designer
1 min
No mascara, no problem: That's 2025's hottest beauty trend
Even the best mascaras take a little effort to remove — but what if skipping them altogether became the hottest beauty trend of 2025?
1 min
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