Hindustan Times Chandigarh - January 30, 2025
Hindustan Times Chandigarh - January 30, 2025
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January 30, 2025
CM Mann Calls Cabinet Meet on Feb 10
The Punjab cabinet is set to meet under the chairmanship of chief minister Bhagwant Mann in Chandigarh on February 10.
1 min
Bishnoi acquitted in 2021 extortion case as complainant turns hostile
Matter to be taken up as and when accused Goldy Brar is arrested or produced by police or if he himself surrenders, orders court
1 min
India has legitimate concerns on Khalistan activity in Canada
While the final report of a public inquiry alleged that India is the \"second most active country engaging in electoral foreign interference in Canada\", it also appeared to acknowledge India's \"legitimate\" concerns over the pro-Khalistan movement in Canada.
1 min
Kanishka bombing accused's killer awarded life sentence
A 24-year-old accused in the 2022 murder of Ripudaman Singh Malik has been sentenced to life imprisonment without the option of parole for 20 years.
1 min
NHM Workers to Launch 'Pol Khol' Campaign Against AAP in Delhi
Upset over unmet pay hike demands, Punjab's National Health Mission (NHM) employees will launch a 'Pol Khol' campaign in Delhi on February 1 and 2 against the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP).
1 min
HC Tribunal Confirms Extension of 5-Yr Ban on SFJ
A tribunal of the Delhi high court has confirmed the extension of a five-year ban imposed on pro-Khalistan separatist group Sikhs For Justice (SFJ) founded by US-based lawyer Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, citing a slew of subversive activities carried out by the outfit.
1 min
Bathinda thermal plant lake to be redeveloped into rowing hub
WILL BE USED TO TRAIN BUDDING ATHLETES AND HOST NATIONAL ROWING EVENTS
1 min
ED Attaches LIT Officials' Assets Worth ₹5.5 Crore
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has provisionally attached ₹5.58 crore worth of immovable properties and bank balances of Ludhiana Improvement Trust (LIT) officials, including former chairperson Raman Bala Subramaniam, executive officer Kuljit Kaur, and others, under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002.
1 min
Man shoots father-in-law dead in Haryana village
Jhajjar police have booked a person for allegedly killing his father-in-law with his revolver in an inebriated state at Mandothi village on Tuesday night, said police on Wednesday.
1 min
Phagwara mayoral poll: HC appoints ex-judge as observer
Justice Harbans Lal (retd) has been appointed as an independent observer for elections to be held on February 1
2 mins
In rural Punjab, govt pre-primary schools see surge in enrolment
Government pre-primary schools have seen an almost three-fold rise in enrolment among three-year-old students, according to the latest Annual Status of Education Report (ASER) 2024 for rural Punjab, released by the Pratham Foundation on Tuesday.
1 min
BJP to Appoint Hindu Face With Strong Punjab Roots as New State Chief
Announcement Likely in First Week of March
1 min
Kaithal Asst Taxation Official Held for Graft
The Anti Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Wednesday said it arrested an assistant excise and taxation officer (AETO) posted in Kaithal for allegedly accepting a bribe of ₹1.40 lakh.
1 min
Sonepat court issues notice to Kejriwal
Asks ex-Delhi CM to appear in person before the court on Feb 17, the next date of hearing, if he had any contentions in the matter
3 mins
Shooter killed in encounter with Hry Police, STF
Days after a Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) leader from Ambala was shot dead by armed assailants in Naraingarh, Haryana Police and special task force (STF), in a combined operation, shot dead one of the alleged shooters in an encounter in neighbouring Mullana town on Wednesday.
1 min
Haryana CM Inaugurates Five-Day Int'l Saraswati Festival
Haryana chief minister (CM) Nayab Singh Saini on Wednesday inaugurated the five-day International Saraswati Mahotsav-2025 from Adibadri in Yamunanagar's Bilaspur sub-division.
1 min
Sonepat court issues notice to Kejriwal
Asks ex-Delhi CM to appear in person before the court on Feb 17, the next date of hearing, if he had any contentions in the matter
5 mins
SC Orders Haryana to Pay ₹5 Lakh Each to 3 Men Wrongly Convicted of Murder
The Supreme Court on Wednesday directed the Haryana government to pay ₹5 lakh each in compensation to three men who were wrongfully convicted of murder and sentenced to life imprisonment, holding the public prosecutor responsible for the miscarriage of justice and highlighting systemic flaws in the appointment of prosecutors based \"solely on political considerations\" rather than merit.
2 mins
Kejriwal response to ECI: 'For public good, no violation'
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) chief Arvind Kejriwal on Wednesday responded to the Election Commission of India (ECI) over the Yamuna water row, insisting that his remarks were focused on a public health crisis rather than violating any poll code.
2 mins
State Human Rights Panel Seeks Report From Edu Dept
The Haryana Human Rights Commission (HHRC) has taken cognisance of a complaint filed by a transgender person who alleged that the education department has failed to grant recognition to a school run by her for underprivileged children.
2 mins
CBI Court Convicts 3 Central Excise Officials in Bribery Case
The CBI special court, Panchkula, has convicted three central excise officials in a graft case dating back to 2017.
1 min
Parents, Students Protest Over Corporal Punishment
Group of parents and students locked the gates of a private school in Charkhi Dadri's Mandola village on Wednesday to protest against the alleged corporal punishment meted out to 12 students on Republic Day.
1 min
Top Court Takes Note of Dallewal Taking Medical Aid
The Supreme Court on Wednesday took judicial notice of farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal taking medical aid and expressing his desire to participate in the meeting with the Centre's representatives on February 14 in Chandigarh.
1 min
Illegal migrants from Hry face uncertain future, kin worried
SITUATION REFLECTS LARGER ISSUE OF ILLEGAL IMMIGRATION NETWORKS IN INDIA AND THE FINANCIAL BURDEN ON FAMILIES
3 mins
J&K Police Raid 25 Premises in Rajouri 'Linked to Terrorists'
Police on Wednesday conducted raids at 25 locations in Rajouri district to smash a terror network of proscribed Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terror outfits, which have been working to activate overground workers, officials said.
1 min
Build organisation than issuing lists
A day after Congress' state in-charge Deepak Babaria issued lists of party's district heads, coordinators and others in view of the upcoming civic body elections, Congress MP Varun Chaudhary on Wednesday wrote to Babaria expressing his concern over the absence of the organisation in the state.
1 min
Amritsar college, principal fined ₹1L for cancelling MBBS admission
HC also saddled Punjab govt with a compensation of ₹50,000 to be paid to the petitioner student
3 mins
SC Ends Domicile Quota for PG Medical Course
Judgment arises from a legal challenge to domicile-based quota at GMCH in Chandigarh
2 mins
Cong woos Delhi voters with jobs, houses, subsidies
The Congress on Wednesday made an array of promises for different sections of society and on key issues, in its election manifesto for the Delhi Assembly elections.
1 min
Er Rashid Moves Delhi HC, Seeks Interim Bail
Jammu and Kashmir MP Engineer Rashid on Wednesday moved the Delhi high court seeking interim bail in a terror-funding case.
1 min
Father fell, trampled by hordes in blink of an eye
Jai Prakash Soni's voice quivered as he recounted the heartbreaking loss of his mother, Sheela, in the stampede that struck Sangam Ghat in Prayagraj on Wednesday morning.
2 mins
People, panic, pain: Anatomy of a disaster
As the night progressed, the Maha Kumbh mela grounds were filled with devotees awaiting their ritual bath. Many had been sleeping on the ground near the ghats, while others sat in groups chanting prayers. Around 2 a.m., a stampede was triggered by a surge of pilgrims trying to reach the bathing areas for the 3 a.m. auspicious hour, a time believed to be particularly sacred for the ritual dip.
3 mins
Cop on duty among 30 killed during stampede
A police sub-inspector was among the 30 killed during the tragic Maha Kumbh stampede on Wednesday, officers familiar with the development said.
1 min
Govt steps in to arrest airfares amid Maha Kumbh
Union consumer affairs minister Pralhad Joshi on Wednesday said that his ministry has written to the airline regulator, the directorate general of civil aviation (DGCA), to take steps to \"reduce\" exorbitant airfares, which have made it difficult for devotees to attend the Maha Kumbh, the massive Hindu religious gathering currently underway in Prayagraj.
2 mins
Bombay High Court Grants Bail to Six Accused in Pansare Murder Case
The Bombay high court on Wednesday granted bail to six accused in the case of killing of CPI leader and trade union activist Govind Pansare in 2015, on the ground of their long incarceration and considering that the trial is not likely to be completed in the near future.
1 min
Heartbreaking and a lesson': UP CM orders judicial probe into stampede
STATE ALSO ANNOUNCED FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE OF ₹25 LAKH FOR THE FAMILIES OF THOSE KILLED
1 min
Chaos at UP borders as govt bars vehicle entry to Prayagraj
Thousands of pilgrims and vehicles have been stranded at both eastern and western borders of Uttar Pradesh after authorities halted entry to Prayagraj following a stampede at the Maha Kumbh in the early hours of Wednesday, creating a major challenge across multiple states.
2 mins
Akharas depart from norm, defer holy dip
In an unprecedented display of accommodation, sadhus of the 13 recognised Akharas - ancient Hindu monastic orders - postponed their ritualistic bathing procession at the Maha Kumbh following Wednesday's early morning stampede that claimed at least 30 lives.
2 mins
Frame a law that governs live-ins: HC to state, Centre
The Rajasthan high court on Wednesday said that the central and the state government should frame a law to govern live-in relationships, and that until this gets done, the state government should appoint a competent authority or tribunal where such relationships can be registered.
1 min
Manipur Shifts 70 Officers
The N Biren Singh-led government in Manipur issued two separate orders on Tuesday reshuffling 70 officers across various services with immediate effect.
1 min
Century and counting: Isro's 100th mission from Sriharikota takes off
At 6.23am on Wednesday, when a GSLV-F15 rocket carrying the NVS-02 took off from the Indian Space Research Organisation's launch centre at Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh, it wasn't just another satellite launch by the space agency.
1 min
Woman raped, attacked with acid in Assam
A 30-year-old woman was allegedly raped by her neighbour in front of her kids in Cachar district of Assam, police said on Wednesday, adding that the woman also suffered 70% injuries after the accused threw an \"acid-like\" substance at her.
1 min
Apex Court Seeks Fir Details in Triple Talaq Cases
The Supreme Court on Wednesday directed the Union government to provide data on criminal cases registered under the Muslim Women (Protection of Rights on Marriage) Act, 2019, which criminalises the pronouncement of instant triple talaq by Muslim men, undertaking the judicial scrutiny over the necessity and proportionality of the penal provisions imposed by the law.
1 min
Central team focuses on source, diagnosis amid GBS cases surge
The seven-member central team deployed to assist the state government in managing cases of Guillain-Barre Syndrome is looking at the diagnosis itself, and also tracking the source that may be triggering the syndrome, according to people familiar with the matter.
1 min
UP's Maha Kumbh Tableau Emerges on Top
The Maha Kumbh-themed tableau of Uttar Pradesh was adjudged the best among all states and UTs that participated in the Republic Day parade this year, the ministry of defence announced on Wednesday.
1 min
9 Indians Among 15 Killed in Road Accident in Saudi Arabia
Nine Indian nationals were among 15 people killed in a road accident in Saudi Arabia that occurred when a bus collided with a trailer, with the Indian consulate in Jeddah saying on Wednesday that it is providing support to families of the victims.
1 min
Cabinet Nod to Critical Minerals Mission in Green Energy Boost
The Union cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved the launch of the National Critical Mineral Mission to establish an effective framework to make India self-reliant in critical minerals—key for the renewable energy sector, particularly for solar panels, wind turbines, batteries, and electric vehicles.
1 min
Woman Dies Of Suspected GBS In Pune, 2nd Case In Maha In A Week
A 56-year-old woman from Pune is suspected to have succumbed to Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) at the state-run Sassoon General Hospital on Wednesday, the second such case in a week, officials from the public health department said.
1 min
SC Calls For Law To Secure Domestic Workers' Rights
The Supreme Court on Wednesday lamented the lack of statutory protection for millions of domestic workers across the country, while urging the Union government to enact a comprehensive law to safeguard their rights and directing the Centre to constitute a committee to examine within six months the feasibility of such a legislative framework.
1 min
Panel adopts report on Waqf bill by 15-11 margin
The joint parliamentary committee (JPC) on the Waqf (Amendment) Bill on Wednesday adopted a report containing the changes to the contentious legislation by a 15-11 vote amid dissent by Opposition lawmakers, people aware of the matter said.
2 mins
SC: Death penalty an exception, not the rule
The Supreme Court has reaffirmed that not every case of multiple murders qualifies as a \"rarest of rare\" instance warranting the death penalty, particularly when there is potential for reform.
1 min
The Messaging in Uttarakhand's UCC
There are two takeaways from the implementation of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in Uttarakhand this week.
1 min
Securing future with a minerals mission
The National Critical Minerals Mission seeks to meet India's national security needs and the 'net zero by 2070' target in a responsible manner, by building a broad global coalition
3 mins
The Tragedy at Maha Kumbh
Managing a crowd of tens of millions is a tall task, but better planning was needed to prevent Wednesday's stampede deaths
2 mins
H-1B Debate Is a Vote on America's Future
The H-1B visa programme has been instrumental in driving the growth of America's tech industry over the past four decades.
4 mins
Gandhi and the meaning of dharma and Violence
I had just got into a taxi when the driver began shouting at some unknown offender in the chaotic traffic. His rage was so overpowering that he started to get out of the cab, determined to beat the other driver who had annoyed him.
3 mins
Trump, Musk Discuss Speeding Up Return of Williams From ISS
President Donald Trump said on Tuesday night he had asked Elon Musk's SpaceX to return two NASA astronauts from the International Space Station (ISS), who were already scheduled to fly back on a SpaceX capsule in March.
1 min
Federal Workers Offered Eight Months Salary As Exit Package
The Trump administration announced on Tuesday that it is offering buyouts to all federal employees who opt to leave their jobs by next week — an unprecedented move to shrink the US government at breakneck speed.
1 min
Govt hikes ethanol price to aid blending
The Cabinet’s committee on economic affairs chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday cleared an increase in the price of ethanol, a by-product of sugar, which state-run petrol retailers buy from millers, a move that will aid the country’s fuel-blending programme and ensure higher prices for farmers to cover increased cultivation costs.
1 min
Putin Says Talks With Ukraine Possible, But Not With Zelensky
Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Tuesday that his country could hold peace talks with Ukraine, but ruled out speaking directly with President Volodymyr Zelensky, whom he called \"illegitimate\".
1 min
Fertiliser PSU sale may start with smaller firms
NITI AAYOG HAD IDENTIFIED EIGHT PUBLIC SECTOR FERTILISER MAKERS FOR A PROPOSED STRATEGIC SALE IN 2022
2 mins
Trump White House rescinds order freezing federal grants
The White House Office of Management and Budget has rescinded a Trump administration directive pausing federal loans, grants and other financial assistance, a White House official said on Wednesday.
2 mins
Sen inspiring shuttlers in home state
The crowd erupted in cheers as Uttarakhand shuttlers Aditi Bhatt and Angel Punera clinched the deciding doubles against Gujarat's Tasnim Mir and Shreya Lele, handing the home team a resounding start in the women's team event at the National Games here.
4 mins
Khawaja, Smith Tons Power Oz to 330/2 in Galle
Steve Smith stood unbeaten on 104 after crossing 10,000 Test runs and helped Australia pummel Sri Lanka alongside fellow centurion Usman Khawaja on Day 1 of the opening Test on Wednesday.
2 mins
Hardik under the lens in changing India T20 set-up
In 88 T20I innings so far, Hardik Pandya has remained unbeaten 25 times.
2 mins
Kohli spreads some love in Delhi ahead of Ranji return
The yearning, awe and nostalgia have placed the questions around his form on the backburner
3 mins
Ramita tops high quality qualifying
Paris Olympics finalist Ramita Jindal made a big statement as she topped the 10m air rifle qualification with a stunning score of 634.9 — which was better than the world record score of 634.5 by South Korea's Ban Hyojin — in the 38th National Games here.
1 min
Pvt firm set to take over power dept in February
Kolkata-based Eminent Electricity Distribution Limited (EEDL) deposited ₹871 crore with the UT administration on Wednesday, paving the way for the company to take full control of Chandigarh's electricity department in the first week of February.
2 mins
FIR Against Outgoing Mayor Threatens AAP-Congress Majority in Poll Today
Kuldeep Dhalor booked for corruption; his absence and possible cross-voting could sway crucial election in favour of BJP
3 mins
Mohali MC slaps notices on 14 showrooms over property tax dues
THE SHOWROOMS, INCLUDING JEWELLERY SHOWROOMS IN PHASES 1, 2, 3B2 & 6, HAVE NOT PAID PROPERTY TAX FOR MANY YEARS
2 mins
Lalpura Speaks on Power of Togetherness
CHANDIGARH: Chairman of the National Commission of Minorities, Iqbal Singh Lalpura spoke on the topic \"Power of togetherness, fostering harmonies in our communities\" in an event organised by the Post Graduate Government College for Girls, Sector 11, on Wednesday.
1 min
Husband to spend seven years in jail for dowry death
Three members of his family acquitted as prosecution fails to prove charges
2 mins
Trio Held With Four Snatched Mobile Phones In Mohali
Three days after a trio robbed a pedestrian of his mobile phone in Balongi, police arrested the accused on Tuesday.
1 min
Kataria Slams Low Conviction Rate in UT, Demands Progress
Expresses Appreciation for the Increased Conviction Rate in Cases Related to NDPS Act
2 mins
CHB board meeting postponed to Feb 12
THE MEET, INITIALLY SET TO BE CONVENED AFTER A GAP OF AROUND 20 MONTHS ON JANUARY 31, FACES SECOND DELAY
1 min
Human rights panel inspects Model Jail
The Punjab State and Chandigarh Human Rights Commission (PSHRC), which holds jurisdiction over the UT in matters arising under the Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993, conducted an inspection of Model Jail, Sector 51, on Wednesday, to assess the living conditions of inmates and review human rights concerns.
1 min
'Would've been a bigger star had I not turned down problematic roles'
Actor Siddharth has admitted that his career trajectory would have been very different if he had said yes to certain projects that might be considered problematic today.
1 min
Maha Kumbh Sees a Stampede-like Situation; Hema Malini Calls It 'Sad'
A stampede-like situation occurred in the early hours of Wednesday at the Triveni Sangam amid the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh).
1 min
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