Tag: Chandigarh

MiG-21 Retires: Squadron Leader Credits Iconic Fighter for 80% of 1971 War Victory

Inducted in 1963, the MiG-21 served as a cornerstone of India’s air power. The first squadron, the 28 Squadron, nicknamed ‘First Supersonics’, was India’s first supersonic fighter unit.

September 26, 2025

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to Attend MiG-21 Decommissioning Ceremony in Chandigarh

In a post on X, Singh said, “Today, 26th September, I shall be in Chandigarh. Shall attend the Decommissioning ceremony of IAF's MiG-21. Looking forward to it.”

September 26, 2025

Chandigarh: Chief Engineer assesses situation at Sukhna Lake, reviews damage

Despite the substantial rainfall and the necessary opening of the Sukhna Lake gates to release excess water, no major damage has been reported in the visited areas.

August 31, 2025

Chandigarh revises school timings as cold persists in North India

For students in Classes 9 to 12, physical classes will start only after 9:30 am and conclude by 3:30 pm Timings for staff can be adjusted accordingly.

January 5, 2025

AP Dhillon, Diljit Dosanjh spar on social media after Chandigarh concert

The incident unfolded when Dhillon appeared to take a subtle jab at Dosanjh during his performance, touching off a flurry of responses from both sides on social media.

December 22, 2024

PM Modi, Amit Shah inspect exhibition on implementation of new criminal laws in Chandigarh

PM Modi was accompanied by the Union Home Minister Amit Shah as he inspected the exhibition.

December 3, 2024

PM Modi to dedicate implementation of criminal laws to nation in Chandigarh today

The programme will showcase the practical application of these laws, demonstrating how they are already reshaping the criminal justice landscape.

December 3, 2024

Explosion reported at De’Orra restaurant in Punjab’s Chandigarh

The blast took place at around 3.15 am adding that no one was injured as the restaurant was closed at that time.

November 26, 2024

Chandigarh: Police offers Rs 2 lakh reward for information on suspects in sector 10 blast case

Earlier on Wednesday, police and forensic teams reached the incident spot to gather evidence. One person has been arrested in connection with the blast, they said.

September 12, 2024

Haryana HC directs police protection to Chandigarh businessman after alleged threat from BJP MP Kirron Kher

A businessman named Chaitanya, who is a resident of Mani Majra, had a financial dispute and business transactions regarding which he had the threat.

December 13, 2023