CHANDIGARH

New Chandigarh (SAS Nagar), July 6 Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Thursday said that the state government will soon start mobile vans for early detection of the cancer in the villages across the state.   Addressing the gathering here after inaugurating the IPD services in the Homi Bhabha Memorial
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Delegation from Milton Keynes City Council Visits Chandigarh for Sustainable Urban Development Collaboration

A delegation from Milton Keynes City Council, led by Councillor Mr. Peter Marland, arrived in Chandigarh as part of the ongoing UK Partnering for Accelerated Climate Transitions (UK PACT) project. The purpose of the visit was to facilitate knowledge exchange and collaboration in sustainable urban development between Milton Keynes City
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LGBTQIA+ models redefined the boundaries of fashion

Queer fashion extravaganza unveils diversity, creativity and chutzpah Chandigarh, June 23, 2023 (Kulbir Kalsi) Around 30 LGBTQIA+ models redefined the boundaries of fashion and celebrated their diverse identities when they took to the ramp during a fashion show, ‘Kaleidoscope’, at Roadies Koffeehouz, here. Organised by Queering in Chandigarh (QIC), a
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SGPC Delegation Meets Punjab Governor, Seeks Nullification of Sikh Gurdwaras Bill

A delegation from the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) met with Punjab Governor Banwarilal Purohit on Thursday to request the nullification of the Sikh Gurdwaras (Amendment) Bill, 2023. The bill was recently passed by the state assembly and aims to ensure free-to-air telecast of Gurbani, the holy scriptures of Sikhism.
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Biden Administration to Ease Restrictions on Indians for Living and Working in the US

The Biden administration is reportedly planning to ease restrictions for Indians seeking to live and work in the United States. During Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s state visit, the U.S. State Department is expected to announce a pilot program that would allow a limited number of Indian and other foreign workers
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BBMB Celebrates 9th International Day of Yoga with Enthusiasm Day of Yoga

Chandigarh: The Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB) marked the 9th International Day of Yoga on June 21, 2023, with fervor, organizing yoga sessions at its various project sites.   In Chandigarh, a yoga session was held at the BBMB Rest House inSector 35-B, under the guidance of renowned yoga instructor
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Punjab Police (Amendment) Bill, 2023 passed by Vidhan Sabha faces two hurdles

Two major hurdles First assent from Governor then Judicial Review by Supreme Court   On June 20, 2023, the Punjab Vidhan Sabha (State Assembly) passed the Punjab Police (Amendment) Bill, 2023. This bill amends Section 6 of the Punjab Police Act, 2007, which pertains to the selection and term of
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Spirit of sacrifice is akin to people of Punjab and Bengal – Governor Banwari Lal

The West Bengal Foundation Day Celebration took place at Punjab Raj Bhawan in Chandigarh. This event is part of the State Foundation Day Celebrations held under the National Integration initiative. Previously, Punjab Raj Bhawan and UT Administration jointly celebrated the Foundation Days of Gujarat, Maharashtra, Goa, Sikkim, and Telangana. Governor
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“Kamdhenu Paints Hosts ‘Kamdhenu Sensational Bollywood Night’ to Recognize and Inspire Channel Partners”

Kamdhenu Paints, a leading manufacturer of paints and emulsions, recently organized the ‘Kamdhenu Sensational Bollywood Night’ to recognize and inspire its channel partners. The two-day event brought together over 800 dealers from across the country and their families. The event featured special guests, including former Miss World Manushi Chillar and
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‘DAKSHTA For Young Professionals’ now Live at iGOT Karmayogi

A new curated collection, DAKSHTA (Development of Attitude, Knowledge, Skill for Holistic Transformation in Administration) For Young Professionals, is now Live on the iGOT Karmayogi Platform. Tailored for Young Professionals & Consultants engaged in Government, this collection (consisting of 18 courses) seeks to build functional, domain and behavioural competencies by acquainting
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