Joint venture formed for Chandigarh international airportSeptember 17th, 2009 CHANDIGARH/NEW DELHI - A joint venture company, Chandigarh International Airport Private Limited, has been formed between the Airports Authority of India (AAI) and governments of Punjab and Haryana for the execution of a multi-million project for an international airport at Chandigarh. The JV agreement was signed between the three parties in New Delhi Thursday.
Heavy rains lash Chandigarh, neighbouring statesSeptember 10th, 2009 CHANDIGARH - For the second successive day, Chandigarh and most parts of its neighbouring states Punjab and Haryana were lashed by heavy to very heavy rains Thursday. Nearly 50 mm of rainfall was recorded in Chandigarh Thursday till 3 p.m.
Stink in Chandigarh, courtesy waste management plantAugust 20th, 2009 CHANDIGARH - A multi-million rupee solid waste management plant has literally raised a stink in Chandigarh, one of the greenest cities in the country, prompting numerous complaints from residents. A foul smell emanates from residential areas within an eight-kilometre radius of the municipal corporation plant located in Dadu Majra in Sector 25 (west).
'Wah! Chandigarh' to celebrate spirit of cityAugust 12th, 2009 CHANDIGARH - In a bid to commemorate the spirit of Chandigarh, the local administration in collaboration with the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) is organising a campaign called "Wah! Chandigarh - Celebrating the Spirit of Chandigarh". The three-month campaign will start Aug 13 and include an assortment of activities that will involve almost every resident.
Chandigarh on international flight map by AugustJuly 15th, 2009 CHANDIGARH - Chandigarh will come on the international aviation map from August, said a top Punjab government official here Wednesday. "International flights from here will begin in August.
PM's alma mater gets Rs 50 croreJuly 6th, 2009 NEW DELHI/CHANDIGARH - Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee Monday announced a grant of Rs 500 million (Rs.50 crore) for Panjab University in Chandigarh, the alma mater of Prime Minister Manmohan Singh. "I announce a grant of Rs 50 crore for Panjab University," Mukherjee said in his budget speech.
Heavy rains in Chandigarh, surrounding areasJune 29th, 2009 CHANDIGARH - After clouds played hide and seek during the day, heavy to moderate rains lashed Chandigarh and the surrounding areas of Haryana and Punjab late Monday. The showers provided Chandigarh residents with the much-needed relief from the scorching heat, causing a dip in temperature.
Tripura announces economic package for poor girlsJune 10th, 2009 AGARTALA - The Left Front government in Tripura Wednesday announced a special economic package for poor girl children to continue their education and maintain minimum nourishment. "Under the scheme, the state government would provide Rs.300 to the mother of two girl children every month for their care and education," said Chief Minister Manik Sarkar.
Condom promotion month for AIDS awarenessJune 8th, 2009 CHANDIGARH - In a novel mode of AIDS awareness, a non-governmental organisation in Chandigarh is holding 'Condom Promotion Month'. Launched jointly by Yuvsatta and State AIDS Control Society, the month long campaign includes a magic show that aims to spread AIDS awareness among truckers.
Chandigarh all-boys school fights for girl childMay 22nd, 2009 CHANDIGARH - One of the city's oldest schools - a well known all-boys institution at that - has quietly taken up the cause of the girl child. The effort of St.
Buses in Chandigarh to don new lookApril 21st, 2009 CHANDIGARH - Pictures of popular destinations like Sukhna Lake and Rock Garden will be displayed on public transport buses here to promote tourism, an official said Tuesday. 'Chandigarh is famous all across the country for its tourist spots.
Rainfall lowers temperature in Chandigarh, neighbouring statesMarch 25th, 2009 CHANDIGARH - Rainfall at regular intervals in the union territory of Chandigarh and its neighbouring states of Punjab and Haryana has lowered the day and night temperature in the region. 'Due to western disturbances, there has been moderate to heavy rainfall in most parts of Punjab, Chandigarh, Himachal Pradesh and in some regions of Haryana.
Jaspal Bhatti to contest polls... Wants to be PM!March 17th, 2009 CHANDIGARH - Sounding his election bugle with a colourful brass band in tow here, comedian-actor Jaspal Bhatti Monday announced that he would contest the forthcoming Lok Sabha elections with his newly-formed Recession Party and would only aim to become the prime minister. Announcing his candidature for the Chandigarh Lok Sabha seat, Bhatti said the purpose behind his contesting the election was to overcome his own joblessness and improve his own financial health in these recessionary times.
Chandigarh dedicates Lohri celebrations to girl childJanuary 11th, 2009 CHANDIGARH - Chandigarh dedicated the Lohri festival this year to the girl child as the city celebrated the day Monday with great enthusiasm and fanfare. Families who were blessed with their first girl child in 2008 and families having only daughters were honoured by the municipal corporation officials during the Lohri celebrations at the Terrace Garden in Sector 33.
Complaint against Ajay Devgun for smoking at public placeJanuary 5th, 2009 CHANDIGARH - A Chandigarh-based non-government organisation (NGO) Tuesday filed a complaint against Bollywood actor Ajay Devgun for allegedly smoking at a public place. 'We have submitted a written complaint at the offices of senior superintendent of police and director of health services, Chandigarh.
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