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What adaptations work with Gen-Z crowds and what fails? Haryana IPS officer O P Singh explores in his new book

September 30, 2025 2:53 pm

Talking about his new book, 'Why We Gather: Crowds, Smartphones and the Future of Democracy’, O P Singh explains what Gen-Z activism means for public order, how it differs from past waves of protest, and how governments must adapt to the double-edged nature of digitally native crowds.

Rs 20,000 per acre for 75 to 100% crop damage: Mann increases relief

September 30, 2025 9:45 am

Mann said that some of these philanthropists adopted villages for rehabilitation whereas Army and NDRF provided state of the art apparatus for the relief work.

Amid demand for minister, secy removal, Assembly passes flood resolution slamming central aid

September 30, 2025 9:45 am

The resolution was passed unanimously in the absence of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) legislators.

Jalandhar Park fight returns to court for third time in 15 yrs

September 30, 2025 9:12 am

The present petitioners point out that five of the original six petitioners are no longer alive, while the sixth has moved abroad.

Over Rs 3 cr in fines imposed for adulterated milk and dairy in Punjab

September 29, 2025 6:54 pm

HC PIL exposes widespread contamination; state admits prosecutions rare despite penalties

Tricity on a Plate | A 50-year-old tandoor stall in Sector 8 keeps Chandigarh’s culinary tradition alive

September 28, 2025 2:54 pm

Vlogging and photography are strictly prohibited—a quiet assertion of the stall’s preference for authenticity over internet fame.

Chandigarh: ‘Didn’t share OTP with anyone, just clicked on a link and lost money in three minutes’

September 28, 2025 12:52 am

As per the police, the scammers reportedly accessed the online banking of Om Prakash and used it for buying gold and used it online too

3 accused involved in high-value cyber financial fraud cases held

September 27, 2025 10:46 pm

Ansari confessed to working with accomplices to lure investors and provided investigators with details that may lead to further arrests, said the police.

In latest video, absconding Punjab MLA Harmeet Singh Pathanmajra alleges family harassment

September 27, 2025 5:31 pm

Punjab AAP MLA Harmeet Singh Pathanmajra, who has been booked in a rape case, has alleged that his family is being harassed by the Patiala police.

What's On | Clay Fest 2025: Chandigarh hosts studio pottery collective at the Government Museum and Art Gallery

September 27, 2025 5:18 pm

Eighteen potters from across India have exhibited a range of ceramics from expressive art pieces to functional tableware, home décor, and clay jewellery.

North India wakes up to a cold and foggy morning

December 20, 2022 1:24 pm

Patiala clashes: Violence breaks out between two groups over 'anti-khalistan' march

April 30, 2022 11:51 am

The violent clash between two groups in Patiala, with protesters waving swords and pelting stones, is the first major test for the 43-day-old Bhagwant Singh Mann government.

In pictures: How Chandigarh celebrated the three-day Rose Festival 2022

February 27, 2022 3:45 pm

The 50th Chandigarh Rose Festival at the Zakir Hussain Rose Garden was held over the weekend. Musical evenings full of entertainment were arranged for visitors on the golden jubilee of the festival this year

49th Rose Festival begins in Chandigarh; see pics

February 27, 2021 5:15 pm

High-velocity dust storm, rain kills over 108 in North India

May 03, 2018 9:03 pm

A severe intensity dust storm followed by thunder showers hit Bikaner, Delhi and parts of Chandigarh on Wednesday evening which threw normal life out of gear as visibility dropped to very low levels.

Chandigarh: Heavy rains lash city causing flood-like situation

August 21, 2017 2:42 pm

Chandigarh: Unprecedented rain on Monday in many parts of the city and surrounding areas caused a flood-like situation. The Mohali airport has not been able to escape waterlogging as well. Panchkula has also been affected and daily life has been disrupted.

Chandigarh 'stalking' case: City holds 'Bekhauf Azaadi March' to raise awareness on women's safety

August 12, 2017 10:08 am

Chandigarh stalking case: Residents of the city held a 'Bekhauf Azaadi March' on Friday night, to raise awareness on women's safety. Spearheaded by theatre person Amy Singh, the march was attended by scores of people. It was held in the wake of the arrest of Haryana BJP chief Subash Barala's son, Vikas, who is accused of chasing and stalking a senior IAS officer's daughter, Varnika.

Parents carry children to school as water levels of Ghaggar river rise

June 22, 2020 6:15 pm

Parents in Panchkula's Koti village had to carry their children to school as water levels of the Ghaggar river rose after incessant rains in the past few days.

Protest At Chandigarh Press Club For Violence Against Journalists

June 22, 2020 6:31 pm

Dera Followers Waiting For Ram Rahim Rape Case Verdict In Panchkula

June 22, 2020 6:55 pm

Chandigarh Stalking Case: CCTV Footage Of Car Released

June 22, 2020 6:56 pm

Opinion | Why Is Haryana BJP CM Defending A Man Who Stalked A Young Girl?

June 22, 2020 6:56 pm

Google Says It Has No Record Of Hiring Chandigarh Student On Rs 1.44 cr salary

June 22, 2020 6:57 pm

Chandigarh Administration ordered a probe into the official statement released by its Education Department on Harshit Sharma's "selection by Google" at a trainee stipend of Rs 4 lakh per month.

Chandigarh Could Face Complete Liquor Ban From April 1 Following 2016 Supreme Court Judgment

June 22, 2020 7:09 pm

Chandigarh: Student Killed After Being Hit Allegedly By Drunk Driver

June 22, 2020 7:11 pm

Rohtak traders demand compensation for their loss

February 23, 2016 6:37 am

Rohtak, Feb 23 (ANI): The traders, whose shops were either burnt down or looted during the quota stir by the Jat community in Rohtak, Haryana, took to the streets and urged the government to compensate them for their losses at the earliest. A shopkeeper, Gulshan Dang, said, "I want to urge the Narendra Modi-led government to compensate our losses 100 percent without any delay." Another shopkeeper, Anil Kumar said that he is left with no source of income after his two showrooms were burnt down by the protestors. He asked PM Modi and Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar that why are common people suffering who don't relate to Jat demands.

NH-1 blocked by Jat protestors reopens

February 23, 2016 6:34 am

Sonipat (Haryana), Feb 23 (ANI): The National Highway-1, which connects Delhi and Chandigarh, was reopened for traffic on Tuesday. The 456 kilometre-long highway had been blockaded by Jat agitators demanding reservation in government jobs and institutions.