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4.2 mm rain lashes Chandigarh, more on the cards

Gusty winds up to 40 km/h and lightning accompanied the showers that caused the mercury in Chandigarh to drop by four notches between 8.30 pm and 11.30 pm

Commuters caught in rain in Chandigarh on Thursday evening. (Keshav Singh/HT)
Published on Mar 31, 2023 03:19 AM IST
By, Chandigarh

Garbage piles on in Kharar as sanitation workers continue strike for third day

The Kharar Municipal Council Employees’ Union and sanitation staff are at loggerheads with the municipal council for not accepting their demand of converting the outsourced employees to contractual staff

With the garbage workers continuing their strike for the third day on Thursday, mounds of garbage remained piled along roadsides in Kharar. (HT Photo)
Published on Mar 31, 2023 03:19 AM IST
By, Mohali

Road rage: Duo misbehaves with Panchkula councillor, her husband over car parking

Ritu Goel, the councillor from Panchkula’s ward number 3, said on Wednesday, she, along with her husband, Vikas Goel, had visited Durga Temple in Sector 7, Panchkula, around 11.20 am

Panchkula police have registered a case against the accused at the Sector-7 police station. (Istock)
Published on Mar 31, 2023 03:19 AM IST
By, Panchkula

Chandigarh admn notifies implementation of central service rules for its employees

The notification of implementation of central service rules, issued by Chandigarh administrator Banwarilal Purohit, will benefit over 20,000 UT employees, including those with the municipal corporation, who were previously governed by the Punjab service rules

In Chandigarh, while most unions of employees, particularly teachers and nurses, had welcomed the move, some unions had argued that it would lower the pay scales. (HT FILE PHOTO)
Updated on Mar 31, 2023 03:19 AM IST
By, Chandigarh

Man killed as drunk friend rams Thar into road divider in Chandigarh

The Thar driver had spent the night drinking at a club with two friends before heading out around 3 am; vehicle was being driven at 120 km per hour when the accident took place, say Chandigarh Police

The driver of the Mahindra Thar was arrested. He escaped with injuries, while his 25-year-old friend, a father of two, was flung out of the car, leading to fatal injuries. (HT Photo)
Published on Mar 31, 2023 03:18 AM IST
By, Chandigarh

Finland clears last hurdle to join NATO, flanked by Turkey

Finland and its neighbour Sweden ended decades of military non-alignment and decided to join NATO last May.

Finland never seriously discussed NATO membership until Putin went to war.(Reuters)
Published on Mar 31, 2023 03:07 AM IST
AFP | | Posted by Shobhit Gupta

Career Horoscope Today, March 31, 2023: Tips to overcome financial risks

Daily Horoscope Today, March 31 2023: Get daily career astrological predictions that will help you prosper at your workplace.

Career Horoscope March 31, 2023: Get daily career and money astrological predictions that will help you make right decisions for your growth.
Published on Mar 31, 2023 03:00 AM IST

US court sanctions Google in data privacy case: 'Alphabet took too long to…'

The latest ruling said Google failed to comply with a deadline stemming from a court order last year that imposed sanctions on the company.

 Google has said its Chrome browser users consented to the company's data collection.(Reuters)
Published on Mar 31, 2023 02:53 AM IST
Reuters | | Posted by Shobhit Gupta

Florida passes bill allowing people to carry concealed guns without permit

Florida has given nod to a bill to allow anyone who can legally own a gun in Florida to carry one without a permit.

Protesters gather inside the Tennessee State Capitol to call for an end to gun violence and support stronger gun laws after a deadly shooting at the Covenant School in Nashville, Tennessee, US.(REUTERS)
Published on Mar 31, 2023 02:40 AM IST
PTI |

Bipartisan US lawmakers introduce bill to cut Google, Facebook ad clout

The bill targets Alphabet's Google and Meta's Facebook, as well as Amazon.com and Apple, according to Senator Mike Lee's office.

The bill would only impact companies that do more than $20 billion in digital ad transactions.(REUTERS)
Published on Mar 31, 2023 01:44 AM IST
Reuters |

At least 6 Russian missiles hit Ukraine's Kharkiv: Regional governor

Russia-Ukraine War: Regional governor Oleh Sinegubov informed about the strikes on Telegram.

Russia-Ukraine war: The strikes took place on late on Thursday night.(AFP)
Published on Mar 31, 2023 01:30 AM IST
Reuters | | Posted by Shobhit Gupta

China slams US debt trap accusation as 'irresponsible'

US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said she was concerned by some of China's activities globally, particularly its lending to developing countries.

US treasury secretary Janet Yellen.(Reuters)
Published on Mar 31, 2023 01:16 AM IST
Reuters | | Posted by Shobhit Gupta

Jalandhar LS byelection: Not a cakewalk for Congress in its citadel this time

The Jalandhar by-polls are being dubbed to be a crucial electoral battle for the political outfits before the showdown in the 2024 general elections.

Supporters of Congress holding a huge flag. (Reuters)
Published on Mar 31, 2023 01:14 AM IST
By, Jalandhar

AAP has betrayed industry: Sukhbir on power tariff hike

Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) president Sukhbir Singh Badal on Thursday said the AAP government has made an effective increase of 60 paise per unit in power being supplied to industries which would further affect their competitiveness.

AAP has betrayed industry: Sukhbir on power tariff hike
Published on Mar 31, 2023 01:11 AM IST
By, Chandigarh

Punjab: Two girls set on fire by father, sustain serious burn injuries

A man allegedly sprinkled petrol on his two minor daughters and set them them on fire in Berring village in the Hoshiarpur district, leaving them seriously injured, police said on Thursday.

A man allegedly sprinkled petrol on his two minor daughters and set them them on fire in Berring village in the district, leaving them seriously injured, police said on Thursday.
Published on Mar 31, 2023 01:10 AM IST
ByPress Trust of India, Hoshiarpur

3 more arrested for January 29 brawl between Khalistan and pro-India supporters in Australia

Australian police have arrested three more people in connection with two incidents of brawl that broke out between Khalistan activists and pro-India demonstrators here in late January, police said on Thursday

Australian police have arrested three more people in connection with two incidents of brawl that broke out between Khalistan activists and pro-India demonstrators here in late January, police said on Thursday.
Published on Mar 31, 2023 01:08 AM IST
ByPress Trust of India, Melbourne

Punjab govt sets up panel to look at alternative crops to paddy

Describing crop diversification as a critical necessity for the state, Punjab chief minister Bhagwant Mann said that sowing of the paddy crop over the years has adversely affected the topography of the state in terms of excessive power consumption, depletion of the water table and pollution due to stubble burning.

A committee under the chief secretary has been set up in Punjab to look at alternative crops to water-guzzling paddy. (AP)
Published on Mar 31, 2023 01:07 AM IST
By, Chandigarh

Ramayana Shodhpeeth at Sampurnanand Sanskrit Univ soon

The chair is likely to function from April 1, proposal for which has been accepted by tourism and culture ministry

VC of Sampurnanand Sanskrit University, Varanasi, Prof Hareram Tripathi (left) met UP tourism and culture minister Jaiveer Singh. (HT Photo)
Published on Mar 31, 2023 01:06 AM IST
By, Varanasi

Punjab Police scale up manhunt for Amritpal

Punjab Police stepped up their manhunt for Waris Punjab De chief Amritpal Singh nearly 48 hours after he appeared to have given them the slip once again, after being spotted in a Hoshiarpur village on Tuesday evening before going untraceable.

Punjab police personnel at Heritage street amid crackdown on Waris Punjab De Chief Amritpal Singh in Amritsar on Thursday. (Sameer Sehgal/HT)
Published on Mar 31, 2023 01:06 AM IST
By, Chandigarh

Prove that you are head of community, Amritpal to jathedar

In fresh audio and video clips Amritpal rules out reports that listed his three conditions for surrender, says he doesn’t fear jail

A grab from a first video clip of Waris Punjab De chief Amritpal Singh (PTI)
Published on Mar 31, 2023 01:04 AM IST
By, Amritsar

1988 road rage case: Navjot Sidhu likely to be released on April 1

Sidhu is likely to get a 45-day remission. His scheduled release from jail was on May 16.

Cricketer-turned-politician Navjot Singh Sidhu has been in jail since May 20 last year after the Supreme Court convicted him in a 1988 road rage case, imposing a one-year jail term. (HT File)
Updated on Mar 31, 2023 01:04 AM IST
By, Patiala

Rly staff need re-skilling to handle new tech: NER GM

North Eastern Railway (NER) is rapidly transforming and remodeling itself, said NER general manager Chandra Veer Raman here on Wednesday while addressing a joint meeting of office bearers of various railway organisations to seek their suggestion for increasing the income of railway, improving punctuality and minimising expenditures.

 (Pic for representation)
Published on Mar 31, 2023 01:03 AM IST
By, Gorakhpur

CORE beats its previous best, completes 4,387 RKM electrification

Continuing its relentless march towards 100% electrification of broad-gauge rail routes by December 2023, the Central Organisation for Railway Electrification (CORE), has created a new record by surpassing its previous best electrification of 4,283 route kilometres (RKM) in the financial year 2021-22.

 (Pic for representation)
Published on Mar 31, 2023 01:02 AM IST
By, Prayagraj

Akal Takht jathedar calls for restraint, condemns attack on Indian consulates

Akal Takht acting jathedar Giani Harpreet Singh on Thursday condemned acts of vandalism at Indian consulates in the UK and US by Sikh groups

Akal Takht acting jathedar Giani Harpreet Singh
Published on Mar 31, 2023 01:02 AM IST

Goindwal jail: Mobile recovered from Moose Wala murder case accused

The gangster, Arshad Khan, who hails from Haryana, and is considered a close associate of notorious gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, is also a prime accused in the February 26 Goindwal jail clash. Two gangsters belonging to gangster Jaggu Bhagwanpuria gang were killed in the clash.

The authorities of Goindwal Central jail have recovered a mobile phone from the possession of a gangster, who is an accused in Punjab singer Sidhu Moose Wala’s killing. (HT File)
Published on Mar 31, 2023 01:01 AM IST
By, Tarn Taran

348 people held during Amritpal crackdown freed, Punjab govt tells Akal Takht

The Akal Takht Jathedar’s personal secretary Jaspal Singh on Thursday said a message was received from the state government that the rest would also be released soon.

Punjab police personnel outside the Golden Temple amid crackdown of Waris Punjab De chief Amritpal. (HT Photo)
Published on Mar 31, 2023 01:00 AM IST
ByPress Trust of India, Chandigarh

Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for March 31, 2023

Daily horoscope: Are the stars lined up in your favour? Find out the astrological prediction for Aries, Leo, Virgo, Libra and other zodiac signs for March 31, 2023.

Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for March 31, 2023 (Pixabay)
Published on Mar 31, 2023 01:00 AM IST
ByDr Prem Kumar Sharma, , Delhi

Top UN court rejects Iran's bid to free assets frozen by US authorities

In a 10-5 majority ruling, the International Court of Justice said it did not have jurisdiction to rule on the Iranian claim linked to the central Markazi Bank.

The symbol of the United Nations is displayed outside the Secretariat Building during an emergency meeting of the UN General Assembly.(AP)
Published on Mar 31, 2023 12:51 AM IST
AP |

Will set up investment bureau to streamline investment proposals: Sukhu

To scale up the ease of doing business and minimise delay in getting requisite approvals through the single-roof facilitation mechanism, the Himachal Pradesh government is establishing an investment bureau in the state, chief minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has said

To scale up the ease of doing business and minimise delay in getting requisite approvals through the single-roof facilitation mechanism, the Himachal Pradesh government is establishing an investment bureau in the state, chief minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has said. (HT Photo)
Published on Mar 31, 2023 12:48 AM IST
By, Shimla

Himachal police tighten security along Punjab border

A day after pro-Khalistan preacher Amritpal Singh released a video statement from an undisclosed location, the Himachal Pradesh Police on Thursday beefed up security and increased surveillance in areas bordering Punjab

A day after pro-Khalistan preacher Amritpal Singh released a video statement from an undisclosed location, the Himachal Pradesh Police on Thursday beefed up security and increased surveillance in areas bordering Punjab. (Image for representational purpose)
Published on Mar 31, 2023 12:45 AM IST
By, Shimla/dharamshala
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