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]Delhi man stabs neighbour to death over suspicions of ‘black magic’
Updated on Aug 08, 2023 11:47 AM IST
The murderer and the victim were neighbours in Surhera village of Jaffarpur Kalan, a neighbourhood adjacent to west Delhi’s Dwarka
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J&K: Couple posing as IAS, IPS officers nabbed
During search, laptops, mobile phones, cash, jewellery, fake transfer and appointment orders and other incriminating articles were recovered from the house of the accused who were posing as IAS, IPS officers to dupe people
![The duo arrested for duping people by posing as IAS, IPS officers was identified as Manmohan Ganjoo and his wife Ayush Koul Ganjoo, according to the police. (HT File) The duo arrested for duping people by posing as IAS, IPS officers was identified as Manmohan Ganjoo and his wife Ayush Koul Ganjoo, according to the police. (HT File)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/08/08/150x84/The-duo-arrested-for-duping-people-by-posing-as-IA_1691473549270.jpg)
Updated on Aug 08, 2023 11:15 AM IST
, Srinagar
Asian News InternationalBJP, its 'brother' responsible for 'fake letter' against Agri min: Karnataka CM
Karnataka CM questions BJP and JDS over a “fake” letter accusing Agriculture Minister N Cheluvarayaswamy of bribery.
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Updated on Aug 08, 2023 11:32 AM IST
PTI | | Posted by Yamini C S
Delhi minister Atishi to hold additional charge of services, vigilance: Report
Atishi, the only woman minister in the Delhi Cabinet, will now hold 14 portfolios, the highest among all ministers in the city government.
![Delhi minister Atishi Delhi minister Atishi](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/08/08/148x111/Atishi--in-a-letter-to-the-chief-secretary--said-t_1690653956538_1691472649920.jpg)
Published on Aug 08, 2023 11:08 AM IST
PTI | | Posted by Lingamgunta Nirmitha Rao
Chhattisgarh govt starts process to implement 58% quota for backward classes
The cabinet chaired by chief minister Bhupesh Baghel decided to implement 58% reservation in admissions as per the top court’s interim order dated 1 May 2023
![Chhattisgarh chief minister Bhupesh Baghel. (PTI Photo) Chhattisgarh chief minister Bhupesh Baghel. (PTI Photo)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/08/08/150x84/Chhattisgarh-chief-minister-Bhupesh-Baghel---PTI-P_1691472889354.jpg)
Updated on Aug 08, 2023 11:04 AM IST
Bhupesh Baghel writes to PM Modi over irregular train operations in Chhattisgarh
Baghel claimed that the Railways cancelled several trains without any information, making it difficult for passengers commuting in Chhattisgarh
![Chhattisgarh chief minister Bhupesh Baghel. (Twitter Photo) Chhattisgarh chief minister Bhupesh Baghel. (Twitter Photo)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/08/08/150x84/Chhattisgarh-chief-minister-Bhupesh-Baghel---Twitt_1691470068465.jpg)
Updated on Aug 08, 2023 10:17 AM IST
Bihar: YouTuber arrested for allegedly disrupting harmony through channel
The police examined the content of the alleged news channels and found that the videos showcased hostility and attempts to disrupt harmony between two communities
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Updated on Aug 08, 2023 09:57 AM IST
Bengaluru to witness power cuts today and tomorrow; Check affected areas list
Areas including Mahadevapura, Kumaraswamy Layout and Malleswaram are set to face power cuts in Bengaluru today and tomorrow. Check our detailed list below.
![Most power cuts across the city are expected to last six to seven hours. (AP) Most power cuts across the city are expected to last six to seven hours. (AP)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/08/08/148x111/Iraq-Electricity-Woes-5_1632789633526_1691467369953.jpg)
Published on Aug 08, 2023 09:36 AM IST
Karnataka AAP Prez writes to CM on corruption charges against Cheluvarayaswamy
In a letter to CM Siddaramaiah, Karnataka's AAP President has demanded strict action against Agriculture Minister Cheluvarayaswamy, who is accused of bribery.
![Karnataka minister for agriculture N Cheluvarayaswamy.(ANI) Karnataka minister for agriculture N Cheluvarayaswamy.(ANI)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/08/08/148x111/ANI-20230527130-0_1691463112410_1691463182644.jpg)
Published on Aug 08, 2023 08:26 AM IST
ANI | | Posted by Yamini C S
Chitra alleges ‘pick-and-choose’ during Ambala Cantt demolition drive
During her meeting with the Ambala DC, Sarwara alleged that no time or notices were given to the aggrieved parties during the drives that were carried out last week
![During the drive on August 3, Ambala MC officials, including executive officer Jarnail Singh and secretary Rajesh Kumar, had to face the wrath of the shopkeepers. (HT Photo) During the drive on August 3, Ambala MC officials, including executive officer Jarnail Singh and secretary Rajesh Kumar, had to face the wrath of the shopkeepers. (HT Photo)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/08/07/150x84/During-the-drive-on-August-3--Ambala-MC-officials-_1691450383991.jpg)
Updated on Aug 08, 2023 04:49 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Ambala
Chandigarh MC to join ‘Meri Maati Mera Desh’ campaign
A meeting was held on Monday to chalk out the plans, chaired by Chandigarh mayor Anup Gupta, presided over by deputy commissioner Vinay Partap Singh and MC commissioner Anindita Mitra, and attended by councillors and senior MC officers
![The Chandigarh municipal commissioner said MC will start “Vasudha Vandhan” programme from August 9 by planting saplings. (HT Photo) The Chandigarh municipal commissioner said MC will start “Vasudha Vandhan” programme from August 9 by planting saplings. (HT Photo)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/08/07/150x84/The-Chandigarh-municipal-commissioner-said-MC-will_1691449904036.jpg)
Updated on Aug 08, 2023 04:41 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Chandigarh
Mohali: Qaumi Insaaf Morcha to observe August 15 as ‘Black Day’
During the march on August 15, morcha activists will carry black and saffron flags to protest against Punjab government’s failure to secure the release of Sikh prisoners who have completed their sentences
![Since January 7, the morcha has been protesting at Mohali’s YPS Chowk, bringing vehicle movement on the major Chandigarh-Mohali route to a complete halt. (HT Photo) Since January 7, the morcha has been protesting at Mohali’s YPS Chowk, bringing vehicle movement on the major Chandigarh-Mohali route to a complete halt. (HT Photo)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/08/07/150x84/Since-January-7--the-morcha-has-been-protesting-at_1691449843871.jpg)
Updated on Aug 08, 2023 04:40 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Mohali
Chandigarh girls shine in roller hockey meet
Runjhun, who is pursuing MBA in Sports Management from Symbiosis International University, was the India team captain; Manika is a student of Sacred Heart School, Sector 26
![Manika Mahajan (left) and Runjhun Sharda were part of the Indian team that won the gold medal at the Macau Open Roller Hockey Championship recently. (HT Photo) Manika Mahajan (left) and Runjhun Sharda were part of the Indian team that won the gold medal at the Macau Open Roller Hockey Championship recently. (HT Photo)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/08/07/150x84/Manika-Mahajan--left--and-Runjhun-Sharda-were-part_1691449843953.jpg)
Updated on Aug 08, 2023 04:40 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Chandigarh
Panchkula: Private school put on notice for expelling Class-4 student over fee dispute
Family of the Class 4 student alleged that the school staff mistreated the child in front of all students by not checking her notebooks and not allowing her to sit in exams
![The Panchkula Child Welfare Committee on Monday asked the Panchkula deputy commissioner to depute officials to investigate the matter and send an action-taken report with the name and phone number of the deputed official within three days. (Getty Images/iStockphoto) The Panchkula Child Welfare Committee on Monday asked the Panchkula deputy commissioner to depute officials to investigate the matter and send an action-taken report with the name and phone number of the deputed official within three days. (Getty Images/iStockphoto)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/08/07/150x84/The-Panchkula-Child-Welfare-Committee-on-Monday-as_1691449723920.jpg)
Updated on Aug 08, 2023 04:38 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Panchkula
Caller claiming to be gangster’s brother threatens Kalka bizman
In his complaint, Prabhat Negi told the police that around 8 pm on August 3, he received a threatening WhatsApp message from an international number
![Police have registered a case under Section 506 (criminal intimidation) of the Indian Penal Code at the Pinjore police station. (iStock) Police have registered a case under Section 506 (criminal intimidation) of the Indian Penal Code at the Pinjore police station. (iStock)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/08/07/150x84/Police-have-registered-a-case-under-Section-506--c_1691449483857.jpg)
Updated on Aug 08, 2023 04:34 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Panchkula
Protesting Powercom, Transco workers try to gherao minister’s office in Kharar
Their attempt, however, was thwarted by police that were deployed in heavy numbers; subsequently, the protesters staged a demonstration near the Bhago Majra toll plaza, highlighting their long-standing demand for service regularisation
![Members of the Powercom and Transco Contract Workers’ Union holding a protest near Bhago Majra toll plaza in Kharar. (HT Photo) Members of the Powercom and Transco Contract Workers’ Union holding a protest near Bhago Majra toll plaza in Kharar. (HT Photo)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/08/07/150x84/Members-of-the-Powercom-and-Transco-Contract-Worke_1691449363807.jpg)
Updated on Aug 08, 2023 04:32 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Chandigarh
Modifications in MD/MS admission process will ensure fairness: Chandigarh health secretary
Candidates of IP Pool eligible under UT Pool will be considered against the UT Pool seats also in case their preferred choice is not available in IP Pool
![Chandigarh health secretary Yashpal Garg said the only change made was that an IP Pool candidate will firstly be considered against a seat in the same pool if the desired branch is available. (HT Photo) Chandigarh health secretary Yashpal Garg said the only change made was that an IP Pool candidate will firstly be considered against a seat in the same pool if the desired branch is available. (HT Photo)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/08/07/150x84/Chandigarh-health-secretary-Yashpal-Garg-said-the-_1691449317976.jpg)
Updated on Aug 08, 2023 04:32 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Chandigarh
Delhiwale: A dissolving-evolving world
On the furious changes in progress at Delhi’s historic quarter.
![Delhiwale. Delhiwale.](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/08/07/148x111/DW_1691433217471_1691433221962.jpg)
Published on Aug 08, 2023 04:30 AM IST
Mayank Austen Soofi, New Delhi
Chandigarh Class 11 admissions: Apply for 2nd counselling by Aug 10
As per Chandigarh education department officials, the deadline was extended as the result for Class 10 compartment exams was declared by the Central Board of Secondary Education on Friday
![2,415 seats in Class 11 are vacant in government schools of Chandigarh. (HT Photo) 2,415 seats in Class 11 are vacant in government schools of Chandigarh. (HT Photo)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/08/07/150x84/2-415-seats-in-Class-11-are-vacant-in-government-s_1691449183783.jpg)
Updated on Aug 08, 2023 04:29 AM IST
Rajanbir Singh, Chandigarh
Chandigarh architect dept told to hasten work on Sector-39 grain market
During the meeting of the Chandigarh State Agricultural Marketing Board, the UT adviser asked the UT architect department to relocate the four gas godowns running from the Sector 39 land and consider utilising a portion of nearby temple land for constructing shops
![Spread over 75 acres, the market was planned in 2002 to decongest the Sector 26 grain market where there is no more room for expansion. (HT File Photo) Spread over 75 acres, the market was planned in 2002 to decongest the Sector 26 grain market where there is no more room for expansion. (HT File Photo)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/08/07/150x84/Spread-over-75-acres--the-market-was-planned-in-20_1691449183858.jpg)
Updated on Aug 08, 2023 04:29 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Chandigarh
Faster sewer cleaning on mind, Chandigarh MC turns to robots
Two Bandicoot sewer-cleaning robots, costing ₹40 lakh each, will clean sewers speedily due to their different sizes and diameters, as per MC officials
![Chandigarh mayor Anup Gupta flagging off the fleet of new machinery from the MC office premises in Sector 17 on Monday. (HT) Chandigarh mayor Anup Gupta flagging off the fleet of new machinery from the MC office premises in Sector 17 on Monday. (HT)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/08/07/150x84/Chandigarh-mayor-Anup-Gupta-flagging-off-the-fleet_1691449123843.jpg)
Updated on Aug 08, 2023 04:28 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Chandigarh
HC orders early removal of structures within 100 m of Chandigarh airport
The order was passed by the high court bench of chief justice RS Jha and justice Arun Palli during resumed hearing of a plea pending since 2015 over infrastructural deficiencies at the Chandigarh airport
![As per a 2019 survey, there are 314 structures falling within 100 metres of the airport in Pabhat village under Zirakpur MC. (HT Photo) As per a 2019 survey, there are 314 structures falling within 100 metres of the airport in Pabhat village under Zirakpur MC. (HT Photo)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/08/07/150x84/As-per-a-2019-survey--there-are-314-structures-fal_1691448943738.jpg)
Updated on Aug 08, 2023 04:25 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Chandigarh
Chandigarh man who stabbed wife to death gets 7-year jail
The court of additional sessions judge Jaibir Singh also imposed a fine of ₹25,000 on Sunny, who was held guilty under Section 304 (culpable homicide not amounting to murder) of the Indian Penal Code
![Sunny was initially booked under Section 302 (murder) of the IPC on the complaint of the woman’s father, Ram Lal. But the court found him guilty of culpable homicide not amounting to murder. (iStockphoto) Sunny was initially booked under Section 302 (murder) of the IPC on the complaint of the woman’s father, Ram Lal. But the court found him guilty of culpable homicide not amounting to murder. (iStockphoto)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/08/07/150x84/Sunny-was-initially-booked-under-Section-302--murd_1691448943798.jpg)
Updated on Aug 08, 2023 04:25 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Chandigarh
Panchkula woman confronts man for hitting stray dog, beaten up
The woman, Sunita, a resident of Sector 20, told the police that she was sitting in the neighbourhood park with some women around 10.30 pm on August 2, when she saw the man hitting a stray dog
![A case under Sections 323 (voluntarily causing hurt) and 506 (criminal intimidation) of the Indian Penal Code was registered at the Sector 20 police station in Panchkula. (iStock) A case under Sections 323 (voluntarily causing hurt) and 506 (criminal intimidation) of the Indian Penal Code was registered at the Sector 20 police station in Panchkula. (iStock)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/08/07/150x84/A-case-under-Sections-323--voluntarily-causing-hur_1691448823673.jpg)
Updated on Aug 08, 2023 04:23 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Panchkula
Chandigarh: Teen held for raping 10-year-old neighbour in Maloya
According to sources, the teenager took the child to a nearby forest area in Maloya, where he raped her, causing excessive bleeding
![The victim was rushed to Government Multi-Specialty Hospital, Sector 16, Chandigarh, where she underwent surgery. (iStock) The victim was rushed to Government Multi-Specialty Hospital, Sector 16, Chandigarh, where she underwent surgery. (iStock)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/08/07/150x84/The-victim-was-rushed-to-Government-Multi-Specialt_1691448763747.jpg)
Updated on Aug 08, 2023 04:22 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Chandigarh
Speeding truck leaves taxi driver dead near Zirakpur’s Chhat village
The deceased, Varinder Singh, 37, hailed from Haryana. Police said he was driving from Rajpura to Zirakpur, when a rashly driven truck, coming from Dera Bassi, rammed into his car around 4 am
![A case under Sections 279 (rash driving) and 304-A (causing death by negligence) of the Indian Penal Code against the unidentified truck driver has been booked at the Zirakpur police station. (iStock) A case under Sections 279 (rash driving) and 304-A (causing death by negligence) of the Indian Penal Code against the unidentified truck driver has been booked at the Zirakpur police station. (iStock)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/08/07/150x84/A-case-under-Sections-279--rash-driving--and-304-A_1691448703626.jpg)
Updated on Aug 08, 2023 04:21 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Mohali
₹1-cr extortion case: Constable who accompanied sacked SI arrested by Chandigarh police
The accused, identified as constable Varinder, is deployed at a beat box in Sector 41; he is accused of accompanying SI Naveen Phogat, along with another constable, when he extorted the money from the victim, Sanjay Goyal, in Sector 40 on August 4
![Chandigarh Police had sought his remand, contending that <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>26 lakh of the extorted amount was yet to be recovered and Varinder may help trace the whereabouts of the absconding accused. (HT Photo) Chandigarh Police had sought his remand, contending that <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>26 lakh of the extorted amount was yet to be recovered and Varinder may help trace the whereabouts of the absconding accused. (HT Photo)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/08/07/150x84/Chandigarh-Police-had-sought-his-remand--contendin_1691448643707.jpg)
Updated on Aug 08, 2023 04:20 AM IST
Nikhil Sharma, Chandigarh
Two men murdered during drunken brawls in Manimajra
Liquor vend employee attacks colleague with beer bottle and sharp weapon; mechanic stabs co-worker in the back in another case, say Manimajra police
![Police booked both accused under Section 302 (murder) of the Indian Penal Code at the Manimajra police station. (iStock) Police booked both accused under Section 302 (murder) of the Indian Penal Code at the Manimajra police station. (iStock)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/08/07/150x84/Police-booked-both-accused-under-Section-302--murd_1691448583690.jpg)
Updated on Aug 08, 2023 04:19 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Chandigarh
Mansa resident held for killing taxi driver
The taxi driver who was stabbed to death in Mullanpur on July 31 was murdered by a robber, who was planning to snatch his car by posing as a passenger, police said on Sunday after cracking the case
![The accused, identified as Raju Singh, hailing from Mansa, has been arrested and the knife used in the crime recovered. (iStock) The accused, identified as Raju Singh, hailing from Mansa, has been arrested and the knife used in the crime recovered. (iStock)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/08/07/150x84/The-accused--identified-as-Raju-Singh--hailing-fro_1691448583760.jpg)
Updated on Aug 08, 2023 04:19 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Mohali
‘All Varanasi ghats tell a story that I have revealed through my paintings’
Patel is in Lucknow at present for an art exhibition ‘Avimukta’ that was inaugurated at a city hotel on Monday.
![Praveen Patel at work on Varanasi ghat (sourced) Praveen Patel at work on Varanasi ghat (sourced)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/08/07/150x84/Praveen-Patel-at-work-on-Varanasi-ghat--sourced-_1691436879342.jpeg)
Updated on Aug 08, 2023 01:04 AM IST
Anupam Srivastava, Lucknow