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AADITYA DACHALWAL ASSUMES CHARGE AS DEPUTY COMMISSIONER OF SAHIBZADA AJIT SINGH NAGAR Holistic development of the district, transparent governance and ensuring benefits of welfare schemes reach every eligible beneficiary to be top priorities: Deputy Commissioner SAS Nagar, November 11, 2026: 2016-batch IAS officer Aaditya Dachalwal today assumed charge as Deputy Commissioner of Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar. Prior to this, he was serving as Deputy Commissioner of Rupnagar. After assuming charge, Sh. Aaditya Dachalwal said that the holistic development of the district, redressal of public grievances on priority and providing transparent and accountable administration to the people would be his foremost priorities. He said that the benefits of government welfare schemes would be ensured to reach every eligible beneficiary. He also stated that the ongoing 'Yudh Nashean Virudh' campaign would be further intensified. He further said that special emphasis would be laid on the timely com...

Department of Plastic Surgery , PGI  received 9 additional patients with injuries related to firecrackers 10th November, 2026 On the day following Deepawali, Department of Plastic Surgery , PGI  received 9 additional patients with injuries related to firecrackers. Thus total patients received with Diwali related burns is 16. Among these 5 patients sustained hand injuries because of firecrackers bursting in hand. 4 patients were operated in ATC while one patient requires only dressings. 11 patients suffered thermal burns due to clothes catching fire. They sustained thermal burns ranging from 10 percent to 30 percent and are being managed in Burn ICU and HDU under Department of Plastic Surgery.  

*Evening Water Supply at low pressure on 12th & 13th November* Chandigarh, November 10: The Municipal Corporation Chandigarh informs residents that a 48-hour shutdown has been scheduled from November 12 to 13, 2026, for the replacement of the damaged PSC rising main with a 1200 mm diameter MS pipeline at Village Sangatpura and Village Sukhmoajra. The work is being undertaken under the Upgradation of Kajouli Water Works and Rehabilitation of Rising Main Project (24x7 Water Supply Project). During the shutdown, pumping of raw water from Phase-III Kajouli to the Water Works, Sector 39, Chandigarh, will remain suspended. Accordingly, the water supply schedule across Chandigarh on November 12th and 13th, 2026, will be as follows: *12th November, 2026* Morning Supply: 03:30 AM to 09:00 AM – Full Pressure. Evening Supply: 06:00 PM to 08:30 PM – Low Pressure. 13th November, 2026 Morning Supply: 03:30 AM to 09:00 AM – Full Pressure. Evening Supply: 06:00 PM to 08:30 PM – Low Pressure. Resid...

MP MALVINDER SINGH KANG CHAIRS MEETING WITH GMADA CHIEF TO ADDRESS LONG-PENDING ISSUES OF FARMERS AND VILLAGERS Special efforts of MP Kang bring long-pending issues of land acquisition, compensation and village development to the forefront Mohali, November 10: Member of Parliament from Sri Anandpur Sahib, Malvinder Singh Kang, today chaired a high-level meeting with Greater Mohali Area Development Authority (GMADA) Chief Sandeep Rishi to discuss long-pending issues concerning land acquisition, compensation and development of villages in SAS Nagar district. The meeting was attended by village Sarpanches and farmer leaders from different parts of the district, who raised issues concerning farmers, labourers, original landowners and economically weaker sections whose lands have been acquired for various development projects around Mohali. MP Malvinder Singh Kang emphasised that while planned development must continue, the rights and economic interests of the original landowners and affect...

Diwali Emergency in 2026  *Diwali Related Injuries Managed at Advanced Eye Centre,*   PGIMER, Chandigarh Bystanders Bear the Brunt of Diwali Firecracker Eye Injuries: PGIMER In anticipation of a surge in eye emergencies during the Diwali festival,  the *Advanced Eye Centre, PGIMER, Chandigarh,* made elaborate arrangements to ensure prompt and appropriate medical care for patients presenting with firecracker-related eye injuries. A dedicated team of doctors, nursing staff and other healthcare personnel was deployed on round-the-clock emergency duty from 8:00 AM on November 8, 2026, to 8:00 AM on November 11, 2026, to manage any emergencies arising during the festive period. During the day of Diwali  27 patients (08-11-2026) presented to the Advanced Eye Centre with a history of firecracker-related injuries. Of these, 23 were males and 4 were females. Nine patients were children, with the youngest being just 6 years old (two children). A particularly concerning fi...

Sometimes, all it takes is a little encouragement to bring an old passion back to life. For most mothers, life revolves around their families. Their days are spent taking care of everyone, fulfilling responsibilities and making sure their loved ones are happy. Somewhere along the way, their own interests, hobbies and dreams often take a backseat. This is a story about one such mother, and a daughter who wanted to see her smile a little more. Meet Minakshi Goyal, the creative hands behind Yarn Muse by Meenu , a crochet venture that began with a simple idea in June 2026. Nearly 30 years ago, before marriage and family responsibilities took over, Meenu loved crocheting. It was something she genuinely enjoyed, but like many hobbies, it slowly became a forgotten part of her life. Years later, her daughter Komal noticed that her mother was spending much of her free time playing mobile games and occasionally feeling stressed. Wanting her to find something more meaningful and enjoyable to...