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Fresh suit seeks appointment of receiver for Gyanvapi cellar, nod for puja

A fresh civil suit has been filed in a Varanasi court, requesting the appointment of a receiver for the cellar of the Gyanvapi mosque. The suit also urges the receiver to allow the plaintiff, co-pujaris, and devotees to perform puja in the cellar. Simultaneously, an application has been filed to transfer the matter to the Varanasi district court. The next hearing is scheduled for September 26. The plaintiff's lawyers argue that the southern basement has been in the possession of the plaintiff's family for years and should not be taken over by the Anjuman Intezamia Masajid Committee.

Chandra Nagamallaiah’s journey from Bengaluru’s Indiranagar to US: 'Texas was always on his radar'

Chandra Nagamallaiah, a Bengaluru native who moved to the US in 2018, was brutally beheaded at a Dallas motel. His family is devastated, a fundraiser has raised $200,000, and his funeral is set for Saturday in Texas.

Three engineering students among nine killed in Hassan Ganpati procession crash

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah expressed condolences after a tanker lorry collided with a Ganesh immersion procession in Hassan, resulting in nine deaths and over 20 injuries, including three engineering students. The government will provide ₹5 lakh compensation to victims' families and cover medical expenses for the injured. Former CM HD Kumaraswamy also extended his sympathies.

Chandigarh: Five get life term for killing 21-year-old vendor

Five youths received life imprisonment for murdering a 21-year-old roadside vendor in Mauli Jagran. The killing stemmed from a dispute over scooter damage and money, with the court relying on scientific and eyewitness evidence to convict the accused.

Space crunch at HC: UT shoots down proposal to extend complex in forest area

Chandigarh Administration opposes High Court complex expansion into forest area, citing environmental restrictions, wetland protection, and Forest Conservation Act. Alternative land in Sarangpur offered. Chief justice seeks Bar association's input on potential solutions.

SC directs ₹10 lakh refund to Chandigarh doctor, others in medical negligence plaint

Supreme Court overturned a medical negligence case, directing a ₹10 lakh refund to a doctor and nursing home. The case involved a patient's wife and newborn's death in 2006, with five medical panels finding no negligence.

Chandigarh: Man gets 3-year jail for sexually assaulting 8-yr-old neighbour

A 35-year-old man in Chandigarh was sentenced to three years in jail for sexually assaulting an 8-year-old girl. He was found guilty under POCSO Act, fined ₹5,000, despite pleading for leniency due to family circumstances.

Chandigarh: Criminal cases being decided in less than 100 days, thanks to new laws

Chandigarh's new criminal laws have dramatically reduced case resolution times, with 164 cases decided in under 100 days, achieving a 92% conviction rate compared to previous 50-60%. Faster trials, digital evidence, and streamlined processes contribute to this significant judicial improvement.

Chandigarh gets animal carcass incinerator

Chandigarh inaugurated a ₹1.79 crore animal carcass incineration plant with two high-efficiency incinerators, enabling scientific disposal of over 150 monthly dead animals while improving public hygiene and environmental safety.

Indore doctor arrested in Chandigarh ‘digital arrest’ case

A 60-year-old Indore doctor was arrested for allowing cybercriminals to route crores through his clinic's bank account in a "digital arrest" scam, receiving a 1% commission while victims were fraudulently coerced into transferring money.

Bhullar walks away with first IGPL title

Gaganjeet Bhullar won the inaugural Indian Premier Golf League title, scoring 5-under total and earning ₹22.50 lakhs. He defeated M Dharma by two shots at Chandigarh Golf Club, highlighting emerging Indian golf talent.

Chandigarh: 3 days after infant’s body found in Sector 9, parents arrested

Parents Arvind and Runa Mukhia were arrested for abandoning their two-month-old daughter's body in Sector-9 bushes after her death at PGIMER. They were released on bail after claiming the infant died while being fed and they panicked.

Chandigarh: Forget buying, even conversion of property to freehold to cost a fortune

Property conversion in Chandigarh becomes expensive as new rates link charges to collector rates. Conversion costs for residential properties will significantly increase, with an MIG flat conversion charge jumping from ₹10,700 to ₹5,27,100, making ownership more challenging.

MP Satnam Sandhu bats for tech-driven policing in Chandigarh

MP Satnam Sandhu advocates tech-driven policing in Chandigarh, emphasizing AI, facial recognition, and preventive strategies. The committee discussed improving law and order, traffic management, cybercrime prevention, and promoting public safety through advanced technological interventions.

Chandigarh: Cong, AAP object proceedings of recent House meet; call it ‘illegal’

Congress and AAP leaders met municipal commissioner, alleging illegal proceedings in recent House meeting. They claim Opposition councillors were forcibly evicted, crucial agendas passed improperly, and demanded a reconvened meeting to debate issues democratically.

HC says RTE implementation delays by Punjab ‘wilful’, seeks compliance timeline

Punjab High Court criticizes state's delay in implementing Right to Education Act, calling it 'wilful'. Court seeks compliance timeline from government for reserving 25% seats in private schools for economically weaker students.