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Ifrah Mufti

She is a staff reporter in Chandigarh. She covers schools and higher education.

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Ram Rahim convicted: Chandigarh-Delhi airfare soars, trains cancelled till Aug 28

Due to widespread violence after the court verdict against Dera Sacha Sauda head Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh, all trains plying from Chandigarh were cancelled on Saturday and the airfare witnessed a steep hike

A DTC bus that was set on fire near Baadli metro station in New Delhi on Friday by followers of Dera Sacha Sauda chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim after he was convicted for rape.(PTI Photo)

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Updated on Aug 27, 2017 08:11 AM IST

Hindustan Times, Chandigarh | ByIfrah Mufti

Dera paper compares Baba Ram Rahim to Jesus

Hails him as the blazing sun of truth; claims violence by anti-social forces; hints at a legal remedy

Painting a different picture of court proceedings, which found Ram Rahim guilty of rape, the editorial paid glowing tributes to him(HT File)

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Updated on Aug 26, 2017 02:18 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Chandigarh | ByIfrah Mufti, Chandigarh

Ram Rahim rape verdict: Trains suspended, airfares sky high, buses in short supply

All passenger trains to Chandigarh will be cancelled, except the Shatabdi Express between Chandigarh and Delhi.

Paramilitary forces in Panchkula, on Thursday.(Ravi Kumar/HT)

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Updated on Aug 24, 2017 06:00 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Chandigarh | ByIfrah Mufti

Dera Sacha stand off: Airfares soar, Chandigarh-Delhi ticket costs Rs 8,000

The flights between Chandigarh and Delhi, which usually cost between Rs 1,600 and Rs 3,000, were priced at Rs 8,000 on Wednesday.

A Spicejet ticket between Chandigarh and Delhi, scheduled for 8:25 pm, cost Rs 7,992 while a Jet Airways ticket cost Rs 6,112. Vistara and Indigo tickets cost Rs 4,719 and Rs 4,729 respectively.(Representative image)

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Updated on Aug 24, 2017 12:39 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Chandigarh | ByIfrah Mufti, Chandigarh

Sonam Kapoor applauds Panjab University for honouring Neerja Bhanot

“I’m so glad that the film was able to honour Neerja Bhanot’s memory and that her courageous act will continue to be remembered,” she added.

Neerja Bhanot was an Indian model and purser for Pan American World Airways and lost her life trying to save passengers on Pan Am Flight 73, which was hijacked by terrorists during a stopover in Karachi, Pakistan, on September 5, 1986.

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Updated on Aug 20, 2017 09:43 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Chandigarh | ByIfrah Mufti, Chandigarh

Rise of student bodies in Panjab University: From 10 in 2013 to 21 in 2017

Faction parties, smaller groups, non-political organisations and activism played major role in doubling number of student bodies in last four years.

Two new student parties were launched this year, including PUSU for Students (PFS) and Independent Students Association (ISA).(Ravi Kumar/HT)

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Updated on Aug 19, 2017 04:11 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Chandigarh | ByIfrah Mufti, Chandigarh

31 years on, Panjab University to name hostel after Neerja Bhanot

Other girls’ hostels on the campus are also named after female leaders who have contributed immensely in their fields.

“Neerja Bhanot is a role model for young women for her courage and devotion to duty,” the V-C told HT.(File Photo)

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Updated on Aug 19, 2017 05:24 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Chandigarh | ByIfrah Mufti, Chandigarh

Poll time: Central status for Panjab University, women’s safety top the agenda student bodies this year

With the elections round the corner, though the date is yet to be fixed, student organisations on campus are busy preparing their ‘best’ agenda.

Student organisations on campus are busy preparing their ‘best’ agenda.(HT File)

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Updated on Aug 16, 2017 01:24 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Chandigarh | ByIfrah Mufti, Chandigarh

Recovery of excess pay: Panjab University board to take up issue

The non-teaching staff at PU were getting higher pay scales as against Punjab government pay scales.

PU was also asked to send a compliance report of the recovery made within a month from the date of issue of the letter.(HT File)

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Updated on Jul 31, 2017 03:11 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Chandigarh | ByIfrah Mufti, Chandigarh

Sexual abuse: Child rights panel’s directions remain on paper at Chandigarh schools

The rape of a 10-year-old city girl has once again put focus on the importance of making children aware of sexual abuse.

33 of 115 government schools in the city do not even have a counsellor to listen to the complaints of students.(Representative image)

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Updated on Jul 26, 2017 04:52 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Chandigarh | ByIfrah Mufti, Chandigarh

Panjab University V-C completes 5 years, says it is a special day

During his tenure, Panjab University managed to generate a huge amount by itself independently.

An alumnus of Panjab University, he did his MSc (honours) from the department of Physics in 1973 and went on to attain a doctorate from Tata Institute of fundamental Research (TIFR) in 1979.(HT File)

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Updated on Jul 25, 2017 02:57 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Chandigarh | ByIfrah Mufti, Chandigarh

Go, Goa, gone: Pack your bags and don’t miss the Goa-Shirdi train from Chandigarh

Comprising 11 coaches with around 800 seats, the train will begin its journey from the city railway station on August 19.

There is no direct flight or train to Goa from Chandigarh and the connecting flight between Chandigarh and Goa costs between ₹5000 and ₹10,000 one-way, depending on the dates.(Representative image)

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Updated on Jul 21, 2017 02:05 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Chandigarh | ByIfrah Mufti, Chandigarh

‘Panjab University’s dept of education has maximum registered scholars’

Department of education has 374 registered scholars, followed by the department of laws, 261; question of quality arises as there are fewer supervisors available.

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Updated on Jul 21, 2017 02:29 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Chandigarh | ByIfrah Mufti, Chandigarh

Centre depriving Chandigarh schools of Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan funds

In 2015-16, the PAB, which is under the MHRD, released only 60% of the approved budget to UT. Against the allocation of Rs 59 crore, only Rs 35 crore were disbursed. The balance, Rs 24 crore, never came.

Due to fund crunch, implementation of self-defence training, remedial teaching and other child-centred components under the Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan are being hampered at various government schools in Chandigarh.(Ravi Kumar/HT Photo)

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Updated on Jul 18, 2017 10:09 AM IST

Hindustan Times, Chandigarh | ByIfrah Mufti, Chandigarh

Despite spending lakhs, Panjab University fails to curb monkey menace

There is no end to the complaints from the students and the hostellers who have been bearing the brunt of monkey menace everyday.

(Illustration by Daljeet Kaur Sandhu/HT)

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Updated on Jul 15, 2017 09:28 AM IST

Hindustan Times, Chandigarh | ByIfrah Mufti, Chandigarh

Horrible hostels: Leaking roofs, dank rooms, stray monkeys at PU hostels to welcome newbies

Despite repeated complaints, food services in the hostel mess continue to be problematic.

With the new academic session around the corner, dank rooms and leaking roofs are waiting to welcome the students.

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Updated on Jul 13, 2017 01:31 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Chandigarh | ByIfrah Mufti, Chandigarh

Election mode on at Panjab University! ABVP distributes brooms in hostel rooms

PU hostelers pay annual charges of Rs 2,310 under the name of ‘Routine hostel maintenance charges’ but many hostellers complain that the rooms and washrooms in PU are a sanitary nightmare

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Updated on Jul 04, 2017 12:55 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Chandigarh | ByIfrah Mufti, Chandigarh

Chandigarh schools to educate students on filing complaints of sexual offences

According to the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights, child sexual offence (CSA) is a sensitive matter, which often goes unreported under a stigma and lack of awareness.

The e-box button on the NCPCR website enables the child to file a complaint.

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Updated on Jul 04, 2017 01:40 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Chandigarh | ByIfrah Mufti, Chandigarh

NEET 2017: Only two rounds of counselling for all-India quota seats in medical colleges

According to the directions issued to deemed universities and state governments, two rounds of counselling would be conducted instead of three.

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Updated on Jun 27, 2017 06:12 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Chandigarh | ByIfrah Mufti, Chandigarh

NEET 2017: Only two rounds of counselling for all-India quota seats in medical colleges

According to the directions issued to deemed universities and state governments, two rounds of counselling would be conducted instead of three.

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Updated on Jun 20, 2017 12:22 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Chandigarh | ByIfrah Mufti, Chandigarh

Europe most favoured foreign travel destination for Chandigarh residents

According to the travel agencies, 30% of Chandigarh residents travelling this summer have booked their tickets for Eastern Europe, followed by Singapore and Dubai.

Cooler climes, single currency across multiple countries, relaxed border crossing are among the many reasons Chandigarh residents are preferring Europe over run-on-the-mill destinations such as Thailand and Bali.

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Updated on Jun 19, 2017 06:29 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Chandigarh | ByIfrah Mufti, Chandigarh

NEET key released: Answers to 3 questions challenged

“There is one question in chemistry that had two correct answers according to the answer keys of the coaching institutes but CBSE has given only one correct option.”

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Updated on Jun 27, 2017 06:12 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Chandigarh | ByIfrah Mufti, Chandigarh

Chandigarh Jama Masjid Imam says azaan shouldn’t disturb non-Muslims

Maulana Ajmal Khan, the Imam of Chandigarh’s Jama Masjid, said that the loudspeakers should not disturb the non-Muslims.

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Updated on Jun 17, 2017 11:59 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Chandigarh | ByIfrah Mufti

Explore 7 destinations across India at Rs 872 per day, train to leave Chandigarh next week

The train named ‘7 Jyotirlinga Yatra’, being launched by the Indian Railways Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) from June 18, will offer you a 12 days and 11 nights package at an economical rate of Rs 872 per person, per day.

Bookings for the train are available online on the official website of IRCTC http:// www.irctctourism.com, or at the zonal office in Sector 34, Chandigarh.(HT File Photo)

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Updated on Jun 13, 2017 02:55 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Chandigarh | ByIfrah Mufti, Chandigarh

JEE Advanced 2017: Super Sunday for Chandigarh, eight students make it to top 100 All India Ranks

Tricity comprises of Chandigarh and bordering districts -- Panchkula (Haryana) and Mohali or SAS Nagar (Punjab). Chandigarh also serves as capital of Punjab and Haryana.

Sarvesh Mehtani (centre) from Haryana’s Panchkula secured the All India Rank (AIR) 1 in Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Advanced 2017, the results of which were declared on Sunday.(Keshav Singh/HT Photo)

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Updated on Jun 16, 2017 05:58 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Chandigarh | ByIfrah Mufti, Chandigarh

JEE Advanced results: Panchkula boy Sarvesh Mehtani is the topper

Sarvesh Mehtani from Bhavan Vidyalaya School, Panchkula, has secured 1st All-India Rank (AIR) in JEE Advanced 2017 exam.

Sarvesh Mehtani with parents and his school staff in Bhawan Vidyalaya Panchkula.(HT photo)

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Updated on Jun 16, 2017 05:58 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Chandigarh | ByIfrah Mufti

Chandigarh govt schools register over 6% rise in pass figures

The ascent is largely due to the better performance of 29 schools over last year

This year 43 government schools out of 89 showed 100% pass results in Chandigarh.(HT File Photo)

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Updated on Jun 10, 2017 01:24 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Chandigarh | ByIfrah Mufti, Chandigarh

CBSE Class 10 result: Students opting for school-based system have better CGPA in Chandigarh

Nearly all of 117 students of Ajit Karam Singh International School (AKSIPS), Sector 41, opted for school-based exam. The school has 41 students scoring CGPA 10, highest in the tricity.

Students celebrating after CBSE Class 10 result in Chandigarh.(Karun Sharma/HT)

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Updated on Jun 04, 2017 04:08 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Chandigarh | ByIfrah Mufti, Chandigarh

ICSE Class 10 results: Every fourth student from Chandigarh schools crosses the 90% mark

Competition is getting tougher with each passing year, say school officials

Students in jubilant mood after ICSE board results at Little flower convent school in Panchkula on Monday.(Sant Arora/HT Photo)

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Updated on May 30, 2017 11:22 AM IST

Hindustan Times, Chandigarh | ByIfrah Mufti, Chandigarh

Ramzan begins tomorrow: This year devotees to fast for 15 hours daily

Dr Shakeel Ahmed, retired professor from Urdu department Panjab University (PU) said, “This time, Ramzan fasting will be a difficult task as the days are hot as well as long.

A devotee offering prayer before Iftyar party in Kharar on Thursday.(Karun Sharma/HT Photo)

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Updated on May 27, 2017 01:28 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Chandigarh | ByIfrah Mufti, Chandigarh

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Ifrah Mufti

She is a staff reporter in Chandigarh. She covers schools and higher education.

Due to widespread violence after the court verdict against Dera Sacha Sauda head Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh, all trains plying from Chandigarh were cancelled on Saturday and the airfare witnessed a steep hike

Hails him as the blazing sun of truth; claims violence by anti-social forces; hints at a legal remedy

All passenger trains to Chandigarh will be cancelled, except the Shatabdi Express between Chandigarh and Delhi.

The flights between Chandigarh and Delhi, which usually cost between Rs 1,600 and Rs 3,000, were priced at Rs 8,000 on Wednesday.

“I’m so glad that the film was able to honour Neerja Bhanot’s memory and that her courageous act will continue to be remembered,” she added.

Faction parties, smaller groups, non-political organisations and activism played major role in doubling number of student bodies in last four years.

Other girls’ hostels on the campus are also named after female leaders who have contributed immensely in their fields.

With the elections round the corner, though the date is yet to be fixed, student organisations on campus are busy preparing their ‘best’ agenda.

The non-teaching staff at PU were getting higher pay scales as against Punjab government pay scales.

The rape of a 10-year-old city girl has once again put focus on the importance of making children aware of sexual abuse.

During his tenure, Panjab University managed to generate a huge amount by itself independently.

Comprising 11 coaches with around 800 seats, the train will begin its journey from the city railway station on August 19.

Department of education has 374 registered scholars, followed by the department of laws, 261; question of quality arises as there are fewer supervisors available.

In 2015-16, the PAB, which is under the MHRD, released only 60% of the approved budget to UT. Against the allocation of Rs 59 crore, only Rs 35 crore were disbursed. The balance, Rs 24 crore, never came.

There is no end to the complaints from the students and the hostellers who have been bearing the brunt of monkey menace everyday.

Despite repeated complaints, food services in the hostel mess continue to be problematic.

PU hostelers pay annual charges of Rs 2,310 under the name of ‘Routine hostel maintenance charges’ but many hostellers complain that the rooms and washrooms in PU are a sanitary nightmare

According to the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights, child sexual offence (CSA) is a sensitive matter, which often goes unreported under a stigma and lack of awareness.

According to the directions issued to deemed universities and state governments, two rounds of counselling would be conducted instead of three.

According to the directions issued to deemed universities and state governments, two rounds of counselling would be conducted instead of three.

According to the travel agencies, 30% of Chandigarh residents travelling this summer have booked their tickets for Eastern Europe, followed by Singapore and Dubai.

“There is one question in chemistry that had two correct answers according to the answer keys of the coaching institutes but CBSE has given only one correct option.”

Maulana Ajmal Khan, the Imam of Chandigarh’s Jama Masjid, said that the loudspeakers should not disturb the non-Muslims.

The train named ‘7 Jyotirlinga Yatra’, being launched by the Indian Railways Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) from June 18, will offer you a 12 days and 11 nights package at an economical rate of Rs 872 per person, per day.

Tricity comprises of Chandigarh and bordering districts -- Panchkula (Haryana) and Mohali or SAS Nagar (Punjab). Chandigarh also serves as capital of Punjab and Haryana.

Sarvesh Mehtani from Bhavan Vidyalaya School, Panchkula, has secured 1st All-India Rank (AIR) in JEE Advanced 2017 exam.

The ascent is largely due to the better performance of 29 schools over last year

Nearly all of 117 students of Ajit Karam Singh International School (AKSIPS), Sector 41, opted for school-based exam. The school has 41 students scoring CGPA 10, highest in the tricity.

Competition is getting tougher with each passing year, say school officials

Dr Shakeel Ahmed, retired professor from Urdu department Panjab University (PU) said, “This time, Ramzan fasting will be a difficult task as the days are hot as well as long.

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