Two arrested for theft

Chandigarh: A resident of Sector 41 has alleged that her relatives, Pardeep and Shinder, visited her house in a car and stole her voter card, gold Mangal Sutra and earrings while she was making tea for them. A case under Sections 380 and 411 of the IPC has been registered at the Sector 39 police station. During investigation, suspect Vijender Bhonsle (18) of Jind, and Pardeep Bhonsle (29) of Panchkula have been arrested. TNS

Two held for gambling

Chandigarh: Mohali resident Sukhwinder was held while gambling near Electricity Office, Motor Market, Mani Majra, on June 8 and Rs9,820 were recovered from him. A case under the Gambling Act has been registered at the Mani Majra police station. Mani Majra resident Majay Paswan was held while gambling near Shastri Nagar, Manimajra, on June 8. The suspects were released on bail later. TNS

Sewa Kendra timings extended

Mohali: The timings for Sewa Kendras have been extended from 9 am to 5 pm and now, service will be extended on Saturdays too. Residents can avail of services even without a prior appointment now. Some counters have been reserved for those who come with prior approval. TNS

BJP, AAP members come to blows

Chandigarh: BJP councillor Bharat Kumar and AAP leader Krishan Kumar almost came to blows over a developmental issue in Ram Durbar on Wednesday. Krishan Kumar accused the councillor of using poor quality material. A video showing the two leaders lashing out at each other went viral and both the parties accused each other of misbehaviour. TNS