Chandigarh functions as the media nerve center for the states of Punjab, Haryana, and Himachal Pradesh.
* **Print:** The city is the headquarters of *The Tribune*, one of the oldest and most widely read English dailies in northern India. Other major newspapers include *Hindustan Times*, *The Times of India*, *Indian Express*, *Amar Ujala*, and *Dainik Bhaskar*. * **Radio:** A vibrant local radio scene includes popular FM channels such as 92.7 BIG FM, 94.3 MY FM, 93.5 Red FM, and All India Radio. * **Television & Online:** The city hosts regional bureaus for major national news networks and is home to numerous digital media startups focused on regional news and Punjabi entertainment.

