A New Player with a Big Vision: Ralith Realty to Redefine NCR Real Estate
Ralith Realty enters the NCR market at a time when real estate development is being reassessed for its long-term relevance. As cities expand and buyer expectations evolve, the company emerges as a developer focused on getting the basics right: planning, construction quality and day-to-day livability. This approach is guided by a vision that sees innovation as meaningful only when it serves real needs, balancing contemporary development ideas with market realities and customer expectations. Anchored in values of excellence, collaboration, sustainability and integrity, Ralith places equal emphasis on internal culture and on-ground delivery, ensuring growth remains aligned with long-term value creation. Rakesh Kaul, CEO and Managing Director, Ralith Realty At the helm of Ralith Realty is Rakesh Kaul, CEO and Managing Director, whose experience shapes both vision and execution. With over three decades of real estate expertise spanning residential, commercial, retail, leisure, and student housing, he has held leadership roles as Chief Executive at L&T Realty and as MD & CEO at Experion Developers, spearheading millions of sq. ft. of landmark developments. Rakesh is known for blending strategic vision with hands-on execution, and for introducing market-first disruptions in design, development and sales strategy. Building on his leadership, Ralith Realtys projects reflect the same blend of vision and pragmatism. The company focuses on integrated community developments, bringing together residential, commercial, and plotted spaces that cater to diverse needs. Ralith is developing a township in a phased manner called Ralith Retreat in Sector-19A, Panipat, one of the most upscale areas of the city, with a revenue potential of above Rs. 1000 Cr. Over time, Ralith Retreat is a commitment to quality, compliance, and thoughtful design and future readiness. The project offers a mix of plots, villas, floors, and commercial spaces, each crafted to provide both lifestyle choice and long-term investment value. The emphasis is on creating communities where every element, from planning to execution, aligns with how people want to live. The second project on anvil is a high-rise luxury condominium adjoining Dwarka Expressway in Sector - 88A, Gurugram, called Devasya Bharat, at a time when the Expressway is increasingly being preferred as an emerging premium residential corridor in NCR, driven by infrastructure upgrades and improved connectivity between Gurugram and Delhi. Conceived to integrate modern lifestyle with traditional Indian values, the project offers homes that honour rooted living while embracing contemporary aspirations. It offers a blend of luxury and convenience with premium amenities and smooth connectivity to key business, social and lifestyle hubs in and around the city. The project has a topline potential of above Rs. 1,900 crore. Ralith Realtys growth is anchored in execution discipline and scale, with projects developed through a mix of owned land parcels and strategic partnerships that allow expansion without compromising delivery control. Strong corporate governance and technology-led systems support planning, monitoring and customer engagement, ensuring transparency and timely execution. Beyond delivery, the company sees itself as a long-term partner in key life milestones. From homeownership to wealth creation, Ralith Realty is focused on building trust-led relationships and enduring communities that leave a lasting imprint across NCR.
Trident Realty to invest Rs 1,200 cr to build 125-acre township in Panipat
New Delhi, Jan 24 : Trident Realty will invest Rs 1,200 crore to develop a 125-acre integrated township at Panipat in Haryana as part of its expansion plan. Gurugram-based Trident Realty launched township Trident Parktown recently where it will offer residential plots, independent floors, group housing, and commercial spaces. The total investment to develop this township is estimated at Rs 1,200 crore, Trident Realty said in a statement. In the first phase, the company has launched more than 400 plots. [] The post Trident Realty to invest Rs 1,200 cr to build 125-acre township in Panipat appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Textile units in Panipat urge CM for installation of boilers, appointment of nodal officers
Haryana: Karnal toll plaza to become barrier-free with new MLFF system, here's all you need to know
he new system is designed to make toll collection seamless, allowing vehicles to pass through without stopping, which should ease congestion on this busy stretch of National Highway 44 (Panipat-Jalandhar).
CAQM issues show cause notice to six thermal power plants near Delhi-NCR over biomass co-firing
NEW DELHI: The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) in the NCR and adjoining areas has issued Show Cause Notices to six coal-based Thermal Power Plants (TPPs) located within a 300 km radius of Delhi. These notices were issued due to non-compliance with the mandatory provisions regarding the co-firing of pellets or briquettes made from crop residue, as specified under the Environment (Utilisation of Crop Residue by Thermal Power Plants) Rules, 2023. The affected power plants include two in Punjab, three in Haryana, and one in Uttar Pradesh. The plants in Punjab are Talwandi Sabo Power Limited (TSPL Vedanta) in Mansa and PSPCL Guru Hargobind Thermal Power Plant in Lehra Mohabbat. In Haryana, the plants are Panipat Thermal Power Station (PTPS) in Panipat, Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram Thermal Power Station (DCRTPS) in Yamunanagar, and Rajiv Gandhi Thermal Power Plant (RGTPP) in Hisar. The plant in Uttar Pradesh is Harduaganj Thermal Power Station, operated by UPRVUNL. This action follows a detailed review of compliance for FY 2024-25, based on data provided by the Ministry of Power, Government of India. The rules require all coal-based TPPs to utilize a minimum of 5% biomass pellets or briquettes made from crop residue along with coal, with a minimum threshold of over 3% co-firing prescribed for FY 2024-25 to avoid penalties in the form of Environmental Compensation (EC). These statutory provisions were introduced to promote the management of paddy straw, reduce incidents of stubble burning, and mitigate air pollution in the NCR and neighboring areas. However, the compliance status of the following TPPs has been found unsatisfactory during FY 2024-25, with biomass co-firing levels well below the mandated thresholds. As a result, Show Cause Notices proposing the imposition of EC have been issued to the concerned plants. The total Environmental Compensation proposed for these six TPPs amounts to approximately Rs 61.85 Crore. Recognising a significant lag in compliance and in light of directions from the Supreme Court, the Commission issued notices in early 2024 to four TPPs that had consistently poor performance since the monitoring began. The Commission also expressed concerns to seven additional TPPs and all relevant authorities for immediate corrective actions. A committee was established to review representations from non-compliant TPPs (if any) for the period of FY 2024-25. The concerned TPPs have been directed to submit their written explanations within 15 days of receiving the Show Cause Notices. Failure to do so will result in further actions in accordance with the provisions of the Commission for Air Quality Management in the National Capital Region and Adjacent Areas Act, 2021, including actions under Section 14 of the Act.
NCRTC has invited tenders for shifting and replacing low-tension power lines, cables, and streetlights along the Kashmere Gate to Bhalaswa route. This development is expected to bring relief to commuters and boost connectivity between Delhi and industrial towns in Haryana.
LIC Janipur office marks first anniversary of Bima Sakhi Scheme
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 9: The LIC of India Satellite Office in Janipur celebrated the first anniversary of the Bima Sakhi Scheme here today. The scheme, launched last year by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi from Panipat, aims to strengthen LICs outreach and empower women through financial inclusion. The event was attended by Manager (Sales) RK Nagar, Branch Manager Abhishek Meena, Development Officers, CLIA representatives and LIC agents. A cake-cutting ceremony was held to mark one year of the schemes [] The post LIC Janipur office marks first anniversary of Bima Sakhi Scheme appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Gujarat Police arrest a couple who murdered their spouses, met inside jail, married, had a child, and lived in hiding for six years after fleeing on parole and furlough. Call data led to their capture in Panipat.
Panipat Police arrest a 32-year-old woman who confessed to killing four children three nieces and her own son by drowning them. Her hatred for beautiful girls drove the murders. One mistake at a wedding finally exposed her crimes.
'Beauty Complex' Turned Panipat's Poonam Into A Murderer. She Killed 4 Children In 2 Years
On Monday, Poonam allegedly drowned the six-year-old, who was dressed for a family function, in a tub of water.
Haryana killer mom: A woman in Haryana's Panipat has been arrested for killing four children, including her own son, police said. Poonam had a disturbing pattern of targetting children she thought were etter looking than her own. At a wedding, she killed her six-year-old niece Vidhi by drowning her in a bath tub and later confessed to the crime when caught.
Haryana: Woman arrested for allegedly killing four children, including own son, out of 'jealousy'
The police on Wednesday arrested a middle-aged woman for allegedly murdering four children, including three girls and her own son in Haryana's Panipat. According to multiple media reports citing the police, the woman allegedly murdered the girls, including her niece, out of jealousy as she thought the children were prettier than her. The woman, identified as Poonam, also killed her son to avoid suspicion of killing the girls. The investigation into the killings began after the recent death of Poonam's niece, six-year-old Vidhi, who lived in Sonipat and had come to Naultha village in Panipat's Israna area to attend a relative's wedding with her family. Vidhi was found dead with her head submerged in a water tub and her feet on the ground in the storeroom of her relative's house. Even though the death was earlier presumed to be accidental, circumstances raised some suspicions. Vidhi's father later lodged a police complaint, alleging that the child was murdered, leading to the probe. During questioning, Poonam confessed to killing three more children, including her son. According to police, Poonam had a pattern of killing children by drowning them. She targeted young, pretty girls as her motive was driven by jealousy and resentment and an obsession with looking beautiful. According to police, in August this year, Poonam murdered a girl in Siwah village because she believed the child looked prettier than her. In 2023, Poonam had killed her sister-in-law's daughter. The same year, she drowned her son just to avoid suspicion.
Woman Who Killed Son Murders 6-Year-Old Girl For Looking 'Prettier' Than Her
A woman has been arrested for murdering her 6-year-old niece in Haryana's Panipat, police said on Wednesday. The reason: she did not want anyone to look more beautiful than her.
A New Generation of Digital Marketers Steering India's Rapidly Evolving Landscape
Indias digital marketing environment is undergoing rapid change. Algorithmic shifts, rising media costs, and evolving audience behaviour are prompting brands to reconsider traditional approaches. In a landscape where authentic, straightforward communication often performs better than heavily produced content, adaptability has become essential. Vipluv Rana and Neha Rana Co-founders 28 DigiTech Operating within this shift is 28 DigiTech , a young agency established six months ago by Neha Rana and Vipluv Rana , professionals with nearly 15 years of experience in digital strategy and communication. The agency was formed with the intention of responding to the changing expectations of digital audiences and the increasing need for agile content and campaign design. In a short period, 28 DigiTech has worked with a number of institutions in Indias higher education sector, a category that places significant emphasis on credibility and targeted communication. Its growing client list includes: KIIT University, IIT Bombay Educational Outreach, Somaiya Vidyavihar University, Krea University, SPJIMR, ISBR, Jindal Global University, Panipat Institute of Engineering & Technology (PIET), Kalinga Institute of Social Sciences (KISS), Maxme, Q&I Today (from the promoters of India Today Group) to name a few. The agency has also crossed a turnover of 1 crore within six months, reflecting steady demand for strategic digital solutions rooted in audience understanding. Commenting on todays digital environment, Co-founder Neha Rana states, The old digital formula doesnt work anymore. You cant outspend your way to attention. You have to out-think it. The audience is smarter, faster, and more instinctive than ever so our content has to be, too. Adding to this, Co-founder Vipluv Rana explains , We come from the same world our audience lives in. We know what makes them scroll, skip, and stop because were part of that tribe . Our goal is to make an impact and deliver measurable results to our clients. The founders further state the approach that defines 28 DigiTech: Raw Over Refined: A focus on communication that prioritises authenticity and real-world relevance. Agile, Not Aged: A structure designed for rapid decision-making, enabling campaigns to adapt quickly to changing platform and audience dynamics. Data-Led Creativity: Creative development grounded in insights, performance tracking, and measurable results Education at the Core: A strong and growing presence in the higher education sector, driving measurable outcomes. Results, Not Rhetoric: Campaigns built around effectiveness, relevance, and sustained impact delivering desired reach and ROI As India's digital ecosystem expands, organisations are increasingly looking for partners who combine strategic clarity with an understanding of evolving user behaviour. Agencies that can respond quickly to shifts in the digital environment are becoming more relevant to brands seeking sustained visibility and engagement. Through its early work, 28 DigiTech echoes the industrys gradual shift toward more adaptive, insight-driven digital communication.The agencys trajectory highlights the growing importance of responsiveness and audience understanding in shaping contemporary marketing outcomes.
NTTM develops scientific model for recycling retired national flags: Textiles Ministry
NEW DELHI, Nov 27: A scientific model has been developed under the National Technical Textiles Mission (NTTM) for the recycling of retired national flags, the textiles ministry has said in a statement. The model will be showcased at an event in Panipat on November 28. For the first time in India, a structured and scientifically sound process has been introduced for the dignified recycling of retired national flags, it said. Implemented by an industry partner, the project ensures that [] The post NTTM develops scientific model for recycling retired national flags: Textiles Ministry appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
ED attaches property worth Rs 1 crore in money laundering case
Jammu Tawi, Nov 24:Directorate of Enforcement, Jammu has attached an immovable property worth Rs 1 Crore under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002. According to a statement, the provisionally attached property comprises industrial land at Panipat, Haryana of M/s Vidit Healthcare Pvt. Ltd., Sirmour, HP. The statement reads that the ED initiated investigation [] The post ED attaches property worth Rs 1 crore in money laundering case appeared first on Northlines .
Haryana man, three others arrested for killing sister over inter-caste marriage
CHANDIGARH: Police in Haryana on Thursday arrested a man and three of his associates for allegedly murdering his 23-year-old sister over inter-caste marraige, and for reportedly planning to kill her husband next. The arrests were made after an encounter on the Ladhot-Bohar road in Rohtak. The victim, 23-year-old woman Sapna, was allegedly shot dead by her brother and his friends at her in-laws house at Kahni village in Rohtak on Wednesday night. Her brother-in-law, Sahil, sustained bullet injuries during the attack and is undergoing treatment at the PGIMS at Rohtak. Sapna had married Suraj, an auto driver, about three and a half years ago against their families wishes. The couple, who have a daughter, knew each other since school. The couple had initially moved away from their native Kahani village but had returned recently. On Wednesday night around 9.40 pm, Sapna's brother Sanju, accompanied by three friends, allegedly stormed into Sapnas house and opened fire.Sapna died on the spot, while Surajs brother Sahil sustained injuries. Suraj was not at home at the time of the attack. Haryana DGP, OP Singh, said that around midnight, the police received information that the accused was preparing to target Suraj next and could be intercepted on Ladot-Bohar Road. Acting swiftly on the input, a naka was established on LadotBohar Road and the accused were subsequently cornered by the police team. On being surrounded, the accused started firing. Then in self defense, the police retaliated. During the exchange of firing between police and criminals, all four accused sustained bullet injuries. They were immediately shifted to PGIMS Rohtak for treatment, he said. The accused have been identified as Sanju, Rahul -- both from Kahni village in Rohtak -- and Ankit alias Baba and Gaurav of Rukhi village in Sonepat district. Four pistols, ten live cartridges, two magazines and a motorcycle were recovered from their possession. The tragic incident took place after a period of relative calm in the agrarian state which remains bound to age-old traditions that still deny many adults the freedom to choose their partners. On June 19 last year, 20-year-old Komal, belonging to Gujjar Community was allegedly shot dead by her teenage brother in Jind who was angry over her getting married to a SC youth of Kaithal. On June 3, 2024, a 27-year-old Saravjeet Kaur of Nejadela Kalan village in Sirsa district was killed by her brother and father who were annoyed with her love affair with Karan from a nearby village. The couple was from the same caste. The parents did not agree with her love and strangled her and made a fake story of heart attack. On June 24 last year , Tejbir of Badala village and Meena of Sultanpur village was shot dead in Hansi town by two unidentified men in a suspected case of honour killing. On June 24, 2021, Vinay and his wife Kiran Dahiya of Gopalpura village in Sonipat, were shot by the girl's family as it was against their decision to marry in the same gotra. The couple had married in August 2020 and had been living in hiding in a Delhi village due to severe threat from the girl's family for a year. Even their plea before the Punjab and Haryana High Court for security could not save their life. On January 2, 2021, Neeraj was murdered allegedly by his brother-in-law and his accomplice in Panipat. He had married Komal in November 2020 who lived near his house. However, the girl's family did not agree to the alliance because the boy was from a different caste.
As per the nationwide study, Indias actual Ready for Life Index (RLI) stands at a modest 59, compared to a high perceived readiness of 85, indicating a wide gap of 26 points in financial readiness across Indias urban population Retirement planning emerges as Indias biggest gap area, with two in three individuals, expecting family support after retirement, despite planning Two out of five individuals have an emergency fund to last over four months; two out of five health insurance owners hold a health cover below INR 5 lakh The findings also highlight Indias need for long-term protection and financial literacy across income groups and cities HDFC Lif e has launched Ready for Life - its latest research-based study. This one-of-its-kind report makes an effort to quantify the Financial Readiness Gap the difference between perceived and actual financial preparedness of individuals. Vineet Arora, Executive Director & Chief Business Officer, HDFC Life The Index shows a 26-point gap, which implies that there is a big difference in terms of actual readiness of an individual in comparison to how ready they think they are largely due the lack of action to convert financial planning from merely a plan into reality. In other words, the index reveals that individuals are not well-prepared to handle uncertainties of life across different financial aspects. About the Study The Ready for Life Index 2025 is a proprietary research initiative by HDFC Life. This research has been conducted by Ipsos India, an independent market research company. Based on 1,836 face-to-face interviews with working men and women aged between 2555 years across Metros, Tier 2, and Tier 3 cities*, the study evaluates Indias life readiness across four key pillars Financial Planning, Emergency Preparedness, Health & Well-being, and Retirement Strategy. The index aims to highlight the gap between perception and actual preparedness, encouraging a shift from short-term savings to structured, long-term financial planning. Balancing Confidence and Preparedness Indias Retirement Reality The Ready for Life Index 2025 evaluates India's overall preparedness across life pillars of high importance and finds that though awareness and optimism are visible, preparedness is still uneven. While consumers hold clear ideal retirement goals, their financial actions and product choices suggest that these goals may be difficult to reach. Of all the pillars, retirement preparedness is the weakest with a 37-point gap between confidence and level of action. Close to half of urban Indians have yet to begin saving for retirement, and two out of every three anticipate support from family after retirement. Most respondents who have started planning for retirement, are of the opinion that a corpus of INR 50 lakhs INR 1 crore would last about 17 years, which could prove to be a gross underestimation considering inflation and lifestyle costs. These results stress on the need for India to move from family-supported financial security to independent retirement planning and also on the need for awareness on financial planning Financial Planning and Protection Traditional Strength, Modern Gaps While Indian customers are inclined towards conventional savings instruments like endowment insurance plans, fixed deposits, and gold, protection and growth-oriented products like term insurance, market linked products, and retirement products are underutilised. Term insurance, which is one of the most cost-effective protection instruments, has modest ownership owing to limited product understanding, myths around claim settlement, and belief that premiums offer no return if the policy holder outlives the policy term. While financial discipline is visible to an extent, the savings space remains dominated by traditional products and short-term goals. The real opportunity lies in encouraging systematic, long-term investing to build sustainable wealth and reduce over-reliance on low-growth instruments. On a positive note, there is increasing awareness about health and wellness. Four in five survey participants actively engage in physical activities to maintain their overall physical and mental well-being. Similarly, two out of three go for yearly health check-ups. But the gap in coverage continues to exist; 2 in 5 respondents have health insurance cover of less than INR 5 lakh. Further, in terms of emergency funds, 2 in 5 individuals possess sufficient savings to meet home expenses for more than four months. Regional and Tier-wise Insights The study reveals notable regional variations in financial readiness across India: North India shows the widest readiness gap of 30 points, mainly due to weaker emergency and retirement planning East India records the most realistic self-assessment with a gap of 20 points, and also displays a traditional and disciplined savings approach South India leads in maturity towards financial and health planning West India demonstrates a more diversified investment outlook but lower focus on long-term planning Tier 3 cities display the lowest preparedness and widest confidence gaps, highlighting the need for deeper financial literacy efforts beyond metros here for the report Vineet Arora Executive Director & Chief Business Officer, HDFC Life , shared his thoughts on the study, The Ready for Life Index reflects Indias growing awareness and optimism about financial planning but also reminds us that true readiness is built through consistent planning and protection. Confidence alone is not enough preparedness needs structure and action ." " The findings indicate that retirement remains Indias biggest financial blind spot. Despite higher awareness, the actual action towards long-term security is limited. Through this study, we aim to encourage meaningful conversations around preparedness and protection as essential pillars of financial wellness . * List of cities - Delhi, Chennai, Mumbai, Kolkata, Lucknow, Jodhpur, Kochi, Vishakhapatnam, Vadodara, Nagpur, Bhubaneshwar, Patna, Muzaffarnagar, Panipat, Thanjavur, Machilipatnam, Anand, Dhule, Bardhaman, Ganjam Disclaimer HDFC Life Insurance Co. Ltd. (HDFC Life) (i) makes no express or implied representations, warranties or covenants as to the accuracy and/or completeness of the information, data, opinions, commentary, analysis and/or any direct or indirect recommendations included in the Ready for Life Index Study conducted by Ipsos India Pvt. Ltd. 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This report does not constitute an offer, solicitation, or recommendation to buy or sell any financial instrument or product.
Bihar poll push: Haryana BJP rallies migrant workers to vote back home
CHANDIGARH: The Haryana unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has devised a multi-pronged strategy to assist the migrant population from Bihar living in Haryana to return home and cast their votes in the forthcoming polls. Bihar goes to polls in two phases on Nov 6 and 11. Special buses have been arranged to ferry these voters back to Bihar, and factory owners have been requested to grant paid leave to migrant workers. As the NDA and the Mahagathbandhan engage in a tough contest, the saffron party hopes its efforts will impress natives of Bihar residing in Haryana and help sway the vote. This move is part of the BJPs broader strategy to maximize voter turnout in the Bihar elections. According to party sources, the initiative also aims to ensure that migrant workers exercise their right to vote and encourage others to do the same, regardless of their political preferences. Sources said the party has identified a significant population of migrants from Bihar living across 12 districts of Haryana. The majority of these voters are industrial labourers employed in factories across the National Capital Region (NCR) including Gurugram, Faridabad, Rewari, Jhajjar, Rohtak, Sonipat, Kurukshetra, Panipat, Hisar, Ambala, Yamunanagar, and Karnal. The saffron party has contacted over one lakh voters residing in Haryana, while the total number of migrants from Bihar with votes registered back home is estimated to be between 2.5 and 3 lakh. The strategy aims to ensure that these registered Bihar voters are present at their respective polling booths on election day. The partys outreach focuses on promoting the BJP governments message of good governance, drawing a clear contrast with the past, said a party leader. Sources added that the BJP had initiated this strategy months earlier, during Bihar Diwas celebrations in March, with an eye on the upcoming Bihar elections in November. The outreach, designed to strengthen emotional and social bonds, culminated during Chhath Puja festivities, which were attended by Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini. Recently, the BJP organized a series of meetings including one chaired by CM Nayab Singh Saini to finalize the election strategy. Senior leaders were assigned specific responsibilities to handle the logistical arrangements for migrant voters, ensuring their presence in Bihar on polling day. To facilitate this, the party is dispatching Vistarakas (campaign workers) from Haryana to Bihar for voter mobilization and engagement. Haryana BJP leaders are also actively reaching out to factory owners, urging them to grant paid leave to Bihari migrant workers to remove a major obstacle to their participation in the assembly polls, sources said.
54 Haryana youth deported from US after travelling via dunki route
CHANDIGARH: About ten months after over 300 illegal immigrants were deported from the United States on three military flights, another 54 youth from Haryana who travelled to America via the dunki route have now been sent back to India. Of the 54 who landed at the Indira Gandhi International Airport on Saturday evening, 16 are from Karnal, 14 from Kaithal, five each from Ambala and Kurukshetra, four from Yamunanagar, three from Jind, two from Sonepat, and one each from Rohtak, Panipat, Fatehabad, and Panchkula, sources said. The home district of one deportee is yet to be confirmed. Sources said that after the youth arrived in Delhi, police teams from their respective districts brought them back by bus and handed them over to their families following proper documentation and verification. The illegal immigrants had travelled to the US in search of work but were detained by authorities and later deported. A police official said that the deported youth have so far not filed any complaints against any agents. One of the youth from Karnal had a criminal case registered against him regarding electricity theft, which is under trial, and he was out on bail, he said. The official added that an Excise Act case had earlier been registered against one of the youth from Kaithal, who had skipped a court hearing and will now be produced before the court. Another youth from Sonepat had previously faced an Arms Act case. One of the deported youth, Naresh Kumar from Kaithal, said he spent Rs 57 lakh to reach the United States, having sold his farmland for Rs 42 lakh. His brother contributed Rs 6.5 lakh after selling his own land, while he borrowed Rs 6 lakh as a loan and another Rs 2.5 lakh from a relative. He was later caught and spent the past fourteen months in a detention centre in the US. Continuing his account, Kumar said he travelled to the US via the dunki route through Panama, a journey that took about two months. He initially paid Rs 42 lakh to the travel agent, followed by Rs 6 lakh upon reaching Guatemala, another Rs 6 lakh in Mexico, and the remaining amount after crossing the US border. Three youth, identified as Ajay from Bhairon Khera, Laabjot Singh from Nimnabad, and Naveen from Pillukhera in Jind, were also handed over to their families. Laabjot Singh from Jind said he reached the US last year after his family sold 1.5 acres of their three-acre landholding to pay Rs 50 lakh to the travel agent. After travelling through tough terrain and jungles, I reached there but was caught as I crossed the border and had been languishing in the detention centre for 11 months before being sent back, he said. Ankur Singh from Karnal said he reached the US in October 2022 after paying Rs 29 lakh, a journey that took four months. He added that in February this year, he was arrested in Georgia while working at a liquor store and later sent to a detention camp. Jind Superintendent of Police Kuldeep Singh warned that travelling abroad through illegal means endangers ones life. Before applying for a visa, one should thoroughly verify the agent or organisation and never fall for false promises made by unknown people. Going abroad illegally is not only a waste of money but also sends a negative message to society, he said. Confirming that 14 youth have been deported by the US and the police are verifying their background, Superintendent of Police of Kaithal, Upasana, said, All have been handed over to their family members. In July this year, External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal had said that the US had deported a total of 1,563 Indian nationals since January. Union Minister of Power and former Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar reiterated that youth travelling abroad through the dunki route is harmful to them and their families. We want youth to get jobs and go abroad through legal means. The Haryana government has set up a department for this purpose, which facilitates the process, and many youth have already been placed abroad through it. More requisitions for jobs abroad have also come in. During my visit to Dubai, I had meetings in this regard, he said.
Microplastic pollution in Panipat | Green Humour by Rohan Chakravarty
CHANDIGARH: Nine Japanese companies have expressed interest in investing approximately Rs 5,000 crore in Haryana and have signed Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) to that effect. These investments are expected to generate employment opportunities for around 15,000 youth in the state, said Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini. He added that Gurugram has evolved into a global hub for IT and startups, and as part of the Global City Project, a 1,000-acre township is being developed in the millennium city. Saini made these remarks while addressing a gathering at the ''Jan Vishwas-Jan Vikas'' state-level event in Panchkula, on the occasion of the completion of one year of the third term of the BJP government in Haryana. He said that industrialists and companies from Haryana have expanded their reach by visiting African countries such as Tanzania, Kenya, and Rwanda, where they have even established industrial units. Recently, a delegation of 13 progressive farmers, led by the Agriculture Minister, visited Kenya to explore opportunities in agriculture and develop a roadmap for exporting floriculture products to international markets. Saini emphasised that, as a result of the government's proactive incentive schemes, Haryana has emerged as a preferred destination for both domestic and international investors. Under the Haryana Startup Policy 2022, the state now hosts over 9,500 startups, including 19 unicorn companies. In addition, more than 250 Fortune 500 companies have established a presence in Haryana. Gurugram has evolved into a global hub for IT and startups, further strengthening the states innovation ecosystem. As part of the Global City Project, a 1,000-acre township is being developed in Gurugram. Beyond this, the state is also building a logistics hub in Narnaul, a manufacturing cluster in Hisar, and an electronics park in Sohna, positioning Haryana as a leader in infrastructure-led industrial development. He said that twenty-one new national highways have been declared to connect every district, and work on 13 of them has already been completed. A Regional Road Upgradation Project has been launched to enhance road connectivity. Under this initiative, 4,227 roads spanning 9,410 kilometres are being repaired and upgraded at a cost of Rs 4,827 crore in the current financial year. Saini stated that industry is the backbone of the economy, and to accelerate industrial growth, the state has developed a robust ecosystem promoting Ease of Doing Business. As a result of various incentive schemes, 12,20,872 micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) have been registered in the state over the past 11 years, attracting investments worth Rs 28,377.59 crore. He highlighted that Maruti Suzuki's largest manufacturing plant is set to open at IMT Kharkhoda, with an investment of Rs 18,000 crore, expected to create 10,000 jobs. In addition, Suzukis motorcycle plant is also being established at the same location, involving an investment of Rs 1,466 crore, which will provide employment to 2,000 youth. Furthermore, the Uno Minda Group is setting up an alloy wheel plant in the region, with an investment of Rs 2,000 crore, projected to generate employment for 2,500 youth. Saini said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the Bima Sakhi Yojana from Panipat to empower women. Under this scheme, 9,656 women have become Bima Sakhis. Inspired by its success, the state government has introduced the Lado Sakhi scheme. A provision has been made to provide an incentive of Rs 1,000 to Lado Sakhis who care for pregnant women during delivery and after the birth of a daughter. He said that the Scheduled Castes, who had long been deprived of their rightful opportunities, are now being empowered through increased participation in government jobs, Panchayat, and local body elections. He added that the Backward Class-B community has been granted reservation in Panchayati Raj institutions and urban local bodies, including 5 per cent reservation for the post of Sarpanch and proportional representation based on their population for other posts. He further said that the government has granted land rights to the Prajapati community in 1,700 villages to support their traditional pottery business. Now, there will be no hurdles in their livelihood. We have taken steps to restore the dignity and respect of the Prajapati community, he said. Speaking about renewable energy initiatives, the Chief Minister said that under the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana, the state aims to install free rooftop solar systems of up to 2 kilowatts by 31 March 2027. So far, 37,825 solar systems have been installed. He added that citizens opting for 3-kilowatt systems are eligible for an additional subsidy of Rs 18,000 for the third kilowatt. Over the past 11 years, 1,61,837 solar pumps have been installed, including 33,553 in the last year alone.
The project is expected to benefit approximately 1 lakh commuters by providing a safe, comfortable, and efficient travel option. Moreover, it will help alleviate traffic congestion on the Delhi-Ambala Highway (NH-44).
Azad inaugurates Global Youth Festival at Panipat
Excelsior Correspondent NEW DELHI, Oct 3: Former J&K Chief Minister and Chairman Gandhi Global Family, Ghulam Nabi Azad today inaugurated the Global Youth Festival- 2025 at Sant Nirankari Bhawan complex, at Panipat. The festival, beginning on Gandhi Jayanti, is aimed at educating and engaging the younger generation on Mahatma Gandhis eternal values of truth, non-violence and justice. Addressing the gathering, Azad emphasised that Gandhijis principles remain a guiding light for humanity and must be carried forward by todays youth to [] The post Azad inaugurates Global Youth Festival at Panipat appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
