Badshah Fined Rs15,500 For Violating Traffic Rules In Gurugram; Here's What The Rapper Did

Reportedly, while Badshah was driving the vehicle, it did not belong to him but to a youth from Panipat.

PM Modi launches LICs Bima Sakhi Yojana

PANIPAT, Dec 9 : Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday launched the Bima Sakhi Yojana of LIC here under which 2 lakh woman insurance agents will be appointed over the next three years. Bima Sakhi Yojana, an initiative of state-owned LIC, is designed to empower women aged 18-70 years who are Class X pass. They will receive specialised training and a stipend for the first three years to promote financial literacy and insurance awareness. Under the scheme, the woman agents [] The post PM Modi launches LICs Bima Sakhi Yojana appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

PM calls for women's empowerment, launches initiative to enrol lakhs as insurance agents

Prime Minister Modi launched the 'Bima Sakhi' initiative in Panipat, Haryana, aiming to empower women by enrolling them as insurance agents and expand insurance coverage. He highlighted the government's commitment to women's progress and support for farmers, citing over 1.25 lakh crore disbursed as MSP in Haryana during previous terms and additional drought relief funds.

PM Modi launches LIC's 'Bima Sakhi Yojana'

PANIPAT: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday launched the 'Bima Sakhi Yojana' of LIC here under which 2 lakh woman insurance agents will be appointed over the next three years. 'Bima Sakhi Yojana', an initiative of state-owned LIC, is designed to empower women aged 18-70 years who are Class X pass. They will receive specialised training and a stipend for the first three years to promote financial literacy and insurance awareness. Under the scheme, the woman agents will also get a stipend of Rs 7,000 per month for the first year, Rs 6,000 per month in the second year and Rs 5,000 per month in the third year. Bima Sakhis will also get the benefit of commission. The plan is to appoint 2 lakh Bima Sakhi over three years. After training, they can serve as LIC agents and the graduate Bima Sakhis would have the opportunity to qualify for being considered for Development Officer roles in LIC. Prime Minister will also distribute appointment certificates to prospective Bima Sakhis. The Prime Minister also laid the foundation stone of the main campus of Maharana Pratap Horticultural University, Karnal. The main campus and six regional research stations, spread over 495 acres, will be established at a cost of over Rs 700 crore. The University will have one college of horticulture for graduate and post-graduate studies and five schools covering 10 horticulture disciplines. It will work towards crop diversification and world-class research for the development of horticulture technologies.

Modi launches LIC's Bima Sakhi Yojana to empower women

Panipat: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday launched the 'Bima Sakhi Yojana' of LIC here under which 2 lakh woman insurance agents will be appointed over the next three years.'Bima Sakhi Yojana', an initiative of state-owned LIC, is designed to empower women aged 18-70 years who are Class X pass. They will receive specialised training and a stipend for the first three years to promote financial literacy and insurance awareness. Under the scheme, the woman agents will also get a stipend of Rs 7,000 per month for the first year, Rs 6,000 per month in the second year and Rs 5,000 per month in the third year. Bima Sakhis will also get the benefit of commission. The plan is to appoint 2 lakh Bima Sakhi over three years. After training, they can serve as LIC agents and the graduate Bima Sakhis would have the opportunity to qualify for being considered for Development Officer roles in LIC. Prime Minister will also distribute appointment certificates to prospective Bima Sakhis. The Prime Minister also laid the foundation stone of the main campus of Maharana Pratap Horticultural University, Karnal. The main campus and six regional research stations, spread over 495 acres, will be established at a cost of over Rs 700 crore. The University will have one college of horticulture for graduate and post-graduate studies and five schools covering 10 horticulture disciplines. It will work towards crop diversification and world-class research for the development of horticulture technologies.

What is LICs Bima Sakhi Yojana? Know eligibility, stipend & how to apply

In line with his commitment to women empowerment and financial inclusion, Prime Minister will Bima Sakhi Yojana (MCA Scheme) in Panipat, Haryana. This initiative of Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) is designed to empower rural women. They ...

Imran Khan's party to launch more protests against govt to secure his release, says Khyber Pakhtunkhwa CM

Ali Amin Gandapur, a leader of Imran Khan's party, threatened further protests to secure Khan's release from jail. He referenced the Battle of Panipat, vowing more attacks like the November 24th march in Islamabad.

Imran Khans party to launch more protests against Govt to secure his release, says Khyber Pakhtunkhwa CM

PESHAWAR, Dec 8:Pakistans Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province Ali Amin Gandapur, the firebrand leader of Imran Khans party, has warned of launching more protests against the federal Government to secure the release of the jailed former premier. We will continue launching attacks like the battle of Panipat. We will conquer if demands are not met, Gandapur told reporters on Saturday, referring to a historic battle in the subcontinent. We have launched just five attacks and will continue to launch the rest, [] The post Imran Khans party to launch more protests against Govt to secure his release, says Khyber Pakhtunkhwa CM appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

PM Modi to launch Bima Sakhi Yojana for women on Dec 9

Prime Minister Modi will launch the 'Bima Sakhi Yojana' in Panipat on December 9th. This LIC initiative will train women aged 18-70, who are Class X pass, to promote financial literacy and insurance awareness. Graduates may qualify for Development Officer roles. He will also lay the foundation stone for Maharana Pratap Horticultural University in Karnal.

Delhi Police nabs 2 shooters of Tillu gang in Rohini

New Delhi: The Special Cell of the Delhi Police nabbed two Haryana-based shooters of the Tillu Tajpuriya gang following a shootout in the Rohini area, an officer said on Friday. According to police, both shooters received gunshot wounds in their legs and were rushed to a nearby hospital for treatment. They were identified as Narender, 24, of Sonipat and Abhishek, 22, of Panipat. The arrests were made following a tip-off about the presence of the two shooters in the northwest Delhi area. Teams were formed to nab them. When they were asked to surrender, they opened fire at the team. Police also fired back and both received bullet injuries in their legs, the officer said.

Andhra Pradesh: Engg student with bullets held at airport

Vijayawada: A student of engineering, studying at a private university in the city, was taken into custody by the police for carrying two rounds of bullets, at the Vijayawada International Airport on Thursday. According to Gannavaram police, the student hailing from Panipat in Haryana was about to board a flight to Delhi, when the officials manning the security hold area, checked his luggage and found two rounds of ammunition. He was immediately taken into custody for further questioning. The student confessed to the police that when he came to the city earlier from his home town, he was travelling by a train and he was not aware about the cartridges in his luggage. He further said that the seized bullets were of the licensed gun belonging to his father. A case has been booked and further investigation is underway, police said.

Body Of Panipat Woman, Who Lost 16 Kids, Exhumed 2 Days After Burial As Daughter Suspects Murder

After the burial, the family could not locate Salamati's phone, and calls to it went unanswered, with the line being disconnected after a few rings.

Intense lobbying within BJP for Haryana's Rajya Sabha seat as elections approach

CHANDIGARH: With the Election Commission of India (ECI) announcing the schedule for the Rajya Sabha elections , lobbying within the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has intensified for the lone Rajya Sabha seat in Haryana. Sources suggest that the names of several prominent BJP leaders are being considered for the seat. These include Haryana BJP President and former MLA Mohan Lal Badoli, former state party chief OP Dhankar, former Karnal MP Sanjay Bhatia, former MP Kuldeep Bishnoi, former Sirsa MP Sunita Duggal, and former state minister Capt. Abhimanyu. The seat became vacant after Krishan Lal Panwar resigned on October 14 . Panwar, a Scheduled Caste (SC) face of the party, had been elected as an MLA from Israna in Panipat during the recent assembly elections and was later appointed a cabinet minister in the Nayab Singh Saini government. Sources reveal that the saffron party is considering caste combinations in selecting the candidate, and the candidate's connections with the RSS will also play a crucial role in the decision-making process. Mohan Lal Badoli, a Brahmin, is a strong contender for the Rajya Sabha seat, especially since under his leadership, the BJP secured a historic third term in the state. Although he was the sitting MLA, Badoli did not contest from his Rai assembly seat in Sonepat, further bolstering his chances for the nomination. Former Karnal MP Sanjay Bhatia, known for his organizational skills and considered the pioneer of the panna pramukh concept in the BJP, is also in the race. Bhatia, a Punjabi, had played a key role in supporting former Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar in the 2019 Lok Sabha election from Karnal. Jat leaders, including former state party chief OP Dhankar and Capt. Abhimanyu, both of whom have considerable influence within the party, also cannot be overlooked. Despite losing their respective assembly seats in the recent elections, the party may want to ehabilitate one of them to send a positive signal to the influential Jat community. Former MP Kuldeep Bishnoi , a non-Jat face of the party, and Sunita Duggal, a prominent SC leader, are also being considered. One viewpoint within the party suggests that the seat should go to the SC community once again. According to the ECI's notification, nominations can be filed between December 3 and 10, with the last date for withdrawal of candidature being December 13. Although the election is scheduled for December 20, the result is likely to be declared on December 13, as the opposition may not field a candidate due to insufficient numbers. The BJP is expected to retain the seat easily, given its numbers in the state assembly. The BJP has 48 MLAs in the 90-member House, with three independent legislators supporting it. The Congress has 37 MLAs, while the INLD has two legislators. The BJP needs 46 votes to win the seat if a poll is held.

Viral Video: Man thrashed in Panipat, Haryana for filming reel in public wearing a bra

A man filming a social media video in a bra in Panipat's Insar Market was confronted and beaten by locals who found his actions obscene. The incident sparked debate about public decency and the lengths people go to for online fame, particularly in conservative settings.

Man held for sexually harassing co-passenger on Goa-bound Air India flight

PANAJI: Police have arrested a 23-year-old man on charges of sexually harassing a woman co-passenger on a flight from Delhi to Goa, officials said on Wednesday. The alleged incident took place between 11 am and 1.20 pm on Tuesday on board the Air India flight, as per the FIR. The 28-year-old woman, resident of Janakpuri in New Delhi, told the police that when the plane was airborne, the man, who was sitting on the seat next to her, pulled over a blanket and allegedly started indulging in objectionable acts. The man purposely kept the blanket open at the side of the victim during the act, as per the FIR. The woman filed a police complaint against the man after the flight landed at the Goa International Airport at Dabolim in South Goa on Tuesday. The Dabolim airport police later arrested the man, identified as Jitender Jangian, hailing from Panipat in Haryana, a senior police official said. A case was registered against the accused under sections 75 (sexual harassment) and 79 (actions intended to insult a woman's modesty, including verbal insults, inappropriate gestures or objects, and privacy invasion) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, the police added.

Man held for sexually harassing co-passenger on Goa-bound flight

Panaji: Police have arrested a 23-year-old man on charges of sexually harassing a woman co-passenger on a flight from Delhi to Goa, officials said on Wednesday. The alleged incident took place between 11 am and 1.20 pm on Tuesday on board the Air India flight, as per the FIR. The 28-year-old woman, resident of Janakpuri in New Delhi, told the police that when the plane was airborne, the man, who was sitting on the seat next to her, pulled over a blanket and allegedly started indulging in objectionable acts. The man purposely kept the blanket open at the side of the victim during the act, as per the FIR. The woman filed a police complaint against the man after the flight landed at the Goa International Airport at Dabolim in South Goa on Tuesday. The Dabolim airport police later arrested the man, identified as Jitender Jangian, hailing from Panipat in Haryana, a senior police official said. A case was registered against the accused under sections 75 (sexual harassment) and 79 (actions intended to insult a woman's modesty, including verbal insults, inappropriate gestures or objects, and privacy invasion) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, the police added.

Chhattisgarh Roads to Match US Quality in Two Years: Gadkari

RAIPUR: Union minister Nitin Gadkari on Saturday said that road networks of Chhattisgarh will match that of America in quality in two years. Addressing the 83rd annual convention of Indian Road Congress here, Mr Gadkari, who holds the portfolio of road transport and highways at the Centre, said that the Centre laid emphasis on quality while implementing various road projects in Chhattisgarh and other states. While announcing road projects worth Rs 20,000 crore for Chhattisgarh, Mr Gadkari declared that the road networks of Chhattisgarh will match that of America in quality in two years. The Union minister also encouraged eco-friendly innovations like bamboo crash barriers and biofuel, supporting sustainable development of rural farmers. He highlighted self-reliant technology of making a bamboo crash barrier in Chhattisgarh and said that this eco-friendly innovation has the capacity to replace steel. Mr Gadkari called for the use of bamboo crash barriers instead of iron in construction works in Chhattisgarh to encourage the farmers to go for bamboo cultivation. We have made bio vitamins from straw and it is being used in Meghalaya. Recently in Panipat, we have started making 1,000 liters of bio vitamin and bio aviation fuel from straw. In Chhattisgarh also, similar works should be done, he said. Mr Gadkari stressed the importance of cost-effective and high-quality works to help India become a self-reliant, five trillion-economy. He also emphasized the need for concerted efforts to reduce road accidents by improving road engineering and prioritizing road safety during construction of the roads. Speaking on the occasion, chief minister Vishnu Deo Sai said that the development vision of Chhattisgarh is aligned with Indias goal of becoming a developed nation by 2047 and doubling its GSDP by 2028.

Air quality remains 'very poor' in several parts of Haryana, Punjab

CHANDIGARH: The air quality index at several places in Punjab and Haryanawas recorded in the 'very poor' and 'poor' categories on Sunday. According to Sameer app that provides hourly updates of the national AQI published by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), the AQI in Punjab's Amritsar was recorded at 301,183 in Chandigarh, 119 in Bathinda, 214 in Jalandhar, 171 in Khanna, 153 in Ludhiana, 207 in Patiala, 184 in Mandi Gobindgarh and 141 in Rupnagar. Among several places in Haryana, the AQI was recorded at 293 in Bhiwani, 280 in Charkhi Dadri, 238 in Faridabad, 202 in Fatehabad, 266 in Gurugram, 266 in Hisar, 253 in Jind, 258 in Rohtak, 296 in Sonipat, 251 in Sirsa, 238 in Kurukshetra, 187 in Panipat, 142 in Yamunanagar and 112 in Ambala, the data showed. Spike in stubble burning on Diwali worsens Punjabs air quality The air quality index in Haryana's Bahadurgarh and Karnal were the worst hit with 313 and 316 respectively. An AQI between zero and 50 is considered good, 51 to 100 satisfactory, 101 to 200 moderate, 201 to 300 poor, 301 to 400 very poor, 401 to 450 severe, and above 450 classified as 'severe plus.' Notably, Punjab recorded 379 farm fires on Saturday.

400 Tyres, 3,500 Horsepower: 'Bahubali' Truck Wows Onlookers On Highway From Gujarat To Haryana

The Bahubali truck, along with a companion vehicle - both of which have 400 tyres each - departed from Kandla port in Gujarat, carrying boiler components intended for a refinery in Panipat.

Haryana Bulls to Leave a Mark on Hyderabad

Hyderabad : At 7 feet tall, stretching 14-18 feet in length, and weighing nearly 2,000 kg, the Murrah bulls from Haryana are set to be the stars of this years Sadar Festival in Hyderabad. Among them are Gholu II, from Super Dairy Farm in Musheerabad, and Bahubali from Dalbir Singh Dairy Farm. Roaming through the Nawabi architecture surrounding the farm, Gholu II exudes a princely presence. True to its pampered status, the bull is fussed over when it eats, preferring mango leaves over apples. Alongside its refined eating habits and imposing stature, the bulls polished black coat and gleaming horns add to its majestic look. A display board at the Super Dairy Farm features a picture of Gholu IIs owner, Narendra Singh Poonia, receiving the Padma Shri award from President Ram Nath Kovind. Poonia, from Didwari village in Haryanas Panipat district, was honoured in 2019 for his dedication to raising Gholu II. Sandeep Yadav and Laddu Yadav have brought Bahubali, a bull they proudly call the All-Time Animal Husbandry Champion. Hes the tallest and longest bull, claims Sandeep Yadav while noting how it is also featured in the Telugu movie, Skanda. Together, these bulls promise to make this years Sadar Festival quite a spectacle. Named after the hit film, Bahubalis daily diet includes 25 litres of milk, 20 eggs, and three kilograms of dry fruits. This diet extends further, with claims that on four Sundays a month, Bahubali drinks a full bottle of Black Label whisky, consumes 20 litres of milk, 19 kg of apples, and enjoys laddu and an air-conditioned stay. These high-maintenance bulls travelled 1,800 km to Hyderabad in air-conditioned containers, arriving in true Nawabi style. Haribabu explained that the journey required meticulous attention: the bulls were given walking breaks, massaged with oil, bathed, and fed a diet rich in dry fruits, apples, pure ghee, and jaggery to ensure they arrived in peak condition. It took seven to eight days to bring them here. They even sleep on rubber mats and have an air-conditioned room for comfort, Haribabu shared. Each bull will be shaved, groomed, and prepped to look their best for Saturdays event. Last year, the Sadar Festival attracted five lakh visitors from the southern states. This time, organisers expect a turnout of 10 lakh, with visitors likely arriving from North India as well. Now recognised as a state festival, Sadar celebrates these exceptional animals. With an average daily expenditure of Rs 5,000 to 6,000 per bull, the festivals total cost exceeds Rs 35 lakh. The term Sadar, derived from Hyderabads local dialect, traditionally refers to the communitys elder or leader. Dating back over 100 years, the festival originated as a means to unite the Yadav community. On the second day after Diwali, the community gathers with families dressed in new clothes showcasing their finest bulls. The best bull, selected on the criteria of size, stature, head, age, testicles gets the winning prize. When asked why Ongole bulls from Andhra Pradesh are no longer part of the festival. The organisers explained that this breed, though originally from Andhra Pradesh, is now rarely seen in India. Most of the stock, they explain, have been exported to Brazil. In states such as Haryana, Punjab, and Uttar Pradesh, government initiatives have established semen banks, making breeding more accessible to farmers. Gholu IIs semen alone generates Rs 1520 lakh per month for its owner. Each bull produces 100 doses of semen and thus offers immense breeding opportunities. Haribabu urged the Telangana government to implement similar veterinary services and semen banks to support local farmers. A normal cow produces 1-2 litres of milk morning and evening, but this breed can yield 6-7 litres, which could greatly benefit farmers.

BJP's Harvinder Kalyan unanimously elected Speaker of Haryana Assembly

CHANDIGARH: BJP MLA Harvinder Kalyan was unanimously elected Speaker of Haryana Assembly here on Friday. Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini moved a resolution in the House proposing Kalyan's name, while BJP MLA Ranbir Gangwa seconded the proposal. Kalyan is a three-time MLA from Gharaunda in Karnal district. Kalyan, who assumed the Chair, was congratulated by Saini and his party MLAs, Congress MLAs, including Bhupinder Singh Hooda, INLD MLAs Aditya Devi Lal and Arjun Chautala, and several other legislators. Earlier, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini and other newly-elected MLAs were administered oath as member of the House of the 15th state Assembly. Pro-tem Speaker and senior Congress leader Raghuvir Singh Kadian administered oath to the newly elected MLAs. Saini, who was sworn in as the Haryana chief minister on October 17 in Panchkula, was the first one to be administered oath by the Protem Speaker. After Saini, his council of ministersseven-time MLA from Ambala Cantt Anil Vij, Israna MLA Krishan Lal Panwar, Badshahpur MLA Rao Narbir Singh, Panipat Rural MLA Mahipal Dhanda, Faridabad legislator Vipul Goel, Gohana MLA Arvind Sharma and Radaur MLA Shyam Singh Ranawere administered oaths by the Protem Speaker. Among ministers, Barwala MLA Ranbir Gangwa, Narwana MLA Krishan Kumar Bedi, Tosham legislator Shruti Choudhry, Ateli MLA Arti Singh Rao, Tigaon MLA Rajesh Nagar and Palwal legislator Gaurav Gautam were administered oath. Bedi took oath in Sanskrit, while Choudhry took oath in English. After the council of ministers, women MLAs were administered oath. Among them were BJP MLA Bimla Chaudhary, Congress MLA and former minister Geeta Bhukkal, BJP MLA Krishna Gahlawat, Congress MLA Manju Choudhary, Congress MLA Pooja, Independent MLA Savitri Jindal, BJP MLA Shakti Rani Sharma, Congress MLA Shakuntla Khatak and Congress MLA and Olympian wrestler Vinesh Phogat. Phogat, who was wearing a sports jersey, said 'Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan, Jai Khiladi, Jai Naujawan and Jai Haryana' after taking oath. Taking oath by MLAs was still in progress. MLAs, including Nirmal Singh, Ghanshyam Saraf, Kapoor Singh, Satpal Sangwan, were also administered oaths. In the October 5 Haryana Assembly polls, the BJP returned to power for a third consecutive term by winning 48 seats, while the Congress won 37 seats. The INLD won two seats and three Independents were also elected.

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14 farmers arrested in Haryana's Kaithal for stubble burning

CHANDIGARH: Fourteen farmers were arrested in Haryana's Kaithal district over the past few days for burning stubble in their fields, a police official said on Monday, as pollution levels in the region, including the national capital, soar. Stubble burning in Haryana and neighbouring Punjab is often blamed for the rise in pollution levels in Delhi, especially during the post-harvest season of October and November. During the past few days, fourteen farmers were arrested for burning stubble, but they were later released on bail as the offence is bailable, Kaithal's Deputy Superintendent of Police (Headquarters) Birbhan said over the phone. Cases have been lodged under the provisions of Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act and other relevant provisions of the law for burning stubble, he said. FIRs were also registered recently in some other districts also, including Panipat and Yamunanagar. Haryana Chief Secretary T V S N Prasad on Sunday directed deputy commissioners to ensure stubble-burning incidents are effectively curtailed. The Supreme Court on Wednesday pulled up the Punjab and Haryana governments over the non-prosecution of those found guilty of stubble-burning summoning the chief secretaries of both states to appear on October 23 for an explanation. A bench of justices Abhay S Oka, Ahsanuddin Amanullah and Augustine George Maish pointed out complete insensitivity on the part of the two states, directing the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) to take penal action against their government officials for the failure to take action against the violators. Farmers set paddy residue ablaze to clear their fields to sow wheat, a Rabi crop, as the window between harvesting and sowing is very short. Former chief minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda and Congress general secretary and Sirsa MP Kumari Selja recently demanded that the government fix an MSP for stubble and buy it from farmers.

Haryana cabinet portfolios allocated: CM Saini keeps Home, Finance; Vij gets Transport

CHANDIGARH: The BJP-led Haryana Government which came to power for a record third consecutive term by defying an anti-incumbency of ten years, has finally allocated portfolios to the newly constituted council of ministers under the second term of Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini . As per a notification issued by the state government late yesterday night, Saini is in charge of twelve departments include Home and Finance, and former Home Minister Anil Vij is now the Energy and Transport Minister. The portfolios were allocated to the Council of Ministers on Sunday night, three days after the swearing-in of a new government in the state. CM Saini will handle 12 portfolios including Home, Finance, Excise and Taxation, Town and Country Planning and Urban estates, Information, Public Relations, Language and Culture, Criminal Investigation, Law and Legislative, and Housing for all departments. Seven-time MLA and the senior-most minister of the Saini government, Anil Vij, has been allotted Energy, Transport and Labour portfolios. Vij was the Home and Health Minister in the Khattar government. First-time MLA Artii Singh Rao will be the new state Health Minister and handle medical education and research and Ayush departments. Arti, a national-level shooter, is daughter of Union Minister Rao Inderjit Singh. Four-time MLA and an Ahir leader, Rao Narbir Singh, has been given Industries and Commerce, Environment, Forests and Wildlife departments. Mahipal Dhanda, MLA from Panipat (Rural) and Jat face, has been allotted School Education department, Higher Education and Parliamentary Affairs. He is a third-time legislator. Vipul Goel, MLA from Faridabad, has been allotted Revenue and Disaster Management, Urban local bodies and Civil Aviation departments. He was formerly the Industries Minister in the first term of the Khattar government from 2014-19. Dr Arvind Sharma has been given the Jails and Cooperation portfolios. Shyam Singh Rana, MLA from Radaur and Rajput face, will be the new state Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, and Animal Husbandry and Dairy Development minister. Ranbir Gangwa, former Deputy Speaker of state assembly, has been allocated Public Health Engineering and Public Works (Roads and Bridges) departments. Krishan Kumar Bedi, a SC face, has given been Social Justice, Empowerment, and SCs and BCs welfare, Antyodaya (SEWA) and Hospitality departments. Another SC face Krishan Lal Panwar has been allocated Development and Panchayats, and Mines and Geology departments. Shruti Choudhry, daughter of BJP Rajya Sabha MP Kiran Choudhry and granddaughter of late chief minister Bansi Lal, along with her mother resigned from the Congress to join the BJP ahead of the assembly elections. She is the new Women and Child Development, and Irrigation and Water Resources Minister. A former MP from Bhiwani-Mahendergarh, she is a first-time MLA. Minister of State (Independent Charge), Rajesh Nagar, has been allocated Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs. The other Minister of State (Independent Charge), Gaurav Gautam, has been given Youth Empowerment and Entrepreneurship, and Sports Departments.

Inside the plot to kill Salman Khan: 25 lakh supari, weapons from Pakistan and a honey trap used to lure gang shooter to hotel

Sukhbir Balbir Singh, alias Sukha, a significant member of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, was arrested by Navi Mumbai Police in a Panipat hotel on Wednesday night. He was allegedly involved in a conspiracy to assassinate Bollywood actor Salman Khan. This operation represents a critical breakthrough in the ongoing investigation into the gang's threats against Khan, linked to organized crime and smuggled firearms.

Salman Khan farmhouse case: Panvel court remands accused to four-day police custody

Sukha has been remanded to four days police custody for allegedly plotting to assassinate Bollywood actor Salman Khan. The accused was arrested in Panipat, Haryana. Authorities believe the Lawrence Bishnoi gang was involved. Multiple attempts to harm Khan were reported, including a recent shooting outside his residence and suspicious individuals near his farmhouse.

Salman Khan gets new threat: 'Pay Rs 5 crore or meet fate of Baba Siddique'

MUMBAI: The Mumbai traffic police received a threat message demanding Rs 5 crore from Bollywood actor Salman Khan, officials said on Friday. The sender, allegedly connected to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, warned that Salman Khan's life would be in jeopardy if the money was not paid. The Worli police have registered a case under Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) for threat and extortion. The city's traffic control room on Thursday afternoon received a threat on its WhatsApp helpline, he said. According to the Mumbai police, A threatening message has been received on the WhatsApp number of the Mumbai Traffic Police, demanding Rs 5 crore from actor Salman Khan to end his long-standing rivalry with Lawrence Bishnoi. The message further stated, Don't take it lightly. If Salman Khan wants to stay alive and wishes to end the enmity with Lawrence Bishnoi, then he will have to pay Rs 5 crore. If the money is not given, Salman Khan's condition will be worse than Baba Siddique's. The Mumbai Police are taking the matter very seriously and have launched an investigation into the case. Th fresh threat follows the recent murder of NCP leader Baba Siddique , who was shot dead outside his office in Nirmal Nagar on October 12. The superstar had earlier received death threats from the Lawrence Bishnoi gang. Bishnoi gang members had also opened fire outside the actor's Bandra home in April, he said. Meanwhile, the Navi Mumbai police on Thursday uncovered a plot to kill Khan by the Bishnoi gang in June and arrested one of its shooters, identified as Sukhbir Singh of Haryana's Panipat, he said. Haryana man 'plotting to kill' Salman Khan arrested by Navi Mumbai police

Haryana CM Nayab Saini Pledges Good Governance and Welfare Initiatives

Chandigarh: Hours after being sworn in, Haryana's newly elected Chief Minister, Nayab Singh Saini, expressed his gratitude to the people of the state and promised to work with energy and enthusiasm for good governance, equality, and the welfare of the poor. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), CM Saini thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for giving him the opportunity to serve as the Chief Servant of Haryana. He said, First of all, my heartfelt gratitude to my 2.80 crore family members for the mandate that has continued the development and reconstruction of Haryana. I am thankful to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for giving me, a worker from a common family, the opportunity to serve as the Chief Servant of Haryana. He further added, Prime Minister, your special affection for Haryana gives us limitless energy to work continuously. Under your inspirational leadership, Haryana is reaching new heights of development every day. This uninterrupted journey of progress will continue in the state. CM Saini reiterated the BJP governments commitment, stating, For the third time, with a full majority, the BJP government will work with full energy and enthusiasm for good governance, equality, and the welfare of the poor. Nayab Singh Saini was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Haryana for the second time under the Bharatiya Janata Party-led government. The oath of office was administered by Haryana Governor Bandaru Dattatreya at a ceremony held at Dussehra Ground in Sector 5, Panchkula. Several prominent leaders attended the event, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, and Union Ministers Nitin Gadkari and Rajiv Ranjan Singh. Chief Ministers from BJP-ruled states, such as Himanta Biswa Sarma (Assam), Bhupendra Patel (Gujarat), and Yogi Adityanath (Uttar Pradesh), were also present. Former Deputy Chief Minister Anil Vij, along with MLAs like Shruti Choudhary, were inducted as ministers in CM Saini's Cabinet. Other BJP MLAs, including Arti Singh Rao (Ateli), Rajesh Nagar (Tigaon), Gaurav Gautam (Palwal), Arvind Kumar Sharma (Gohana), Shyam Singh Rana (Radaur), Ranbir Singh Gangwa (Barwala), and Krishan Bedi (Narwana), also took their oaths as ministers in the Haryana government. Additional cabinet ministers sworn in included MLAs Krishan Lal Panwar (Israna), Rao Narbir Singh (Badshahpur), Mahipal Dhanda (Panipat), Vipul Goel (Faridabad), Shruti Choudhry (Toshan), and former Deputy CM Anil Vij (Ambala Cantt).The BJP is forming its third consecutive government in Haryana after winning 48 out of 90 seats in the assembly elections, while the Congress secured 37 seats. Woman Shot During Family Dispute in Delhi's Seelampur; Four Arrested Bihar's DGP Confirms 25 Deaths Due to Spurious Liquor; 12 Arrested in Siwan and Saran 'Salaar: Part-1' Starring Prabhas Breaks Records with 30-Million TV Viewers After 700-Cr Box-Office Success

Bishnoi Gang Member Gave Rs 25 Lakh Contract To Kill Salman Khan, Was In Touch With Pakistan Handler: Cops

The chargesheet was submitted after the police arrested Sukha alias Sukhbir Balbir Singh, on Wednesday, from Haryana's Panipat

Plot to kill Salman Khan: Bishnoi gang member apprehended in Panipat

Salman Khan House Shooting: Suspect in actor's assassination plot arrested from Haryana

Navi Mumbai police arrested a suspect connected to a plot to assassinate Bollywood actor Salman Khan. The accused, Sukha, was detained in Panipat, Haryana. The plot aimed to target Khan near his Panvel farmhouse. This arrest follows intelligence linking the Lawrence Bishnoi gang to the scheme. Khan had previously faced threats and shooting incidents.

Plot to kill Salman Khan: Navi Mumbai police nab man from Haryana

MUMBAI: The Navi Mumbai police have apprehended an accused wanted in connection with an alleged plot to kill Bollywood actor Salman Khan, an official said. The accused, Sukha, was apprehended from Panipat in Haryana, the official said on Wednesday. He will be produced before a court on Thursday after being brought to Navi Mumbai, the police said. In June this year, police claimed to have uncovered a plot to target the actor on his way to his farmhouse near Panvel in Navi Mumbai. The development followed a firing outside his Bandra residence in Mumbai in April 2024. Khan earlier this year told police that he believed the Lawrence Bishnoi gang carried out the firing at his residence with the intention to kill him and his family members. The actor's statement is part of the charge sheet filed by Mumbai police in a court here in connection with the incident. Two unidentified persons tried to trespass into his farmhouse near Panvel using fake identities in January 2024, the actor had noted. In 2022, a threat letter was found on a bench opposite his building, while in March 2023, they received an email threat from the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, Khan had told police. According to police, Lawrence Bishnoi and Sampat Nehra gangs had deployed around 60 to 70 members to monitor Khan's movements as part of efforts to conduct recce at his Bandra residence, Panvel farmhouse, and film shooting locations. Following specific information about the plot to kill Khan, a case was registered against several persons at Panvel Town police station on April 24.

CEC Rajiv Kumar dismissed Congress' EVM battery allegations, questions rising trend of poll accusations

NEW DELHI: Rejecting the Congress allegations after the Haryana assembly poll results, Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar on Tuesday said after the EVM tampering row, questions are being raised on the strength of battery charge and wondered what next accusation would come. Addressing a press conference here to announce the poll schedule for Jharkhand and Maharashtra assemblies, Kumar, while referring to the allegations of the Congress of tampering of EVMs in some Haryana seats where machines with varying battery strength gave out different results, said earlier allegations of hacking were made but this has come up for the first time. Now we are thinking what will come next, we cant fathom. But certainly something new will come up, he added. He asserted that around six days prior to the poll day, EVMs are commissioned and election symbols of candidates are loaded and a new battery is installed, which has the signatures of candidates or their authorised agents. Leave alone EVM, even batteries (installed) have signatures of candidates. Even we were not aware (of this rule) as it was framed long back. Now it is helping us, the CEC said responding to a series of questions on the reliability of the machines and concerns flagged on battery. Kumar also said that people ask if pagers can be used to blow up people in some countries, why cant EVMs be hacked? Pagers are connected (to the network), EVMs are not, he asserted. Pagers sold to Hezbollah and Lebanese officials had exploded recently, triggering claims that their batteries were rigged with explosives. Giving details of the Complaints the Commission has received so far after the assembly elections in Haryana and Jammu & Kashmir, Kumar said, 20 such representations have been submitted. We will give detailed responses to each of the complaints and put our response in public domain, he said, adding that the panel would come out with detailed FAQs to satisfy all stakeholders. Last week, Congress leaders had said complaints had been received from Hisar, Mahendragarh and Panipat that there were electronic voting machines with 99 per cent battery on which the BJP won while units with 60-70 per cent battery saw the Congress win. Meanwhile, the CEC also said that exit polls create expectations that cannot always be met, and before getting hopes up, one should look into the specifics of the exit poll- like where it was held and what was the sample size. This, he said, is an occasion where the media must introspect and correct itself. We dont govern exit polls - but there is a need to introspect - what was the sample size etc. There are bodies that self-regulate. Time has come that the concerned bodies will do some self-regulation, the CEC noted, while pointing that the gap between expectation and reality can lead to frustration, as one cannot expect the results trends to match the exit polls.

CEC rejects Congress claims on EVM hacking; says allegation on battery 'has come up for first time'

NEW DELHI: Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar on Tuesday rejected claims by Congress leaders of alleged tampering of EVMs in some Haryana seats where machines with varying battery strength gave out different results. Referring to the issue of battery strength affecting results, the CEC said earlier allegations of hacking were made ut this has come up for the first time. Now we are thinking what next will come, we can't fathom. But certainly something new will come up, Kumar said. He asserted that around six days prior to the poll day, electronic voting machines are commissioned and election symbols of candidates are loaded and a new battery is installed which has signatures of candidates or their authorised agents. Leave alone EVM, even batteries (installed) have signatures of candidates. Even we were not aware (of this rule) as it was framed long back. Now it is helping us, he said responding to a series of questions on the reliability of the machines and concerns flagged on battery. He also said that people ask if pagers can be used to blow up people in some country, why can't EVMs be hacked. Pagers are connected (to network), EVMs are not, he explained. Pagers sold to Hezbollah and Lebanese officials were exploded in an attack attributed to Israel, triggering claims that their batteries were rigged with explosives. CEC Kumar said in the recently-held assembly polls in Haryana, 20 complaints were received regarding EVMs. We will give detailed response to each of the complaints and put our response in public domain, he said. He also said EC will come out with a detailed 'FAQs' to satisfy all stakeholders. Last week, Congress leaders had said complaints had been received from Hisar, Mahendragarh and Panipat that there were electronic voting machines with 99 per cent battery on which the BJP won while units with 60-70 per cent battery saw the Congress win. Have you understood this conspiracy? Where there was 99 per cent battery in EVMs, the BJP won. Where there was less than 70 per cent battery, the Congress won. If this is not a conspiracy, then what is it? party general secretary Jairam Ramesh said on last Tuesday. Kumar explained that batteries are used in the control unit of EVMs. New batteries are inserted in the control unit on the day of commissioning in the presence of candidates and are sealed. He explained that initially, the battery provides a voltage between 7.5 and 8 volts. Hence, the battery capacity is displayed as 99 per cent when the voltage is above 7.4. With the use of the EVM, its battery capacity and consequently the voltage decreases. As the voltage goes below 7.4, the battery capacity is displayed as 98 per cent to 10 per cent, EC officials had earlier explained. The control unit remains functional when the battery has more than 5.8 volts. It is when it is left with more than 10 per cent capacity and the battery replacement warning appears on the control unit display. This is similar to the signal displayed in a vehicle when it is running on reserve fuel. The remaining capacity of the battery on the counting day depends upon the mock poll conducted on the control unit, the actual poll and the initial voltage of the battery (8 to 7.5 volts). Generally, alkaline battery has the property of regaining its voltage to some extent when kept switched off, officials said.

Ethanol blending reaches 15% in 2024: Nitin Gadkari

NEW DELHI: Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari on Monday reaffirmed the Governments commitment to advancing ethanol blending and biofuel initiatives. Highlighting the success of ethanol blending in India, Gadkari noted that ethanol blending in petrol has surged from 1.53 per cent in 2014 to 15 per cent in 2024, with a target to reach 20 per cent by 2025. Research is underway to explore blending 15 per cent ethanol in diesel as well, as part of the governments strategy to reduce fossil fuel dependency, said the minister. He was speaking at the 12th CII Bioenergy Summit 2024 themed Fuelling the Future - Securing Indias Green Growth Goals in New Delhi. He further emphasised the creation of an ethanol ecosystem, which includes the establishment of 400 ethanol pumps by Indian Oil Corporation in four statesKarnataka, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, and Maharashtra. With plans to launch flex-engine cars that run on ethanol, discussions with leading automakers are ongoing and prominent manufacturers of two-wheelers are preparing to launch ethanol-powered bikes once the infrastructure is ready, the minister added. We are fast-tracking efforts to increase ethanol production and distribution in these four key states, said Gadkari. He further added that these initiatives align with Indias broader biofuel goals, positioning the country as a leader in sustainable energy solutions. He further discussed the importance of leveraging waste-to-energy technologies, especially in the production of bio-CNG from rice straw, which has proven viable across 475 projects, with over 40 already operational in states such as Punjab, Haryana, Western Uttar Pradesh, and Karnataka. The minister also called for further research into efficient biomass sources and cost-effective transportation of biomass. Addressing the environmental challenge of stubble burning in Punjab and Haryana, Gadkari praised Indian Oils Panipat plant, which is converting agricultural waste (parali) into biomass. At present, we are able to process one-fifth of the parali, but with proper planning, we can significantly reduce the seasonal air pollution caused by stubble burning, he said. He stressed the urgency of reducing Indias annual fossil fuel import worth Rs 22 lakh crore, particularly amidst global geopolitical uncertainties. Biofuel is key to Indias energy self-reliance, boosting the agricultural economy, and ensuring prosperity for our farmers, he said.

Haryana: Elected Panipat MLA, BJP leader Krishan Lal Panwar resigns as Rajya Sabha member

CHANDIGARH: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Member of Parliament of Rajya Sabha from Haryana and prominent SC face of the saffron party Krishan Lal Panwar resigned today from the upper house as he has been elected MLA from Israna in Panipat and is eyeing for a cabinet berth in the new state cabinet which is to be sworn-in at Panchkula on October 17. Meanwhile, the party had appointed Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav as central observers for the selection of the new leader of the BJP legislature party in Haryana. Former minister and six-time MLA Panwar submitted his resignation to Vice-President and Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankar in New Delhi on Monday. He was specially picked up by the party to contest recent assembly polls from Insrana a reserved assembly segment. He is a front-runner for a cabinet ministerial berth in the new state cabinet which is to be sworn in at Panchkula on October 17. Panwar was a minister during the 2014-19 BJP Government led by then-chief minister Manohar Lal Khattar. He was later sent to Rajya Sabha in 2022 by the saffron party in a bid to woo the crucial SC vote bank. With the resignation of Panwar from Rajya Sabha, lobbying has picked up among senior BJP leaders for nomination to the Upper House from Haryana. After the first-ever electoral defeat of the Bishnoi family from their Adampur assembly stronghold, BJP leader Kuldeep Bishnoi is lobbying for a Rajya Sabha nomination. His son Bhavya Bishnoi was defeated by Chander Prakash of Congress by a narrow margin of 1,268 votes. This defeat marked the end of a long-standing Bishnoi family legacy, which had won the Adampur seat consecutively since 1968. While among the other potential candidates including former Karnal MP Sanjay Bhatia. The trader community, too, is aspiring for the seat. At present out of five Rajya Sabha MPs from the state, the BJP has three members Subhash Barala, Ram Chander Jangra and Kiran Chaudhry. An Independent MP Kartikeya was also elected with the support of the saffron party. While Deepender Hooda of Congress who was elected from Rohtak in Lok Sabha had resigned from the Rajya Sabha as he was earlier a member of the upper house and that slot is also vacant. Meanwhile, as per a letter issued by the saffron partys national general secretary Arun Singh the party had appointed Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav as central observers for the selection of the new leader of the BJP legislature party in Haryana. The appointment of the observers highlights the BJPs intent to ensure that the selection process for the new Haryana BJP legislature leader is seamless. Sources say the central observers are scheduled to meet with Haryanas 48 newly elected BJP legislators on October 16, one day before the oath-taking ceremony in Panchkula.

How Haryana Became Congress' Panipat? And Will It Shape 'Maha 2024'?

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BJP leader Nayab Singh Saini will take oath as the chief minister of Haryana on October 15, according to local media. The ceremony will likely be held at Panchkula and will have Prime Minister Narendra Modi attending it. Earlier there were reports that the swearing-in ceremony is likely to take place after Dussehra. Nayab Singh Saini had met Modi and other senior BJP leaders in Delhi on Wednesday as part of Cabinet formation talks. Saini also met Union minister and the BJP's election in-charge for Haryana, Dharmendra Pradhan. So far, Saini is the only contender for the top post. However, other factors like caste and region equations may be considered while deciding the cabinet. Along with Saini, 10 to 11 ministers are also likely to take oath. Haryana can have a maximum of 14 ministers, including the chief minister. In line with the BJP's past choices, new faces may be given a chance in the new government. The fact that eight out of 10 ministers and the assembly speaker of the previous Saini government lost the elections may prompt the party to opt for fresh faces. The probable names include Shruti Chaudhary, granddaughter of late Bansi Lal, and Union Minister Rao Inderjit Singh's daughter Arti Singh Rao. Other women in the fray include senior leader Kiran Choudhry's daughter Shruti, a former MP, who won from Tosham assembly seat and Shakti Rani Sharma, who won from Kalka. Senior leaders Mahipal Dhanda and Mool Chand Sharma are also in the list. Dhanda, who won from Panipat Rural, belongs to the Jat community while Sharma, elected from Ballabhgarh seats, is the Brahmin face of the party. It could also give the Dalit community adequate representation in the Cabinet as the BJP won eight out of the 17 Scheduled Caste (SC) seats in Haryana. Dalit leaders in reckoning for the ministerial berths include senior leader Krishan Lal Panwar, who won from Israna seat, and Krishan Kumar, who won from Narwana. Om Prakash Yadav, who won from Narnaul, and senior leader Rao Narbir Singh, who won from Badshahpur, are also in the race. Independent candidate and Hisar MLA Savitri Jindal's name is also doing rounds besides BJP leaders Anil Vij (Ambala Cantt), Shyam Singh Rana (Radaur), Jagmohan Anand (Karnal), Harvinder Kalyan (Gharaunda), Krishan Lal Middha (Jind), Arvind Kumar Sharma (Gohana), Vipul Goel (Faridabad), Nikhil Madaan (Sonipat) and Ghanshyam Dass (Yamunanagar). Devender Attri, who won from Uchana Kalan, is also a probable.

BJP retains maximum seats from GT Road belt, Ahirwal region, Faridabad, Pawal districts in Haryana election

CHANDIGARH: The Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) won 48 of the 90 assembly seats to form the government in Haryana for the third consecutive time and performed well across the state. It not only won 18 out of the 29 seats in the Grand Trunk (GT) belt its stronghold, it also secured 7 out of 9 seats in Faridabad and Pawal districts, swept the Ahirwal region in southern Haryana winning 10 out of 11 assembly seats. This time saffron party won 18 out of 29 seats in the GT Road belt, which spans seven districts: Panchkula, Ambala, Kurukshetra, Yamunanagar, Karnal, Panipat, and Sonepat as this is a traditionally non-Jat dominated area. Last time it had won 14 seats and Congress won 13 seats. In 2014 BJP won 22 seats from this belt and Congress only six seats. The party candidates won all nine assembly segments in the parliamentary constituency of Karnal which is on the GT road belt and spans in two districts: Karnal and Panipat and is represented by Union Minister of Urban Development and Power and former Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar, thus his dominance continues. While in the 2019 elections, the BJP won in only five segments ( Karnal, Indri, Gharaunda, Panipat Urban and Panipat Rural) from this Lok Sabha seat. Also, BJP candidates won from Ladwa (CM Saini won), Sonepat, Gohana, Ambala Cantonment, Yamunanagar and Nilokheri. On the other hand the Congress could win from Panchkula, Naraingarh, Ambala City, Mullana, Sadhaura, Jagadhri, Shahabad, Thanesar, Pehowa, and Baroda. On this GT road belt Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, union ministers Nitin Gadkari, Manohar Lal Khattar, party election in-charge Dharmendra Pradhan, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and other leaders held rallies. The saffron party even won in a few Jat-dominated seats as the votes were divided it owns 18 out of the 35 seats where the Jat vote was more than 50,000. In Hoodas strongholds of Rohtak, Sonepat and Jhajjar, the BJP won six seats and Congress managed to win only eight of the 14 seats. In the Ahirwal belt in southern Haryana BJP won ten out of 11 seats despite a 10-year anti-incumbency, this region largely remained loyal to the party. It formed the government in 2014 and 2019 after it won seats from here. BJP leader Arti Rao daughter of Ahir stalwart union minister Rao Inderjit Singh has pulled off a close victory in Ateli with a margin of 3085 votes. In addition to these all nine candidates recommended for a ticket by Rao and supported by him have emerged victorious in the Ahirwal belt comprising of Gurugram, Rewari and Mahendargarh distrcts. The BJP also won 7 out of 9 seats in Faridabad and Pawal districts. On the other hand, Congress failed to gauge the anti-incumbency sentiment against its sitting MLAs as 17 of them lost and party won seven out of the 37 seats with margins below 5,000 votes and lost ten seats by margin below 5,000 votes. Former Hisar Member of Parliament Brijendra Singh who left BJP and joined back the grand old party lost from Uchana Kalan by 32 votes and Amit Sihag lost in Dabwali by 610 votes. The SC vote bank failed to consolidate behind the Congress.

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Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, who beat anti-incumbency to ensure the BJP government got a third term in the state, will likely continue in the top post. Amid speculations that the new government will take oath on Saturday, there seem to be no strong contenders for the post, other than Saini. The BJP leadership too have heaped praise on Saini after the results came in, suggesting that Saini would continue in the post. While BJP president J P Nadda congratulated Saini for the victory, Prime Minister Narendra Modi too asserted that it was Saini's policies and administrative skill that earned the BJP a victory. Saini was picked to replace Manohar Lal Khattar around 200 days ahead of the election. Khattar too seemed to bat for Saini after the elections as he told reporters that the high command has announced Nayab Singh Saini as the Chief Minister, though the final decision will be taken by the parliamentary board. However, there are reports that senior BJP leader Anil Vij and Union Minister Rao Inderjit Singh too have expressed a desire for the post. Singh, during the election campaign, said the people wanted him to the Chief Minister. This is not just my personal wish but a desire expressed by the people, he said. With Saini's position more or less intact, the focus has shifted to who all would be inducted into the new Cabinet. The deliberations have already begun with BJP in-charge Dharmendra Pradhan and co-in-charge Biplab Kumar Deb holding meetings at the residence of Khattar. There are rumours that the Cabinet will feature some new faces, except for veteran leaders Anil Vijj and Moolchand Sharma, who is a member of the outgoing Cabinet. A cabinet minister in Manohar Lal's second term and Saini government's first term, Sharma's performance as a minister has been hailed. His presence could also earn the support of the Brahmin community. Two-time MLAs Vipul Goyal and Rajesh Nagar have joined the race for the ministerial post. Goyal who has been representing the Faridabad seat since 2014 has to his credit a huge public support, thanks to the development work he undertook in his constituency. As for Nagar, an MLA from Tigaon, his work within the party and grassroots support have earned him the praise of BJP leadership, according to local media. Mahipal Dhanda, who won again from Panipat Rural, is also on the list of probable ministers. The daughter of Union Minister Rao Inderjit Singh, Aarti Rao, is also being considered since she hails from the South Haryana region, where BJP won 10 out of 11 seats. She is also a young face. Former ministers Rao Narbir and Krishna Kumar Bedi are also being considered along with Ranbir Gangwa and Harvindra Kalyan.

Congress Blames Infighting for Haryana Election Defeat

New Delhi: After a completely unexpected defeat in the Haryana Assembly elections, the knives are out in the Congress. The faction-ridden Haryana Congress is trying to apportion blame on rival camps. Meanwhile, AICC general secretary Jairam Ramesh said the Haryana results are unacceptable to the Congress. He claimed the results are inconsistent with ground reality, citing significant irregularities in counting. Supported by party spokesperson Pawan Khera, Mr Ramesh highlighted issues with EVMs in Hisar, Mahendragarh and Panipat districts, and mentioned evidence is being collected and collated and would soon be presented to the Election Commission, questioning the transparency of the electoral process. He said: I think under these circumstances, it is not possible for us to accept the results that have been announced today. Mr Ramesh said what the Congress had seen today in Haryana was a victory for manipulation, a victory for subverting the will of the people and it is a defeat for a transparent democratic processes. The party claimed in almost ten seats the EVMs when taken out were almost fully charged. During the day Jairam Ramesh had written to the EC on the issue of an unexplained slowdown in updating of results on the poll watchdogs website and urged it to direct officials to update accurate figures so that false news and malicious narratives can be countered immediately. The EC said that the Congress allegations were irresponsible, unfounded and uncorroborated malafide narratives. Congress Sirsa MP and former Union minister Kumari Selja, who largely stayed away from the party campaign, expressed disappointment over the partys performance. In a veiled dig at former Haryana CM Bhupinder Singh Hooda and his son Deepinder Hooda, Ms Selja questioned the accountability for the poll loss without naming them directly, and flagged the issue of coordination among leaders in the state. She said: The results are disappointing. Until the morning, we were hopeful. All our workers are upset, they have worked for the last 10 years for the Congress Party and when such a result comes, there is a huge disappointment. She asserted: It will not be business as usual in Haryana and I am sure the Congress high command would identify those who negated the efforts to bring the party to power after 10 years. She also underscored the necessity of pinpointing individuals who undermined the party's efforts to regain power in the state. Many in the party are now openly gunning for state unit chief Uday Bhan and former CM Bhupinder Singh Hooda. Leaders say these two leaders had a complete freehand in candidate selection and the campaign, and hence a message went out that the Congress was relying heavily on the Jat vote. The Jat vote is estimated to be almost 28 per cent in the state. This led to reverse polarisation against the Congress of non-Jat votes, which costed the party dear. The Dalit vote, on which the Congress was banking, also got divided and went to the BJP and other smaller parties. When asked about infighting and sabotage as being the reason for the defeat, Mr Jairam Ramesh said: The party will look into all aspects about the reasons of defeat.

Haryana elections: Eight ministers of Nayab Saini Cabinet, Assembly Speaker lose

Eight out of 10 ministers, including Assembly Speaker Gian Chand Gupta, lost their seats in the Haryana assembly polls, though BJP is set to form the government for the third time. Notable victories included Mahipal Dhana in Panipat Rural and Mool Chand Sharma in Ballabhgarh.

Can't accept Haryana verdict; democracy lost, establishment won: Congress

NEW DELHI: The Congress on Tuesday said it cannot accept the Haryana Assembly polls verdict as there were serious issues about the integrity of the counting process and functioning of the EVMs in some districts, and asserted that it would take up the matter with the Election Commission. Alleging a conspiracy, the opposition party said that in Haryana democracy had lost and establishment had won. Serious questions have been raised by our candidates. We will bring it to the notice of the Election Commission, Congress general secretary in-charge communications Jairam Ramesh said at a press conference with AICC media and publicity department head Pawan Khera. What we have seen today in Haryana is a victory of manipulation and subverting the will of the people. It is a defeat of transparent, democratic processes. The chapter on Haryana is not complete, it will continue, he said. Ramesh said the results in Haryana are otally unexpected, completely surprising and counterintuitive. Congress slams Election Commission for 'hostile' response over alleged delay in Haryana poll results They go against ground reality, against what the people of Haryana had made their mind up for which was for change and transformation, he added. Khera alleged that complaints had been received from Hisar, Mahendragarh and Panipat that there were electronic voting machines (EVMs) with 99 per cent battery on which the BJP won while units with 60-70 per cent battery saw the Congress win. Have you understood this conspiracy, where there was 99 per cent battery in EVMs, BJP wins where there is less than 70 pc battery, Congress wins. if this is not a conspiracy, then what is it? Ramesh said, adding that the complaints were from 12 to 14 seats as of now. Ye loktantra ki haar hui, hai aur tantra ki jeet hui hai (Democracy has lost and establishment has won), the Congress general secretary said. All afternoon I have been in touch with the Election Commission, and the EC has replied to my complaints. I have replied to the reply of the EC. We have received very serious complaints about the process of counting, the functioning of EVMs in at least three districts, there are more that are coming in, Ramesh said. We have spoken to our colleagues in Haryana and this information is being collected. We hope to present this in a consolidated form to the Election Commission tomorrow or the day after, we will seek time from them, he said I think under these circumstances, it is not possible for us to accept the results that have been announced today, Ramesh said. He asserted that the party will introspect the results and a committee will also be formed. We will talk to everyone. But now is not the time for analysis, the important thing is that victory has been snatched from us. The systems have been misused. Everyone felt that the ground reality was in favour of change. The results that have come do not reflect that, Ramesh said. The reason why the Congress is not accepting the results is because not only it is surprising and unexpected but there are serious issues with the integrity of the counting process and the functioning of the EVMs in at least three to four districts in which about 12 to 14 constituencies are involved, he said. EC is our first stop. It is a constitutional body, it is an independent body, we expect it to function constitutionally and independently, Ramesh said. There are serious questions about the instruments of the system, namely the EVMs and also the extraordinary pressure on local administration officials. It is a double engine pressure of the state government and the Centre. There was an environment in which people have lost by 200 votes, 300 votes, 50 votes, people who had healthy leading margins have ended up losing by 100-200 votes. This can be explained only by manipulation and pressure, Ramesh said. The BJP coasted towards a hat-trick win with its biggest tally in Haryana and the National Conference-Congress combine was set to form government in Jammu and Kashmir, voters in both places giving the victors a decisive edge as counting day progressed with many a surprise on Tuesday. One state, one Union Territory and three main stakeholders. Bucking exit poll predictions and pollsters in the first elections after the June Lok Sabha verdict, the results threw up a mixed bag for the BJP, sobering lessons for the Congress but clear-cut unambiguous victory for the NC, which led the alliance to power in Jammu and Kashmir.

Results in Haryana go against reality, says Congress' Jairam Ramesh, alleges EVMs at fault

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh alleged that the Haryana Assembly election results are against reality and raised serious complaints regarding counting processes in Hisar, Mahendragarh, and Panipat districts. The party plans to present evidence to the Election Commission, claiming manipulation and EVM malfunctions.

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Even as counting progresses in the Haryana assembly election 2024, there seems to be a swing in fortunes for the ruling BJP. Though initial trends showed the Congress crossing the half-way mark of 46 seats, soon the tides turned in the favour of the saffron party. The party is now leading in 49 seats, proving the exit polls wrong , most of which had predicted a Congress comeback after a decade. If the trend continues, the BJP, under incumbent Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, will complete a hat-trick of assembly poll wins in the Jat heartland. And the Congress will have to go back to the drawing board and assess why it could not capitalise on the public anger against the BJP government in the state over the farm laws, Agniveer scheme, unemployment and drug addiction. ALSO READ: Haryana Election Results 2024 LIVE Congress's candidate selection, too, will come under scrutiny. Ahead of the Haryana assembly polls, the party had expelled 13 rebels for 'anti-party activities' they had decided to contest as independents after being denied party tickets. With most of the seats facing multi-cornered conteststhe INLD-BSP and JJP-ASP alliances are also in the fray, along with the BJP and the Congressthe performance of the independent candidates might prove to be the difference. ALSO READ: Rebel trouble worries BJP, Congress Here's a look at the 'rebels' expelled by the Congress last month, and how are they performing in the Haryana assembly election 2024: Abhijeet Singh (Bhiwani) Trailing; has got over 5,000 votes (BJP's Ghanshyam Saraf is leading, having got over 32,000 votes) Satbir Ratera (Bawani Khera-SC) Trailing; has got over 2,000 votes (BJP's Kapoor Singh is leading, having got over 25,000 votes) Ajit Phogat (Dadri) Trailing; has got over 800 votes (BJP's Sunil Satpal Sangwan is leading, having got over 23,000 votes) Naresh Dhande (Guhla SC) - Trailing; has got over 7,000 votes (Congress's Devender Hans is leading, having got over 31,000 votes) Pardeep Gill (Jind) - Trailing; has got over 4,000 votes (BJP's Dr Krishan Lal Middha is leading, having got over 42,000 votes) Anita Dhull Badsikri (Kalayat) - Trailing; has got over 4,000 votes (Congress's Vikas Saharan is leading, having got over 13,000 votes) Rajiv Mamuram Gondar and Dayal Singh Sirohi (Nilokheri-SC) - Trailing; have got over 20 votes and 30 votes respectively (BJP's Kapoor Singh is leading, having got over 25,000 votes) Vijay Jain (Panipat Rural) - Trailing; has got over 19,000 votes (BJP's Mahipal Dhanda is leading, having got over 42,000 votes) Sajjan Singh Dhull and Sunita Battan (Pundri) - Trailing; have got over 300 and 60 votes respectively (BJP's Satpal Jamba is leading, having got over 20,000 votes) Nitu Mann (Prithla) Withdrew affidavit Dilbag Sandil (Uchana Kalan) - Trailing; has got over 4,000 votes (Congress's Brijendra Singh is leading, with over 20,000 votes)

Panipat Assembly Election Result 2024: Counting of postal ballots begins, check results of all four assembly seats

Panipat Election Result 2024: Vote counting has begun for Panipat's four assembly seats. Notable contests include Panipat Rural with BJP's Mahipal Dhanda and Congress' Sachin Kundu, and Samalkha, primarily between Congress and BJP. Key figures include Varinder Shah (Congress) and Pramod Vij (BJP) in Panipat Urban. Clear results are expected by noon.

Haryana all decked up for battle

CHANDIGARH: The fate of Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, Bhupinder Singh Hooda and Vinesh Phogat of the Congress besides JJPs Dushyant Chautala and 1,027 other candidates will be decided on Saturday as elections to the 90-member Haryana assembly will be held with over 2 crore people eligible to vote. The ruling BJP is eyeing a hat-trick of wins in the state while the Congress is hoping to make a comeback after a decade. The counting of votes will be held on October 8. State chief electoral officer Pankaj Agarwal said 2,03,54,350 voters, including 8,821 centurions, are eligible to vote which will be held from 7 am to 6 pm. Post-campaigning, temple hopping with a slice of reality check in Jatland DGP Shatrujeet Kapur said Haryana Police is fully prepared to ensure free, fair and peaceful conduct of elections. Over 30,000 police personnel and 225 paramilitary companies have been deployed. Adequate police presence will be maintained at the booths and locations, among which 3,460 polling booths have been classified as critical, and 138 have been deemed vulnerable, necessitating additional security measures. As many as 186 interstate and 215 intra-state checkpoints have been established, where police teams will monitor movements closely. A total of 1,031 candidates are contesting in all 90 assembly constituencies, including 101 women. Among these candidates, 464 are contesting as independent. A total of 20,632 polling booths have been set up for voting, Agarwal said on Friday. Haryana: All eyes on 29 seats in 7 districts along GT Road The grand old party is contesting 89 seats as it left the Bhiwani assembly seat for its INDIA bloc partner CPM. The saffron party, too, is contesting an equal number of seats as Haryana Lokhit Party chief Gopal Kanda is seeking re-election from the Sirsa seat. Besides the BJP and Congress other political parties in the fray are AAP, INLD-BSP and JJP-Azad Samaj Party alliance. Most seats are likely to see a direct fight between BJP and the Congress. There are 20 assembly segments in the Jat heartland where there might be a multi-cornered contest as the rebel leaders of BJP and Congress who were denied the party ticket are in the fray as Independent candidates. Besides these seats there is a direct contest between the saffron and grand old party in about 70 of the total of 90 assembly seats. Sources said assembly constituencies where these rebels can upset the apple cart of both parties are Ellenabad, Ambala Cantt, Kalayat, Gurugram, Dabwali, Pundri, Baroda, Hisar, Gohana, Panipat City, Panipat Rural, Ganaur, Punhana, Rewari and Rania. The importance of Dalit votes in Haryana The INLD-BSP, AAP and the JJP-ASP alliance candidates may also spring a surprise. Both BJP and Congress changed their strategy for these seats at the eleventh hour. In the assembly polls in 2019, BJP won 40 seats, Congress 31 and JJP 10. In race for CM post if Congress wins, says Selja Senior Congress leader Kumari Selja asserted that she is in the race for the CM post if the party comes to power in the state. See, that only high command will have to answer, they will only decide. There are a few people who would be in the consideration zone, and I think Selja would be there. The high command would look at the seniority, work done, and everything else. These political decisions would be taken by high command, she said. Selja dismissed reports of her joining BJP. Selja is Congressi, she said, adding she is not upset with the party.

Haryana: All eyes on 29 seats in 7 districts along GT Road

CHANDIGARH: With campaigning coming to an end on Thursday for the 90-member Haryana Assembly elections due October 5, key contenders, the BJP and Congress, have focused on both sides of the historic Grand Trunk Road, comprising 29 seats in seven districts. The region may determine the electoral outcome in the Jat heartland . In the previous two assembly elections, the saffron party won the maximum seats from the region. The key districts are Panchkula, Ambala, Kurukshetra, Yamunanagar, Karnal, Panipat, and Sonepat a BJP stronghold. In the 2019 assembly polls, the BJP won 14 seats of 29 and Congress 13. The JJP and an independent won one seat each. In 2014, the BJP won 22 seats while Congress managed to win only six seats. The INLD an independent won one seat each. The BJP is in direct contest with the Congress on all seats in the region in the current fight. Unlike Jat-dominated central Haryana, the GT Road belt has substantial combined caste population and OBCs, a voter base inclined towards the BJP. During the election campaign, the BJP deployed its top stars PM Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, Central ministers Nitin Gadkari, ex-CM ML Khattar, party election in-charge Dharmendra Pradhan, UP CM Yogi Adityanath and his Rajasthan counterpart Bhajan Lal. The importance of Dalit votes in Haryana Political analysts believe that as the stretch is a non-Jat-dominated area, the saffron party is again trying hard to maintain its supremacy gained since 2014. Many development works have taken place in the area. Cities like Ambala, Panipat, Karnal, Kurukshetra and Sonipat are now major commercial hubs, said a BJP leader. Thats precisely the reason why CM Nayab Singh Saini won the Karnal by-election earlier this year, he said. LoP and senior Congress leader Rahul Gandhi started his Haryana yatra from Naraingarh, the hometown of Saini, moved to Kurukshetra and then to Sonepat for a rally. Tanwar back in Congress BJP leader and former Sirsa MP Ashok Tanwar joined the Congress at Rahul Gandhi's rally in Mahendragarh of Haryana on Thursday, a setback for the ruling party just two days before the state goes to polls.

Surrender or face arrest, Punjab and Haryana HC tells Congress MLA Dharam Singh

NEW DELHI: The Punjab and Haryana High Court has asked Haryana Congress MLA Dharam Singh Chhoker, who is facing charges under a money laundering case, to surrender by Wednesday or face arrest. The court was hearing the petition filed by a Panipat resident, who alleged that the agencies have not acted against the MLA despite non-bailable warrants being issued against him, and that he was doing electioneering in his constituency. Chhoker is seeking re-election from the Samalkha constituency in Panipat for the October 5 Haryana Assembly elections. The bench headed by Justice Sureshwar Thakur on Tuesday verbally observed that Chhoker should either surrender or be arrested by Wednesday. He is facing a case registered by the Enforcement Directorate on charges of money laundering and other offences. As per the plea, he has many FIRs registered against him.

Haryana Bus Yatra for Congress Unity

NEW DELHI: With less than a week until the October 5 Haryana Assembly polls, the Congress is gearing up to launch a Bus/Rath Yatra to promote unity within the party. The yatra, set to take place between September 29 and October 2, will see Congress leader Rahul Gandhi travel through various districts of the state. This comes as the party's Haryana unit expelled 13 leaders for anti-party activities after they decided to contest as independents against the party's official candidates. According to party insiders, the Bus/Rath Yatra is aimed at presenting a unified front, addressing internal factionalism, and boosting the partys chances in the upcoming election. The yatra will cover most assembly constituencies, with a focus on key areas where the Congress is believed to have an advantage. However, it will avoid areas where Rahul Gandhi has already held public meetings. The Congress is set to put its full strength into the campaign, with Rahul Gandhi leading the charge. His election rallies will run from September 29 to October 2, while Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge will also address two rallies in Haryana next week. Additionally, Congress general secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra is expected to participate in the yatra and will hold separate rallies on September 30 and October 2, reinforcing the party's commitment to its campaign. As the final phase of the campaign approaches, the Congress plans to mobilise its veteran leaders to boost support across the state. Party sources have hinted that the route of the Bus/Rath Yatra is still being finalised, with an announcement expected shortly. The journey is intended to send a strong message of unity to voters ahead of the elections. In a related development, the Congress expelled 13 party leaders for six years due to indiscipline, following their decision to run as independents. Those expelled include Naresh Dhande (Guhla SC), Pardeep Gill (Jind), Sajjan Singh Dhull (Pundri), Sunita Battan (Pundri), Rajiv Mamuram Gondar (Nilokheri-SC), Dayal Singh Sirohi (Nilokheri-SC), Vijay Jain (Panipat Rural), Dilbag Sandil (Uchana Kalan), Ajit Phogat (Dadri), Abhijeet Singh (Bhiwani), Satbir Ratera (Bawani Khera-SC), Nitu Mann (Prithla), and Anita Dhull Badsikri (Kalayat), according to a statement from Congress state unit chief Udai Bhan. While many leaders were initially upset over being denied tickets for the upcoming polls, the party managed to pacify most of them. Senior leader and former minister Sampat Singh withdrew his nomination from the Nalwa seat after filing papers, and another leader, Ram Kishen 'Fauji', withdrew from the Bawani Khera contest. In Ambala City, former MLA Jasbir Malaur withdrew from the race in favor of Congress candidate and former minister Nirmal Singh. However, Singhs daughter, Chitra Sarwara, a Congress rebel, is still contesting from Ambala Cantt, and the party has already taken action against her.

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The Haryana unit of Congress on Friday expelled thirteen party leaders for 'anti-party activities' over their decision to contest as independent candidates against the party's official picks for the assembly polls. They were being expelled for six years with immediate effect to curb indiscipline in the party, the Congress said. Naresh Dhande (Guhla SC seat), Pardeep Gill (Jind), Sajjan Singh Dhull (Pundri), Sunita Battan (Pundri), Rajiv Mamuram Gondar (Nilokheri-SC), Dayal Singh Sirohi (Nilokheri-SC), Vijay Jain (Panipat Rural), Dilbag Sandil (Uchana Kalan), Ajit Phogat (Dadri), Abhijeet Singh (Bhiwani), Satbir Ratera (Bawani Khera-SC), Nitu Mann (Prithla) and Anita Dhull Badsikri (Kalayat) have been expelled as per a party order issued by Congress state unit chief Udai Bhan. Notably, there were many party leaders who were upset over being denied tickets to contest the upcoming Haryana Assembly polls, but the party had later managed to pacify most of them. For the Congress, senior leader and former minister Sampat Singh had withdrawn his nomination from the Nalwa seat after filing papers while another leader Ram Kishen 'Fauji' also withdrew from the race from the Bawani Khera segment. From Ambala City, former MLA Jasbir Malaur withdrew from the contest against Congress's nominee and former minister Nirmal Singh. However, Nirmal Singh's daughter, Chitra Sarwara, a Congress rebel, is contesting from Ambala Cantt seat. The party has already taken action against her.

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As Haryana inches towards the polling date, the BJP has stepped up its campaign. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the main crowd puller for the party, during an election rally in Sonipat, talked about BJPs promise of industrialisation to create jobs which will also help the Dalits. He attacked the Congress, warning the people that if the grand old party returned to power it would bring back corruption and nepotism. He hit out at the Congress for trying to divide the society and argued that its support for Article 370 was a disrespect for the youth of Haryana, who, while serving in the Army, lost their lives in Kashmir fighting terrorism. Modi reminded the people that the infighting within the CongressBhupinder Singh Hooda vs Kumari Shelja signalled a divided house, which cannot provide leadership to the state. Modis focus on job creation during his speech, and reference to Dalits and OBCs showed the partys strategy in wooing these sections who were key in the polls. He highlighted the importance of industrial growth for the upliftment of Dalits, referencing B.R. Ambedkars belief that job opportunities can empower those who lack land. Modi addressed the challenges of shrinking landholdings, assuring the audience that the BJP is dedicated to fostering industries that create jobs, particularly for the youth and farmers in Haryana. He talked about his meetings with industrialists in the USA, emphasising India's talent and the potential for significant investment in the region. Modi said people of the state particularly in Gurgaon, Faridabad and Sonipat would benefit from new industry and investment. He pointed out Haryanas contribution to the nations economy, noting that it accounts for 35per cent of carpet exports and 20 per cent of textile exports, particularly from Panipat, underscoring the need for continued job creation. Hailing OBC leader Nayab Singh Saini, he emphasised his commitment to the people, noting that his doors are always open for dialogue. Modi will again address BJP booth workers through Namo App. He is expected to motivate the partys grassroot workers who manage booths to ensure maximum voting on polling day. The booth workers have been key to BJPs success in the elections. The BJP is facing a challenge from the Congress as the latter is cashing in on the 10-year anti-incumbency of the saffron party rule. The BJP had even changed its CM to tide over the fatigue in the voters. The party is hoping that its booth management, coupled with promises of creating jobs, industrial townships and cash stipends for women would see it through on the polling day. A close contest is on the cards.

RWAs oppose G.O. for stilt-plus-four construction, opposition guns for BJP

CHANDIGARH: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) led Haryana Government has landed itself into a catch-22 situation during the ongoing assembly elections as it has given go-ahead with stilt-plus-four construction in the residential areas of the state. Several Resident Welfare Associations (RWAs) are opposing this decision of the government and have decided to oppose the BJP candidates across the state. The RWAs have written to the Election Commission of Indian to suspend the government order which gave the go-ahead to the stilt-plus-four construction in the state. On the other hand, the opposition parties have got another issue against the government on the platter which they are now raising for their political benefits. This might affect the saffron party in the National Capital Region (NCR) especially Gurugram and Faridabad. Targeting the incumbent BJP government for allowing builders to exploit the stilt-plus-four-floor housing policy, RWAs have threatened to vote against the BJP candidates. The residents are of the view that the stilt-plus-four houses in their residential areas are being misused to create multiple apartments, thus burdening the existing civic infrastructure. The letter to the ECI stated that the notification regarding the construction will not only come in the way of a level playing field during elections and smacked of the governments vested interests. Haryana polls: BJP is anti-farmer, allege kisan unions Yashvir Malik, convener of Haryana State HUDA Sector Confederation of which 287 RWAs of the state are members, said, y allowing construction stilt-plus-four construction the BJP-led Government is trying to please the builder lobby. The RWAs will oppose the candidates of the BJP across the state and request not to vote for them. Malik added that while this decision affects the whole state, ten districts including Gurugram, Faridabad, Rewari, Panipat, Sonepat, Jhajjar, Rohtak, Panchkula, Hisar and Amabla are most affected. He also said that approximately 7.25 lakh plots or house owners are affected by this decision of the government in these cities as it calculated around 25 lakh voters in 15 to 20 assembly segments. We have sent an e-mail to the EC, stating that the removal of embargo on the construction of S+4 floors in residential areas be put on hold. This notification is beyond the powers of the current caretaker government in the state and is clearly a big allurement for voters. The policy needs to be properly reviewed, he said. State President All Sector Residents Welfare Association, Kuldeep Vats said that re-implementing the policy of constructing four-storey buildings with stilt parking in HSVP sectors without developing infrastructure facilities is completely wrong. The association will strongly oppose this. This will strain our sewage, power, water and parking infrastructure and leave us in a mess especially in old sectors. At present, the drinking water and sewerage system in the sectors is completely in shambles. This problem is especially severe in the old sectors. Even after many years of sector demarcation by HSVP, the old and dilapidated drinking water and sewerage lines have not been upgraded according to the population density, he said. He added that, with this decision, the residents of the sector will have to face a lot of trouble for basic facilities. Vats said that it is completely wrong to construct a stilt plus four storey building on a 10 meter road. The rule made on the common wall in the new policy will increase disputes among the people. Our demand is that, in view of the problems of public interest, this decision should be withdrawn. If the matter is not resolved soon, then the next strategy of the movement will be prepared by calling a state level meeting of the association, he said. Leader of Opposition and former chief minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda said that this is care-taker government and this decision cannot be taken, it is completely wrong. Echoing the same view former deputy chief minister and JJP leader Dushyant Chautala said that when his party was part of the government it did not approve of this and to allow S plus 4 in existing sectors is wrong. We will write to ECI, he said. Sources said that the construction had been allowed in a policy that was already there and this is not a new decision and it does not violate the poll code. We only told the court that we are lifting the self-imposed ban, said an officer. It is learnt that some 200 applications are pending in Gurugram alone, seeking permission to build the floors. The stilt-plus-four-floors policy was initially brought by the state government in 2017 by amending the Haryana Building Code of the same year, and registrations of the fourth floor as a separate dwelling unit started by 2018. Under the new policy, the state has allowed the construction of four floors with stilts in sectors where the layout plan allows for the building of four dwelling units per plot. Haryana assembly polls: Kin of key political families take poll plunge Power Games | Haryana Polls: Rahul cracks whip as Hooda-Selja rift widens

Assembly polls: EC team holds meeting with senior officers of Haryana

Chandigarh: A team of senior officials from the Election Commission of India held a meeting with senior officers of Haryana on Thursday to review the action taken on the directions issued to the authorities involved in the election process during its visit to the state last month.The meeting was held with the divisional commissioners, inspector generals of police, police commissioners, deputy commissioners, superintendents of police, general observers and police observers from 11 districts. Haryana goes to polls on October 5. According to an official statement, the team comprised of Deputy Election Commissioner Hirdesh Kumar and other officials. The meeting was held in the presence of Haryana Chief Electoral Officer Pankaj Agarwal. According to the statement, a team of the Election Commission of India led by Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar had earlier in August taken the review of the administrative, logistics, law and order, and election-related arrangements with the chief electoral officer and state police nodal officer. The commission had directed to ensure the conduct of free and fair elections by maintaining good law and order situation, the statement said. It had also stressed to maintain good health of the electoral roll with the removal of dead and shifted voters. Further, it directed to provide minimum assured facility at the polling booths along with conducive environment to encourage the voters turnout. In Thursday's meeting, the Election Commission team emphasized the importance of ensuring that all polling stations are fully equipped with the necessary facilities. The deputy election commissioner instructed the district commissioners-cum-district election officers and superintendents of police to personally inspect the polling stations to verify the availability of essential resources. The Commission emphasised that the Voter Facilitation Booths should be set up by the booth level officers at each polling stations. Proper sitting arrangements have to be made to facilitate the voters standing in queues. The team cited the need for webcasting from all polling stations. For ensuring better monitoring, cameras of high resolution should be used and they should be positioned in a way that these cover the polling stations properly for effective surveillance. At the same time, the secrecy of voting should not be compromised, it said. The police authorities briefed about the security arrangements for ensuring a good law and order situation. The team expressed its satisfaction over the deployment of the central forces and other security arrangements. However, it stressed immediate action for better surveillance of the border areas in coordination with the police of the neighbouring states. In another meeting with the enforcement agencies of Income Tax department, state police, Directorate of Revenue Intelligence, Directorate of Enforcement, Narcotics Control Bureau, Civil Aviation, Customs and other departments, the team noticed that the seizures have been less compared to the recent Lok Sabha elections. It emphasised to rework the strategy, monitor the working of different flying squad surveillance teams and static surveillance teams. The team also reviewed the preparations related to the counting centres, postal ballot papers and training of the polling staff. Chief Electoral Officer Pankaj Agarwal said that a centralized postal ballot collection centre would be established in Karnal. The Election Commission team reiterated that maximum efforts should be made at the local level and the state level to enhance the voters turnout in these elections. It cited the recent good voter turnout in the sensitive districts of Jammu and Kashmir and said that Haryana should draw inspiration from that. At the end of the meeting, Hirdesh Kumar re-emphasised that all efforts should be made to ensure free and fair polls. The districts covered in the meeting included Panchkula, Ambala, Yamunanagar, Kurukshetra, Karnal, Panipat, Kaithal, Jind, Fatehabad, Sirsa and Hisar.

Finally, navdeep stands tall

Hello sir, my name is Navdeep, said the athlete in an interaction with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Even before the javelin thrower could add more, the PM knew who he was. Iss baar jinki reels sabse jyada popular hui. (One of those whose reels got popular this time), the Prime Minister said, adding, One of them is you and the other one is Sheetal Devi (Para Archer who won the bronze medal). The whole contingent of medal winners from the Paris Paralympics in the meet & greet event, including sports minister Mansukh Mandaviya and Devendra Jhajharia, President of the Paralympic Committee of India, could not control their laughter. The PM was talking about the viral video from the Paralympics, where Navdeep was seen celebrating aggressively following his triumph in the mens javelin F41 event that initially won him a silver. Have you seen your video? How do you perform with such aggression, the PM asked Navdeep Singh, to which he had a valid reply. Last time (Tokyo Paralympics), I finished fourth. Before leaving for Paris, I had promised you, it has been fulfilled. The video had the choice of words that cannot be retold. Every individual entering the grand Paralympic stage has their own inspiring tales to tell. One common thread that binds them all is their extraordinary spirit to rise from the depths of despair to fulfilment of a dream through sports. Navdeep has a story too. His life too was a triumph over his challenges. He was taunted for his stature, so much so that he was hesitant to step out. However, things changed after he joined athletics. The gold medal did not come easy for the young athlete hailing from Buana Lakhara in Haryanas Panipat district. In the final, Navdeep started with a foul, which he was not happy about. Even at the Paralympics, he had his doubts. However, his coach egged him on. What followed was beyond Navdeeps imagination. I really have no idea how I managed to hit 47 (metres). Maybe my coach wasnt telling me the truth when I was training (laughs), he said after the medal ceremony. At 4 feet 4 inches, Navdeep may not be too tall, but he has a great sense of humour and is a mimicry exponent. In training, I have hit 41-42 metres. My first attempt was foul, but the coach said dont worry. I think my second throw went for just above 46. I was not able to see how much I threw. I asked my coach, and was quite surprised when he told me 46 metres. But somehow, I thought I didnt even put in my best in that throw. I was hopeful that may be, I have one more better throw in me. And better he did, with his personal best of the season. Like his life, the medal, however, came with its twists and turns. With a throw of 47.32m, he finished second behind Irans Sadegh Beit Sayah. Later, Navdeeps silver was upgraded to gold because Sayah was disqualified for waving a flag of a religious nature. I was surprised, Navdeep told media, The moment they showed a red card to the Iranian player, he started crying. As a sportsman, I tried to calm him down by hugging him. Then it was obvious that because I was second in line, my silver got converted into gold. At the end of the day, a gold gives your country a different identity. I was able to contribute to that, it makes me happy. Navdeeps coach Sunil Tanwar simplified the approach behind his success. The coach believed the 23-year-old could go past his personal best and instilled the same in the mind of the young athlete. I felt like he had that capacity. He had good strength and speed, said Tanwar in the interaction shared by the PCI. I told him you have good strength. You dont need that much strength, but you have to be technically sound. We focused on getting better in that department and the result is for all to see. I asked him what his best throw was, and then decided that we had to better it in the Games. After reaching the pinnacle of his event on the global stage, Navdeep remembered his father Dalbir Singh, a wrestler himself, who helped his son navigate the hard path. He credited his father with introducing him to sports and standing tall behind him always until javelin became his soul. Now that he has won gold, Navdeep said he would like to tell the world, People like us too exist.

Congress contesting 89 seats in Haryana, gives one to ally CPM

CHANDIGARH: Congress is contesting on 89 seats out of a total 90 assembly segments in the Haryana assembly elections as it has left the Bhiwani seat for the INDIA bloc ally Communist Party of India (Marxist). The Congress party, late on Wednesday night, released its fourth list of five candidates. It fielded journalist Sarva Mitra Kamboj from Rania assembly segment in Sirsa, who had recently joined the party. Parimal Pari from Ambala Cantt, youth leader Sachin Kundu from Panipat Rural, Satbir Dublain from the Narwana (SC) seat and Rohit Nagar from Tigaon were the other candidates in the list. On Thursday morning, it released the fifth and the last list of two candidatesNaresh Selwal from Uklana (SC-reserved) and Jasbir Singh from the Narnaund seat. From Uklana, Member of Parliament Kumari Selja was keen to contest. In the final list, the party announced the candidature of Rohtash Khatana, who was previously associated with THE JJP, from Sohna and left the Bhiwani seat for the CPI(M). The party had engaged in seat-sharing talks with the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) for the Haryana polls which hit a deadlock following hard bargaining from both sides. Since then, the AAP has released multiple lists of its candidates. Rebellion Hours after releasing its final list of candidates for the Haryana Assembly election, the Congress faced a rebellion on Thursday as some of its leaders decided to enter the poll fray as independents. These include former state minister Sampat Singh from Nalwa, former MLAs Lalit Nagar from Tigaon and Sharda Rathore from Ballabhgarh. Other aspirants who have entered the contest as independents include Chitra Sarwara (Ambala Cantonment) an Rohita Rewri (Panipat City). Former MLA Ram Kishan Fauji, a ticket aspirant from Bawani Khera, has also filed his nomination as an independent. After the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), the Congress too is facing resentment in Haryana from those who have been denied tickets. Some of the aspirants broke down after being denied tickets. A tearful Lalit Nagar said even though he had worked hard to strengthen the Congress in Haryana, he was stabbed in the back. Addressing a gathering of his supporters in Faridabads Tigaon, he said, I had invited all of you thinking that I will perform a havan and then go to file my nomination as a Congress candidate. But some of our enemies have conspired and attempted to commit my political murder.

Congress, AAP finalise candidates; Surjewala and Shruti file nominations

Political parties scrambled to release names of their remaining candidates for the Haryana assembly polls on Thursday, the last day of filing nominations, even as several nominees including Congress leader Randeep Surjewala's son Aditya filed their papers for the October 5 elections. Former Haryana deputy chief minister and Congress candidate Chander Mohan and former CM Bansi Lal's granddaughter and BJP candidate Shruti Choudhry filed their nomination papers from Panchkula and Tosham, respectively. BJP's Kurukshetra MP Naveen Jindal's mother Savitri Jindal, who was denied ticket by the party, also filed her nomination from the Hisar seat as an independent. Indian National Lok Dal (INLD) leader Abhay Chautala filed his nomination from Ellenabad while BJP nominee and minister Mahipal Dhanda filed his papers from Panipat Rural. Aditya Surjewala, accompanied by his father, filed his papers from the Kaithal seat. Several other candidates from various parties and alliances including th

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The Aam Aadmi Party on Thursday released its sixth list of candidates for upcoming assembly polls in Haryana. The party has fielded senior leader Prem Garg from Panchkula and Manish Arora from Ellenabad. The party named its candidates for the Kalka, Ambala City, Mulana, Shahabad, Pehowa, Guhla, Panipat, Jind, Fatehabad, Ellenabad, Nalwa, Loharu, Badhra, Dadri, Bawani Khera, Kosli, Faridabad NIT and Badhkal seats on Thursday. As per the list, O.P. Gujjar will contest from Kalka, Wazir Singh Dhanda from Jind, Kamal Bisla from Fatehabad, Geeta Sheoran from Loharu, O.P. Verma from Badkhal and Himmat Yadav from Kosli, PTI reported. The AAP has so far announced names of 70 candidates for the assembly polls. The Arvind Kejriwal-led party released its first list on Monday, after alliance talks with Congress hit a roadblock. The AAP had reportedly demanded 10 seats as part of the alliance while Congress was ready to spare only five-six seats. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi was reportedly keen on forming the alliance with AAP for the assembly polls. Earlier, AAPs Organisation Secretary Sandeep Pathak had said, We are prepared to fight the elections with full force on all the seats and those who underestimate us will themselves regret it in the future. The Congress and AAP contested the Lok Sabha polls held earlier this year together in Delhi but separately in Punjab. AAP had contested unsuccessfully from one seat in Haryana during the polls as part of the alliance. The party contested in 46 seats during the 2019 assembly polls but failed to win even a single one.

AAP names 19 more candidates for Haryana Assembly polls

AAP named its candidates for the Kalka, Ambala City, Mulana, Shahabad, Pehowa, Guhla, Panipat, Jind, Fatehabad, Ellenabad, Nalwa, Loharu, Badhra, Dadri, Bawani Khera, Kosli, Faridabad NIT and Badhkal seats

Haryana polls: Congress releases 4th list of 5 candidates

NEW DELHI: The Congress on Thursday released its fourth list of five candidates for the Haryana Assembly polls, taking the total number of candidates declared to 86. The party fielded Parimal Pari from Ambala Cantt, Sachin Kundu from Panipat Rural, Satbir Dublain from Narwana (SC), Sarva Mitra Kamboj from Rania and Rohit Nagar from Tigaon. The list came just a few hours after the Congress declared its third list of 40 candidates, fielding party MP Randeep Surjewala's son Aditya Surjewala from Kaithal. The Congress has not named candidates for four seats, fuelling speculation over the possibility of a last-minute tie-up on those seats. The Congress had been engaged in seat-sharing talks with the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) for the Haryana polls, with hard bargaining going on from both sides. Haryana assembly polls: Congress candidate Vinesh Phogat files nomination from Julana seat However, the talks hit a deadlock and the AAP has released multiple lists since then. Some Congress leaders have expressed reservations over a tie-up with the Arvind Kejriwal-led party. Thursday is the last day of filing of nominations. The Congress on Friday declared 32 candidates for the polls, fielding former chief minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda from Garhi Sampla-Kiloi, state unit chief Udai Bhan from Hodal, and wrestler Vinesh Phogat from Julana. The party had first released a list of 31 candidates and a little later, in a statement, said the CEC had approved the candidature of Balbir Singh from the Israna (reserved for the Scheduled Castes) constituency. The party declared nine candidates on Sunday. It has renominated all its 28 MLAs. Besides Hooda, Bhan, and Phogat, the Congress has also fielded Mewa Singh from Ladwa to take on Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini. Assembly elections in Haryana will be held on October 5 and the counting of votes will be undertaken on October 8. AAP announces candidates for 21 seats in fourth list, fields Kavita Dalal from Julana against Vinesh Phogat

Zero toll up to 20 km on highways for GNSS-enabled vehicles: New NH rules

NEW DELHI: Once the proposed barrier-free toll collection based on Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) is implemented, private vehicles will not be charged any fee for travelling up to 20 km on highways and expressways. The ministry of road transport and highways (MoRTH) on Tuesday amended the National Highways Fee (Determination of Rates and Collection) Rules, 2008 in which provisions have been made to allow charging a toll according to the actual distance travelled if it exceeds 20 kilometres. The rules have been revised to incorporate electronic toll collection through satellite-based systems besides existing methods; Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) Device or FASTag. A driver, owner or person in charge of a mechanical vehicle other than a National Permit vehicle who makes use of the same section of the national highway, permanent bridge, bypass or tunnel, as the case may be, shall be levied a zero-user fee upto 20 kilometres of a journey in each direction in a day under Global Navigation Satellite System based user fee collection system, the notification of the ministry reads. The existing system imposes a fixed amount even if the user travels on the part of the toll road. Under the GNSS based collection system, toll is charged based on the distance travelled on the highways. The satellite based system tracks vehicles movement and calculates charges with the help of On Board Unit (OBU) embedded in the vehicles. TNIE in July reported that in the first phase, GNSS based tolling for commercial vehicles and private vehicles will be included subsequently. A hybrid model, where both Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)-based FASTag and GNSS enabled toll collection would operate simultaneously until the proposed arrangement is adopted commonly and smoothly. All lanes at fee plazas will eventually be converted to GNSS lanes. Exclusive lane can be earmarked for Global Navigation Satellite System On-Board Unit fitted vehicle and in case vehicle enters such lane, without a valid, functional Global Navigation Satellite System On-Board Unit, shall pay a fee equivalent to two times of the user fee applicable at that fee plaza, the notification states. The proposed arrangement is expected to eliminate waiting at fee plazas as it will allow the highway users to cruise through toll gates at high speed; upto 100 kilometres per hour (kmph) without inconvenience. Initially one or two lanes will be available at fee plazas for the vehicles, which opt for the soon-to-be-launched highway user fee collection arrangement. The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) in June invited global tender from innovative and qualified companies to develop and implement GNSS-based toll collection. As per the notification, the interested companies can apprise the Indian Highways Management Company Limited (IHMCL), a company promoted by NHAI, which has invited the tender. A pilot study with regard to a GNSS-based user fee collection system has been done on the Bengaluru-Mysore section of NH-275 in Karnataka and Panipat-Hisar section of NH-709 in Haryana. The Government is hopeful that it will help plug the gaps and check toll defaulters. The lanes will be equipped with advanced reading, identification and enforcement equipment so that only the valid vehicles pass through the gates.

Indias Navdeep Singh Wins Gold in Mens Javelin F41 at Paris Paralympics

Paris : Indias Navdeep Singhs silver medal was upgraded to gold after initial winner Irans Sadegh Beit Sayah was disqualified for repeatedly displaying an objectionable flag following a dramatic men's javelin throw F41 final at the Paris Paralympics on Saturday. This is Indias first-ever gold medal in the mens javelin F41 category. The 23-year-old para-athlete from Haryana, who had finished fourth at the Tokyo Games three years ago, produced a personal best effort of 47.32m to claim the top position. Navdeep, who competes in the classification meant for athletes of short stature, originally ended with a silver after he upstaged world record holder Sun Pengxiang of China with a 47.32m throw. However, that was upgraded to an unprecedented gold after Sadeghs disqualification. Pengxiang (44.72m) finished with a silver. Sayah had managed to nose ahead of the field with a new Paralympic record of 47.64m in his penultimate throw but lost the medal owing to his antics. The International Paralympic Committee rules bar athletes from making any political gestures at the event and Sayah was thrown out of the final results for unsporting/improper conduct. Iraqs Nukhailawi Wildan (40.46) claimed the bronze medal. Starting the competition with a foul, Navdeep, who entered the event with a personal best of 44.29 metres and a season best of 42.82 metres, came up with a throw of 46.39 metres in his second attempt, propelling him to the second place. But it was his third throw that electrified the stadium. With a monstrous throw of 47.32 metres, Navdeep shattered the Paralympic record and surged into lead, only for Sadegh to better the Indians mark with an effort of 47.64 metres in his fifth attempt. Born in Panipat, Haryana, Navdeep faced challenges from the start but he refused to let his condition define him. Inspired by his father, a national-level wrestler and Gram Sachiv, Navdeep channelled his passion into athletics, overcoming societal expectations and physical limitations. After completing his education, Navneets career took a decisive turn in 2017, when he began professional coaching and made his international debut at the Asian Youth Para Games, where he won gold in the javelin throw.

Punjab, Haryana HC dismisses plea of Cong MLA's son against ED arrest

The Punjab and Haryana High Court has dismissed a petition seeking quashing of criminal proceedings and arrest of a Haryana Congress MLA's son by the ED, citing 10 judicial pronouncements made by the Supreme Court on these issues. The Court of Judge Mahabir Singh Sindhu in Chandigarh on August 27 held that prima facie, the offence of money laundering was clearly made out against the petitioner Sikandar Singh Chokker and that his plea was othing but complete misuse of the process of Court as well as law. Sikandar Chokker is the son of Dharam Singh Chokker, sitting Congress MLA from the Samalkha (Panipat district) seat of Haryana. Dharam Singh Chokker has been recently given a ticket by his party for contesting the forthcoming assembly polls in the state from the same seat. Sikandar Chokker was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on April 30 from a hotel in Haridwar, Uttarakhand on the basis of a special PMLA court issued arrest warrant against him in a money laundering

Surplus rainfall in August kept air quality of Indian cities clean

DELHI: A surplus monsoon has brought down air pollution of Indian cities in good to satisfactory categories according to the standard set by National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) in August. Moreover, no cities were under 'poor' to 'severe' categories. Delhis air was the cleanest in the past four years. However, 177 cities out of total 254 Indian cities in August recorded higher PM2.5 levels than the World Health Organizations (WHOs) daily guideline levels. India's NAAQS set the annual average limits for PM2.5 at 40g/m and for PM10 at 60g/m whereas, WHO recommend annual average limits of 5g/m for PM2.5 and 15g/m for PM10. All of Indias megacities, including Delhi, Chennai, Mumbai, Kolkata, and Bangalore, maintained PM2.5 concentrations below the NAAQS throughout the month, with all days categorized as either Good or Satisfactory. According to the analysis by the Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA), in August 2024, a total of 218 Indian cities were categorized as 'Good (0-30 g/m)' on the AQI scale, while 26 cities were 'Satisfactory (31-60 g/m)' and only one city was 'Moderate (61-90 g/m)'. Notably, no cities fell into the Poor (91-120 g/m), Very Poor (121-250 g/m), or Severe (>250 g/m) AQI categories, highlighting the positive impact of the month's rainfall on air quality. Delhi saw a significant improvement in air quality this August, with a monthly average PM2.5 concentration of 27 g/m. The city had 24 days categorized as Good (0-30 g/m) and 7 days in the Satisfactory range (31-60 g/m), marking this as the second cleanest August since 2016. The only cleaner August was in 2020, which saw an average of 25 g/m. This improvement can be attributed to the 26 rainy days experienced throughout the month, which effectively washed away pollutants, contributing to cleaner air across the city, said Manoj Kumar, a researcher with CREA. Meanwhile, Byrnihat in Assam ranked as the most polluted city in India, with a monthly average PM2.5 concentration of 78 g/m. Byrnihat has consistently been among the top 10 most polluted cities throughout the year, marking the fifth instance in 2024 where it claimed the top spot for the highest pollution levels. Cities in the list of top 10 most polluted cities in India were, Byrnihat, Sri Ganganagar, Araria, Mandi Gobindgarh, Samastipur, Jalna, Panipat, Gurgaon, Siwan, and Durgapur.

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