The Times of India

Hospitals in Panchkula are delaying dog bite compensation by failing to detail the number of toothmarks in medico-legal reports. This oversight prevents victims from receiving the Rs 10,000 per toothmark entitlement under the DAYALU-II scheme. Many cases are pending verification due to this lack of clinical detail.

Thousands of homebuyers in Haryana face years of delay as Piyush Group projects remain unfinished. Allegations suggest buyer funds were diverted for new land acquisitions, with promoters reportedly transferring project assets to family during insolvency. The Enforcement Directorate has filed a chargesheet and attached properties worth Rs 944 crore.

A critically ill drug addict, whose family's plight was highlighted in news reports, died at Amritsar Medical College within 24 hours of admission. Despite efforts, the patient succumbed to multiple complications, leaving his grieving mother to reiterate her claim that all five sons were lost to addiction, a statement contested by police.

Haryana Police have busted an inter-state newborn trafficking racket in Bahadurgarh, arresting seven individuals. A daily-wage couple from Punjab sold their three-day-old son for Rs 2.25 lakh, believing he would receive a better upbringing. The rescued infant was being trafficked to childless couples in Delhi for a higher price.

Arthritis is a complex condition encompassing over 100 distinct diseases, not just a symptom of aging. Misdiagnosis can lead to severe organ damage. Rheumatologist Prof. Aman Sharma emphasizes the critical need for specialist evaluation, as a one-size-fits-all approach can be detrimental.

Nearly nine months after the demolition of Chandigarh's old furniture market, traffic congestion has returned to the Sector 53-54 dividing road. Commuters report that barricading near the junction and prolonged signal cycles are significantly slowing down traffic, despite the road's clearance. The current traffic management measures are creating bottlenecks at a key city entry point.

A mother's plea about her sons dying from drug addiction in Sultanpur Lodhi gained attention, leading to police intervention. While authorities claim deaths were due to various causes over years, the mother insists addiction was the primary factor for all four deceased sons. Police are now assisting with de-addiction efforts and conducting searches.