35-year-old woman gangraped, 5-year-old daughter strangled in Haryana
A shocking incident occurred in Jind, Haryana. A 35-year-old woman was allegedly gangraped. Her 5-year-old daughter was strangled to death. The child's body was buried without a post-mortem. Authorities exhumed the body. The family lived in a slum. The accused abducted the woman and her daughter. The girl was killed at a garbage dump.
Maruti goes slow on new plant amid sluggish sales
Maruti Suzuki is slowing down land acquisition for its second Gujarat factory, a Rs 35,000-crore project, due to sluggish car sales growth. Chairman R C Bhargava stated that current expansion plans in Haryana and Gujarat are sufficient, given the market's 1-2% growth.
Sonipat Journalist delegation calls on President Press Club of Kashmir
Srinagar, Apr 25: Twenty-three journalists from Sonipat in Haryana visited the Press Club of Kashmir in Srinagar on Friday and interacted with the president, Mr. M Saleem Pandit. The team, led by Ravinder Kumar from the Zila Press Club Sonipat invited Pandit to send a delegation of five journalists from Kashmir to participate in a []
Haryana steps up security measures following Pahalgam terror attack
Chief Secretary directs vigilance against anti-social elements; DGP calls for revival of peace committees to maintain harmony
Mercury crosses 40 degrees mark in most places in Punjab, Haryana
SC raps Haryana government for failing to act on manual scavenging worker widows plea
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Friday issued a notice to the Chief Secretary of the Haryana government, summoning his personal appearance within four weeks to explain the alleged non-compliance with the courts earlier directions regarding a representation filed by Asha the widow of a sewer worker who died in 2022 while cleaning a sewer. The bench noted on record that it appeared the State of Haryana had neither acted on the Supreme Court's 3 January order nor considered the representation submitted by the petitioner. Issue notice, returnable on May 9. The Chief Secretary, Government of Haryana, Chandigarh, is to personally remain present on the next date of hearing so as to make us understand why our order has not been considered and in what manner the representation of January 6 (received by the government on January 9) has been looked into, the bench said in its order dated 25 April. Asha alleged that, despite submitting multiple representations in 2023 and 2024 seeking statutory compensation of 30 lakhin line with the Supreme Courts judgment in the Balram Singh caseshe had received no payment. She subsequently filed a writ petition before the Supreme Court through her counsel, Pawan Reley and others. On 3 January 2025, the court directed the Haryana government to take a decision on the matter. Following the order, Asha submitted a fresh representation to the Chief Secretary on 6 January, which was delivered on 9 January. However, no action has since been taken by the state government. Taking serious note of the non-compliance, the top court has now sought the Chief Secretarys personal presence and a detailed explanation as to why the representation was not decided and why compensation has not been released. The incident in question occurred in 2022, when Ashas husband died after being exposed to hazardous conditions and inhaling poisonous gases while cleaning a sewer. Despite this, Asha has not received any rehabilitation or compensation from the Haryana government, as mandated under the Prohibition of Employment as Manual Scavengers and Their Rehabilitation Act, 2013. That multiple representations were submitted to the government of Haryana, requesting adequate compensation of 30,00,000/- for his client, in line with the directions issued by the Supreme Court in Balram Singh versus Union of India & Others , is not complied with, Reley said in the petition.
Haryana Jail Department Recruitment 2025 Walk in for 15 Assistant Teacher, Nurse and Other Posts
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SC rejects Punjab govts plea challenging SAD leader Majithias bail in drugs case
New Delhi, Apr 25: The Supreme Court on Friday dismissed an appeal of the Punjab government challenging the bail granted to Shiromani Akali Dal leader Bikram Singh Majithia in a drugs case by the Punjab and Haryana High Court. A bench comprising justices J K Maheswari and Aravind Kumar said it will not entertain the Punjab governments plea against the bail granted by the high court on August 10, 2022. The bench also asked Majithia and the state investigating agency [] The post SC rejects Punjab govts plea challenging SAD leader Majithias bail in drugs case appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Hurts To See My Integrity Being Questioned: Neeraj On Nadeem Invite Row
The Tokyo Olympics gold-medallist and Paris Games silver-winning star from Haryana said he was deeply hurt to see his and his family's integrity being questioned in abusive social media posts.
Nearly 40% of India's citizens on board the Digilocker platform
NEW DELHI: Over 51.3 crore citizens in the country have adopted the digital wallet introduced by the Centres Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), said J L Gupta, Director, Digilocker. Realising the huge advantages it offers, the State Public Service Commissions (SPSC) in four states have started using the Digilocker platform. A crucial part of the Digital India campaign, this Aadhaar-linked initiative is a massive step towards paperless governance. Speaking to TNIE on the sidelines of an event organised in the city to launch the issuance of sports certificates via Digilocker, Gupta said, This is a significant number and constitutes nearly 40 percent of the population. We never expected such an overwhelming response following its formal launch in July 2015. The SPSCs in Kerala, Bihar, Chattisgarh and Haryana have already adopted it and it has helped them save an enormous amount of time and effort, he said. The Kerala SPSC was the first to hop onto the digital bandwagon a year ago while the other three states have adopted it only this year, the official said. The Commission needs to crosscheck the authenticity of multiple documents before the recruitment process is completed. From a time period of 6 or 7 months, the whole process is now completed within a month, he added. Realising its benefits, the PSCs in 12 other states including Maharashtra, Himachal Pradesh and Tripura are planning to adopt it, he said. From July 1 this year, Uttar Pradesh will be releasing all its Pension Payment Orders only through Digilocker, he said. The huge advantage is the documents are procured from the source of origin itself and hence its authenticity is assured. The Digilocker documents have a secure QR code too which can be authenticated online using the verification utility, said Gupta. Government organisations are keen to come on board the platform across the country with the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways issuing its driving licence and registration certficates through it. Prominent nationalised banks too are using the facility, he added.
SC Orders 4 States to Appoint Officials to Segregate Solid Waste
Supreme Court has directed Delhi, Haryana, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh to appoint senior nodal officers for full implementation of solid waste segregation under the SWM Rules, 2016, with the first compliance report due by September 1, 2025
Haryana HFA Recruitment 2025 - Apply Online for 155 District Coordinator, Block Coordinators Posts
Haryana HFA Recruitment 2025 Apply Online: Haryana Housing For All (Haryana HFA) has announced the recruitment of 155 District Coordinator, Block Coordinators in 2025. Candidates With M.A, PG Diploma, MSW Can Apply Online on or before 15-05-2025.
Govt Expedites 17 Major Infra Projects Across North
At the heart of this initiative is the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), which conducted a high-level review meeting chaired by its Secretary, Amardeep Bhatia. The Government of India has stepped up efforts to accelerate the implementation of 17 major infrastructure projects worth over 14,096 crore across the states of Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Punjab, and Uttarakhand. At the heart of this initiative is the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), which conducted a high-level review meeting chaired by its Secretary, Amardeep Bhatia. Held under the aegis of the Project Monitoring Group (PMG), the
Haryana One time tax settlement scheme 2025 (OTS): The Haryana Government has released some FAQs on the tax due settlement scheme under which you can get up to Rs 1 lakh rebate if your outstanding tax dues is up to Rs 10 lakh. This scheme will remain open for the coming 180 days i.e. 6 months.
Haryana minister reviews drinking water services, calls for inspections & swift action
Jute industry urges textiles ministry to rescind packaging dilution approval for FCI, state agencies
KOLKATA, April 23: An association of jute mill owners has appealed to Union Textiles Minister Giriraj Singh to withdraw approvals for packaging dilution, granted to Food Corporation of India (FCI), Haryana and Madhya Pradesh procurement agencies, for the rabi marketing season (RMS) 2025-26. The Indian Jute Mills Association (IJMA) also sought West Bengal Chief Minister []
ED searches in city, Haryana in 50cr loan fraud case
Osamu Suzuki Centre of Excellence to Open in Gujarat and Haryana
Suzuki brought to India the Japanese concepts of manufacturing that not only led to high competitiveness but also resulted in creating a more equitable, inclusive and cohesive society.
Widow of Navy officer Lt Vinay Narwal says final goodbye to her husband
The wreath-laying ceremony for Lt Vinay Narwal was held at the Cargo Terminal in New Delhi on Wednesday. His mortal remains were then sent to his hometown in Karnal, Haryana, for the final rites
Haryana RERA sends notice to Sky Palazzo builders over suspected fraud
GURUGRAM: The Haryana Real Estate Regulatory Authority (HRERA) has issued a notice to the directors and officials of Sky Palazzo, a housing project being built by Fidatocity Homes Private Limited in Sector 88 B of Gurugram, after receiving a complaint suggesting a likely case of fraud. In a notice dated April 21, HRERA directed the company to submit its response before the hearing scheduled for April 28. The complaint, filed by Advocate Subhash Solanki on behalf of several homebuyers, raises serious concerns about the legitimacy of the project. Solanki said that Sky Palazzo is being developed on 10.84 acres of land in Harsaru village, Sector 88 B. This land is owned by Baljeet Yadav, Dinesh Yadav, Mahesh, Mahipal, and Dushyant Yadav, who had entered into a development agreement with Fidatocity Homes, he said. According to Solanki, the RERA registration document lists the website TrinityInfratech.in, naming Mukund Mittal and Riddhi Mittal as founders of Trinity Infratech, the company shown as leading the Sky Palazzo Residences project. However, after the complaint was filed, both names and their photos were removed from the website. This sudden removal raises serious doubts, Solanki said, adding that Mukund Mittal is the son of Madhur Mittal, who has faced serious criminal allegations in the past. Solanki also pointed out that similar allegations have been reported earlier to the Director of Town and Country Planning (DTCP), Haryana, via the CM Window grievance portal. Madhur Mittal was allegedly blacklisted by DTCP in 2019 and barred from obtaining new licences due to controversies surrounding his previous projects. Solanki further claimed that the application to HRERA for the Sky Palazzo was submitted through Amit Kumar Sharma and Anil Sharma, both residents of Agra, the same city where Madhur Mittal is from. They have been named in the complaint as frontmen acting on behalf of Madhur Mittal, he said. The complaint filed with both HRERA and the CM Window calls for the cancellation of the Sky Palazzo project to prevent further harm to potential homebuyers. This is a matter of public interest and we want to ensure no one else is defrauded, he said.
The Haryana Knowledge Corporation Limited (HKCL) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 16 Management Trainees, Project Trainees and More Posts posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official HKCL website. The last date to submit the application form is 10-05-2025.
HKCL Junior Database Administrator Recruitment 2025 - Apply Online for 01 Posts Before May 10
The Haryana Knowledge Corporation Limited (HKCL) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 01 Junior Database Administrator posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official HKCL website. The last date to submit the application form is 10-05-2025.
Suzuki Motor Corp, Maruti Suzuki to set up Osamu Suzuki Centre of Excellence in India
NEW DELHI, Apr 23: Suzuki Motor Corporation and Maruti Suzuki India Ltd on Wednesday announced a proposal to set up Osamu Suzuki Centre of Excellence in India in honour of late Osamu Suzuki, the former chairman of the Japanese small car major. The Osamu Suzuki Centre of Excellence (OSCOE) is proposed to be located in Gujarat and Haryana, and will work towards supporting the national objective of high manufacturing growth and raising the standard of component manufacturers (across tier-1, 2 [] The post Suzuki Motor Corp, Maruti Suzuki to set up Osamu Suzuki Centre of Excellence in India appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Maruti Suzuki to establish Osamu Suzuki Centre of Excellence in India to increase manufacturing
Maruti Suzuki India and Suzuki Motor Corporation will establish Osamu Suzuki Centre of Excellence in India. This is a tribute to Osamu Suzuki. The center will be located in Gujarat and Haryana. It aims to support manufacturing growth. It will raise component manufacturer standards. The center will propagate Japanese manufacturing philosophy.
Punjab-based agent held for arranging illegal UK entry for passenger
NEW DELHI: A Punjab-based agent, who holds a diploma in multimedia programming, was arrested for his involvement in arranging a fake UK visa for a man attempting to travel abroad via Sharjah. The 35-year-old accused, identified as Amit Bhardwaj alias Gavi, was nabbed from one of his hideouts in Punjab, police said on Wednesday. The matter came to light when a 25-year-old man named Anil, a resident of Hisar in Haryana, was caught at the IGI Airport on 1 March, 2022, during immigration clearance while trying to depart for Sharjah, UAE. Upon scrutiny of his documents, immigration officers found a fake UK visa affixed to his passport. According to a senior police officer, Anil disclosed during investigation that he wanted to go to the UK to earn quick money. He came into contact with an agent, Karanjeet, through another agent, Gavi, who assured him that his journey to the UK via Sharjah would be arranged for Rs 12 lakh with the help of associates, the officer said. The passenger said he paid the entire amount in cash and was promised a job in the UK. He handed over his passport to the agent, who later arranged the fake visa and tickets. However, Anil was intercepted during the immigration clearance at IGI Airport. Earlier, agents Karanjeet and one of his associates, Gurmeet, were arrested in connection with the case. Later, the name of one agent, Gavi alias Amit Bhardwaj, surfaced. He had introduced the passenger to agent Gurmeet and was found to be involved in the case as an associate, said Additional Commissioner of Police (IGI Airport) Usha Rangnani. Bhardwaj, a graduate and diploma holder in multimedia programming, told the police he was financially struggling when he met Karanjeet, who was already duping people by offering fake visas. He started working with him, Rangnani said. The accused further disclosed that the passenger had approached Karanjeet through him, as he had met Anil during a previous job. Karanjeet then promised to arrange the visa, tickets, and journey to the UK via UAE for Rs 12 lakh. As per the deal, he, along with Karanjeet and Gurmeet, arranged a fake UK visa on the passport of the passenger. He also revealed that he received a commission of Rs two lakh from Karanjeet in this case, the officer added.
5 Mizoram girls among 15 selected for NCOEs from ASMITA sub-junior hockey league
New Delhi, Apr 23: Five under-16 girls from Mizoram are among the 15 hockey players selected by the Sports Authority of India to be inducted into the various National Centres of Excellence (NCOEs). Seen as the building block for womens hockey in India, the girls have been chosen after the conclusion of the 2024-25 season of the ASMITA leagues matches. The 15 selected for training at the NCOEs include three players from Haryana and two each from Jharkhand and Odisha, [] The post 5 Mizoram girls among 15 selected for NCOEs from ASMITA sub-junior hockey league appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Newlywed Naval officer from Haryana killed in Pahalgam terror attack
CHANDIGARH: Lieutenant Vinay Narwal, a 26-year-old naval officer from Karnal, Haryana, was among the 26 people killed in the terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, also called 'Mini Switzerland', on Tuesday. He had recently married Himanshi from Gurugram on April 16, and the couple was on their honeymoon in Kashmir. Their wedding reception had taken place just days earlier, on April 19. As per reports which reached here, Narwal was shot in chest, neck and left arm and was brought dead to the hospital. There is no confirmation about the condition of his wife, Himanshi. He completed his Class 10 from Saint Kabir School in Karnal, pursued his Class 12 in Delhi, and went on to earn a B Tech degree from Sonepat. Defence officials confirmed that Lieutenant Vinay Narwal was posted in Kochi and had joined the Indian Navy two years ago. Originally from Bhusli village in Karnal district, he was currently residing in Sector 7, Karnal. He is survived by his father, Rajesh Narwal, a superintendent with the GST wing of the state excise department in Panipat; his mother, Asha Narwal; his younger sister, Srishti; and his grandfather, Hawa Singh, a retired police officer. Singh said, We have come to know that the terrorist asked the religion and then fired. He and his wife was having food at that time and he was shot in the head. In the information given to us we were told that in the attack he was shot in the head. His father, sisters, father-in-law and mother-in-law have left for Srinagar. When he was three and half years old we had shifted from our village to Karnal. He did his Class X from here and Class XII from Delhi. Then he did his B Tech from Sonepat. Then through SSB he was directly got commissioned in the navy as second Lieutenant and about one and half years ago he was promoted as Lieutenant, he said. Singh said, His grandson always wanted to serve in the armed forces and since childhood when he use to see military vehicles he use to ask me many questions. I had served in the BSF and I knew how tough is the job guarding the borders and then I joined Haryana Police. As the news of his death reached the neighbors and locals went into a shock and described Narwal as a young officer with a bright future. People gathered at Narwal's residence in Karnal to mourn his death with his family. Vinay a navy officer was married about four days ago, everyone was happy. We have received the information that he was killed by terrorists and died on the spot said, Naresh Bansal, a neighbor.
Heaven on earth turned to hell: Families in grief, horror after Pahalgam terror attack
What was meant to be a celebration of love, family, and dreams turned into one of the bloodiest chapters in recent Kashmir history. The serene valley of Pahalgam, famously known as Mini Switzerland, became the site of horror on Tuesday as terrorists opened fire on unsuspecting tourists. At least 28 lives were lost newlyweds, fathers, sons, and professionals who had come seeking peace but instead met brutality. Among them was Lieutenant Vinay Narwal, a 26-year-old naval officer from Karnal, Haryana, on his honeymoon with his wife Himanshi. The couple had married just five days prior, on April 16. Vinay, who had been commissioned into the Navy two years ago, was dining with his wife when he was shot in the head. His grandfather, a retired police officer, recounted how Vinay had always dreamt of serving the armed forces. He was just a boy when he started asking questions about military vehicles. That dream brought him here and now, took him away, he said. From Karnataka, another family is shattered. Manjunath Rao , 48, a Bengaluru-based realtor, was vacationing with his wife and son to celebrate his sons excellent results in the Class XII exams he had scored 96%. They had planned to return home on April 24. Instead, the family is returning with his lifeless body. His wife Pallavi, still numb with shock, recalled the harrowing moment when her husband was gunned down in front of her. After killing my husband, I asked them to kill me too. One of them said, Nahin marenge, Modi ko boldo... and walked away, she said. Prasant Kumar Satpathy , 43, from Balasore, Odisha, had been saving for months to show his family the snow-clad landscapes of Kashmir. The accounts assistant from CIPET was with his wife and nine-year-old son when he was gunned down near the ropeway. He just wanted to show us heaven on earth, his grieving wife told relatives. Now, his younger brother is on his way to bring his body back home. Shubham Dwivedi, a 31-year-old businessman from Kanpur, had been married for just two months. He was in Pahalgam with 11 family members when he was shot point blank after terrorists confirmed his identity. His wife Aishanya, who hails from Lucknow, watched in helpless horror. They asked me who he was. When I said, My husband, they shot him in front of me, she said. The couple had taken a train to Delhi, a flight to Srinagar, and were to return on April 23 the day of his final journey. In Aruhi village of Bihars Rohtas district, sorrow hangs thick in the air. The dusty lanes are unusually quiet, the faces somber. News that Manish Ranjan, an Intelligence Bureau officer, had been gunned down in front of his wife and two young children during the Pahalgam attack has left his entire village and family across two states in stunned disbelief. The 42-year-old officer, originally from Aruhi but posted in Hyderabad, had taken a rare break from work to travel with his wife Asha (also known as Jaya), 12-year-old son, and 8-year-old daughter. It was supposed to be a bonding trip a pilgrimage and a vacation wrapped into one. He was excited about visiting Vaishno Devi. I was going to join them too, but couldnt go because of my health, said his uncle Alok Priyadarshi, his voice trembling over the phone. Now we only want justice from the government. He served the nation and they shot him in front of his children. His family, originally from Rohtas but currently settled in Malda, West Bengal, is shattered. His father, Manglesh Mishra, a retired college teacher, had hoped to see all three of his sons thriving. Now the eldest is gone leaving behind grieving parents, two brothers employed in government services, and children too young to understand the finality of death. He had called me just before leaving, said his other uncle, Alok Ranjan, from Sasaram. The kids were excited. The family was happy. But destiny had willed it otherwise. Bihar Governor Arif Mohammad Khan and Chief Minister Nitish Kumar both condemned the attack, calling it a cowardly and despicable act. But no statement can ease the devastation in Aruhi, where a decorated officers life ended in a valley that was meant to bring peace. 32-year-old Syed Adil Hussain Shah, a local horse rider was the sole provider for his family. Adil wasnt a tourist. He wasnt part of any convoy. He was one of Kashmirs own a man who saddled up horses for visitors, offering them rides through the stunning slopes of Baisaran,That day, he had gone to Pahalgam for work as usual, unaware that he wouldnt return home again. When bullets flew, they hit locals and visitors alike. One of them struck Adil, ending a life that had been holding together an entire household. We called his phone when we heard about the firing, said his father, Syed Haider Shah, his voice trembling as he recalled the hours of helpless waiting. It was switched off. Later, it rang once, but nobody answered. We rushed to the police station. Thats where they told us my son had been martyred. Adils family lives in modest conditions no riches, no safety nets. His work as a horse rider was their only income. Now, his wife, children, elderly parents, and relatives are left shattered, not just by grief but by the uncertainty of what comes next. He was our only support, cried his mother, barely able to speak through her tears. He fed us, clothed us, did everything. Now, we have nothing. His uncle, Shaheed Bug Singh, painted a fuller picture: Adil had a young family his wife, his children. He was the eldest son, the backbone of this family. Poor as we are, we could still sleep at night knowing he was there for us. Now we have no one. Relatives and neighbours from the region echoed the same pain, and a shared feeling of betrayal. Adil represented the real Kashmir hardworking, peace-loving, said Mohiddin Shah, a relative. And yet he was gunned down like his life meant nothing. This isnt just a tragedy, its a wound on our Kashmiriyat. The Shah family is now pleading for help financial, emotional, and most of all, judicial. We want justice, his father said. We want answers. Why was an innocent Kashmiri man killed? Who will now take care of his family? Across the nation the reaction is the same: silence, disbelief, and mourning. Entire communities have been left reeling.
Haryana Minister Anil Vij strongly condemned the Pahalgam terror attack, calling it a challenge to New India and assuring a strong response. He highlighted the premeditated nature of the attack, which tragically claimed the life of a Haryana Navy Lieutenant. Vij criticized Rahul Gandhi's remarks, urging political unity during this crisis.
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Navy officer from Karnal killed days after wedding in Pahalgam terror attack
Lieutenant Vinay Narwal, a 26-year-old Indian Navy officer from Karnal, Haryana, was tragically killed in a terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. Narwal had recently married and was on leave, enjoying a short vacation in Kashmir. Defence officials confirmed that the 26-year-old officer, who was posted in Kochi, had travelled to Kashmir for a []
Shot in chest, neck, arm: Family recalls last talk with Navy officer from Haryana killed in Pahalgam
Lieutenant Vinay Narwal, a 26-year-old Indian Navy officer from Karnal, Haryana, tragically lost his life in a terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu & Kashmir. He was honeymooning with his wife, Himanshi, after their recent wedding on April 16. The officer, posted in Kochi, sustained fatal gunshot wounds and was declared dead at the hospital, leaving his family devastated.
Rahul doesnt know how to behave abroad, says Karnataka BJP president BY Vijayendra
GADAG: Congress MP Rahul Gandhi does not have the slightest knowledge as to how to behave abroad so that it does not take away the countrys honor, criticised BJP state president BY Vijayendra, here on Tuesday. He talks about the Indian election process and criticises the Election Commission, which is a constitutional body. This should be spoken about in Parliament, in our country, and not abroad. If the Election Commission cooperated with BJP in Maharashtra, it could have done the same in Telangana (where Congress won), he added. BJP could have come to power in Himachal Pradesh too. When Congress wins in Himachal and Telangana, it is okay, but when it loses in Maharashtra and Haryana, he starts having doubts about the Election Commission, he said. Leading Janakrosh Yatre, he said, I know the pulse of the people as I have visited all parts of Karnataka. We have decided to announce the candidates for the Assembly elections six months in advance to make our organising capacity strong. On the caste census, he said Congress has used it to curb Janakrosh Yatra. Gangavathi MLA G Janardhana Reddy said Chief Minister Siddaramaiah is running a kingdom of demons in Karnataka.
57 clear UPSC exam from Tamil Nadu, 50 backed by Naan Mudhalvan
CHENNAI: Candidates from Tamil Nadu appearing for the Civil Service Examination have done notably better this year as demonstrated by the 2024 results released by the Union Public Service Commission on Tuesday, with at least 57 from the state clearing the exam, compared to the 45 last year. Significantly, 50 out of the 57 availed of the state governments scholarship under the Naan Mudhalvan scheme. Of the 50, 18including the state topper prepared through the governments free residential coaching facility under the scheme. The All India Rank one (AIR 1) was secured by Shakti Dubey from Uttar Pradesh, one among the three women in the top five. Haryanas Harshita Goyal and Maharashtras Dongre Archit Parag placed second and third respectively. This time, five candidates from TN placed in the top 50, with B Sivachandran securing 23rd AIR. Gee Gee A S secured 25th rank in the country and came second in Tamil Nadu, while Subash Karthik, R Monika and Pavitra P from the state secured 29th, 39th and 42nd AIR respectively. TN should aspire to repeat its 2014 performance in future UPSC exams Last year, the state topper had secured 41st AIR and only five from TN placed in the top 100. Although accurate state-wise numbers are still awaited, data compiled by retired IAS officers and coaching centres show that, of the 1,009 successful candidates, at least 57 are from Tamil Nadu. They said the numbers could rise further as some TN candidates have opted to appear for the exam from centres outside the state too. Many who cleared the examination and those from coaching centres attributed the assistance provided by the governments Naan Mudhalvan scheme as a key contributor to the improved results. We have the best results in terms of quality and quantity this year, compared to the past three years, said S Chandru, academic head of the Shankar IAS Academy. Under the scheme, eligible candidates appearing for preliminary Civil Services Examination can avail a scholarship of `7,500 per month for a period of 10 months, and those preparing for the main examination, a scholarship of Rs 25,000. In this years budget, the government announced an additional incentive of Rs 50,000 to those advancing to the interview stage. Naan Mudhalvan officials said the states initiative has started yielding desired results in just one years time. It is a proud moment for us that out of the 200 students who underwent coaching at our (residential) facility in Chennai, 18 have qualified, said Indian Railway Personnel Service (IRPS) officer C Sudhagaran, who is presently the Mission Director of Competitive Exams under the scheme. He said the 200 candidates were selected through an examination. Thereafter, a team worked dedicatedly to help the students to prepare strategically. Besides retired bureaucrats, officers currently in service also provided insights to the students, which played a crucial role in their success, said Sudhagaran. R Monika, who attended the state-provided coaching classes, seconded the opinion. We got guidance from the present batch of IAS, IPS officials with whom we could connect and relate with. Their guidance is the USP of the coaching facility, she said. Chandru noted that many students, after one or two failed attempts in the main exam, were forced to quit due to financial constraints. However, the scholarship and residential facility provided under Naan Mudhalvan has helped many from downtrodden sections of society to continue with their preparation. He recalled that in 2014, 119 of the 1,126 selected candidates were from TN and said the state should aspire to repeat such a performance.
Navy Officer, Married Just 5 Days Ago, Killed In Pahalgam Terror Attack
Lieutenant Vinay Narwal, a 26-year-old Indian Navy officer from Karnal, Haryana, was tragically killed in a terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. Narwal had recently married and was on leave, enjoying a short vacation in Kashmir.
Govts constant endeavour is how to increase farmers income: Shivraj Singh Chouhan
CHANDIGARH, Apr 22: Asserting that agriculture is the backbone of the Indian economy, Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Tuesday said the Centres constant endeavour is how to improve agriculture and increase farmers income. The agriculture sector, along with other related sectors, is going to play a key role to realise Prime Minister Narendra Modis vision of Viksit Bharat (developed India) by 2047, the Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister said at an event in Karnal, Haryana. Our constant endeavour is [] The post Govts constant endeavour is how to increase farmers income: Shivraj Singh Chouhan appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Athletics Federation Cup: National record for Dev Meena; Rupal, Jyothi shine
CHENNAI: Pole vaulter Dev Meena from Madhya Pradesh climbed new heights at the National Federation Senior Athletics Competition here on Tuesday. Clinching the gold after easing past 5.35m, Meena has re-written his own national record of 5.30 set in Dehradun in February this year. However, despite creating a national record, Meena was disappointed for not attaining the Asian Championships qualifying norm, missing it by just 0.16m set by the Athletics Federation of India. I am slightly disappointed that I couldnt make the cut for the championship. But beyond that, I was concerned of a potential injury if I pushed forth and stopped here as my coach suggested, Meena told reporters. Day 2 was also a showdown for quartermilers in both women and men's categories. Rupal Chaudhary of Uttar Pradesh and Vishal T K of Tamil Nadu bagged gold. Rupal clocked 52.55s, while Vishal 46.19s. Dev Meena There was a slight drizzle when the six of the eight finalists in womens 400m breached the 53.80 mark set for Asian meet qualification. Just like her gold in Indian Open last month, Rupal with her quick strides, took the lead from Vithya Ramraj of Tamil Nadu who led in the initial 200m. Keralas Sneha K, finished third. In 400m mens Jay Kumar of Delhi clinched silver and Manu TS of Kerala settled for bronze. National record holder Mohammad Anas Yahiya, who finished first in heats 1 on Monday withdrew before the semi finals of the competition and Amoj Jacob, former Asian champion who was also a favourite did not start in the finals. Amoj pulled out during the final stretch at the Indian Open Athletics held in Chennai last week, while Mohammad Anas did not start in the final. In 110m hurdles men, 2023 champion and national record holder Tejas Shirse of Maharashtra finished first with a timing of 13.65s, while in womens 100m hurdles, national record holder Jyothi Yarraji won gold and secured her spot in the Asian championship touching the finish line at 13.23s. In an intense and long competition, David P of Tamil Nadu won gold in mens long jump pushing defending champion and national record holder Jeswin Aldrin to second spot. The 23-year-old from Salem is making a comeback after a long injury break. In his second competition, David hit the 7.94m in his fourth attempt. I thought I would qualify and also break the meet record in this competition but I couldnt as two of my best jumps over 8 meters were fouls. I will try again in the Indian Grand Prix in Thiruvananthapuram on May 8, he said. Last year was full of injuries and I even had a semi-tendon injury this January, the comeback was only possible because of intense support from my coach Keerthy Thiwari, he added. In womens discus throw, Seema, representing JSW won the gold and qualified for the Asian championship and Nirbhay Singh of Haryana won the gold in mens. Sarvesh Anil Kushare of Maharashtra won the gold in mens high jump, jumping 58.13m. In mens Long Jump, David P of Tamil Nadu won the gold, leaving national record holder Jeswin Aldin in second place. In womens heptathlon, Agasara Nandini of Telangana won the gold with 5813 points. Results: Men: 400m (Asian Q time 45.36s): Vishal TK (TN) 46.19s, Jay Kumar (Del) 46.33s, Manu TS (Ker) 46.39s; pole vault (Asian Q 5.51m): Dev Meena (MP) 5.35m (NR), M Gowtham (TN) 5.15m, Reegan G (TN) 5.10m; Discus (Asian Q 59.63m): Nirbhay Singh (Har) 58.13m, Abhimanyu (JSW) 55.11m, Bhartpreet Singh (Rel) 53.79m; high jump (Asian Q 2.23m): Sarvesh Kushare (Mah) 2.26m, Swadhin Kr Majhi (Odi) 2.14m, Bharath Raj B (Ker) 2.14m; long jump (Asian Q 8.07m): David P (TN) 7:94m, Jeswin Aldrin (Rel) 7.83m, Muhammed Anees (Rel) 7.70m; 110m hurdles (Asian Q 13.56s): Tejas Shirse (Mah) 13.65s, Manav R (Railways) 13.94s, Muhammed Lazan VK (JSW) 14.17s. Women: 400m (Asian Q 53.80s): Rupal Chaudhary (UP) 52.55s, Vithya Ramraj (TN) 52.81s, Sneha K (Ker) 53.00s; 100m hurdles (Asian Q 13.26s) Jyothi Yarraji (Rel) 13.23s, Pragyan Prasanti (Odi) 13.40s, Nithya Ramraj (TN) 13.42s; Discus (Asian Q 54.19m): Seema (JSW) 57.17m, Bhavana Yadav (Del) 52.15m, Priya (Har) 51.36m; Heptathlon: Agasara Nandini (Tel) 5813 points, Pooja (Har) 5401 points, Moumita Mondal (Rel) 5373 points.
34 endangered vultures relocated from Haryana`s Pinjore to Maharashtra
The Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS) announced that the birds are being moved from the Jatayu Conservation Breeding Centre in Pinjore to Maharashtra for their reintroduction into the wild
Heatwave conditions likely over Central, Northern and Eastern India for next five days
NEW DELHI: Heatwave conditions are likely to return to Central and Northern India over the next five days after a brief break due to the arrival of the western disturbance. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) had predicted heatwave conditions from April 21 to 25 in Central India, including Madhya Pradesh, Vidarbha, and Chhattisgarh. Heatwave conditions are expected from April 22 to 26 in southern Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, southern Haryana, and Punjab. During this period, Gangetic West Bengal, western Rajasthan, Bihar, and Jharkhand will also experience heatwave-like conditions. Additionally, Bihar is likely to experience warm nights, and hot and humid conditions are expected to persist in the southern regions of India. As a result, Northwest India will see a gradual increase in maximum temperatures by 2-3 degrees Celsius over the next six days, while Central India and Gujarat are expected to experience a rise of about 2 degrees Celsius over the next three days. Moreover, East India is anticipated to undergo a gradual increase in maximum temperatures of 4-6 degrees Celsius over the next four days. Contrary to this, IMD predicted that a heavy to very heavy rainfall spell would likely continue over Northeast India until 26 April. The IMD observed maximum temperatures in the range of 40 to 44 degrees Celsius at most places in Central, Northern and Eastern India. The regions also experienced a maximum temperature rise by 1-3 degrees Celsius. Meanwhile, the highest maximum temperature of 44.6 degrees Celsius was reported at Chandrapur (Vidarbha) on April 20. In its agromet advisories, the IMD advised Kerala and Northeastern states to make provisions to drain out excess water from standing crop and vegetable fields in view of the prediction of heavy rains. Due to the higher possibility of hailstorms in Himachal Pradesh, IMD has advised the use of hail nets and hail caps to prevent mechanical damage in vegetables fields and orchards. However, in view of the heatwaves and higher temperatures in Central and Northern India, IMD advised light and frequent irrigation to standing crops, vegetables, and orchards in the evenings to protect them from the adverse effects.
The 20 Long-billed and 14 White-rumped vultures housed in individual wooden boxes and loaded into three air-conditioned vehicles departed from Pinjore on Tuesday morning for a 1,500-km long journey by road
Haryana RTE Admission 2025-26 Notification, Application Form at harprathmik.gov.in
Apply for Haryana RTE Admission 2025-26 online via Ujjawal Portal. Check eligibility, dates, and details at harprathmik.gov.in. Official notice by the Haryana Education Department.
HPSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2025 - Apply Online for 2,424 Posts
Haryana Public Service Commission (HPSC) Recruitment Notification 2025 (Advt. 42to67/2024) for filling up 2,424 vacancies in Assistant Professor in Haryana. Candidates with Masters Degree Can Apply Online. HPSC Recruitment 2025 Apply Online Date is 15.03.2025.
HPSC Assistant Professor Admit Card 2025 OUT hpsc.gov.in
Haryana Public Service Commission has officially released the HPSC Assistant Professor Admit Card 2025. Candidates who have applied for the Assistant Professor Exam can now download their admit card from the official website hpsc.gov.in.
HPSC Superintendent Recruitment 2025 - Apply Online for 3 Posts
The Haryana Public Service Commission (HPSC) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 3 Superintendent posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official HPSC website. The last date to submit the application form is 14-05-2025.
Anurag Thakur Bats For One Nation, One Election, Calls It Win-Win Situation For Country
Srinagar, Apr 22: BJP MP Anurag Thakur on Tuesday said the implementation of the one nation, one election formula would be a win-win situation for the country as it would not just cut the expenses incurred in conducting various polls but also save a lot of time. Elections were held in Haryana and Jammu and Kashmir within a few months of the Lok Sabha polls (last year). Then elections were held in Maharashtra, Jharkhand and Delhi. So, there are at [] The post Anurag Thakur Bats For One Nation, One Election, Calls It Win-Win Situation For Country appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Iranian Wrestler lifts Dangal title
Excelsior Sports Correspondent REASI, Apr 21: Mohd. Mirza from Iran claimed the prestigious 43rd International Kundorian Arli (Katra) Annual Dangal Title 2025 by defeating Dharminder of Kohali (Amritsar, Punjab) in the main first malli bout. Mirza was awarded a cash prize of Rs 1, 50,000, while Dharminder, the runner-up, received Rs 1,00,000. In another thrilling first malli bout, Dinesh Gullia from District Jhajjar (Haryana) emerged victorious against Ravi Vehra of Punjab, securing a cash prize of Rs. 1, 25,000, while [] The post Iranian Wrestler lifts Dangal title appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Farmer escapes injury after tractor and reaper catch fire in Jind fields of Haryana.
EPFO adds 7.39 lakh new members in February
Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Gujarat, Haryana, Delhi, Telangana and Uttar Pradesh added more than 5% of the total net payroll during the month
Reliance unit moves SC against Haryanas telecom infrastructure rules, seeks stay on RoW charges
Reliance Projects has approached the Supreme Court, challenging Haryana's municipal and panchayati raj laws regarding telecom network erection and maintenance fees. The company seeks a stay on these provisions, arguing they contradict the Telecommunications (Right of Way) Rules, 2024. While the court sought a response from Haryana, it declined to stay the High Court's judgment upholding the state's legislative competence.
TREVOC Group Announces 200 Cr Investment Plan for Haryana's Tier 2 Cities
With a legacy of over 75 years in business, the Chawla family, the force behind TREVOC Group, has deep-rooted entrepreneurial experience across industries as diverse as electronics, manufacturing and real estate - and is known for building trusted, future-ready ventures.
HPSC Post Graduate Teachers Recruitment 2025 - Apply Online for 1,711 Posts
The Haryana Public Service Commission (HPSC) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 1711 Post Graduate Teachers posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official HPSC website. The last date to submit the application form is 02-05-2025.
TREVOC Group To Invest Rs 200 Crore In Residential Projects In Tier-2 Cities In Haryana
These cities include Sohna, Sonipat, Panipat, Kundli, and Karnal.
Haryana Govt to pay compensation to farmers affected by arson incidents
Haryana's government will compensate farmers for crop and livestock losses due to arson, Chief Minister Saini announced. He also inaugurated a bridge in Panchkula, highlighting the state's rapid development under the current government.
NEW DELHI : Hitting out at BJP MP Nishikant Dubey for his Muslim commissioner barb, former chief election commissioner S Y Quraishi on Monday said he believes in an idea of India where an individual is defined by his contributions, and asserted that for some, religious identities are a staple to forward their hateful politics. Quraishi asserted that India has, is and will always stand up and fight for its constitutional institutions and principles. I served on the constitutional post of Election Commissioner to the best of my ability and had a long and fulfilling career in the IAS. I believe in an idea of India where an individual is defined by his or her talents and contributions and not by their religious identities, Quraishi told PTI. But I guess, for some, religious identities are a staple to forward their hateful politics. India has, is and will always stand up and fight for its constitutional institutions and principles, he said. We are alleged of encroaching upon parliamentary and executive functions: SC Meanwhile, IAS K Mahesh, who is the honourary president of Delhi Administration Officers Academic Forum, backed Quraishi and said he was a phenomenon as both the election commissioner and the chief election commissioner. He held these great assignments with aplomb and distinction and greatly enriched the institution of the Election Commission by introducing a series of reforms. For example, he established a voters' education division, expenditure control division and he also founded the India International Institute of Democracy and Election Management, Mahesh said. Quraishi has held other assignments as a member of the Haryana cadre with great distinction and India is proud to have an IAS officer like him, he said. This has been acknowledged by Dr Gopalkrishna Gandhi, who has the best pedigree in India being the grandson of Mahatma Gandhi and C Rajagopalachari (first Indian governor general) from his father's and mother's side respectively. Mr.Gopalkrishna Gandhi said of Dr. Quraishi that he was 'one of the most remarkable CECs that we have ever had or are likely to have', Mahesh recalled. After causing an uproar with his remarks against the Chief Justice of India, BJP MP Dubey on Sunday had fired a salvo at Quraishi, saying he was not an election commissioner but a Muslim commissioner, after the latter criticised the Waqf (Amendment) Act as a sinister and evil plan of the government to grab Muslim lands. Quraishi was the Chief Election Commissioner of India from July 2010 to June 2012. Dubey's religion barb at the former CEC came a day after his vitriolic attack on the Supreme Court and Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna, blaming him for eligious wars in India, forced the BJP to reject his criticism and distance itself from the controversial remarks. Quraishi had said on X on April 17, Wakf Act is undoubtedly a blatantly sinister evil plan of the govt to grab Muslim lands. I'm sure SC will call it out. Misinformation by the mischievous propaganda machine has done its job well. Reacting to it, Dubey said, You were not an election commissioner, you were a Muslim commissioner. The maximum number of Bangladeshi infiltrators were made voters in Santhal Pargana in Jharkhand during your tenure. Prophet Muhammad's Islam came to India in 712. This land (Waqf) before that belonged to Hindus or tribals, Jains or Buddhists associated with that faith, he said. Dubey said his village Vikramshila was burnt down by Bakhtiyar Khilji in 1189 and that the Vikramshila University gave the world its first vice chancellor in Atish Dipankar. He added, Unite this country, read history. Pakistan was created by dividing it. There will be no partition now. Dubey is a fourth-term Lok Sabha MP from Godda in Jharkhand.
Haryana: Man awarded 5 years jail for snatching friend's mobile
A young man who assaulted his friend and ran away with his mobile phone has been sentenced to five years' imprisonment and a fine of Rs 10,000.
Haryana Board Class 10th And 12th Results 2025: Expected Dates And Other Details
The Haryana Board of School Education will soon announce the results for Class 10 and 12, with students able to check their scores online.
After Australias visa crackdown on Indians, MEA says visa matters are sovereign prerogatives
Australia has launched a visa crackdown on Indians, especially from five states, including Punjab, Haryana, Gujarat, UP and Bihar.
Amputee, nine others swim across Palk Strait
RAMANATHAPURAM: A group of ten swimmers, including two para swimmers, swam across the Palk Strait from Thalaimannar in Sri Lanka to Dhanushkodi in India on April 18. A press release from the district administration said the group included a 8-member relay team comprising athletes and professionals drawn from diverse backgrounds. The swimmers departed from Rameswaram on April 17 after clearing all immigration and customs formalities. The swim commenced around 5.50 am on April 18 from a point 1-2 km Thalaimannar coast (in compliance with ministry guidelines prohibiting direct entry to or from Sri Lankan territory). Para swimmers - Ganesh Balaga from Andhra Pradesh completed the swim in 10 hours 50 minutes. He is the first para swimmer from Andhra Pradesh and Telangana to achieve the feat. The second swimmer Shashruti Vinayak Nakade of Nagpur swam the distance in 11 hours 5 minutes, the first amputee swimmer to achieve the feat. The relay team led by Prasanta Karmakar, completed the swim in 8 hours 30 minutes. The team included Deepak Babulal Karwa, IAS, ADC of Kaithal (Haryana), Abhinav Gopal, IAS, Chief Development Officer, Ghaziabad (Uttar Pradesh), Murigeppa Channannavar, Inspector of Police (Karnataka), Rabin Boldey, Head TT Railway, Sealdah (West Bengal), Aman Shanbag, 3rd year Medical Student (Karnataka), Rajbir, Para Swimmer (Haryana) and Ishant Singh, National Athlete (Haryana). they were welcomed by officers from Customs, and Immigration department and other dignitaries at Dhanushkodi. The swim was officially observed by the Swimming Federation of India. The relay team plans to cross the English Channel in June, the release added.
The weather forecast department has issued a 'yellow' alert for several regions, warning of impending heatwave conditions. Isolated areas in south Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh may experience heatwaves from April 22-24, while Rajasthan and Haryana are expected to face similar conditions.
State govt commitment to farmers welfare: Haryana CM Saini
ISRO satellites forecast wheat production
The eight major wheat-growing states are Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, Bihar, Gujarat and Maharashtra
A sensational Rs 400 crore scam involving the Ayushman Bharat and Himcare health insurance schemes has rocked the healthcare and law enforcement systems across Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, and Chandigarh.
Climate experts seek 'right to cool', heat protection for informal sector workers during summer
In its seasonal outlook, the IMD warned that the number of heatwave days this summer might be significantly higher than usual, especially over Rajasthan, Gujarat, Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh and western Madhya Pradesh.
Haryana, UP, Bengal likely to see rain, thunderstorms today; heatwave to persist in MP, Maharashtra
North India braces for light to moderate rainfall, thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds, with potential hailstorms in Uttarakhand. Similar stormy conditions are anticipated in eastern regions and Jammu & Kashmir. Meanwhile, heatwave conditions are expected in Madhya Pradesh, with hot and humid weather in parts of central Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu.
DMK Government tapping phone calls of BJP leaders, claims TN BJP president Nagenthran
COIMBATORE: Tamil Nadu BJP president Nainar Nagenthran on Saturday accused the DMK government of tapping the phone calls of BJP leaders, including his. What is the conversation between us and who are we talking to? These are being monitored. BJP party cadres should remain cautious while taking calls, especially since Home Minister Amit Shah recently visited Chennai, revamped the party and announced the alliance within a day, Nagenthran said, adding, No one will defeat us if our booth committee becomes strong. Nagenthran was addressing party cadres at a marriage hall in Kalapatti in the city on Saturday evening, during his first visit to Coimbatore after taking charge as the BJPs state president. As BJPs state president, I have to protect our party cadres from the DMK. There is anti-incumbency in Tamil Nadu, and I will clearly say that the DMK will be ousted from power after the 2026 Assembly elections. The Wherever Shah visits, the BJP party will rule. This was evident in Haryana, Delhi and Maharashtra. Now, he visited Tamil Nadu and will bring the NDA alliance rule to the state. Further, Nagenthran said, If the DMK comes to power again, we will not be able to protect ourselves. We have to protect our Sanathan Dharma and Vedas. From today, we have to take a pledge and strengthen our booth committee, the BJP leader added. He also appealed to party cadres not to worry about the alliance as well as the seats. Do not post information related to seat sharing on your social media handles. The decision about the seats will be decided by the BJP party high command, including Shah. He also appealed to the cadres to travel with AIADMK cadres and leaders. AIADMK leaders Agri Krishnamoorthy, along with his cadres in Tiruvannamalai, and SP Velumani, along with his party cadres in Coimbatore met Nagenthran. Further, he said he is maintaining a silence as per Shahs directives. Shah said he will be visiting the state frequently, and will be taking care of party-related activities. However, our duty is to strengthen the party at booth level, he added. Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting and Parliamentary Affairs L Murugan, while speaking at the meeting, said the DMK party is going to witness its mega defeat in 2026. Addressing press persons in Namakkal, Murugan said, The DMK is playing a twin role as far as NEET is concerned. When the exam was first tabled, the DMK had a minister of state in the health department. Why did they not oppose it then? he asked. Coimbatore South MLA Vanathi Srinivasan appealed to the cadres to work hard and double the MLA's strength in the Assembly.
Despite record 23 summits, Reena Bhatti still awaits recognition from Haryana government
Reena Bhatti, dubbed 'Himputri,' a daughter of a tractor mechanic, is seeking government recognition after setting national mountaineering records. She completed the Everest-Lhotse expedition in a record 20.5 hours, becoming the fastest Indian female mountaineer. Bhatti also scaled Mount Elbrus from both sides in 24 hours and conquered Peak Lenin.
Rajasthan CM to review progress of Yamuna water at Pilani on Apr 21
Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma will assess Yamuna water progress in Pilani before a joint meeting with Haryana. The states aim to finalize a project report to bring allocated Yamuna water to Rajasthan, resolving a decades-long deadlock. This initiative seeks to supply drinking water to Sikar, Jhunjhunu, and Churu districts via underground pipelines.
Karnataka vs Haryana, Elite Group C, Thu, Jan 30, Ranji Trophy Elite 2024-25 - Cricbuzz.com
Karnataka vs Haryana, Elite Group C, Thu, Jan 30, Ranji Trophy Elite 2024-25 Cricbuzz.com
Haryana police arrest man accused of sexually assaulting air hostess in Gurugram hospital ICU
CHANDIGARH: Haryana Police arrested a 25-year-old Bihar man who allegedly sexually assaulted a 46-year-old air hostess, while she was on a ventilator support in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) at Medanta Hospital in Gurugram. The accused, Deepak, is a native of Badhauli village in Muzaffarpur district in Bihar and was working as a technician in Medanta Hospital for the last five months. He was identified and arrested after examining the footage from 800 CCTV cameras, interrogating the hospital staff and investigating various facts. In the preliminary interrogation the alleged accused told the police that he is unmarried and addicted to watching porn videos. After doing B.Sc OTT (Bachelor of Science in Operation Theatre Technology) from SGT University, he joined Medanta Hospital. The 46-year-old air hostess had said that two nurses were present in the room but did nothing to stop the incident. On April 5, she was admitted to the hospital and was later discharged on April 13 (Sunday). After being discharged from the hospital, the air hostess told her husband about the incident and lodged a complaint with the police. A case was registered under section 64 (rape), 68 (sexual intercourse by a person in authority) of the BNS at Sadar Police station. In her complaint, she stated that on April 6, she was on a ventilator when some hospital staff sexually assaulted her. It is learnt that she was admitted to the Ayushman Hospital after a near-drowning at the five-star hotel where she was staying on the morning of April 5. Later that night she was shifted to Medanta, where she was placed on ventilator support. The victim had stated she was unable to defend herself due to her compromised physical condition and claimed that two nurses witnessed the incident but failed to intervene. On Thursday, Gurugram Police Commissioner, Vikas Kumar Arora, had formed a special investigation team (SIT) led by Deputy Commissioner of Police (Headquarters) Dr Arpit Jain, and the SIT arrested the accused today. Dr Arpit Jain, Deputy Commissioner of Police (Headquarters) and head of the Special Investigation Team (SIT) said, The SIT was formed into the matter yesterday, and the SIT visited the hospital. More than 50 employees of the hospital and some doctors were questioned and more than 800 CCTV were examined. After multiple analyses on a micro level, with the help of human and technical intelligence, we finally identified the accused and arrested him today from the Sadar police station area. The accused confessed to the crime. The spokesperson of Gurugram police said that the accused will be produced before the court tomorrow for further action by the police team. A further probe is underway. In a statement, the hospital stated, We have been informed that the police have identified a suspect who has been taken into custody in connection with the ongoing investigation concerning allegations of sexual assault on a patient. On the basis of information provided to us by the police, we have suspended the suspect employee.
RGIPT engineering student jumps to death from hostel rooftop in Amethi
LUCKNOW: A third-year B.Tech student of Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Petroleum Technology (RGIPT) in Jais city in Amethi district allegedly committed suicide by jumping from the rooftop of his hostel building in the wee hours on Friday. RGIPT is a centrally funded Institute of National Importance (INI) under the Union Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MoPNG). As per the local sources, student Abhinav Anand, hailing from Patna in Bihar, was rushed to Rae Bareli district hospital, where the doctors declared him dead upon arrival. The sources claimed that the student came from a humble background and had lost his father early. He is survived by his mother, who is a teacher in a government school and his sister. The sources said that the deceased took the extreme step under severe academic and financial stress. He could not bear the pressure allegedly mounted on him by the college administration for fee submission a fortnight back. Moreover, serious issues cropped up when the college administration allegedly tried to conceal the true identity of the student in the hospital. He was allegedly registered in the hospital as one hailing from Haryana instead of Bihar. Not only this, but also the college administration allegedly left the student in the hospital and left. Initially, the college administration claimed that the student died after falling from the window of the hostel, but they have yet to release an official statement on the incident. On getting the information about the incident, Tiloi SDM Amit Singh, CO Ajai Singh and Jais Kotwali in-charge Sashatrajeet Prasad reached the college with a police team for investigation. The body of the student is kept in the hospital mortuary, and an autopsy would reveal the exact reason for death. The sister of the deceased had already reached Amethi. CO Ajai Singh said that the field unit and the police team had collected all the evidence from the college premises. College administration has been asked to provide the CCTV footage, he added. Some of the college sources revealed that the college administration was allegedly trying to hush up the case by claiming the deceased to be mentally unstable and involved in substance abuse. However, despite repeated attempts, the college authorities remained incommunicado. Meanwhile, the students at RGIPT have a number of issues regarding placement, which, they claim, has been extremely low this year, especially that of the students of Computer Science and Engineering (CSE), Electronics and those belonging to the stream of Mathematics and Computing. The fact is corroborated by the institutes own records. The students allege that the supine attitude of the Training and Placement cell of the Institute has left them demotivated. (If you are having suicidal thoughts, or are worried about a friend or need emotional support, someone is always there to listen. Call Sneha Foundation - 04424640050, Tele Manas - 14416 (available 24x7) or iCall, the Tata Institute of Social Sciences' helpline - 02225521111, which is available Monday to Saturday from 8 am to 10 pm.)
Sharp rise in land value will naturally prompt probe: BJP MP on Robert Vadra
BJP leader Arun Singh stated that Robert Vadra is under investigation due to a significant increase in the value of land transactions. Vadra is being probed in connection to a 2008 Haryana land deal, where his company purchased land for Rs 7.5 crore and sold it for Rs 58 crore.
Fire breaks out in hardware shop basement in Haryana
A significant fire erupted early Friday morning in a hardware and electric shop near Bhoja Wali Mandir in Bhiwani, Haryana. The blaze, believed to have originated in the basement due to combusting batteries, prompted a swift response from the fire department around 5:30 a.m.
Ravina Rao has been arrested and sent to judicial custody while her lover, Suresh, is still on the run.
Haryana: Fire breaks out in hardware shop basement in Bhiwani
A major fire broke out early Friday morning in the basement of a hardware and electric shop near Bhoja Wali Mandir in Bhiwani, Haryana. Firefighters faced challenges due to thick smoke and burning batteries stored in the basement. No casualties have been reported so far
Haryana Panchayat Samiti Recruitment 2025 - Apply Offline for Clerk, Assistant and Other Posts
TheHaryana Panchayat Samiti has released an official notification for the recruitment of 03 Clerk, Assistant and Other posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Offline through the official Haryana Panchayat Samiti website. The last date to submit the application form is 19-04-2025.
Patna Diary | Nitish eyes another term as Bihar chief minister?
Opposition leaders have dismissed Bihar CM Nitish Kumar as a physically retired and mentally tired man ahead of the state Assembly polls. And his Haryana counterpart, Nayab Singh Saini, has publicly expressed that the BJP will win the elections in the eastern state under the leadership of Samrat Choudhary. But it seems like Nitish is not quite done with politics yet. Members of the JD(U) have put up a poster outside their office in the state capital asserting that he would hold on to the top post in the state till 2030. The poster boldly declares, 25 se 30, phir se Nitish. It remains to be seen if the Nitish magic does the trick this time. Tejashwi going the Didi way with anti-Waqf jab? RJD firebrand Tejashwi Yadav recently added to the growing heap of voices against the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, vowing that the law would be discarded in the dustbin if his party came to power in Bihar. Union Minister and BJP veteran Giriraj Singh reacted sharply to Yadavs remarks, saying, Does Tejashwi want to turn Bihar into Bengal? Singh took a serious note of the recent episodes of violence that broke out during anti-Waqf protests in Murshidabad and warned the RJD heavyweight against leading Bihar down the same path as West Bengal. People of Bihar do not want to turn the state into Bengal under the RJD, he stressed. NDA to play up benefits of double-engine govt With Bihar set to go to polls later this year, leaders of the BJP-JD(U) alliance have decided to focus on spreading awareness among the masses about how the state has benefitted from the double-engine government. Leaders of the bloc plan to hold public events to dwell on how Bihars economy has progressed under the NDA rule and how the Centre has raised the budgetary allocation to the state in the previous two financial years. Further, development projects such as the Janki Path, the Greenfield Corridor and new airports will be high on the agenda of topics to be discussed by the NDA leaders during public meetings. Ramashankar Our correspondent in Bihar ramashankar@newindianexpress.com
22-Year-Old Haryana Woman Raped By Two Men: Cops
A 22-year-old woman was allegedly raped by two men, who reportedly used lack magic to trap her in their plan, before committing the crime in the Ballabhgarh area in this Haryana district, police said on Thursday.
Haryana mountaineer seeks better job, higher cash reward
Protection for Haryana runaway couples: HC slams delay in police action
Robert Vadra questioned by ED for third straight day
Robert Vadra, husband of Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, faced a third day of questioning by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) regarding the Shikohpur land deal in Haryana. The ED's probe, spurred by new information from Haryana Police, focuses on alleged money laundering. Vadra claims the agency is repeating old questions.
ED questioned businessman Robert Vadra for nearly six hours in connection with an alleged money-laundering case linked to a 2008 land deal in Haryanas Manesar-Shikohpur
Experts link Buldhana patients nail deformities, hair loss cases to seleniumexposure
Health experts had said that the wheat sourced from Punjab and Haryana, and distributed through ration shops in Buldhana, were noted to contain significantly high levels of selenium
Haryana Cong functionaries protest chargesheet against Gandhis, detained
Probe Agency Records Robert Vadra's Statement For 6 Hours In Haryana Land Deal Case
ED recorded the statement of Robert Vadra, the businessman brother-in-law of Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, for about 6 hours on the 3rd consecutive day on Thursday in a 2008 Haryana land deal-linked money laundering case.
Poster war erupts in Bihar as RJD-Congress, NDA ahead of assembly elections
PATNA: A poster war has erupted between the opposition RJD-Congress-led Mahagathbandhan (Grand Alliance) and the BJP-JD(U)-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) in Bihar, as the state braces for a fierce electoral battle in the next six months. While JD(U) posters claimed that Nitish Kumar would continue as Bihar's chief minister until 2030, Youth Congress posters countered by stating that Nitish would no longer hold the position after the upcoming assembly polls later this year. In a fresh poster erected outside its office, JD(U) said, 25 se 30, phir se Nitish (Nitish again from 2025 to 2030). JD(U) leaders said that Nitish would lead the NDA in the upcoming assembly elections and also serve as chief minister for the next term. The posters further claimed that the 'Nitish magic' remains intact in poll-bound Bihar. On Thursday, Union Minister of State for Home Nityanand Rai also reaffirmed that Nitish would be the CM face of the NDA in the upcoming elections and would remain as CM even after the 2025 polls. The controversy over Nitish Kumar's position as the CM face of the NDA erupted after Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini claimed that the BJP would win the Bihar assembly elections under the leadership of Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary. Sainis remarks came when Choudhary was present at the event held in New Delhi. Later Choudhary and other senior leaders of BJP clarified that there was no confusion about Nitish serving as CM for the next term. On the other hand, Youth Congress erected posters at different locations in the state capital said that Nitish uncle would no longer remain chief minister after the 2025 assembly elections. Dekh liya hai 20 saal, nahi challenge chacha Nitish (have seen 20 years, Nitish will not serve now), posters read.
SAD announces candidate for Ludhiana (west) bypoll
SAD announced that Parupkar Singh Ghumman, he was a former president of the Ludhiana Bar Association and also served as a member of the Punjab and Haryana Bar Council
