War of words in Haryana: CM Saini pitches prosperity, Congress alleges rising crime, debt
The Chief Minister said that while Congress leaders frequently claimed to have made Haryana a leading State during their tenure, the reality was that the State had emerged as number one in corruption, nepotism, fear, favouritism and regional discrimination under Congress rule
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SabarmatiJammu Tawi Express extended to Katra from Oct 18; three new halts approved
Jammu, Oct 17: The Ministry of Railways has approved the extension of Sabarmati BGJammu Tawi Express to Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra, with the extended service commencing from Sabarmati on October 18 and from Katra on October 20, an official said on Saturday. The extension will add another train service to Katra, the base camp for pilgrims visiting the Mata Vaishno Devi shrine, and provide an additional travel option for passengers from Gujarat, Rajasthan, Haryana and Punjab along the route, a Northern Railway Jammu Division spokesperson said. He said the railways has also approved additional halts for the train at Samba, Bari Brahmana and Martyr Captain Tushar Mahajan railway stations in the Jammu region. The new stoppages are expected to benefit local residents, students, traders, industrial workers and military personnel, particularly those associated with the Bari Brahmana industrial area, the spokesman said. He said the daily service will connect Katra with Sabarmati and major stations along the route, including Bathinda, Firozpur, Jalandhar and Pathankot. The extension is expected to support religious tourism, facilitate passenger movement and provide a boost to trade and employment in the region. As per the announced schedule, train number 19223 will depart from Sabarmati at 10:25 am and reach Jammu Tawi at 3:35 pm on the second day, before arriving at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra at 6:55 pm. On the return journey, train number 19224 will depart from Katra at 4:50 am and reach Jammu Tawi at 7:40 am.
Fenesta Open: Khushi Kadian completes hat-trick by winning U-16 and U-14 singles titles
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 17 (IANS) A day after winning the U-16 doubles title, Haryanas Khushi Kadian completed a hat-trick at the 31st Fenesta Open National Tennis Championship on Saturday by winning the Girls' U-16 and U-16 singles titles to cap an extraordinary week at the DLTA Complex in the Capital. Kadian began the day with a hard-fought 7-6 (7-3), 7-5 win over Ranjhana Sangram in the U-16 singles final before returning to the court later in the afternoon to defeat second seed Siddhi Pandey 6-3, 6-2 in the U-14 singles final in one hour and 16 minutes. It is very important to me, and I feel really great about winning these titles, Kadian said after her second match of the day. The whole week has been very great for me, playing 15 matches in a row in one week. This was a test for me, and thankfully I have passed this test quite successfully. I am very happy that my hard work has paid off. This is the biggest tournament we have, and I wanted to win this tournament at least once in my career. Kadian credited her parents and coaching team for their constant support and encouragement. The triumph also helped her overcome painful memories from an earlier edition of the Nationals. I want to be an inspiration, she added. My mother and my father, they keep me motivated, and especially my coaches. They all keep supporting me. I'm so happy that they are there for me and clapping for every point and motivating me. A few years back, in the Under-12 nationals, I got injured badly, and I wanted to win those nationals but couldnt. So, I really wanted to win the Nationals this time, and I'm very happy about it. Chandigarhs Ribhav Saroha also completed a memorable double, adding the Boys U-16 singles title to the U-18 crown he won last weekend. The top seed defeated unseeded Yashwin Dahiya 6-2, 6-3 in the final in one hour and 32 minutes. It feels great, to be honest. It's a really special feeling for me, Saroha said. This is the National tournament of India, which is really prestigious to me, and I feel really great. I'm really grateful to the people who have supported me in this success. Saroha said winning the U-18 title was particularly special because he had to compete against older players. Winning the Under-18 title for me is really special. Competing against players who are older than me, it's really great to compete with them and to win the Under-18s; it's been really special. Saket Jain, Executive Director and Business Head of Fenesta Building Systems, Indian hockey player and 2026 Asian Games gold medallist Jyoti Rumavat, and Asian Games shooting silver medallist Niraj Kumar graced the occasion as chief guests and were present for the prize distribution ceremony. Meanwhile, Karnatakas Puneeth Manohar completed a double in the Boys' U-14 category, adding the singles title to the doubles crown he won on Friday. The second seed defeated fifth seed S. Chintagunta 6-3, 6-2 in the final in one hour and 28 minutes. I am very happy that I won the tournament, Manohar said after the match. The score was 6-3, 6-2, but it was a good fight from my opponent, and I am happy that I got the win. Now that I am done with the U-14, I will be focusing more on the U-18 World Tennis Tour. Results (all finals): Boys' U-16 Singles: Ribhav Saroha [1] def. Yashwin Dahiya 6-2, 6-3 Girls' U-16 Singles: Khushi Kadian [14] def. Ranjhana Sangram 7-6 (7-3), 7-5 Boys' U-14 Singles: Puneeth Manohar [2] def. S Chintagunta [5] 6-3, 6-2 Girls' U-14 Singles: Khushi Kadian [5] def. Sidhhi Pandey [2] 6-3, 6-2
Haryana: Farmers block highway at Ambala over paddy-procurement restrictions
Farmers organized a protest on the Ambala-Hisar highway regarding paddy procurement issues on Saturday. They demanded an increase in the procurement limit from 26.26 quintals to 32 quintals per acre. Farmers also requested expedited verification of their crops through the required online portal, which affects their sales. Police diverted traffic as farmers maintained their blockade to voice these concerns.
BSEH Haryana Open School: Registration Deadline Extended, Check Class 9 To 12 Schedule
BSEH has extended Haryana Open School March 2027 registration until October 31 and announced the Class 9 to 12 enrolment schedule for 2026-27, including fees and correction dates.
Delhi court issues bailable warrants against Dhruv Rathee in 2018 case
A Delhi court on Saturday issued bailable warrants against YouTuber Dhruv Rathee in a 2018 defamation case filed by a BJP IT Cell member after a process server reported that his house was locked while attempting to serve a summons notice. Judicial Magistrate Rahul Jain issued the warrants in the case filed by Vikas Pandey, who accused Rathee of defamation over a video uploaded on his YouTube channel. The detailed order is awaited. The court has listed the matter for further proceedings on October 31. The development comes days after the court issued fresh summons to Rathee on October 12, noting that the complainant had been trying to serve him for several years. In the order, the court directed that fresh summons be issued to Rathee at his residence in Gurugram, Haryana. Appearing for Pandey, Advocate Samaksh Sharma had submitted that Rathee ordinarily resides in Austria and had come to India for the Cockroach Janata Party's protests in Delhi. The court noted that Rathee was init
HPSC HCS Final Result 2026 Out - Check Interview Marks and Merit List PDF
HPSC HCS Final Result 2026 are available for the Haryana Civil Services (Executive Branch) and Allied Services Examination under Advertisement No. 22/2026. The Mains result was released on 17 September, followed by interview marks for 316 candidates on 8 October and an additional marks notice on 15 October 2026. Candidates can download official marks PDFs, check roll numbers, written and interview scores, and follow the latest final merit list and selection updates here.
Haryana Hurricanes Triumph Over Punjab Aeroskikers in Volleyball Champions League Opener
Haryana Hurricanes and Ayodhya Garjan secure victories in the Volleyball Champions League, showcasing strong performances in their opening matches. Haryana Hurricanes Triumph Over Punjab Aeroskikers in Volleyball Champions League Opener
Police visit mosques, ask people to avoid going to Jantar Mantar
Holding centres set up in all districts for protesters detained en route; women police personnel from U.P., Haryana called in to handle female demonstrators; shops in C.P., Chandni Chowk, Karol Bagh to remain shut today; schools, colleges go online
No trouble from stubble this time? Just eight farm fires in Haryana so far
Haryana trade body threatens shutdown over extortion demands
2 months to deadline, Haryana discom yet to remove 2k defunct poles
Haryana discom tells Gurgaon condo to separate power, upkeep charges
Retail to warehouse, Haryana govt signs Rs 4,000 cr deals in Stockholm
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Nuh Encounter: Criminal With 70 Cases Identified
Nuh Police have revealed that Shahid alias Advani, a wanted criminal killed in a recent encounter near Sohna, had 70 cases registered against him across Haryana, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh. The cases include serious charges like murder, rape, kidnapping, and robbery. Police are now thoroughly reviewing his extensive criminal history.
Haryana signs Rs 4,000cr LoIs with Swedish firms
Haryanas Former CM Blames BJP for Farmers Struggles Amid Procurement Failures
Former Haryana CM Bhupinder Hooda criticizes the BJP government for failing to expedite rice and millet procurement, impacting farmers adversely. Haryanas Former CM Blames BJP for Farmers Struggles Amid Procurement Failures
Records Tumble At Indian Open U23 Athletics Meet
Maharashtra's Rushiprasad Desai set a new men's 100m meet record, while Priya from Haryana broke the women's discus throw record at the Indian Open U23 Athletics Competition 2026 in Jaipur. Dev Kumar Meena also bettered his own pole vault record, and Unnathi Bollanda equalled the women's 100m meet record on the opening day.
Khushi eyes triple crown after doubles triumph at Fenesta Open
Haryana's Khushi Kadian, partnering with Tamil Nadu's Sanmitha Harini, secured the girls U-16 doubles title at the Fenesta Open National Tennis Championship. Kadian, 13, also advanced to the singles finals in both the U-16 and U-14 categories, setting herself up for a potential triple triumph. Chandigarh's Ribhav Saroha also reached the Boys U-16 singles final, aiming for a double.
On October 17, regions across India will brace for heavy rainfall and thunderstorms. While Delhi can expect partly cloudy skies and a rise in temperatures post-rain, Himachal Pradesh might enjoy glimpses of sunshine interspersed with isolated afternoon showers. Meanwhile, Haryana is forecasted to have predominantly sunny weather but may see thunderstorms develop intermittently.
National Hockey: UP, MP Win 3-2 In Pool Matches
Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh secured narrow 3-2 victories in their respective pool matches in Division A of the senior men's national hockey championship on Friday. Uttar Pradesh overcame a two-goal deficit against Hockey Karnataka, while Madhya Pradesh held off Maharashtra. Other matches saw Haryana defeat Manipur Hockey and Hockey Punjab beat Hockey Unit of Tamil Nadu.
Haryana Congress Issues Show-Cause Notices to Parag Sharma and Gajna Lamba Over Indiscipline
ED searches 29 premises across six cities in share investment fraud case
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 16 (IANS) The ED on Friday conducted searches at 29 offices and residential properties across Mumbai, Ahmedabad and four other cities, seizing digital devices in an investment fraud linked to manipulation of share prices of two listed companies, an official statement said. During the search operations, various incriminating documents, digital devices, records of share transactions, and property documents were seized, the ED statement said. The Directorate of Enforcement (ED), Mumbai Zonal Office-I, conducted the search operations at 29 premises across six cities, including Mumbai, Nashik, Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar, Surat and Bhavnagar, under the provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002, it said. The matter is related to the manipulation of the shares of listed companies, including R M Drip and Sprinklers Systems and R&B Denims Ltd, said the ED. The premises searched include the offices of the two companies, the residences of their promoters, of persons to whom shares were allotted at low prices, offices of stock-broking and finance firms, and premises of persons suspected to have operated the promotional WhatsApp groups, the ED said. The ED investigation revealed that between April 2023 and March 2024, the two companies issued over 3.5 crore shares and convertible warrants to selected persons and entities. A large part of the money paid for these shares came from a small circle of connected persons, firms and lenders. Over the following months, the share prices were steadily pushed up, while the shares largely stayed in the same hands, it said. The investigation also revealed that from the end of December 2025 to February 2026, WhatsApp communities with names such as Multibagger Stocks sent daily uy tips on these shares to gullible retail investors. These groups were run on SIM cards obtained in the names of other persons in Haryana and Mumbai, but operated from Bhavnagar, Gujarat, it said. Lured by the tips, the number of buyers in the two shares rose from about 3,400 to over 1 lakh. On February 25, 2026, the WhatsApp groups were suddenly deleted. Both shares fell to the lower circuit and lost about 70 per cent of their value within days, leaving more than one lakh small investors with heavy losses and shares that could not be sold, the ED said.
Piccadily Agro gets CRISIL A+ rating as FY26 profit rises to 138 crore
The Haryana-based distiller reported higher income, stronger operating margins and growing international reach as premium spirits gained a larger revenue share.
Punjab Minister Sanjeev Aroras Bail Plea Denied in Money Laundering Case
The Punjab and Haryana High Court has rejected Sanjeev Aroras bail plea in a money laundering case linked to alleged GST fraud. Punjab Minister Sanjeev Aroras Bail Plea Denied in Money Laundering Case
Prime accused arrested in Atar Singh Bhadana murder case
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Oct 16 (IANS) In a major development in the murder case of former MLA Atar Singh Bhadana, the police have arrested the prime accused, Mukesh alias Mukesh Fauji, in Rajasthan's Bharatpur district. He had been absconding since the murder, prompting police teams to conduct raids at the homes of his family members and relatives. Following his arrest, Mukesh Fauji was brought to the Weir police station, where Superintendent of Police Rajesh Meena interrogated him late at night. Investigators are seeking details about the sequence of events leading to the murder, the alleged roles of other suspects and the circumstances surrounding the incident. The administration had also served a notice regarding the proposed demolition of the accuseds house while he remained on the run. Further action will depend on the applicable legal and administrative process. Five other accused in the case have already been arrested. Mukesh Fauji had reportedly been leading a protest for the past two years, demanding the closure of a mining lease. His name has also figured in cases filed by Bhadana's widow. Police are examining his alleged role as part of the ongoing investigation. Investigators have also been examining inflammatory posts circulated on social media in recent days concerning a leased pathway. The posts, featuring both men and women, reportedly went viral before the incident. According to the investigation, a minor dispute occurred on October 7. On the day of the incident, protesters were removed from the demonstration site. Police have also received information suggesting that security personnel associated with Atar Singh Bhadana allegedly aggravated tensions through videos. Some of these personnel are reportedly from the Dholpur region. Police teams are examining the videos and other material to establish the sequence of events and determine the roles of those involved. The five arrested accused -- Bhagmal, Soni, Sher Singh, Baldev and Kunwar Singh -- were produced before Judicial Magistrate Suvihay Hafiz Siddiqui. The police had sought three days of police custody for questioning. However, the court granted a two-day police remand for all five accused. During the search for Mukesh Fauji, police teams raided several locations, including the homes of his relatives. Investigators suspected that he might be hiding in neighbouring villages or in the Bayana region, where residents of Bhaunda village have family connections. The rugged, hilly terrain of the Dang region also complicated the search. According to police sources, the accused managed to evade arrest at some locations before police teams arrived. Teams were additionally dispatched to Haryana and Uttar Pradesh amid suspicions that the prime accused might have fled to either state. With Mukesh Faujis arrest, investigators are expected to intensify questioning to establish the circumstances of the murder and identify the roles of other suspects in the case.
Sudha Yadav takes oath as Karnataka Governor at Raj Bhavan in Bengaluru
Newly appointed Karnataka Governor Sudha Yadav on Friday took the oath of office at Raj Bhavan in Bengaluru in the presence of Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar and other dignitaries. Karnataka High Court Chief Justice Vibhu Bakhru administered the oath of office and secrecy. She was appointed Karnataka Governor by President Droupadi Murmu after the completion of the tenure of outgoing Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot. Yadav is a former Lok Sabha MP from Mahendragarh in Haryana and a member of the BJP Parliamentary Board. She holds an MSc and a PhD in Chemistry from IIT Roorkee and served as a member of the National Commission for Backward Classes from 2019 to 2022. A prominent OBC leader from Haryana, Yadav entered electoral politics following the death of her husband, Sukhbir Singh Yadav, a BSF Deputy Commandant who was martyred during the Kargil War. She subsequently represented Mahendragarh in the Lok Sabha and held various organisational responsibilities within the BJP. Earlier o...
Sonipats golden harvest: How Haryana city became Indias medal factory
Logitech Announces Manufacturing Products in India, Calls it a Strategically Important Market
Logitech has just announced that it has started making some of its products in India. The company, according to a press release, has begun manufacturing in Manesar, Haryana, as it looks to meet demand in India faster. However, Logitech has not
DJMC IUST organises national-level Film Festival 2026
Awantipora, Oct 15: The Department of Journalism and Mass Communication (DJMC), Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), organised the national-level Film Festival 2026 on Thursday. The festival brought together aspiring filmmakers and students from diverse educational institutions to celebrate cinema and creative storytelling. As many as 27 short films and documentaries were screened on the occasion, of which 22 were shortlisted for the competition among school, college and university students participating from various states of India. A film from IUST titled Deception by Afnan Manzoor bagged the best film award, Compulsion from Amar Singh College received second film award, Bindiya from Central University of Haryana received third best film award, while DJMC IUSTs Lemonade received the special Jury-mention award. Prof. Shahid Rasool, Dean Academic Affairs, Central University of Kashmir, Bollywood actor-director Mir Sarwar and filmmaker and Founder, Renzu Films, Danish Renzu were the jury members for the competition. In his presidential address, Prof. Shakil Ahmad Romshoo, Vice Chancellor, IUST, underlined the importance of film making and storytelling through cinema to promote skilful creativity among students and institutions. He stressed that inherent creativity is often stifled by the conventional education system. However, universities are now building ecosystems for innovation and entrepreneurship while keeping in view the ethical use of technology and media, said Prof. Romshoo, who was the chief guest on the occasion. Dean Academic Affairs, IUST, Prof. Sheikh Ajaz Bashir, and Dean School of Humanities and Social Sciences, IUST, Dr. Afroz Ahmad Bisati joined as the guests of honour. Earlier, welcoming the guests and participants, Dr. Rabia Noor, Head, DJMC, stressed that media education must extend beyond the classrooms and textbooks, adding that the Film Festival 2026 is one such initiative, designed to provide a platform to emerging filmmakers to showcase their talent, and learn from experienced practitioners of the art and craft of filmmaking. Meanwhile, a special edition of Times Echo, IUST news magazine, titled IUST@2047: Special Edition on Institutional Development Plans was unveiled on the occasion. The edition brings together the IDPs of various departments, centres and offices of IUST, reflecting their roadmap for growth towards a developed India by 2047. The participating institutions included DJMC IUST, Government College for Women M.A. Road, GDC Anantnag, Amar Singh College, Green Valley Educational Institute, Heritage School Jammu, SRM Welkin School Sopore, Media Education Research Centre, University of Kashmir, Central University of Haryana, Central University of Punjab, and Government Medical College and Hospital, Chandigarh and Government College for Women, Jammu, among others. Besides, five other films produced by DJMC IUST were screened on the occasion. The screening was followed by a post-film panel discussion of jury members, moderated by Dr. Haifaa Mohammad Ahsan, Assistant Professor, DJMC, IUST. Formal vote of thanks addresses were presented by Dr. Ruheela Hassan, Dean Outreach and Dr. Sayar Ahmad Mir, Assistant Professor, DJMC, IUST. Dean of Students, Dr. Monisa Qadiri, Dean Research Dr. Aabid Shalla, Finance Officer, Sameer Wazir, CEO CIED-IUST, Prof. Parvaiz Mir, Coordinator Community Radio Station, Dr. Mujeeb Liyakat, among other University officials, were also present on the occasion.
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Panchkula Police Bust ATM Fraud Gang, Recover 70 Cards
Panchkula police have busted a cyber-fraud gang, arresting two individuals, Manoj Kumar and Anil, for allegedly targeting elderly and less-educated people. The accused tricked victims into revealing ATM PINs, swapped their cards, and withdrew money. Police recovered 70 ATM cards, a POS machine, and mobile phones, with further investigation underway to identify other gang members and affected ATMs in Haryana and Delhi.
How Sonipat Turned Farmland, Akharas And Sacrifice Into 13 Asian Games Gold Medals
Sonipat emerged as a major contributor to Indias gold medal tally at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games in Japan, with athletes from the district winning 13 gold medals across hockey, archery, kabaddi, athletics and wrestling. Their success reflects family sacrifices, village sporting traditions, affordable coaching and institutions such as the Sports Authority of India centre and Sports University of Haryana. Former India hockey captain Pritam Rani Siwachs academy supports around 200 players, including 150 girls. Neha Goyal, a midfielder in Indias gold-winning womens hockey team, said a Rs 2,000 player-of-the-match prize made hockey her responsibility. Abhishek Nain, an Indian mens hockey player, scored Indias winning goal against Pakistan in the semifinal.
CCS HAU Graduate Trainee Recruitment 2026
CCS Haryana Agricultural University (CCS HAU) has released Notification No. ADSCP/2026/397-420 for the post of Graduate Trainee. Eligible candidates can send their applications by email from 14 October 2026 to 19 October 2026.
Weather Tomorrow: On October 16, the India Meteorological Department has announced a weather alert affecting several states across India. While Delhi and Haryana are likely to enjoy warm and dry spells, residents of Himachal Pradesh should prepare for light rain showers. In Bihar, temperatures could soar to around 34C under mostly sunny skies. Additionally, Uttarakhand is under thunderstorm warnings with the possibility of isolated rainfall, so stay updated with local forecasts.
On October 16, 2026, most educational institutions across India are predicted to function normally, as per the latest information. However, certain schools or districts may close due to local holidays or adverse weather conditions. Parents should stay informed through official school announcements or local notices. States like Delhi, Haryana, and Himachal Pradesh are expected to have schools open, while West Bengal may observe variable vacation schedules because of Durga Puja.
Logitech Starts Local Manufacturing in India, Products to Roll Out From Manesar Plant
Logitech, on Thursday, announced that it has started manufacturing locally in India at its new Manesar plant in Haryana. This is the companys manufacturing plant in the country. Logitech says that the operationalisation of its new facility aligns with the vision of the governments Make in India initiative. The tech firm will initially manufacture high-demand workspace products, including webcams and pointing devices or mice, for PCs and laptops. Further, Logitechs new manufacturing facility in Manesar expands on its existing presence in the country. The company already has a Global Capability Center in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, which provides operational support, including channel management and marketing support.
Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International: Newly appointed T20I vice-captain Shafali Verma said on Thursday that her role in the Indian team leadership group will go beyond that title, adding that the side are aiming to play a fearless yet smart brand of T20 cricket in next years Champions Trophy. India, to be now captained by Smriti Mandhana, will begin its preparation for the inaugural six-team tournament, to be played in Mumbai and Vadodara in February 2027, when they open the T20I series against Zimbabwe at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium on Friday. Just talking about vice-captaincy, I have done captaincy in the Under-19 World Cup as well. So, I have that experience. I know vice-captaincy is not just a title. It's a big responsibility. I know we have to just take care of each and every player and make them in a very good headspace. So, I am just trying to make every player very comfortable and just help the captain, Shafali said in the pre-match press conference. She also credited former captain Harmanpreet Kaur for the growth of the women's game and said the team had already mapped out its approach for the road ahead. Harman di has done a lot of growth to women's cricket. The current shape of women's cricket, it's just all about Harman di only. So, just thanks to her and just talking about how we have to move forward in women's cricket. First of all, we have to play a fearless brand of cricket in T20, with smartness as well. So, we have just talked in this series that we have to play the Champions Trophy, the fearless brand of cricket with the smartness and we have done lots of meetings. So, everyone knows what to do and you guys can also see the growth. So, we are just trying to keep growing series by series, she added. Shafali, who has been in prolific form via scores of 64, 68, 40 not out, 100 not out and 48, traced her resurgence to the work she put in after being left out of the ODI side in 2025, before a call-up came following Pratika Rawal's injury led to her dramatic return to the ODI World Cup team and capped it off with a Player of the Match performance in the final against South Africa in Navi Mumbai. When Pratika got injured, I got a direct call to be back in the team. Luckily, at that time I was playing state T20 games from Haryana. So, I worked a lot on myself in 2025 and I think that hard work which I did in 2025, it gave me lots of help right now. So, I am just trying to keep my head down and just keep learning everything. Every day brings every new experience, and I am just trying to learn everything, she said. Shafali recalled that spending time out of the team forced her to take a hard look at her game. I think in 2025, when I got out of the team, I sat down and analysed myself which things I have to work on. First of all, consistency and then fitness, which meant I had to work on my body. Mentally, I have to grow more. So, these three things, I did hard work at that time. I think because of that, everything is going well. So, I am just trying to be more consistent. Shafali, who has also been chipping in with her off-spin, said she had long prepared for the possibility of bowling at the international level. Bowling is nothing new for me because I have been bowling for Haryana since 2021. So, I know when I used to bowl for Haryana, I used to think that someday I will have to bowl for India. So, I used to keep myself mentally prepared at that time that if I get bowling in the Indian team, then how do I have to prepare. With God's grace at that time, I am just trying to get used to the thinking that when I will get bowling in the Indian team, then what do I have to do and luckily I did that. Mentally, I have been ahead only and it's a great thing. Aware that opponents now plan specifically for her, Shafali said she recreates various match scenarios in the nets. I know that the other opponent team does all the preparation for me. So, in the net sessions, I always prepare for that. If my hitting is not good in the net session, then how do I play along the ground? So, I put myself in various situations in every net session. So, I think it is easy for me to go into the match because of that practice. On every skill, on short balls, even on spinner's back foot punch and even the pull shots as well. So, I have worked on that and I can see a very good reflection. So, I have to just keep doing the hard work. In the absence of injured Jemimah Rodrigues, Shafali said the batting order had coped well and backed youngster Niki Prasad to step up. Jemi is recovering. But, in the Asia Cup and Asian Games, we were very good in the middle order. We didn't feel so much absence of it. So, I think it is easy for me to go into the match because of that practice. On every skill, on short balls, even on spinner's back foot punch and even the pull shots as well. So, I have worked on that and I can see a very good reflection. So, I have to just keep doing the hard work. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
KVS No.1 AFS Sirsa PGT Recruitment 2026
Kendriya Vidyalaya No. 1, Air Force Station, Sirsa (KVS No.1 AFS Sirsa) is conducting a Walk-in Interview for the post of PGT (Political Science). Candidates meeting the prescribed eligibility criteria can attend the interview on 27 October 2026 at PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya No. 1, Air Force Station, Sirsa, Haryana. Candidates should report at 10:00 AM. Further details are available at afsno1sirsa.kvs.ac.in.
HPSC Food Safety Officer Syllabus 2026 Out - Download Exam Pattern and PDF
HPSC Food Safety Officer Syllabus 2026 has been released by the Haryana Public Service Commission for 45 Food Safety Officer (Group-B) posts under Advt. No. 25/2026. The Screening Test is scheduled for 6 December 2026, while the Subject Knowledge Test will be held on 31 January 2027. Candidates can check the detailed syllabus, exam pattern, marking scheme, selection process and PDF download link here.
She Quit A Lucrative Corporate Job For IPS, Now Gets Key Haryana Posting
Deepika Agrawal UPSC success story: Originally from Gangtok, the capital of Sikkim, Agrawal pursued a Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) degree at Shri Ram College of Commerce, University of Delhi.
Shahid alias Advani, wanted in 30 criminal cases, killed in encounter near Gurugram
The Haryana Police has neutralised a wanted criminal involved in cow smuggling and robbery following an encounter near Sohna, said officials on Thursday. The wanted criminal was identified as Shahid alias Advani.
Punjab Police Arrests Key Suspect Gurdeep Singh in Tarn Taran Murder Case
Punjab Police have arrested Gurdeep Singh, the main suspect in a murder case from Tarn Taran, following a coordinated operation with Haryana authorities. Punjab Police Arrests Key Suspect Gurdeep Singh in Tarn Taran Murder Case
'All Of Us Are Looking To Dominate': How A Structured Pathway Is Powering India A Women's Rise
Emerging T20 Asia Cup: There was no live streaming, so the people at the IS Bindra Stadium will have to do the remembering for everyone else. On September 25, in the deciding game of the three-match one-day series, Australia A made a daunting 362/9. Two days ago, Australia A hunted down 339 to square the series against India A. Coming to the chase, when Tanisha Singh fell for 60 in the 20th over, India A were 119/4 and needed another 244 to get an improbable win and clinch the series. In the Indian dressing room, nobody sat in a corner doing the arithmetic of despair, according to Tejal Hasabnis. The pitch was good, the batters were in form, and the conversation ran only one way. Basically, it started with the first ODI, where we chased well on an okayish wicket. We knew that we would get hit for runs, but the wicket was good, the batters were in form and hum bhi runs bana lenge (we will score runs too), Tejal told IANS. They did, as Anushka Sharma (58) and Niki Prasad put on 91 runs for the fifth wicket. Off-spin bowling all-rounder Minnu Mani walked in and made an unbeaten 88 off 56 balls. She added 106 runs with Niki, who took four wickets earlier in the day before making 76. Minnu later had an unbroken 47-run stand with Jintimani Kalita as India A got home with ten balls to spare. Tejal has played alongside Minnu for seven or eight years and was left in awe of how she finished the chase. The way she finished, it was too classy and too good to watch. Rajib Datta, who has worked with this group for years, believes the ability was always there. She only lacked belief. That knock she played in Mohali showed that she has that capability, Rajib told IANS. Tejal remembers that the batters agreed to keep the required rate around seven and never let it stretch to nine or ten. That strategy came from the preceding T20 series, which Australia A swept 3-0 after quiet overs let the asking rate drift away from India As reach. Everyone knew we made a mistake then, and we had not to repeat it in that game, she said. Only one side has chased more in women's List A cricket: Bengal, who hunted down 390 against Haryana in December 2024. No one would have ever thought that 363 runs would have been chased by them, said Hemlata Kala, a former India player and a national selector from 2015 to 2020. What India A has done woh kaarnama hai sikandaron ka (a feat achieved by the champions). The way they played against Australia in one-days, I have never seen a team play like that against them, she added. Tejal stated the shift in approach is deliberate and runs from India A to Under-19 teams. After winning the 2025 World Cup, you now get the belief that the Indian women's cricket team is gonna dominate. All of us are looking to dominate due to a shift in approach and intent. Theres a quote I have, You bleed more in practice, so you bleed less in war. That kind of process, intent shift and attitude to dominate is giving us the results on and off the field. The improbable chase had its roots in a sentence spoken in 2023. After India won the inaugural Under-19 Women's World Cup in South Africa, VVS Laxman, head of the BCCI's Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru, pulled two coaches for a new project. One was Datta, then a bowling coach and lead faculty at the CoE. The other was Apurva Desai, the current India A womens head coach. Whatever you are doing with the boys, I want it replicated for the women's, Datta recalls Laxman telling them. By then, A tours, central monitoring and an Under-19 pathway had given India's men a bench deep enough to win the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series in Australia in 2020/21 without half of their first-choice players. But when it came to womens, there was nothing notable. In August 2025, India A beat an Australia A side stocked with established names 2-1 in a one-day series in Brisbane, just before the Harmanpreet Kaur-led side went on to win the Women's ODI World Cup for the first time at home. This year, even as Harmanpreet & Co made an early exit from the T20 World Cup, India A brought some cheer by winning the 50-over series by the same margin in England, before doing it again against Australia A at home. In February they also won the Emerging Womens T20 Asia Cup title in Bangkok. Since August 2024, India A have played 32 matches across three formats, and their assignments have gone from one a year to three in 2026 (with England A set to tour in December). Around 40 players have been involved in India A setup so far. Days after the chase of 363, India A beat Australia A by 281 runs in a four-day game, their first red-ball win in three attempts. Several India A players will be a part of the main team taking on Zimbabwe in a white-ball series starting in Raipur on Friday. Niki, who captained India to 2025 U19 World Cup win in Malaysia, and Jintimani Kalita are in the senior T20I squad for the first time, with Anushka Sharma, Minnu and Prema Rawat recalled, while Tejal, Yastika Bhatia, Vaishnavi Sharma and Sayali Satghare are in the ODI squad. Harmanpreet gave up the all-format captaincy, with Smriti Mandhana set to start her full-time tenure against Zimbabwe. Datta expects the senior side to move towards a transition within a year, which makes it a fair time to look at how India A learned to play the way it does. VVS is more of a holistic person. He doesn't leave any small loophole as hes creating a system. Obviously, you will have to give kudos to the BCCI and Jay Shah because had it not been for them, women's cricket wouldn't have reached this stage. When we went to South Africa in 2023, I said, if this Under-19 team can win, it will change women's cricket in India and it started from there only, said Datta. When the Neetu David-led selection committee took charge, there was no dedicated India A women's side and no structured Under-19 pathway. Aarti Vaidya, a former India cricketer and national selector, recalled how the selectors lobbied for an A programme that would give India a pool of 30-40 players. It's not that our girls were not talented, but then there was no direction. You can't be bringing a player from home and straight away put her into international cricket. There is still a lot of work to be done, but we can see the fruits now. The Under-19 title win in 2023 was meticulously planned: selectors tracked players from 2021 and made a pool of 25 players, while coaches spent ten months building extensive files on every opponent. After coming back to Bengaluru, Datta asked Desai a question. Doing it one time is a fluke. Can we do it a second time? They prepared for another 18 months, and India retained the title in 2025. That, Datta says, is what convinced the BCCI the method worked. Even as Datta moved on from the CoE last year, Desai has stuck with the women's A team. The first tour was humbling - in August 2024, India A won one match out of seven across three formats in Australia. The post-mortem rounded up the usual suspects: fitness, fielding, running between the wickets. But the coaches refused to wait until those were fixed. We have to beat them with skills of batting and bowling and play a brand of cricket which will actually intimidate them. So, that's what we started instilling into them and Apurva has done a fantastic job over the last two years, he says. Australia A travelled with 15 support staff members, backed by a women's wing of around 20 people who know every player from Under-19 level. As per Datta, India took inspiration from the template, with some Indian twist added. Curiosity has since flowed the other way. Datta says Lisa Keightley and Kyle Hogg, then with Australia and England U19 teams, have asked what India are doing to unearth solid players. There was a time when we used to try and follow England and Australia and now the world is trying to follow us. On fitness, a conscious call was made to start with teenagers rather than players already 25 or 26. I can get the seniors to get fitter. But they will never be able to match the Australians. So, who will be able to match the Australians? The younger crowd who are 19, 20 and 21. Every girl who plays state cricket in India, starting from the Under-15 level, is logged on an Athlete Management System (AMS) that records her daily training, workload and sleep. It's exactly like what we did with the men. There is no differentiation, Datta says. Aarti's panel scouted domestic matches for roles, not runs and wickets. Let's not look at the scores let's look at the specific talent which we want. G Kamalini, spotted at Under-15 level, went through India Under-19 and the Women's Premier League (WPL) before coming into the Indian team. You have already 25 girls who are ready to play for India, says Aarti. Datta reckons the IPL took a decade to pay dividends for the mens team, while the WPL has just done that for the womens team in four seasons. He also credits the selection panels under Neetu and Amita Sharma for being in sync with the CoE in terms of rotating and selecting players for India A tours. These are the last five years where I am seeing coaches and selectors working in unison towards some goals. It's a lovely time for women's cricket and in the next two years, we will be ruling the world. That's what I want to see. Fielding and fitness were long India's excuses in not being able to defeat Australia often and preparation for that began two months ago at high intensity. Now, with that intent, everyone is putting hard yards off the field. Even on the last day of the last match, if I have to take a diving catch to win the match, I had an idea that it should be like this, said Tejal. The planning for fielding has changed too. After watching Australia, the coaches began training position-specific movements. Datta admits lapses remain, but believes they are ending, as training specialist fielders for specialist positions is the next project in India A setup. You will see these stopping now. We will take brilliant catches and you will see the results in a years time, as it has already started. Tejal goes back to February, when India A lost their opening Emerging T20 Asia Cup match to UAE. Desai came into the dressing room and said, It's okay, it's one bad day, now what next? India A won their next games and the title too. A system has been made where the player feels safe to execute plans, she says. To her, India A is the important in-between step between domestic cricket and international cricket, and those who move up carry, that sense of confidence. That we were in this situation before, we did well. Former India player Karuna Jain, who was in the India A coaching staff for 2025 ODI World Cup warm-up games, says the players trust Desai and learn something new every time he speaks, though his ideas have only started showing results on the field in the last 12-18 months. Karuna watched that patience work on Shafali Verma, who was initially left out of the ODI World Cup squad. She was a little disappointed in not making it to the team. But again, we spoke to her and she performed too, she says. Shafali was called up later in the tournament due to Pratika Rawals ankle injury and delivered an all-round performance as India won the final. She got the opportunity at the right time and grabbed it with two hands, added Karuna. Another example she gives is of leg-spin bowling all-rounder Prema Rawat, who went from India A squad in England to the T20 World Cup as a replacement for injured Shreyanka and did well in the Asia Cup-winning campaign. When Karuna played for India, three or four series a year were held, and a single failure could mean a wait for a year or two. In our time, if we had more series, then even we would have been aggressive, she says. Now, with a system in place, a dropped player knows another chance is coming. Currently, 120 women players are divided into four 25-member squads: main contracted, targeted, Under-23, and Under-19. Where the women's A team goes beyond the men's setup is developing a pool of female coaches. The Neetu-led committee insisted on a female head coach for the Under-19 World Cup, and Nooshin Al Khadeer took charge for two title wins. Nooshin, Vanitha and Sunetra Paranjpe hold CoE coaching contracts and building female coaches is a part of the plan via level 1, 2 and 3 exams and giving them opportunities. Around Datta and Desai, coaches have been rotated on India A tours to gain experience: bowling coach P Krishna Kumar and fielding coach Milap Mewada, as well as Nooshin, Karuna, Vanitha, Sunetra, Rumeli Dhar, Shrabani Debnath and Priyankka Acharya. When Desai was called to the coaching staff for India A mens red-ball games against Australia A in Puducherry, Sunetra stepped in for him in Mohali. Not everything has crossed over. Other boards are often reluctant to host India A women tours for financial reasons, and Aarti said India has offered to host them instead. Right now, T20 is the format that hasn't yielded desired results. That T20 format is something we are yet to crack. That's a puzzle we are trying to solve, Datta says. Against Australia A and England A, India A have won one of 12 T20s since 2024, though three of those defeats came by seven runs or fewer. Tejal still thinks about one T20 game against Australia A that got away, when her side needed 60 off 60 balls with nine wickets in hand and lost the plot. Maybe I could have finished the game, she says. Within a year, Datta expects separate womens squads for different formats, just like how it is for the mens. Though Datta is no longer in CoE, an emotional feeling still runs high in him over seeing India A women succeed. You can just hear my voice and understand the inner feeling. It's unbelievably gratifying and satisfying. That inner feeling of satisfaction is something that a coach keeps with himself or herself. Datta spent about 25 days with the India A group before the series against Australia A at the CoE and told Laxman that the next crop was ready to step up to the higher level. As per Datta, few more players can step up to India A - G Trisha, Player of the Series at the 2025 Under-19 World Cup, Soumya Tiwari, Triveni Vasistha, Henrietta Pereira, Nandana Sridharan, Happy Kumari and Shuchi Upadhayay. Our system is so good and so robust. Even if nothing is done, we will get 14 good players. Thats there 100 percent - but the question is, can we bring these 14 good players into one common vision? That was always our challenge. Now a system has been put in place. Just following and being within this, you would replicate and keep on going for five years time until and unless someone beats us into this process, which is again going to happen. So, once we have found this Midas touch, can we elongate this for 7-8 years? For that, whoever comes in women's cricket will have to come with a belief that this is a system that has worked. By bringing in a few India A players for the upcoming Zimbabwe series, the selectors have made a start. Whether the new call-ups get a proper run to establish themselves is the real test. Back in domestic cricket, the queue for India A spots is set to increase and Tejal knows the only way is upwards. So, once we have found this Midas touch, can we elongate this for 7-8 years? For that, whoever comes in women's cricket will have to come with a belief that this is a system that has worked. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Navratra festival 2026 at Katra: Former winner enthrals audience in devotional song competition
Jammu, Oct 14: All India Devotional Song Competition, being organised as a part of Navratra Festival 2026, at Katra entered its third day on Wednesday. The contest is being organised by SMVD Shrine Board (SMVDSB), Department of J&K Tourism, PTC Network in association with SMVD Narayana Super Speciality Hospital, J&K Bank, Nice Gems, Nidheesh Builders Jammu Private Limited, 92.7 Big FM, Yog Ashram Complex with the active support of district administration and the local hosts. Third day of contest was inaugurated at Yog Ashram Complex in the evening by lighting of a traditional lamp by Rakesh Dubey, CEO PatniTop Development Authority, in presence of Gopal Singh, CEO Katra Development Authority, Rajesh Raina Assistant Director Tourism, former winner of All India Devotional Song Competition Rajan Gill, Swami Yoganand ji Maharaj, Kirti Khajuria chairman All India Devotional Song Committee and president Hotel and Restaurant Association Katra (HRAK) Rakesh Wazir, senior vice president HRAK Virender Kesar, Subhash Kumar, Gopal Singh and others. On the third night, Aditya from Jammu bagged first position, whereas second position was bagged by Ojasvi Sharma from Udhampur and third position was shared by Barbee Staniz Edzes from Jammu and Vicky Gill from Karnal Haryana among the 13 auditioned participants. The winners were provided with the cash prizes of 10,000, 5,000 and 3,000 by the distinguished guests. The competition was adjudged by the panels of experts in music including Dr Surinder Sharma Head of the department Government Degree College Sanjoli Himachal Pradesh; C L Verma, ex-chairman, Post Graduate University of Himachal Pradesh and Anupama Sharma, Professor Music Government College for Women (GCW) Parade, Jammu. Former winner Rajan Gill enthralled the audience with his powerful voice. The proceedings of the competition were conducted by Rakesh Wazir, who is also the chairman of the competition committee. Wazir informed that on October 15, 2026, renowned singer Johny Sufi will perform in the event besides acting as judge in the competition. He further said that renowned singers including Shanker Sawhny, Suraj Singh, Naveen Punjabi, Sonali Dogra besides others will also perform in the event. The live telecast of the event is available on PTC Punjabi Gold from 9 pm onwards daily.
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Heera Group Ponzi case: ED completes registration of seven auctioned properties
Digital Desk | Hyderabad, Oct 14 (IANS) The Enforcement Directorate (ED), Hyderabad Zonal Office, has successfully completed the registration of seven immovable properties, auctioned for Rs 15.03 crore in favour of the successful bidders in connection with the Heera Group Ponzi case. The properties comprise six flats at H.S. Royal, Shaikpet Village, Hyderabad, and one house at MLA Colony, Road No. 12, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad. The ED said in a statement on Wednesday that proceeds realised from the auction of the attached properties shall be transferred to the Serious Fraud Investigation Office (SFIO) for onward disbursement to the genuine victims/claimants of Nowhera Shaik, Heera Group of Companies and others, in accordance with the directions of the Supreme Court. Nowhera Shaik and her associates duped investors of over Rs 5,978 crore with false promises of 36% annual returns. The auction was conducted on October 6 pursuant to the directions of the Supreme Court. In its order dated March 5, 2025, the Supreme Court allowed the application filed by ED seeking permission to auction immovable properties attached in the case of Nowhera Shaik, Heera Group of Companies and others, with a view to maximising realisation from the attached properties for restitution to the genuine claimants/victims. Subsequently, the Supreme Court directed the Registrar General, Telangana High Court to depute T. Venkateshwar Rao, Registrar (Protocol) for execution of the sale deeds on behalf of the petitioner-accused. Accordingly, the sale deeds in respect of the seven properties have been duly registered in favour of the successful bidders. ED investigation was initiated under the provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002 against Nowhera Shaik, Heera Group of Companies and others on the basis of multiple FIRs registered by police in different States. Investigation revealed that Nowhera Shaik and others had collected investments of more than Rs 5,978 crore from the public by promising abnormally high returns of more than 36% per annum. However, the entities subsequently defaulted on repayment of the principal amounts and promised returns to a large number of investors. Investigation further revealed that part of the Proceeds of Crime so generated was utilised for acquisition of various movable and immovable properties in the names of Nowhera Shaik, Heera Group entities, her relatives and associates. During the course of investigation, ED, Hyderabad Zonal Office issued five Provisional Attachment Orders (PAOs), attaching properties valued at Rs 428.83 crore under the provisions of PMLA, 2002. Prosecution Complaint and Supplementary Prosecution Complaint have also been filed before the Special Court under PMLA, Hyderabad. The Supreme Court, after taking serious note of the conduct of Nowhera Shaik, cancelled her bail through an order dated April 8, 2026 and directed her to surrender before the jail authorities within one week. Upon her failure to comply, the Special Court under PMLA, Hyderabad issued a Non-Bailable Warrant (NBW) on May 7. Thereafter, acting on intelligence inputs, ED traced and apprehended Nowhera Shaik from Gurugram, Haryana on May 21, in a joint operation with Haryana Police, and arrested her in execution of the NBW. She was brought to Hyderabad, produced before the Special Judge, PMLA, and remanded to judicial custody, where she continues to remain. ED said that it will continue to take necessary steps for monetisation of the remaining attached properties and restitution of the proceeds to the victims, in accordance with the directions of the Supreme Court.
Weather Tomorrow: On October 15, the India Meteorological Department warns of shifting weather across parts of India. Delhi will see overcast conditions with moderate rainfall and thunderstorms possible. Meanwhile, Haryana and Himachal Pradesh might experience warm weather combined with rain and storms in certain locations. On the other hand, Bihar is expected to enjoy predominantly dry and sunny weather.
Cow helps abducted man escape in Haryana
A 23-year-old man, Roni, was allegedly abducted and assaulted in Gurugram over an old dispute. He managed to escape when the car carrying him crashed into a cow on the Hansi-Barwala road while en route to Hisar. Police have arrested two accused, Nitin and Khush alias Manjeet, and are searching for other accomplices involved in the crime.
Ranji Trophy: Bengal Thrash Delhi, Haryana Prevail; Karnataka, J&K Settle For Draws
Debutant Ankur Paul: Bengal opened their 2026-27 campaign in the Ranji Trophy with a commanding nine-wicket victory over Delhi, while Haryana defeated Himachal Pradesh by seven wickets as the opening round of the domestic first-class tournament concluded on Wednesday. Defending champions Jammu and Kashmir were saved by rain after a dramatic second-innings collapse against Madhya Pradesh, while Karnataka fought back against Andhra to secure a draw. Bengals bowlers dismissed Delhi for 277 in their second innings before the visitors chased down the target of 89 in just 15.3 overs to collect six points from their Group C encounter. Pradipta Pramanik claimed three wickets for 72 runs, while Amir Gani and Sumanta Gupta picked up two wickets each. Debutant Ankur Paul scored 38, and captain Abhimanyu Easwaran remained unbeaten on 34 to guide Bengal to victory. Haryana, meanwhile, completed their chase of 71 in 18.1 overs after resuming at 26/3 on the final day. Himanshu Rana scored 37, while Dheeru Singh remained unbeaten on 24 as the pair added 51 runs to secure the Group D victory. Haryana had taken a 43-run first-innings lead before bowling Himachal Pradesh out for 113 in their second innings, with Anshul Kamboj claiming four wickets. Defending champions Jammu and Kashmir suffered a dramatic collapse against Madhya Pradesh in Srinagar, slipping to 12/5 while chasing a challenging target after the visitors declared 249/6 in their second innings. J&K recovered to 88/7, but rain and bad weather stopped play, allowing the hosts to escape defeat. Madhya Pradesh earned three points for their 76-run first-innings lead. Karnataka also had to settle for a draw against Andhra in Group B after conceding a 144-run first-innings lead. Andhra posted 418 in reply to Karnatakas 274, but the visitors fought back through a determined second innings, declaring at 337/9 with veteran Karun Nair playing a key role. Andhra finished at 104/4, earning three points against Karnatakas one. In other Group A results, Baroda defeated Goa by an innings and 135 runs after posting 472/8 declared and dismissing their opponents for 199 and 138. Mahesh Pithiya took five wickets in Goas first innings, while Bhargav Bhatt claimed four in the second. Vidarbha beat Puducherry by 160 runs after setting a target of 291. Vidarbha defeated Puducherry by 160 runs in another Group A fixture. After scoring 428 in their first innings and declaring at 175/3 in the second, Vidarbha bowled Puducherry out for 313 and 130. Maharashtra began their Group C campaign with a 127-run victory over Services in New Delhi. Prithvi Shaw scored 70 off 73 balls, while Ankit Bawne made a major contribution with the bat as Maharashtra posted 333 in their first innings. Services managed 227 in reply, and despite Maharashtra being dismissed for 141 in their second innings, the visitors were bowled out for 120 while chasing 248. In another Group B fixture, Saurashtra took three points after securing an 80-run first-innings lead over Chhattisgarh. Ravindra Jadeja scored 102 and later claimed three wickets as Chhattisgarh were dismissed for 312 in response to Saurashtras 392. Saurashtra then reached 229/1 declared in their second innings, with Chirag Jani scoring an unbeaten century, before the match ended in a draw. Punjab also secured three points against Assam in a drawn Group B encounter. Assam scored 373 in their first innings, but Punjab responded with 478/6 declared to take a 105-run lead. Debutant Vihaan Malhotra scored 103, while Emanjot Singh Chahal remained unbeaten on 114 to help Punjab recover from a middle-order collapse. Assam finished at 157/6 in their second innings. Jharkhand earned three points against Kerala in Group C after building a sizeable first-innings lead. Jharkhand scored 587, with centuries from Shikhar Mohan, captain Virat Singh and Aditya Singh. Kerala replied with 395, with Abhishek P. Nair scoring 126, but failed to avoid the follow-on. Kerala were 62/2 in their second innings when the match ended in a draw. Rajasthan and Tamil Nadu also played out a draw in Group D, with Rajasthan securing an 89-run first-innings lead. Rajasthan made 363 before Tamil Nadu were dismissed for 274, losing their last five wickets for just 10 runs. Tamil Nadu reached 73/0 in their second innings before the teams agreed to a draw. Uttarakhand took three points after securing a first-innings lead against Railways in another drawn fixture. Uttarakhand scored 470, while Railways were bowled out for 278. Railways reached 272/4 in their second innings before the match ended. Rajasthan and Tamil Nadu also played out a draw in Group D, with Rajasthan securing an 89-run first-innings lead. Rajasthan made 363 before Tamil Nadu were dismissed for 274, losing their last five wickets for just 10 runs. Tamil Nadu reached 73/0 in their second innings before the teams agreed to a draw. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
National Hockey: Haryana, Maharashtra Secure Victories
Haryana, Maharashtra, and Chandigarh secured victories in their respective Division 'A' pool matches at the Hockey India Senior Men National Championship in Jhansi on Wednesday. Tamil Nadu and Bengal played to a draw, while Kerala and Arunachal also registered wins in Division 'B'.
CUH Special Exam Result 2026 Out - Check Integrated B.Sc.-M.Sc
Central University of Haryana (CUH) has released the Special Examination September 2026 results for Integrated B.Sc.-M.Sc. Chemistry, M.Sc. Chemistry and M.Sc. Microbiology (NEP) on 14 October 2026.
Gurugram (Haryana) [India], October 14: As homebuyers increasingly evaluate residential spaces beyond conventional high-rise developments, Harshil Singh Guliani, Founder of Guliani Group, is bringing his vision for independent, low-rise living closer to reality with Horizon Floors in Sector 93, Gurugram. Spread across 9.8 acres, the gated residential township comprises 130 independent floors and is currently scheduled to begin possession from November 2026.
Kamboj stars as Haryana crush Himachal in Ranji
Haryana defeated Himachal Pradesh by seven wickets in their Ranji Trophy Group D match in Rohtak. Himanshu Rana and Dheeru Singh guided Haryana to chase down the 71-run target on the final day. Haryana had taken a 43-run first-innings lead and bowled out Himachal Pradesh for 113 in their second innings, securing six points from the victory.
Four women arrested for stealing gold jewellery, cash from elderly passenger on Maharashtra ST bus
Digital Desk | Washim, Oct 14 (IANS) Four women were arrested for stealing gold jewellery worth Rs 1.5 lakh and cash amounting to Rs 28,000 from a 70-year-old woman travelling on a state transport (ST) bus in Maharashtra's Washim district, police said on Wednesday. The police recovered the stolen jewellery and cash and returned them to the elderly woman, identified as Chandrakala Bodkhe. The incident took place on an ST bus travelling from Mangrulpir to Akola. According to preliminary information, the four accused allegedly targeted the elderly passenger's bag containing gold jewellery and cash during the journey. When the bus reached Shelu Bazaar, the four women got off. Other passengers became suspicious, following which Bodkhe checked her bag and discovered that her gold jewellery and a bag containing Rs 28,000 in cash were missing. The elderly woman raised an alarm and sought help from other passengers. Upon receiving information about the incident, local police reached the spot and launched an investigation. During the probe, the police learnt that the four women had left the area in an auto-rickshaw. Acting swiftly, the police pursued the suspects and apprehended all four women. The stolen gold jewellery and cash were recovered from their possession and subsequently handed back to the elderly woman. The incident highlights the need for vigilance among passengers travelling on crowded public transport, particularly elderly commuters carrying valuables. In a separate incident, Pune Police had arrested three men from Haryana in connection with nine theft cases reported in the city. The police seized valuables worth approximately Rs 23 lakh following an investigation that involved travelling nearly 4,600 km across several states. According to the police, the accused had targeted people at crowded locations during Ganeshotsav celebrations and Ganesh immersion processions. The cases were investigated by Vishrambaug Police, who identified the suspects as residents of Palwal in Haryana. Meanwhile, the Aravalli Police in Gujarat had arrested the three men in connection with another case. With the assistance of the Gujarat Police, a team from Pune Police took the accused into custody. They were identified as Ajay Samsher Vinodkumar Rupsingh Koli (20), Aman Samsher Anil Kumar Narayansingh Koli (24) and Deepak Samsher Rajubhai Sapsingh (21).
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Pune Police Bust Inter-State Theft Gang, Seize Rs 23 Lakh
Pune Police have arrested three men from Haryana in connection with nine theft cases, recovering valuables worth Rs 23 lakh. The accused allegedly targeted crowded places during Ganeshotsav. The investigation involved police travelling 4,600 km across multiple states.
Haryana: PM-KUSUM scheme enables irrigation and income boost for guava orchards
Digital Desk | Hansi (Haryana), Oct 13 (IANS) The PM-KUSUM scheme, a flagship scheme of the Central government for promoting clean energy and cutting down dependence on farmers income, is yielding handsome returns for the conventional as well as fruit-growing farmers. In Haryanas Hansi district, the orchard owners have benefitted greatly from the scheme. A couple of farmers told IANS that the subsidy on installation of solar pumps helped reduce their dependence on expensive diesel and also enhance their income. Sandeep Fauji, a retired soldier and resident of Dhana Kalan village in Hansi, who installed solar panels on his farm under the PM KUSUM scheme said, Previously, when we relied on diesel-powered tubewells, the fuel costs were high, limiting our farming activities to basic crops like wheat and barley. However, the solar setup has been incredibly beneficial. We no longer have to wait for electricity or burn expensive diesel. Further stating that his lush green orchard spans four acres, he thanked the public welfare policies of the Modi government and explained how the scheme proved to be a game-changer for many like him. Earlier, farming used to be restricted, but now with a reliable water supply, Ive planted an orchard and can even grow vegetables in the interspaces. I want to express my gratitude for launching such an excellent scheme, he said. He also urged fellow farmers to make the most of the opportunity, informing, It is very cost-effective. While the total installation cost would normally be around Rs 1 lakh, it was set up in my field for just Rs 47,000, making it a very economical scheme. A farmer named Ashok Yadav also spoke about the benefits of solar energy in farming. I would tell all my fellow farmers that solar power offers tremendous benefits. Previously, when we ran tube wells, we used to burn a lot of fueland fuel has become expensive now. If we used electricity, we had to wait for the power supply. But now, with solar power installed, we neither have to wait for electricity nor burn expensive diesel, he explained. In the past, we used to sow wheat or dense crops like sorghum for our livestock. But now, we have started growing vegetableslike cauliflowerthanks to the water availability provided by the solar setup. We are even planting orchards, he added. Notably, the PM-KUSUM scheme is not only providing farmers with an alternative energy source for irrigation but also helping them lower cultivation costs and facilitate a shift towards green energy.
Former Haryana CM Bhupinder Singh Hooda admitted to AIIMS with chest infection
After undergoing a routine medical check-up, Bhupinder Singh Hooda has been admitted to the All India Institute of Medical Sciences in New Delhi for further observation. His hospitalization has stirred goodwill among political opponents, with leaders from both the BJP and INLD extending wishes for his swift recovery. This incident underscores the underlying camaraderie in Haryana politics, despite the competitive landscape, especially recognizing Hooda's legacy as a former chief minister.
Participants fear polls could expose their identities and protest plans; Gurugram-based technology journalist alleges Haryana Police confined him to his home for 48 hours over his membership of a CJP WhatsApp group
Centre asks states to go into mission mode to curb stubble burning
The Centre has instructed Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, and Delhi-NCR to prevent stubble burning. Recent data showed a significant rise in farm fires especially in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan. States are required to implement action plans that urgently address the issue of crop residue burning. Effective monitoring strategies have been emphasized to ensure compliance and control.
Haryana Teen Accused In Child Abuse Case
A four-year-old boy was allegedly sexually abused by a 14-year-old neighbour in Pehowa, Haryana. The incident came to light when the child narrated it to his mother. The accused teenager has been booked under the POCSO Act, and the victim is undergoing treatment at LNJP Hospital.
Weather Update October 14: Delhi-NCR, Haryana, Punjab and Chandigarh are likely to experience thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds on Wednesday.
Haryana Chief Minister Calls for Coordinated Strategy to Combat Drug Abuse
Haryanas CM Nayab Singh Saini urges officials to create a comprehensive plan for a drug-free state and protect youth from addiction. Haryana Chief Minister Calls for Coordinated Strategy to Combat Drug Abuse
Draw up coordinated strategy to make Haryana drug-free, says CM Saini
Digital Desk | Chandigarh, Oct 13 (IANS) Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Tuesday directed officers to draw up a comprehensive, coordinated strategy to make Haryana drug-free and protect its youth from addiction. He said active participation by every section of society, alongside the government, was essential to safeguard the future of young people and effectively curb the drug menace. Chairing the first meeting of the SANKALP Society here, the Chief Minister outlined seven key sankalps: Making police station jurisdictions drug-free; ensuring districts are free of drug traffickers; keeping chemist shops free of narcotic pills; securing family support in the fight against drugs; ensuring hospitals provide treatment; equipping schools to raise awareness about the harmful effects of drugs; provide student counselling and promoting a safe learning environment; and giving young people better opportunities to participate in sports and other positive activities. The Chief Minister said the governments resolve is clear: a drug-free Haryana and a secure future for the youth. He directed officers to ensure that action against drug trafficking did not stop at the person selling drugs. Investigations must establish where the drugs came from and identify the network behind their supply. He called for strict surveillance of supply sources and trafficking networks, along with effective investigations and appropriate legal action against traffickers in coordination with the police. The Chief Minister issued directions that the SANKALP Society must present concrete results of its work every month. Progress would be assessed in reducing the availability of drugs, connecting young people with treatment services and preventing relapse. Accountability, he said, must be fixed at every level. CM Saini said the government is organising marathons, cyclothons and other public awareness activities to educate young people about the harmful effects of drugs. The purpose of the campaign, however, is to secure a lasting solution to the problem.
As Pathways School Gurgaon (PSG) Exits the Pathways fraternity, Pathways World School, Gurgaon (PWS) Reaffirm Founding Family Ownership and Commitment to the Pathways Legacy Gurgaon (Haryana) [India], October 13: Pathways
Haryana's Sirsa Spends 3 Lakh on Towering Dussehra Effigies
Schools Closed Tomorrow? Latest Weather Alert for Delhi-NCR, Punjab, and Haryana
Are schools closed on October 14, 2026? With the IMD issuing a weather alert for thunderstorms and hail in Delhi-NCR, Punjab, and Haryana, parents are seeking clarity. Check the latest official updates here.
Vimag Labs starts production at Haryana plant, plans 50 crore investment
Accel-backed deep-tech startup Vimag Labs on Tuesday said it has started production at its first manufacturing facility at Jhajjar, in Haryana and plans to invest Rs 50 crore in a phased manner in scaling capacity. Vimag, which manufactures and assembles motor and control systems and related propulsion systems, has already completed and exported its first production batch from the Jhajjar facility, the company said. The site is the starting point of a phased manufacturing build-out in India, the company said, adding it currently plans around Rs 50 crore investment across this build-out. Our initial focus is on scaling mid-power motor and control systems for commercial programmes. As customer programmes mature, we plan to extend manufacturing into high-power systems of 570 kW and above and deepen partnerships across India for manufacturing, supply chain, tooling and industrialisation, said Manish Seth, Co-founder and CEO, Vimag Labs. The overall scale of investment will continue t
Old Video of Haryana Police Firing at Farmers Falsely Linked to CJP Protests
The video dates back to February 2024 and shows the Haryana Police firing tear gas shells at protesting farmers.
CM Sharma orders probe into Bhedana's death; Beniwal demands removal of IG, SP
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Oct 13 (IANS) Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma has directed the Director General of Police (DGP) to ensure a fair and thorough investigation into the death of former BJP MLA Attar Singh Bhedana. Bhedana was allegedly lynched to death by a mob in the Bharatpur district on Monday following a dispute over the resumption of a crusher plant. Rashtriya Loktantrik Party (RLP) president and Nagaur MP Hanuman Beniwal has demanded the immediate removal of the Bharatpur Range Inspector General (IG) and the district Superintendent of Police (SP). The developments come amid mounting demands for accountability following the alleged murder of the former Bayana MLA in Bharatpur district. Chief Minister Sharma spoke to the DGP on Monday to obtain details of the case and review the situation. According to sources, he also discussed the matter with Minister of State for Home Affairs Jawahar Singh Bedham and directed him to monitor developments closely. The Chief Minister has stressed the need for a fair and comprehensive investigation to establish the facts and ensure appropriate action. Beniwal has raised concerns over the state's law-and-order situation and the functioning of the police administration in connection with Bhadana's death. The RLP chief demanded the immediate removal of the Bharatpur Range IG and the district SP, arguing that an impartial investigation was essential. Beniwal also referred to allegations by local residents that Bhedana was assaulted following alleged instigation by Minister of State for Home Affairs Jawahar Singh Bedham. These allegations require investigation and have not been established as facts. Meanwhile, heavy police deployment continues in Bhonda village, where an atmosphere of tension and silence has reportedly prevailed following the incident. A medical board conducted a post-mortem examination at the mortuary of Sawai Man Singh (SMS) Hospital in Jaipur on Monday. Following the examination, the family took Bhadana's body to Pali village in Haryana's Faridabad district. The family has demanded a probe by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) into the incident. Bhedana's wife, Kamlesh Bhadana, has filed a murder complaint against approximately 80 people, naming several alleged assailants. According to her complaint, she attempted to protect her husband during the attack but was pushed aside and assaulted. She also sustained injuries in the incident. The complaint further refers to an earlier incident on September 25, when a group allegedly entered the stone crusher unit, assaulted employees, vandalised the facility and fled. A complaint regarding that incident was lodged at Weir police station on September 27. The allegations and the circumstances surrounding Bhedana's death are expected to be examined as part of the investigation. Attar Singh Bhedana is survived by a son and four daughters. His youngest daughter, Kiran Bhedana, is an IAS officer from the 2017 batch. His son, Arjun Singh Bhedana, practises law at the Supreme Court. His death has triggered widespread grief in political circles and across the Bharatpur region, with condolences pouring in from administrative and legal circles as well.
Supreme Court bars coercive steps against Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann's aide in corruption case
A division bench comprising Justices M M Sundresh and Prasanna B Varale issued notice on the Punjab government's petition challenging a Punjab and Haryana High Court order directing the CBI to register a case and investigate allegations of corruption involving Ghuman and others.
Haryana lecturer entitled to full wages for over 8 years of suspension, rules HC
