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ED searches seven locations in Rajasthan in Digi Mudra scam case
The ED initiated investigation based on the first information reports registered by the Special Task Force, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, and other police stations in various districts of Rajasthan, Haryana, Odisha and Maharashtra
The Jammu and Kashmir Students Association (JKSA) on Thursday has written to National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), seeking urgent intervention into the alarming and systematic harassment, intimidation, and violence faced by Kashmiri shawl sellers and students across India, particularly in Himachal Pradesh, Haryana, Uttarakhand, Delhi, and Maharashtra. In its letter to the NHRC Chairperson Justice []
Haryana Gangster Vikas Gulia, Associate Jailed For Life
A Delhi court has sentenced Haryana gangster Vikas Gulia and his associate to life imprisonment under MCOCA provisions, but refused the death penalty saying the offences did not fall under the category of 'rarest of the rare cases'.
Haryana splits Rs 2,100 womens aid: Rs 1,000 saved, Rs 1,100 paid
Haryana extends old pension scheme to 347 transport staff, job for ASIs wife who died by suicide
Haryana to implement Aravali green wall project to conserve range by 2030
Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini constitutes panel to probe Rs 1,500cr scam alleged by own minister
'Unmaking of Congress by Naya Congress': Grand old party faces identity crisis after poll losses
The Congress ended another year marked by election defeats in Delhi and Bihar, adding to earlier losses in Haryana and Maharashtra, and deepening concerns within the party despite a partial recovery in the 2024 Lok Sabha polls. More than the results, many party insiders are worried about what they see as a steady transformation of Congress under Rahul Gandhi, driven by shifting political positions and the growing influence of outsiders and new advisers.
Light rainfall in parts of Pb and Haryana, fog set to return
From encroachment to legal ownership
Haryana government regularises unauthorised occupation of village panchayat land through payment, aiming to reduce litigation and resolve disputes; this risks converting encroachment into ownership, stabilising gains for those with ability to pay while limiting access for marginalised households on village commons
Rice procurement up 7% in Oct-Dec as 72% of kharif target is completed
Bengal, TN, AP and Telangana make up for lower purchases low in Punjab, Haryana and Chhattisgarh
Haryana Cong chief meets Faridabad gang-rape victim's family at hospital
Haryana Congress president Rao Narendra Singh visited a gangrape victim in Faridabad, condemning the 'inhumane and heinous crime' and criticizing the BJP government's claims on women's safety. The 25-year-old mother of three was allegedly gangraped in a moving van and thrown out, suffering severe injuries. Singh demanded strict punishment for the arrested accused and called for a fast-track trial.
Net domestic GST collection dips by over 5% in Dec on rising refunds
However, gross collection up 6.1%; Maharashtra, Gujarat, Karnataka and Haryana are top contributors
The Haryana Public Service Commission has released the HPSC Exam Calendar 2026, outlining January notification dates, vacancies and application schedules for 21 recruitment advertisements. The calendar covers Group A and Group B posts across engineering, finance, scientific, teaching and veterinary services. It includes detailed application timelines extending into February 2026. Candidates can download the official HPSC Exam Calendar 2026 PDF from the commissions website for complete recruitment details.
Ashoka University aims to double enrollment to 6,000 students
To support this growth, the university has acquired land adjacent to its Sonepat (Haryana) campus to expand the campus area from 25 acres to 100 acres
HSSC Opens Applications For 5,500 Haryana Police Constable Posts From This Date
Applicants must have qualified HSSC CET to apply for male, female, and GRP constable vacancies. The selection includes written, physical, document, and medical tests.
Six to seven monkeys bite and pull hair of elderly woman; watch shocking CCTV video
An elderly woman was attacked and injured by a group of monkeys in Bahadurgarh, Haryana, highlighting ongoing concerns about monkey menace in residential areas. Separately, the body of an unidentified woman was discovered stuffed inside a suitcase in a drain in Kaithal district, raising anxieties about law and order.
The HTET 2026 notification is live on bseh.org.in, and candidates no longer need an Aadhaar card for registration. BSEB now accepts PAN card, Voter ID, Passport, or Driving Licence as valid ID proofs. The exam covers three levels for teaching in Haryana government schools. Candidates must carry the original ID for verification. The board has maintained biometric and photo checks to prevent fraud. The online application process is open with detailed steps provided for easy registration.
Haryana Police Constable recruitment 2026: Apply online for 5500 vacancies at hssc.gov.in
Haryana Staff Selection Commission (HSSC) has released the official notification for Haryana Police Constable Recruitment 2026. You can apply online for 5500 vacancies, including male, female, and Govt Railway Police (GRP) posts. Eligibility requires 12th pass and HSSC CET clearance. The selection process includes a physical test, written exam, document verification, and medical examination. Key details like exam pattern, physical standards, race timing, application dates, and online procedure are available on the official HSSC portal.
Weather today: The IMD has predicted cloudy skies and light rain for Delhi on January 1, 2026. Odisha, Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh and Delhi are likely to experience dense foggy mornings till January 5. Cold day conditions are very likely in Punjab and Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi and Bihar, the IMD said in its weather bulletin.
Two of Shivalik eco-lairs locked down for decade in Haryana.
Dense fog engulfs Punjab, Haryana; visibility drops to zero in several cities
Matter of national security: Leaders condemn attack on Kashmiri shawl sellers
FIR lodged in Haryana JKSA writes to Amit Shah citing 18 Himachal cases Political leaders call it human rights issue Centre, states urged to ensure safety for Valley traders BJPs Raina says Home Minister has taken strong notice New Delhi: Voicing concern over the alleged incidents of attacks and harassment of Kashmiri shawl sellers in []
1992-Batch IPS Officer Ajay Singhal Appointed Haryana Top Cop
Senior IPS officer Ajay Singhal was appointed the new director general of police of Haryana on Wednesday, an official order said. A 1992-batch IPS officer, Singhal replaces O P Singh, who retired from service on Wednesday.
Ankitleads from the front to power Haryana to win
Kashmiri Trader Harassed, Forced To Chant 'Bharat Mata Ki Jai' In Haryana
A Kashmiri shawl seller allegedly faced harassment in Haryana. J&K Students Association and leaders like Iltija Mufti and Sajad Gani Lone demand urgent action.
Vijay Hazare Trophy Elite Group: Delhi suffered a crushing 79-run defeat at the hands of Odisha in their 2025/26 Vijay Hazare Trophy Elite Group D game at the Alur Cricket Ground on Wednesday, while Saurashtra, Railways, and Haryana also registered huge wins in their matches in the same group. Delhi skipper and India wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant's indifferent form continued as he managed just 24 off 28 balls, as the sides vaunted batting lineup crumbled to 193 all out in 43.3 overs while chasing a modest 273. For Odisha, pacer Debabrata Pradhan claimed 3-28, while fellow seamer Sambit Baral also grabbed three wickets for 34. Biplab Samantray's 72 off 74 balls anchored Odisha's innings after they lost three wickets before reaching 100. Valuable lower-order contributions frustrated Delhi's attack, despite off-spinner Hrithik Shokeen returning impressive figures of 4-27 in 10 overs. Delhi's top order disintegrated early, losing openers Priyansh Arya and Sarthak Ranjan on single-digit scores to slip to 6/2. Pant's dismissal in the 11th over left them reeling at 50/3, which quickly became 55/5. Harsh Tyagi (43) and Shokeen (32) delayed the inevitable with some resistance, but Delhi eventually succumbed to their first loss of the competition. Meanwhile, Saurashtra secured a comfortable 74-run victory over Andhra, with Player of the Match Ankur Panwar's five-wicket haul proving to be decisive. Batting first, Saurashtra posted 254/7 in their 50 overs. Ruchit Ahir top-scored with a brisk 76 off 54 balls, striking seven fours and two sixes. Chirag Jani contributed a steady 69 off 96 deliveries, while Harvik Desai chipped in with 61 off 81 balls. For Andhra, Satyanarayana Raju claimed 3-45 runs in his 10 overs, with K S Raju picking up two. In reply, Andhra's batting collapsed as they were bowled out for 180 in 47.2 overs. Panwar wreaked havoc with figures of 5-27 in 10 overs, including two maidens, to dismantle the Andhra lineup. C. R. Nageshwar top-scored with 33, while Nithish Kumar Reddy, K. S. Raju, and M. Hemanth Reddy contributed 30, 30, and 29, respectively, but none could play a substantial knock. Chirag Jani, Hiten Kanbi, Parth Bhut, and Sammar Gajjar claimed a wicket each. Brief scores: Odisha 272/8 in 50 overs (Biplab Samantray 72; Hrithik Shokeen 4-27) beat Delhi 193 all out in 42.3 overs (Harsh Tyagi 43; Debabrata Pradhan 3-28) by 79 runs Saurashtra 254/7 in 50 overs (Ruchit Ahir 76; Satyanarayana Raju 3-45) beat Andhra 180 all out in 47.2 overs (CR Gnaneshwar 33; Ankur Panwar 5-27) by 74 runs Odisha 272/8 in 50 overs (Biplab Samantray 72; Hrithik Shokeen 4-27) beat Delhi 193 all out in 42.3 overs (Harsh Tyagi 43; Debabrata Pradhan 3-28) by 79 runs Also Read: Live Cricket Score Services 271/8 in 50 overs (Irfan Ali 103 not out; Anshul Kamboj 4-43) lost to Haryana 275/3 in 43.1 overs (Ankit Kumar 144 not out; Nitin Yadav 2/35) by seven wickets Article Source: IANS
ED seizes 5 crore in cash, jewellery worth 8 crore in money laundering case
The agency initiated probe based on more than 15 FIRs and chargesheets filed by the police in Haryana and Uttar Pradesh
Who Is Ajay Singhal? 1992 Batch IPSOfficer Appointed New Haryana DGP
As per officials, the government picked Ajay Singhal out of a panel of three senior IPS officers prepared by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC).
Who is IPS Ajay Singhal, 1992 batch officer and the new DGP of Haryana?
IPS Ajay Singhal has held several key operational and administrative positions during his career.
New Year's Day 2026 will bring fog to Delhi. The India Meteorological Department forecasts dense to very dense fog in the morning. Light rainfall is also possible in parts of the national capital. Similar conditions are expected in East Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Chandigarh, Odisha, and Punjab. Residents should prepare for challenging visibility.
Another Kashmiri man assaulted, forced to chant Vande Mataram in Haryana
Barely a week after a 28-year-old Kashmiri shawl seller was assaulted and intimidated in Uttarakhand, another young man in Haryanas Fatehabad was forced to chant Vande Mataram. A video of the incident has surfaced on social media showing a local man holding the Kashmiri vendor by the collar and asking him to say Vande Mataram Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
The Haryana Board of School Education has postponed the Class 12 Special Marks Improvement Examination. Originally set for January 6, 2026, the exams will now commence on January 21, 2026. Students should disregard the previous schedule. A new date sheet will be released soon on the official BSEH website. Strict exam rules will apply. Students must await further updates.
Punjab & Haryana High Court refuses to quash FIR against advocate over caste-based remarks
The Punjab & Haryana High Court has refused to quash criminal proceedings initiated against an advocate accused of making inflammatory, caste-laden remarks during a public meeting, observing that the allegations prima facie disclose cognisable offences warranting investigation. The single-judge Bench of JusticeVinod S Bhardwaj underscored that the fundamental right to freedom of speech and expression [] The post Punjab & Haryana High Court refuses to quash FIR against advocate over caste-based remarks appeared first on India Legal .
In a shocking case from Haryana's Faridabad, a 25 years old woman was raped for two hours in a moving van by two men, and was later thrown out of the car in a deserted Gurgaon-Faridabad road. Both suspects have been detained by crime branch and recovered the van.
A disturbing discovery was made in Haryana's Kaithal district as a woman's body was found stuffed inside a blue suitcase in a drain. Farmers alerted authorities after noticing dogs with the luggage. The unidentified victim, believed to be around 30, showed signs of strangulation.
The Haryana Government has amended the HPSC HCS examination rules through an official gazette, changing the mains exam structure. The main written examination will now have six compulsory papers totalling 600 marks, including English, Hindi and four General Studies papers. Rules clarify question paper language, selection ratios for mains and interview, minimum qualifying marks, and final merit preparation based on written and personality test scores. Ex-servicemen requirements and benchmark disability provisions are also specified clearly.
54 out of the 217 promises made in election manifesto last fulfilled: Haryana CM Nayab Saini
Saini said the resolve of his government was Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas aur Sabka Prayas
25-year-old raped by 2 men, thrown out of moving van on deserted road in Haryana
229 illegal liquor bottles seized at Pahadishareef
Hyderabad: The Prohibition and Excise Department officials on Monday, December 29, seized 229 bottles of illegal liquor during vehicle checks at Pahadishareef in Hyderabad. According to officials, the checks were conducted on the Pahadishareef-Hyderabad Airport road. The liquor was being smuggled into the city from Goa, Haryana and Delhi without payment of local taxes. The Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
BJP has given free hand to mining mafias in Haryana: Congress leader Surjewala
CHANDIGARH: Congress MP Randeep Singh Surjewala on Tuesday accused the BJP-led Haryana government of giving a free hand to mining mafias, leading to large-scale damage to the Aravalli hills. Surjewala said that even though the Supreme Court had stayed its earlier order, there was no check on blasting and mining in the Aravalli range in Haryana. The party general secretary alleged that the situation had turned villages and residential areas into unsafe zones. Surjewala said indiscriminate mining was underway in Usmapur village of the state's Mahendragarh district. He claimed that blasting was taking place just 350 metres from the village, with about 12 blasts daily and over 900 dumpers transporting minerals every day. He alleged that the explosions had caused cracks in houses, severe dust pollution and serious problems for residents, and even the cattle were not spared. The Congress leader claimed that the mining permission granted for over 33.10 hectares was being misused and accused the BJP of ignoring illegal mining and putting the environment and people's lives at risk.
Police have arrested two men from Hisar, Haryana. They are accused of running a fake stock trading application. A Delhi doctor was defrauded of Rs 22.7 lakh. The accused lured victims with promises of high returns. They used social media to target individuals. Victims were blocked after investing large sums.
Dense Fog Triggers Multi-Vehicle Collision On Delhi-Sonipat Road In Haryana, Injuries Reported
A multi-vehicle collision involving occurred on the Delhi-Sonipat road in Haryana amid dense fog in the National Capital Region on Tuesday morning.
BJP turned 'Vande Mataram' into language of hate: Congress leader Surjewala
CHANDIGARH: Congress leader Randeep Singh Surjewala on Tuesday alleged that the BJP had turned the slogan Vande Mataram, which signifies respect for the motherland, into a language of hatred. He accused the BJP of following a divisive political model in Haryana by repeatedly pitting communities against each other. He said the state has been divided along multiple lines over the years- Jat versus non-Jat, Punjabi versus Aggarwal, Ravidasia versus Valmiki among the poor, Sikh versus Hindu, and attempts to create divisions between Brahmins and economically weaker sections. The Rajya Sabha MP alleged that the party polarised communities in Mewat by dividing Hindus and Muslims. The leader said that the spread of hatred has reached such an extent that even Kaithal-Kapisthal, regarded as a sacred land associated with Lord Krishna's teachings, is witnessing people abusing and branding their own as outsiders. Appealing to the people of Haryana, especially the youth and farmers, he asked who was responsible for sowing the crop of hatred in a state known for feeding the nation through agriculture. He said the time for silence was over and urged people to rise above divisions and follow the message of love, duty and righteousness as taught in the Bhagavad Gita. When the law appears helpless before offenders, the only remaining hope lies in the collective conscience and wisdom of the people of Haryana, Surjewala said.
BJP turned Vande Mataram into language of hate: Surjewala
Congress leader Randeep Singh Surjewala on Tuesday alleged that the BJP had turned the slogan Vande Mataram, which signifies respect for the motherland, into a language of hatred. He accused the BJP of following a divisive political model in Haryana by repeatedly pitting communities against each other. He said the state has been divided along Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Fake stock trading app: Rs 22.7L cyber fraud busted in Delhi-NCR; 2 arrested from Haryana
Police in Delhi have busted a cyber fraud racket, arresting two men from Haryana for duping a doctor of Rs 22.7 lakh through a fake stock trading app. The accused lured victims with promises of high returns, showing initial profits before pressuring them to invest more. Once maximum funds were extracted, victims were blocked and defrauded.
INTERVIEW | Aravallis among the oldest mountain systems in world
After public outrage, the Supreme Court stayed November 20 order on the Aravalli mountain range, saying only hills with a height of 100 metres or more would be considered as part of the range. The 2010 Forest Survey of India report states only 8% of the nearly 12,000 hills in Rajasthan are higher than 100 metres. If such hills are excluded from the Aravalli range, questions arise about their legal and ecological protection, M K Pandit , former head of geology department at the University of Rajasthan, tells TNIE . Excerpts: How do you see the uproar over the November 20 order in the context of the environmental health of the Aravallis? The Aravalli range is a protective shield for North India. Its total length is about 692 km, of which nearly 80%around 550 kmlies in Rajasthan. Of the states total hills, only 1,048 are more than 100 metres high, meaning about 8.7% qualify under the new definition. Without the Aravallis, many rivers in North India would not exist. Forests, plant species, minerals, and invaluable ecological assets would be lost. According to internal FSI data, Rajasthan has 12,081 hilly areas with elevations above 20 metres. The Aravallis prevent desertification, recharge groundwater, and convert rainwater into seasonal rivers. They act as a barrier against dust storms and hot winds from the west. In essence, the Aravallis are the lifeline of Rajasthan, central to its water security, climate regulation, and ecological balance. INTERVIEW | Aravalli should be defined in terms of geology than height Why has illegal mining continued for decades? Illegal mining thrives due to collusion. Different states define Aravalli boundaries differently, creating confusion about permissible mining zones. This ambiguity allows the mining mafia to exploit loopholes. When and why did the Supreme Court intervene? In 1992, environmentalist M C Mehta approached it against illegal mining in Delhis Aravalli region. In 1996, illegal construction was banned, followed by a mining ban in Delhi-NCR in 2002. In 2009, mining was prohibited across the Aravalli districts, and action was ordered against illegal operators in Rajasthan and Haryana. In March 2024, the court directed the formation of a panel under the environment ministry. A Central Empowered Committee was formed that May. The SC accepted its recommendations on November 20. Why did the court adopt the 100-metre criterion? The concept traces back to American geologist Richard Murphy (1968), who suggested that landforms above 100 metres qualify as mountains. Rajasthan adopted this formula for its mining policy in 2003. The MoEFCC committee accepted this criterion, along with recommendations for scientific mapping, impact assessments, and bans in sensitive areas. SC stay on Aravalli order leaves BJP on the defensive in Rajasthan as Congress calls off agitation Does the height include slopes? Yes. A mountain includes the peak and all surrounding slopessteep or gradualup to where they end. What about smaller hills between two 100-metre peaks? If two Aravalli hills of 100 metres or more are within 500 metres of each other, they are treated as a single unit. All intervening land, including smaller hills, valleys, and mounds, is also protected, preventing mining or construction in between. The government claims most Aravalli areas are already protected. Is this right? Yes. Mining is prohibited in reserved forests, wildlife sanctuaries, national parks, and eco-sensitive zones. Legal mining is limited to mineral-rich zones. The greater concern remains illegal mining. Union Minister Bhupender Yadav has stated that only 0.19% of the total Aravalli area is under legal mining. How critical is the Aravalli range for wildlife? Extremely critical. The Aravallis host 22 wildlife sanctuaries and three tiger reserves. Species like leopards, hyenas, jackals, nilgai, porcupines, and numerous birds depend on this ecosystem. Sanctuaries like Ranthambore, Sariska, Mukundra owe their existence to the Aravallis.
INTERVIEW | Aravalli should be defined in terms of geology than height
Professor C R Babu is a leading environmentalist and ecologist from the University of Delhi, known for restoring degraded landscapes and biodiversity across the Aravalli region. Having explored the Aravallis across four states, the Professor Emeritus at Centre for Environmental Management of Degraded Ecosystems of DU explains its ecological impact and possible solutions with TNIE . Excerpts: What was the previous definition of the Aravallis, and how has the Supreme Court changed this definition? The Aravalli range has never had a precise definition comparable to the Himalayas or the Vindhyas, as it is an ancient geological landform shaped over billions of years by weathering and erosion. Estimated to be around 3.2 billion years old, it is far older than the Himalayas. The Aravallis largely exist as ranges, though in many states they appear as low hills or scattered boulders. In Delhi, especially around Mehrauli area, they survive mainly as isolated boulders, while extensive mining has erased large sections in Haryana. Rajasthan, particularly around Udaipur, retains more prominent hill formations, though areas like Ajmer are largely boulder-dominated. SC stay on Aravalli order leaves BJP on the defensive in Rajasthan as Congress calls off agitation What do you think of November 20 definition of the Aravallis given by the Supreme Court? It was entirely unscientific. I believe that the Aravalli should be defined in terms of geology rather than height. During my work as a member of the Western Ghats Ecology Expert Panel, we defined the Western Ghats based on geological characteristics and not just elevation. The Supreme Courts November 20 decision was ecologically untenable. I wonder how a judgment could operationalise mining while leaving areas above 100 meters intact. It appeared to be designed for mining and development purposes. Based on your conservation work, how do the Aravallis function ecologically, and how would mining affect them? The Aravallis act as a natural barrier, slowing the spread of the Thar Desert toward the Gangetic plains, and recharging aquifers. The Aravallis have immense potential for recharging groundwater, estimated to produce about 2 million liters/hectare of the landscape. Because Aravalli aquifers are interconnected, any disruption can destabilise the groundwater system, worsening drought in the already water-stressed Delhi-NCR. Proposed open-cast mining, not underground extraction, would cause irreversible damagedestroying habitats, fragmenting wildlife corridors used by leopards and hyenas, and degrading scrub forests and native tree cover vital for reptiles, pollinators, and grassland birds. Redefining the Aravallis also undermines their crucial role as a regional aquifer. One side the government is proposing mining in the Aravallis, while it is creating green wall on the other? It is ironic that while the government is proposing massive open-cast mining in the Aravalli region, it is simultaneously creating a green wall to restore it. Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated this wall, which is a commendable effort to rehabilitate the area. However, allowing open-cast mining will not only destroy existing vegetation, but also prevent new plants from surviving. In this situation, our green wall is bound to fail. Open-cast mining will also accelerate the advancement of the Thar Desert towards the Gangetic plains. How can India balance development with conservation of the Aravalli region? The current approach to mining in the Aravalli region is certainly not the solution. We are completely neglecting the natural ecological functions of the Aravalli landforms. This could ultimately jeopardise the Gangetic plains, which have been the food bowl of our country for centuries. It is crucial to strike a balance in the development process. Limited and scientifically regulated mining could meet our needs without harming the environment.
The conflict between the two leaders is nothing new and the duo had allegedly exchanged barbs during a debate on stage in 2018
Overall fall in criminal cases in 2025: Haryana Police
Planning New Year Travel? Dense Fog Across North India May Disrupt Journeys | Check Forecast
Dense fog disrupted flights and trains across Delhi, Haryana, Chandigarh, Punjab, Uttar Pradesh, and Northeast India, stranding thousands at Airports and Railway stations.
Kashmiri vendors harassed and threatened in two separate incidents in Haryana
In the video emerging from Kaithals Kalayat, a local man speaking in Haryanvi dialect is heard confronting the vendor sitting on a concrete bench asking him to chant Vande Matram
SC puts Aravalli definition order on hold amid lack of clarity concerns
Amid outcry from activists, the top court kept in abeyance its November 20 directions that accepted a uniform definition of the Aravalli hills and ranges and imposed a ban on granting fresh mining leases across areas in Delhi, Haryana, Rajasthan, and Gujarat until expert reports are submitted
ED raids multiple locations in NCR region in illegal loan settlement probe
NEW DELHI: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted searches across Delhi, Gurugram and Rohtak against Inderjit Singh Yadav, owner of Gem Records Entertainment, in a money laundering probe, the agency said on Monday. Yadav allegedly acted as a muscleman for coercive loan settlements between corporates like Apollo Green Energy and private financers, earning crores in commissions through intimidation and armed associates. Currently absconding in UAE, he's wanted in more than 15 cases, the probe agency said. The agency has conducted search operations on December 26 and December 27 at ten locations in Delhi, Gurugram and Rohtak against Yadav, his accomplices, Apollo Green Energy Ltd and other associated entities/persons under the provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002. The money laundering investigation has been initiated in connection with Inderjit Singh Yadavs illegal extortion, coercive loan settlement of Private Financers, arms intimidation and earning commission from such illegal activities, the agency said. The federal investigative agency had initiated the probe on the basis of more than 15 FIRs registered and chargesheets filed by Haryana Police and UP Police under various sections of Arms Act, BNS 2023 and IPC 1860 against Inderjit Singh Yadav and his associates. In the FIRs, it has been alleged that Yadav, owner and key controller of Gem Records Entertainment Pvt. Ltd. (operating as Gems Tunes), is a known strongman involved in criminal activities like murder, extortion, coercive settlements of loans given by private financers, fraud, cheating, illegal land grabbing, and violent offences. Yadav is wanted in various cases of Haryana Police and is currently absconding and operating from UAE, the agency said. The agency said that certain corporate houses like Apollo Green Energy Ltd and others allegedly borrow huge sums of money in cash from Dighal, Jhajjar-based private financers and issue post-dated cheques as security. Investigation also revealed that Inderjeet Singh Yadav acted as a strongman and enforcer, facilitating coercive settlement of these high-value private loan transactions and financial disputes running into hundreds of crores of rupees. These settlements were allegedly executed through threats, intimidation and the use of armed associates and local armed gangs with the involvement of organised crime syndicates operating from abroad. In this process of settlement, he allegedly earned hundreds of crores as commissions from these corporations, the agency said. The income so generated by Inderjit Singh Yadav from these fraudulent ways running into crores were allegedly used for acquisition of immovable properties, luxury cars and maintaining luxurious life while declaring minimum income tax returns. The search and seizure operation resulted in seizure of five luxury cars, bank lockers, cash amounting to Rs 17 lakhs, various incriminating documents, digital devices and digital data related to Inderjit Singh and his accomplices, the agency said. The search also uncovered that a website was developed and operated by Yadav for loan settlement between corporate houses and private financers. Further, during the search operation, it is revealed that various movable & immovable assets were acquired in the name of Inderjit Singh Yadav and his family members from the Proceeds of Crime. Further investigation is under progress, the agency added.
Haryana Library Gets 2 Ribbon-Cuttings As Rivalry Between BJP Ministers Flares Up
Atal Bihari Vajpayee Memorial Library in Faridabad saw two inaugurations by rival BJP leaders Krishan Pal Gurjar and Vipul Goyal, highlighting ongoing tensions between the two
Dense fog likely to persist for next forty-eight hours in most parts of Punjab, Haryana: IMD
ED conducts searches in Delhi, Haryana in coercive private loan settlements case
Investigations were initiated based on more than 15 FIRs and chargesheets filed by the police in Haryana and U.P. against the accused, aknown strongman involved in criminal activities like murder, extortion, coercivesettlements of loans..., the ED stated
The Enforcement Directorate has seized five luxury cars, bank lockers, cash amounting to Rs 17 lakhs, various incriminating documents, digital devices and digital data related to now United Arab Emirates (UAE) based wanted criminal Inderjit Singh Yadav and his accomplices, the agency said on Monday.
Welcome SC order on Aravallis, formation of new panel to study issue: Union Environment Minister
NEW DELHI: Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav on Monday welcomed the Supreme Court's decision to stay its order accepting a uniform definition of the Aravalli hills and ranges, and said the government stands committed to its protection and restoration. The apex court kept in abeyance the directions in its November 20 verdict that had accepted a uniform definition of the Aravalli hills and ranges recommended by a committee of the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MOEFCC). It also proposed to constitute a high-powered committee comprising domain experts to undertake an exhaustive and holistic examination of the issue. I welcome the Supreme Court directions introducing a stay on its order concerning the Aravalli range, and the formation of a new committee to study issues. We stand committed to extending all assistance sought from MOEFCC in the protection and restoration of the Aravalli range, Yadav said in a post on X. As things stand, a complete ban on mining stays with regard to new mining leases or renewal of old mining leases, he added. The top court on November 20 accepted a uniform definition of the Aravalli hills and ranges and banned the grant of fresh mining leases inside its areas spanning Delhi, Haryana, Rajasthan and Gujarat until experts' reports are out. The apex court had accepted the recommendations of a committee of the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change on the definition of the Aravalli hills and ranges to protect the world's oldest mountain system. The committee had recommended that Aravalli Hill be defined as any landform in designated Aravalli districts with an elevation of 100 metres or more above its local relief, and an Aravalli Range will be a collection of two or more such hills within 500 metres of each other.
Intense cold sweeps Punjab, Haryana; dense fog reduces visibility at many places
Hisar in Haryana was the coldest place, shivering at 2.1 Celsius, three degrees below normal
Supreme Court stays November 20 verdict, to revisit definition of Aravalli hills and ranges
The Supreme Court on Monday stayed its November 20, 2025 judgment that had limited the definition of the Aravalli hills and ranges to landforms rising at least 100 metres above the local terrain. The apex court has decided to revisit the contentious issue and proposed the formation of a high-powered expert committee to examine questions relating to the hills elevation, ecological significance, and permissible mining in the region. The matter is being heard in a suo motu case titled IN RE: DEFINITION OF ARAVALLI HILLS AND RANGES AND ANCILLARY ISSUES by a bench comprising Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Justices J K Maheshwari and A G Masih. The court has issued notices to the Centre, state governments, and other stakeholders, and listed the matter for further hearing on January 21, 2026. The November 20 ruling had accepted a uniform definition of the Aravalli hills and ranges based on recommendations from a Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC) committee. According to that definition, an Aravalli Hill is any landform in designated Aravalli districts with an elevation of 100 metres or more above local relief, while an Aravalli Range is a collection of two or more such hills within 500 metres of each other. The court had also banned the grant of fresh mining leases in these areas until the submission of expert reports. The Aravalli Hills and Ranges, stretching from Delhi through Haryana and Rajasthan to Gujarat, are among Indias oldest geological formations. Historically recognised across 37 districts, they serve as a natural barrier against northern desertification and play a critical role in biodiversity conservation and groundwater recharge. The development signals a potential relook at the earlier judgment, highlighting the ecological, developmental, and legal debates surrounding one of the countrys most important mountain systems.
CHANDIGARH: Amid concerns over the recent 'redefinition' of the Aravalli, the oldest mountain range in the country and a fragile ecological shield for north India, now the Waterman of India and Ramon Magsaysay Awardee Rajendra Singh has written to the Chief Justice of India on it. He warned that the new definition of the Aravalli could open protected areas to fresh mining and development and allow the Thar Desert to advance towards Delhi. In the letter Rajendra Singh wrote, There is no 100-meter hillock along the Delhi-Haryana border. Thus, I believe it may open all those protected areas of the Aravalli for new mining and development and facilitate bringing the Thar desert to Delhi. The Aravalli is not an object; it is an ecosystem of hills with gentle slopes. Winds, the monsoon, groundwater reserves, water harvesting systems, vegetation, forests, wildlife, and all forms of biodiversity together have shaped the Aravalli over millions of years, it added. The letter noted that the geographical significance of the Aravalli is well known to all, and the Supreme Court has acknowledged this significance many times. Even before our origin, the Aravalli has played a role in the formation of the Himalayas, the seas, and the Sahyadri ranges around it. At a time when climate change is afflicting the masses, when the air has become so polluted that even breathing has become difficult, can we even imagine causing any kind of harm to the Aravalli? he asked, asserting that mining and development damaging the range must be rejected. What is needed today is to keep the Aravalli safe and to make it green and flourishing so that we may be protected from natural disasters. Any kind of mining or any activity, including development that harms the Aravalli must be rejected, the letter stated. He concluded that today, there is a need for the same judicial consciousness. Also, in another letter to the Supreme Court by the Constitutional Conduct Group (CCG), a collective of former civil servants has also expressed deep anguish over its orders, which have set aside the rules and regulations put in place to safeguard the countrys environment and ecology. The letter stated, We write because of our deep anguish concerning certain recent Supreme Court orders which have set aside the rules and regulations put in place to safeguard our countrys environment and ecology. Three recent orders of the Supreme Court have led us to fear that the last bastion meant to uphold the constitutional provisions to protect and conserve our natural world and the right to life of the people of India is crumbling before the onslaught of rich and powerful vested interests, it stated. The letter read, The Aravalli range, most of which is below 100 meters in height, is estimated to be around 670 million years old and acts as a natural barrier slowing the spread of the Thar Desert, stabilising micro-climates, and recharging aquifers. The new definition will potentially exclude from environmental protection over 90 per cent of the Aravalli range, opening it up to mining and construction and practically removing its ability to be a dust barrier for the Delhi-NCR region. It will also actively allow the advance of desertification into Delhi-NCR. The new definition will, additionally, result in habitat loss and fragmentation of wildlife corridors, affecting leopards, hyenas and other animals. It will also result in the degradation of scrub forests and native tree cover that support reptiles, pollinators, and grassland birds. The new definition will, moreover, demolish the role the Aravallis play as an aquifer. The Aravallis have the immense potential of recharging groundwater at approximately 2 million litres per hectare of the landscape. The aquifers are interconnected, and any disturbance or alterations in the pattern can significantly alter the groundwater regime, causing drought in the National Capital Region, an area already reeling under fast-depleting groundwater levels, it stated. The letter noted that the court has ordered a scientific mapping and sustainable mining plan (MPSM) for the Aravallis to be prepared by the MoEFCC. It is dismaying to learn that it is a committee of the MoEFCC that has proposed such an unscientific and destructive definition of the Aravallis, abdicating its mandate of conservation to facilitate mining. The outcome of the court authorising this very same ministry to prepare a sustainable mining plan is predictable: large-scale mining will be taken up with the stamp of approval of the court, giving it finality against litigation. The impact of such mining on the Air Quality Index in Delhi-NCR, a region that is already choking due to lack of breathable air, can only be imagined, it read. Our fervent plea to the Supreme Court is to prioritise the health of its citizens, the letter concluded.
SC to hear suo motu case concerning 'definition' of the Aravalli range
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court's three-judge special vacation bench is expected to hear the suo motu cognisance case it has taken on the crucial issue concerning the definition of the Aravalli range on December 29. The hearing assumes significance as the top court will hear the matter on several key points that require consideration for a broader view on the issue of the definition of Aravalli. The three-judge vacation bench led byCJI Surya Kant and Justices J K Maheshwari and Augustine George Masih is likely to hear the case. The matter was listed asCase | In Re: Definition of Aravalli Hills and Ranges and ancillary issues, in the top court for hearing. In its judgment on November 20 this year, the Bench led by the then Chief Justice BR Gavai accepted the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC) committee's recommended operational definition for the Aravali Hills and Ranges in the context of mining. The apex court, while acceptinga uniform, scientific definition of the Aravalli hills, imposed a ban on fresh mining leases across Delhi, Haryana, Rajasthan and Gujarat until expert reports are finalised. Verdict of a disappearing shield: How the Aravallis edge towards erasure The court also approved the recommendations of the committee, aimed at protecting the Aravallis, regarded as the worlds oldest mountain system. The Supreme Court had, in its verdict, emphasised that uncontrolled mining poses a great threat to the ecology of the nation and directed uniform criteria to safeguard it. Their conservation is thus vital for ecological stability, cultural heritage, and sustainable development. The court had earlier directed the Centre to prepare a comprehensive Management Plan for Sustainable Mining before any new mining activity is permitted in the ecologically fragile region. It is to be noted that the Aravalli Hills are among Indias oldest geological formations, stretching from Delhi through Haryana, Rajasthan, and into Gujarat. Aravalli move to finish small hills, worsen NCR air: Jairam to minister Historically, they have been recognised across 37 districts by state governments, with their ecological role noted as a natural barrier against northern desertification and a protector of biodiversity and water recharge. Although the Bench allowed existing mines to operate only in strict compliance, described the Aravallis role as a green barrier against desertification and biodiversity loss. Amidst the severe apprehension that the recent change in the definition of Aravalli may be unchecked and lead to unregulated and illegal mining, the Supreme Court had, on Saturday, takensuo motu cognisance of the matter and decided to hear it today. The apex court took the matter on a suo motu basis, after a hue and cry by thepublic, environmentalists, civil society members and others expressing their apprehensions about the revised definition of the Aravalli hills, which may cause illegal mining and impact groundwater level, among others. Save Aravalli, Save Life drive gains currency in Rajasthan
Man held for sexually exploiting two sisters in Bengaluru
BENGALURU: A 28-year-old married cloth shop owner has been arrested for allegedly sexually abusing two sisters, including a minor. Under the pretext of love and promising marriage, the accused cheated the 26-year-old woman and duped her of Rs 20 lakh and 200 grams of gold ornaments. The accused Shubhamshu Shukla, a native of Haryana, has been living in Bengaluru for the past four years. He was staying in a rented house in Dasarahalli. His wife, however, resides in his native place. Shukla and the victim lived in the same locality. He allegedly first befriended the victims minor sister and sexually abused her. He later developed a relationship with the victim, a 26-year-old woman, and the two entered into a live-in relationship for a few months. During this period, he allegedly sexually exploited the woman under the false promise of marriage. The police added that during the relationship, the accused allegedly collected more than Rs 20 lakh from the victim multiple times. When she later found that he was already married and confronted him, he reportedly promised to obtain a divorce and continued to extract money from her. Following this, the victim filed a complaint. A case under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act has been registered. The accused was arrested a week ago.
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Supreme Court saved Aravalis for 20 years, and PMO on two occasions
The Supreme Court has consistently safeguarded the Aravalis for two decades, banning mining and groundwater extraction. Despite PMO interventions to prevent dilution of construction norms in ecologically sensitive zones, recent government reports appear to favor mining. Activists highlight ongoing efforts, particularly from Haryana, to permit non-forest activities under the guise of recreation, challenging the court's conservation directives.
The DGP directed the Special Task Force (STF) to maintain a live watchlist of 100 violent offenders across the State
Foggy weather conditions to prevail in Punjab, Haryana & HP till Dec 31
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Punjab, Haryana reel under intense cold; Hisar coldest 2.5 degrees Celsius
Punjab and Haryana are experiencing severe cold, with Hisar recording the lowest minimum temperature at 2.5 degrees Celsius. Many areas were covered in thick fog, reducing visibility. Chandigarh recorded a low of 5.6 degrees Celsius, while Faridkot in Punjab was the coldest at 3.4 degrees Celsius.
Aravalli definition row: Supreme Court to hear suo motu case on December 29
Environmentalists have warned that the revised definition could open up vast stretches of the ancient mountain range across Haryana, Rajasthan and Gujarat to mining activities
SRINAGAR: The Jammu & Kashmir Students Association (JKSA) on Saturday said it has taken strong cognisance of yet another disturbing incident in which a Kashmiri shawl vendor was harassed, abused, and heckled in Kaithal Haryana. It said such repeated acts of intimidation against innocent Kashmiri traders are deeply condemnable and reflect a worrying pattern of []
J&K students association says another Kashmiri shawl seller assaulted
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SC takes suo motu cognisance of row over definition of Aravalli range, hearing on Monday
NEW DELHI: Amidst the severe apprehension over the redefinition of Aravalli hills, the Supreme Court has on Saturday took suo motu cognisance of the matter and decided to hear it on December 29, Monday. The matter is to be heard by a three-judge bench of the apex court, headed by the CJI Surya Kant and Justices J K Maheshwari and Augustine George Masih on December 29, Monday. The matter was listed as, Case | In Re: Definition of Aravalli Hills and Ranges and ancillary issues, in the top court for hearing on Monday. The apex court took the matter on suo motu basis, after major protest by the public, environmentalists, civil society members and others expressing their apprehensions about the revised definition of the Aravalli hills. They worried that the change may lead to indiscriminate illegal mining and impact groundwater level among others. Socio-environmental activist and lawyer Hitendra Gandhi wrote a letter to CJI Kant, seeking review of 100 Metre test rule pertaining to Aravalli issue. Gandhi also wrote a letter to the President of India in this regard. Low ridges, water recharge areas have to be protected. 100 Metre rule risks excluding large ecologically integral parts that may not meet numerical height threshold but remain functionally critical, the letter of Gandhi said. Rajasthan Dy CM accuses Congress of politicising Aravalli redefinition row as protests continue across state In its judgment on November this year, the bench led by the then Chief Justice BR Gavai (Now retired) accepted the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC) committee's recommended operational definition for the Aravali Hills and Ranges in the context of mining. The Supreme Court had in its verdict emphasised that uncontrolled mining here poses a great threat to the ecology of the nation and directed uniform criteria to safeguard them. Their conservation is thus vital for ecological stability, cultural heritage, and sustainable development. The court had earlier directed the Centre to prepare a comprehensive Management Plan for Sustainable Mining before any new mining activity is permitted in the ecologically fragile region. It is to be noted that Aravalli Hills are among Indias oldest geological formations, stretching from Delhi through Haryana, Rajasthan, and into Gujarat. Historically, they have been recognised across 37 districts by state governments, with their ecological role noted as a natural barrier against northern desertification and a protector of biodiversity and water recharge.
Dense fog likely in isolated pockets of Punjab, Haryana till Dec 30
Cold wave, dense fog grip north and east India
Large parts of north and eastern India continued to reel under intense cold and dense fog on Saturday, disrupting normal life and prompting weather warnings across several states. Sub-zero temperatures were recorded in Kashmir, while parts of Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, Jharkhand and West Bengal reported cold day or cold wave conditions, according to the India Meteorological Department. In Uttar Pradesh, dense to very dense fog prevailed across many districts, with daytime temperatures remaining well below normal. Gorakhpur recorded a maximum of 13.2 degrees Celsius, 7.4 degrees below average, while Prayagraj saw a high of 16.8 degrees Celsius, down by over six degrees. Varanasi, Bareilly, Etawah, Bahraich and Barabanki also reported daytime temperatures four to six degrees below normal. Minimum temperatures in the state ranged between 6 and 11 degrees Celsius, with Etawah recording a low of 6.2 degrees. In Lucknow, the maximum temperature stood at 18 degrees Celsius, while high humidity levels contributed to gloomy conditions. The weather department forecast dense fog during late night and morning hours, with dry weather likely to continue. Rajasthan also witnessed cold and dry conditions, with fog reported at isolated places in the Udaipur and Kota divisions. Karauli was the coldest location in the state, recording a minimum temperature of 3.1 degrees Celsius. Jaipur registered a low of 9.6 degrees, while Barmer recorded the highest maximum temperature in the state at 29 degrees Celsius. The weather is expected to remain cold and dry in the coming days. Punjab and Haryana remained in the grip of intense cold, with dense fog enveloping several areas. In Punjab, Ballowal Saunkhri in Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar district was the coldest at 4.4 degrees Celsius. Gurugram recorded the lowest temperature in Haryana at 4.9 degrees Celsius. Chandigarh recorded a minimum temperature of 6.9 degrees Celsius. Dense fog also covered the national capital on Saturday morning, while air quality remained in the very poor category. The overall Air Quality Index stood at 355 at 9 am, according to data from the Central Pollution Control Board. Delhi recorded a minimum temperature of 7.8 degrees Celsius, with foggy conditions likely to persist through the day. Cold weather conditions prevailed across West Bengal as well, with Darjeeling emerging as the coldest place in the state at 5.8 degrees Celsius. In the plains, Alipurduar recorded a minimum of 8 degrees Celsius. Shallow to moderate fog is likely to continue over parts of the state over the next few days, the IMD said. In Jammu and Kashmir, night temperatures dipped below freezing at most places due to clear skies. Srinagar recorded a low of minus 2.6 degrees Celsius, while Sonamarg was the coldest place in the Union Territory at minus 5.8 degrees. The weather office has forecast generally dry conditions till December 29, with the possibility of rain and snowfall around New Years Eve. Jharkhand also witnessed cold wave conditions, with the mercury dropping below 10 degrees Celsius in several districts. Gumla recorded the lowest temperature at 3.6 degrees Celsius. The IMD issued a yellow alert for cold wave conditions in six districts, warning that the cold spell is likely to persist till Sunday morning. Amid the severe cold, at least four members of a family, including three children, died of suffocation in Bihars Saran district after a fire was lit in a closed room to keep warm. Two others were found unconscious and were admitted to hospital. Police said the incident occurred early Saturday morning in the Bhagwan Bazar area. A forensic investigation has been initiated, and the case is being probed from all angles. (With inputs from PTI)
No Law To Punish Woman Protecting 'Raja Beta': High Court In Rape Case
The Punjab and Haryana High Court has commuted a man's death sentence for the rape to rigorous imprisonment for life, and acquitted his mother, observing there is no IPC section to punish her for rying to protect her Raja beta.
Punjab, Haryana reel under intense cold; Sonamarg coldest at minus 5.8 degrees Celsius
Srinagar recorded a minimum temperature of minus 2.6 degrees Celsius on Friday night, nearly three degrees down from 0.2 degrees Celsius on the previous night, they said.
Chandigarh Diary |Rise of another son in SAD politics likely
Anantveer Singh Badal, son of Shiromani Akali Dal president Sukhbir Singh Badal, was seen campaigning in Lambi seat for zila parishad and block samiti polls. A graduate in economics, he moved in a cavalcade, meeting youngsters, touching elders feet and posing for photographs. Partys old timers accompanying him claimed that the young Badal might be launched into politics from traditional family seat. This came days after Sukhbir declared that he would contest 2027 assembly polls from Gidderbaha. He had also hinted at his son joining politics soon. Lambi was represented by Parkash Singh Badal for five straight terms before losing in 2022. Haryana set to get new DGP on January 1 Haryana is set to get a new DGP on January 1, as the officiating incumbent OP Singh retires on December 31. The UPSC prepares a panel of three IPS officers and sends it to the state government for selecting the DGP. On December 16, the state sent the records of five officers -- Shatrujeet Kapur (1990 batch), SK Jain (1991 batch), Ajay Singhal (1992 batch), Alok Mittal and Arshinder Chawla (both of 1993 batch). The UPSC has sought the status of the FIR in which former DGP Kapur is named. Kapur was divested of the DGP post on December 14 after his name figured in former IGP Y Puran Kumars suicide note. Dont cross limits: LoP warns Himachal officials Former Himachal Pradesh chief minister and leader of the Opposition Jai Ram Thakur alleged that some officers were acting against the BJP at the behest of the Congress-led state government and cautioned them against acting under political pressure. He accused the Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu government of doing vendetta politics against the BJP. Do not cross the limits. Very little time is left; officers and leaders violating law under pressure should remember that accountability will be fixed. The next government will act strictly, but within legal framework, Thakur warned. This comes days back Deputy Chief Minister Mukesh Agnihotri hit out at officials. Harpreet Bajwa Our correspondent in Chandigarh hsbajwa73@gmail.com
CB Jammus SCW files chargesheet in admission fraud case
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Child rapist-killer must be jailed till 'virility sunset': Punjab and Haryana high court
A man convicted of raping and murdering a five-year-old girl will spend 30 years in prison without remission. The Punjab and Haryana High Court commuted his death sentence, stating his incarceration is necessary to prevent future crimes. The court emphasized the need for societal change to protect children and women from such barbaric acts.
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HC reduces mans death penalty in minors rape, murder
Chandigarh: The Punjab and Haryana High Court has commuted a mans death sentence for the rape and murder of a five-and-a-half-year-old girl to rigorous imprisonment for life, and acquitted his mother, observing there is no IPC section to punish her for trying to protect her Raja beta. Sentencing the convict to rigorous imprisonment for life Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Youth Congress to hold 'Aravalli Satyagraha Yatra' from January 7-20
The Yatra will begin in Gujarat and pass through Rajasthan and Haryana before concluding in Delhi
JAIPUR: Despite the Centre's assurance that no new mining leases will be granted in the Aravalli range, the political controversy over the protection of the ancient mountain system continues to intensify in Rajasthan. On Friday, the National Students Union of India (NSUI) organised a protest march in Jaipur as part of its campaign to save the Aravallis. The march was attended by Congress National General Secretary Sachin Pilot and NSUI state president Vinod Jakhar. Sachin Pilots son, Arhaan Pilot, also took part in the rally, marking his first appearance at a political protest. The Congress will continue its campaign on Saturday by holding a public awareness march in Alwar led by AICC General Secretary Bhanwar Jitendra Singh, Rajasthan Congress president Govind Singh Dotasra, Leader of the Opposition Tikaram Jully, and AICC media coordinator Pawan Khera. Former Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot has also been consistently raising this critical issue on social media. Earlier, on Wednesday, a petition was submitted to the Presidents Secretariat in the name of President Droupadi Murmu opposing the definition that considers only hills with an elevation of 100 metres or more as part of the Aravalli mountain range. The petition demanded that the definition be revised on the basis of ecological and environmental considerations. The petition was filed by Charmesh Sharma, former director of the Rajasthan Seed Corporation and a Congress leader from Bundi, who has been vocal on Aravalli conservation. A complaint has also been filed with the National Human Rights Commission on the same issue. Row over Aravalli redefinition intensifies in Rajasthan even as Centre announces mining ban Congress sources say that while the party has staged protests on issues such as changes related to the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MNREGA) and the National Herald case, they have not generated a widespread public response. In contrast, they claim there is huge public concern over the Supreme Courts decision related to the Aravalli range, with several social and environmental organisations openly expressing opposition. They argue that Rajasthan remains central to the issue, as nearly 90 percent of the Aravalli range passes through the state. According to departmental sources, the Aravalli hills extend over more than 50,000 square kilometres across 20 districts of Rajasthan. Of this, only about 8,000 to 10,000 square kilometres fall under areas with an elevation of 100 metres or more. Officials said the exact extent of the Aravalli range will be determined only after the preparation of the Master Plan for Sustainable Management (MPSM) by the Union Ministry of Environment. The Congress has indicated that protests may intensify in the coming days. Rajasthan Congress president Govind Singh Dotasra recently said the party is preparing a strategy to hold demonstrations at district, block, and state levels in 19 districts of the state. Political observers also suggest the party may consider coordinated movements in Gujarat, Rajasthan, Haryana, and Delhi, where the Aravalli range extends. The issue has put the BJP on the defensive, with senior leaders largely avoiding detailed public responses. While Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav has defended the governments position, Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma has assured that no harm will come to the Aravalli range. Opposition leaders, however, claim these assurances have yet to address public concerns.
Cold wave conditions grip Bihar, Punjab, Haryana; IMD issues orange alert in Bihar
People have been advised to take necessary precautions, particularly during early morning hours
Punjab and Haryana High Court bans tree felling in Punjab following forest depletion
Taking strong displeasure over Punjabs low forest cover, the Punjab and Haryana High Court has ordered the immediate suspension of all tree-cutting activities across the state, directing that no tree of any species or age shall be cut without prior permission from the Court until further orders. The Division Bench of Chief Justice Sheel Nagu [] The post Punjab and Haryana High Court bans tree felling in Punjab following forest depletion appeared first on India Legal .
Haryana witnessed significant events in 2025. A senior IPS officer's alleged suicide and a terror module bust dominated headlines. The ruling BJP secured more electoral victories, winning civic polls. The state also faced challenges with heavy rains and floods.
