Gurgaon gets 66.5mm rain in a week, 58% above normal as Haryana records 31% deficit
Furlough should not be a free pass
Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh received his seventeenth furlough after a 2017 rape conviction. He has spent 435 days outside prison since his sentencing. Haryana's law allows furlough for good conduct and rehabilitation incentives. However, the state law excludes 'hardcore convicted prisoners' from temporary releases. Singh's murder convictions for criminal conspiracy prevent his classification as hardcore.
After rain havoc, Haryana plans 100 recharge structures to tackle Gurgaon waterlogging
Haryana minister Panwar clarifies: CM Saini made no announcement on Meghwal demand
Haryana CM Saini admits rise in extortion cases, says govt cracking down on gangs
From washing utensils in Kolkata to a career-best 167: Shahbaz's cricket journey
Shahbaz Ahmed left civil engineering studies in Haryana to chase cricket dreams in Kolkata, 1,500km from home. Facing financial hardship, he washed dishes and lived in modest club quarters while training. His breakthrough came with Tapan Memorial, followed by Bengal, IPL and India selection. After slipping from contention, Shahbaz returned strongly with 167 runs and 3/20 for East Zone.
Schools closed tomorrow, August 28? Check state-wise Raksha Bandhan, rain holiday list
Schools holiday tomorrow, August 28: Raksha Bandhan 2026 falls on Friday, August 28, with schools in several states set to observe a holiday. Uttar Pradesh, Delhi-NCR, Haryana, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Bihar and Uttarakhand are expected to remain closed, while Jharkhand has restored its holiday. Schools in several southern and northeastern states may remain open, with private institutions following their own calendars.
In Haryana, provocative pop picks guns and goons
In Haryana, folk music has given way to Haryanvi pop over the past decade, marking a generational shift and taking the local music industry to international platforms. Part of this trend are themes of guns, gangs, and hooliganism, with many such songs garnering millions of views, leading to police complaints and ban orders by courts, finds Ashok Kumar
Call ghee by its name: Haryana bans 'ghee for puja or havan'
18 Rounds, Point-Blank: How Haryanvi Singer Ankit Balyan Was Gunned Down Outside Gym In UP
Ankit Balyan, a 32-year-old Haryanvi singer and YouTuber from Shamli, was shot dead in a point-blank attack outside a gym on Wednesday evening. Police said four attackers allegedly arrived on two motorcycles and fired around 18 rounds as Balyan walked towards his Scorpio SUV. He was rushed to a nearby hospital but was declared dead on arrival. Police teams are examining CCTV footage from the gym and surrounding areas and probing a possible Haryana link and the motive behind the killing. The murder triggered protests by Balyans family, supporters and villagers, who blocked the Delhi-Muzaffarnagar Road and demanded immediate arrests. Balyan had more than 3.66 lakh YouTube subscribers and was known for Haryanvi songs and performances. No arrests had been made till late Wednesday night.
18 rounds, 5 bullets: How Haryanvi singer was gunned down outside gym
Haryanvi singer Ankit Balyan was shot dead outside a gym in Shamli district. Four assailants on two motorcycles opened fire as Balyan exited the gym. Police are examining CCTV footage and investigating a possible link to Haryana. Protests erupted after the murder, with demonstrators blocking a major road. No arrests have been made, and the investigation is ongoing.
1 Kashmir-tested antibiotic among 199 samples flagged in CDSCOs July alert
Srinagar, Aug 26:A Cefpodoxime dispersible tablet sample tested through DTL, Dalgate Srinagar has failed description test, and is listed among the 199 flagged samples found Not of Standard Quality by Central Drugs Standards Control Organisation (CDSCO). The country-wide alert includes medicines, cosmetics and medical devices found NSQ or misbranded. One product, Diabetes All Powder has been declared spurious. The spurious drug sample tested at Chattrapati Sambhajinagar Lab in Maharashtra raises serious concerns about a formulation that was being sold for life-threatening disease diabetes. The CDSCO has a robust network of laboratories across states and UTs for ensuing quality healthcare formulations, disposables, devices and other items in healthcare. The batch of Cefpodoxime Dispersible Tablets Nexopod-100DT is an antibiotic sample reported by the Drug Testing Laboratory (DTL), Dalgate, Srinagar. It has been included among 199 drug, cosmetic and medical-device samples flagged by the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) in its July 2026 State Drug Alert. The antibiotic sample was recorded as failing the Description test. The product Cefpodoxime Dispersible Tablets Nexopod -100DT, with batch number BL-033E25 is the NSQ sample listed. Its manufacturing date is listed as May-2025, while the expiry is Apr-2027. The manufacturer has been identified as Austin Pharmaceuticals Ltd. Antibiotics remain among the medicines routinely used across clinics and hospitals. The CDSCO's July alert covers a broad range of pharmaceutical and healthcare products, including antibiotics, antidiabetics, antihypertensives, analgesics, gastrointestinal medicines, cardiovascular drugs, corticosteroids, antiepileptics, vitamin and mineral preparations, including injections. It also lists medical devices and cosmetic products. The 199 samples have been flagged under different categories of quality and compliance failures, involving parameters such as assay, dissolution, disintegration, identification, description, pH, sterility, uniformity of weight, content of active ingredients and compliance with label claims. Many products have been classified as misbranded. The July list contains several other antibiotic formulations including Cefixime Dispersible Tablets IP. Many formulations of Amoxycillin and Potassium Clavulanate Tablets IP, a commonly prescribed antibiotic combination have failed quality tests. A Levofloxacin Tablets IP 500 mgandCefpodoximeProxetil-Clavulanic Acid have also been listed as NSQ. Pantoprazole Tablets IP, manufactured by Finecure Pharmaceuticals, is among the products listed, alongside Methotrexate Tablets IP 7.5 mg manufactured by Macmillon Pharmaceuticals, Calcium and Vitamin D3 Tablets IP manufactured by Cureza Healthcare, Pregabalin Capsules IP 300 mg manufactured by Divine Medicare, Itraconazole 100 mg manufactured by MK Healthcare. The July alert also includes Calcium and Vitamin D3 Tablets IP. Failures extend to injections and topical medicines. Shockingly, Oxytocin Injection IP 5 IU/ml. The July 2026 State Drug Alert reflects quality-control findings reported by laboratories across multiple jurisdictions, including Punjab, Rajasthan, Odisha, Kerala, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Goa, Gujarat, Haryana, Jharkhand, Telangana, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Delhi, Tripura, Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir and Chandigarh.
Former CM Bhupinder Hooda Criticizes BJP for Gurugrams Decline
Chandigarh, August 27: Former Haryana Chief Minister Bhupinder Hooda has expressed strong criticism of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), claiming they have completely ruined Gurugram, once developed as a Millennium City by Congress. Hooda, the leader of the opposition, stated that during the Congress tenure, Gurugram was transformed into a modern, world-class IT hub. However, ... Read more Former CM Bhupinder Hooda Criticizes BJP for Gurugrams Decline
Haryanas Soil Health Card Scheme Proves Beneficial for Farmers in Jind
Jind, August 27: The Soil Health Card Scheme initiated by the central government is proving to be a boon for farmers in Jind district, Haryana. Farmers report that this scheme provides them with accurate information about their lands fertility and nutrient content, enabling them to achieve higher yields at lower costs. Farmers have shared that ... Read more Haryanas Soil Health Card Scheme Proves Beneficial for Farmers in Jind
Forest patch used to build road to factory in Haryana
Directs Haryana Govt To Submit Action Taken Report
Haryana steps up flu watch, says no need to panic
Haryana begins vacancy mapping for ex-Agniveer quota recruitment
Gram sabhas to verify welfare beneficiaries across Haryana
Haryana monsoon session set for stormy showdown as opposition lines up bank fraud, jobs, crime
Haryana Singer Ankit Baliyan Shot Dead: Police Launch Investigation
Shamli, August 26: A shocking incident has occurred in Shamli, Uttar Pradesh, where Haryana singer Ankit Baliyan was shot dead by unidentified assailants. The incident took place on Wednesday evening as Baliyan was leaving the gym. Shamli police reported that they received information via Dial 112 that Ankit Baliyan, a resident of Bantikheda, was shot ... Read more Haryana Singer Ankit Baliyan Shot Dead: Police Launch Investigation
28% medals, 2% population: Rs 14cr for 24 Haryana athletes after Commonwealth Games haul
Sumits Comeback: Boxer quits to support family; battles injury to reach Asian Games
Haryana boxer Sumit Kundu overcame his fathers death, financial hardship and a career-threatening knee injury to rebuild his career. He quit boxing as a teenager to work as a security guard, but his village helped him return. After winning national and international medals, Kundu missed the Paris Olympics due to injury but made a remarkable comeback, securing his place for the Commonwealth and Asian Games.
Shooter Suruchi Singh Proud to Represent India at Asian Games 2026
New Delhi, August 26: Shooter Suruchi Inder Singh Phogat has been selected to represent India at the Asian Games 2026. However, her journey from Bhiwani, Haryana, to this prestigious platform has not been easy. Suruchi expresses her pride in representing her country on such a grand stage. Suruchis first encounter with shooting at the Guru ... Read more Shooter Suruchi Singh Proud to Represent India at Asian Games 2026
Haryana CM awards Rs 1.5 crore each to CWG 2026 medallists
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Wait Till 2047. All Will Be Fixed: Haryana MP To NDTV As Gurugram Sinks
According to the BJP MP, the flaw lies with Gurugram's planning 60 years ago, when planners didn't realise that the city would grow at this pace
Gurugram MP Meets Haryana Chief Minister Over Waterlogging Concerns
Union Minister of State and Gurugram MP Rao Inderjit Singh met Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini in Chandigarh to discuss the persistent waterlogging issues in Gurugram, amid growing concerns over urban infrastructure and monsoon-related disruptions.
AAP MLA now flags hazardous waste dumping along borders with HP, Haryana
Isolated rain likely in Gurgaon on Wednesday, showers may continue in Haryana through week
Mining-hit Haryana areas left out of Aravali panel visit, say experts
Haryana pitches speed, policy stability to investors in Mumbai outreach
Court Halts SC MBBS Counseling at GMCH Chandigarh Amid Certificate Controversy
Chandigarh, August 25: The Punjab and Haryana High Court has issued a stay on the SC category MBBS admission counseling at GMCH Chandigarh. The controversy revolves around the validity of bonafide and migrant certificates. Lawyer Pradeep Sharma alleged that GMCH initially accepted applications and fees from SC candidates based on a prior notification. However, they ... Read more Court Halts SC MBBS Counseling at GMCH Chandigarh Amid Certificate Controversy
Haryana To Host Rs 10,000 Crore Green Industrial Park In Hisar Under Avaada Pact
Godrejs 20,000 crore Haryana plan promises thousands of jobs, but where exactly will the investment flow?
Avaada Group plans Rs 10,000 crore green industrial campus in Haryanas Hisar
Avaada Group plans to invest around 10,000 crore to develop a 300-acre green industrial campus in Hisar, Haryana. The Zero-CBAM project, aimed at helping industries meet global carbon requirements, is expected to create more than 5,000 jobs.
Avaada inks MoU with Haryana for 10,000 crore Zero-CBAM Green Industrial Campus
The proposed campus is envisioned as a next-generation green industrial ecosystem, powered by reliable, traceable and round-the-clock renewable energy; the project is expected to create more than 5,000 jobs
Haryana DHE PG Admission 2026-27 1st Merit List (Final) released on 24/08/2026. Check important dates, application fee, required documents, and fee payment schedule, plus the direct merit list link at highereduhry.ac.in.
ED seizes Rs 3.6 crore in bogus Input Tax Credit raids in UP, Haryana
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Rape convict Gurmeet Ram Rahim out of jail again for 21 days, 17th such parole since 2017
Dera Sacha Sauda chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh, who is serving a 20-year prison sentence for raping two of his disciples, has been granted a 21-day furlough yet again, marking his 17th temporary release from prison since his conviction in 2017. Ram Rahim walked out of the high-security Sunaria jail in Haryanas Rohtak early Tuesday and is set to stay at the Dera Sacha Sauda headquarters in Sirsa during the furlough period.
National Security Guard Launches First All-Women Commando Course In Haryana
The gruelling 12-week course is curated to mould selected women warriors into physically indomitable, technically astute and operationally razor-sharp commandos.
The India Meteorological Department has issued district-wise nowcast warnings for the next two to three hours, with a red warning in Delhi and orange warnings across parts of Uttar Pradesh, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Haryana and...
Gurmeet Ram Rahim Gets 21-Day Parole, His 17th Temporary Release Since 2020
Dera Sacha Sauda chief and self-styled godman Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh walked out of Haryana's high-security Sunaria jail in Rohtak early Tuesday after being granted a 21-day parole. This is his 17th temporary release since 2020. Ram Rahim was previously granted
KCL provides backbone to India
NEW DELHI, Aug 24: India will look to continue its dominance in kabaddi at the upcoming Asian Games in Japan, with seven of the 12 players representing the country at the quadrennial showpiece event coming from the Kabaddi Champions League (KCL) ecosystem.KCL is a professional franchise-based kabaddi tournament in Haryana that provides a competitive platform []
Haryana pitches strategic partnership as MoUs worth 66,000 crore signed
The state outlined sector-specific growth plans and measures aimed at attracting investment, strengthening industries and expanding economic opportunities across districts
Unauthorised entry wont be allowed in Haryana govt. schools: Education Minister
Safety of students cant be compromised for political publicity,says Mahipal Dhanda; move comes after CJP activists visit schools in State and allege deficiencies in infrastructure, quality of meals
Six arrested for running fake airline job racket; victims from Delhi, neighbouring States
Six accused ran call centre from Noida, posing as airline HR executives to collect 7,00010,000 from job aspirants in Delhi, Punjab, Haryana and Chandigarh.
Haryana Congress protests FIRs, arrests of youth workers in Gurgaon
Haryana orders 100% flu testing amid H1N1 surge
Haryana CM holds roundtable with investors to boost industrial growth
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After 13 marks rise to 31, Haryana panel flags GJUST re-evaluation delay
Haryana inks MoUs worth Rs 66Kcr in Mumbai, CM offers 5 guarantees to investors
Haryana CM assures investors of policy stability as MoUs worth Rs 66,000 crore signed in Mumbai
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Haryana Farmers Benefit from PM-KUSUM Scheme with Solar Pumps
Jhajjar, August 24: The PM-KUSUM (Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahabhiyan) scheme has brought significant relief to farmers in Haryana through the use of solar pumps for irrigation. Farmer Parveen Kumar from Khajpur village in Jhajjar district shared how the government subsidy for solar pumps has simplified his farming and nursery operations. With ... Read more Haryana Farmers Benefit from PM-KUSUM Scheme with Solar Pumps
Haryana Cong protests FIRs, arrests of youth workers in Gurgaon
Haryana sanitation workers strike: Minister warns of action if workers obstruct govt clean-up
Godrej Properties Ltd (GPL) is expected to be a key driver of the Groups expansion, with plans to invest 16,000 crore in Haryana by FY28.
From Haryana To Punjab: Why The BJP Is Betting On Satish Poonia
Satish Poonia is back to his signature style of election management. He is building grassroots poll blueprints, replicating his structured Haryana campaign approach.
Work from home advisory issued for August 25 in Gurugram after heavy rain triggers traffic chaos
Authorities in Haryana's Gurugram have once again issued a work-from-home advisory following heavy rainfall in the city, which has led to widespread waterlogging and traffic congestion at several places on Monday. The district administration has...
Godrej Industries Group plans to invest 20,000 crore in Haryana
Godrej Industries Group on Monday said it plans to invest about Rs 20,000 crore in Haryana with the potential to create around 40,000 jobs. The group has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Haryana Government in the presence of Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, outlining its future investment plan in the state, Godrej Industries Group (GIG) said in a statement. The proposed investments will build on the group's existing footprint in the state. GIG has invested approximately Rs 12,000 crore in Haryana to date and employs around 9,000 people across its businesses, it added. The group's real estate firm Godrej Properties Ltd (GPL) will be a key driver of the investment plans. Having invested approximately Rs 11,000 crore in Haryana to date, GPL plans to invest a further Rs 16,000 crore by FY28, it added. The company currently has 18 projects across Gurugram, Sonipat, Faridabad, Panipat and Kurukshetra, with its future projects expected to create more than 11,000 jobs. Godre
Haryana Secures Rs 20,000 Crore Godrej Investment Commitment Through New MoU
Godrej to invest 20,000cr in Haryana, create 40,000 jobs
Godrej Industries Group has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Haryana government to invest 20,000 crore in the state.
Godrej Industries Group signs MoU with Govt. of Haryana
Commits investment of Rs 20,000 cr and creation of 40K jobs in Haryana
Godrej Industries to invest 20,000 crore in Haryana, create 40,000 jobs
The group has signed a memorandum of understanding with the state government with the investment expected to create around 40,000 jobs
Godrej Industries group signs pact to invest 20,000 crore in Haryana state
Godrej Industries group signs pact to invest Rs 200 billion in Haryana
Godrej Industries Group plans a substantial Rs 20,000 crore investment in Haryana. This initiative is expected to generate approximately 40,000 new employment opportunities across the state. Godrej Properties Limited will lead this expansion, investing an additional Rs 16,000 crore by FY28. Godrej Ventures will also invest Rs 3,500 crore in Gurugram's office infrastructure. These combined efforts will significantly boost Haryana's economic development and employment landscape.
Shocking Incident in Haryana: Woman Accused of Murdering Husband and Dismembering Body
Kurukshetra, August 24: A shocking incident has emerged from Kurukshetra, Haryana. A woman is accused of murdering her husband and dismembering his body. The police reported that she jumped from the roof of their rented home after being confronted by the landlord. The victim has been identified as Rajesh, who lived with his wife, Vimla ... Read more Shocking Incident in Haryana: Woman Accused of Murdering Husband and Dismembering Body
Haryana woman kills husband, cuts open abdomen; puts intestines in bag
Kurukshetra, Aug 24 (IANS) In a gruesome incident in Haryanas Kurukshetra, a woman allegedly killed her husband and severely mutilated his body before jumping from the terrace of their rented home after being confronted by their landlord, officials said. The deceased, identified as Rajesh, lived with his wife, Vimla Devi, in a rented house near []
ED Raids Nine Locations in Uttar Pradesh and Haryana Over
Lucknow, August 24: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted raids on Monday at nine locations, including Muzaffarnagar and Ghaziabad in Uttar Pradesh and Faridabad in Haryana. This operation is part of an investigation into an alleged money laundering case linked to fraudulent input tax credit (ITC) claims. The searches are being carried out under the Prevention ... Read more ED Raids Nine Locations in Uttar Pradesh and Haryana Over 10.28 Crore Fake Tax Credit Scam
ED raids 9 locations in UP, Haryana over Rs 10.28 crore bogus ITC case
Officials said the investigation also found that funds were allegedly withdrawn in cash through multiple bogus or non-existent entities, further indicating the suspected use of shell entities for routing and layering the proceeds generated through the fraudulent ITC transactions
Kuldeep Sharma Calls for Removal of Deepender Hooda from CWC Over Controversial Remarks
New Delhi, August 24: Former Speaker of the Haryana Assembly and Congress leader Kuldeep Sharma has written to Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, demanding the removal of party MP Deepender Hooda from the Congress Working Committee (CWC). This request follows Hoodas alleged comments referring to Sajjan Kumar, convicted for the 1984 anti-Sikh riots, as a role ... Read more Kuldeep Sharma Calls for Removal of Deepender Hooda from CWC Over Controversial Remarks
Haryana CM Saini praises state contributions at Mumbai summit
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Haryana reshuffles school education powers, key decisions go to minister, CM
Opening, Closing of Govt Schools, Naming Institutions After Martyrs, Freedom Fighters and Eminent Personalities Under Minister; High-Level Appointments, Transfers and Larger Policy Matters With CM
The Jat, non-Jat fault line in Haryana
The Opposition is shifting the debate from transparency to employment worries
Nangal Chaudhary hub gets rail link, Haryana eyes global logistics leap
Woman kills husband in brutal knife attack in Haryana, later jumps from rooftop
In a shocking incident on Saturday, a woman reportedly murdered her husband in Kurukshetra using knives. Rajesh, a water supplier, suffered life-threatening abdominal injuries, including an open abdomen with protruding intestines. A post-mortem examination uncovered missing sections of his liver and right kidney. The couple had been residing together in Kurukshetra for approximately one year.
Sanitation strike disrupts garbage collection across Haryana, confrontations escalate
Haryana Congress leaders seek action against Deepender Hooda over Sajjan Kumar remarks
Former Haryana Assembly Speaker Kuldip Sharma has written to Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge seeking Deepender Hoodas removal as a permanent invitee to the Congress Working Committee
Sajjan remark: Cong leader seeks Deepender Hooda's CWC ouster
Congress MLA and former Haryana Assembly Speaker Kuldeep Sharma has urged Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge to remove Rohtak MP Deepender Singh Hooda from the Congress Working Committee (CWC) over his remarks praising former party leader Sajjan Kumar.
Congress Criticizes Government Over Sugar Crisis and Rising Unemployment
Kaithal, August 23: Congress General Secretary Randeep Singh Surjewala has targeted both the central and state governments over rising unemployment, inflation, and sugar prices in Haryana and across the country. He stated that Haryana is facing a severe crisis, with the most significant threat being the future of its youth. Despite having education, skills, and ... Read more Congress Criticizes Government Over Sugar Crisis and Rising Unemployment
Haryana CM flags off first goods train from Mahendragarh logistics hub
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Sajjan Kumar role model row: Haryana Cong leader urges Kharge to remove Hooda from CWC
Jammu Kashmir-Born Lawyer Appointed Additional Judge of Punjab and Haryana High Court
SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir native Monica Chhibber Sharma has been appointed an Additional Judge of the Punjab and Haryana High Court and took oath along with eight other newly appointed judges. She was administered the oath by Acting Chief Justice Ashwani Kumar Mishra on Saturday, following the issuance of her warrant of appointment by President []
Haryana chief minister to lead investment outreach in Mumbai ahead of 2027 summit
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Congress Faces Turmoil Over Deepender Hoodas Remarks on Sajjan Kumar
Chandigarh, August 23: Congress leader and former Haryana Assembly Speaker Kuldeep Sharma has written to the partys national president, Mallikarjun Kharge, demanding the removal of Deepender Hooda from the Congress Working Committee (CWC). Sharma accused Hooda of praising Sajjan Kumar, who was convicted in the 1984 anti-Sikh riots case, leading to outrage within the Sikh ... Read more Congress Faces Turmoil Over Deepender Hoodas Remarks on Sajjan Kumar
Cong leader demands Deepender Hooda
Chandigarh, Aug 23 (IANS) Congress leader and former Haryana Legislative Assembly Speaker Kuldeep Sharma has written to Congress National President Mallikarjun Kharge demanding the removal of party leader Deepender Hooda from the Congress Working Committee (CWC) over his remarks allegedly praising 1984 Sikh riots convict Sajjan Kumar. According to Sharma, Hoodas remarks praising Sajjan Kumar []
Haryana UG Admission 2026: Provisional Merit List Out Today
The Department of Higher Education, Haryana, has released the provisional merit list for UG admissions 2026. Check your rank, verify details, and complete the mandatory fee payment between August 25 and 27 to secure your seat.
Haryana CM calls for double-engine government to address Punjab
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