Interview | Most oppressed need to be empowered: Kishor Makwana
Several states, including Telangana, Andhra Pradesh and Haryana, have recently sub-classified Scheduled Caste (SC) categories to give targeted benefits to historically marginalised SC sub-groups. The move follows last years Supreme Court ruling on sub-classification of SCs and STs, which ignited a widespread debate on its political and social consequences. In an exclusive interview with Preetha Nair, Kishor Makwana, Chairman of the National Commission for Scheduled Castes (NCSC), shares his views on various SC community issues. Excerpts: The Telangana government recently conducted a caste survey and divided the SCs into three groups to ensure the effective distribution of welfare benefits, government schemes, and reservations. Do you support it? Telangana has followed the SC verdict on sub-classification and has done its bit. However, I believe it is essential that the last person, the most oppressed among Dalits, be prioritised and empowered. Several states, such as Haryana and Andhra Pradesh, are also going ahead with sub-classification. However, NCSC opposed the idea in the past. Can the states implement it, given the legal hurdles? The SC ruling empowers state governments to take a more nuanced approach by creating sub-categories within these groups. The Commission is committed to ensuring that every individual, especially those at the very bottom of the socio-economic ladder, has access to the resources, education, and opportunities needed to break free from the cycle of poverty and oppression. The Central government is yet to spell out its stand on the sub-categorisation of SC/STs. No comments. The SC has also proposed excluding the creamy layer among SC/STs from reservations. The Centre has opposed this. What is the Commissions view? Reservation is not meant to be a tool for economic empowerment alone; it is fundamentally about achieving social equality. Dr BR Ambedkar envisioned reservation as a means to address the social backwardness faced by the SCs and STs. In his view, affirmative action was intended to uplift communities oppressed and marginalised based on caste, allowing them to break free from the chains of social inequality. I agree that casteism still exists. However, things are slowly changing. Prime Minister Modi, in his policies, has expressed a commitment to fulfilling Ambedkars vision by protecting the rights of marginalised communities and improving their social status. Through various initiatives and the continued implementation of affirmative action policies, the Modi government seeks to align with Ambedkars ideal. Thus, the aim of reservation remains firmly rooted in addressing social backwardness and not just economic disparities. Certain sub-groups within the larger SC category face systemic discrimination and economic hardships. Empowering the most marginalised requires targeted policies that go beyond mere categorisation. I agree that the issue needs more discussion. Everyone wants to prioritise the empowerment of the most marginalised individuals and the last person to be uplifted. Only when the most vulnerable individuals are lifted can true progress and equality be achieved for all. Opposition parties favour a nationwide caste census to acquire empirical data on social issues. They cite the Telangana sub-categorisation, which has been done based on empirical data. The Congress party was in power for 70 years. Why did they wake up now? They should have conducted a caste census during their tenure. The reason is that the Congress didnt want the Dalits to get their rights. Many also argue that sub-classification will fragment the SC/ST community and exacerbate existing social tensions. The argument is not correct. I have met representations from several Dalit groups and other stakeholders. Everyone wants the most marginalised groups to be empowered, ensuring that even those often overlooked and excluded from mainstream society can thrive. Should Dalit Muslims and Dalit Christians be given SC status? The Commission is against providing the same benefits of reservation to Dalits converting to other religions. That is against the spirit of the Indian Constitution and Dr Ambedkars vision. For him, the caste system, which is deeply embedded in Hindu society, was the primary source of the oppression that Dalits faced. Dalit converts, who leave Hinduism due to its perceived caste-based discrimination, may be contradictory in demanding reservation while rejecting the religion that originally assigned them to these oppressed categories.
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Haryana men, Tamil Nadu women teams reign in National under-23 basketball
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Boxing: Minakshi stuns World champion Nitu in semis
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Teenager alleges mother sold her for Rs 5 lakh, forced her into flesh trade in Haryana
LUCKNOW: A case of human trafficking has come to light, with a 17-year-old girl accusing her mother of selling her for Rs 5 lakh and forcing her into the flesh trade in Gurugram. The victim stated that she somehow managed to escape from her mothers clutches and returned to her village under the Rewna police station area in Kanpur. However, instead of rescuing her, the Rewna police handed her back to her mother. The teenager alleged that her mother wanted her to engage in wrongful activities. When she resisted, her mother and her associates threw her off the roof in Gurugram, causing a broken spine. She is currently undergoing treatment at Lala Lajpat Rai Hospital in Kanpur. According to the victim, she hails from a village in Kanpur Dehat but had been living in a rented house with her parents in Gurugram. She claimed that her mother was arranging her marriage to the landlord's son, who was 10 years older than her, in exchange for Rs 5 lakh. Upon learning this, the minor fled Gurugram with her father's help and arrived at her uncles place in Kanpur Dehat on 17 March. She later went to her maternal grandparents' village under the Rewna police station area. She then lodged a complaint at Rewna police station against her mother and her associates, but no action was taken. When her mother found out about her whereabouts, she came to the village on 18 March with the landlord, Shammi Thakaran, Raju, and another person, attempting to forcibly take her away. Villagers opposed this and called the police. However, when the police arrived, they handed her back to her mother instead of ensuring her safety. Meanwhile, Rewna police personnel dismissed the allegations as baseless, claiming that the teenager had been forcibly brought to the village by her uncle. DCP (South) Dipendra Nath Choudhary said he visited the hospitalised girl on Sunday to check on her condition. He stated that the incident took place in Gurugram, Haryana, and that based on the complaint from the girl and her family, a report would be filed and the case transferred to Gurugram.
PM Modi to inaugurate Hisar airport, new power unit in Haryana
CHANDIGARH: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Haryana on April 14 to inaugurate air services from Maharaja Agrasen International Airport in Hisar and lay the foundation stone for an 800 MW unit at the Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram Thermal Power Plant in Yamunanagar. These projects aim to enhance regional connectivity and strengthen the states power infrastructure. Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini said, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Haryana on April 14 and will gift two major projects to the people of the state. These include the foundation stone laying of a new 800 MW unit at the Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram Thermal Power Plant in Yamunanagar, built at a cost of Rs 7,272.06 crore, and the inauguration of air services from Maharaja Agrasen Airport in Hisar. Saini stated that an Integrated Aviation Hub is being developed over 7,200 acres in Hisar, with 4,200 acres allocated for the airport and 3,000 acres for an Integrated Manufacturing Cluster. The airports development is divided into three phases, with the first phase already completed at a cost of Rs 50 crore, including a terminal building. In the second phase, a 3,000-metre-long runway has been constructed, enabling Airbus aircraft with up to 180 passengers to operate. On June 13, 2024, a memorandum of understanding (MoU) was signed with Alliance Air to start air services to five cities: Ayodhya, Jammu, Jaipur, Ahmedabad, and Chandigarh, Saini said. He further added that the Airports Authority of India (AAI) applied for a licence from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) on January 23 this year, and on March 13, the DGCA issued the licence to the AAI. The chief minister also reaffirmed in his budget speech on March 17 that flights from Hisar to Ayodhya, Jaipur, Chandigarh, Ahmedabad, and Jammu would soon begin. Regarding the power project, Saini said, The Union Ministry of Power has granted approval to Haryana Power Generation Corporation Limited (HPGCL) for setting up this third unit at the Yamunanagar-based thermal power plant. This project is an expansion of the existing 2300 MW units at the facility. The project has a completion deadline of 52 months, with commercial operations expected to commence within 48 months. He added that with the addition of the 800 MW unit, Haryanas domestic power generation capacity will increase to 3,382 MW. Currently, the state has an installed power capacity of approximately 14,000 MW, of which 2,582 MW is generated by HPGCL. The project has already received clearance from the Union Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change, along with approval from the Haryana State Pollution Control Board. Saini further announced that a state-level event will be held to mark the birth anniversary of Babasaheb Dr B.R. Ambedkar. The Prime Ministers presence as the chief guest of the programme will serve as an inspiration for the younger generation and boost morale across the state, he said. Dr B.R. Ambedkar dedicated his life to uplifting the underprivileged and backward communities, providing society with a unifying path through the Indian Constitution. To ensure that his life and contributions continue to inspire future generations, this event is being organised, he added.
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SC Collegium recommends transfer of Justice Yashwant Varma to Allahabad HC amidst cash row
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court Collegium, in meetings held on March 20 and 24, 2025, recommended the repatriation of Justice Yashwant Varma , Judge, High Court of Delhi, to the High Court of Judicature at Allahabad, according to an official statement. Chief Justice of India (CJI) Sanjiv Khanna had earlier formed a three-member committee comprising Justice Sheel Nagu, Chief Justice of the Punjab & Haryana High Court, Justice G.S. Sandhawalia, Chief Justice of the Himachal Pradesh High Court, and Justice Anu Sivaraman, Judge of the Karnataka High Court, to investigate allegations against Justice Varma. CJI ordered the committe aside from an in-house inquiry following a report from Justice Upadhyaya. Justice Upadhyaya's report to the CJI contains material with regard to official communication that says four to five semi-burnt sacks of Indian currency notes were found from the judge's Lutyens home. Justice Varma has strongly denounced the allegations in the cash-discovery row and said no cash was ever placed in the storeroom of his residence either by him or any of his family members. In his response to the high court chief justice, Justice Varma said the allegation of cash discovery from his residence clearly appeared to be a conspiracy to frame and malign him. Cash-discovery row: Delhi HC withdraws work from Justice Yashwant Varma Earlier, the Allahabad High Court Bar Association (HCBA) had expressed strong opposition to the proposed transfer. The HCBA stated, We were taken aback that the Supreme Court has transferred Justice Yashwant Varma back to Allahabad High Court. The association said that the court should not be treated as a rash bin and reiterated its zero-tolerance stance on corruption. The HCBA had also highlighted concerns about the existing shortage of judges in the Allahabad High Court, noting that new appointments have been pending for years. They bar association also slammed the lack of consultation with the Bar during judicial appointments, suggesting that this oversight has contributed to issues of corruption and eroded public trust in the judiciary. (With inputs from Online Desk)
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Indias mangoes, millets and biryani attracted visitors at London expo
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Government begins mustard procurement in Haryana, Assam
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Patna Diary | Muslim groups boycott Iftar party over CM Nitish's support of Waqf Bill
Perhaps for the first time in his political career, Nitish Kumar faced flak from Muslim organisations; Imarat Shariah declined the Bihar CMs invitation for an Iftar party hosted by the state at the CMs 1, Anne Marg residence on Sunday, citing his support to the Wafq (Amendment) Bill as reason. Accusing Nitish of failure to keep his promise to protect rights of Muslims, Imarat Shariah said with JD(U) lending support to Wafq Bill, Nitish no longer remains a secular leader: This development may come as a rude shock to the JD(U) ahead of the Assembly elections due in October-November. BJP eyes 3 crore Bihar migrant workers Celebrating Bihar foundation on March 22 every year is not new. However, for the first time, the BJP decided to celebrate the states foundation day outside Bihar apparently to woo the nearly three crore Bihari migrant workers ahead of state assembly polls. To that effect, week-long functions are being held at 75 locations across the country. As a major chunk of Bihar migrants live in Delhi, Gujarat, UP, West Bengal, Haryana and Assam, BJP is organising a host of events as part of the week-long Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat Sneh Milan to gain traction among these people. Govenrment expresses concern over Bhatinda violence The Bihar government has taken a strong exception to the incident in Punjabs Bhatinda where students from the state were attacked recently. Bihar chief secretary Amreet Lal Meena spoke to his Punjab counterpart over reports of an attack on students from Bihar at a private university in Bhatinda. Meena said he spoke to Punjab chief secretary over the issue, saying the latter has assured the situation was under control and a strict vigil is being maintained by the concerned authorities. DyCM Samrat Chaudhary demanded the Punjab government provide adequate security to Bihar students. However, attack on native students at a distant state has left Bihar in shock. Ramashankar Our correspondent in Bihar ramashankar@newindianexpress.com
Jaspreet Kaur breaks powerlifting national record, Sheetal edges Payal for gold in archery
NEW DELHI: Punjab powerlifter Jaspreet Kaur grabbed a share of the spotlight with two 'special' archers as she bettered her own the national record in 45kg category to win the gold on the fourth day of the Khelo India Para Games (KIPG) here on Sunday. The 31-year-old became the first athlete in this edition of KIPG to break a national record, surpassing her previous best of 100kg set in 2023, when she also won gold in the same event. I wanted to perform even better this time around. Shattering a national record has also helped me climb up the national rankings, Kaur told SAI Media. Gaining 16kg in strength over two years was no easy feat, and Kaur underwent intense training, researched new techniques, and adjusted her diet to maintain peak fitness. However, her biggest challenge was dealing with anxiety. I made my debut in 2022 at the nationals. So, I always felt I was quite new to the sport. It took me a while to realise that to develop strength and muscle, it would take time. It does not happen overnight. It took me three years to deliver such performances, said Kaur, who had polio at the age of three. Meanwhile, Manish set a new national record in the 54kg category, lifting 166kg to claim gold. In a highly anticipated compound archery open category final, Jammu and Kashmirs armless archer and Paralympics medallist Sheetal Devi edged out Odishas quadruple amputee Payal Nag to win gold. Defending champion Sheetal, 18, came from behind to defeat 17-year-old Payal 109-103 in their final match. Payal, who lost all four limbs due to electrocution as a child, competes using prosthetic legs. Despite the sunny conditions in the national capital, the archers delivered fierce competition. Among other notable results, 40-year-old Rakesh Kumar and 30-year-old Jyoti Baliyan clinched gold medals in their respective events. Jharkhands Vijay Sundi triumphed over Haryanas Vikas Bhakar 6-4 in the mens recurve open gold medal match, while Haryanas Pooja edged out Maharashtras Rajshri Rathod by the same scoreline to win the womens recurve open gold. Veteran para archer Adil Mohammed Nazir Ansari of Maharashtra, 44, successfully defended his title in the W1 mens event, adding another gold to his tally after winning in the 2023 edition. At the Karni Singh Shooting Range, Uttar Pradeshs Sumedha Pathak caused a major upset in the womens 10m air pistol SH1 category, defeating 2024 Paralympics medallist and tournament favourite Rubina Francis to claim gold. Maharashtras Sagar Balasaheb Katale emerged victorious in the mixed 10m air rifle prone SH2 category, beating Tokyo Paralympian Swaroop Mahavir Unhalkar, who settled for silver. By the end of Day 4, Tamil Nadu topped the medal tally with 22 golds, followed by Haryana with 18. Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan secured 13 gold medals each.
NHM workers protest to meet CM, police disperse them with mild force in Kurukshetra
National Health Mission (NHM) workers in Kurukshetra protested to present their demands to Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini. Unable to meet the CM directly, their memorandum was received by DC Neha Singh. A forceful police response followed when NHM workers turned violent after the meeting.
Cash row: Probe in key stage, findings to decide fate
A three-member panel led by the Chief Justice of India (CJI) Sanjiv Khanna has been formed to probe the discovery of four to five semi-burnt sacks of Indian currency notes found after a fire at the residence of Delhi High Court judge Yashwant Varma. The incident, which occurred on March 14, has triggered an in-house inquiry, with the findings determining the judge's fate. The panel, consisting of Chief Justices Sheel Nagu (Punjab and Haryana), G S Sandhawalia (Himachal Pradesh), and Karnataka High Court judge Anu Sivaraman, will conduct a deeper probe into the allegations. Justice Varma has denied any knowledge of the cash being stored in the storeroom. The inquiry follows the Delhi High Court Chief Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya's report that recommended a deeper investigation. The top court's 2014 guidelines for in-house procedures for probing allegations against judges will be followed during the inquiry. The panel's findings could lead to either the removal of the judge, if the misconduct is deemed serious, or a reprimand. The inquiry will also determine if the fire was indeed a short-circuit as initially reported.
Haryana CM launches one-time settlement scheme-2025 to provide relief to traders
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The Haryana government's public relations department is now posting social media content in Punjabi along with Hindi and English, which is appreciated by language activists. This move aims to cater to the significant Punjabi-speaking population in northern districts, with calls for more inclusive actions in state institutions.
Wrestler-turned-gangster Manjeet Dalal held at Delhi`s Singhu Border
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CJI forms probe panel after HC CJ's report, cop video
The Chief Justice of India (CJI) Sanjiv Khanna has ordered an in-house inquiry into allegations against a Delhi High Court judge, Justice Yashwant Varma, after reports of burnt cash being found at his residence. The inquiry will be conducted by a three-member committee headed by Justice Sheel Nagu, Chief Justice of the Punjab and Haryana High Court. The allegations stem from a report by the Delhi High Court Chief Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya, who stated that four to five semi-burnt sacks of Indian currency notes were found at Justice Varma's residence following a fire. Justice Varma has strongly denied the allegations, calling them a conspiracy to frame him.
IGU To Launch Inaugural Sixes Format For Juniors
Golf Sixes Junior Tournament: Indias golf landscape is on the brink of a thrilling transformation, as the Indian Golf Union (IGU) will organise the first-ever Golf Sixes Junior Tournament on Monday at the DLF Golf & Country Club in Gurgaon. Organised in partnership with the world golf rules governing body, The R&A, Golf Sixes is designed to make the sport more dynamic, accessible, and engaging for young players with its six-hole, team-based structure, opening the door for golf to become as popular and appealing to Indias youth as shorter formats of cricket like T20 and T10. Indian Golf Union (IGU) president Brijinder Singh, expressed his excitement and confidence that the new version of golf will create a wave of interest among the younger generation. We can expect a comparable success story. Just as T20 revolutionised cricket by shortening the game and making it more dynamic and spectator-friendly, this new format of golf does the same. It condenses the sport into a more exciting and engaging experience, allowing a new generation to enjoy the thrill of the game in a shorter time frame. Similarly, Six-Hole Golf could capture the attention of younger players and audiences, potentially driving a significant rise in the sport's popularity, Brijinder Singh said in a statement. The collaboration between the IGU and The R&A also underscores a shared commitment to long-term growth. By focusing on players aged 12 and under, the tournament directly contributes to growing the sport from the grassroots level. The inaugural tournament will feature players from six states/union territories in North India: Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh and Chandigarh. Each team will comprise of two players. These regions, each with their own golfing talent pools, will bring a diverse array of young players to the tournament, showcasing the increasing interest in junior golf across the country. The collaboration between the IGU and The R&A also underscores a shared commitment to long-term growth. By focusing on players aged 12 and under, the tournament directly contributes to growing the sport from the grassroots level. Also Read: Highest tax paying cricketers Article Source: IANS
Haryana: 3 children among 4 dead in Bahadurgarh house blast
Chandigarh, Mar 23: Four people including three children and a woman were killed while another was injured in an explosion at a house in Bahadurgarh of Jhajjar district, police said on Sunday. The police said that Harpal Singh, in whose house the blast occurred, was injured and has been admitted to Rohtak PGI. Four members [] The post Haryana: 3 children among 4 dead in Bahadurgarh house blast appeared first on Northlines .
IPL 2025 A Huge Chance For Axar To Be An Effective Leader For Delhi Capitals
Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: Over the past year, Axar Patels stocks within Indian cricket has significantly increased. The all-rounders significant contributions with both bat and ball were instrumental in Indias victories in the 2024 Mens T20 World Cup and the 2025 Champions Trophy. If this wasnt enough, Axar was made the vice-captain in Indias 4-1 T20I series win over England earlier this year. Shortly after winning his second ICC title with the Indian team in Dubai, Axar was made the captain of the Delhi Capitals one of the three original franchises to have not won the Indian Premier League (IPL) title yet. Having witnessed Axar Patels growth firsthand as Gujarats captain, Priyank Panchal believes hes well-suited to lead DC effectively in IPL 2025. Ill go back to his early days when he started playing for Gujarat, he always was a good all-rounder. He always used to do his bowling really well. He was naturally talented, but he needed to do the hard work to carry that talent forward to big heights especially in his batting. He was the captain of the Gujarat team at the under-19 level. When Gujarat became the champions of 2016-17 Ranji Trophy, he was the captain for a few matches. So, he knows how to do this captaincy thing. Since he has been vice-captain of Delhi Capitals for quite some time, this is just a natural progression for him. As someone who has seen him from his early days, I feel that Axar will easily fit into the role of a captain because he doesnt panic much, and is very calm and composed. I would say that its a great opportunity for him if Delhi Capitals wins the IPL from here, as he is someone who one cannot even underestimate him as a captain and an all-rounder, said Panchal in an exclusive conversation with IANS. Last years match against Royal Challengers Bangalore marked Axars only previous appearance as DCs captain in the IPL, as his predecessor Rishabh Pant was absent due to a one-match ban for a slow over-rate offence. Axar also led his domestic team Gujarat during the 2024-25 Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, where they missed out on a spot in the knockouts as Baroda and Saurashtra had a higher net run rate. Subsequently, with him at the helm, Gujarat made it to the Vijay Hazare Trophy quarter-finals before suffering a defeat against Haryana. In Axar, Panchal vividly recognises aspects reminiscent of MS Dhonis leadership. The best thing about him is that he doesnt have a junior or senior thing in his mind when in the team. He is someone who sees everyone equally, and gets along well with juniors because of his fun-loving nature. Plus, he is someone who doesnt get so bogged down when chips are down or when a youngster is not able to perform. He is the one who would be the first one to go and tell a youngster having a bad game that its okay, it can happen to anyone and just focus on the next game. With him being experienced now, he has a natural tendency to do all those things. So, the best thing about leadership is, as we have seen in MS Dhoni sir, that he does simple things but does it repeatedly. He does those simple things so nicely. So, not that I am comparing Axar with MS Dhoni sir, but I am just saying that the calmness and the way he does his things simply makes him an apt fit for the leadership role. In a captains role, you have many options to choose from. But he is someone who will use his options in the best way possible, as well as by focusing on making that simple thing so impactful, he elaborated. While Axars DC team-mates like Abishek Porel, Karun Nair, Tristan Stubbs and Mohit Sharma pointed out how his fun-loving nature will make the DC environment easy-going, Panchal stated about the all-rounders astute tactical nature. From what I observed, in terms of tactical inputs, he is someone who can judge batters and bowlers very well. He is someone who is always in the game, and his natural instinct comes out very well. Like, he knows where a particular batter will play and where he will try to get runs. So, he strategically tries to change the field placement. After that, even in batting, if he knows that I dont want to attack the off-spinner and I want to hit him over the cover, he is someone who in any situation, will bat himself accordingly. If he gets out, its okay, because its a high-risk game, especially T20. So, he is someone who adapts his batting by himself as per the situation, as well as around others, he added. Axars tactical skills, particularly his bowler rotation strategiesincluding when to introduce himself in the bowling attack as well as his communication with players within the Delhi Capitals set-up, will be critically examined during the high-pressure environment of a world-class tournament like the IPL. Panchal signed off on an optimistic note by saying the new DC support staff will help make Axars life easy as the captain. Mostly, he has to manage local players as well as have easy communication with the overseas players. Apart from the four overseas players, all of them will be Indian players. So, Axar has played so many games in the Indian domestic circuit and knows how to get the best out of the home players. The game awareness of players like Mitchell Starc and Faf du Plessis is so high that they dont need to say much most of the time. Panchal signed off on an optimistic note by saying the new DC support staff will help make Axars life easy as the captain. Mostly, he has to manage local players as well as have easy communication with the overseas players. Apart from the four overseas players, all of them will be Indian players. Also Read: Highest tax paying cricketers Article Source: IANS
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Rajasthan High Court forms five-member panel against diktats of khap panchayats
JAIPUR: The Rajasthan High Court has constituted a five-member commission to investigate the activities of khap panchayats in a move to curb their negative influence. The commission will visit areas where khap panchayats have been frequently reported to be active, particularly in western Rajasthan. This initiative follows a petition alleging that social boycotts and arbitrary penalties are being imposed in various parts of the states desert region. The commission, comprising four lawyers and one social worker, will conduct on-ground investigations and prepare a report on the issue. Acting as court commissioners, the members will visit multiple villages in western Rajasthan and submit their findings to the High Court by May 14, a member of the panel said. The High Court took up the matter after hearing a petition filed by residents of Jalore and Nagaur districts. The petitioners lawyer, Arjun Singh, informed the court that khap panchayats continue to interfere in many districts of western Rajasthan, issuing social boycott decisions and imposing fines without having any legal authority for such actions. Taking the issue seriously, the High Court directed the commission to investigate khap panchayat activities in the districts of Jodhpur, Pali, Barmer, Nagaur, Jaisalmer, and Jalore. Commission member advocate Devkinandan Vyas said, The High Court formed the commission to put an end to the arbitrary rulings of khap panchayats. Other members of the commission include advocates Ramavtar Singh Chaudhary, Bhagirath Rai, and Shobha Prabhakar, and social worker Mahavir Kankaria. Additionally, the superintendents of police of the districts concerned have been directed to assist the court commissioners and provide police protection during their visits. The commission members will inspect various police stations, interact with village sarpanches, gram sevaks, government officials, and public representatives to gather information about local customs and practices, Vyas said. A joint hearing on the petitions filed by Bhakaram from Jalore, Jetharam from Nagaur, and Pani Devi from Gotan was held on March 7 in the court of Justice Farzand Ali. Following this hearing, the High Court issued an order to form the commission. Like in Haryana, caste-based panchayats wield significant influence in Rajasthan. Their controversial and often unlawful decisions have sparked debates over the years. Recently in Luni of Jodhpur district, a khap panchayat expelled a man and his family from society for marrying a woman from Madhya Pradesh. Subsequently, five panchayat members were arrested by the police in connection with the case. The formation of this commission marks a crucial step towards addressing the unlawful practices of khap panchayats and ensuring justice for affected individuals across Rajasthan, lawyer Singh said.
National Womens Hockey League: Odisha, Haryana and Mizoram win on Day 4
National Womens Hockey League: Odisha, Haryana and Mizoram win on Day 4 Ranchi: Top contenders Hockey Association of Odisha, Hockey Haryana and Hockey Mizoram had fruitful outings as they won their respective matches on the fourth day of the Final Phase of the National Womens Hockey League 2024-2025 at the Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh Munda [] The post National Womens Hockey League: Odisha, Haryana and Mizoram win on Day 4 appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Haryana CMO set to withdraw award from controversial NGO head
Haryana's Khap Panchayats have praised the government's decision to ban songs that glorify guns and obscenity. They urge stronger action against artists who produce inappropriate content and advocate for promoting positive societal values. Leaders demand pre-release approval for songs and stricter regulations on DJ events.
Haryana allots 5,000 crore for Lado Lakshmi Yojana
Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini presented his first state budget, promising 2,100 per month to the state's women. He allocated 5,000 crore for its implementation. Opposition leaders raised concerns about the fund's sufficiency. Saini mentioned that eligibility criteria are being prepared and the budget could be increased as needed.
National Womens Hockey League: Odisha, Haryana, Mizoram win on Day 4
Ranchi: Top contenders Hockey Association of Odisha, Hockey Haryana and Hockey Mizoram had fruitful outings as they won their respective matches on the fourth day of the Final Phase of the National Womens Hockey League 2024-2025 at the Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh Munda International Hockey Stadium in Ranchi Saturday. In the first match, the Hockey []
CJI forms panel to probe charges against Justice Varma; directs not to assign him any judicial work
NEW DELHI: Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna has constituted a three member Committee for conducting an inquiry into the allegations against Justice Yashwant Varma, a sitting Judge of the High Court of Delhi, from whose official residence a large stash of cash was allegedly discovered after a fire. The inquiry committee consists of Justice Sheel Nagu, Chief Justice of the High Court of Punjab and Haryana, Justice G S Sandhawalia, Chief Justice of the High Court of Himachal Pradesh, and Anu Sivaraman, Judge of the High Court of Karnataka. The Chief Justice of the High Court of Delhi for the first time has been asked not to assign any judicial work to Justice Varma, as per the Supreme Court release. The CJI has constituted the committee after receiving thereport submitted by Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya, Chief Justice of the Delhi High Court of Delhi in this matter. Rs 15 crore found or not? Mystery deepens around what happened at Justice Varmas residence The Supreme Court on Friday said that on receiving the cash recovery information, Chief Justice of Delhi High Court Justice Upadhyaya initiated the in-house enquiry procedure against him. As per reports, a fire at the judge's house had inadvertently led to the alleged recovery of cash by the firefighter. It is said the cash was found initially by fire tenders when the fire broke out in the judges residence on March 14. The judge was not present at his house when the fire incident took place. Delhi Fire Services Chief Atul Garg , however, denied claims of the cash discovery by the firefighters. The incident created ripples in the legal circuit, with many voices calling for the judge's resignation while criticising the Supreme Court collegium decision to transfer him. The top court in a statement on Friday said the Delhi High Court chief justice had initiated an in-house inquiry against him and the proposal to transfer him to the Allahabad High Court was separate.
Cash row: CJI forms panel to probe charges against judge
Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna has ordered an inquiry into allegations against Delhi High Court Judge Yashwant Varma after a large sum of cash was allegedly discovered at his residence following a fire. The inquiry committee will be headed by Justice Sheel Nagu, Chief Justice of the High Court of Punjab and Haryana. Justice Varma has been temporarily relieved of judicial duties pending the investigation.
Chief Justice of India Justice Sanjiv Khanna has constituted a three-member Committee comprising Justice Sheel Nagu, Chief Justice of the High Court of Punjab & Haryana, Justice G.S. Sandhawalia, Chief Justice of the High Court of Himachal Pradesh, and Anu Sivaraman, Judge of the High Court of Karnataka, for conducting an inquiry into the allegations [] The post CJI Sanjiv Khanna constitutes 3-member committee to probe allegations against Justice Yashwant Varma, asks Delhi HC CJ not to assign judicial work to him appeared first on India Legal .
Faridabad-Noida-Ghaziabad Expressway gets key nod; big cheer for many parts of NCR
The Haryana government has approved the construction of the Faridabad-Noida-Ghaziabad Expressway, aiming to improve connectivity and reduce traffic congestion. This project includes a 600-meter bridge over the Yamuna River, with costs equally shared by Haryana and Uttar Pradesh. The expressway will provide the first direct link between Faridabad and Noida.
HI names 65-member core probable group for womens national coaching camp
New Delhi, Mar 22: Hockey India on Saturday named a 65-member core probable group for the senior womens national coaching camp, set to begin at the SAI center in Bengaluru on Sunday. The group has been selected based on the players recent performances at the Senior Womens National Championship in Panchkula, where Hockey Jharkhand emerged champions, defeating Hockey Haryana in a tense shootout. We saw some exceptionally talented players at the National Championships earlier this month and players have been [] The post HI names 65-member core probable group for womens national coaching camp appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Construction of over 3.5L houses sanctioned under Central scheme
NEW DELHI: In the first meeting of the Central Sanctioning and Monitoring Committee (CSMC) under Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana Urban 2.0 (PMAY-U 2.0) held on Thursday, construction of over 3.52 lakh houses have been approved. The sanctioned residential units under two verticals of the scheme-- Beneficiary Led Construction and Affordable Housing in Partnership will be constructed in Andhra Pradesh, Arunachal Pradesh, Bihar, Haryana, Jammu & Kashmir, Odisha, Puducherry, Rajasthan, Telangana, and Uttar Pradesh. The meeting was chaired by secretary, ministry of housing and urban affairs Srinivas Katikithala. The scheme promotes women empowerment and among the houses approved, more than 2.67 lakh houses have been sanctioned for the women including single women and widows along with 90 houses have been allotted to transgenders, said ministry officials. The ministry has sanctioned 80,850 houses for scheduled caste (SC) beneficiaries, 15,928 for scheduled tribes (STs) and 2.12 lakh for other backward classes category. The move aims to promote inclusiveness and equality among different underprivileged groups. Interestingly, in addition to the state share under PMAY-U 2.0, Uttar Pradesh is providing Rs 30,000 to each senior citizen beneficiary (who are more than 70-year-old) and Rs 20,000 for each unmarried woman (more than 40 years age), widow and separated female beneficiary. PMAY-U 2.0 is currently in the implementation phase with Memorandums of Association (MoAs) signed between the ministry and 31 states and union territories (UTs). The memorandums of understanding (MoUs) have also been signed between the ministry and Central Nodal Agencies (CNAs) for implementation of the scheme.
Haryana: JJP leader Ravinder Minna shot dead in Panipat
JJP leader Ravinder Minna was shot dead in Panipat on Friday, with his cousin and another person also injured in the attack. Five police teams have been formed to apprehend the accused. This incident follows the killing of BJP leader Surendra Jawahra in Sonipat over a land dispute.
None of Haryana, Punjab, central govts acting in farmers interests: Dushyant
State prez poll: Haryana BJP likely to announce schedule after RSS session
Haryana launches toll-free helpline for patients
UP Boxing Secretary Pramod Kumar: Reigning Lightfly champion Anamika Hooda began her title defense at the 8th Elite Womens National Boxing Championship 2025 by knocking out Sikkims Prava Gajneer in Round 2. A BRICS Games 2024 gold medallist, the Railways boxers dominant start set the tone for a power-packed opening, witnessed by IOA President PT Usha, BFI President Ajay Singh, Indian cricketer RP Singh along with Olympic bronze medalist Vijender Singh, World Champion Nikhat Zareen, Olympians Sarita Devi and Manoj Kumar, UP Boxing Secretary Pramod Kumar and many other dignitaries were in attendance to witness the bouts Hosted by the BFI in collaboration with the Uttar Pradesh Boxing Association, the championship takes place at Shaheed Vijay Singh Pathik Sports Complex, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, from March 20 to 27, 2025. 188 boxers from 24 associations and state units will compete across ten weight categories in this week-long tournament, which follows the World Boxing Technical & Competition Rules, featuring three three-minute rounds with one-minute rest intervals. BFI President Ajay Singh expressed his enthusiasm as the 8th Elite Womens National Boxing Championship kicked off, stating, with boxing officially back in the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics, I extend my best wishes to all the athletes. I hope to see many of you represent India on the global stage and at the Olympic Games, making our country proud. Our goal is to see the Indian tricolour rise and hear the national anthem play time and time again in Los Angeles. IOA President and Indian sporting great PT Usha who was extremely excited to see the enthusiasm of the boxers added, I got a call from the President yesterday and I am very happy to see boxers energetically competing in the ring. No matter what the challenges are in the association or elsewhere politics should not affect players come what may. Stay focused on your event and give it your all with passion. Back in my time, we had no proper facilities, but I made the best of what was available. Today, you have the support and resources to help you succeed. The competition has begun, and I am glad that boxing continues to grow. This is great not just for the boxers but for our country as well. Wishing you all the best. In other key bouts of the day, Devika Ghorpade of Maharashtra claimed a decisive unanimous victory over Poonam Bisht of All India Police (AIP) in the 48-51kg category, displaying technical superiority across all rounds. Meanwhile, Haryanas Tamanna delivered an equally dominant performance, securing a knockout win in Round 2 against Keralas Nissy Laissy Thampy, joining Anamika in advancing to the next stage. On racing to victory in front of the star-studded crowd, Anamika said: I am delighted to have won (in front of all the dignitaries present). I trained day and night for this national championship; my focus is only and only on securing the gold medal. I want to give my best in every bout. The arrangements here are very good, from food to hotel, I am really happy. The closely contested 48-51kg clash between Uttarakhands Shobha Kohli and Punjabs Ekta Saroj ended in a 4:1 split decision in favor of the former, who managed to edge out her opponent with superior ring control. In the 54-57kg category, Haryanas Priya overpowered Preeti (AIP) in a 5:0 unanimous win. Elsewhere, Milano M.J of Kerala dominated Ladakhs Nilzaya Angmo with a flawless win in the 45-48kg division, while Rajni of Railways Sports Promotion Board (RSPB) outclassed Uttar Pradeshs Rajani Singh in a similar 5:0 verdict. Savita (RSPB) also impressed in the 51-54kg category, defeating Suman Yadav of Goa. The closely contested 48-51kg clash between Uttarakhands Shobha Kohli and Punjabs Ekta Saroj ended in a 4:1 split decision in favor of the former, who managed to edge out her opponent with superior ring control. In the 54-57kg category, Haryanas Priya overpowered Preeti (AIP) in a 5:0 unanimous win. Also Read: Highest tax paying cricketers Article Source: IANS
Rs 100 Bet Ends In Tragedy As Two Schoolboys Drown In Haryana's Yamuna Nagar
Two students, Lucky and Krishna, drowned in Haryana's Yamuna Nagar after a Rs 100 bet to cross the Western Yamuna Canal. Neither knew how to swim.
Signature Global buys 8.39 acre land in Gurugram for Rs 282 cr; eyes Rs 3,200 cr revenue
NEW DELHI, Mar 21:Real estate firm Signature Global (India) Ltd has acquired 8.39 acres of land in Gurugram for Rs 282 crore to develop a housing project and is expecting a revenue of around Rs 3,200 crore. In a statement on Friday, the company said it has acquired 8.39 acre land at Sector 37D, Gurugram, Haryana, at a cost of Rs 282.42 crore. The overall development potential of this land is about 20 lakh square feet. The company intends [] The post Signature Global buys 8.39 acre land in Gurugram for Rs 282 cr; eyes Rs 3,200 cr revenue appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
NEW DELHI: Union Health Minister JP Nadda on Friday appealed to all Members of Parliament to ensure a thorough health check-up of citizens in their respective constituencies every year for early detection of health issues. Speaking in the Lok Sabha, Nadda said the government has started a campaign to conduct health check-up for all citizens aged 30 at the Ayushman Arogya Mandir. The free check-up is to detect high blood pressure, diabetes and cancer. The minister said that ever since the campaign started, 35 crore people were screened, of whom 4.2 crore were detected with hypertension and 2.6 crore were found to be diabetic. Of the 29.35 crore people screened for oral cancer, 1.18 crore were detected with cancer, he said. I appeal to all of you, honourable members, to conduct a thorough health check-up for all every year, Nadda said, adding he was confident that the MPs will do their best. The minister said that at present 372 day care cancer centres, 19 state cancer centres and 22 tertiary cancer centres are operating in the country. He said all the All India Institutes of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) have full-fledged cancer care centres with modern equipment, and that a super speciality hospital in Haryana's Jhajhar, with 1,400 beds, is one of the best cancer hospitals in the world. Nadda said that as per the budget announcement, the government is going to set up one cancer day care centre in every district, where chemotherapy can be administered. This year, we are going to open 200 such centres across the country. The rest will be opened in the coming years, he said. Replying to another question, Union Minister of State for Health Anupriya Patel said the government has disbursed Rs 3,635 crore through direct benefit transfer to tuberculosis patients. She said each patient is given Rs 1,000 to buy nutrients.
India Post GDS merit list 2025 released for few states: Direct links to download here
India Post has released the Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) merit list 2025 for Haryana, Jammu & Kashmir, Jharkhand, and Maharashtra. Applicants for the 21,413 vacancies can check their selection status on indiapostgdsonline.gov.in. The recruitment spans multiple states, with selected candidates receiving salaries between Rs 10,000 and Rs 29,380 per month.
Haryana evicts agitating farmers
At the Shambhu and Khanauri borders, JCB and other machines were deployed to remove the concrete blocks to clear the Shambhu-Ambala and Sangrur-Jind roads, which remained closed for over a year after the protesting farmers camped there.
Chandigarh Diary | President's request before attending convocation
President Droupadi Murmu set an example of humility as she recently attended two convocation ceremonies in Punjab one at the Central University of Punjab (CUP) and the other at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences in Bhatinda. The Presidents secretariat had asked both institutions that the chair designated for the President must not be more grandiose than the other dignitaries on the stage and during the scheduled group photograph with students. Also, a sign language interpreter was engaged to sensitise institutions and students on differently-abled persons, an official said. Khattar meets former Cabinet colleague on Holi On eve of Holi, Union minister Manohar Lal Khattar and Haryana cabinet minister Anil Vij surprised everyone as they met each other at Ambala cantonment and praised each others work. The meeting comes after Vij was served a show cause notice for his comments agaist CM Nayab Singh Saini and Haryana BJP chief Mohan Lal Badoli. Clarifying his stand, Vij had said, despite occasional differences over certain issues, he had no personal grudge against the leaders. Khattar, however, greeted Vij as one of his oldest friends, terming Vijs assembly segment a saffron party stronghold. Infighting in Punjab Congress once again out in open Days after state Congress in-charge Bhupesh Baghel directed the Punjab leadership to raise issues against each other on the party platform, the cold war between Bholath MLA Sukhpal Singh Khaira and Kapurthala MLA Rana Gurjeet Singh, who have been on loggerheads for many years, once again erupted. When Rana announced he would purchase maize from farmers for two years at MSP, Khaira took to X saying Rana was propagating private purchase of maize for his ethanol plants. Earlier, Rana had supported the BJP governments proposal to implement private marketing of crops as part of the three now-junked farm laws in 2021. Harpreet Bajwa Our correspondent in Chandigarh hsbajwa73@gmail.com
Roshni to be back in new form; power amnesty to be extended by a year: CM
CDF up, House Comm for hike in salaries *Have adapted to situation but will win the match *Let LoP settle people from Haryana in Kishtwar Sanjeev Pargal JAMMU, Mar 20: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today announced that Roshni Scheme has to be introduced in new form even as he announced increase in Constituency Development Fund (CDF) of the MLAs from Rs 3 crore to Rs 4 crore, extension of amnesty scheme for domestic consumers of the Power Development Department (PDD) [] The post Roshni to be back in new form; power amnesty to be extended by a year: CM appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Smart player adapts to game; I was bowling pace now I'm bowling spin: J&K CM Omar Abdullah
SRINAGAR: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday told the Assembly that a smart player adapts to the game and he was not bowling spin and he has not changed the game. Winding up the discussion on demands for grants concerning his departments in the Legislative Assembly today, Omar while referring to remarks by an opposition member comparing his political strategies to cricket, said, A smart player adapts to the game. I was bowling pace when conditions favoured it; now, I am bowling spin. But I have not changed the gameI remain committed to my responsibilities. Omar began his speech with a Kashmiri proverb: Vandi txalli, sheen gallie, bai yee bahaar (Winter will pass, the snow will melt, and spring will come again) On concerns regarding legal changes in Jammu and Kashmir post Article 370 abrogation, the CM said, Five years ago, we spoke of equality. Today, we are still demanding it. Referring to opposition BJP members, he said, Ask yourselfare we truly equal to other states? The reality speaks for itself. Abdullah refuted allegations that his government had disrespected the legacy of Maharaja Hari Singh. The laws governing state subjects were not altered by us but by others. Before 2019, you practised under the Ranbir Penal Code, named after Maharaja Ranbir Singh. Today, you follow a different law. Who then, changed history? Advising the BJP to go through history, Abdullah said, Maharaja introduced the state subject laws to protect the people of Jammu from Punjab investors in 1927 and not Kashmiris. The CM highlighted economic disparities and employment challenges, particularly for local youth. If four people from Haryana can work here, then ensure the same opportunities exist for our people in Haryana, Himachal and beyond. Setting up industries in Himachal is difficult due to strict local policies. In contrast, we have no such restrictions, he said. The CM reiterated the need for efficient governance and accountability in planning and finance. He said the planning department's role is very crucial in not only drafting policies but also their execution. We must reconsider the decision to merge planning with finance and restore its independent role. Addressing concerns about lost properties after the reorganization of J&K and Ladakh, Abdullah said, The properties that are gone cannot be reclaimed, but we must make the best use of those that remain. He highlighted ongoing efforts to convert the structure in Sector 17, Chandigarh, into a state guest house, which will cost approximatelyRs 13 crores and cater to patients, students, and public representatives. He reiterated the importance of vertical expansion due to space constraints, drawing parallels with Motibagh in Delhi, and assured the House that alternative accommodations for government officials are being planned. The CM emphasised the importance of promoting pilgrim tourism in Jammu and proposed creating religious tourism circuits to enhance connectivity between different pilgrimage sites. He invited MLAs to provide insights on their local religious sites to facilitate this development. He also acknowledged the suggestion of developing agri-tourism, particularly in regions known for Basmati rice cultivation, and assured collaboration on this front. The CM announced the extension of the amnesty scheme but stressed that frequent waivers are unfair to those who pay their bills on time.We have given amnesty multiple times, but we must not continue this indefinitely. It is unfair to those who pay regularly, he said and proposed a new scheme that would offer incentives on outstanding dues in proportion to future payments, encouraging a culture of timely bill payments. He also reiterated the importance of metering to improve revenue collection and reduce losses. On demands by MLAs to revise their salaries, the CM suggested forming a committee comprising leaders of political parties to implement a structured salary revision mechanism based on the parliamentary model. Abdullah proposed aligning the CDF guidelines with the MPLADS framework for better fund utilisation. While acknowledging the demand for an increase in CDF allocations, CM stated that a reasonable enhancement crore would be considered to increase it from Rs 3 to Rs 4 crore for each MLA. The House later passed grants for departments under purview of CM.
Congress MPs condemn farmer leaders' detention, see AAP, BJP collusion
A group of Congress MPs from Punjab protested outside Parliament against the detention of farmer leaders and the clearing of protest sites by the Punjab police. They accused the Centre, AAP-led Punjab government, and BJP-led Haryana government of collaborating against farmers. Congress leaders, including Rahul Gandhi, condemned the actions as undemocratic and anti-farmer.
Haryana passes Bill aimed at preventing production, sale of substandard seeds
Besides, the Insecticides (Haryana Amendment) Bill, 2025, was also passed by the assembly, aimed to have a stricter law in place to check the sale of counterfeit and substandard pesticides in the state
Haryana removes barricades after farmers' eviction
Following the eviction of protesting farmers from the Shambhu border, Haryana security personnel began removing cemented barricades erected to prevent Punjab farmers from reaching Delhi. The Shambhu-Ambala road, closed for over a year, is being cleared with JCBs and other machinery. Meanwhile, the Samyukta Kisan Morcha (Non-Political) and the Kisan Mazdoor Morcha announced dharnas outside deputy commissioners' offices in protest against the Punjab Police crackdown. The groups criticized the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government in Punjab for evicting the protesters and detaining farmer leaders on Wednesday. The police action was justified by Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema, who said industries and businesses were hit hard due to the prolonged closure of the highways. The protesting farmers, led by the Samyukta Kisan Morcha and the Kisan Mazdoor Morcha, had been camping at the Shambhu and Khanauri border points since February 13, 2022.
Farmers protest: Industrialists welcome highway reopening; unions to hold nationwide dharnas
CHANDIGARH: The arrest of farmer leaders and the eviction of protesting farmers from the Shambhu and Khanauri borders has sparked mixed reactions. While farmers staged statewide protests, traders, industrialists, and commuters largely welcomed the move, citing economic losses due to prolonged road blockades. Following the eviction, Haryana Police began dismantling cemented barricades at the Shambhu border on Thursday morning. These barriers had been erected last year to prevent farmers from Punjab from marching towards Delhi as part of the 'Delhi Chalo' protest. JCB machines were deployed to remove concrete blocks and clear the Shambhu-Ambala road, which had remained closed for over a year. Temporary structures and stages set up by the protesters were also dismantled as part of the clearance operation. Meanwhile, Haryana Police issued notices to farmer leaders Jasmeet Singh and Tejveer Singh, summoning them to appear before the Special Investigation Team (SIT) on Thursday. The SIT is investigating cases registered against them last year. The notice warned that failure to comply would result in legal action. BKU leader Rakesh Tikait has called on farmer unions across the country to unite, warning that governments will continue to suppress farmer protests while favouring corporate interests. Similarly, Satnam Singh Pannu, president of the Kisan Mazdoor Sangharsh Committee, criticised the police action, stating that instead of bringing change (badlaav), Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann was engaging in politics of revenge (badle ki rajniti). Industrialists expressed relief, stating that reopening highways would revive the economy and boost tourism. They claimed that the year-long blockade had caused severe economic losses and disrupted daily life. Sources indicate that the crackdown followed pressure from Ludhiana traders, who warned AAP national convener Arvind Kejriwal that continued protests could impact the partys prospects in the Ludhiana West Assembly by-election. Many farmers detained from Khanauri have been held at a location in Pattran, while those arrested from Mohali and the Shambhu border were shifted to Patiala Central Jail. In Gurdaspur, farmers protesting outside the Deputy Commissioners office for three days dispersed quietly on Thursday morning after police warned of mass arrests. Meanwhile, in Bathinda, police detained farmers near Jeeda toll plaza. Internet services in Sangrur and Patiala districts remained suspended. Intensifying their agitation, farmers in Punjab and Haryana have announced plans to stage protests outside Deputy Commissioner (DC) offices across both states, aimed at pressing for their pending demands, including a legal guarantee on Minimum Support Price (MSP), farm loan waivers, and compensation for crop losses. Farmers' unions have announced a peaceful yet resolute demonstrations, stressing that their demands remain unfulfilled despite several rounds of talks with the government. Meanwhile, security has been tightened across various districts to prevent any untoward incidents. The protests are part of a larger agitation for long-term policy changes and financial support to secure farmers' livelihoods. Leaders have urged authorities to address their concerns promptly to avoid further escalation. The protesting farmers, led by the Samyukta Kisan Morcha (Non-Political) and the Kisan Mazdoor Morcha, had been camping at the Shambhu (Shambhu-Ambala) and Khanauri (Sangrur-Jind) borders since 13 February last year, when their march to Delhi was halted by security forces.
Photos: After evicting farmers, barricades removed from Punjab-Haryana border
Chandigarh: After evicting farmers who had been staging a sit-in protest for over a year and had raised temporary structures on two crucial borders linking Punjab with Haryana, the police used bulldozers to remove the concrete barricades to restrict the movement of farmers. In a major crackdown, after detaining several union leaders, including Jagjit Singh 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 .
Rahul Gandhi meets Punjab Congress MPs protesting over farmers' issue
Congress MP Rahul Gandhi met with protesting Punjab Congress MPs, including Amarinder Singh Raja Warring, over the eviction of farmers at Punjab-Haryana borders. Warring condemned the actions against farmers, blaming Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann and Union Home Minister Amit Shah. Samajwadi Party's Akhilesh Yadav criticized the BJP-led government, calling for discussions on farmers' demands. Protests ensued in Haryana and Punjab.
Samyukta Kisan Morcha (Non-Political) and the Kisan Mazdoor Morcha on Thursday (March 20, 2025) announced to hold dharnas outside the offices of deputy commissioners in protest against the Punjab Police crackdown
Haryana forces remove barricades to clear Shambhu-Ambala road; Punjab farmers announce dharnas
CHANDIGARH: Following the eviction of protesting farmers from the Shambhu border, Haryana security personnel on Thursday morning started removing cemented barricades, which were erected to prevent the Punjab farmers from heading to Delhi. At the Shambhu border, JCB and other machines have been deployed to remove the concrete blocks to clear the Shambhu-Ambala road, which remained closed for over a year. The Haryana security officials had fortified the state border with Punjab with cement blocks, iron nails and barbed wire to scuttle any attempt by the farmers from Punjab to move towards the capital as part of their 'Delhi Chalo' programme. Punjab Police also resumed its operation to dismantle the remaining temporary structures on the Punjab side of the Shambhu border on Thursday to clear the road. Meanwhile, the Samyukta Kisan Morcha (Non-Political) and the Kisan Mazdoor Morcha on Thursday announced to hold dharnas outside the offices of deputy commissioners in protest against the Punjab Police crackdown. Both the bodies, which spearheaded the farmers' stir at Shambhu and Khanauri border points, slammed the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government in Punjab for evicting the protesters and detaining farmer leaders on Wednesday. Punjab Police detained several farmer leaders, including Sarwan Singh Pandher and Jagjit Singh Dallewal, in Mohali on Wednesday as they were returning after a meeting with a central delegation led by Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan in Chandigarh. Police also evicted the agitating farmers from the Shambhu and Khanauri protest sites, which were blocked for more than a year, and dismantled the temporary structures and stages put up there using JCB machines. At the meeting in Chandigarh, the seventh round of talks between the two sides, the central delegation was also represented by Consumer Affairs Minister Pralhad Joshi and Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal. The meeting discussed the various demands of the farmers, especially a law guaranteeing minimum support price (MSP) for crops. As the departing farmers entered Mohali after the meeting, they were met with heavy barricading. Kisan Mazdoor Sangharsh Committee (KMSC) leader Satnam Singh Pannu on Thursday condemned the police action, and accused the Punjab government of being hand-in-glove with the Centre in launching the crackdown on the protesting farmers. It was the murder of democratic rights. The farmers wanted to go to Delhi but the Haryana government barricaded the roads at the Centre's behest, Pannu alleged. Thousands of policemen were deployed to forcibly remove the dharna from Shambhu and Khanauri border points, he said. The governments led by Bhagwant Mann and the BJP at the Centre will face the consequences, Pannu warned. He also said the two farmer bodiesSamyukta Kisan Morcha (Non-Political) and the Kisan Mazdoor Morchawill hold dharnas against the police action outside the offices of the deputy commissioners in Punjab and other states. Thousands of farmers, including women, will take part in the dharna. We will intensify our agitation in support of our demands, Pannu said. Condemning the police action against the farmers, KMSC leader Sukhwinder Singh said, Farmers did not block the roads. The Centre did. Even today we want to go to Delhi as our demands concern the Centre. Punjab Chief Minister Mann showed his 'loyalty' to the BJP government at the Centre by initiating the police action, he alleged. Meanwhile, farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal, who is on an indefinite fast since November 26 last year, was taken to the Punjab Institute of Medical Sciences in Jalandhar. Later, he was taken to some other place. On Wednesday, farmer leader Guramneet Singh Mangat said Abhimanyu Kohar, Kaka Singh Kotra and Manjit Singh Rai were among the detainees alongside Pandher and Dallewal. Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema justified the eviction of farmers, saying industries and businesses have been hit hard due to the prolonged closure of the two highways, which he called he lifelines of the state. The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) is committed towards generating employment for the youth. And they will get jobs only if the trade and industry functions smoothly, Cheema said on Wednesday. Trade has been suffering. This action has been taken after considering all the situations. We have been telling the farmer leaders that your fight is with the Centre, and we are with you. But you are causing heavy loss to Punjab by closing the border, the finance minister added. He also said the Punjab government remains committed to supporting the farmers in their legitimate demands, claiming that the AAP ministers are actively working to present the farmers' concerns before the Centre. We urge the farmer leaders to focus their struggle against the Centre while allowing Punjab to progress. We stand with the farmers today, as we always have, and will continue to fight alongside them, Cheema said. The protesting farmers, led by the Samyukta Kisan Morcha (Non-Political) and the Kisan Mazdoor Morcha, were camping at the Shambhu (Shambhu-Ambala) and Khanauri (Sangrur-Jind) border points between Punjab and Haryana since February 13 last year, when their march to Delhi was thwarted by security forces.
Farmers protest LIVE updates: Punjab Police evicts farmers from Shambhu and Khanauri protest sites
The protesting farmers were camping at the Shambhu (Shambhu-Ambala) and Khanauri (Sangrur-Jind) border points between Punjab and Haryana since February 13 last year, when their march to Delhi was thwarted by security forces
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After evicting farmers, police remove barricades from Punjab-Haryana border
After evicting farmers, police remove barricades from Punjab-Haryana border Chandigarh: After evicting farmers who had been staging a sit-in protest for over a year and had raised temporary structures on two crucial borders linking Punjab with Haryana, the police used bulldozers to remove the concrete barricades to restrict the movement of farmers. In a major [] The post After evicting farmers, police remove barricades from Punjab-Haryana border appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Farmers' protest: Security heightened at Haryana-Punjab Shambhu border
Heightened security marks the Haryana-Punjab Shambhu Border as Haryana Police dismantles barriers to allow farmer movement. Patiala SSP assures the road will be cleared without using force. Several farmer leaders face detainment, prompting mixed reactions from politicians and farmer organizations. Former Punjab CM Channi and BJP leader Bajwa criticize government's actions amid ongoing talks.
Heightened security marked the Haryana-Punjab border as police dismantled farmer protest barricades. The clearance proceeded without force, but key leaders were detained, drawing strong reactions. Punjab Minister Cheema justified the action due to local economic impacts, urging farmers to protest in Delhi instead. With borders reopening, traffic is expected to resume soon.
Haryana Police Clear Shambhu Border Blockades After Punjab Removes Farmers From Protesting Site
Shambhu Border Farmer Protests: Protesting farmers were evicted from the Shambhu and Khanauri borders after Wednesday's meeting which was the seventh round of talks between the two sides since Feb 2024.
North Indias first Nuclear Plant coming up in Haryana: Dr Jitendra
Excelsior Correspondent NEW DELHI, Mar 19 : North Indias first Nuclear Plant is coming up in Haryana in a small town called Gorakhpur. This was revealed by Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh while reaffirming the Governments commitment to the Jaitapur Nuclear Power Project, calling it a critical step toward Indias clean energy future. Responding to concerns raised in the Lok Sabha, Dr. Jitendra Singh clarified that environmental clearance for the project is under renewal and that necessary safeguards are in [] The post North Indias first Nuclear Plant coming up in Haryana: Dr Jitendra appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
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'Cowardly act of Punjab government': Opposition parties condemn police action against farmer leaders
CHANDIGARH: Opposition parties on Wednesday condemned the detention of several farmer leaders including Sarwan Singh Pandher and Jagjit Singh Dallewal, calling it a cowardly act of the AAP-led Punjab government. Several farmer leaders including Pandher and Dallewal were detained in Mohali while returning from a meeting with a central delegation, as the Punjab Police evicted farmers from Shambhu and Khanauri protest sites and began clearing the roads, which were blocked for more than a year. Condemning the Punjab Police action against the farm union leaders as a cowardly act of the state government, senior Congress leader Partap Singh Bajwa said it has never happened in the history of Punjab that the government arrested the leaders after calling them on the pretext of a meeting. The leader of opposition in the Punjab Assembly said in a statement that it is not even the tradition of Punjab. Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has backstabbed the entire farming community of Punjab. Punjabis will never forget this and will never forgive him for this shameful act, he said. BJP leader and Union minister Ravneet Singh Bittu alleged that the AAP government in Punjab was trying to sabotage talks between the Centre and farmers. In a statement, Bittu said that he was shocked to hear the news of the Punjab Police's action against farmer leaders. The central government is serious about the farmer's issues and the sudden action of the Punjab government is aimed at sabotaging the talks. Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has betrayed the farmers. Arvind Kejriwal who is camping in Punjab for the last three days has hatched a conspiracy against farmers. Police remove fans from the temporary stage set up by farmers at Punjab-Haryana Shambhu Border where they were sitting on a protest over various demands, on Wednesday. Congress leader Bajwa said that there was not even an iota of doubt left that CM Mann is working as a puppet for the BJP-led Centre. It has been established that he did this at the direction of his masters in the BJP, claimed Bajwa. I have been saying this for a long time now, and I repeat it. The AAP and the BJP are the two sides of the same coin. Once again, the AAP's sordid agendas in Punjab have been unmasked, Bajwa stated. Punjab Congress chief Amrinder Singh Raja Warring too condemned the incident. Both @BJP4India govt at centre & @AAPPunjab govt have betrayed and backstabbed the farmers. Wonder why did the @PunjabPoliceInd need to arrest the farmer leaders when the negotiations were already going on between the central government representatives and the farmers. The @BhagwantMann government, which promised to give MSP to Punjab farmers in five minutes, is not even ready to listen to the legitimate demands of the farmers today. I strongly condemn the forcible abduction of farmer leaders and farmers. The Punjab government should immediately release the arrested farmers and accept their demands, Warring said in a post on X. Both @BJP4India govt at centre & @AAPPunjab govt have betrayed and backstabbed the farmers. Wonder why did the @PunjabPoliceInd need to arrest the farmer leaders when the negotiations were already going on between the central government representatives and the farmers. Or, pic.twitter.com/lPVdAIo3sK Amarinder Singh Raja Warring (@RajaBrar_INC) March 19, 2025 Shiromani Akali Dal leader Sukhbir Singh Badal and his wife Harsimrat Kaur Badal too condemned the police action against farmer leaders and demanded their release. The BJP government at the Centre and the AAP government of Punjab together have etrayed the farmers by calling them for talks on MSP guarantee and then fraudulently arresting them, senior Congress leader Randeep Singh Surjewala said. He said the 62 crore farmers of the country will never forgive this conspiratorial betrayal.
Haryana govt launches Rs 1,388cr World Bank project to address water woes
CHANDIGARH: More than a year after launching their protest, farmers were evicted on Wednesday evening from both the Shambhu and Khanauri borders between Punjab and Haryana, which have been closed for normal traffic due to the stir. This came after the Punjab Police had detained Kisan Mazdoor Morcha (KMM) and Samyukta Kisan Morcha (Non Political) leaders Sarwan Singh Pandher and Jagjit Singh Dallewal, while they were en route from Chandigarh to the Shambhu and Khanauri borders after the seventh round of talks between farmer leaders and the Union government remained inconclusive. Dallewal has been on a hunger strike since November last year. On the Haryana side, these border points are still barricaded. The authorities had erected cement and other barricades there in order to stop the farmers from moving towards Delhi. The farmer leaders were traveling back to the Shambhu border from Chandigarh, from where Dallewal and other leaders were supposed to proceed to Khanauri. However, they were detained upon reaching the Jagatpura area of Mohali. Dallewal was taken into custody while inside his ambulance, while others were detained along with their vehicles after some resistance. Pandher was detained from his vehicle from the Zirakpur barrier as he attempted to flee. Fourteen farmer leaders and others accompanying the two were also detained. Pandher has been taken to Bahadurgarh Fort Commando Police Training Centre in Patiala. This has been transformed into a makeshift detention centre, with a majority of farmer leaders and protesting farmers, except Dallewal, being taken there. After detaining the farmer leaders, a heavy police force headed by senior officers reached both border points and detained the farmers sitting at these places. They were asked to sit in vehicles arranged by the police, with some force being used at Khanauri to evuct them. After that, with the help of JCBs, the makeshift stages and other structures including their tents were dismantled and the tractor-trolleys taken away. Around 200 farmers were detained at Khanauri and around 40-odd farmers at Shambhu. Internet services have been suspended in many areas around the Shambhu border and a heavy police force has been deployed in nearby villages. The decision to take action against the protesting farmer unions was reportedly made on Tuesday night, following a meeting between top AAP functionaries and industrialists who expressed concerns that the protests were incurring significant costs. Farmer leaders Jagjit Singh Dallewal, Sarwan Singh Pandher detained by Punjab Police in Mohali Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema said that the step was necessitated for the economic growth of the state. Deputy Inspector of Police (Patiala Range) Mandeep Singh Sidhu who was at the Khanauri border and Senior Superintendent of Police of Patiala Nanak Singh who was at the Shambhu border said that the farmers were requested to cooperate and clear the road. The farmers willing to go to their native places were sent, said Singh, adding that the road will be cleared and they are in touch with their Haryana counterparts to clear it from the other side for unhindered traffic movement. Sidhu said, We all are children of farmers and told them to cooperate and clear the protest sites. The protesting farmers have been camping at the Shambhu (Shambhu-Ambala) and Khanauri (Sangrur-Jind) border points between Punjab and Haryana since February 13 last year when their march to Delhi was thwarted by security forces. #WATCH | Punjab Police demolished the tents erected by farmers at the Punjab-Haryana Shambhu Border, where they were sitting on a protest over various demands. The farmers are also being removed from the Punjab-Haryana Shambhu Border. pic.twitter.com/TzRZKEjvXD ANI (@ANI) March 19, 2025 Many opposition leaders lashed out at the AAP government over the police action to detain farmers. Union Minister of State for Railways Ravneet Bittu has strongly condemned the police crackdown on farmers. Former chief minister and MP Charanjit Singh Channi stated that the AAP government succumbed to pressure from the BJP-led central government and took action against the farmers. Punjab Congress chief Amarinder Singh Raja Warring has strongly condemned the actions of both the central BJP government and AAP government in the state, accusing them of betraying and backstabbing farmers. He questioned the need for the Punjab Police to arrest farmer leaders while negotiations were already underway between the central government and farmers.
Punjab Police dismantled temporary structures and detained several farmer leaders protesting at the Punjab-Haryana border over various demands. Punjab minister Harpal Singh Cheema justified the action for reopening borders, while both Congress and Akali Dal leaders criticized the government's approach. Next round of talks is set for May 4.
Farmer leaders Jagjit Singh Dallewal, Sarwan Singh Pandher detained by Punjab Police in Mohali
CHANDIGARH: Several farmer leaders including Sarwan Singh Pandher and Jagjit Singh Dallewal were detained Wednesday by Punjab Police in Mohali while they were headed to Shambhu and Khanauri protest sites after a meeting with a central delegation here, a farmer leader claimed. Guramneet Singh Mangat also expressed concern the Punjab Police may evict protesters from the two protest sites on the Punjab-Haryana border. Earlier in the day, a fresh round of meeting between farmer leaders and a central delegation in Chandigarh to discuss various demands farmers remained inconclusive, even as the Union ministers attending the talks called the farmers' interests paramount. During the meeting that lasted for more than three hours, Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan said the talks would continue and the next meeting will be held on May 4. The meeting was held in a cordial atmosphere. The discussions took place in a positive and constructive manner. The talks will continue. The next meeting will take place on May 4, Chouhan said after the meeting. Farmers' protest to continue as talks with Centre remain inconclusive, next meeting on 4 May The police action came after the meeting as farmer leaders entered Mohali from Chandigarh. Heavy barricading was raised in Mohali to prevent the farmers from heading towards their respective destinations. Apart from Pandher and Dallewal, Abhimanyu Kohar, Kaka Singh Kotra and Manjit Singh Rai have been detained, farmer leader Mangat said, amid reports suggesting a heavy police force has been deployed near Shambhu and Khanauri border points as well. Police personnel from various districts have been deployed near the Shambhu and Khanauri border points where the Samyukta Kisan Morcha (Non-Political) and Kisan Mazdoor Morcha are sitting in their protest since February last year. Farmers said ambulances, buses and firefighting vehicles have been deployed near the protest sites.
Farmers' protest to continue as talks with Centre remain inconclusive, next meeting on 4 May
CHANDIGARH: The seventh round of talks between farmers' leaders and the Union government ended without a resolution, with farmers reiterating their demand for a legal guarantee on Minimum Support Price (MSP) for all crops. The next round of discussions is scheduled for 4 May. A four-hour meeting was held at the Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Public Administration in Sector 26, Chandigarh, between Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Industry Minister Piyush Goyal, and Food and Consumer Affairs Minister Pralhad Joshi, along with a 28-member delegation of Kisan Mazdoor Morcha (KMM) and Samyukt Kisan Morcha (Non-Political). Chouhan stated, A positive discussion took place in a cordial atmosphere. The talks will continue. The next meeting will take place on 4 May. He added that the discussions covered various demands raised by the farmers, particularly the legal guarantee for MSP. Puran Chand Krishan has been appointed as secretary to engage with all stakeholders regarding the legal guarantee on MSP. Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema and state Agriculture Minister Gurmeet Singh Khuddian also attended the meeting. Cheema said, The meeting was held in a positive atmosphere. The data provided by the farmer unions regarding the implementation of MSP on all crops will be examined by the Centre. There are no plans to remove protesting farmers from the Khanauri and Shambhu borders. Farmer leader Sarwan Singh Pandher expressed hope that the deadlock over a law guaranteeing MSP would end soon. We have come here with a positive mind. Some decisions should come out after the meeting. We expect that the talks will move forward, he said. Pandher emphasised that the discussions focused solely on providing a legal guarantee for MSP. The government expressed concerns about implementing this guarantee, seeking further deliberations, he noted. Notably, veteran farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal arrived at the meeting venue in an ambulance. Other farmer leaders, including PR Pandyan, PT John, Satnam Singh Behru, and Abhimanyu Kohar, asserted that farmers across the country demand the MSP guarantee be passed by Parliament. We will not stop our struggle until it is achieved, Kohar said. He added that central ministers had studied the report submitted by farmers and would conduct inter-ministerial consultations on their suggestions. The farmer leaders also raised concerns about external pressures, particularly from the United States, urging the Indian government not to remove duties on agricultural products. Chouhan assured them that the government would prioritise farmers' interests. Meanwhile, ahead of the talks, farmers reported increased police surveillance at the Shambhu border with Haryana since Monday evening. Internet services were suspended in several areas near the border. Around Rajpura and nearby areas, police presence has increased. More ambulances can be seen parked near the protest site, and we have heard that police are holding meetings. We do not know what the plan is when talks are also going on, said a farmer union leader at Shambhu. Pandher criticised the deployment of additional police forces. The deployment of a large police force is unacceptable. It does not send the right message. I will raise this issue in the meeting, he said. Farmer leader Kaka Singh Kotra noted that police presence had increased since the previous evening, prompting farmers to gather at the Khanauri and Shambhu borders. The government was later forced to withdraw the additional police forces. A senior police official confirmed that officers had been instructed to remain at Shambhu and that ambulances and riot-control vehicles had been stationed in the area. We were asked to report at specific points and are waiting for further directions. Even we are not clear if we have been positioned to disperse protesters, he said. Tractors equipped with towing hooks have been stationed near the police post at Shambhu. In contrast, the situation at the Khanauri border remained calm. Farmers have been camping at the Shambhu and Khanauri border points between Punjab and Haryana since 13 February last year after security forces prevented them from marching to Delhi to press their demands. In addition to a legal guarantee for MSP, farmers are demanding a debt waiver, pensions for farmers and farm labourers, no hike in electricity tariffs, the withdrawal of police cases against farmers, justice for the victims of the 2021 Lakhimpur Kheri violence in Uttar Pradesh, the reinstatement of the Land Acquisition Act, 2013, and compensation to the families of farmers who died during the 2020-21 agitation.
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WCD Haryana Recruitment 2025 Apply Online: Women and Child Development Department Haryana (WCD Haryana) has announced the recruitment of 25,450 Anganwadi Worker and Helper, Supervisor in 2025. Candidates With Any Bachelors Degree, 10TH, 8TH Can Apply Online on or before 30-03-2025.
Mission Buniyaad Level 3 Admit Card 2025 - Class 8th Admit Card 2025 released on March 2024 by the Board of School Education Haryana (BSEH) Authority and all the registered students who had submitted their BSEH Mission Buniyaad Level 3 Application Forms successfully will receive their Admit Card/Hall Ticket which can be downloaded from the official website. The Mission Buniyaad Level 3 Admit Card 2025 is an important document to be brought by the candidate when appearing for the Examination. For more details and information related to the Mission Buniyaad Level 3 Admit Card 2025, read this article.
Flawed, unfair: Politicians on proposal to cap deputation for Punjab, Haryana employees
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Haryana police arrest fraudulent Chandigarh agent who took money to send to New Zealand
Kaithal police have arrested a travel agent from Chandigarh for allegedly defrauding a man of Rs 12.5 lakh under the pretense of sending him to New Zealand. The accused took the money in 2023 but did not fulfill the promise, and even threatened the victim when asked for a refund.
The Haryana Government's Budget for 2025-26 has been hailed as a transformative step towards strengthening the state's higher education and research ecosystem. Key initiatives include the Haryana State Research Fund (HSRF) for promoting research, Model Sanskriti Colleges for quality education, and the Kalpana Chawla Scholarship Scheme to empower women in STEM. Prof. Rajbir Singh of MDU praised the budget's alignment with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and its focus on innovation, inclusivity, and skill development.
Haryana CM Saini demands GST exemption on 10 agricultural implements
CHANDIGARH: Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has demanded an exemption in GST on 10 agricultural implements used in crop residue management from the Central Government. He has written a letter in this regard to the Union Minister of Finance and Corporate Affairs Nirmala Sitharaman and the Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare Shivraj Singh Chouhan. In his letter, Saini highlighted that the farmers of Haryana play a crucial role in the nation's food reserves, with the state being a leader in the agricultural sector. However, in recent years, stubble burning has become a major issue, adversely impacting the health of the people. Given the seriousness of the issue, it is being closely monitored by the Supreme Court and the Air Quality Commission. Saini said that Haryana's farmers are adopting advanced technologies and utilising the latest agricultural implement for crop residue management. Over the past few years, both the Union Government and the State Government have been providing subsidies on machinery for crop residue management. In 2024, there was a 39 per cent reduction in stubble burning incidents compared to 2023. To further address this issue, the state government has developed an action plan for 2025, which includes a provision for a subsidy of approximately Rs 200 crore for the purchase of crop residue management machines. The total cost of these machines is expected to be around Rs 500 crore, with an additional burden of about Rs 60 crore on farmers due to GST (12 per cent). Saini has requested the Ministry of Finance and Corporate Affairs to grant GST exemption on agricultural implements used for crop residue management, such as rotavators, disc harrows, cultivators, zero drills, super seeders, straw balers, hay rakes, slashers, reaper binders, and tractor-mounted spray pumps. He emphasized that if the central government grants this exemption, it will encourage farmers to adopt technologies more widely, helping to prevent air pollution caused by crop residue burning.
From Haryana To NASA: Remembering Indian-Origin Astronaut Kalpana Chawla
Indian-origin astronaut Sunita Williams is on her way to Earth after an extended nine-month stay at the International Space Station (ISS).
Dwarf Comedian Darshan Sentenced To 20 Years In Prison For Raping Haryana Minor
Darshan had allegedly contacted the minor with an offer to participate in a video shoot. He then took her to Chandigarh on his bike, accompanied by his brother and reportedly raped her in a hotel room
Shafali claims hat-trick in Womens Under-23 ODI Trophy
Guwahati, Mar 18: The big-hitting Shafali Verma shone with the ball as she claimed a hat-trick for Haryana against Karnataka in the pre-quarterfinal of the Womens Under-23 ODI Trophy here. The out-of-favour India batter, who bowls part-time off-spin, dismissed Saloni P and Soumya Verma off the last two balls of the 44th over on Monday. She then returned in the 46th over to clean up Namita DSouzas stumps with the very first delivery, completing a memorable hat-trick. She ended the [] The post Shafali claims hat-trick in Womens Under-23 ODI Trophy appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
121 women cadets in NDA, most from Haryana, govt tells RS
Women from Haryana are excelling in the military, with 34 cadets currently in the National Defence Academy. After the Supreme Court allowed women to take the NDA exam post-Class XII, there are now 121 women cadets. Women have been inducted since the 1990s but now also receive permanent commissions and can be promoted to higher ranks.
