CBSE to establish six new regional, sub-regional offices to enhance governance
NEW DELHI: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced the establishment of six new Regional Offices, Centres of Excellence (CoEs), and Sub-Regional Offices to streamline its operations and improve governance of affiliated schools across the country. According to a notification issued by CBSE Secretary Himanshu Gupta, the decision was taken following the approval of the Finance Committee in December 2024, which was later ratified by the Governing Body and cleared by the Ministry of Education. The new offices are being set up in Gurugram, Lucknow, Raipur, Ranchi, Agartala, Itanagar and Gangtok. These will become fully functional between August and September 2025. Gurugram (Haryana) will cover 12 southern districts of Haryana, including Faridabad, Gurugram, Palwal and Sonipat, and is expected to function from 1 September 2025. Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) will oversee 30 districts, including Ayodhya, Etawah, Kanpur, Rae Bareli and Unnao, and will also become functional from 1 September 2025. Raipur (Chhattisgarh) will have jurisdiction across Chhattisgarh and became functional on 22 August 2025. Ranchi (Jharkhand) will cover Jharkhand and also became functional on 22 August 2025. Among the Sub-Regional Offices, Agartala (Tripura) will begin functioning from 15 September 2025. Itanagar (Arunachal Pradesh) became functional on 22 August 2025, along with Gangtok (Sikkim), which also started operations on the same date. The notification stated that all schools affiliated with CBSE will now fall under the jurisdictions of these newly established offices. This move will help strengthen administrative reach, ensure better coordination with schools, and enhance educational support services across these regions, the CBSE said.
SC bars feeding of stray dogs on streets, asks civic bodies to create dedicated spaces for it
NEW DELHI: Feeding of stray dogs will not be permitted on streets, the Supreme Court on Friday ruled as it directed the municipal authorities of Delhi-NCR to create dedicated spaces for it. A three-judge special bench headed by Justice Vikram Nath said the feeding areas have to be identified keeping in view the population and concentration of stray dogs in a particular municipal ward. Under no conditions shall the feeding of stray dogs on the streets be permitted, the bench, also comprising Justices Sandeep Mehta and N V Anjaria, said. The top court further directed for the installation of notice boards near designated feeding areas, specifying the area was meant to feed stray dogs. Persons found feeding stray dogs on the streets would be liable to be proceeded with under relevant legal framework. The aforesaid directions are being issued in view of the reports regarding untoward incidents caused by unregulated feeding of stray dogs and to ensure that practice of feeding dogs on the roads and in public places is eliminated as the said practice creates great difficulties for the common man walking on the streets, it added. Each municipal authority was also ordered to create a dedicated helpline for reporting incidents of violation of the directions. The top court ordered appropriate measures against the individual or organisation concerned once complaints were received on the helpline. The bench modified the apex court's August 11 direction prohibiting release of stray dogs from dog shelters in Delhi-National Capital Region (NCR), and said the picked up canines should be sterilised, vaccinated and released back in the same area. The bench, however, said municipal authorities shall continue to comply with the direction asking them to start picking up and rounding stray dogs from all localities of Delhi, Ghaziabad, Noida, Faridabad and Gurugram. The apex court said the August 11 direction prohibiting the release of picked up stray dogs shall be kept in abeyance for the time being. The dogs that are picked up shall be sterilised, dewormed, vaccinated and released back in the same area from which they were picked up, it said. The bench clarified this relocation shall not apply to dogs infected with rabies or suspected to be infected with rabies and those that display aggressive behaviour. The top court passed the order on the interim prayer seeking a stay on some of the directions passed on August 11 by a two-judge bench. The bench delivered its order on Friday in a suo motu case initiated on July 28 over a media report on stray dog bites leading to rabies, particularly among children, in the national capital. Widespread protests were reported across the country following the apex court's August 11 order. Later, the matter came up for hearing on August 14 before a three-judge special bench which observed the whole problem of stray dogs in Delhi-NCR was a result of the inaction of local authorities which did othing in implementing the Animal Birth Control Rules on sterilisation and immunisation of canines.
Shooter involved in firing at YouTuber Elvish Yadav's house held after encounter in Faridabad
FARIDABAD: A shooter involved in firing outside YouTuber and Big Boss OTT winner Elvish Yadav's house in Gurugram was arrested after a brief encounter near Faridpur village here early Friday, police said. The accused, Ishant Gandhi alias Ishu, is a resident of Faridabad. He was shot in the leg and has been hospitalised, they said. According to police, Gandhi was intercepted by a crime branch team from Sector 30, Faridabad, around 4.30 am while he was riding a motorcycle. When signalled to stop, he allegedly tried to flee and opened fire at the team, they said. In retaliation, police fired at his feet, injuring him, after which he was arrested. Gandhi was one of the shooters who fired at YouTuber Elvish Yadav's house in Gurugram on August 17. He is admitted to the hospital and we will interrogate him after he is discharged, said Mukesh Malhotra, Deputy Commissioner of Police (Crime), Faridabad. According to police, CCTV camera footage captured Gandhi firing during the incident. Three bike-borne attackers sprayed over two dozen rounds outside Yadav's residence in Gurugram's Sector 57 on August 17. Yadav was not at home when the incident took place around 5.30 am. 'Bhau gang' claimed responsibility for the attack, accusing Yadav of promoting a betting app, said police. #WATCH | Faridabad, Haryana | Firing at Elvish Yadav's residence | Faridabad Crime Branch arrested an accused named Ishant alias Ishu Gandhi in an encounter, who allegedly fired outside the residence of Elvish Yadav in Gurugram on August 17. The accused was taken to the pic.twitter.com/iExWqfyH93 ANI (@ANI) August 22, 2025
Elvish Yadav firing case: Faridabad Police nabs suspect after encounter
Faridabad Crime Branch apprehended Ishant, alias Ishu Gandhi, following a police encounter after he allegedly opened fire outside Elvish Yadav's Gurugram residence. The incident, which occurred on August 17, involved three masked individuals discharging over a dozen rounds. Authorities are investigating the motive and potential links to wider criminal activity, raising security concerns for high-profile social media figures.
Ishant alias Ishu Gandhi, a prime suspect in Elvish Yadav's residence attack, was arrested after a dramatic shootout in Faridabad
Man Who Shot At Elvish Yadav's Gurugram House Arrested In Police Encounter
The accused, identified as Ishant alias Ishu Gandhi, fired more than half a dozen rounds at the Faridabad Crime Branch team with an automatic pistol.
'Weve Been Drowning in Sewage for 7 Years in Faridabad, But No One Cares'
Seven years on, Roshan Nagar's Rs 150-crore sewer project remains untouched, except for a foundation stone.
Gurgaon, Noida, Ghaziabad, Faridabad Police Traffic Advisory 15th August: Delhi-NCR will implement traffic restrictions for heavy vehicles from August 12-15, 2025, due to Independence Day celebrations. Gurugram and Faridabad will restrict heavy vehicle entry to Delhi, advising use of the KMP Expressway.
Supreme Court order on stray dogs out: Read operative parts
The Supreme Court bench of Justice JB Pardiwala and R. Mahadevan on Monday had ordered the rounding up of stray dogs from all parts of Delhi and the National Capital Region of Noida, Ghaziabad, Gurugram, and Faridabad, and moving them to shelters to be built by the respective municipal agencies. The order which was posted [] The post Supreme Court order on stray dogs out: Read operative parts appeared first on India Legal .
Independence Day 2025 celebrations prompt traffic changes in Delhi NCR. Authorities are implementing strict rules for August 13 and 15. Road closures and diversions are expected around Red Fort. Noida, Gurgaon, and Faridabad will also see vehicle restrictions. Commuters should use public transport and plan routes. Heavy vehicle operators should use alternate expressways.
The Supreme Court has ordered the removal of stray dogs from Delhi-NCR streets, mandating their confinement in shelter homes. This directive, prompted by a TOI report on dog bite incidents, extends to Gurgaon, Noida, Ghaziabad, and Faridabad.
Heavy Rain Lashes Parts Of Delhi, Streets Waterlogged; IMD Forecasts More Showers Today
The heavy downpour disrupted the vehicular movement in parts of Delhi, Noida, Ghaziabad, Gurugram, and Faridabad
Heavy rain lashed Delhi and National capital Region (NCR) on Tuesday (12 August), causing waterlogging and traffic chaos in several areas. The downpour from late Monday night have disrupted traffic in Delhi, Noida, Ghaziabad, Gurugram and Faridabad.
Delhi's air quality remained in the 'satisfactory' category on Monday, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) recorded at 97 at 7 am, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).
Greater Noida to Faridabad in just 30 minutes? UP govt reveals plan to cut travel time
The UP government has approved a second link road between Greater Noida and Faridabad via the Manjhawali bridge, aiming to reduce travel time to 30 minutes. This four-lane corridor, connecting Yamuna Expressway and Eastern Peripheral Expressway, will serve as a crucial link for Haryana-bound passengers and decongest key routes.
Met IAS Vaishali Sigh, a law students from Faridabad, who cracked UPSC exam in her second attempt.
IIM Jammu signs MoU with NHPC Ltd
Excelsior Correspondent FARIDABAD, July 31: The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Jammu and NHPC Limited-a Navratna Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Power, Government of India, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a long-term strategic partnership focused on capacity building, consultancy, research, case development, and academic collaboration. The MoU was formally signed today by Cmdr Kesavan Baskkaran(R), Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) IIM Jammu, and Rajeev R Asthana, General Manager (HRD), NHPC at the NHPC Corporate Office, [] The post IIM Jammu signs MoU with NHPC Ltd appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Delhi Weather Update: New Delhi experienced a rainy Thursday with temperatures ranging from 26.4C to 30.1C and a high chance of continued rainfall. Commuters are advised to exercise caution due to slippery roads and potential waterlogging.
CHANDIGARH: A full-scale multi-state disaster mock drill 'Exercise Suraksha Chakra will be conducted in Gurugram, Rewari, Faridabad, Nuh and Palwal districts of Haryana on August 1. It will be conducted by the Revenue and Disaster Management department of the State, along with the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), to strengthen real-time emergency response capabilities for the entire National Capital Region (NCR). Haryana Financial Commissioner Revenue Dr Sumita Misra said that the comprehensive disaster management exercise is underway as part of a four-day initiative till August 1 for the entire National Capital Region (NCR). The initiative aims to rigorously assess and strengthen real-time emergency response capabilities in the face of large-scale disasters such as earthquakes and industrial chemical hazards. The exercise involves participation from Haryana, Uttar Pradesh and Delhi across 18 districts, alongside the Indian Armys HQ Western Command and HQ Delhi Area. The exercise also aims to strengthen inter-agency coordination, validate existing disaster management plans, and rigorously test real-time emergency response capabilities through a unified approach involving administration, armed forces, emergency services, and community stakeholders, Incident Response System (IRS) across all levels, strengthen Emergency Support Functions (ESFs), identify resource gaps, she added. Misra emphasised, This initiative sets a benchmark for disaster resilience in Haryana and is expected to significantly enhance the state's capacity to manage real-life emergencies through proactive planning, effective coordination, and inclusive participation. She said that the exercise will unfold in phases. On July 30, a Table Top Exercise (TTEx) will be conducted simultaneously at Manekshaw Centre. Various Centre, State and district officials responders shall discuss scenarios and formulate Incident Action Plans (IAPs). The exercise will culminate on August 1 with a full-scale Mock Exercise conducted simultaneously across all participating districts, featuring live simulations at five sites per district: a school, government building, residential area, hospital, and industrial zone. Misra said that District Disaster Management Authorities (DDMAs) have received directives to activate Emergency Operations Centres (EOCs) and conduct pre-mock awareness campaigns, ensuring the clear demarcation of staging areas, medical aid posts, relief camps, and safe evacuation routes. They are also tasked with actively involving Aapda Mitra, Red Cross, NCC, NSS, NYKS volunteers, and NGOs, and coordinating extensively with local stakeholders. Crucially, all risky real-life simulations for civilians will be avoided, with trained personnel from NDRF, SDRF, and Fire Services conducting all rescue operations. During the full-scale exercise on August 1, sirens will sound at 9 AM, initiating the drill, followed by immediate evacuation procedures, she added. Following the exercise, a state-level debriefing and feedback session, chaired by senior officers, will be held to evaluate the exercise. Observers will provide performance reviews and self-assessment reports to identify strengths, weaknesses, and areas for improvement, with a comprehensive final report, including videos and photographs, to be compiled for future reference. 'Exercise Suraksha Chakra' is part of a nationwide directive from the Prime Minister to conduct large scale, multi-state, multi-agency preparedness exercises. It marks the first large-scale disaster simulation specifically focusing on the National Capital Region (NCR), with a strong emphasis on integrating technological, administrative, and community-based responses, thereby significantly enhancing the region's overall disaster resilience.
'She Was Muslim...': Haryana Man Kills Girlfriend In Hotel Room After 10-Year Relationship
According to police, the murder took place on July 24 inside a hotel in IP Colony under Sector-31 police station of Faridabad
Delhi, Noida, Gurgoan Rain Alert: The India Meteorological Department issued a red alert for Delhi and NCR. Intense rainfall is expected. Waterlogging and traffic congestion are likely. An orange alert is in place for some areas. Light to moderate rain is expected in Noida, Ghaziabad and Faridabad. Gurugram will receive moderate to heavy rain. Commuters faced traffic slowdowns due to water accumulation.
Delhis Sarita Vihar flyover, a key route connecting southeast Delhi with Noida and Faridabad, is partially shut from Badarpur to Ashram for urgent repairs until 8 August. The Public Works Department resumed work after months of delays caused by pollution curbs, elections and weather. Delhi Traffic Police has deployed extra personnel and issued diversions to manage expected congestion. Commuters are advised to use two alternate routes and avoid the stretch during peak hours to reduce pressure on affected corridors.
Living with Joint Pain? Heres When Replacement Becomes the Answer
Dr. Rajiv Thukral, Director Orthopaedics & Joint Replacement, Yatharth Hospital, Faridabad Joint pain is often seen as a normal part of aging. Many people in India simply adjust to it, hoping it will go away with home remedies or rest. But sometimes, your joints are trying to tell you something more serious. When pain, [] The post Living with Joint Pain? Heres When Replacement Becomes the Answer appeared first on Northlines .
ED arrests three in 1,000 crore real estate fraud case
Promoters of Universal Buildwell accused of diverting funds from homebuyers across eight projects in Gurugram and Faridabad
Heavy rain lashed parts of the national capital on Wednesday, bringing much-needed relief from the prevailing heat and contributing to ongoing monsoon activity in the region but also leading to waterlogging and traffic snarls.
An earthquake of magnitude 3.2 struck Faridabad in Haryana at the early hours of Tuesday. This was the third earthquake to hit Delhi-NCR in the last 13 days. Delhi lies in high-risk Seismic Zone IV, which has active faults. Experts say this is due to stress released by tremors.
Mumbai woman loses Rs 8 crore to online stock scam over two months after WhatsApp message
A 62-year-old housewife in Mumbai was defrauded of approximately Rs 8 crore in a cyber scam that promised high stock market returns, initiated via WhatsApp. Similarly, a Bengaluru student lost 3.7 crore and a Faridabad woman lost 7.59 crore in comparable scams. Authorities are urging caution regarding investment offers received through social media and messaging apps.
Earthquake of magnitude 3.2 jolts Faridabad, Haryana
New Delhi: A mild earthquake of magnitude 3.2 struck Faridabad in Haryana during the early hours of Tuesday, as per the National Centre for Seismology (NCS). The tremor occurred at 6:00 a.m. IST at a shallow depth of 5 kilometres. The NCS shared the seismic data on social media platform X, stating: EQ of M: 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 .
3.2 magnitude quake hits Haryana, tremors felt in Delhi-NCR
A mild earthquake of magnitude 3.2 struck Delhi-NCR on Tuesday morning, with its epicenter in Faridabad. No casualties or damage to property were reported.
Earthquake hits Faridabad, tremors felt in Delhi-NCR
The National Centre for Seismology said an earthquake of 3.2 magnitude was recorded at 6 a.m., with Faridabad as its epicentre; tremors were felt in Delhi, NCR but no reports of any damage
Earthquake Of Magnitude 3.2 Strikes Haryana's Faridabad
An earthquake of magnitude 3.2 struck Faridabad in Haryana at the early hours of Tuesday, according to National Centre for Seismology (NCS).
Kanwar Yatra 2025: Delhi-Faridabad Route Closed Till July 23, Check Alternate Routes
Kanwar Yatra 2025: The Agra Canal Road (Eco Park Road) will be completely closed for vehicular movement.
Software Engineer Detained Over E-Mails Threatening To Blow Up Golden Temple
A software engineer was rounded up from Faridabad in connection with the five e-mails sent to the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) threatening to blow up the Golden Temple, officials said on Friday.
Faridabad man applies for father's death certificate, receives birth certificate; clerk penalised
The Haryana Right to Service Commission penalised a clerk in Faridabad for mistakenly issuing a birth certificate instead of a death certificate, fining him Rs 3,000 and ordering Rs 3,000 compensation to the applicant.
Jharkhand to get Asias largest super specialty hospital soon: Health Minister Dr Irfan Ansari
RANCHI: Ranchi will soon be home to 'RIMS-2' (Rajendra Institute of Medical Sciences - 2), Asias largest state-of-the-art super specialty hospital. The upcoming 2,600-bed facility will offer multi-super specialty services under one roof, positioning Jharkhand as a leading destination for advanced healthcare and medical tourism in India. Notably, Health Minister Dr Irfan Ansari, along with Additional Chief Secretary of Health Department, Ajay Kumar Singh, recently visited Amrita Hospital in Faridabad, Delhi and studied the medical, management and research capabilities there in detail. RIMS-2 will be developed on the lines of Amrita model. Some of the key features of RIMS-2 will be a state-of-the-art integrated super specialty hospital with a capacity of 2600 beds, all super specialty services like cardiology, oncology, neurosurgery, orthopedics will be available. A state-of-the-art research center and telemedicine unit will also be arranged, along with complete treatment and teaching facilities to patients in a single campus. According to Health Minister, This is not just a hospital, but a transformative step to take the medical system of Jharkhand to the global stage. This project will be implemented at a rapid pace under the leadership of Chief Minister Hemant Soren. We are bringing the dreams of the Chief Minister to the ground, said the Health Minister. The work that could not be done in the last 20 years is now being made a reality in Jharkhand, he said, further adding that, In the coming time, RIMS-2 will become a new standard of healthcare for the entire country. Referring to the financial structure of the project, Additional Chief Secretary Ajay Kumar Singh said that financial assistance of Rs 1000 crore will be received from the Asian Development Bank, while the remaining amount will be spent from the state plan head. After the completion of this project, Jharkhand will become the major healthcare hub and medical tourism destination not only of eastern India but of the entire country, said Additional Chief Secretary. This will prove to be a new ray of hope not only for the people of Jharkhand but also for the patients of the entire country, he added. The announcement was made after a high-level meeting of concerned departments, headed by Health Minister Irfan Ansari. Additional Chief Secretary to the Chief Minister Avinash Kumar, Secretary of Building Construction Department Arwa Rajkamal and Secretary of Road Construction Department Sunil Kumar were present in this important meeting.
Punjab Police detain software engineer over e-mails threatening to blow up Golden Temple
CHANDIGARH: Punjab Police have detained a 24-year-old software engineer from Haryana, in connection with a series of threatening emails sent to the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC), warning of a plan to blow up the Golden Temple in Amritsar using RDX. According to police, seven emails were sent in the past five days. Investigators revealed that a significant portion of the email content was linked to Tamil Nadu. Sources said that the alleged suspect has been identified as Shubham Dubey who hails from Faridabad in Haryana. Terming it as a partial success Amritsar Police Commissioner Gurpreet Singh Bhullar said that said Dubey is a BTech-degree holder and has worked with two software companies but is currently unemployed. He was taken into custody for questioning, his laptop and mobile phones have been seized and sent for forensic examination. Bhullar added that central agencies were also involved in the probe and added the suspect was associated with multiple software companies. Dubey has been brought to Amritsar by the state police after we got lead with the help of central agencies and the state cyber-crime cell. We are investigating his role in sending threat emails. He is being questioned. It is partial success in the case. We are awaiting information from internet service providers and have sent them requests for the same. A sizeable information is yet to come, he added. Bhullar further said that that a major content of the emails is related to Tamil Nadu and they also talk about the DMK and girl students of Anna University. We are checking the role of Dubey to get a breakthrough, he said. Since July 14 (Monday) the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) has received seven emails threatening blow up the Golden Temple with the latest being received today. In response, police have intensified security measures in and around the temple. Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann urged the public yesterday to be wary of rumours and assert that the state government would not allow any compromise with security. We will not allow any compromise on the security of Punjab. Our security agencies and the Punjab Police are fully alert. I appeal to the people of Punjab to be cautious of rumours. All religious places are sacred and revered by us. We are fully committed to their security. Anti-national and anti-social forces will be dealt with utmost strictness, he wrote on X. After the Golden Temple complex received a bomb threats the state police deployed a dog squad at the premises as part of a security check. Panic grips nearly 40 schools in Bengaluru following bomb threat mails
Software engineer detained in Faridabad over e-mails threatening to blow up Golden Temple
AMRITSAR: A software engineer was rounded up from Faridabad in connection with the five e-mails sent to the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) threatening to blow up the Golden Temple, officials said on Friday. Police said that Shubam Dubey (24) has been rounded up and is being questioned regarding the first threatening e-mail sent to the SGPC on July 14. Additionally, Dubey's laptop and phone have also been seized, Amritsar Police Commissioner Gurpreet Singh Bhullar said in a press conference here, noting that he holds a BTech degree and has worked at several companies. The commissioner also clarified that the engineer has no previous criminal record. The police nabbed Dubey with the help of the Punjab Police's cybercrime wing and the central intelligence agencies, the officer said, adding that he has not been arrested yet. Bhullar described the detention as a partial success in the ongoing investigation, stating that the probe continues to progress and more breakthroughs are expected in the coming days. On Thursday, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann urged the public to remain vigilant against rumours and assured that his government would not compromise on state security. Mann held a meeting in Chandigarh with senior police officials, including Director General of Police Gaurav Yadav, in the wake of the e-mails. SGPC chief Harjinder Singh Dhami on Wednesday said the apex gurdwara body received five e-mails threatening to blow up the Golden Temple since July 14. He questioned whether the threats were merely the acts of a troubled mind or part of a larger conspiracy. Dhami also expressed concerns that someone might be attempting to instil fear among the many devotees who visit the Golden Temple. Reacting to the threats, Congress leader and Leader of the Opposition in the Punjab Assembly, Partap Singh Bajwa, on Thursday, said the development raised concern among the Sikh community and all peace-loving citizens of the state. Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) president Sukhbir Singh Badal on Wednesday also described the threatening e-mails as a highly serious matter. Panic grips nearly 40 schools in Bengaluru following bomb threat mails
Dr Jitendra inspects Indias first of its kind upcoming Medical Research Centre
Excelsior Correspondent FARIDABAD, July 15 : Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology, Dr. Jitendra Singh, today visited the Translational Health Science & Technology Institute (THSTI) here, on the occasion of its 16th Foundation Day and took stock of the ongoing work at the first-of-its-kind upcoming Medical Research Centre (MRC), a key infrastructure project aimed at strengthening Indias clinical research capabilities. THSTI, an autonomous institute under the Department of Biotechnology, is in the final stages of establishing [] The post Dr Jitendra inspects Indias first of its kind upcoming Medical Research Centre appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Earthquake of magnitude 4.4 jolts Delhi-NCR
New Delhi: Strong tremors from an earthquake were felt across Delhi-NCR on Thursday, causing panic among residents in the National Capital, Noida, Gurugram, Faridabad, and other nearby areas. According to the National Centre for Seismology, the earthquake was measured to be of 4.4 magnitude on the Richter scale. The epicentre was reported to be in 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 .
Earthquake in Delhi-NCR, tremors felt in Noida, Gurugram, Faridabad
An earthquake with a magnitude of 4.4 on the Richter Scale hit Jhajjar, Haryana today at 9:04 am IST.
Strong Earthquake tremors jolt Delhi-NCR
The tremors were felt in parts of Haryana including Gurugram, Faridabad, Rohtak and Sonipat.
107-Year-Old Who Fought Beside Bhagat Singh, Bose & Azad Now Lives Alone In An Old Age Home
Sant Ram Jaiswal, 107, a freedom fighter with Bhagat Singh and Subhash Chandra Bose, now lives in Tau Devi Lal Old Age Home in Faridabad after losing his family
BIG update on fuel ban for end-of-life vehicles in Delhi-NCR, it will now come into force from...
The 'no fuel' scheme for EOL vehicles will also be implemented in Gurugram, Faridabad, Noida, Ghaziabad and Sonipat from this date.
On Camera, Man Dies Of Heart Attack While Exercising At Faridabad Gym
A 35-year-old man died of a heart attack while working out at a gym in Faridabad. The incident occurred on Tuesday morning when the man, Pankaj, was practising triceps extension and fell flat on the floor.
Faridabad Man Collapses While Working Out At A Gym, Dies Of Heart Attack
A 37-year-old man weighing around 170 kg suffered a fatal heart attack while working out at a gym in Faridabad.
CHANDIGARH: Demanding the declaration of No-Go-Area zones for waste dumping, burning and landfills, over 100 geo-tagged locations across five districts of Haryana, Gurugram, Faridabad, Nuh, Rewari and Charkhi Dadri, have been highlighted in the second part of the State of the Haryana Aravallis: Citizens Report . The Aravalli mountain range, estimated to be over two billion years old, is under serious threat due to rampant violations, according to the report submitted by the People for Aravallis group to Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change Bhupender Yadav and Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini. Neelam Ahluwalia, Founder Member of People for Aravallis, said the report underscores how illegal industrial waste burning continues in several villages despite a blanket ban imposed by the Nuh Deputy Commissioner in early May this year on open waste burning within the ecologically fragile Aravalli region. The report highlights how, in direct violation of the blanket ban imposed by Nuh Deputy Commissioner in early May this year on open waste burning within the ecologically fragile Aravalli region, alleged illegal industrial waste burning continues in Khori Khurd, Khori Kalan, Sonari, Gurnawat, Rangala, Naharpur, Sewka and other villages in Tauru, which is resulting in severe air, soil and groundwater pollution, she said. It also throws light on the pollution being caused in the eco-sensitive Aravalli region as a result of the infamous Bandhwari landfill and a landfill site near ITI Colony on the old Sohna-Alwar road, where mixed waste is being dumped daily. Regular fires at both landfill sites in the Gurugram Aravallis emit dangerous toxins, as organic waste, e-waste, plastic, chemicals and hazardous waste are all burnt together, adding to Delhi-NCRs and Haryanas air pollution, heat index and climate sensitivity, she claimed. She further said, The report also highlights how, over the last few years, hazardous solid waste from the Bandhwari landfill and other kinds of waste have been dumped in mining quarries and forest areas across many locations in the Gurugram and Faridabad Aravallis, contaminating the soil, surface and groundwater in NCRs lifeline for clean air, water recharge and wildlife habitat. The Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) had tested samples of the solid waste from the Bandhwari landfill dumped in one of the Aravalli forest areas near the landfill and found a high concentration of pathogens and toxic metals. Dumped waste lying in 100-plus locations across five districts of the state where the Aravalli range runs, as mentioned in the report, must be removed from these eco-sensitive areas immediately and disposed of in a responsible manner. It is critical to establish a mechanism for strict monitoring and accountability, which is completely lacking at this point, in order to bring any positive change to the current extremely dismal health of the Aravallis, she said. Neelam added, We urge the government to constitute Aravalli Protection Task Force Committees in all the Aravalli districts, headed by the DC of each district under the supervision of the Chief Secretary. Strict accountability with severe consequences is a must to ensure that government officials do their job without neglect and in a proactive manner to safeguard the Aravallis, so that our cattle, wildlife and people in the Aravalli districts in Haryana can live with dignity, without gasping for breath, drinking toxic water and being sick. Dr Rajendra Singh, the globally renowned water conservationist, said, Aquifers lying beneath the Aravallis are interconnected and any disturbance or alterations in the pattern due to toxic landfills and waste dumping can significantly alter the purity of the groundwater table. Aravallis need to be declared as a No-Go area for waste dumping, burning, landfills and waste plants, as we cannot afford to pollute our green lungs, critical water recharge zones and wildlife habitats any further. Dr Shyamala Mani, Senior Waste Management Expert who works as Senior Advisor at the Centre for Chronic Disease Control and is a former professor at the National Institute of Urban Affairs, said, Sustainable waste management is the need of the hour. No fresh, mixed waste should go to the existing landfill sites in the Aravallis. Focus must be on decentralised waste management, source segregation and maximum resource recovery from waste, so that minimal waste goes to the landfills, which must be set up outside the eco-sensitive Aravalli region. The use of single-use plastic items must be banned in all the Aravalli districts. Earlier, a month ago, Part 1 of the Citizens Report, which focused on the worrying state of the Aravallis due to rampant mining, deforestation and illegal encroachments, was submitted.
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Faridabad womans murder probe reveals father-in-law raped her before killing
FARIDABAD: The investigation into the case of a woman who was buried after her murder in Haryana's Faridabad has revealed that the victim was allegedly raped by her father-in-law before her murder, said police. The mother-in-law of the victim was also allegedly involved in the murder, and she has been arrested, police said, adding that police are now searching for the victim's husband Arun, who is still at large. The main accused, father-in-law Bhoop Singh, was taken on three days of police remand again by the crime unit. During interrogation, he allegedly revealed that the murder was pre-planned, an official said. The murder of 24-year-old Tannu was planned on April 15, and her husband and mother-in-law were also allegedly involved in the plan, a senior investigating officer said. During interrogation, Bhoop Singh allegedly revealed that as per the plan, the victim's mother-in-law was sent to attend her niece's wedding in Etah, Uttar Pradesh on April 15. On the night of April 21, Arun allegedly mixed sleeping pills in the food of his wife Tannu and sister Kajal, according to the police. Both of them fell into a deep sleep in their separate rooms on the ground and the first floor. A senior police officer said it was decided that the father-in-law alone would kill Tannu, and Arun went to the room on the ground floor. Bhoop Singh entered Tannu's room late night and was preparing to strangle her with a dupatta. But before killing his unconscious daughter-in-law, he allegedly raped her, the officer said, adding that he did not tell his son and wife about the rape. After some time, he called Arun upstairs to the room and both of them allegedly took the body and threw it in a pit that had already been dug in the street. They put bricks and soil on top of it. The people in the neighbourhood were told that the pit was meant for sewerage, added the officer. The pit was dug before Naib Tehsildar Jaswant Singh, and Tannu's body was exhumed. An FIR was registered against four of the in-laws' family -Bhoop Singh, his wife Sonia, son Arun Singh, and daughter Kajal - at Palla police station. Tannu was killed and buried in front of her house allegedly by her in-laws, who managed to keep the body hidden for almost two months by reporting her missing. The victim, a native of Shikohabad in the Firozabad district of Uttar Pradesh, had married Arun Singh of Roshan Nagar area here two years ago.
Faridabad Woman, Murdered And Found Buried In Pit, Was Raped By Father-In-Law
Tanu Rajput, who was found murdered in Faridabad, was allegedly raped by her father-in-law, with her husband and mother-in-law involved in the pre-planned crime.
Raped By Father-In-Law, Buried In Pit: New Details Of Faridabad Woman Murder
First she was raped by her father-in-law before being murdered and buried in a pit dug outside her marital home in Haryana's Faridabad. Disturbing new details have emerged in the killing of a 24-year-old woman from Uttar Pradesh.
Buried in the street: Faridabad woman killed after alleged rape by father-in-aw
A shocking crime unfolds in Faridabad. Tannu, a 24-year-old woman, was murdered. Police investigation reveals a disturbing truth. Her father-in-law allegedly raped and killed her. The crime was pre-planned with family involvement. The mother-in-law is arrested. The husband, Arun Singh, is absconding. Police are actively searching for him. The father-in-law, Bhoop Singh, is in custody and confessed to the crime.
Father-in-law raped Faridabad woman before murder: Cops
The investigation into the case of a woman who was buried after her murder in Haryana's Faridabad has revealed that the victim was allegedly raped by her father-in-law before her murder, said police.
Delhi and its neighboring cities are still awaiting the monsoon's arrival, despite forecasts of rain. The IMD reports that anticyclonic circulation is currently blocking the monsoon's progress, impacting parts of Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, and Rajasthan as well. A shift in weather patterns is expected in the next few days, potentially allowing the monsoon to advance.
Video: Faridabad Cook Slapped 8 Times, Verbally Abused By Employer
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Faridabad Man Falls To Death From 14th Floor As Skywalk Slab Collapses While Watering Plants
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Man Falls From 14th Floor After Skywalk Slab Collapses While Watering Plants In Faridabad
A retired bank manager fell to his death from the 14th floor of a residential building on Tuesday morning after a slab of a skywalk gave way while he was watering potted plants, according to police.
The US airstrikes on Irans nuclear facilities may not spark a Chernobyl-style disaster, but experts warn of real risks closer to home especially for India. With the jetstream blowing eastward, radioactive particles released in Iran could cross into South Asia within days. This piece breaks down the science, the geopolitical fallout, and what India must urgently do to prepare. From toxic clouds to trade collapses, the story reveals how far a single strike can traveland why India cannot afford to stay silent.
54-year-old held for murdering daughter-in-law in Faridabad
NEW DELHI: A 54-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly killing his daughter-in-law and burying her near their house in Faridabad. The in-laws filed a missing persons complaint and managed to hide the crime for two months, before the police found the body on Friday, police said. The woman, Tannu Rajput, got married to one Arun Singh of Roshan Nagar area of Faridabad in 2023. According to Tannus father, the police paid no heed to his complaint, even after he raised suspicions about the freshly covered pit, which he had seen while visiting his brother-in-law. On April 25, Arun filed a complaint stating that his wife had left home without informing anyone. Based on the complaint, a case was registered at the Palla police station, and an investigation was initiated. ACP Sarai Rajesh Kumar said the police grew suspicious of the in-laws involvement in the womans murder and burial on their property. On June 20, in the presence of a duty magistrate, the police excavated a pit in front of the house and recovered Tannus body.
Faridabad murder case: Father-in-law held after confessing to killing and burying woman outside home
FARIDABAD: Police here have arrested a 54-year-old man who confessed to killing his daughter-in-law and burying her body in front of his house two months ago, an officer said on Saturday. Bhoop Singh, a resident of Roshan Nagar, confessed to strangling his daughter-in-law Tannu Kumar and throwing her body in a pit he dug for the purpose in front of his house, the officer said. The motive behind the murder is yet to be revealed, even though the accused said he killed the woman because she caused a rift in the household. According to Bhoop Singh's testimony, as cited by police, the murder happened on the night of April 21, when the woman's husband, Arun Kumar, was away at work, and Bhoop Singh's wife at a wedding in Uttar Pradesh, leaving only Bhoop Singh, his daughter Kajal, and Tannu in the house. His daughter had gone to sleep in her room on the ground floor after having dinner and Tannu had also gone to sleep on the first floor. In the night, the accused went to Tannu's room and strangled her with her dupatta. He then dumped the body in a pit in front of the house and covered it with soil. In the morning, he called a mason and got the pit cemented, a spokesperson of Faridabad police said. Bhoop Singh was produced in a city court today and was taken into police custody for two days. We are verifying the roles of other family members. The motive appears to be dowry-related, but further probe is underway, Sarai Assistant Commissioner of Police Rajesh Kumar said. Tannu Kumar, a native of Shikohabad in Firozabad district in Uttar Pradesh, had married Arun Singh of Roshan Nagar area here two years ago. Her body was exhumed Friday morning before Naib Tehsildar Jaswant Singh. Her father, Hakim, alleged that police refused to listen to his complaint even after he raised suspicion about the freshly covered pit, which he witnessed when he visited his brother-in-law's house. Hakim alleged that his daughter was harassed by her in-laws over dowry, to the extent, she had to stay at her paternal home for a year after marriage. She returned to Faridabad after the intervention of a panchayat, but the matter was far from being resolved. Earlier, her in-laws reported Tannu as missing and also told police she was mentally challenged. Hakim said that after he was informed about her daughter going missing, he visited Bhoop Singh's house with his other daughter, Preeti, and knew something was amiss when he saw the freshly turned soil outside the home. Police had earlier booked Bhoop Singh, originally from UP's Mainpuri, his wife Sonia, son Arun Singh, and daughter Kajal. Tannu's body was handed over to her kin after a post-mortem at Badshah Khan Civil Hospital on Friday.
A shocking case has been reported from Haryana's Faridabad, where the decomposed body of a woman was recovered from a pit in a residential area on Friday. The body was identified as that of 24-year-old Tanu, who was originally from Shikohabad in Uttar Pradesh. Read on to know more on this.
Faridabad Man Kills 'Missing' Daughter-in-Law, Buries Her In 10-Foot Pit Outside Home
The woman, identified as Tanu Singh, had been missing since April and was found dead earlier this week following an investigation.
In-laws kill, bury woman over dowry in Faridabad; whole family booked
Police have booked at Palla Police Station four of the in-laws' family Bhoop Singh, originally from UP's Mainpuri, his wife Sonia, son Arun Singh, and daughter Kajal
Woman's Body Found In 10-Feet-Deep Pit In Faridabad; In-Laws Claimed She Had Eloped
The decomposed body of 24-year-old Tanu Rajput, missing from Faridabad, was found in a pit outside her marital home. Her in-laws are accused of murder and are in custody.
Haryana Horror: Woman's Body Found In 10-Foot Pit Near In-Laws House
The decomposed body of a woman was recovered from a 10-foot-deep ditch in a residential street in Haryana's Faridabad on Friday.
Faridabad: In-laws kill, bury womans body in front of house over dowry
Faridabad: A woman was allegedly killed and buried in front of her house by her in-laws, who managed to keep the secret, and the body, hidden for almost two months by reporting her missing. The woman, Tannu Kumar, a native of Shikohabad in Firozabad district in Uttar Pradesh, had married Arun Singh of Roshan Nagar 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 .
FARIDABAD: A woman was allegedly killed and buried in front of her house by her in-laws, who managed to keep the secret, and the body, hidden for almost two months by reporting her missing. The woman, Tannu Kumar, a native of Shikohabad in Firozabad district in Uttar Pradesh, had married Arun Singh of Roshan Nagar area here two years ago. Her father, Hakim, alleged that police refused to listen to his complaint even after he raised suspicion about the freshly covered pit, which he witnessed when he visited his brother-in-law's house. Police have booked at Palla Police Station four of the in-laws' family Bhoop Singh, originally from UP's Mainpuri, his wife Sonia, son Arun Singh, and daughter Kajal. An informed source said Bhoop Singh and Arun Singh have been taken into police custody and are being interrogated. According to police, on April 23, Arun Singh and his father called for an earthmover and used it to have a 10-foot deep pit dug in the street in front of their house. The next day, they asked a mason to fill the hole. Two days later, they approached police to report Tannu missing, and even branded her as mentally challenged. Hakim alleged that his daughter was harassed by her in-laws over dowry, to the extent, she had to stay at her paternal home for a year after marriage. She returned to Faridabad after the intervention of a panchayat, but the matter was far from being resolved. He said that after he was informed about her daughter going missing, he visited Bhoop Singh's house with his other daughter, Preeti, and knew they were lying when he saw the pit outside the home. He alleged that he made several rounds of the local police station but in vain, as they refused to investigate the matter. They took it up only a week ago. The pit was dug Friday morning before Naib Tehsildar Jaswant Singh, and Tannu's body was exhumed. A Faridabad Police spokesperson said raids are being made to nab the other family members. Police handed over Tannu's body to her kin after a post-mortem at Badshah Khan Civil Hospital.
Faridabad dowry horror: Family kills daughter-in-law, hides her body in pit outside house
In Faridabad, a shocking incident unfolded where a woman, Tannu Kumar, was allegedly murdered and secretly buried by her in-laws. For two months, they concealed the crime by reporting her missing. Tannu's father, Hakim, suspected foul play upon seeing a freshly covered pit outside their house, but claims police initially ignored his concerns.
Faridabad government school named among top 10 finalists for Worlds Best School 2025; check why
A Faridabad government school has secured a spot among the top ten globally. The school is recognized for its work in supporting the health of at-risk girls. Haryana's Education Minister, Mahipal Dhanda, sees this as inspiration for other state schools. The World's Best School Prizes will announce winners in October.
The southwest monsoon is advancing rapidly. It is expected to arrive in Delhi, Haryana, and Punjab soon. The India Meteorological Department predicts rainfall in northwest India. The monsoon reached Kerala early. It then stagnated before advancing again. India is likely to receive above-normal rainfall this monsoon season. This is crucial for agriculture and water resources.
Delhi, grappling with severe pollution, has utilised only a fraction of the funds allocated under the National Clean Air Programme. Launched in 2019, the program aims to reduce PM10 pollution significantly by 2026. However, numerous cities, including Noida, Faridabad, and Visakhapatnam, have also shown low fund utilisation, raising concerns about the program's effectiveness.
Air India plane crash: She got married 5 months ago, was set to join husband in London
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Tension in Faridabad as locals resist demolition of mosque wall
Local Muslims were up against arms against the municipal corporation of Faridabad, Haryana, after the administration attempted to demolish a mosque under heavy police presence. The incident occurred on June 10. The municipal corporation alleged the boundary wall of the mosque was encroaching a nearby nala (stormwater drain). A video of the incident emerged on 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 .
Father Walks With 4 Sons On Railway Track In Faridabad, Train Kills Them All
Earlier in the morning, an argument broke out between the couple, after which the man left the house saying that he was taking their four children to a park.
Suspecting wifes infidelity, Bihar man ends life with four children under train
FARIDABAD: A 45-year old man along with his four children died by suicide by jumping in front of a train in Faridabad on Tuesday, police said. All five died on the spot, they said. According to the police, Manoj Mahato (45), a native of Bihar, had some dispute with his wife Priya. This morning, an argument broke out between the couple after which the man left the house saying that he was taking their four children to a park. Before the act, he had given cold drinks and chips to the children. When the train arrived, the children tried to escape, but the man had clutched them in his arms, they said. The police said that the incident took place around 12.55 pm when the Golden Temple Express train was about to reach Ballabgarh station. About a kilometer before the station, the man was seen walking along the railway track carrying two children on his shoulders and holding the hands of two others, they said. The loco pilot kept blowing the horn from a distance but the man did not move from the track. When the train came close to them, he jumped in front of the train with the children -- Pawan (10), Karu (9), Murli (5) and Chotu (3). After getting information about this incident, a police team reached the spot and removed the bodies from the track. A note was found in Mahatos pocket that had his wifes number in it. Mahato suspected that his wife was unfaithful, which could be the reason behind the extreme step, Inspector Rajpal, SHO of GRP said. The bodies have been sent for post-mortem.
Father Holds 4 Sons On Tracks As They Scream, Train Kills Them All
A 45-year old man along with his four children committed suicide by jumping in front of a train in Faridabad on Tuesday, police said.
The 8km stretch from Ashram to Badarpur on Delhi's Mathura Road often takes up to 45 minutes to cross due to flawed road design, multiple intersections, merging traffic from Noida and Faridabad, and unregulated vehicle movement. Despite past efforts to ease congestion, chaos persists, prompting calls for NHAI intervention to develop a signal-free corridor.
Authorities start work on flyover at Kalindi Kunj intersection to check traffic congestion
To ease traffic congestion at the Kalindi Kunj intersection, authorities are planning an interchange and flyover. NHAI will hire a consultant to prepare a detailed project report for the project, estimated to cost Rs 500 crore. The proposed 500-metre interchange aims to resolve the long-standing traffic bottleneck connecting Delhi, Noida, and Faridabad.
Fake Cardiologist Performed 50+ Surgeries At Faridabad Hospital, Treated Patients Under Stolen ID
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Faridabad's Next Big Leap: The Rise of Integrated Residential Plotting Townships
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E-commerce Giants To Face Legal Action For Selling Unsafe, Uncertified Products
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11 of 16 fresh Covid cases in Haryana from Gurugram, Faridabad
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Nitish Kumar Pandey, accused of rape, escaped from Neemka Jail in Faridabad. He impersonated another inmate, Nitesh, who had a similar name. Jail officials failed to notice the discrepancies in their identities. The real Nitesh was later released. Two jail staff members have been suspended. Police are searching for Nitish in Patna.
Haryana: Citizens' report calls for 'no-go' zones for mining in the Aravallis
CHANDIGARH: A citizens' report has been submitted to Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav and Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, demanding the declaration of 'NO-GO' areas for mining and stone crushing in the Aravallis. It also calls for a law that classifies the destruction of this ancient mountain range as an ecological crime in Haryana. The report, titled State of the Haryana Aravallis: Citizens Report Part 1, was submitted by the environmental collective 'People for Aravallis'. It outlines the status of the Aravalli range across seven Haryana districts, Nuh, Faridabad, Gurugram, Rewari, Mahendergarh, Charkhi Dadri and Bhiwani. The report highlights that due to rampant mining (both licensed and illegal), deforestation, encroachments, and diversion of Aravalli land for various projects, the two-billion-year-old range is on the brink of extinction. Neelam Ahluwalia, Founder Member of People for Aravallis, said, This report is the first in the series of reports that our group is sharing with our elected representatives and bureaucracy, on the dismal health of our lifeline which is vital for clean air and water security. In the backdrop of the Supreme Court this week expressing serious concern over continuing illegal mining across the 670-kilometre Aravalli range and giving the Centre-led Committee a final two-month deadline to arrive at a uniform definition of the ecologically crucial mountain range, this report highlights the extremely worrying status of the Aravalli hills and forests in Haryana, she said. She added that the destruction has resulted from a lack of legal safeguards and ground-level protection, with significant consequences for the environment and public health in the region. Dr R.P. Balwan, Retired Conservator of Forests, South Circle Haryana, stated, In the report we have showcased in detail how licensed mining and stone crushing units across the Haryana Aravallis have been flouting rules and regulations, and how illegal mining continues brazenly in most districts in various ways. It also states how out of the seven districts where the Aravallis are present in Haryana, in two districts, licensed mining operations have wiped out most of the two-billion-year-old range. Only a few small hillocks stand in the name of the mighty Aravallis in Bhiwani district! he said. He further noted, The policy decision to allow mining in all the Aravalli hills in Charkhi Dadri district in 2015, other than one hill range which comes under the Aravalli plantation project, has over the last decade resulted in the near annihilation of one of the oldest geological features in the world in this district. Citing a specific case, Dr Balwan added, In Rajawas village in Mahendergarh district, where the Aravalli area was designated as Protected Forest under the Nicobar Swap, in a serious case of illegality, 24 per cent of this PF land was auctioned for mining in 2023. This area is extremely rich in biodiversity with native tree species like Khair, Dhok, Rohida, Dhoodi, Khejri, Hingot, Kair, and some endangered tree species like Guggul, Jaal and Salar. It is also a habitat for many endangered and vulnerable wildlife species such as the rare Rusty Spotted Cat, Leopard, Striped Hyena, Indian Small Civet, Bengal Monitor Lizard, Owl, and Eagle, he said. The report identifies over 60 documented locations and hotspots of illegal mining across the Mahendergarh, Nuh and Gurugram Aravallis, stressing the urgent need for surveillance, protection, and ecological restoration. Indias National Capital Region and Haryana state will soon become a desert and water-starved at the current rate of destruction of the Aravalli hills, which serve as the only shield preventing the expansion of the Thar desert into Haryana and Delhi-NCR, warned Balwan. Dr Rajendra Singh, renowned water conservationist from Rajasthan, added, All the demands made in this report, especially the creation of NO-GO areas for mining and stone crushing, are a must to be implemented to save what is left of the Aravalli hills and centuries-old forests across Gujarat, Rajasthan, Haryana and Delhi. Our elected leaders in the Aravalli states and at the Centre should also consider introducing a law that makes destruction of Aravallis an ecological crime punishable in the strictest way possible so that people indulging in illegal activities know that they will be severely punished, he added. This law should also be applicable to government officials failing to protect the Aravalli range crucial for human, cattle and wildlife health; agricultural productivity; climate modulation, as North West Indias only barrier against desertification, our pollution sink and critical water recharge zone, Singh said.
Name Mix-Up Leads To Wrongful Release Of Rape Accused From Faridabad Jail
Faridabad: Name mix-up leads to release of rape accused instead of prisoner granted bail
In a bizarre mix-up at Neemka jail in Faridabad, authorities mistakenly released Nitesh Pandey, a POCSO prisoner accused of repeatedly raping a minor, instead of another inmate with a similar name who was granted bail on house trespass and assault charges.
Name mix-up leads to release of rape accused instead of prisoner granted bail in Haryana
FARIDABAD: The district jail administration released a POCSO prisoner instead of the prisoner who was supposed to be released on bail due to a mix-up of names, police said on Friday. After the release of the wrong prisoner, a case has been registered against the POCSO prisoner for hiding his identity and getting released at the Sadar police station. The police have begun searching for the prisoner and he will be arrested soon, assured Sadar police station SHO Umesh Kumar. 27-year-old Nitesh Pandey, son of Ravinder Pandey, was arrested on October 2021 for repeatedly raping a nine-year-old boy in Faridabad. Complicating matters, there is a second individual named Nitesh, who is 24 years old and also has a father named Ravinder. He was jailed the previous Sunday on charges of house trespass and assault. Both men were lodged in Neemka jail, Faridabad, the police said. The second Nitesh, accused of assault, was granted bail on Monday by the Faridabad court Chief Judicial Magistrate. He was set to be released from jail on Tuesday, however, authorities released Nitesh Pandey, the rape accused. The jail administration now claims that Nitesh Pandey managed to obtain his release by hiding his identity. We have lodged a complaint with the Sadar Police Station against Nitish Pandey for obtaining his release by hiding his identity, Jail Deputy Superintendent Vikram Singh said.
First Covid death reported in Chandigarh; Haryana records 12 active cases, Punjab three
CHANDIGARH: A 40-year-old man who had tested positive for Covid died early this morning at the Government Medical College and Hospital (GMCH), Sector 32, Chandigarh. The man, originally from Firozabad in Uttar Pradesh, had been referred to GMCH from Ludhiana after testing positive for Covid. He was admitted to the Covid unit of the hospital, where he was kept in isolation. This marks the first confirmed Covid-related death in Chandigarh. Sources said the hospital authorities have not yet confirmed whether the infection was caused by the latest JN.1 variant. Confirming the death, Medical Superintendent of Government Medical College and Hospital (GMCH), Sector 32, GP Thami said the patient had been admitted to the hospital two days ago with severe respiratory problems. He tested positive for COVID-19 on Tuesday and died today. We tested him on the second day as he came with respiratory issues and was put on a ventilator and was immediately placed in isolation within the Covid ward. He had no reported comorbidities, raising further concerns about the virulence of the current strain, said Thami. Covid cases rise, situation under control, says Karnataka Minister Health authorities are now expected to intensify monitoring and response measures to prevent further spread. Two ventilators had been set up in anticipation of any emergency care needs. As of May 27, Haryana has reported a total of 12 confirmed COVID-19 cases. Among these, Gurugram accounts for 6 active cases, with 2 new infections reported recently . Faridabad has also reported cases, contributing to the states overall tally . Haryana Health Minister Arti Singh Rao has assured the public that there is no need to panic, emphasizing that the government has made all necessary arrangements to handle the situation. The health department is closely monitoring the developments and urges residents to adhere to safety protocols . Meanwhile, Punjab currently has three active cases. One patient is from Amritsar, while two others, although counted in Punjab's active tally, originally belong to Haryana. One of them, a 51-year-old woman from Yamunanagar in Haryana, tested positive at a private hospital in Mohali last week. The other is a 25-year-old man who tested positive in Ferozepur. He had been working in a private firm in Gurugram and had arrived in Ferozepur a few days ago to stay with his parents due to illness. He later tested positive for Covid. All those who came in contact with him are being traced as a precautionary measure. The health department has since isolated him at home. Another patient, originally from Firozabad in Uttar Pradesh, had been referred to GMCH in Chandigarh from Ludhiana and died today. There were three active Covid cases in the state in January this year, all of whom have since recovered. Minister Damodar Rajanarasimha reviews Covid-19 status, monsoon disease preparedness in Telangana
First Covid death reported in Chandigarh; Haryana records 14 active cases, Punjab three
CHANDIGARH: A 40-year-old man who had tested positive for Covid died early this morning at the Government Medical College and Hospital (GMCH), Sector 32, Chandigarh. The man, originally from Firozabad in Uttar Pradesh, had been referred to GMCH from Ludhiana after testing positive for Covid. He was admitted to the Covid unit of the hospital, where he was kept in isolation. This marks the first confirmed Covid-related death in Chandigarh. Sources said the hospital authorities have not yet confirmed whether the infection was caused by the latest JN.1 variant. Confirming the death, Medical Superintendent of Government Medical College and Hospital (GMCH), Sector 32, GP Thami said the patient had been admitted to the hospital two days ago with severe respiratory problems. He tested positive for COVID-19 on Tuesday and died today. We tested him on the second day as he came with respiratory issues and was put on a ventilator and was immediately placed in isolation within the Covid ward. He had no reported comorbidities, raising further concerns about the virulence of the current strain, said Thami. Covid cases rise, situation under control, says Karnataka Minister Health authorities are now expected to intensify monitoring and response measures to prevent further spread. Two ventilators had been set up in anticipation of any emergency care needs. As of May 27, Haryana has reported a total of 12 confirmed COVID-19 cases. Among these, Gurugram accounts for 6 active cases, with 2 new infections reported recently . Faridabad has also reported cases, contributing to the states overall tally . Haryana Health Minister Arti Singh Rao has assured the public that there is no need to panic, emphasizing that the government has made all necessary arrangements to handle the situation. The health department is closely monitoring the developments and urges residents to adhere to safety protocols . Meanwhile, Punjab currently has three active cases. One patient is from Amritsar, while two others, although counted in Punjab's active tally, originally belong to Haryana. One of them, a 51-year-old woman from Yamunanagar in Haryana, tested positive at a private hospital in Mohali last week. The other is a 25-year-old man who tested positive in Ferozepur. He had been working in a private firm in Gurugram and had arrived in Ferozepur a few days ago to stay with his parents due to illness. He later tested positive for Covid. All those who came in contact with him are being traced as a precautionary measure. The health department has since isolated him at home. Another patient, originally from Firozabad in Uttar Pradesh, had been referred to GMCH in Chandigarh from Ludhiana and died today. There were three active Covid cases in the state in January this year, all of whom have since recovered. Minister Damodar Rajanarasimha reviews Covid-19 status, monsoon disease preparedness in Telangana
Hyderabad police arrests Heera Golds Nowhera Shaikh
Hyderabad: Hyderabad police have arrested Nowhera Shaikh, the key accused in the multi-crore Heera Gold investment fraud case, from Faridabad and she is being brought to the city. According to reports, the Central Crime Station (CCS) team executed pending non-bailable warrants (NBWs) against her after tracking her movements in Haryana. Long-pending warrants against Heera Golds 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 .
Haryana reports four new COVID cases: Health Minister urges residents to take proper precautions
CHANDIGARH: Haryana has reported four new Covid cases, two each from Gurugram and Faridabad, amid rising infections in other parts of the country. According to sources, all four patients, comprising two men and two women, have tested positive for the Omicron variant of the virus. All four individuals were previously vaccinated and have no recent international travel history. Their symptoms are mild, and they are currently stable under home quarantine. A person from the Gurugram district who was earlier detected with the virus has already recovered. Haryana Health Minister Arti Singh Rao said that the state health department is closely monitoring the situation to ensure public safety and preparedness. There was no cause for panic. This variant is mild and manageable, and we are following all advisories issued by the Government of India from time to time. Citizens are advised to remain calm and continue following COVID-appropriate behaviour, she stated. She said that to ensure readiness, civil surgeons across the state have been directed to maintain logistics and treatment facilities. She further said the Haryana Government continues to prioritise the health and safety of its citizens. Rao called on citizens to take basic precautions such as hand hygiene, wearing masks in crowded areas and avoiding unnecessary gatherings. Notably, while COVID-19 is now considered another type of viral infection, basic precautions such as hand hygiene, wearing masks in crowded areas and avoiding unnecessary gatherings are still encouraged.
