Indias Largest Automobile Gati Shakti Multi-Modal Cargo Terminal Unveiled In Haryana's Manesar
Fake job promise: Haryana treasury employee cheat youth of Rs 15L, FIR filed
Model found dead in Sonipat canal; boyfriend arrested for murder
A 24-year-old Haryana model, Sheetal (alias Simmi), was found dead with her throat slit in a Sonipat canal, police on Tuesday announced the arrest of her alleged boyfriend in connection with the case; a car was also recovered from the canal
Heavy Rain In Gurugram Leaves Roads, Streets Waterlogged, Normal Life Disrupted | Watch
Heavy rains lashed Haryana's Gurugram and other parts of the Delhi-NCR region on Tuesday, bringing relief from the recent scorching heat.
Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw inaugurates Indias largest automobile Gatishakti Cargo Terminal in Manesar
CHANDIGARH: The Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw inaugurated the countrys largest automobile cargo terminal, the Gati Shakti Multi-Modal Cargo Terminal at Maruti Suzukis Manesar facility in Haryana. The terminal is expected to significantly enhance freight capacity and industrial logistics. It is connected to Patli railway station via a ten-kilometre dedicated rail corridor, a component of the 121.7-kilometre Haryana Orbital Rail Corridor developed by the Haryana Rail Infrastructure Development Corporation (HRIDC). Vaishnaw noted that 108 Multimodal Cargo terminals are now ready and will soon be in service. Spread over 46 acres inside the MSIL Manesar facility, the railway siding features a fully electrified corridor having four full-length tracks for rakes and one track for engine escape, totalling 8.2 kilometres of track length. The siding also includes a two-floor station building, a dedicated pathway for guards and drivers along the tracks, advanced electronic train interlocking and many more. Models manufactured at MSILs Gurugram and Manesar facilities will be dispatched to 17 hubs from this railway siding serving 380 cities across India. Port locations of Mundra and Pipavav, used by the company for exports, will also be served. The railway siding will have a dispatch capability of 450,000 vehicles at full capacity. Speaking at the inauguration of the railway siding facility at Maruti Plant in Manesar, Haryana, Ashwini Vaishnav said that to upgrade passenger trains, 16 and 20-coach Main Line EMU trains will be manufactured. Till now, MEMUs were manufactured with 8 or 12 coaches. This project will be implemented in a new factory being started in Kazipet, Telangana. This will provide great relief for short-distance travel. The number of Amrit Bharat Express trains will soon increase by six more as 50 more trains are under making. Also, Vande Bharat trains are being extended to new routes, he said. Vaishnav said, NaMo Bharat trains have received a great response from the passengers. Now, 50 new AC passenger trains will be added. Earlier, two trains started between Ahmedabad-Bhuj and Patna-Jaynagar. In total, 150 new passenger trains will come into service. So far, the work of 1300 Amrit Bharat stations has been approved. Out of these, 103 stations have been completed recently, and the Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated them from Bikaner. Now, 100 more such stations will be completed by December 2025, and 500 more stations will be constructed by 2026. Vaishnaw said that to prevent misuse of bots in Tatkal ticket booking, only KYC-verified passengers will get the facility of online booking from July 1 and an ID will also be mandatory on window booking. He added that India now ranks second in the world in both freight and passenger traffic. Last year, 7.2 billion passengers travelled by rail and 1617 million tonnes of goods were carried. The freight corridor is now fully operational and about 400 freight trains are running on it every day, he said. Vaishnaw further said that the Bikaner Division has started publishing the chart 24 hours in advance (it was four hours in advance, earlier) as an innovative initiative. It reduced uncertainty among the passengers and facilitated them in making better plans. He said that the Indian Railways has witnessed an unprecedented transformation in the last 11 years under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He added that before 2014, Railways remained a victim of neglect for decades, with an annual investment of only Rs 25,000 to 30,000 crores. However, now the investment has increased to Rs 2.5 lakh crores, which is accelerating the development of railway infrastructure and facilities. Vaishnaw said, Legacy problems prevailing in Railways over the years are now being eliminated one by one. Stations, trains, toilets, tracks, cleanliness, technology -- every sector has been improved comprehensively. New facilities are being provided to passengers and integrated development is being given priority in collaboration with the industry. Haryana Chief Minister Nayan Singh Saini highlighted that today, Haryana has become one of Indias leading automobile manufacturing hubs, producing nearly 50 per cent of all cars made in the country. The development of an internal railway yard by the Haryana Rail Infrastructure Development Corporation at Maruti underscores the States commitment to 'Ease of Doing Business' and infrastructure development, he said. Reaffirming the vision to emerge as a logistics hub, the State has partnered with various industry bodies and educational institutions to enhance workforce skills across Haryana, he added. Saini said that the project is an outstanding example of Prime Minister Narendra Modis visionary Gati Shakti initiative more than a scheme, it represents a revolution and a commitment to transform Indias approach to infrastructure development. He further shared that the PM Gati Shakti platform brings together key sectors such as railways, roads, ports, airports, waterways, and logistics under one integrated vision. The railway siding at Maruti Suzuki is an example of it, allowing cars manufactured at the plant to be directly loaded onto cargo trains and shipped to destinations across India. Speaking on the occasion, Hisashi Takeuchi, MD and CEO, Maruti Suzuki India Limited, said, The project underscores our strong commitment to Indias Net Zero emissions target 2070. It will contribute to avoiding 175,000 tonnes of CO2 emissions, saving 60 million litres of fuel annually at full capacity, and reducing road congestion. Lowering carbon emissions remains a top priority at Maruti Suzuki, and we aim to achieve this by increasing the share of vehicle dispatches through railways to 35 per cent by FY 2030-31.
CCTV Footage Shows Haryana Model Entering Car With Lover Hours Before He 'Killed' Her
The man, identified as Sunil, is married with two children and was arrested after he confessed to Haryana-based model Sheetal's murder
Haryanvi model Sheetal Choudhary found dead; police arrest married man with kids
Chandigarh: In a breakthrough, Haryana Police arrested Sunil, a father of two, for the alleged murder of 24-year-old Haryanvi model Sheetal Choudhary who was known for her work in regional music albums. The arrest was made in Panipat, bringing a chilling twist to the high-profile case. The accused, a resident of Israna, was arrested []
Delhi Weather Update: Rain and thunderstorms hit Delhi-NCR, several parts of India
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted light to moderate rain and thunderstorms for Delhi, Noida, and other parts of the National Capital Region. Several other regions including Bihar, Rajasthan, Haryana, and Jammu-Kashmir-Ladakh are also expected to receive heavy rainfall.
RPL: Every Match And Interaction Is Raising Our Level, Says Bengaluru's Mohit Khatri
Rugby Premier League: After a draw in their opening match in the inaugural season of the Rugby Premier League (RPL) on Sunday, Bengaluru Bravehearts bounced back in style with a commanding 35-10 win over the Kalinga Black Tigers, registering their first victory in the tournament. Man of the Match and one of Indias best Mohit Khatri shed light on the environment in the dressing room, his experience playing against his brothers and the powerful impact RPL is set to have on the Indian rugby ecosystem. The first match was a draw but we are happy with the win in our second match. Hopefully, the winning cycle will continue. Lets see what happens in the upcoming matches, but the energy is great, and the team is coming together, Mohit said after the big win. The RPL is a first-of-its-kind franchise-based rugby league which has enabled top stars from around the world to play together as teammates. Mohit, a seasoned Indian international himself, finds the experience of playing alongside foreign professionals highly rewarding. Its been a really good experience. Ive learnt a lot from the foreign players in such a short time, theres so much I cant even express in words. We are slowly beginning to understand what it means to play at world standards. Every match, every interaction, its raising our level, he stated. The foreign players are incredibly down to earth. Whenever we approach them for advice, they respond, guide, encourage and even celebrate our small victories. The whole environment is very positive and supportive, Mohit added. Mohit isnt the only Khatri featuring in the RPL, as his brothers Prince Khatri and Neeraj Khatri are also playing against him for the Hyderabad Heroes and the Mumbai Dreamers, respectively. The brothers started their rugby story together in Haryana and were introduced to the sport by their eldest brother and former Indian rugby captain Vikas Khatri. We used to play sports like football and cricket when we were kids. One day, my elder brother Vikas told us to try something new and introduced us to rugby, Mohit recalled. Weve always played together but now, were playing against each other, it is like exam time. Lets see how well Ive learnt from them over the years, he added. Since it's the first season, the RPL has included a maximum of 30 Indian players in the league, however, Mohit believes with the growing popularity of the league among the masses, the number will increase a lot going forward. A lot of Indian players have reached out to me. The sport is still growing but this league will change that. As RPLs name spreads, more kids will get inspired. Next year, maybe therell be 50 or 60 Indian players. Well work hard to increase that number. Lastly, Mohit sent out a warm message to the people and said, If there are any kids in your neighbourhood or if there is anyone who is interested in playing a new game, our game is most welcome for all of you. Come and play our game, watch our league, and support us as much as possible. The first game on Tuesday will see the Delhi Redz take on the Chennai Bulls. Delhi Redz is coming off of a draw in their opening match as they face an in-form Chennai Bulls side who have won two games on the trot. Lastly, Mohit sent out a warm message to the people and said, If there are any kids in your neighbourhood or if there is anyone who is interested in playing a new game, our game is most welcome for all of you. Come and play our game, watch our league, and support us as much as possible. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS
Married boyfriend arrested for Haryana model's murder
Sheetal, 24, was found with her throat slit and injuries in other parts of the body on Sunday. A car was also recovered from the canal.
On CCTV, Haryana Model Seen Entering Car With Married Lover Who Killed Her
The accused, Sunil, was found in a hospital in Panipat, where he confessed to killing Sheetal.
Haryana Murder Case Solved: Model Sheetal Choudhary's Boyfriend With 2 Kids Confesses To Crime
The murder occurred on Saturday. The mystery of Sheetal Chaudhary's murder has been solved with the arrest of her boyfriend Sunil.
Who Was Sheetal Choudhary, Haryana Model Killed By Married Lover
Sheetal Choudhary, also known as Simi on social media, was a 26-year-old model and budding actress from Panipat, Haryana.
Haryana model Sheetal Chaudhary, known as Simmi, was murdered by her boyfriend, Sunil, who stabbed her multiple times. Sheetal's body was found in a Sonipat canal after she made a distress video call to her sister, reporting Sunil's assault. Sunil confessed to the murder, citing possessiveness and suspicion as motives, and is now in police custody as investigations continue.
Haryana Model Murder Case: Accused Confesses To Fatally Stabbing Sheetal, Arrested
The model's family had lodged a missing person's report at the Matlauda police station on June 15 after Sheetal went missing.
Can't grant extraordinary relief to those who sleep over rights: Punjab and Haryana high court
The Punjab and Haryana High Court dismissed a former soldier's wife's plea for special benefits, citing a 20-year delay. The court emphasized that individuals who delay seeking their rights should not expect extraordinary relief.
Haryana model Sheetal, also known as Simmi Chaudhary, was found dead in a canal near Sonipat, bearing injuries from a sharp weapon. She had been missing since June 14 after leaving for a shoot. Her boyfriend, Sunil, was found in his car in a canal in Panipat and has been arrested. Police are investigating complaints Sheetal previously filed against Sunil.
Govt proposes 113 kms canal to stop J&K rivers water to Pak
Feasibility study being conducted Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, June 16: In what could be a major setback for Pakistan following suspension of Indus Water Treaty (IWT) after April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, the Central Government has proposed construction of 113 kms long canal to transfer surplus water from Jammu and Kashmir to Punjab, Haryana and Rajasthan to prevent it from flowing to the neighbouring country. A feasibility study is being conducted for transferring surplus water from J&K to Punjab, Haryana and [] The post Govt proposes 113 kms canal to stop J&K rivers water to Pak appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Model found dead in Haryana canal, police suspect murder
The police are treating the case as suspected murder and are probing the role of Sheetal's 'male friend' in her death.
Cyber fraudster held for targeting schools in Karnataka, Hyderabad
Gurugram: A cyber fraudsterKarnataka and Hyderabad by sending fake fee payment messages to their accountants were arrested by Nuh police, officials said on Monday. Police said the accused identified as Salim alias Salli, from Jalaka village in Haryanas Nuh district, and recovered a mobile phone along with a fake SIM card from his possession. According 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 .
Who was Sheetal alias Simmi Chaudhary? Haryana-based model found dead in Sonipat canal
Police are also investigating the man who was last known to be in contact with the model.
A 113 Km-Long Canal: Inside India's Big Indus Waters Treaty Plan
India is conducting a feasibility study for constructing a 113 km-long canal for redirecting surplus flow from the three western rivers of the Indus water system to Punjab, Haryana and Rajasthan, top sources have told NDTV.
Body Of Haryana Model Found In Canal; Murder Suspected
Sheetal Had Left For A Shoot; Police Recover Car, Injuries Found On Body
Missing Haryana Model Found Dead In Canal, Throat Slit
Haryana-based model, Sheetal, was found dead with her throat slit in a canal in Sonipat, days after she was reported missing from Panipat.
Haryana model's body found in Sonipat canal with throat cut
The body of a Haryana-based model, identified as Sheetal, was discovered with her throat slit in Sonipat on Monday. The victim worked in the Haryanvi music industry and was reported missing a few days ago.
Punjab BJP chief writes to CM Mann demanding probe into drug money trail under supervision of HC
CHANDIGARH: Punjab BJP President Sunil Jakhar wrote a letter to CM Bhagwant Mann demanding a 'time-bound agency or a multi-agency probe under the direct supervision of the Chief Justice of Punjab and Haryana HC into the drug money trail to track down the powerful and end beneficiaries. He stated that the fortunes of several Punjab politicians have improved in the last few years, as the MLAs who would come on bicycles now own luxury cars and farm houses, which cannot be a coincidence. Jakhar in the letter to CM Mann stated that he was writing to draw his attention towards the criticalness of an urgent probe under the direct supervision of Chief Justice of Punjab and Haryana High Court Sheel Nagu to track down the mighty and powerful end beneficiaries in the drug money trail, which is the primary source that has tormented Punjab. He stressed it was important if the government wants to establish its credibility and resolve its fight against drugs. It is imperative to 'follow the money in the drug money trail, without which the exercise to root out drugs from Punjab is not only futile but a farce as well, the letter reads. It added, Arresting thousands of drug addicts and small players will not make much difference. The 'elephant in the room has to be addressed. The flow of money has to be established to catch the big fish and arrest the end beneficiaries, be it politicians across party lines or officials. The drug cartels in Punjab cannot thrive without some or the other kind of patronage. The letter further stated that the value of the recovered narcotics in Punjab goes up to several thousands of crores of rupees, which underlines the rot that exists. Since the quantum of money involved in the drug money trail is colossally huge, it reeks of money laundering which can be probed by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) or as deemed fit by the Chief Justice, since money laundering could be huge and involving the high and mighty, the letter stated. It added that the Minister, MLAs, party presidents, party in-charge, and leaders of whole hues should be part of the investigation by the agency. Merely by filing mandatory income tax returns does not end the chapter. I as the state BJP president, offer myself to be the first to be probed as a mark of my and my partys sincerity and earnestness, it reads. Letter further stated, It is prudent that the role of judiciary and the executive remain separate and independent, which is why there is an urgent need that you seek the intervention of the Chief Justice of Punjab and Haryana High Court under whos supervision this probe to establish the flow of money in the drug money trail can be initiated. He also said that the probe should also include the trial of illicit money from mining and sand mafia. Jakhar concluded the letter by saying that he hopes that the seriousness of the situation will be appreciated and acted upon urgently to restore the faith of the people of Punjab.
Haryana Model's Throat Slit, Body Dumped In Canal In Sonipat
A missing person complaint against Sheetal was filed a few days ago, officials said. Upon investigation, they found her body in a canal near the Khanda village.
Srishti Gupta is an IPS officer from the Haryana cadre. According to her LinkedIn profile, she completed her schooling at Delhi Public School, Vasant Kunj, from 1999 to 2012.
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IMD sounds flash flood alert for northeast & south India
NEW DELHI: As the monsoon gained momentum after a two-week lull, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Sunday issued a flash flood alert for northeast and south India. The reactivation of the second phase of the southwest monsoon may bring heavy rainfall to coastal Karnataka, Kerala, and Mahe. Additionally, the northeastern states face an increased risk of moderate to severe flash floods. The region is expected to experience heavy rainfall, potentially exceeding 200 mm, the IMD said. Experts warn that the exceptional rainfall may lead to increased surface runoff, soil saturation, and flooding in low-lying areas, which could create conditions conducive to landslides. IMD issued a red alert for Konkan, Goa, Coastal Karnataka, and Kerala, and an orange alert for the northeast. There is a moderate to high risk of flash floods in Nagaland, Meghalaya, Mizoram, and parts of Assam over the next two days. Orange alert signify the need to be prepared for any eventuality, while Red alert is for the initiation of action taken. This year, the Southwest monsoon reached the Kerala coast eight days before its scheduled date, June 1. It quickly spread over the southern peninsula, a part of central India, and northeast before its time until June 2. Later, the intrusion of warm air from the western side stopped the moisture-laden eastern wind from moving further. This caused a dry spell and heatwave in north India. Multiple systems have formed across the country. An upper air cyclonic circulation lies over the northwest Bay of Bengal, south Madhya Maharashtra and its neighbourhood, north Rajasthan, south Himachal Pradesh, and north Uttarakhand. Further, a trough runs from east MP to Bangladesh, and another trough runs from north Rajasthan to west MP. Under the influence of these systems, south, west, central, and northeast India will receive heavy rainfall. In the next few days, northwest India will receive scattered rainfall, thunderstorms and lightning, and hailstorms in Haryana. The rainfall will bring down temperatures and humidity in north India. IMD also predicted a dust storm over west Rajasthan, with wind speeds reaching 50-60 kmph and gusting to 70 kmph. In its bulletin, IMD said conditions are favourable for the further advancement of the southwest monsoon over some parts of Gujarat, some more parts of Vidarbha, Chhattisgarh, and Odisha during the next 24 hours, and over some parts of West Bengal, Jharkhand, Bihar, and east UP during the subsequent three days. Northwest India to get scattered rainfall A trough runs from east MP to Bangladesh, and another runs from north Rajasthan to west MP. Under the influence of these systems, south, west, central, and northeast India will receive heavy rainfall. Northwest India will receive scattered rainfall, thunderstorms and lightning.
Haryanas Vipan wins 15th Intl Battal Ballian Dangal title
Excelsior Sports Correspondent REASI, June 15: Young wrestler Vipan from Akhara Raiwal, Sonipat (Haryana) clinched the 15th International Annual Battal Ballian Dangal title by defeating Benia Min of J&K Police in a fiercely contested malli bout lasting nine minutes. Vipan was awarded a cash prize of Rs 90,000, while the runner-up received Rs 60,000. The mega Kanta Kushti event was organized by the Battal Ballian Dangal Committee in association with the J&K Indian Style Wrestling Association, under the guidance of [] The post Haryanas Vipan wins 15th Intl Battal Ballian Dangal title appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Delhi's liquor retail model faces challenges. Customers prefer shops in Gurgaon and Faridabad due to lower prices and better variety. The current policy limits brand availability and competition. Government corporations have monopolized the retail business. A new policy is expected to create a level playing field. This will prevent revenue loss and improve customer experience.
Bigger Indus plan: 113km canal to take surplus to Punjab, Haryana and Rajasthan
India is advancing its Indus water strategy by initiating a feasibility study for a 113 km canal to transfer surplus water from Jammu & Kashmir to Punjab, Haryana, and Rajasthan. This project aims to fully utilize the eastern rivers and India's allocated share in the western rivers, potentially reducing water flow to Pakistan.
Haryana Housing Boards future uncertain as state govt plans its merger into HSVP
BJP sending Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini to divide society in Punjab, says LoP Partap Singh Bajwa
India and England to jointly celebrate international Gita Jayanti Festival: CM Nayab Singh Saini
Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini announced that this year's International Gita Mahotsav will be held in collaboration with England, aiming to spread the Bhagavad Gita's message globally. Millions of devotees gather annually at Brahma Sarovar for Gita Jayanti celebrations, highlighting Kurukshetras spiritual significance. CM Saini also addressed law and order improvements and expressed condolences for the Ahmedabad plane crash victims.
Indian Army Honours Kargil War Heros Family Under Ghar-Ghar Shaurya Samman
Chandigarh, Jun 15: The Indian Army on Sunday paid tribute to the martyrdom of Lance Naik Krishna Kumar, a brave soldier of the 17th Jat Regiment, who laid down his life during the Kargil war. Under the Ghar-Ghar Shaurya Samman initiative, the army presented his family with a certificate of honour and memento at their residence in Tarkanwali village in Haryanas Sirsa district. A team of army representatives, comprising Havildar Kamlesh Bishroi and soldier Sunil, visited the martyrs family, including [] The post Indian Army Honours Kargil War Heros Family Under Ghar-Ghar Shaurya Samman appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Haryana's CM flagged off a Yoga Marathon at Kurukshetra, initiating a campaign for a drug-free state ahead of International Yoga Day. The event, drawing massive participation, awarded cash prizes and promoted health, culture, and environmental awareness. Celebrations will continue with yoga sessions led by Swami Ramdev and the distribution of medicinal plants, reinforcing the state's commitment to holistic well-being.
Five dead as ambulance carrying body crashes into pick-up vehicle in UP
AMETHI: An ambulance transporting a body and family members of the deceased rammed into a pick-up vehicle on the Purvanchal Expressway here on Sunday, killing five persons, a police official said. The accident took place when the ambulance was transporting the body from Haryana to Bihar. Five people travelling in the ambulance died in the collision, while one person was seriously injured. The injured has been admitted to the district hospital, SHO of Bazar Shukul police station Abhinesh Kumar said. The injured has been identified as Shambhu Rai of Samastipur district of Bihar. According to the police, the deceased have been identified as Rajkumar Sharma alias Satish Sharma, Ravi Sharma and Phoolo Sharma, residents of Samastipur district of Bihar, besides Sarfaraz and Abid (both drivers), who are residents of Haryana. Additional Superintendent of Police (ASP) Shailendra Kumar Singh said the ambulance was going from Haryana to Samastipur with the body of Ashok Sharma, a resident of Rambhadrapur of Samastipur. There were two drivers and four family members in the ambulance. The Additional SP said the ambulance hit the pickup from behind. The bodies of the deceased have been sent for postmortem. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath expressed grief over the loss of lives. In a post on X in Hindi, the Chief Minister's Office said, #UPCM @myogiadityanath has taken cognisance of the road accident in Amethi district. He has expressed condolences to the bereaved families of the deceased. The Chief Minister has directed the district administration officials to immediately take the injured to the hospital and provide them with proper treatment. He also wished for the speedy recovery of the injured, it said. #UPCM @myogiadityanath , CM Office, GoUP (@CMOfficeUP) June 15, 2025
CHANDIGARH: Self-styled Sikh radical Amritpal Singh Mehron , the prime accused in the murder of digital content creator Kanchan Kumari alias Kamal Kaur Bhabhi allegedly for posting 'obscene' content has also issued threats to other social media influencers, including Simarpreet Kaur alias 'Preet Jatti' and Deepika Luthra. Punjab Police have now issued a lookout circular against Mehron, who remains absconding, and have blocked four of his Instagram handles in India, along with the account of the group he heads, Kaum De Rakhe, for allegedly posting racist content and death threats. A 30-year-old Nihang and resident of Moga, Mehron has a significant social media following. His blocked accounts amritpalsinghmehron , amritpalsingh_mehron , amritpal.singh.mehron , and kaum.de.rakhe are now inaccessible in India, displaying a message citing legal restrictions. Sources state several other accounts are under scrutiny for supporting Mehron's objectionable content. Disturbingly, some influencers from Punjab and Haryana have posted videos justifying Kanchans murder as a warning to so-called immoral elements. Punjab Police ask Tinder for details on profile linked to radical preacher Amritpal Singh On Saturday, Simarpreet Kaur, alias Preet Jatti a popular influencer from Tarn Taran with over 5 lakh Instagram followers revealed she had received death threats for promoting astrology. She stated she had been warned against posting any content and appealed for police protection, highlighting her concern for her five-month-old child. Another influencer, Deepika Luthra from Amritsar, said she too was threatened by Mehron. Though she had deleted her earlier posts and publicly apologised, she claimed to still feel endangered. Mehron allegedly warned her that there are many parking lots, and it is not necessary for a body to be found every time. The cybercrime cell of Amritsar Police has registered a case against Mehron for issuing threats to Luthra and others, warning them against posting double meaning or vulgar content. In a video posted on Friday, three members of the social media platform Pendu Jatt Records also issued an apology to Mehron, pledging to stop posting obscene content, admitting they had done so to increase their follower count. Meanwhile, Pakistan-based gangster Shahzad Bhatti has come out in support of Mehron, offering him any kind of support to act against social media influencers allegedly promoting indecent content. Senior Superintendent of Police, Bathinda, Amneet Kondal confirmed that a lookout circular has been issued to prevent Mehron from fleeing the country. The state cyber cell has launched a formal investigation. Mehron, who refers to himself as a religious leader, contested the 2022 Punjab Assembly election from the Tarn Taran seat on a Shiromani Akali Dal (Amritsar) ticket but was unsuccessful. As per his election affidavit, he studied up to Class 12 (non-medical stream) and holds a diploma in diesel mechanics. Chairperson of the Punjab State Commission for Women, Raj Lali Gill, condemned the incident, saying, Self-styled vigilantes have no right to indulge in moral policing or take the law into their own hands. However, it is also the responsibility of content creators to ensure that their material does not breach the social and moral fabric of society. There is a need to raise awareness on this issue, especially as children and youth are heavily influenced by social media.
Haryana Minister Anil Vij Seeks Metro Link Between Ambala And Chandigarh To Ease Traffic Woes
Haryana chief minister criticizes Punjab government for doing petty politics over important issues.
Haryanas Vipan wins 14th Panya Dangal title
Excelsior Sports Correspondent REASI, June 14: A young wrestler Vipan of Heri Akhara Raiwal, district Sonipat, Haryana, clinched the 14th Annual Panya (Akhnoor) Dangal title by defeating seasoned wrestler Benia Min of J&K Police in the high-voltage first malli bout lasting five minutes. Vipan, an 18-year-old and 12th class student, was honoured with a cash award of Rs 40,000, a traditional Gurj (Gadda) and the prestigious Panya Kesari Patta, while runner-up Benia Min received Rs 30,000. The mega wrestling event, [] The post Haryanas Vipan wins 14th Panya Dangal title appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Haryana officials question sampling process in irrigation dept probe
Duleep Trophy Goes Back To Zonal Format, Indias Schedule Announced For White-ball Series Against NZ
Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: After a meeting on Saturday, the Apex Council of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced that the 2025/26 domestic will begin with the Duleep Trophy on August 28 and conclude with the Senior Womens Inter-Zonal Multi-Day Trophy on April 3, 2026. As per changes announced by the Apex Council, the Duleep Trophy and Senior Womens Challenger tournaments will now be contested between six zonal teams selected by zonal selectors. The format is a departure from the last time when the national selection committee picked the squads, and for the upcoming season, teams will be picked by the Zonal Selection Committee as per the previous tradition. The Apex Council also said the Plate Group restructuring has been introduced across age categories. As per this, the bottom 6 teams (based on the previous seasons rankings) will be placed in the plate group for limited-overs tournaments, adding that only one team will be promoted/relegated between Elite and Plate groups going forward. In the 2025/26 domestic schedule, the prestigious Ranji Trophy will continue to be held in two phases. The first phase of the tournament will begin on October 15 and run till November 19, while the second phase begins on January 22. Regarding the tournament updates, the Apex Council said the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy and Senior Womens T20 Trophy will now include a Super League stage instead of a traditional knockout. In this, each team will play three games in the league, following which the top team from Groups A and B will feature in the final. As far as new tournament grouping formats are concerned, major tournaments such as the Vijay Hazare Trophy, Senior Womens One Day Trophy, and Mens U23 State A Trophy will follow a four Elite Groups + one Plate Group model. On the other hand, most junior and womens tournaments (U16, U19, U23) have been moved to a five Elite + one Plate group structure. Meanwhile, the BCCI Apex Council has also approved the venues for Indias upcoming white-ball home series against New Zealand, scheduled to be held in early 2026. Vadodara, Rajkot, and Indore will host ODIs on January 11, 14 and 18, respectively. Nagpur, Raipur, Guwahati, Visakhapatnam, and Thiruvananthapuram are the hosts for the five T20Is to be held from January 21 to 31. The five T20I matches will serve as vital preparation games for India and New Zealand ahead of the 2026 Mens T20 World Cup, to be played in India and Sri Lanka. Ranji Trophy Groups for 2025-26 season Elite A: Tamil Nadu, Baroda, Jharkhand, Odisha, Uttar Pradesh, Andhra, Nagaland Elite B: Saurashtra, Chandigarh, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Punjab, Goa Elite C: Gujarat, Haryana, Services, Bengal, Railways, Tripura, Uttarakhand, Assam Elite D: Mumbai, Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Delhi, Hyderabad, Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh, Puducherry Plate: Meghalaya, Mizoram, Sikkim, Manipur, Arunachal India vs New Zealand mens white-ball series schedule: ODIs: - Vadodara (January 11), Rajkot (January 14) and Indore (January 18) India vs New Zealand mens white-ball series schedule: Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS
CHANDIGARH: The Union Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has written to the governments of Punjab, Haryana and Himachal Pradesh, urging them to reconsider the fee levied on ethanol production in their respective excise policies, warning that the move may hamper the ethanol blending programme and escalate fuel prices. The ministry, in its letters to these state governments, stated that the provision to levy a Regulatory Fee (Ethanol Permit/Pass) in their excise policies could restrict the free movement of ethanol within and outside the states. This, it noted, would ultimately increase the cost of ethanol-blended petrol. The letters were addressed individually by Additional Secretary in the Union Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Parveen M Khanooja. The letter to Himachal Pradesh Chief Secretary Prabodh Saxena was sent on March 27, followed by a letter to Punjab Chief Secretary KAP Sinha on April 8, and another to Haryana Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi on May 23. This newspaper has copies of all three letters. Interestingly, of the three states, Punjab has an Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government, Himachal Pradesh is governed by the Congress, while Haryana is ruled by the BJP. It has been brought to the ministrys notice by oil marketing companies (OMCs) that as per the excise policy 202527 of Haryana state, there is a substantial increase in the licence fee/annual renewal fee for distilleries. Also, the aforesaid policy has introduced a fee of Rs 1 per bulk litre (BL) for issuance of pass for ethanol for mixing in petrol for use as automobile fuel. Additionally, an import duty of Rs 1.20 per bulk litre has also been levied. Given that ethanol is already subject to Goods and Services Tax (GST), imposing an additional excise duty would constitute double taxation, which runs contrary to sound taxation principles and could be legally untenable, especially for a production crucial to a national programme like the ethanol blended petrol programme. Furthermore, the increased costs resulting from the proposed fees and duty in excise policy 202527 are likely to raise the price of ethanol-blended petrol. Haryana and Punjab appear to be the sole states where such levies on ethanol specifically meant for blending with petrol have been imposed, states the letter written to Rastogi by Khanooja. Meanwhile, the Grain Ethanol Manufacturers Association has urged the Haryana government to withdraw the proposed fee on ethanol. Speaking to this newspaper, association member Sukhpreet Grover said he and other members recently met senior officials of the Haryana government regarding the matter and are hopeful of a positive outcome. They have been assured that the government is in discussions with oil marketing companies to absorb the duty as per the terms of contracts between OMCs and ethanol manufacturers. In the letter earlier submitted, we have stated that the ethanol manufacturers have contributed to the states commitment to achieving the target of 20 per cent ethanol-blended petrol in line with the National Mission. Now the ethanol manufacturers are working towards achieving 30 per cent blending in petrol by 2030, he added. The industry is struggling to survive due to high raw material costs, which have seen an unprecedented increase in the prices of feedstock in the past two years, while the ethanol sale prices are fixed by OMCs and have remained stagnant. The ethanol production in Haryana is nearly 65 crore litres annually, which will generate a marginal revenue of Rs 65 crore per annum for the state, he said. We urge the complete withdrawal of the proposed Rs 1 per litre pass fee on ethanol dispatches, Grover added. In the letter addressed to Punjab Chief Secretary KAP Sinha, Khanooja wrote: Punjab has made significant contributions to the success of this programme by achieving a blending percentage of 18.8 per cent in ESY 202425, as on March 2025. It has been brought to the ministrys notice by oil marketing companies (OMCs) that as per the excise policy of Punjab state, there is a substantial increase in the licence fee, annual renewal fee and capacity enhancement fee for distilleries (Part D, Para 6 a & b of Punjabs excise policy). Also, Para 29 Regulatory fee on ethanol of the policy makes a provision to levy regulatory fee (Ethanol permit/pass fee) at Rs 1 per bulk litre. I would request you kindly review the excise policy and reconsider any levy/fee on fuel ethanol production/consumption/transportation in the state to facilitate smooth off-take and free movement of green fuel ethanol for the benefit of the environment and farmers. Similarly, the letter written to Himachal Pradesh Chief Secretary Prabodh Saxena in March stated, The Union Government has been promoting ethanol blending in petrol to give a boost to the domestic agricultural sector and associated environmental benefits. Over the last decade, ethanol blending in petrol has increased from 1.5 per cent to nearly 18 per cent, and our country is on course to achieve the 20 per cent blending target by ethanol supply year (ESY) 202526. Himachal Pradesh has made significant contributions to the success of this programme by achieving a blending percentage of 18.5 per cent in ESY 202425, as on February 2025. Apart from augmenting distillation capacities of existing plants, dedicated ethanol plants are being commissioned in Himachal Pradesh, providing employment opportunities and boosting the circular economy. It has been brought to the ministrys notice by oil marketing companies (OMCs) that they have been served demand notices regarding an additional levy of Rs 1 per litre for ethanol consumption beyond 300 KL annually, as per the revised excise policy of Himachal Pradesh for 202425, the letter added. Despite repeated attempts, Haryanas Secretary of Excise and Taxation Department Ashima Brar, Punjabs Additional Chief Secretary (Excise) Vikas Pratap, and Himachal Pradesh Excise Commissioner Yunus were not available for comment.
Shahaji Raje Bhosale Sports Complex: For years, Mohit Khatri has been disturbed by the fact that despite representing the country for years and leading it at the Asian Rugby Championships, he was not recognised by fans and media, whereas cricketers, footballers, shuttlers and those from other sports were mobbed. He knew the answer was somewhere in the fact that he represented India in rugby, which was a little-known sport and rarely made it to the television screens or back pages of the newspapers. But such was his passion that Khatri has pursued rugby since the age of 13 and is now the biggest star of Indian rugby. When we used to go to play tournaments, we also used to feel that 'yes, we are players of the Indian team'. But when we used to compare it with cricket or any other sport, we felt how far we were. There were no fans, not much support from the media, Khatri told IANS in an exclusive interview. Even my relatives didn't know much about the sport I pursued, that I was representing India at the international level, that too is almost at the same level as those in other sports. If you look at any other sport, then at that time it used to feel a little different, said Khatri, who led India in the Asian Tournament in Nepal in 2024. Though there was a massive difference in the scene in rugby and other sports in India, Khatri never had regrets for choosing to pursue it instead of picking football or cricket, which he played as a child. His belief in rugby is now looking to pay off with the upcoming Rugby Premier League (RPL), the world's first city-based franchise league in the sport, which is set to kick off on Sunday (June 15) at the Shahaji Raje Bhosale Sports Complex (Andheri Sports Complex) in Mumbai. Khatri is confident that the rugby scene in the country is going to metamorphose, and the little-known sport of rugby sevens is going to be broadcast on television and live-streamed on OTT platforms. He feels that RPL will have the same effect on rugby as the Indian Premier League (IPL) has had on cricket. When I started representing India, I felt that yes, the level of India has reached a stage, where we should take it further, and for that, however much hard work is needed, we should do that. So slowly, slowly, the Indian team is becoming better, and like the IPL has made a difference for cricket, RPL will have foreign players, and we will get a chance to play with them. We will get opportunities, we will get a chance to learn things and improve to a great extent. I think that rugby in India will go to greater heights, and avenues will open up for them so that they can progress better in the future, said Khatri. Khatri, who emerged as the most expensive Indian player in the RPL auction, will be representing Bengaluru Bravehearts, one of the six teams in the fray, while the other five franchises in the fray are Chennai Bulls, Delhi Redz, Hyderabad Heroes, Kalinga Black Tigers, and Mumbai Dreamers. RPL has roped in 30 marquee international players from powerhouse Rugby 7s nations like New Zealand, Australia, South Africa, Fiji, Argentina, Great Britain, Ireland, the USA, and Spain. Each team will comprise five foreign players, five domestic players, and three from bridge nations - countries in the second and third tier in the world rugby hierarchy. Each match will be of 16-minute duration divided into four quarters. With the clock being stopped for each transgression, decision, and injury, each match will be of 23-30 minutes duration. This is an opportunity of a lifetime, a chance to experience high-class rugby playing with some of the top stars of rugby 7s. We want to learn from these matches and watch top-level players and top-level teams perform. By watching and reviewing their matches, we learn what we can do and what we cannot. And through RPL, which GMR Sports has arranged, we will get a chance to with top-level stars, Olympians. Learn the tactics from top international coaches. We will also understand where we stand in world rugby. We will get to know how much difference there is between World Rugby and Indian Rugby and what steps we can take to reach there. We can see that after this RPL, said Khatri. Khatri says the RPL format is such that each team will have five marquee players from top nations like Australia, South Africa, England, Ireland, and Wales besides five Indian players and three from emerging nations like Canada, Germany, and Hong Kong. It is going to be the first time that players from different countries will be part of the same team and play together. So, for the teams, it is kind of a test and trial period, allowing the players to gel into a team. Let's see how the combination works. But we are ready to give our best, said Khatri of his team Bengaluru Bravehearts. Born in the village of Kundli in the Sonipat district of Haryana, Khatri took to rugby when he was in sixth class after watching a friend from his village play the game. He took it up on the advice of his friend but got hooked on it. Khatri says his family has supported his decision to pursue rugby as a profession, putting his Chartered Accountancy studies on hold. The sport has also got him a job as a Senior Postal Assistant in the Indian Postal Department, which he joined in February this year. It is going to be the first time that players from different countries will be part of the same team and play together. So, for the teams, it is kind of a test and trial period, allowing the players to gel into a team. Let's see how the combination works. But we are ready to give our best, said Khatri of his team Bengaluru Bravehearts. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS
Punjab government issues public advisory amid spike in COVID-19 cases
Amid a spike in COVID-19 cases, the Punjab Government has issued a public advisory mandating elderly, pregnant woman, immunocompromised and people with health issues to wear mask in crowded or closed places. The advisory also insisted health care staff to wear masks and follow COVID protocols. The advisory issued on Friday says, Due to slight rise in COVID-19 cases in some parts of the country, a precautionary advisory is being issued. Thought the situation in the state of Punjab is under control and the health system is fully prepared, still, citizens are advised to follow basic safety measures to help prevent the spread of disease. Issuing the Dos, the advisory noted: Individuals should cover their mouth and nose while coughing or sneezingusing a handkerchief, tissue, or the inside of the elbow. In case of symptoms such as fever, cough, or difficulty in breathing, it is advised to wear a mask and consult a doctor immediately. Listing the donts the advisory advised to avoid crowded or poorly ventilated places, especially if you have health problems and do not touch your face without washing hands, do not spit in public and avoid self-medication for respiratory symptoms. The advisory follows a noticeable surge in infections across the state, particularly in Ludhiana, which has emerged as the current hotspot. Two persons, one a 69-year-old woman, who was undergoing treatment at PGIMER in Chandigarh and another, a 39-year-old man, who was admitted to Government Medical College Hospital, Sector 32 of Chandigarh succumbed to the infection. Both were natives of Ludhiana. According to the Punjab Health Department, the active COVID-19 cases in the state has risen from just 12 a week ago to over 35, touching 60 this year. The has been a steep rise seen in Ludhiana, which has reported 23 new cases, attributed in part to ongoing political gatherings due to the Ludhiana (West) assembly by-poll as political leaders of various parties and the party workers are busy with campaign works Sources said that both the pre-existing medical conditions and the recent travel history, have made the situation more vulnerable to complications. Under the statewide Har Shukkarvaar, Dengue Te Vaar campaign, Punjab Health Minister Dr. Balbir Singh visited Balongi, a semi-urban village near Mohali, on Friday and said that while neighbouring states like Delhi and Haryana have witnessed a rise in cases, Punjab has so far reported only 31 mild and asymptomatic COVID-19 infections. Commenting on the two COVID-related deaths, Dr. Singh clarified that both patients had underlying co-morbidities, and the fatalities could not be definitively attributed to the virus. We urge people to avoid closed-door gatherings and opt for well-ventilated spaces, he said, assuring that the states healthcare infrastructure is fully equipped with oxygen supplies, essential medicines, and emergency beds.
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Punjab issues COVID advisory amid rise in cases, Ludhiana emerges as hotspot
CHANDIGARH: Amid a slight rise in COVID-19 cases, the Punjab Government has issued a public advisory urging high-risk individuals such as the elderly, pregnant women, immunocompromised persons, and those with underlying health conditions to wear masks in crowded or enclosed spaces. Health care workers have also been advised to adhere strictly to COVID-appropriate behaviour. The advisory, issued on Friday, reads: Due to a slight rise in COVID-19 cases in some parts of the country, a precautionary advisory is being issued. Though the situation in Punjab is under control and the health system is fully prepared, citizens are advised to follow basic safety measures to help prevent the spread of infection. Among the recommended practices, the advisory states that vulnerable individuals and health care staff should wear masks in crowded or closed spaces. It further advises: Cover your mouth and nose while coughing/sneezing using a handkerchief, tissue or elbow crease. If you feel sick (fever, cough, breathing difficulty), wear a mask and consult a doctor. Donts include: Avoid crowded or poorly ventilated spaces, especially if you have health issues. Do not touch your face without washing hands. Avoid spitting in public. Refrain from self-medicating for respiratory symptoms. The advisory follows a noticeable surge in infections across the state, particularly in Ludhiana, which has emerged as the current hotspot. Two COVID-related deaths have been reported: a 69-year-old woman receiving treatment at PGIMER in Chandigarh and a 39-year-old man admitted to Government Medical College and Hospital, Sector 32. Both were residents of Ludhiana and had pre-existing health conditions and recent travel histories, making them more vulnerable. According to the Punjab Health Department, active COVID cases in the state have increased from 12 last week to over 35, with total cases in 2025 reaching 60. Ludhiana alone has reported 23 new cases, a spike partially linked to ongoing political activity and gatherings for the Ludhiana (West) Assembly bypoll. As part of the states ongoing Har Shukkarvaar, Dengue Te Vaar public health campaign, Punjab Health Minister Dr Balbir Singh visited Balongi village near Mohali and addressed concerns about rising infections. He said, While neighbouring states like Delhi and Haryana have seen a rise in cases, Punjab has recorded only 31 mild, asymptomatic infections so far. The two reported deaths involved individuals with co-morbidities and may not be directly linked to COVID-19. Dr Singh urged residents to avoid closed-door gatherings and prioritise well-ventilated spaces. He assured the public that the states healthcare infrastructure is fully prepared, with adequate oxygen supplies, essential medicines, and emergency beds available.
IAS Vijay Vardhan hails from Haryana's Sirsa district. He relocated to Delhi to study for the UPSC exam after graduating from Hisar with a degree in Electronics Engineering.
Liquor contractor shot dead on busy highway near Haryana's Kurukshetra
KURUKSHETRA: Unidentified assailants fatally shot a liquor contractor at Shahabad in Haryana's Kurukshetra district, police said on Saturday. Shantanu was shot dead near Meena Market on the national highway in Shahabad, 20 km from here, on Friday evening, they said. The victim briefly stopped his car to buy some items when two men on a sports bike pumped seven bullets into him, police said. Eyewitnesses told police that the attackers fired about eight rounds before fleeing. As panic spread on the busy highway, bystanders attempted to stop the shooters, who abandoned their bike, ran across the road, snatched a motorcycle at gunpoint and fled towards Ambala on the wrong side of the highway. Shantanu was rushed to Adesh Hospital, where doctors declared him dead on arrival. SP Nitish Aggarwal told PTI that he reached the crime scene with a police team along with DSP Ram Kumar and Shahabad SHO Satish Kumar. A case has been registered, and security has been tightened with blockades on all major routes and city borders as the search for the killers continues, he said. The SP said the victim, originally from a village in Jhajjar district, was living in Shahbad for sometime. Investigators have collected forensic evidence, questioned the shopkeepers, and began scanning CCTV footage from Meena Market and its nearby areas, the officer said. Police have found some clues and are hopeful for a breakthrough in the matter soon, he said. Checking has been intensified along the borders with Punjab, Himachal Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh, with multiple teams dispatched to the nearby regions, including Ambala, Saha, and Barara. A police officer said preliminary investigation suggests the murder could be linked to an old rivalry or a dispute in liquor trade.
A fraudulent mobile application and WhatsApp groups were used to trick unsuspecting individuals; searches were carried out in Delhi, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh and Maharashtra
Haryana HSSC CET Registration 2025, Last Date To Apply For Common Eligibility Test
The Haryana Common Eligibility Test Application Deadline has been extended by the Haryana Staff Selection Commission. The application window for HSSC CET Registration 2025 is now open till 14th June 2025. The last date to pay the CET registration application fee is 16th June 2025 till 6:00 PM. The Haryana CET Registration started on the [] The post Haryana HSSC CET Registration 2025, Last Date To Apply For Common Eligibility Test appeared first on Testbook Blog .
Haryana Police SPO Recruitment 2025 - Apply Offline for 39 Posts
TheHaryana Police has released an official notification for the recruitment of 39 SPO posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Offline through the official Haryana Police website. The last date to submit the application form is 17-06-2025.
AI-171 crash: Kurukshetra mothers London trip to reunite with daughter ends in tragedy
CHANDIGARH: 55-year-old Anju Sharma had been looking forward to reuniting with her elder daughter in London. But her journey ended in tragedy on Thursday, when she became one of the 241 victims of the Air India AI-171 crash in Ahmedabad. Anju, originally from Ramsaran Majra village in Haryanas Kurukshetra district, had moved to Vadodara years ago with her husband, Pawan Sharma, who worked in the oil industry. A well-regarded presence in her community, she was also the sister of film actor Milan Sharma. While her elder daughter Nimmi lives in London, her younger daughter, Honey Sharma, is based in Vadodara. Anju had recently visited Kurukshetra to spend time with her ailing parents her father, Jagdish Sharma, a retired government employee, and her mother, Santosh Sharma. Her cousin Vaibhav Sharma said, She had come a few days ago to meet her parents. She got married in 1990, but she along with her husband shifted to Vadodara. A few years back, Pawan died... Before boarding the flight, she gave a video call to her parents and talked to them. The family said news of Anjus death has not yet been shared with her parents due to her fathers fragile health. A family friend said Jagdish Sharma is bedridden and in a critical condition. We have not told him or her mother yet about this tragedy. But all the relatives are aware and are in touch with her younger daughter in Vadodara, Vaibhav said, adding that the family is now deciding how to break the heartbreaking news to her parents. The entire village is in mourning, with neighbours and relatives gathering at the family home to offer condolences. Loved ones remembered Anju as a warm, kind-hearted woman who was deeply devoted to her family. After the news broke, family members rushed to Ahmedabad. A DNA sample was taken from her younger daughter, Honey Sharma, to help confirm Anjus identity. Her elder daughter, Nimmi, who had been waiting to receive her in London, immediately contacted her maternal uncle, Milan Sharma, upon learning of the crash. 241 passengers died. One survived. His story bears witness to Ahmedabad plane crash horror
Mahipal Dhanda, Haryana's Education Minister, wants all departmental work done in Hindi. He believes most residents understand Hindi better. This statement ignited a debate. Congress leader Randeep Singh Surjewala agrees Hindi is important. However, he stresses that English is also crucial for Haryana's youth. English provides access to global opportunities. Surjewala highlights its importance in technology and employment sectors.
Oswal Pumps IPO: Check Day One Subscription Status, GMP, Price Band And More
The company intends to invest the net proceeds in its wholly-owned subsidiaryOswal Solarfor funding its new manufacturing unit at Karnal, Haryana.
Haryana CET 2025 Registration Deadline Extended: Apply Now
The Haryana Staff Selection Commission has extended the registration deadline for the Common Eligibility Test (CET) 2025 to June 14, 2025. Candidates can now apply online and also have until June 16, 2025, to pay their fees. The CET scores will be valid for three years and will determine eligibility for various stages of the selection process. This extension provides an additional opportunity for eligible candidates to secure their applications for upcoming government job vacancies in Haryana. For more details, visit the official HSSC website.
Haryana HSSC CET 2025 registration deadline extended: Check revised application dates here
Haryana Staff Selection Commission has extended the registration date for Haryana Common Eligibility Test 2025. Candidates can now apply until June 14. The fee payment deadline is June 16. This extension provides relief to aspirants facing technical issues. Himmat Singh, HSSC Chairman, advises caution during form submission. The CET facilitates recruitment for Group C and D posts.
The Supreme Court is reviewing a Punjab and Haryana High Court decision regarding a man convicted of murdering a father and his daughter. The High Court sentenced him to two consecutive life sentences, aiming to prevent early release after 14 years.
NIA searches 15 locations in Punjab, Haryana in Babbar Khalsa-linked grenade attack case
Accused Harpreet Singh claimed responsibility for multiple attacks; U.S.-based operatives, narco-terror links under scanner
Centre okays purchase of moong from farmers under price support scheme
New Delhi: The government on Thursday approved the procurement of 54,166 metric tonnes (MT) of moong under the price support scheme from farmers in Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and Gujarat for the summer crop season 202526 as part of the Centres policy to incentivise the production of pulses in the country. Similarly, the Government has approved 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 .
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 .
Can consecutive life terms be given to person convicted of murder twice? SC to examine
The Supreme Court will review if life sentences can run back-to-back for double murder convicts. This comes after a case from Punjab and Haryana High Court. The High Court upheld a man's conviction but altered his death sentence. The Supreme Court Constitution bench previously ruled against consecutive life terms.
Air India crash in Ahmedabad could be the worst involving a single aircraft in India
The crash of Air India Flight 171 in Ahmedabad on Thursday could be the worst ever accident involving a single aircraft in India. There were 242 people on board the flight, while more casualties are likely on the ground as the plane crashed into a hostel for medical students. The only plane accident in India with more casualties was the mid-air collision of two aircraft over Charkhi Dadri in Haryana, around 100 km from Delhi, in 1996 in which 349 people died. That crash involved the collision of a Saudia flight from Delhi to Dhahran in Saudi Arabia and a Kazakhstan Airlines flight from Chimkent in Kazakhstan to Delhi. LIVE | Air India flight to London crashes near Ahmedabad airport during takeoff; all 242 passengers presumed dead The previous worst crash involving a single aircraft in India took place on New Year's Day in 1978 when an Air India flight crashed into the Arabian Sea just off the coast of Bombay less than two minutes after take-off. All 213 people on board that flight, which was headed to Dubai, died. The aircraft was a Boeing-747 named Emperor Ashoka. The worst ever crash involving an Air India plane was in 1985 when a flight from Canada to India was blown up over the Atlantic Ocean after a bomb was planted on board by Khalistani terrorists. All 329 people on board were killed. Here is a timeline of the major air accidents in India since 1990: August 7, 2020 Air India Express Flight IX-1344 Kozhikode In Keralas biggest plane accident, an Air India Express aircraft carrying 190 people on board, including crew, from Dubai to Calicut airport skidded off the table-top runway while landing in bad weather, fell 35 feet onto a road below and split into two. Operating under the Vande Bharat Mission to repatriate Indians stranded abroad due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Boeing 737-800 aircraft was flying from Dubai to Kozhikode (Calicut). Such runways, which are located on hilltops, create the optical illusion of being at the same level as the plains below when a pilot comes in for a landing. The crash claimed 21 lives, including both pilots, and left more than 100 injured, some critically. May 22, 2010 Air India Express Flight IX-81 - Mangalore Air India Express Flight IX-812 crashed on May 22, 2010, at Mangalore International Airport, marking one of the deadliest aviation disasters in India. The flight, a Boeing 737-800, was operating from Dubai to Mangalore with 166 people onboard, including many Indian expatriates returning home. The 2-year-old aircraft had crashed outside Mangalore airport in Karnataka on May 22, killing 158 people when it burst into flames after overshooting a table-top runway and plunged into a nearby forest.The crash resulted in 158 fatalities, with only 8 survivors, most of whom were seated in the front section of the aircraft. The investigation found that the pilot overshot the table-top runway at Mangalore and tried to pull up the plane but it was too late. November 10, 2009 An ATR-72 passenger plane, operated by Kingfisher Airlines, was damaged when it skidded off the runway on landing at Mumbai-Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM), India. Flight IT4124 operated on a scheduled domestic flight from Bhavnagar Airport (BHU) to Mumbai. Maintenance on main runway 27 at Mumbai effected operations at the airport between certain times. October 29, 2008 King Air C-90 aircraft owned and operated by Govt of Punjab was operating Positioning flight from Chandigarh to Ludhiana on 29.10.08 with two cockpit crew on board. The flight en-route up to overhead Ludhiana was uneventful. The crew located the runway late due prevailing Low visibility. They were not comfortable with the approach and made a go around; a non-standard go-around due to low visibility. In the anxiety to not to loose the sight of the field they descended in three orbits in the vicinity of the airfield on the west side of R/w 12, perhaps to land after making the short circuit from the right. However they lost the control and impacted with the ground in the steep left bank. Aircraft got destroyed in the crash due to the impact and post impact fire. Both the occupant on board died due to fire and collapsing aircraft structure. Air India crash near Ahmedabad airport: What we know so far March 19, 2008 The Premier 1 corporate jet aircraft took off normally from Jodhpur (JDH), India. The flight en-route up to approach to land at Udaipur (UDR) was uneventful. After clearance to land at Udaipur the pilot selected the flaps-10; the flap didnt respond and Flaps-Fail message flashed. The pilot decided to go for a flap-less landing and carried out the check list for Flaps Up approach & landing. The approach speed of the aircraft was probably high and it could not be brought to the assigned limit for flap less landing. The pilot continued approach at high speed. From about 25 feet height, the aircraft had a sort of free fall and impacted the runway. It rolled for about 150 feet with heavy breaking on both the wheels; which caused heavy rubber deposits on the runway and subsequent tyre burst. The aircraft veered to right and hit the boundary wall before it stopped. September 8, 2007 Vulcanair P68C aircraft VT-JOY operated by M/s Joy Alukkas Traders (I)pvt Ltd, Cochin operating flight from Bangalore Airport to Cochin on 08.9.2007 after refueling at Bangalore. Its took-off from Bangalore airport runway 27 at approx 1514 Hrs normally. At about1520 Hrs IST the aircraft wanted to return back due technical. However it could not make it as it was losing the engine power very fast. Subsequently Radar contact with the aircraft was lost and the aircraft crashed onto the lakebed of Gawdanapalya Lake, about 5NM Southwest of Bangalore airport. All the persons onboard received fatal injuries. There was no evidence of fire. Aircraft was completely destroyed. July 1, 2007 ATR 72-212A aircraft VT -JCE operated by M/s Jet Airways was operating schedule flight sectors DelhiBhopalIndoreDelhi on 1.7.2007. The flight up-till approach to land at Indore was normal. On coming to the runway the aircraft touched down moderately hard and bounced high. The Pilots were perhaps determined to salvage the abnormal situation and added Power to the Engines with intention to cushion the sink-rate and settle the runway. On the contrary, aircraft came hard on the RWY and bounced once again. This got followed with a series of bounces in succession. While bouncing the aircraft migrated from the runway and finally came to full halt on right side close to airport boundary wall. There was no fire in the accident. March 11, 2006 Low-cost carrier Air Deccan's flight from Coimbatore was involved in a mishap when it skidded off the runway after landing at the Bangalore airport.The brand new ATR-72 plane with a compliment of 40 passengers and four crew members damaged its landing gear -- nose wheel and undercarriage-- and slipped out of the runway. April 17, 2004 The aircraft owned and operated by M/s Agni Aerosports Adventure Academy,Bangalore was scheduled for a flight from Jakkur airport to Nadirgul on 7.4.2004. The aircraft took off at about 1115 Hrs with four persons on board including pilot in command. Film actress Ms. Soundarya was also on board the aircraft. After attaining a height of about 150 ft after takes off, the aircraft took a steep left turn, stalled and hit the ground. A few minutes later, the aircraft caught fire and all the occupants received fatal injuries. The aircraft got destroyed due impact and post impact fire. Ahmedabad Air India plane crash: Former Gujarat CM Vijay Rupani feared to be among passengers September 30, 2001 (Charter Flight) King Air C 90 aircraft VT-EFF owned by Birla Global Finance Ltd. and operated by M/s Jindal Strips Ltd., New Dehli took off from Delhi on 30.09.2001 at 1241 hrs with six passengers and two crewmembers on board. The aircraft was bound to Kanpur. En route it reported Aligarh as estimated. Short of next reporting point KADAS the aircraft was about 10 miles right of track for which the permission was obtained and the pilot requested for direct routing to Kanpur. Captain was advised by ATC Lucknow, to co-ordinate with Gwalior and Agra for traffic information. Thereafter, the aircraft lost the contact with the ATC and crashed. All the persons on board received fatal injuries. The aircraft got destroyed due fire. July 17, 2000 Boeing 737 aircraft VT-EGD, owned by Indian Airlines Ltd. and operated by Airlines Allied Services Ltd. took off from NSCBI Airport Kolkata at 0615 hrs on 17.07.2000 for Patna Lucknow - Delhi. The aircraft was under the command of Capt. Sohan Pal and there were 58 persons, including six crewmembers, on board. At approx 0713 hrs, the aircraft informed Patna ATC, estimated arrival time at Patna at 0736 hrs. The aircraft informed Patna ATC at 0732 hrs that it would like to do a 360-degree due to being high on approach. The ATC informed the aircraft to report final for R/W 25 after carrying out a 360-degree turn and the pilot acknowledged the same. This was the last communication recorded between the aircraft and the ATC. During the approach, for R/W 25 at Patna, the aircraft turned steeply to the left, losing height, and collided with the tree in the approach funnel and crashed in the GardaniBagh area near Patna Airport. The aircraft was totally destroyed due impact with the ground and post impact fire. July 30, 1998 Indian Airlines DO-228 aircraft VT-EJW was involved in an accident at KochiAerodrome on 30-7-98. The aircraft was scheduled to operate from Kochi toThiruvananthapuram. Aircraft took off from runway 17 of Kochi Aerodrome. After attaining a height of about 400 ft. it was seen pitching up steeply to a near vertical attitude and thereafter appeared to perform a manoeuvre similar to a stall turn to the right and crashed on the roof top of the Component Repair Shop (CRS) building of the Naval Aircraft Yard, Kochi. After the impact the aircraft caught fire and was completely destroyed. All persons on board received fatal injuries. Three persons working in CRS also received fatal and six other persons received minor injuries. November 12, 1996 A Saudi Arabian Boeing 747 aircraft and Kazakhastna IL-76 aircraft collided in mid-air about 40 miles west of Delhi on 12th November, 1996. All the 312 occupants of Saudi Boeing 747 and 37 occupants of Kazakhstan IL-76 aircraft lost their lives. The Saudi Boeing 747 aircraft was on a scheduled passenger flight from Delhi to Dahran and the Kazakhastan aircraft was operating a non-scheduled flight from Chimkent, Kazakhastan to Delhi. After takeoff from Delhi, Delhi Approach had instructed the Saudi Boeing 747 aircraft to climb and maintain FL-140 (14,000 feet). The Kazakhastan aircraft had been instructed by Delhi Approach to descend and maintain FL-150 (15,000 feet). Suddenly at 1840 hours the blips of the two aircraft disappeared from the radar screen, as the two aircraft had collided. There was no casualty on the ground. The wreckage of Saudi Boeing 747 aircraft fell near village Dhani in Bhiwani District of Haryana and that of Kazakhastan IL-76 aircraft was lying near village Birohar in Rohtak District. Standing crops at the site of accident were damaged due to fire, impact and rescue operations. Ahmedabad airport resumes operations after brief shutdown following Air India flight crash July 11, 1996 Archana Airways L-410 aircraft VT-ETC was operating flight on Delhi-Shimla-Bhunter- Delhi sector on 11.07.96. The flight upto Shimla was unenventful. The aircraft took-off from Shimla with 9 persons including three flight crew members. At 0855 hrs. aircraft hit and crashed into a hill and caught fire near Kanda village. The Aircraft was totally destroyed and all the persons on board received fatal injuries and three persons on ground have also suffered injuries. May 18, 1996 Archana Airways L-410 aircraft VT-ETB was operating a scheduled flight from Delhi to Kanpur civil aerodrome on 18.05.96. The flight from Delhi to Kanpur was uneventful. The aircraft took-off from Delhi with 19 persons including three light crew. During landing, the aircraft touched down late and could not be stopped within the available runway length and went beyond the runway. The aircraft hit the boundary wall of the airport and came to halt. The aircraft sustained major damages. There was no fire and no injury to persons on board the aircraft. December 2, 1995 Indian Airlines B-737 aircraft VT-ECS was operating flight IC-492 of 2.12.95 under the command of Capt. Adil Mistry with co-pilot Sandeep Marwah and four cabin crew. The flight upto Jaipur was uneventful. Aircraft took-off from Jaipur with 98+4 passengers. Aircraft landed at Delhi at 1253 hrs. After landing the aircraft could not be stopped within the available runway length and went beyond the runway into kutcha. The aircraft was substantially damaged. There was minor fire. Six passengers received minor injuries. July 1, 1995 East West F-27 aircraft was engaged in a training flight at Baroda airport on 1.7.1995. The aircraft was under the command of an Examiner pilot with the trainee pilot on right hand seat. The first touch and go exercise was uneventful. During the second exercise, immediately on touchdown the left main landing gear failed at its shock strut outer cylinder and the inner cylinder with the main wheel assembly attached to it got liberated. The aircraft continued moving forward with the remaining portion of left shock strut contacting the runway followed by the left engine propellers and fuselage bottom and finally came to rest on the runway left side strip. There was no fire and no injury to persons on board the aircraft. The aircraft sustained substantial damage. December 17, 1994 Indian Airlines A-320 aircraft VT-EPM was operating a scheduled flight from Madras to Hyderabad on 17.12.1994. The aircraft was under the command of Capt. C.J. Bhoopal with Capt. Sree Nair as First Officer. In all there were 144 persons on board the aircraft. After reaching over Hyderabad airfield, the aircraft did normal descent and was cleared for VOR DME approach for Runway 09. Aftertouchdown when the aircraft was rolling, it was hit by an unauthorised outsider on moped, who was attempting to cross the runway. The aircraft continued rolling with normal braking. The moped rider died on the spot and his body was ragmented into pieces and scattered all over the runway. Aircraft sustained slight damage. November 15, 1993 Indian Airlines Airbus A-300 aircraft VT-EDV was operating scheduled flight IC-440 (Madras- Hyderabad sector) on 15.11.1993. There were a total of 262 persons were on board the aircraft including 247+3 passengers and 12 crew members. The aircraft could not land at Hyderabad due to low visibility and carried out a missed approach. After the missed approach, the aircraft reported Flap Problem and was holding overhead at Hyderabad during which the flight crew enquired visibility at nearby Air Force airfields which was also low. The aircraft then diverted to Madras. Due to flaps problem, the crew had to maintain low speed and low altitude as a result of which it experienced fuel shortage and sought permission from Madras control for landing at Tirupati. However, the aircraft could not reach even Tirupati airport and executed forced landing in an open paddy field about 14 nautical miles from Tirupati airport. The aircraft dragged on the soft paddy field before coming to final stop. There was no fire. Passenger evacuation was carried out by means of escape slides. All the persons on board escaped unhurt except four who received minor injuries. April 26, 1993 Indian Airlines Boeing 737 aircraft VT-ECQ was operating scheduled flight IC-491 from Delhi- Jaipur-Udaipur-Aurangabad-Bombay on 26.4.1993. The flight from Delhi to Aurangabad was uneventful. The aircraft took-off from Aurangabad with 118 persons on board. Aircraft lifted up almost at the end of runway and impacted heavily with a lorry carrying pressed cotton bales running from North to South on a highway at a distance of about 410 feet from the end of runway. The aircraft left main landing gear, left engine bottom cowling and thrust reverser impacted the left side of the truck at a height of nearly seven feet from the level of the road. Thereafter the aircraft hit the high tension electric wires nearly 3 kms North-East of the runway and hit the ground. In all 55 persons received fatal injuries. The aircraft was destroyed due to post impact fire. January 9, 1993 On 9th January, 1993 TU-154 aircraft No. 85533 wet leased by Indian Airlines from Uzbekistan Airways was operating flight IC-840 from Hyderabad to Delhi. The aircraft was being flown by Uzbeki operating crew and there were 165 persons on board including the crew. The aircraft touched down slightly outside the right edge of the runway, collided with some fixed installations on the ground, got airborne once again and finally touched down on kutcha ground on the right side of the runway. At this stage the right wing and the tail of the aircraft broke away and it came to rest in an inverted position. During the process, the aircraft caught fire and was destroyed. Most occupants of the aircraft escaped unhurt. Six persons suffered either limb fracture or other serious injuries while 45 persons suffered injuries of a minor nature. Boeing stock tumbles over 7% in pre-market following Air India crash September 4, 1992 Indian Airlines B-737 aircraft VT-EGJ was operating scheduled flight IC-493 (Udaipur-Bombay sector) on 4.9.92. During take-off roll, the aircraft hit an Aerodrome Attendant (Chowkidar) on the runway centerline, who received fatal injuries. The aircraft continued with the take-off roll, got airborne and subsequently landed uneventfully at its destination Bombay. January 10, 1992 Air Lanka B-737 aircraft was engaged in a Scheduled International Passenger flight from Colombo to Madras on 10.1.1992. During landing on Runway 07 at Madras airport, the right landing gear attachment failed and right engine bottom contacting runway surface immediately on touchdown. The aircraft started swerving towards the right of runway center line as it moved forward on its wheels with right engine cowling and bottom rubbing the runway surface. The aircraft finally came to stop with its nose wheel and failed right main landing gear entering the grassy side strip soon after crossing the Delta taxiway. The fire emanating from the right engine was extinguished by the Safety Services and the crew and passengers evacuated the aircraft through the left side exit doors by means of the slide chutes. August 16, 1991 Indian Airlines Boeing 737 aircraft VT-EFL while operating flight IC-257 (Calcutta-Imphal) on 16.8.91 crashed about 20 nautical miles from the Imphal airport. The aircraft had earlier taken off from Calcutta at 0615 hrs UTC and it lost contact with Imphal airport at 0716 hrs UTC at approximately 5000 feet on ILS. The aircraft was under the command of Capt. Shekhar Haldar with Capt. D.B. Roychoudhary as First Officer. There were a total of 68+1 persons on board the aircraft including crewmembers. All the 69 persons died in the accident. The aircraft was completely destroyed. May 7, 1990 Air India Boeing 747 aircraft VT-EBO was operating flight AI-132 (London-Delhi-Bombay). During landing at Delhi Airport, on 7.5.1990, its left outboard engine (No. 1 Engine) partially separated from its wing attachment and consequently left wing caught fire which was quickly extinguished by the Airport Safety Services. The passengers were safely evacuated through slide chutes. The left wing of the aircraft was substantially damaged. February 14, 1990 Indian Airlines Airbus A-320 aircraft VT-EPN was operating Bombay-Bangalore sector on 14.2.1990. The aircraft took off from Bombay at 11:58 hours. There were 146 persons on board which included the two cockpit crew, five cabin crew, and four infants. The flight from Bombay to Bangalore was uneventful. During the final approach to Runway 09 at Bangalore the aircraft first contacted ground within the boundary of the Karnataka Golf Association approximately 2300 ft. prior to the beginning of Runway 09. The aircraft went up into the air for a very short duration after which it again contacted the ground on all three gears and then hit an embankment at the boundary of the golf course. The aircraft finally came to rest outside the boundary wall of the airport. The aircraft was destroyed due to impact and fire. In all 92 persons on board including two pilots and two cabin crew died in the accident.
CUH Result 2025 Released at cuh.ac.in Direct Link to Download UG and PG Course Result
CUH Result 2025: Central University of Haryana Result 2025 has been released on cuh.ac.in. Here is the direct Link to check your B.Sc/M.Sc UG and PG Course Results Online.
Top travel agents across India visit Kashmir to revive tourism post Pahalgam attack
SRINAGAR: As tourism in the Valley has been badly hit by the Pahalgam terror attack, leading travel agents from across the country are visiting Kashmir to help revive tourism in the region. At least 70 members of the Travel Agents Association of India (TAAI), India's premier and largest travel trade association with over 2500 members, are on a three-day visit to Kashmir as part of the initiative 'Rally for the Valley' from June 10-12. TAAI members have held interactions with local tourism stakeholders, including travel agents, hoteliers, houseboat owners, entrepreneurs and government officials on how to revive tourism in Kashmir again. The TAAIs held an event in a Srinagar hotel yesterday which was attended by local tourism stakeholders and also Chief Minister Omar Abdullah. Speaking on the occasion, CM Omar said the government is working to improve the experience of tourists coming to J&K, maintaining that tourists who come to Kashmir should want to return. Tourists have a journey or an experience. They go home and tell others about it. I think there are lessons weve all learned over the past few months, Omar said and reiterated that J&K government is using this time to improve infrastructure and overall visitor experience. The CM said, the TAAI delegations visit under such circumstances is a true reminder of the association's commitment to J&K and their relationship with the region. Judges from Punjab, Haryana lead tourism revival efforts in Kashmir The leading travel agents of the country are presently in Kashmir. They have visited Lal Chowk, Dal Lake and other places in Srinagar and did not find any security concerns. They are satisfied with the overall security situation and feel that the situation is normal for the return of tourists to Kashmir, said Zahoor Ahmed Qari, ex-TAAI Kashmir chapter president. He said the visit by TAAI members will be very helpful in the revival of tourism in Kashmir. The travel agents will be visiting the health resort of Pahalgam today to send the loud message that all is well and there is no need to worry. The attack badly hit Kashmir tourism with tourists leaving the place and there were also mass cancellations. It has severely hit the occupancy in hotels in Kashmir. The members of Travel Agents Federation of India (TAFI) will also be visiting Kashmir from June 13-16 to instill confidence among the tourists to return to the Valley. A delegation of 61 members of TAFI from all across the country will be spending two nights in Srinagar and one night in Pahalgam, Shameem Shah, TAFI J&K chapter president, told TNIE . The delegation comprises heads of chapters, office bearers and managing committee members. The TAFI will be holding their National Joint Council (NJC) meeting in Srinagar on June 14. Normally, TAFI holds the NJC in Mumbai or Delhi, but this time they are holding it in Srinagar to send the message that Kashmir is as safe as any other part of the world. The TAFI delegates will promote Kashmir in the entire country, Shameem said. The TAFI delegates will also visit Pahalgam and meet with the local tourism stakeholders including pony walas, hoteliers, dhaba walas, cab drivers there and seek their views on tourism revival. The National president of Indian Association of Tour Operators (IATO) Ravi Gosain, along with 22 members from different parts of the country, will be visiting Kashmir from June 14-17 to start a tourism promotion campaign, Rubaroo with Jammu and Kashmir. More tour operators and business groups are likely to visit Kashmir in the coming days to send the message that Kashmir is safe for travel. Both TAAI and TAFI are the leading travel and trade associations of Kashmir. Their visit to Kashmir will send a very positive message outside that Kashmir is safe, said Travel Agents Association of Kashmir (TAAK) Secretary General Sajad Kralyari. He said the travel agents after taking a first hand assessment of ground situation here will tell their people back home that Kashmir is safe for travel. Their words will matter most and it will surely instil confidence among the travellers from their own states and they can plan visits to Kashmir again, Sajad said. According to him, the visit of leading travel agents of the country to India will definitely help in revival of Kashmir tourism and putting it back on track.
Final Call for HSSC CET 2025 Applications: Deadline Today
The Haryana Staff Selection Commission is closing the application window for the Common Eligibility Test (CET) 2025 today, June 12. Candidates interested in Group C positions must register on the official website before the deadline. The exam will consist of 100 multiple-choice questions, with a focus on Senior Secondary level content. The last date for fee payment is June 14. For detailed application steps and eligibility criteria, read on.
Temperatures in Northwest India to gradually reduce from June 14 amid severe heatwave conditions
Northwest India will get relief from the heatwave from June 14, says IMD. West Rajasthan faced severe heat, with Sri Ganganagar recording 48.0 degrees Celsius. Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, and other regions also experienced heatwave. Temperatures will gradually fall by 2 to 4 degrees Celsius. Eastern Rajasthan may have thunderstorms from June 15-16.
Students, security guards injured in Haryana varsity clash
Students, guards clash at Haryana varsity; many hurt
At least six students have been injured in the incident and they are currently undergoing treatment at the government hospital Hisar, the sources said.
CHANDIGARH: The power demand in Punjab on Tuesday touched an all-time high of 16,838 megawatts (MW) amid severe heatwave conditions, with maximum temperatures in the southern and western parts of the state soaring between 46 degrees Celsius and 48-degree Celsius. With ongoing paddy transplantation further adding to electricity usage, it is anticipated that the state's power demand may soon cross the 17,000 MW mark. Bathinda recorded a sweltering 47.6 degrees Celsius while Sirsa in neighbouring Haryana registered 46.2 degrees Celsius. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD) Chandigarh office, these prevailing heatwave conditions are likely to continue over Punjab, Haryana, and Chandigarh for the next three days. As per data from the Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL), the state was drawing 10,243 MW from the Northern Grid, while its gross in-state generation stood at 6,600 MW. All state-run thermal and hydropower plants, including all four units of Ranjit Sagar Dam, were operating at full capacity. The breakdown of power generation at peak demand was as follows: State thermal generation: 2,020 MW Private thermal generation: 3,192 MW PSPCL hydropower generation: 950 MW Solar generation: 395 MW The current drawing limit from the Northern Grid is 10,400 MW, while the ideal in-state power availability is estimated at 6,600 MW. Meanwhile, coal stock across all thermal plants, both public sector-run and privately owned, is sufficient. At government-owned thermal plants, Lehra Mohabbat Thermal Plant has a 21-day stock, Ropar Thermal Plant has a 34-day stock, and Goindwal Thermal Plant has a 28-day stock. Among private sector plants, Rajpura has a 31-day stock and Talwandi Sabo has 23 days' worth of coal. In terms of power output, the Ropar Thermal Power Plant generated 680 MW, Lehra Mohabbat produced 830 MW, and Goindwal contributed 505 MW. Private sector plants also operated at high output, with Rajpura generating 1,325 MW and Talwandi Sabo contributing 1,860 MW. A PSPCL official said the department is prepared to take additional measures, including importing more power and optimising local generation, to meet the anticipated demand. However, an official, speaking on condition of anonymity, warned, If the power demand exceeds 16,800 MW, the consumers will start facing power cuts as it will surpass the transmission capacity infrastructure of PSPCL. Yesterday, the state had also broken its previous record by reaching 16,249 MW, surpassing the June 29 peak last year of 16,089 MW. The water level at Bhakra Dam was recorded at 1,555.4 feet, which is 28 feet lower than the 1,584.2 feet recorded on the same day last year. At Ranjit Sagar Dam, the water level was at 506.9 metres, slightly down from 507.2 metres last year on the same day. The paddy transplantation in the state, spread over nearly 32 lakh hectares, began in staggered phases from June 1 to June 9, adding further pressure on the power supply. In its afternoon statement, the IMD Chandigarh Office said, It is observed maximum temperature over southern and western parts of Punjab are in the range of 46-48 degrees Celsius with highest maximum temperature reported over Bathinda (47.6 degrees Celsius). Maximum temperatures over northern and eastern parts of Punjab are in the range of 44-46 degree Celsius. It is observed maximum temperatures over southern and western parts of Haryana are in the range of 45-47 degrees Celsius with highest maximum temperature reported over Sirsa (46.2-degree Celsius). Maximum temperature over northern parts of Haryana including Chandigarh are in the range of 44-45-degree Celsius, it added. The IMD further stated that prevailing heatwave conditions are most likely to continue over Punjab, Haryana, and Chandigarh during the next three days. Isolated severe heatwave conditions are also likely in southwestern districts of Punjab and Haryana during this period, with no large change in maximum temperatures expected in the next three days. A fall of 2-4 degree Celsius is likely thereafter. Whereas maximum temperature over northern and eastern parts of Punjab, Haryana including Chandigarh are likely to remain 44-46 degree Celsius during this period, the statement added.
ED arrests ex Haryana MLA, associate in 'fraud' linked money laundering case
The Enforcement Directorate has arrested former Haryana MLA Ram Niwas and ex-HSVP official Sunil Kumar Bansal for alleged money laundering related to misappropriation of funds within the Haryana Shahari Vikas Pradhikaran. Accused were taken into custody on June 9 in Chandigarh.
India raises with US incident of ill-treatment of Indian man at Newark airport
New Delhi: India has raised with the US an incident of an Indian man being handcuffed and allegedly treated like a criminal at the Newark Airport, official sources said Wednesday. The Indian Consulate in New York has ascertained that the man hailing from Haryana had entered the US illegally without a valid visa and was []
India raises with U.S. incident of 'ill-treatment' of Indian man at Newark airport
The Indian Consulate in New York has ascertained that the man hailing from Haryana had entered the U.S. illegally without a valid visa and was being deported back to India as per a court order, th
An Indian student was detained at a US airport and later deported. He had entered the United States illegally. Authorities restrained him and admitted him to a medical facility. The Indian Consulate in New York is engaged with US officials. The US embassy reiterated its stance against illegal immigration.
IMD issues health advisory as Heatwave grips North India; relief likely after three days
NEW DELHI: Northwest and Central India are expected to experience severe heatwave conditions, with temperatures reaching around 45C over the next three days. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued red and orange alerts for the region, advising residents to take precautions against extreme daytime heat and warmer-than-usual nights. According to the IMD, heatwave conditions will persist in Jammu, Kashmir, Ladakh, Rajasthan, Haryana, Punjab, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, and North Madhya Pradesh until June 16. Additionally, hot and humid weather is likely to continue in Sub-Himalayan West Bengal, Sikkim, Gangetic West Bengal, Bihar, and Odisha until June 11. Isolated areas of Punjab, Haryana, and Rajasthan can expect warm night conditions until June 12. The IMD has noted that maximum temperatures across many areas of Northwest India have ranged between 43-47C in recent days. On 10 June, the highest maximum temperature was recorded at Bhatinda, Punjab at 47.6C, followed by 47.4C at Ganganagar. Other high readings included 46.3C in Kota and parts of Delhi (Lodi Road, Ridge, Ayanagar), with Ayanagar reporting a high of 45.5C. Sirsa in Haryana recorded 46.2C. In its health advisory, the IMD highlighted a high risk of heat illness and heat stroke across all age groups in Rajasthan and adjoining areas. In Punjab, Haryana, Madhya Pradesh, and Himachal Pradesh, under orange alert, people exposed to the sun for prolonged periods or engaged in heavy work are especially vulnerable. According to the Heat Risk Index published by CEEW, Delhi ranks among the top 10 most vulnerable states and union territories, with 55% of its districts falling in the very high-risk category and the rest in the high-risk category. Dr Vishwas Chitale, Senior Programme Lead at CEEW, noted that the combination of heat and humidity can result in felt temperatures 35C higher than dry heat. In Delhi, six additional warm nights per summer have been observed in the past decade, which further increases heat vulnerability, he added. The southwest monsoon, which arrived eight days early before its usual date of 1 June, paused for two weeks due to the intrusion of dry westerly winds, disrupting its rapid progress. The latest IMD forecast suggests that the monsoon will reactivate in the coming days over the southern peninsula and western India. Extremely heavy rainfall is predicted on 1314 June, followed by further advancement of monsoon winds into eastern India.
BJP gains ground in Assembly polls after Lok Sabha elections
NEW DELHI: In a display of electoral resilience, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has managed to regain significant ground in almost all the states that had Assembly elections after the general election 2024, in which BJP, for the first time since 2014, failed to match the single party majority notch. In Haryana, BJP had won only 5 of the states 10 Lok Sabha seats (50%) in 2024 with 46.11% of the popular vote share. Bouncing back impressively in the Assembly polls held in October last year, it secured 48 out of 90 seatsover 53% of the assemblywith a lower vote share of 39.94%. The BJPs ability to convert votes efficiently into seats enabled this turnaround despite the drop in popular support. A similar pattern unfolded in Maharashtra, where the BJP-NDA alliance suffered considerable setbacks during the Lok Sabha polls, managing to win only 17 of 48 seats (35.42%), with BJP alone bagging just 9 seats and polling 26.18% of the vote. Yet in the state assembly elections held later, the BJP-led NDA not only expanded its seat share to 132 of 288 (45.83%) but also saw a marginal increase in vote share to 26.77%. In Delhi, BJP defeated AAP once considered invincible by many. AAP, which bagged 62 out of 70 seats during the 2020 Assembly Elections, was reduced to one third of its previous performance. Odisha and J&K were no different. In Odisha, the BJP formed the government for the first time, after winning 78 of 147 assembly seats (53.06%). It also bagged 20 of 21 seats in Lok Sabha, whose election took place simultaneously with the Assembly. In J&K, where BJP faced a relatively weaker Lok Sabha showing (2 of 5 seats, 24.36% votes), it improved its vote share to 25.64% and won 29 assembly seats. The lone outlier was Jharkhand, where the BJPs vote share dropped from 47.17% in the Lok Sabha polls to 33.18% in the assembly elections, leading to a modest performance of just 24 seats out of 81 (29.63%). Overall pattern suggests that barring Jharkhand, the BJP has possibly reversed its Lok Sabha losses in state polls. More crucially, the partys long-standing strength in maximising seat conversion with relatively lower vote shares continues to give it an edge under the First Past the Post modelensuring it stays electorally competitive even in adverse conditions.
Modi at 11: PM increases vitality gap with opposition as new challenges loom
Despite initial doubts following a reduced seat count in his third term, Narendra Modi quickly regained momentum with key victories in Maharashtra, Haryana, and Delhi. His enduring popularity and strategic political maneuvers, such as the Waqf Bill enactment and response to the caste census, have disrupted the opposition's plans.
High Court Judges delegation visits Kargil to review judicial infra, promote reforms
Excelsior Correspondent KARGIL, June 10: A high-level delegation comprising Justices Vinod S Bhardwaj, Pankaj Jain, Jasjit Singh Bedi, Nidhi Gupta, Harkesh Manuja, Aman Chaudhary, N S Shekhawat, and Vikram Aggarwal from the High Court of Punjab & Haryana, along with Ritu Pallispouse of Justice Arun Palli, Chief Justice of the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakhvisited district Kargil from June 7 to 9 via Zojila Pass. The visit aimed to familiarize the judges with the regions judicial infrastructure, [] The post High Court Judges delegation visits Kargil to review judicial infra, promote reforms appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Protest over scholarship turns violent at Haryana Agricultural University
47.6C! Bathinda leads regions scorching heat; Sirsa Hottest in Haryana at 46.2C
Kidnappers arrest in Haryana cracks 10-year-old case of missing boy in Noida
Consultations to appoint district chiefs begin as Cong. plans revival drive in Haryana
Anyone between 35 and 55 years of age and having been an active member of the party for the past five years can apply for the post
Haryana police yet to respond to notice over professors arrest: NHRC
Ashoka University professor Ali Khan Mahmudabad was arrested for his remarks on Operation Sindoor in social media posts
NCP leader Baba Siddique murder mastermind detained by Canadian authorities
MUMBAI : In a major breakthrough in the highprofile murder case of Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader and former minister Baba Siddique , Zeeshan Akhtar alias Jassi Purewal , alleged mastermind behind the killing, has been detained by Surrey Police in Canada, according to Mumbai Police sources. Mumbai Police confirmed that Zeeshan Akhtar, a key operative of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, is in custody with Surrey Police. He is accused of coordinating the shooters involved in Siddiques assassination and orchestrating the crime. Investigations indicate that Akhtar escaped India with assistance from Pakistani underworld figure Shehzad Bhatti of the Farooq Khokhar gang. A Mumbai Police source said, Three days ago, we received information about Zeeshan Akhtars detention. We waited for official confirmation, which we have now received. Formalities are underway, and authorities expect to extradite him to Mumbai, where he will stand trial. Baba Siddique was fatally shot on the night of October 12, 2024, outside the office of his son, Zeeshan Siddique, in Bandra, Mumbai. The Lawrence Bishnoi gang claimed responsibility, alleging that Siddique was targeted due to his close ties with Bollywood actor Salman Khan. Subsequent investigations revealed that Zeeshan Akhtar, a native of Jalandhar, Punjab was present at the crime scene and played a central role in planning the murder. He fled India shortly afterward. Lawrence Bishnoi's gang later disowned Akhtar and reportedly issued threats against him. In early 2025, Akhtar released a video acknowledging he was wanted in connection with Siddiques murder and other criminal cases. In that video, he publicly thanked Bhatti, referring to him as a big brother. Born Mohammad Yasin Akhtar, he hails from Jalandhar and has a history of criminal cases, including a 2022 arrest by Punjab Police on unrelated charges. His name emerged prominently in the investigation launched after Siddiques murder. Police allege that Akhtar managed the three shooters, Dharmaraj Kashyap, Gurmel Baljeet Singh, and Shivkumar Gautam and arranged weapons, logistics, and accommodation. The charge sheet indicates he instrumental in targeting Siddique. Akhtar is reportedly a close associate of imprisoned gangster Lawrence Bishnoi. He is said to have formed this connection while in prison, sharing space with shooter Gurmel Singh. The murder plot was reportedly hatched in May 2024, with Akhtar leaving Mumbai a month prior to the attack to avoid suspicion. After his release from prison, Akhtar traveled to Kaithal, Haryana, to coordinate with Gurmel Singh, Kashyap, and Gautam. He facilitated their journey to Mumbai and helped them establish a base before the assassination. Indian authorities are now working closely with Canadian counterparts to expedite extradition proceedings. Given the highprofile nature of the case and its potential national security implications, legal efforts to bring Akhtar back to India are a top priority. Two Baba Siddique murder case accused move plea to retract 'involuntary' confession statements
Heatwave Persists In Punjab, Haryana; Bathinda Sizzles At 47.6 C, Sirsa Touches 46.2 C
Chandigarh, Jun 10: Haryana and Punjab continued to reel under intense heatwave on Tuesday with Bathinda recording the highest maximum temperature in the two states at 47.6 degrees Celsius, according to the weather department here. Blistering heat also swept Haryanas Sirsa as it recorded a high of 46.2 degrees Celsius. The mercury also continued to soar in Chandigarh, the common capital of the two states, which recorded the seasons highest maximum so far at 43.9 degrees Celsius, against Mondays 43.8 [] The post Heatwave Persists In Punjab, Haryana; Bathinda Sizzles At 47.6 C, Sirsa Touches 46.2 C appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Wanted Criminal Receives Gunshot Injury Attempting To Snatch J&K Cops Pistol
Jammu, Jun 10: A wanted criminal received a gunshot injury after he tried to snatch a weapon from a policemen while leading a police party to his hideout to effect recovery of illegal weapons including a pistol here, official said on Tuesday. Bagh Hussain, a resident of Balol Nallah near Kikri Morh, was recently arrested from Haryana in connection with a case related to attack on a police party in Bari Brahmana area in April that left several policemen, including [] The post Wanted Criminal Receives Gunshot Injury Attempting To Snatch J&K Cops Pistol appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
