In show of strength in Jind district, INLD holds women’s conference at Uchana

January 2, 2024

In Jind district, Indian National Lok Dal has once again succeeded in showing its strength in the district by holding a state level women’s conference in Uchana. The significant presence of women at the conference highlighted the resurgence of INLD in the district, urging them to unite and propel the...

Red alert issued as cold wave grips 14 districts, fog hampers visibility

January 2, 2024

Cold wave continues in Haryana. On the first day of the new year, the Meteorological Department has issued a red alert regarding fog in 14 districts. In 24 hours, the day temperature in the state has dropped by 4.6 degrees, while the night temperature has also dropped by 1.3 degrees....

Increased pension for senior citizens; two Vande Bharat trains to stop at Ambala

January 2, 2024

Residents in Haryana will receive several New Year gifts, including an increased old age pension of Rs 3,000 starting January 1, 2024, up from the previous Rs 2,750. Additionally, the state will introduce two Vande Bharat trains for transportation. However, these trains will exclusively stop at Ambala in Haryana. The...

Haryana introduces Tax settlement scheme, aims for Rs 66,000 crore

January 1, 2024

Haryana’s Excise Taxation Department initiated a One Time Settlement Scheme. Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar and Deputy CM Dushyant Chautala introduced the scheme. Under it, for disputed tax amounts of Rs 50 lakh or less, 30% must be paid; for amounts exceeding Rs 50 lakh, 50% is required. The Chief...

Rahul Gandhi criticizes PM Modi over Wrestler’s award return dispute

January 1, 2024

Rahul Gandhi has criticized PM Narendra Modi over wrestler Vinesh Phogat returning her Khel Ratna and Arjuna Award amid a dispute with the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI). Gandhi expressed dismay, calling it painful to witness such treatment by the Prime Minister, who is the guardian of the nation. Rahul...

Haryana plans ordinances on dead body respect, tobacco product amendments

December 28, 2023

The government is preparing to bring ordinance regarding Haryana Dead Body Respect Bill (2023) and Cigarette and Other Tobacco Products (COTP) Amendment Bill (2023). The proposal regarding both the bills will be passed in the Haryana Cabinet meeting to be held on January 3. Both bills under Home and Health...

Haryana engineers guide govt school students towards academic excellence

December 26, 2023

Haryana’s engineers are set to guide the state’s board candidates, aiding talented students from 9th to 12th grade in government schools to shape their academic and career paths. The state’s electricity corporations have outlined their plan, with engineers allocating time from their schedules to support the most promising students. They...

Virendra Singh holds Padma Shri, Anita Sheoran supports women wrestlers’ respect

December 26, 2023

Bhim Awardee, Arjun Awardee and Padmashree Virendra Singh alias Gunga wrestler and Bhiwani Anita Sheoran, who contested the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) elections, have called the suspension of the new body of WFI by the Sports Ministry of the Government of India as a good step. Virendra alias Gunga...

32 Haryana cities under dense fog, orange alert issued

December 26, 2023

In Haryana, an intense spell of severe cold has enveloped 32 cities in thick, persistent fog. Responding to this weather phenomenon, the Meteorological Department has taken an unprecedented step by issuing an orange alert across these areas, marking the first instance of such a warning this season. According to the...

RTPCR testing mandated for cold, cough patients in Haryana amid COVID alert

December 26, 2023

Following the emergence of COVID-19 cases in Haryana, the Health Department has heightened its vigilance. With the escalating number of cases, the department is gearing up to initiate preparations for conducting genome sequencing tests at the Rohtak Lab. Randeep Punia, the Director General of Health (DGHS), has directed all districts...