Haryana

The drug authorities should ensure due process and transparent communication regarding licensing restrictions, say associations from Panchkula, Chandigarh and Mohali

Heavy rains in Sirsa district caused extensive waterlogging, damaging over 2,000 acres of farmland, especially cotton crops. Farmers are switching to paddy, incurring additional costs. Overflowing drainage canals threaten further damage. Farmers seek compensation and a crop loss survey.

Committed crime to avenge humiliation over phone theft

There are 25 stations of state on CPCB chart for daily monitoring

Manchester Test against England, starts on July 23

Civic body continues to intensify campaign

Hundreds of Haryana government contract workers, including CDLU employees, haven't been paid for over three months. The delay is causing financial hardship and threatening public services. MP Kumari Selja is demanding immediate salary release and job regularization, citing broken promises and the workers' struggles.

40-mm downpour causes severe waterlogging, traffic jams in tricity

Pregnant women get free ultrasound at private hospital; others compelled to pay

Retired police officers protested in Fatehabad, demanding withdrawal of FIRs against police involved in a clash during a birthday party in Hisar. They allege police were attacked and wrongly accused following a related death. They urged the government to protect officers' safety.

The government wants to remove Randeep Singh Surjewala's Y+ security based on a new threat assessment. The court allowed Surjewala to present evidence of continued threat to relevant authorities within four weeks. A decision must be made quickly, with the court receiving the outcome by September 30th.

Four illegal jeans-dyeing units in Bahadurgarh were found operating without environmental permits. These units lacked required approvals, discharged untreated waste, and violated regulations. The Haryana State Pollution Control Board issued show-cause notices and threatened closure, power disconnection, and penalties if non-compliance persists.

Southern Rice Black Streaked Dwarf Virus is spreading, affecting approximately 400 acres of paddy in Ambala district. Transmitted by white-backed plant hoppers, the virus stunts plant growth. Farmers are advised to uproot affected plants, improve drainage, monitor fields, and use recommended insecticides, but the cost and effectiveness are concerning.

Twenty-three fertilizer dealer licenses were suspended in the district for irregularities like hoarding. Four others received notices. Authorities are monitoring supply, demand, and black marketing of urea and DAP. Farmers are encouraged to report issues. The district has sufficient fertilizer stocks.

Haryana will host a three-day inter-state youth exchange program in Kurukshetra from July 23-25, with 600 youth from 24 states participating. The event aims to promote cultural exchange, unity, and showcase talent. Haryana's 'Khel Mahakumbh' starts August 2, with increased sports nurseries.

Hold meeting with Tohana Executive Engineer

Haryana has appointed 137 new Medical Officers, boosting healthcare. They received appointment letters after document verification and will be posted across various districts. The move aims to improve healthcare accessibility and fill vacancies. 560 more doctors were appointed previously.

An Agriculture Ministry team inspected Hisar cotton crops due to pink bollworm concerns. Infestation levels were below the economic threshold, but farmers were advised to monitor fields. Excessive rain caused crop damage in some areas; the MLA requested aid and a loss assessment.

Six months after a powerlifter's murder in Sonepat, police arrested prime suspect Kuldeep. The shooting occurred after a parking dispute. Kuldeep, with a prior criminal record, fled the scene but was caught in Ghaziabad following a tip and a reward announcement. He is now in police custody.

A case involving M3M director Roop Bansal, seeking to quash a corruption FIR, has faced multiple judicial changes. The case was initially dismissed, then reassigned through various judges, including recusal by the Chief Justice. It will be heard again by Justice Manjari Nehru Kaul after the Chief Justice's self-recusal.

Haryana's Chief Minister prioritized interstate road repair and development to ensure smooth travel. He stressed timely project completion, high quality, and launched a mobile app for citizens to report road issues and potholes.

DC orders probe; more irregularities suspected in 2023 scheme

Prof. Ashim Kumar Ghosh was sworn in as the 19th Governor of Haryana in Chandigarh. Justice Sheel Nagu administered the oath. A former academic and political leader, Ghosh has a background in political science and research. The ceremony included Punjab's Governor, Haryana's Chief Minister, and other officials.

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New traffic signal systems have been implemented in Nuh district at Palwal T-Point and Adbar Chowk. Palwal T-Point's system cost Rs 14.38 lakh, while Adbar Chowk received a solar-powered hybrid system for Rs 13.32 lakh, aiming to improve traffic flow, safety, and environmental protection.