Haryana

The oath-taking of CJI Surya Kant will be screened live at Rohtak's Bar Association on November 24th. A grand event, presided by the District Judge, will include judicial and administrative officers and prominent citizens. This marks the first time someone from Haryana will hold the CJI position.

AIC IIT-Delhi visited DCRUST Murthal to boost regional innovation. They discussed collaboration to support early-stage innovators and entrepreneurs. CEO Alok Pandey introduced startup fundamentals, deep-tech pathways, and national opportunities, including funding and mentorship programs, emphasizing universities' role in innovation.

CRM Jat College won the overall men's and women's championships at the GJUST sports meet. Sunil Kumar and Komal from CRM Jat College were named Best Athletes. The Vice-Chancellor emphasized the importance of sports. Anju, Sumit, Isha, and Rahul were among the individual winners.

Ambala unit is designed for 52-55 trains a day and is already operating an average of 45 daily

The 75th annual Shri Jagdamba Devi Pankha Dangal wrestling festival began in Karnal. Organized by a committee, the three-day event features top wrestlers and awards significant cash prizes. The tradition, rooted in India's heritage, encourages youth to embrace wrestling and avoid drugs. Opening matches saw several wrestlers victorious.

A unity march in Ramnagaria celebrated Sardar Patel's 150th birth anniversary. BJP leaders emphasized Patel's role in unifying India and urged unity, patriotism, and support for a developed, drug-free nation. They highlighted his leadership and encouraged a focus on education and self-reliance.

The Haryana Pavilion for the International Gita Mahotsav, organized by Kurukshetra University, Haryana Government, and Kurukshetra Development Board, will offer Haryanvi food, podcast interviews, selfie points, and displays of folk art and indigenous products.

Yamunanagar-Jagadhri Municipal Corporation removed illegal hoardings and banners from Railway Road due to traffic obstruction, aesthetic damage, and revenue loss. Despite warnings, violations continued. The removed materials are stored, and authorized paid sites are available. Shopkeepers are urged to use designated spaces.

A video showing Youth Congress district president Rajat Lather and his associate Ashok Kumar smearing black ink on the PM’s poster at Karnal bus stand went viral on social media

Haryana celebrated World Fisheries Day 2025 in Radaur. Minister Shyam Singh Rana highlighted fisheries' role in India's economy and farmer income. Haryana aims to become the top non-coastal state in fish production, currently ranking second.

The Town and Country Planning Department demolished an illegal colony in Jagadhri, Yamunanagar. The demolition, ordered by the Deputy Commissioner, targeted unpaved roads and a foundation on two acres. Notices were issued to defaulters, and the public was warned against buying plots in unauthorized colonies.

A Rs 13-crore bridge connecting Mussakhera and Mundlian villages is 75% complete. It will reduce travel distance from 15 km to 2.5 km. Construction, delayed by monsoons, aims for completion by March 2026, ahead of the June 2026 deadline. The bridge will improve connectivity for several villages.

MDU expelled student leader Pardeep for two years after he allegedly entered the Vice-Chancellor's residence. The university stated he had a chance to defend himself. Student groups condemned the expulsion, calling it authoritarian and excessive.

Yamunanagar-Jagadhri Municipal Commissioner Mahabir Parsad ordered the Engineering Branch to upload road data to the 'Mhari Sadak' portal, including all 22 wards, by Sunday. He stressed the importance of complete data for various road widths. Mapping of 288 roads (3,928 km) is underway.

Traffic police initiated a special drive on Civil Hospital road, fining buses for illegal stopping. Inspections also targeted drivers' documents and uniforms. Shopkeepers were warned to remove encroachments or face a clearance drive. The police prioritized smooth city traffic and will continue strict enforcement.

Commuters in Ambala Cantonment face traffic congestion due to roadside parking near scattered banks lacking dedicated spaces. The under-construction Bank Square-cum-Shopping Mall, delayed since 2020, aims to alleviate the issue with consolidated banking, parking, and a shopping complex. Phase I is nearly complete, and Phase II approval has been granted.

Reports sent to CAQM for action

DC forms six special teams to curb air-polluting activities in district & directs strict implementation of GRAP-III restrictions

A canal breach near Kumharia and Kheri villages flooded 10 acres of crops, damaging a tubewell. Farmers Raj Kumar, Sunil Kumar, and Prithvi Singh saw their wheat and mustard submerged, requiring re-sowing. Irrigation officials repaired the embankment after villagers reported the issue.

Says only eight of 50 MBBS seats given to Hindus

Tells Haryana to issue NOC for admission to PG course; slaps Rs 50K costs

Reviews arrangements

A fire at CRG Cotex Private Limited in Balana village, Israna, started during the morning shift, quickly spreading through the factory. Workers escaped and alerted authorities. Firefighters battled the blaze for six hours, suspecting a short circuit as the cause. No fatalities were reported.

The ED attached a Rs 108 crore commercial plot in Gurugram linked to Vatika Limited, accused of defrauding investors and failing to complete projects. Rs 248 crore invested by 659 investors in uncompleted projects is under investigation. Assets worth Rs 68.59 crore were previously attached, and a prosecution complaint was filed.

DC orders probe; procurement allegedly continued after official closure on Nov 15