The Indian Army honored martyr Lance Naik Krishna Kumar's family under the 'Ghar-Ghar Shaurya Samman' initiative. Kumar, of the 17th Jat Regiment, died fighting in the Kargil War on May 30, 1999, at age 20. The Army presented his family with a certificate and memento, aiming to connect with and support martyr families. The Kargil Vijay Diwas celebrations will be observed on July 26, 2025. (This summary is generated via AI.)
The BJP in Haryana is using extensive outreach programs like 'Sankalp se Siddhi' and the Tiranga Yatra to connect with the public and stay election-ready. These initiatives, along with strategic social engineering, have been key to their electoral success, especially after unexpectedly winning the 2024 Assembly polls. This proactive approach contrasts with the Congress's slower organizational efforts. (This summary is generated via AI.)
Byelections were held Sunday for four vacant sarpanch posts in Ambala district. Winners included Nirmala (Kathgarh, 557 votes), Jagdish Kumar (Sajjan Majri, 166 votes), Navjot Saini (Ajampur, 195 votes), and Sukhwinder Singh (Nasrauli, 270 votes). Lakhnaura's sarpanch was elected unanimously. The elections proceeded peacefully. (This summary is generated via AI.)
Congress party restructuring efforts are sparking internal interest in district president roles, with analysts assessing potential candidates. A former Congress leader is challenging the party in Ambala Cantt after being suspended for contesting as an independent. Meanwhile, a Congress meeting in Karnal was disrupted by infighting and calls for the removal of a 'traitor.' (This summary is generated via AI.)
Aims at inducting 5,000 new members in each block
Randeep Surjewala, a Rajya Sabha MP, is calling for a judicial inquiry into alleged irregularities in the Haryana Public Service Commission's assistant professor recruitment exam. He demands a probe into the question papers, a re-examination, and action against responsible officials, citing issues that led to the cancellation of the Hindi exam. (This summary is generated via AI.)
Haryana's government will allocate 1% of stamp duty revenue to its Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) to boost their finances. Gram panchayats receive 0.5%, while panchayat samitis and zila parishads get 0.25% each. This funding, totaling roughly Rs 572 crore, aims to strengthen local bodies, giving them greater autonomy for development projects based on local needs. (This summary is generated via AI.)
Holding the government action to be illegal, Justice Vinod S Bhardwaj sets aside the impugned transfers
Hisar recorded a maximum temperature of 39°C
Haryana BJP leaders met to review the 'Sankalp Se Siddhi Tak' campaign. They focused on communicating the Modi government's achievements to every household and reviewed district-level organizational appointments and government schemes. The meeting emphasized reaching welfare scheme benefits to eligible beneficiaries. They also mourned the Ahmedabad plane crash. (This summary is generated via AI.)
Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini faced protests in Ludhiana due to Haryana's alleged misuse of Punjab's water. Protesters, angered by water-sharing disputes, accused Haryana of exploiting Punjab's resources. The issue of water rights has become central to the Ludhiana West byelection, with the AAP government vowing to protect Punjab's water share. (This summary is generated via AI.)
Young Indians (Yi) Gurugram, in partnership with the MCG and Haryana Traffic Police, organized a clean-up and road safety drive in Sector 29. Volunteers collected 30 kg of plastic waste, identified road safety hazards, and organized activities for children. The initiative aimed to beautify streets and improve community safety. (This summary is generated via AI.)
Faridabad cyber police arrested six individuals for a Rs 16 lakh share market investment fraud. The suspects, from Rajasthan, allegedly provided accounts to cyber fraudsters. The victim was lured through Facebook and a fake mobile app. Police have taken the accused into five-day remand. (This summary is generated via AI.)
Thieves stole Rs 24 lakh from an HDFC Bank ATM on the Ferozpur Jhirka–Biwan road in Nuh district. They used a gas cutter, arriving and leaving in a car within five minutes. The ATM contained Rs 24 lakh after a cash deposit and withdrawals. The crime, captured on CCTV, is under investigation, with an FIR filed at Ferozpur Jhirka Police Station. (This summary is generated via AI.)
Drunken driving remains a significant problem in Gurugram, with over 3,000 challans issued in May, including 28 to female drivers. Offenders face fines, imprisonment, and license suspension. The police are conducting special campaigns, impounding vehicles, and escorting intoxicated drivers home. The number of women offenders is increasing. (This summary is generated via AI.)
Gurugram police arrested three individuals – Deepak, Roopa, and Anju – for allegedly plotting an armed robbery. They were apprehended near Khushboo Chowk with an illegal pistol, an iron rod, and pepper spray. The suspects confessed to seven prior thefts in Gurugram. Previous theft cases are registered against all three. (This summary is generated via AI.)
On September 8, 2017, body of a 7-yr-old boy was discovered in Gurugram school
Authorities enforce strict health measures in city
Krishna Phogat is the newly appointed president of the Sirsa district women’s Congress. She thanked party leaders Kumari Selja, Alka Lamba, and Sudha Bhardwaj for her appointment. (This summary is generated via AI.)
Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini released the book 'Geriatric Assessment,' a manual for primary healthcare providers. Authored by university and health officials, it offers a structured approach to evaluating the elderly's health. The book emphasizes early detection, holistic care, and addresses common geriatric syndromes, aiming to improve elderly care in India. (This summary is generated via AI.)
Protesters defy 2-hr ultimatum, Deepender Hooda supports cause
Duped at least 70 to 80 people on the promise of sending them abroad
A tractor-trailer transporting illegally mined gravel impounded
31 aspirants have submitted papers for ward councillor’s posts
The victim stopped to buy cigarettes near Mina Market where two assailants fired multiple shots at him
Haryana Minister Anil Vij requested Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to transfer 20 acres of defense land in Ambala Cantonment for Civil Hospital expansion. The land is needed to decongest the hospital, build a hostel for patient attendants, establish a Critical Care Centre and Spinal Injury Centre, and provide other facilities. Vij also requested road widening in the area. (This summary is generated via AI.)
Congress leaders met in Dharuhera to strategize party strengthening. They aim to expand and reorganize by June 30th, following Rahul Gandhi's directives, focusing on grassroots engagement. They criticized the BJP for alleged insensitivity towards victims of the Pahalgam terror attack. The party plans to rebuild its organization and expose BJP policies. (This summary is generated via AI.)
Dr. Radhey Shyam, a sociology professor at Haryana Agricultural University, was arrested in connection with a student assault case. He and seven others were booked for allegedly attacking students protesting a scholarship policy on June 10. The university suspended him and four security personnel following the incident, which injured over 20 students. (This summary is generated via AI.)
Police are investigating an MBBS exam scam at UHSR Rohtak. They're valuing accused individuals' properties and vehicles, potentially for attachment. Two university employees admitted to leaking exam papers via WhatsApp using a hidden phone, handed off at a parking lot. The scam involved altering answer sheets for passing marks. Six employees have been arrested. (This summary is generated via AI.)
Haryana's Energy Minister, Anil Vij, ordered uninterrupted power supply and daily outage reports from Superintending Engineers. He warned of disciplinary action for non-compliance. Vij assured there's no power shortage, with secured supply and preparedness for summer. Transformer banks and staff were readied to address any issues. (This summary is generated via AI.)