Haryana

Haryana Panel Reviews 62 Proposals for New Districts, Tehsils and Sub-Tehsils

Haryana Panel Reviews 62 Proposals for New Districts, Tehsils and Sub-Tehsils

Chandigarh, December 9, 2025: The Haryana government's sub-committee on administrative restructuring held a key meeting in Chandigarh on Monday to review proposals for creating new districts, tehsils and sub-tehsils across the state. The meeting was chaired by Development and Panchayats Minister Krishna Lal Panwar and attended by Education Minister Mahipal Dhanda, Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Vipul Goel, and Agriculture Minister Shyam Singh Rana.Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi, Additional Chief Secretary (Revenue) Dr. Sumita Mishra, Additional Principal Secretary to the Chief Minister Dr. Saket Kumar and senior officials of concerned departments were also present.After the meeting, Panwar said the exercise is…
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Haryana CM Releases ‘Handbook for Executive Magistrates’, Calls it a Guiding Resource for Future Administrators

Haryana CM Releases ‘Handbook for Executive Magistrates’, Calls it a Guiding Resource for Future Administrators

Chandigarh, December 9, 2025: Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Tuesday unveiled the book Handbook for Executive Magistrates, authored by retired IAS officer Dr. K.K. Khandelwal and Additional Chief Secretary Apoorva Kumar Singh. The launch event was organised under the banner of the Haryana IAS Officers Association in Chandigarh, with several senior bureaucrats in attendance.During the ceremony, the Chief Minister said a book is not just a collection of words but a reflection of the author’s thoughts, discipline and experiences. He noted that such works act as a guiding light for future generations and strengthen democratic governance. A memento…
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Haryana Cabinet Approves Unified Municipal Act 2025 to Streamline Urban Governance

Haryana Cabinet Approves Unified Municipal Act 2025 to Streamline Urban Governance

Chandigarh, December 8 — The Haryana Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, on Monday approved the Haryana Municipalities Act, 2025, marking a major reform aimed at modernising and streamlining urban governance across the state. The new legislation will replace the existing Haryana Municipal Act, 1973, and the Haryana Municipal Corporation Act, 1994.The unified Act seeks to bring all categories of urban local bodies—municipal corporations, municipal councils and municipal committees—under a single legal framework. Currently, 87 municipalities operate under two separate Acts, leading to administrative complexities, uneven service delivery and inconsistencies in legal interpretation. The draft of the new…
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Haryana Minister Inaugurates State-Level Youth Festival 2025, Urges Young Citizens to Drive Development

Haryana Minister Inaugurates State-Level Youth Festival 2025, Urges Young Citizens to Drive Development

Chandigarh, December 8 — Haryana Development and Panchayat Minister Krishan Lal Panwar inaugurated the State-Level Youth Festival 2025 in Panchkula on Monday, calling on the youth to contribute actively to the state’s progress. He said Haryana is witnessing remarkable growth under the leadership of Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, and young people are bringing pride to the state through their hard work and dedication. Speaking at the three-day festival organised by the Department of Youth Empowerment and Entrepreneurship, Panwar said that Haryana’s daughters are excelling equally, winning medals in national and international competitions and enhancing the state’s reputation globally. “Haryana’s…
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Haryana Governor Praises Sports Science and Training Excellence at Sports University Convocation in Rai

Haryana Governor Praises Sports Science and Training Excellence at Sports University Convocation in Rai

Chandigarh, December 8 — Haryana Governor and Chancellor Prof. Aseem Kumar Ghosh attended the convocation ceremony of Haryana Sports University in Rai, Sonepat on Sunday, where he awarded degrees to 205 graduating students and commended their outstanding achievements.First Lady Mitra Ghosh, Vice Chancellor Ashok Kumar, MLA Krishna Gehlawat, Deputy Commissioner Sushil Sarwan, Panchjanya editor Hitesh Shankar, Registrar Jaswinder Singh and several distinguished guests were present at the event.Addressing the ceremony, Prof. Ghosh said that excellence in sports today is not limited to physical ability but is the result of science-based training, psychological strength, nutrition, sports psychology and modern technology. He…
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Haryana Cabinet Approves Amendments to Punjab Police Rules for Constable and SI Recruitment

Haryana Cabinet Approves Amendments to Punjab Police Rules for Constable and SI Recruitment

Chandigarh, December 8 — The Haryana Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, has approved amendments to the Punjab Police Rules, 1934, to streamline direct recruitment for constable and sub-inspector posts in the Haryana Police. The modified rules will be notified as the Punjab Police (Haryana Amendment) Rules, 2025.Under the revised framework, Rule 12.16 of the 1934 Rules has been updated. The existing sub-rule (8) has been replaced with a provision enabling the Haryana Staff Selection Commission to shortlist candidates for the knowledge test at a ratio of ten times the total advertised vacancies in each category. Only candidates…
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Haryana Government Doctors Launch Two-Day Strike Over Career Progression and Recruitment Issues

Haryana Government Doctors Launch Two-Day Strike Over Career Progression and Recruitment Issues

Haryana (Balwinder Singh): Government doctors across Haryana began a two-day strike on Monday, following directives from the Haryana Civil Medical Services Association (HCMSA), disrupting routine medical services across the state. The doctors are demanding a halt to direct recruitment of Senior Medical Officers (SMOs) and the formal notification of the already approved Modified Assured Career Progression (ACP) structure. The strike impacted outpatient departments (OPDs), emergency services, and elective surgeries in multiple districts. In Karnal, authorities deployed consultants, directly recruited specialists, and doctors from Kalpana Chawla Government Medical College (KCGMC) to manage patient care. However, the measures were insufficient to handle…
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Haryana CM Urges Scientists to Take Science Beyond Labs and Deliver Its Benefits to Every Citizen

Haryana CM Urges Scientists to Take Science Beyond Labs and Deliver Its Benefits to Every Citizen

Chandigarh, December 7 — Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini called on scientists to take science out of laboratory walls and ensure its benefits reach the last person in society. He said science creates real prosperity only when a researcher’s work increases a farmer’s yield, cures a patient’s illness, or strengthens an entrepreneur through innovation.He made these remarks while attending the second day of the 11th India International Science Festival (IISF) in Sector-5, Panchkula, as the chief guest. During the event, he inaugurated the Students Science and Technology Village, described as the “New Nalanda” of modern India. He also visited…
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Vice President Radhakrishnan Says India’s Spiritual Legacy Strengthening Its Role as a Global Guide

Vice President Radhakrishnan Says India’s Spiritual Legacy Strengthening Its Role as a Global Guide

Chandigarh, December 7 — Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan said India’s ancient spiritual traditions, shaped by sages, monks and ascetics, continue to guide the world on the path of meditation, self-realisation and truth. He added that practices like Rajyoga, Vipassana and Tapasya are elevating India’s position as a global mentor. He said Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision for a developed India by 2047 is also powered by this spiritual strength.The Vice President was speaking as the chief guest at the launch of the silver jubilee year celebrations of the Om Shanti Retreat Centre of the Brahma Kumaris in Bahora Kalan, Gurugram.…
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Haryana Strengthens Water Infrastructure to Ensure Safe and Adequate Drinking Supply Across Rural and Urban Areas

Chandigarh, December 6 — The Haryana government has reaffirmed its commitment to providing safe, uninterrupted and adequate drinking water to every household in the state. To achieve this goal, the government has expanded and modernised its water supply infrastructure, ensuring regular access to clean drinking water in both rural and urban regions.According to officials, the state currently delivers drinking water through 1,870 canal-based waterworks, 12,920 tubewells, 9 ranney wells and 4,140 boosting stations, forming a robust supply network across Haryana.A spokesperson from the department said several projects have been implemented to maintain seamless water supply. Infrastructure has been strengthened in…
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