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22 Oct

Eternal Message of Bhagavad Gita Resonates in Japan

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Chandigarh, October 22: In a special event organized by the Haryana government, 100 copies of the Bhagavad Gita (Japanese edition) were presented to Shri Chandru Appa, Consul General of India in Osaka, Japan. The copies were formally handed over by Shri Vikas Pandey, Assistant Professor at Osaka University, and Ms. Nikita, a native of Kurukshetra currently residing in Tokyo.The event was attended via video conference by Heena Bindlish, Joint Director of the Haryana Government’s Department of Foreign Cooperation; Pawan Chaudhary, Advisor to the Chief Minister on Foreign Affairs; Upendra Singhal, Honorary Secretary of KDB; and Sanjay Garg, General Manager of…

22 Oct

Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini Offers Prayers on Lord Vishwakarma Day, Wishes Prosperity for Citizens

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Chandigarh, October 22: Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini performed ceremonial worship of Lord Vishwakarma at his residence, ‘Sant Kabir Kutir,’ on the occasion of Vishwakarma Day. The Chief Minister offered flowers to the deity’s portrait and paid his respects. BJP state president Mohanlal Badoli was also present during the ceremony.CM Saini extended heartfelt greetings to the people of Haryana on Vishwakarma Day and highlighted that Lord Vishwakarma symbolizes creation, hard work, and skill. He said that the deity has shown society the path to progress through craftsmanship, construction, and expertise. On this occasion, the Chief Minister wished artisans and…

22 Oct

Haryana Minister Ranbir Gangwa Honors Lord Vishwakarma on Vishwakarma Day, Highlights Skill Development and Entrepreneurship

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Chandigarh, October 22: Haryana’s Minister for Public Works and Public Health Engineering, Ranbir Gangwa, paid tribute to Lord Vishwakarma on Vishwakarma Day, calling him the first engineer, artisan, and master architect of creation. He said the life of Lord Vishwakarma inspires creativity, hard work, and innovation. “This festival is not only an occasion to honor artisans and laborers, but also a reminder that dedication and sincerity in any work constitute true devotion,” he added. The day holds special significance for workers, craftsmen, engineers, and those associated with industries.Minister Gangwa attended the Vishwakarma Day event organized by the Vishwakarma Charitable Trust…

21 Oct

15-Foot ‘Aashadeep’ Illuminates Faridabad with the Message of Unity, Hope, and Light: Vipul Goel

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Chandigarh, October 21 — In a grand celebration of Diwali, Haryana Cabinet Minister Vipul Goel lit a 15-foot-tall ‘Aashadeep’ (Lamp of Hope) at Labour Chowk in Faridabad on Monday. The magnificent lamp, crafted from reused ghee and oil tins, symbolizes harmony, unity, and the triumph of light over darkness.Addressing the gathering, Goel said that Diwali marks the victory of truth over falsehood and hope over despair. “The festival becomes meaningful when we resolve to spread this light to every section of society,” he said. The event drew enthusiastic participation from citizens, women, youth, and social organizations, transforming the celebration into…

21 Oct

Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini Celebrates Diwali with Elderly Residents at Panchkula Old Age Home

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Saini shares festive joy with senior citizens, calls Diwali a festival of love, compassion, and togethernessChandigarh, October 21 — Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini celebrated Diwali with elderly residents at an old age home in Sector-15, Panchkula, spreading warmth and festive cheer among them. His wife, Smt. Suman Saini, also accompanied him on the occasion.CM Saini extended heartfelt Diwali greetings to all the residents, distributed sweets, and sought their blessings. He also joined them in lighting fireworks, sharing in the joyous spirit of the festival.Speaking on the occasion, Saini said celebrating Diwali with the respected elderly citizens was a…

21 Oct

High-Profile FIR Filed in Mysterious Death of Ex-Punjab DGP’s Son

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Panchkula (Balwinder Singh): The Panchkula Police have registered a serious criminal case against former Punjab Director General of Police (DGP) Mohammad Mustafa, his wife and former cabinet minister Razia Sultana, and several family members in connection with the suspicious death of their son, Aqeel Akhtar. Aqeel was found dead in his residence in Panchkula on October 16, with preliminary accounts suggesting a possible drug overdose. However, new revelations and a formal police complaint have cast doubt on that narrative, prompting authorities to open an investigation under grave criminal charges. The FIR, filed at the Mansa Devi Police Station, includes charges…

21 Oct

Haryana and Punjab Grapple with ‘Very Poor’ Air Quality as Pollution Levels Soar

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh/Balwinder Singh): Air quality in several parts of Haryana has plummeted to alarming levels, with cities like Bahadurgarh, Gurugram, and Rohtak experiencing pollution levels categorized as "very poor." The toxic air has not only affected Haryana but has also spilled into neighboring Punjab, where pollution levels are still in the "poor" range, further exacerbating the regional air crisis. Data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) revealed that as of 8 AM on Monday, Bahadurgarh recorded a hazardous AQI of 358, placing it in the "very poor" category. Similarly, nearby Jind reported an AQI of 350, while air…

20 Oct

Haryana Hikes Sugarcane Price by ₹15 Per Quintal, Farmers Receive a ‘Special Diwali Gift’: Agriculture Minister Shyam Singh Rana

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Minister hails CM Nayab Singh Saini’s farmer-friendly decision; says, “This Diwali, our farmers will celebrate with prosperity.”Chandigarh, October 19 — Haryana Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister Shyam Singh Rana on Saturday hailed Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini’s decision to increase sugarcane prices by ₹15 per quintal, calling it a “Diwali gift” for the state’s cane farmers.Under the new rates, the price of the early variety of sugarcane has been raised from ₹400 to ₹415 per quintal, while the late variety rate has increased from ₹393 to ₹408 per quintal. With this revision, Haryana has become the state offering the highest…

20 Oct

Union Minister Manohar Lal Celebrates Diwali with the Needy at Bandhwari’s The Earth Saviours Foundation

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Says spreading light in the lives of others is the true essence of DiwaliChandigarh, October 19 — Union Minister for Power and Housing & Urban Affairs, Manohar Lal, celebrated Diwali with underprivileged residents at The Earth Saviours Foundation in Bandhwari, Gurugram, on Sunday. He spent time with senior citizens, differently-abled persons, and mentally challenged individuals residing at the shelter home.The minister performed prayers at the temple within the premises and distributed sweets, prasad, and gifts among the residents. Lighting lamps in the ashram courtyard, he said the true spirit of Diwali is realized only when we bring light into the…

19 Oct

Haryana Minister Krishan Kumar Bedi Extends Festive Greetings, Calls for Social Harmony and Environmental Awareness

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Chandigarh, October 19: Haryana’s Minister of Social Justice and Empowerment, Krishan Kumar Bedi, extended warm greetings to all citizens, especially members of the weaker sections, Scheduled Castes, Backward Classes, and senior citizens, on the auspicious occasions of Diwali, Govardhan Puja, Vishwakarma Day, and Bhai Dooj.In his message, Bedi said that Diwali symbolizes light, prosperity, and happiness, inspiring people to strengthen bonds of love, cooperation, and harmony. Govardhan Puja, he noted, reminds humanity of its reverence for nature and the importance of environmental protection. Vishwakarma Day, he added, is a moment to honor the relentless efforts of artisans and workers, while…