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16 Jun

The Tragic End of Haryanvi Model Sheetal, Found Dead in Sonipat Canal

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Sonipat (National Times): In a heartbreaking incident that has sent shockwaves through Haryana's music and modeling industry, the life of rising Haryanvi star Sheetal, also known as Simmi Chaudhary, came to a tragic end. Her lifeless body was discovered in the cold waters of a canal in Kharkhoda, Sonipat, on Monday morning, just days after she had left for a shoot and never returned. She was only in her early twenties. A promising face in regional music videos. A young woman trying to carve out a life through art and ambition. But instead, her final chapter has been written in…

15 Jun

Haryana CM Nayab Saini Flags Off ‘Run for Yoga’ Marathon in Kurukshetra Ahead of International Yoga Day

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Kurukshetra (National Times): In the spirit of promoting health and wellness through yoga, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini flagged off the ‘Run for Yoga’ marathon in Kurukshetra on Sunday. The event marked the beginning of a series of activities being held across the state in the run-up to the 11th International Day of Yoga, which will be celebrated globally on June 21. Encouraging the public to embrace yoga as a part of their daily lives, CM Saini said, “We should dedicate at least one hour every day for our physical and mental well-being. Yoga is not just an exercise…

10 Jun

Haryana Police’s Unique Initiative: De-addiction Campaign in Panchkula Creates a New Milestone in Social Transformation

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Chandigarh (National Times): The de-addiction initiative launched by the Panchkula Police has now become a benchmark. Initiated in December 2024 under the able leadership and guidance of Hon’ble Chief Minister Shri Nayab Singh Saini, the campaign aimed to rehabilitate drug users through medical support and counseling. This mission projected the police not just as law enforcers, but also as agents of social reform. Village-Based Model under ‘Mera Gaon, Meri Shaan’ With support from the Health Department, this campaign was run as a community-based initiative. Under the adopted ‘Mera Gaon, Meri Shaan’ model, individuals affected by substance abuse were proactively identified…

06 Jun

Centre to Act on Haryana’s Solar House Plan; State Seeks Reforms, Cybersecurity and Transmission Aid: Manohar Lal

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Chandigarh, June 6, 2025: The Union Power Ministry will consider Haryana’s proposal to establish solar-powered homes in rural areas to provide daytime electricity to farmers, Union Minister Manohar Lal confirmed during the Northern Region Power Ministers’ Conference on Thursday. The proposal, initiated by Haryana Energy Minister Anil Vij, is part of the state's broader push to become self-sufficient in renewable energy.A pilot project for these solar houses is already in progress and may be scaled up across the state if successful. Vij highlighted that Haryana is rapidly boosting its solar capacity as part of its long-term strategy for energy independence.Raising…

02 Jun

Haryana Begins Sunflower Procurement in 17 Mandis Across Five Districts

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Chandigarh, June 2 – The Haryana government has officially launched sunflower procurement from June 1 in 17 designated mandis spread across five districts. The procurement process, managed by the Food, Civil Supplies, and Consumer Affairs Department, will continue until June 30.Food and Civil Supplies Minister Rajesh Nagar stated that the central government has approved procurement of up to 8,883 metric tonnes of sunflower under the Price Support Scheme (PSS). This year, 18,166 farmers registered for sunflower procurement under the ‘Meri Fasal Mera Byora’ (My Crop, My Details) portal. The minimum support price (MSP) for sunflower has been set at ₹7,280…

02 Jun

Directions Issued by Haryana DGP to Make ERV Functioning More Effective

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Chandigarh (National Times): Haryana Director General of Police (DGP) Sh. Shatrujeet Kapur held an important meeting with senior officials late in the evening, during which he issued directions to enhance the operational efficiency of Emergency Response Vehicles (ERVs). He stated that the ERV represents the 'face' of Haryana Police, and its primary responsibility is to respond promptly and act effectively upon receiving information about any incident. It was informed in the meeting that approximately 4000 police personnel are deployed on ERVs across the state.Sh. Kapur directed that Superintendents of Police should ensure an audit of ERV operations so that existing…

21 May

IMD warns of heatwave in Punjab, Haryana till May 23, Light Rain from May 24 onwards

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Chandigarh (National Times): While a searing heatwave grips Punjab and Haryana between May 21 and 23, relief may be in sight as the weather department predicts light rain and thunderstorm activity from May 24 onwards. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) stated that isolated pockets in both states may witness light rain on May 21, 23, and 24. Moderate rainfall at several places is expected by May 25 and 26. These showers are likely to be accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds reaching speeds of 40–50 kmph. “Thunderstorm activity with lightning and strong gusty winds will hit isolated parts of…

20 May

Haryana: Kaithal Student Arrested for Allegedly Sharing Sensitive Information with Pakistani Intelligence

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Kaithal (National Times): A 25-year-old student from Kaithal, Haryana, has been arrested for allegedly passing sensitive information to Pakistani intelligence operatives, Kaithal Superintendent of Police (SP) Astha Modi confirmed on Monday. The accused, Devendra Singh, is currently pursuing his first year of a Master’s degree at a college in Patiala. According to police, Devendra had established contact with four Pakistani intelligence operatives—three men and one woman—following a visit to Pakistan in November last year. “He has confessed to filming a video near a cantonment area in Patiala and sending it to these operatives,” SP Modi stated. Devendra is currently in…

15 May

Haryana CM Pledges Rs 4 Crore Aid, Renames Village to Honor Martyr Lance Naik Dinesh Kumar

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Palwal (National Times): In a moving gesture of tribute and solidarity, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has announced a series of significant steps to honor the memory of Lance Naik Dinesh Kumar Sharma, who lost his life in cross-border shelling in Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch region. While visiting the martyr’s native village of Nagla Mohammadpur in Palwal district, CM Saini declared financial assistance of Rs 4 crore for the grieving family. Further, he announced that the village will be renamed “Dineshpur”, in remembrance of the soldier’s ultimate sacrifice. In addition to the renaming, the Chief Minister revealed that a…

14 May

Pakistani Spy Arrested in Panipat for Leaking Classified Information; National Security Agencies Step In

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Panipat (National Times): In a significant development, Haryana Police have arrested a suspected Pakistani spy in Panipat for allegedly transmitting sensitive information to operatives across the border. The accused, 28-year-old Nauman Ilahi, hails from Kairana in Shamli district, Uttar Pradesh, and was apprehended on May 13 in Sector 13/17 of Panipat. In Contact with Terrorist Based in Pakistan According to Additional Director General of Police (Crime) Kuldeep Yadav, Ilahi was found to be in contact with a suspected terrorist named Iqbal, who is believed to be operating out of Pakistan. Investigators allege that Ilahi used WhatsApp and other social media…