Haryana Archives - Page 9 of 21

12 Nov

Stubble burning in Punjab and Haryana worsening air quality in Delhi-NCR, Supreme Court told

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaHaryana, New Delhi, News, Punjab, Stubble Burning, Supreme Court, Top news

National Times Bureau :- As AQI in Delhi-NCR breached 400 mark and subsequent implementation of GRAP-3 measures, the Supreme Court was informed that stubble burning in Punjab and Haryana has led to further worsening of air quality. A bench headed by Chief Justice of India BR Gavai was informed that stubble-burning has begun with impunity in Punjab and Haryana. Senior advocate Aprajita Singh, who is assisting the top court as amicus curiae has urged the bench to seek responses from Punjab and Haryana governments. Singh referred to NASA satellite images to buttress her point that stubble burning in these two…

24 Oct

Haryana Raises Dearness Allowance for Employees and Pensioners

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaDA, Dearness Allowance, Dearness Relief, Government, Haryana, pensioners

Chandigarh, 24 October – The Haryana government has announced an increase in the dearness allowance (DA) for state employees and dearness relief (DR) for pensioners and family pensioners. The DA and DR rates have been raised from 55 percent to 58 percent, effective from 1 July 2025.The announcement was made through a circular issued by Chief Secretary Mr. Anurag Rastogi, who also holds the additional charge of the Finance Department. Under the revised rates, the increased DA and DR will be paid along with the October 2025 salaries and pensions. Arrears for the period from July to September 2025 will…

23 Oct

Probe Continues into Death of Ex-DGP Mohammad Mustafa’s Son; Forensic Report to Determine Cause

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryana, TrendingHaryana, Mohammad Mustafa

Panchkula (Balwinder Singh): The investigation into the death of Aqil Akhtar, son of former Punjab DGP (Human Rights) Mohammad Mustafa and ex-cabinet minister Razia Sultana, remains inconclusive as the autopsy failed to establish the cause of death. The police are now awaiting the viscera analysis, which is expected to provide clarity on what led to the 35-year-old’s demise. According to officials, the viscera samples have been dispatched for chemical testing, and results are awaited to confirm or rule out any possibility of poisoning or drug overdose. Investigators noted the presence of a syringe mark on Aqil’s arm, a detail that…

22 Oct

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

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaEntrepreneurship, Haryana, Ranbir Gangwa, Skill Development, Vishwakarma Day

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

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

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryana, TrendingHaryana, Punjab

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…

16 Oct

Rohtak ASI Suicide Case: FIR Lodged Against Late IPS Officer Y. Puran Kumar’s Wife

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryana, IndiaASI, FIR, Haryana, New Update, Rohtak, WIFE

National Times Bureau :- In a dramatic turn of events, an FIR has been registered against late IPS Officer Y Puran Kumar's wife in connection with Rohtak ASI Sandeep Lathar's suicide case. The FIR names four people, IPS officer Y Puran Kumar’s gunman Sushil, Kumar’s wife P Avneet Kaur, Bathinda Rural MLA Amit Ratna, and one other person. Officials have so far refused to provide a copy of the FIR, citing ongoing investigations. The registration of FIR marks significant development in both the cases, which have drawn massive attention in Haryana. Meanwhile Rohtak ASI Sandeep Lathar's post mortem was conducted…

15 Oct

Haryana Police Suicides Reveal Deep Corruption, Caste Bias, and Ties to Gangster Rao Inderjit

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsHaryanaHaryana, IPS IPS, New Update, Suicide Case

National Times Bureau :- The mysterious case of two police suicides in Haryana has taken a disturbing turn, with fresh allegations of corruption, caste-based discrimination, and links to an infamous gangster. The controversy began with the death of IPS officer Y Puran Kumar, whose suicide note has triggered a storm within the state police department. Kumar was found dead at his Chandigarh residence on October 7, having allegedly shot himself. In an eight-page suicide note, he accused 10 senior and retired police officers of subjecting him to “blatant caste discrimination, targeted mental harassment, and public humiliation.” His death shocked the…

15 Oct

Wife of Late IPS Officer Y Puran Kumar Permits Post-Mortem, Cites Trust in Probe Assurances

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryana, TrendingHaryana, Y Puran Kumar

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Amid growing scrutiny over the sudden and tragic death of IPS officer Y Puran Kumar, his wife, senior IAS officer Amneet P. Kumar, has authorized the post-mortem examination, citing confidence in the integrity of the investigation promised by authorities. In an official statement, Amneet Kumar noted that the decision was made after she received assurances from both the Union Territory Police and the Haryana government regarding a thorough and impartial inquiry. She stated that her consent was driven by the need for a timely and transparent examination in pursuit of justice. "Given the commitment by UT Police…

14 Oct

Haryana cancels govt anniversary events, PM Modi’s Sonepat visit amid IPS officer’s suicide row

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryana, IndiaCancel, Haryana, IPS Suicide Case, PM Narendra Modi, Visit

National Times Bureau :- In a major political development, the Haryana Government has cancelled all events planned to mark the first anniversary of the Nayab Singh Saini-led BJP government scheduled for October 17 amid growing controversy over the suicide of senior IPS officer Y Puran Kumar. The decision came within hours of Haryana Director General of Police (DGP) Shatrujeet Kapur being sent on leave in connection with the case. Soon after, Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi issued formal orders to all Deputy Commissioners (DCs), directing them to cancel the one-year celebration programmes across districts, including the key event in Sonepat. “There will…

14 Oct

Rahul Gandhi calls on family of Haryana IPS officer Y Puran Kumar, seeks justice over alleged caste bias, harassment

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryana, IndiaCongress, Haryana, IPS Suicide, Rahul Gandhi

National Times Bureau :- Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday met the grieving family of Haryana IPS officer Y Puran Kumar, who allegedly died by suicide on October 7. Rahul Gandhi arrived in Sector 24, Chandigarh, around 11.08 am, shortly after landing at the airport, to offer condolences to the officer’s family. He was accompanied by former Haryana Chief Minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda, Haryana Pradesh Congress Committee (HPCC) president Rao Narender Singh, Rajya Sabha MP Deepender Hooda, and Congress MLA Varun Chaudhary. Rahul Gandhi’s visit comes amid mounting political pressure on the Haryana government, as opposition parties intensify their attack…