Wednesday, November 27, 2024

Regional

DPR for Haryana clean air project for sustainable development approved

CHANDIGARH: The Haryana Governing Committee, led by Chief Secretary Vivek Joshi, has approved the draft of a detailed project report (DPR) for the Haryana Clean Air Project for Sustainable Development (HCAPSD).

State-of-the-Art Disdrometer Installed at Gaggal Airport of Dharamsala to Boost Weather Analysis

DHARAMSALA: In a significant development, the Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM), Pune, has installed a cutting-edge Disdrometer at Dharamsala’s Gaggal Airport, marking a first for the Himalayan region. The installation was completed on Saturday, as informed by Airport Director Mr. Dhirendra Singh.

Dharkandi to Be Developed as Trout Hub with Rs. 3.03 Crore Investment

DHARAMSALA: The Dharkandi area of Shahpur is set to become a trout hub, with a dedicated investment of ₹3.03 crore, announced Deputy Chief Whip Kewal Pathania. Addressing a public gathering during his visit to inspect development works, including the beautification of the Machhiyal pond, Pathania emphasized the importance of preserving the area's religious and cultural heritage.

Man duped of Rs 1.88 crore on the pretext of supplying cheaper gold by fraudsters. One accused arrested.Four already held

KAITHAL: During the special campaign launched under the guidance of SP Rajesh Kalia to arrest the criminals involved in various criminal incidents police arrested one criminal who was a member of a gang who threatened to kill a man who had been earlier lured to invest in cheaper gold.

Aman Sandhu achieved 59th rank in UPSC exam.

KAITHAL: Aman Sandhu, resident of Radha Krishna Colony, here has secured 59th rank in the UPSC exam. Aman Sandhu, originally a resident of village Qutubpur, currently works in Group B job in the Home Ministry of the Government of India.

3 accused arrested by CIA-1 police in case of kidnapping of youth and demanding ransom

KAITHAL: Three accused were arrested by CIA-1 police in the case of kidnapping of a youth resident of Kalayat and demanding ransom. Police spokesperson said that as per the complaint of Kalayat resident Rohit, someone called his brother Sumit and called him to Sajuma Road Kalayat on the evening of 17th November.

Reflectors must for all vehicles, says Haryana minister Anil Vij

CHANDIGARH: Haryana Transport Minister Anil Vij on Wednesday said he has ordered that reflectors must be installed on all vehicles and no vehicle without reflectors should be allowed as they “are the ones involved in or cause accidents”.

Kaithal court sentenced two culprits to five and two years' imprisonment

KAITHAL: The court of Sessions Judge Ritu YK Bahal has convicted two accused in the case of snatching a chain from a woman and sentenced them to 5 years and 2 years respectively. Besides, the court has also fined both of them Rs 10,000 and Rs 5,000. In case of non-payment of fine, the main accused will have to undergo two months' imprisonment and the co-accused will have to undergo one month's imprisonment.

Common people should spread the message of environmental awareness by using vehicles as little as possible: DC Preeti.

KAITHAL: In view of environmental pollution, DC Preeti has appealed to the general public to give the message of environmental awareness by using minimum vehicles as per requirement. Along with this, She has also appealed to the drivers to be alert about road safety in view of fog in the morning and evening during the changing weather.

Governor Dattatraya invites Vice President to International Gita Jayanti Mahotsav-2024

CHANDIGARH: Haryana Governor Shri Bandaru Dattatreya paid a courtesy visit to the Hon'ble Vice President of India, Shri Jagdeep Dhankhar, in New Delhi today. During the meeting, the Governor extended a formal invitation to the Vice President to attend the International Gita Jayanti Mahotsav, scheduled to take place in Kurukshetra from November 28 to December 15, 2024.

Elections of Haryana Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee will be conducted soon -CM Saini

CHANDIGARH: Haryana Chief Minister, Sh Nayab Singh Saini while giving assurance in the Haryana Legislative Assembly that elections for the Haryana Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee will be conducted soon. Currently, the process of voter registration is underway in preparation for these elections.

Kaithal Police is implementing service security cooperation, a 50 year old woman resident of Bihar reunited with her family members.

KAITHAL: Kaithal Police is following the motto of "Seva Suraksha Sahayog". Police spokesperson said that on the evening of 16th November, Dial 112 and Durga Shakti team found a woman in an abandoned condition near Kaithal Sugar Mill on Karnal Road. When asked about the address, the said woman was giving the address of Bihar.

Convocation is not just a ceremony but a celebration of the achievements and capabilities of students: Governor Bandaru Dattatraya

CHANDIGARH: Haryana Governor Shri Bandaru Dattatraya on Sunday said that convocation is not just a ceremony but a celebration of the achievements and capabilities of students. After getting a degree from here, you should become a job giver rather than a job taker, such a belief has to be created that you should be recognized in the world.

Dead body of youth found on roadside under suspicious circumstances

KAITHAL: There was a sensation in the area when the dead body of a young man was found on the roadside on Khurana Road here today. His motorcycle was also lying near the dead body. The deceased has been identified as Zora Singh (37), resident of village Malikpur.

Five injured in clashes at Shimla’s Swami Ramakrishna Ashram

SHIMLA: At least five people were reportedly injured after a clash that led to stone pelting between two groups at the Swami Ramakrishna Ashram in the Himachal Pradesh capital over property dispute, the police said.

Himachal Cabinet approves upgradation of three municipal councils

SHIMLA: The Himachal Pradesh Cabinet in its meeting presided over by Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Saturday approved the upgradation of three municipal councils to municipal corporations, and two Nagar Panchayats to municipal councils. It also decided to create six new Nagar Panchayats.

Accused arrested for cheating victim of lakhs of rupees on the pretext of facilitating bank loan, sent to jail

KAITHAL: From time to time, the district police is making the general public aware about avoiding cyber fraud.and , as per the instructions of SP Rajesh Kalia, the crackdown on cyber frauds continues.

Media is a powerful watchdog of democracy - Media should raise the voice of the public with a positive attitude: - CTM Gurvinder Singh

KAITHAL: On the occasion of National Press Day, a program was organized by the district administration in the auditorium of the Mini Secretariat on Saturday. CTM Gurvinder Singh participated in this program as the chief guest, while DSP Sushil Prakash participated as a special guest. As the keynote speaker in this program, Dr. Abhishek Goyal from Government College gave his speech on the changing environment of media.

Two including a woman killed, about half a dozen injured in road accident.

KAITHAL: A man and a woman died and about half a dozen people were injured in a horrific collision between a cruiser car and a truck last midnight near village Kharak Pandawa on Hisar-Chandigarh National Highway.

Kaithal AVT staff recovered 203 kg 410 grams of poppy seeds from Fortuner vehicle.

KAITHAL: To make district Kaithal drug free, Kaithal Police is continuously seizing huge quantities of drugs while destroying the plans of drug smugglers as per the instructions of SP Rajesh Kalia. In this sequence, 203 kg 410 grams of poppy seeds were recovered from a Fortuner vehicle by the AVT ( Anti Vehicle Theft Staff)during night patrolling on Wednesday. Taking advantage of the fog and darkness, two accused fled from the spot.

Haryana CM Nayab Saini to be chief guest in saini Mahakumbh in Kaithal on Dec 1, invitation being extended from village to village

KAITHAL: Seven teams have been formed across Haryana for the preparations for the second Saini Mahakumbh on the birth anniversary of Maharaja Shoorsaini ji in Kaithal on December 1.

'Unconstitutional': Himachal High Court sets aside appointment of MLAs as parliamentary secretaries

SHIMLA: In a major setback to the Congress government in the state, the Himachal Pradesh High Court on Wednesday said that the appointment of MLAs as parliamentary secretaries is unconstitutional and ordered their immediate removal.

Kaithal Police keeping a close watch on Bullet bikes, Challans worth around Rs 1 lakh issued for 6 Bullet bikes

KAITHAL: As per the orders of SP Rajesh Kalia, people who are careless towards traffic rules are being monitored and challans are being issued along with making them aware.

Drug smuggler with 209 grams of opium and 1 kg 628 grams of poppy caught by Chowki Pundri police.

KAITHAL: On one hand, as per the instructions of SP Rajesh Kalia, the district police is making the general public aware about not taking drugs, on the other hand, the crackdown on drug smugglers continues.

To curtail drug peddlers activities, 100 suspicious houses searched under city police station Kaithal

KAITHAL: Kaithal Police, under the leadership of DSP Kuldeep Beniwal, is continuously making efforts as per the instructions of SP Rajesh Kalia to arrest drug smugglers and curb other criminal activities and tighten the noose on criminals.

Old vehicles will be scrapped & recycled in Haryana: Minister

GURUGRAM: The Haryana government has notified the Vehicle Scrappage and Recycling Facility Incentive Policy 2024 registered in the state.

Four accused arrested by Special Detective Unit in the case of looting cash by assaulting petrol pump employees, all sent to jail

KAITHAL: Taking immediate action as per the instructions of SP Rajesh Kalia, in the case of looting of cash by assaulting petrol pump employees in village Kharak Pandawa of Kalayat, Special Detective UnitThe accused Ankush, Ravi, Sonu, Rohit, residents of Kalayat, were controlled by the team of ASI Raghubir Singh under the leadership of in-charge SI Ramesh Kumar.

Haryana Youth duped of Rs 34 lakh, accused promised to send victim to USA

KAITHAL: While investigating the case of cheating of Rs 34 lakh in the name of sending youth to America, the accused Baljindra, resident of village Baknaur district Ambala, was arrested as by the team of ASI Manoj Kumar under the leadership of Economic Cell in-charge Inspector Rajkaran.

Drug Peddler Arrested in Kangra; SP Kangra Launches New Initiatives to Improve Public Access and Support

DHARAMSALA: In a significant crackdown, Kangra district police arrested a drug peddler in a raid on Monday. Pawan Kumar, son of Surender Kumar from Arla Dehra village, was apprehended with 26 grams of chitta (heroin), 241.7 grams of gold jewelry valued at approximately ₹20 lakh, 1.207 kg of silver ornaments, and cash amounting to ₹44,580.

Complete development works in Faridabad within timeframe: Haryana Minister

CHANDIGARH: Haryana Cabinet Minister Vipul Goel, while holding a meeting with officials of the Faridabad Metropolitan Development Authority (FMDA), directed them not to be negligent in work and complete the development works within the timeframe.

Himachal CM for operating Kalka-Shimla trains on hydrogen

SHIMLA: Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Sukhu on Monday said the state government has urged the Ministry of Railways to explore the possibility of converting the Kalka-Shimla UNESCO World Heritage train to run on green hydrogen.

National fair in Agroha Dham on November 10: Raj kumar Goyal

CHANDIGARH: State spokesperson of Agroha Dham and senior leader of Agarwal community, Dr. Rajkumar Goyal said that a national fair was being organized in Agroha Dham on November 10, in which lakhs of devotees and tourists from Haryana and nearby states as well as from all over the country will participate.

Haryana CM celebrates Diwali with elderly, children

CHANDIGARH: Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Thursday celebrated Diwali with the elderly and children by visiting Baba Bansivala Vridha Ashram and Sakshi Balkunj Ashram in Ladwa town in Kurukshetra district.

Haryana Governor Shri Bandaru Dattatraya honours HCS officer Vishwajeet Singh

CHANDIGARH: Haryana Governor Shri Bandaru Dattatraya on Wednesday honoured Shri Vishwajeet Singh, a distinguished international shooter and Haryana Civil Services (HCS) officer, for his remarkable achievement in the prestigious Ironman Triathlon Goa-2024.

Govt to provide quality healthcare services at doorsteps: Himachal CM

SHIMLA: Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Sukhu claimed on Tuesday that the government is committed to provide quality healthcare services at doorsteps.

AIPEF urges CM Himachal to accept employees demands

CHANDIGARH: All India Power Engineers Federation (AIPEF) seeks intervention of chief minister Himachal Pradesh in resolving the issues of power engineers and employees working in HPSEB Ltd (HPSEBL) amicably before the beginning of light festival Diwali. . AIPEF fully supports all demands raised by the Joint Front of employees and engineers in notice.

HPSEB employees and engineers to intensify agitation from Monday

SHIMLA: HPSEB employees and engineers have decided to intensify the protest as the management is reluctant to issues raised by them and as they will be holding demonstrations and rallies throughout the state from Monday October 28 .

Two females arrested for extorting money by honeytrap, court grants two days police remand of accused

KAITHAL: Taking immediate action as per the instructions of SP Rajesh Kalia in the case of extorting money by honey-trapping a person, two female accused were arrested by Cheeka police station.

Efforts Underway to Enhance Air Connectivity from Dharamshala to Key Cities

DHARAMSHALA: In a significant push to boost tourism in the region, BJP MLA from Dharamshala, Sudhir Sharma, emphasized the need to establish air connectivity from Dharamshala to major cities such as Jaipur, Ahmedabad, Amritsar, and Mumbai.

9th class student dies due to snake bite in government school

KAITHAL; Rohit, a class 9 student in a government school in nearby village Chandana, died due to snake bite. The student was 15 years old.

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