Tuesday, March 19, 2024

Regional

About half a dozen youth of village Mataur trapped in the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine

KALAYAT(Kaithal) : About half a dozen youths who went to Russia from village Mataur for jobs have been thrown into the Russia-Ukraine war. Instead of providing jobs, these youth have been recruited into the Russian army. In such a situation, these youth are forced to struggle just to save their lives, far from earning good money.

Nayab Saini takes oath as new Haryana CM, Khattar shown the door

CHANDIGARH: In swift political developments in Haryana, the BJP today replaced Manohar Lal Khattar and appointed Naib Saini as new Chief Minister. The controversial home minister Anil Viz is also shown the door.

Six disqualified Congress MLAs, would not be forgotten/forgiven by the public, though they are trying to clean their sins at Rishikesh: HP CM

DHARAMSALA: Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu inaugurated and laid the foundation for 14 significant development projects, valued at Rs. 143 crore, in the Indora Assembly Constituency of Kangra district on Sunday , marking a significant stride towards the area's advancement.

Himachal CM opens weeklong Shivratri Mahotsav in Mandi

MANDI: The weeklong Shivratri Mahotsav began here on Saturday with Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu formally announcing the opening of the grand event from the historic Paddal Ground here.

Himachal CM Sukhu Announces Comprehensive Development Initiatives in Kangra Airport Expansion

DHARAMSALA: Chief Minister Thakur Sukhwinder Singh Sukhu has revealed plans for the expansion of Kangra Airport, promising a substantial relief package for those displaced by the project. This initiative is part of a broader vision to propel Kangra district into a tourism hub, furthering its development.

Sweeping Changes in Dharamshala Municipal Corporation: New Councilors Nominated

DHARAMSALA: In a significant political move, the Sukhu government in Himachal Pradesh has initiated a reshuffle within the Dharamshala Municipal Corporation by expelling councilors previously nominated by the now-disqualified MLA, Sudhir Sharma. This decision paves the way for the nomination of new councilors, marking a notable shift in the municipal body's composition.

When Congress government comes, we will drive out all the goons from Haryana again: Hooda

KAITHAL: Addressing the public anger rally organized in Kalayat grain market, today Leader of Opposition and former Chief Minister Bhupendra Singh Hooda said that the crowd gathered in Kalayat is an indication that the coming time will be for the Congress party. Encouraged by the huge crowd that gathered in the public protest rally, Hooda said in his own style that 'Kalayat has laid the foundation stone'.

Avalanche damage shops in Himachal

SHIMLA: An avalanche was reported on Sunday in Himachal Pradesh’s remote Lahaul-Spiti district following heavy snowfall, officials said.

Himachal to introduce e-governance services in all 60 urban local bodies

SHIMLA: Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Sukhu on Sunday said the government was introducing e-governance services across all 60 urban local bodies in order to revolutionize public services.

Himachal Cabinet approves excise policy for 2024-25

SHIMLA: The Himachal Pradesh Cabinet in its meeting here on Saturday approved the excise policy for 2024-25 through auction cum tender.

Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose had performed penance on the banks of river Saraswati in village Sautha in kaithal district

KAITHAL: Haryana Saraswati Heritage Development Board Vice Chairman Dhuman Singh Kirmach said that Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose had also done penance on the banks of Saraswati river. There is a plan by Saraswati Board to build a very beautiful ghat at this place. All the holy places located on the banks of Saraswati are being renovated. Similarly, renovation work will be done in Southa village also.

Himachal political crisis: Cabinet minister Vikramaditya meets rebels

SHIMLA: The "political crisis" in the Congress government in Himachal Pradesh seems yet to be over as Cabinet minister Vikramaditya Singh, who too raised a "banner of revolt" against Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, on Friday reached Delhi after meeting rebel MLAs in Chandigarh.

Himachal Cabinet gives nod to set up finance panel

SHIMLA: The Himachal Pradesh Cabinet in its meeting held here on Thursday under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu decided to constitute the Seventh State Finance Commission to review the financial position of panchayats and municipalities and to make the recommendations to the government.

Himachal Assembly Speaker disqualifies six Cong rebel MLAs

SHIMLA: In a major political attempt to save the Congress government in Himachal Pradesh, Speaker Kuldeep Singh Pathania on Thursday declared that the six rebel legislators cease to be members of the Assembly with immediate effect, saying “the MLAs defied party whip to vote in favour of government on Financial Bill.”

Gaggal Airport Expansion: Villages Demand Fair Compensation

DHARAMSALA: Business and community leaders of Gaggal Bazar staged a protest march in Gaggal on Tuesday and observed a bandh in protest against the airport expansion in Gaggal Bazaar. Zilla Parishad Chairman Ramesh Brar, Zilla Parishad member Kulbash Chaudhary, Panchayat representatives of the affected Panchayats and people gathered in Gaggal Bazaar.Gaggal Panchayat pradhan Renu Pathania said that the way the district administration has presented the R&R report, that report will have to be corrected.

Amid political crisis, Himachal Assembly passes budget

SHIMLA: Amidst the political crisis, the Himachal Pradesh Assembly on Wednesday passed the budget for 2024-25 with a voice vote. Subsequently, the House was adjourned sine die.

Not resigned, govt will complete full five-year term: Himachal CM

SHIMLA: Amid political crisis, Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Wednesday said that he has not resigned and the Congress government would complete its full five-year term.

Himachal Speaker suspends 15 BJP legislators, including Leader of Opposition

SHIMLA: In a major political development in the ongoing crisis in Himachal Pradesh, state assembly Speaker on Wednesday suspended 15 BJP legislators, including Leader of Opposition Jai Ram Thakur.

Himachal BJP leaders to meet Governor, demand floor test on Wednesday

SHIMLA: After the ruling Congress in Himachal Pradesh faced a humiliating defeat owing to cross-voting by six of its legislators for the lone Rajya Sabha seat, BJP leader and Leader of Opposition Jai Ram Thakur will meet Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla on Wednesday morning to demand floor test in the ongoing Budget session against the government.

Haryana CM's flying squad raids illegal liquor vbend in village Sanghan

KAITHAL: Chief Minister Flying Squad on Tuesday raided a liquor sub-contract running without a license on Dhanauri Road in village Sanghan in this district.A case has been registered against a liquor vendor operating without a license in Sadar police station and he has been arrested.

Records of all departments will be digitised: Haryana CM

CHANDIGARH: Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar on Tuesday informed the assembly that the records of all departments will be digitised in the state.

Himachal Pradesh to Enhance Rail Network with Rs 13,168 Crore Investment

DHARAMSALA: Himachal Pradesh Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla said that a massive Rs 13,168 crore investment in railway projects within the state. Speaking at a program held at the Baijnath-Paprola railway station in Kangra district, the Governor highlighted that these projects are set to bolster the rail infrastructure, offering improved rail services to the residents.

Gurugram civic body demolishes illegal colony, 3 under-construction buildings

GURUGRAM: In a crackdown against illegal constructions, an enforcement team of the Municipal Corporation of Gurugram (MCG) demolished an illegal colony here in Sector-34 on Monday.

INLD's Haryana unit chief Rathee shot dead in Jhajjar

CHANDIGARH: The Indian National Lok Dal's Haryana unit President Nafe Singh Rathee was shot dead in an attack by unidentified assailants in the state's Jhajjar district on Sunday, police said.

Himachal’s literacy over 88 per cent: Education Minister

SHIMLA: Himachal Pradesh Education Minister Rohit Thakur on Sunday said the state literacy has risen to over 88 per cent from eight at the time of Independence, the second highest in the country.

Electricity bonanza to 8 lakh poor families in Haryana

CHANDIGARH: Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar on Saturday announced the discontinuation of the monthly minimum charge (MMC) for poor electricity consumers with approved loads of up to 2 kilowatts (KW).

Brave farmers, brave soldiers and brave wrestlers are the identity of Haryana: Chief Minister Manohar Lal

KAITHAL: Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal said that Haryana is known for its brave farmers, brave soldiers and brave wrestlers. While special attention is being given to infrastructure to promote sports in the state, apart from financial assistance, the future of the players is also being secured by providing them reservation in jobs under A, B, C category.

Farmers in Kaithal protest outside BJP office, allege Govt harrassing people by blocking roads

KAITHAL: In Kaithal, members of the United Kisan Morcha protested on Wednesday from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm, gheraoing the BJP office Kapil Kamal. Farmers also staged a dharna for 3 hours outside the BJP office.

SC decision on Wildflower Hall safeguards interests: Himachal CM

SHIMLA: Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Sukhu on Wednesday welcomed the Supreme Court’s decision to uphold the verdict of the Himachal Pradesh High Court regarding ownership of Wildflower Hall, a landmark luxury hotel of Oberoi Group on the outskirts of Shimla.

Himachal CM presents budget of Rs 58,444cr with fiscal deficit of Rs 10,784cr

SHIMLA: Announcing a four per cent dearness allowance for employees and a scheme to encourage natural farming, Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Sukhu on Saturday presented a budget of Rs 58,444 crore for 2024-25 with the fiscal deficit of Rs 10,784 crore, which is 4.75 per cent of the state domestic product.

Bharat Bandh: Kaithal farmers blocked roads at four places, protested and raised slogans against the government

KAITHAL: A mixed effect of Bharat Bandh call by farmers was seen in Kaithal district on Friday. Apart from the checkpoints with Punjab, farmers blocked four places in the district and raised slogans against the government.

Advocate Dhami has strongly condemned the unethical actions of the police inside Guru Ghars in Haryana.

AMRITSAR: Advocate Harjinder Singh Dhami, president of the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee, has strongly condemned the violation of etiquette by the Haryana Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee, nominated by the Haryana government, at the historic Gurdwaras of Ambala, Sri Manji Sahib and Sri Panjokhara Sahib.

Dharamshala Municipal Corporation unveils Rs 141.23 Crore budget with no new Taxes

DHARAMSHALA: In a significant announcement that came as a relief to the residents of Dharamshala, Mayor Neenu Sharma, in a landmark meeting, unveiled the Municipal Corporation's budget for the fiscal year, setting it at Rs 141.23 crore. Marking her first and the corporation's eighth budget presentation, Mayor Sharma confirmed that the budget, which was passed unanimously, includes no new taxes, maintaining the financial status quo for the citizens.

Himachal Sets Sight on Tourism Boost with ₹2500 Crore ADB Fund

DHARAMSALA: Speaking in Nagrota Bagwan, RA Bali, the Chairman of the Tourism Corporation, unveiled the Himachal government's comprehensive plan to elevate the state's tourism sector. With an eye on exploiting the vast tourism potential, the state is gearing up to enhance its adventure, religious, and natural tourism offerings.

Himachal employees face unprecedented challenges under current government, Claims BJP Spokesperson

DHARAMSALA: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has leveled serious accusations against the incumbent state government, alleging a period of unprecedented difficulty for state employees during its 14-month tenure. Sanjay Sharma, the state spokesperson for the BJP, articulated concerns over several unresolved issues plaguing the workforce, including the non-payment of pending Dearness Allowance (DA) and arrears, leading to frequent protests and strikes for basic demands.

Haryana DGP inspected Tatiana Naka in view of the march of farmer organizations

KAITHAL: In view of the march of farmer organizations to Delhi on 13 February, Tatiana Naka located at Kaithal Punjab border was inspected by Haryana Director General of Police Shatrujit Kapoor in connection with the law and order situation.

Haryana Police force conduct mock drill to face farmers Delhi March

KAITHAL: After the announcement of farmers' organizations march to Delhi, a mock drill was conducted in the police lines on Saturday by the police companies who were continuously preparing for the security arrangements to deal with any kind of emergency.

Himachal Deputy CM Agnihotri’s wife passes away

SHIMLA: Simmi Agnihotri, wife of Himachal Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Mukesh Agnihotri, passed away on Friday night.

Haryana clerical staff to hold massive protest against state government on February 16

CHANDIGARH: The coalition government of the state has once again cheated the clerks who have been struggling for their salary hike for the last two decades by staging protests across the state and facing the brunt of the administration. The coalition government issued a notification and increased the pay scale of clerks on paper, but if one looked at the ground reality, no clerk would benefit from this pay scale. Due to which, the anger among the clerks due to this anti-employee policy of the government increased further and they have decided to protest against the government on an even bigger level in the nationwide strike on February 16.

Sudhir Sharma Initiates Key Development Projects in Dharamshala

DHARAMSHALA: In a significant move towards addressing the water scarcity and enhancing the infrastructure in Dharamshala , Himachal , National Secretary of Congress and local MLA Sudhir Sharma layed the foundation stone of the construction of 10 hand pumps and 6 tube wells on Wednesday. The projects, with an investment of Rs 1.07 crore, are set to be established in Saukani Da Kot and Mohli, aiming to alleviate the water shortage issues faced by the residents.

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