Haryana Bans Use of ‘Harijan’ and ‘Girijan’ in Official Communication

Government Directs Departments to Follow Constitutional Terminology The Haryana government has instructed all its departments, educational institutions, public authorities, and other state bodies to avoid using the terms ‘Harijan’ and ‘Girijan’ in any official communications. These terms were historically used to refer to Scheduled Castes (SCs) and Scheduled

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Nathowal Village Honours Gurdeep Singh Buttar and Navdeep Kaur for Sports Achievements

Residents of Nathowal village in Ludhiana district recently honoured Gurdeep Singh Buttar and Navdeep Kaur Buttar for their outstanding achievements in sports. The event celebrated their dedication and inspired the community. Gurdeep Singh Buttar: Hockey Champion Gurdeep began playing hockey at the age of 7-8, guided by his

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Two Arrested for Alleged Espionage in Punjab and Haryana, Minor Detained

Minor Among Those Detained In a coordinated operation, Punjab and Haryana police arrested two individuals for alleged espionage activities, with one of the detainees reported to be a minor, officials confirmed. Punjab Police Arrest a Minor in Pathankot The Punjab police apprehended a 15-year-old boy from Pathankot, accused

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Akshaye Khanna Joins Dhurandhar After Initial Hesitation, Prepares for Telugu Debut

Casting Challenges and Akshaye Khanna’s Reluctance Dhurandhar, starring Ranveer Singh, features a star-studded ensemble including Akshaye Khanna, Sanjay Dutt, Rakesh Bedi, and Arjun Rampal. Among the cast, Akshaye Khanna, playing Rehman Dakait, has been the most talked-about performance. In a recent interview, casting director Mukesh Chhabra revealed that

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Chandigarh, Punjab, and Haryana Brace for Wet New Year

IMD Forecasts Rain, Snow, and Dense Fog Across the Region Residents of Punjab, Haryana, and Chandigarh should prepare for a wet start to 2026, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicting scattered to moderately widespread rainfall and snowfall from December 30 to January 2. The forecast also includes

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Haryana Shop Employees May Work 10 Hours a Day Under New Labour Law

Shop and commercial establishment employees in Haryana may soon see changes in their daily work schedule after the Haryana Assembly passed a new amendment bill allowing 10 hours of work per day, while keeping the weekly limit capped at 48 hours. The legislation, titled the Haryana Shops and

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Haryana Assembly Tightens Oversight on Private Universities

Amendment to Private Universities Act Passed The Haryana Assembly on Monday, December 22, 2025, approved a Bill amending the Haryana Private Universities Act, 2006. The amendment introduces clear procedures for the dissolution of private universities, the appointment of administrators, and mandates the government’s prior approval before introducing any

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Bizz Convention Investor Meet in New Delhi a Big Success

Bizz Convention, a leading business networking and investment platform, successfully hosted its high-profile investor meeting in New Delhi, bringing together investors, startup founders, entrepreneurs, and MSME leaders. The meeting focused on investment opportunities, business growth, and strategic collaborations, providing a structured platform for meaningful discussions. The event received

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Sydney Attack: False Anti-Pakistan Claims by India and Israel Exposed

Recent propaganda by Israel, India, and Afghanistan attempting to link Pakistan to the Sydney terrorist attack has been proven misleading. The attack, which shook Australia’s coast, left 15 people dead and around 40 others injured, including two police officers. Sydney Attack Overview During the incident: One attacker was

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Stubble Burning in Punjab and Haryana: Fire Counts Mislead, Burnt Areas Show Only 30% Decline

Recent research indicates that relying solely on fire counts to track stubble burning in Punjab and Haryana may give an inaccurate picture of the ground reality. The Environment Ministry has repeatedly claimed that fire counts, derived from satellite data of active fires, dropped by 92% in Punjab and

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