Haryana
Rape convict Gurmeet Ram Rahim granted 15th parole, walks out of jail for Sirsa Dera
Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh, convicted rapist and leader of Dera Sacha Sauda, has been granted his 15th parole. The self-styled godman is serving a 20-year jail term for raping two of his disciples.
1 min read5 Jan 2026New CJI: Justice Surya Kant brings many firsts — first-generation lawyer, first Haryana-born chief justice of India
Justice Surya Kant has made history by taking oath as the first Chief Justice of India from Haryana. His journey from humble beginnings to the highest judicial office is inspiring, showcasing his commitment to justice and notable contributions to the Indian legal system.
4 min read24 Nov 2025July 14 School Holiday: Schools shut in THESE districts of Uttar Pradesh and Haryana for Sawan Somwar; check details
Today marks the first Somwar of Sawan, a Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Shiva. Devotees fast every Monday, seeking blessings. Schools in Varanasi and Budaun, Uttar Pradesh, are closed on Mondays due to Kanwar Yatra, while Nuh, Haryana, has a holiday on July 4 for Jalabhishek Yatra.
1 min read14 Jul 2025Ashok Khemka, IAS officer who flagged Robert Vadra land deal, retires today after 57 transfers. All you need to know
The Haryana-cadre IAS officer shot to limelight in 2012 when he first flagged the alleged irregularities in the land deal between Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi’s husband Robert Vadra‘s Skylight Hospitality and DLF Universal Ltd. He retires on Wednesday, his birthday.
3 min read30 Apr 2025Who is Rampal Kashyap? Modi admirer, who walked barefoot for 14 years until he met the PM
Rampal Kashyap had vowed 14 years ago that he would wear footwear only after Modi became the prime minister and he got to meet him. Modi has been the prime minister since 2014.
2 min read15 Apr 2025Haryana hospital dress code: 'Funky' hairstyle, makeup, long nails banned
Haryana government has imposed a strict dress code for staff working in its govt hospital prohibiting funky hairstyles, makeup, long nails, and skirts in a bid to maintain ‘professional touch’
1 min read11 Feb 2023Omicron cases: Haryana imposes night curfew; check out timing, other details
Night curfew imposed in Haryana from 11pm to 5amOnly fully jabbed will be allowed in all public sector institutionsGatherings of more than 200 persons in public places and events have been barred
1 min read24 Dec 20217th Pay Commission: Haryana govt raises dearness allowance to 28% from 17%
The increased dearness allowance also includes the DA payable from January 1, 2020, July 1, 2020 and January 1, 2021It will benefit about 2.85 lakh government employees and 2.62 lakh pensioners
1 min read24 Jul 2021Haryana extends Covid lockdown till August 2: Know what's open, what's not
Although positivity rate and number of cases in the state have declined, the lockdown has been extended to continue the preventive and precautionary measures against Covid-19, the government said
2 min read24 Jul 2021Unemployment rate is still at double digits across 10 states
Bihar, where Assembly polls are due soon, has an unemployment rate of 11.9%, which is likely to figure in the election campaignThe opposition RJD-led grand alliance has already made jobs part of its election agenda with a promise to create 1 mn jobs if voted to power
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