The Supreme Court has intensified its scrutiny of illegal constructions in Haryana, raising concerns over the effectiveness of enforcement by municipal authorities. During the latest hearing, the apex court questioned whether civic bodies had taken adequate steps to remove unauthorized structures and comply with earlier judicial directions aimed at curbing illegal development. The court observed...
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Farmers’ Unique IDs Delayed Due to Flaws in Online Land Records Portal
Farmers across Haryana are facing delays in obtaining their Unique Farmer IDs due to technical issues and discrepancies in the state’s online land records portal. The glitches have slowed the verification process, preventing many eligible farmers from completing their registrations and accessing government welfare schemes. The Unique Farmer ID initiative is aimed at creating a...
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Four Years Later: Haryana’s Lumpy Skin Disease Outbreak Caused ₹247 Crore Loss, Killed Nearly 2,900 Cattle
Four years after the Lumpy Skin Disease (LSD) outbreak, official data has revealed its devastating impact on Haryana’s livestock sector. The disease caused an estimated ₹247 crore loss to livestock farmers. It also led to the deaths of nearly 2,900 cattle, most of them cows. The outbreak spread rapidly across several districts in 2022. It...
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Taekwondo and Volleyball Stars Shine on Day 3 of Kurukshetra Block Games
The third day of the Block-Level Sports Games in Kurukshetra witnessed spirited performances as young athletes displayed exceptional talent and determination in Taekwondo and Volleyball competitions. The events drew enthusiastic participation from schools across the block, creating an atmosphere of excitement and healthy competition. In the Taekwondo events, players showcased impressive agility, discipline, and combat...
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Haryana Government Clarifies Rules on Permanent Address Change During Service
Employees Allowed to Update Permanent Address The Haryana government has clarified that government employees can change their permanent residential address during their period of service. However, the employee’s hometown, as recorded in official service documents, will remain unchanged. The clarification has been issued to remove confusion regarding the distinction between a permanent address and a...
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Haryana Reimposes Ban on S+4 Building Approvals to Promote Planned Urban Development
Government Restores Restrictions on Stilt-Plus-Four Buildings Chandigarh, July 22: The Haryana government has restored the ban on approvals for stilt-plus-four (S+4) residential buildings in a move aimed at promoting planned urban development and easing pressure on civic infrastructure. The decision affects several urban areas, including Gurugram, where rapid construction has raised concerns over traffic, parking,...
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Farmers Suspend Delhi March After Centre Agrees to Hold Fresh Talks
Protest Paused Following Assurance from Union Agriculture Minister Chandigarh, July 22: Farmers from Haryana and Punjab have temporarily suspended their planned “Delhi Chalo” march after receiving assurance that Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan will hold discussions with their representatives. The decision came after talks between government officials and farmer leaders, offering hope for a...
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Haryana CM Calls for Planned Use of Treated Water to Strengthen Water Conservation
Government Focuses on Sustainable Water Management Chandigarh, July 22: Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has asked all government departments to increase the scientific and planned use of treated wastewater. The initiative aims to conserve freshwater resources and improve water management across the state. The Chief Minister said treated water should be used wherever it...
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Haryana’s Panshul Bansal Emerges as NEET-UG 2026 Topper, Secures AIR 2
Haryana has once again made the state proud after Panshul Bansal secured All India Rank (AIR) 2 in the NEET-UG 2026 examination. Scoring an impressive 715 out of 720 marks, Panshul shared the highest score in the country alongside Punjab’s Aryan Gupta. However, under the National Testing Agency’s (NTA) tie-breaking criteria, he was officially placed...
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Haryana Drafts Right to Business Bill, Proposes 3-Year Inspection-Free Period for MSMEs
The Haryana government has drafted the Right to Business Bill, a reform aimed at improving the ease of doing business by reducing regulatory hurdles for micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs). The proposed legislation offers eligible new MSMEs a three-year inspection-free period, allowing businesses to focus on operations without routine inspections from various government departments....