Transparent reporting behind higher numbers The Haryana Police has responded to the latest National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) data showing high crime figures in the state. It said the numbers reflect transparent case registration and better reporting systems, not a direct rise in crime. FIR registration policy increases recorded cases Haryana Director General of Police...
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Only 31% Groundwater in Haryana Suitable for High-Quality Irrigation: Study
A recent study conducted by Chaudhary Charan Singh Haryana Agricultural University has revealed that only around 31 percent of groundwater in Haryana is suitable for high-quality irrigation, raising serious concerns about the future of agriculture in the state. The findings have highlighted the growing problem of groundwater salinity and declining water quality, especially in several...
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Himachal Launches “Mission 32%” Forest Drive to Boost Green Cover by 2030
State Sets Ambitious Green Target The Himachal Pradesh government has launched a major environmental campaign called “Mission 32%.” The initiative aims to increase the state’s forest and green cover from 29.5 percent to 32 percent by 2030. Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu is leading the programme, while the Forest Department will carry out plantation and...
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Punjab Activates Heatstroke Units Across Hospitals Amid Rising Temperatures
As temperatures continue to rise across North India, the Punjab government has directed hospitals and healthcare centres to activate dedicated heatstroke management units to tackle increasing summer-related illnesses. Health officials say the move is part of a larger preparedness strategy aimed at preventing fatalities during the ongoing heatwave season. Government hospitals have been instructed to...
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Himachal Launches Prisoner Reform Reading Program
The Himachal Pradesh Department of Prisons and Correctional Services has launched a new rehabilitation programme called “Akshar Se Atmabodh.” The initiative aims to bring positive change among prison inmates through reading and self-learning. Under the programme, prisoners receive educational and motivational books. Officials believe that reading can improve thinking, behaviour, and overall outlook towards life....
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Heatwave Conditions Intensify in Delhi; Health Risks Rise Amid Prolonged Extreme Heat
Delhi is currently under the grip of intense heatwave conditions, with temperatures frequently soaring to approximately 44°C–46°C across various sections of the city and its surrounding National Capital Region. The India Meteorological Department has issued yellow to orange alerts, cautioning inhabitants about amplified health hazards stemming from extended exposure to the extreme warmth. Based on...
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Himachal Pradesh Promotes Long-Stay Tourism to Boost Sustainable Travel, Says CM
Shimla: Himachal Pradesh is increasingly focusing on long-stay and sustainable tourism as part of a broader strategy to reduce pressure on overcrowded hill stations and enhance the overall visitor experience, Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu said. The state government is encouraging tourists to move beyond short weekend trips and instead explore multiple destinations across Himachal...
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Himachal Pradesh State Open School HPSOS Result 2026 Declared: Class 8, 10 and 12 Pass Percentage Announced
The Himachal Pradesh State Open School (HPSOS) has officially declared the 2026 results for Classes 8, 10, and 12. Thousands of students who appeared for the examinations can now check their scores through the official website of the Himachal Pradesh Board of School Education (HPBOSE). According to the board, the overall pass percentage for Class...
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Centre Revives Chenab–Beas Link Tunnel Project in Himachal Pradesh
The Chenab–Beas Link Tunnel Project in Himachal Pradesh has reportedly been discussed in policy and planning circles as part of India’s broader focus on long-term water resource management and inter-basin river transfer concepts. However, the project remains at a conceptual stage and has not been officially approved for execution. Proposed Idea and Objective The proposal...
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Punjab Targets 5 Lakh Acres Under Direct Seeding of Rice (DSR)
Government Pushes Water-Saving Farming Technique The Punjab government has intensified efforts to expand Direct Seeding of Rice (DSR) cultivation across the state, setting a target of bringing nearly five lakh acres under the water-saving farming method during the current paddy season. The initiative is part of the state’s broader strategy to conserve groundwater and promote...