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Haryana people are suffering as CM lacks control over govt: Dushyant
Addressing a press conference, Dushyant said that close on the heels of a sense of insecurity prevailing among the people due to rise in crime, now the state government has completely failed to deal with the government doctors strike that entered second day today, affecting the health services.
![Former Haryana deputy chief minister Dushyant Chautala on Friday said that the people across the state have been suffering due to inept handling of health and home departments by the chief minister Nayab Singh Saini-led BJP government. (HT File) Former Haryana deputy chief minister Dushyant Chautala on Friday said that the people across the state have been suffering due to inept handling of health and home departments by the chief minister Nayab Singh Saini-led BJP government. (HT File)](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/26/150x84/Former-Haryana-deputy-chief-minister-Dushyant-Chau_1722021373627.jpg)
Updated on Jul 27, 2024 08:32 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Chandigarh
Drive to plant 3 crore saplings to begin soon: CM Mann
Deputy commissioners have been asked to identify vacant land in their respective districts for ensuring massive plantation.
![Punjab chief minister Bhagwant Mann. Punjab chief minister Bhagwant Mann.](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/11/150x84/Punjab-chief-minister-Bhagwant-Mann-_1720726531889.jpg)
Updated on Jul 12, 2024 09:22 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Chandigarh
Achieve target of planting 36.46 crore saplings: Yogi tells departments
More than 168 crore saplings had been planted here in the last six years, out of which 5.72 crore saplings were planted in 2017-18, 11.77 crore in 2018-19, 22.60 crore in 2019-20, 25.87 crore in 2020-21, 30.53 crore in 2021-22, 35.49 in 2022-23 and 36.16 crore in 2023-24, he said
![At a meeting held at his official residence, Adityanath said work should be done by setting department-wise and district-wise targets for the statewide plantation campaign. (File Photo) At a meeting held at his official residence, Adityanath said work should be done by setting department-wise and district-wise targets for the statewide plantation campaign. (File Photo)](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2024/07/09/150x84/At-a-meeting-held-at-his-official-residence--Adity_1720556028125.jpg)
Updated on Jul 10, 2024 09:46 AM IST
After Chief Secy and DGP, state might also have first woman forest head
Speculations are rife about Shomita Biswas becoming the head of the forest force in the state, being the seniormost IFS officer and the top contender for the position.
![HT Image HT Image](https://images.hindustantimes.com/images/app-images/2021/10/148x111.png)
Updated on Jul 07, 2024 07:18 AM IST
‘Driven by vote bank’: India stings US over its new religious freedom report
Randhir Jaiswal said the Jaiswal said the US religious freedom report selectively picked incidents to advance “a preconceived narrative”
![Secretary of State Antony Blinken unveiled the annual report and spoke of a concerning increase in anti-conversion laws, hate speech, demolitions of homes and places of worship for members of minority faith community in India (Screengrab/ US state department video) Secretary of State Antony Blinken unveiled the annual report and spoke of a concerning increase in anti-conversion laws, hate speech, demolitions of homes and places of worship for members of minority faith community in India (Screengrab/ US state department video)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/28/150x84/Secretary-of-State-Antony-Blinken-unveiled-the-ann_1719588302059.png)
Updated on Jun 28, 2024 09:27 PM IST
Rezaul H Laskar, New Delhi
CPI(M) legislator Kelu sworn-in as Kerala minister
In his first decision as minister, Kelu launched the “online treatment assistance disbursal” system for the Scheduled Tribes community in the state
![Kerala governor Arif Mohammed Khan administers the oath of office to Mananthavady MLA OR Kelu as the minister of the state during the swearing-in ceremony, at State Raj Bhavan, in Thiruvananthapuram on Sunday. (ANI Photo) (ANI) Kerala governor Arif Mohammed Khan administers the oath of office to Mananthavady MLA OR Kelu as the minister of the state during the swearing-in ceremony, at State Raj Bhavan, in Thiruvananthapuram on Sunday. (ANI Photo) (ANI)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/23/150x84/Kerala-governor-Arif-Mohammed-Khan-administers-the_1719171659030.jpg)
Updated on Jun 24, 2024 08:12 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Kochi
Haryana contributed 3.7% to India’s GDP, 6% to GST collections in 2023-24: Dalal
Haryana finance minister Jai Prakash Dalal, who was in Delhi to attend a pre-budget meeting held under the chairmanship of Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman, said the Haryana government has taken several steps to enhance social security within the state
![Haryana finance minister Jai Prakash Dalal said the amount under the “Old Age Samman Allowance” scheme and other social security pensions have been increased to <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>3,000 per month, which is the highest in the country. (Twitter) Haryana finance minister Jai Prakash Dalal said the amount under the “Old Age Samman Allowance” scheme and other social security pensions have been increased to <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>3,000 per month, which is the highest in the country. (Twitter)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/22/150x84/Haryana-finance-minister-Jai-Prakash-Dalal-said-th_1719083796927.jpeg)
Updated on Jun 23, 2024 07:44 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Chandigarh
155 child labourers rescued
According to Punjab labour minister Anmol Gagan Mann, joint teams of labour and other departments conducted surprise checks, targeting street vends and other outlets from June 11 to 21.
![Labour minister Anmol Gagan Mann says the campaign against child labour will continue. (Photo for representational purpose only) Labour minister Anmol Gagan Mann says the campaign against child labour will continue. (Photo for representational purpose only)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/22/150x84/Labour-minister-Anmol-Gagan-Mann-says-the-campaign_1719076534981.jpg)
Published on Jun 22, 2024 10:46 PM IST
HT Correspondent, Chandigarh
Kiran Choudhry, daughter Shruti join BJP ahead of Haryana assembly elections
Kiran alleges Haryana Congress being run as “personal fiefdom”, in apparent reference to former chief minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda.
![Former Congress leader Kiran Choudhry and her daughter Shruti (extreme right) joining the BJP in the presence of Union minister for energy, housing and urban development Manohar Lal Khattar, Haryana chief minister Nayab Singh Saini and party national general secretary Tarun Chugh at the party headquarters in New Delhi on Wednesday. (ANI Photo) Former Congress leader Kiran Choudhry and her daughter Shruti (extreme right) joining the BJP in the presence of Union minister for energy, housing and urban development Manohar Lal Khattar, Haryana chief minister Nayab Singh Saini and party national general secretary Tarun Chugh at the party headquarters in New Delhi on Wednesday. (ANI Photo)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/19/150x84/Former-Congress-leader-Kiran-Choudhry-and-her-daug_1718790309043.jpg)
Published on Jun 19, 2024 03:15 PM IST
Eco-friendly fashion: Designer transforms election ads into stylish tote bags
Fashion designer Camilo Morales has creatively upcycled vinyl political banners from Mexico's recent elections into stylish bags, clothing, and accessories.
![Unfinished bags, produced using electoral trash, by Mexican fashion designer Camilo Morales are displayed in his studio in Mexico City.(REUTERS/Alexandre Meneghini) Unfinished bags, produced using electoral trash, by Mexican fashion designer Camilo Morales are displayed in his studio in Mexico City.(REUTERS/Alexandre Meneghini)](https://images.hindustantimes.com/default/148x111.jpg)
Published on Jun 09, 2024 01:52 PM IST
Reuters | | Posted by Akanksha Agnihotri, Mexico City
All in readiness for U.P. B Ed joint entrance exam today
2,23,384 candidates to appear in UP B.Ed Entrance Exam 2024 by Bundelkhand University in 51 districts. Strict security measures in place with AI technology.
![Candidates leaving the exam centre after taking the exam (HT File Photo) Candidates leaving the exam centre after taking the exam (HT File Photo)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/08/150x84/Candidates-leaving-the-exam-centre-after-taking-th_1717850043080.jpeg)
Updated on Jun 08, 2024 06:04 PM IST
HT Correspondent, Lucknow
Reforming civil services is key to improving delivery
If the Indian State is to meet 21st-century needs, it will need an ample supply of fresh thinking and knowledgeable personnel.
![UPSC civil services exam UPSC civil services exam](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/03/148x111/4e4ee616-1d60-11ec-8752-7a8d4023984b_1632506768145_1717427792583.jpg)
Published on Jun 03, 2024 10:04 PM IST
Sikkim results: CM Prem Singh Tamang reacts to SKM's landslide win
The SKM retained power in the Himalayan state. The ruling party has won 26 out of 31 seats in the assembly as of now.
![Gangtok: Sikkim chief minister and Sikkim Krantikari Morcha (SKM) chief Prem Singh Tamang addresses supporters.(PTI) Gangtok: Sikkim chief minister and Sikkim Krantikari Morcha (SKM) chief Prem Singh Tamang addresses supporters.(PTI)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/02/148x111/PTI06-02-2024-000060B-0_1717320240260_1717320291872.jpg)
Published on Jun 02, 2024 02:59 PM IST
Goa Statehood Day 2024: Date, history, significance
Goa Statehood Day 2024: From date to significance, here's all that you need to know about the special day.
![Every year, Goa Statehood Day is observed on May 30. (Unsplash) Every year, Goa Statehood Day is observed on May 30. (Unsplash)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/05/29/148x111/goa_1715693922265_1716966328662.jpg)
Published on May 29, 2024 12:39 PM IST
Tapatrisha Das, Delhi
Pune civic body stands second in Maha in Health Service Index
The health index, which is determined by the state government to review health services, is assessed both monthly and annually. The public health department publishes the assessment reports every month
![The health index includes an evaluation of 37 national programmes such as registration of pregnant women and prenatal care, immunisation of children aged 0 to 16 years, family planning programmes etc. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO) The health index includes an evaluation of 37 national programmes such as registration of pregnant women and prenatal care, immunisation of children aged 0 to 16 years, family planning programmes etc. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/05/22/150x84/The-health-index-includes-an-evaluation-of-37-nati_1716407349024.jpg)
Updated on May 23, 2024 09:14 AM IST
Lok Sabha Polls: Ex-Karnataka CM BS Yediyurappa casts his vote in Shivamogga
BY Raghavendra said that the primary contest is between two national parties and independent candidates will not create any impact in the results.
![Lok Sabha Polls: Ex-Karnataka CM BS Yediyurappa casts his vote in Shivamogga Lok Sabha Polls: Ex-Karnataka CM BS Yediyurappa casts his vote in Shivamogga](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/05/07/148x111/GM8u1AuaAAEZqqx_1715060664108_1715060670318.jpg)
Updated on May 07, 2024 11:17 AM IST
Legally Speaking | A look into recent cases of police excesses and abuse
Recent decisions by high courts set a strong precedent for holding law enforcement accountable for custodial violence and repeated detentions
![On April 3, 2024, the Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh HC at Srinagar quashed a preventive detention order, the fourth in a row, passed against a 60-year-old petitioner, Advocate Ali Mohammad Lone(HT File/Representative Image) On April 3, 2024, the Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh HC at Srinagar quashed a preventive detention order, the fourth in a row, passed against a 60-year-old petitioner, Advocate Ali Mohammad Lone(HT File/Representative Image)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/05/04/148x111/Jail_pictures_1629997310217_1714849680063.jpg)
Published on May 05, 2024 12:57 AM IST
Many RTE applications not yet confirmed by parents
Officials hope the count of confirmed applications will increase after the deadline has been extended
![The number of unconfirmed applications in Pune district is 34,367, Thane (14,265), Nagpur (9,000) and Jalgaon (3,000). (Sanjeev Verma/HT PHOTO) The number of unconfirmed applications in Pune district is 34,367, Thane (14,265), Nagpur (9,000) and Jalgaon (3,000). (Sanjeev Verma/HT PHOTO)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/04/30/150x84/The-number-of-unconfirmed-applications-in-Pune-dis_1714494109024.jpg)
Published on Apr 30, 2024 09:52 PM IST
Baltimore files legal claim against ship Dali owner and operator
The cargo ship is owned by Grace Ocean Private Limited and managed by Synergy Marine PTE LTD
![Attorneys for the Baltimore mayor and city council accused both companies of providing the cargo vessel with an “incompetent crew” that lacked proper training and skill(AP) Attorneys for the Baltimore mayor and city council accused both companies of providing the cargo vessel with an “incompetent crew” that lacked proper training and skill(AP)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/04/23/148x111/Maryland-Bridge-Collapse-16_1713879571144_1713879611939.jpg)
Published on Apr 23, 2024 07:14 PM IST
Himachal government is stable, will complete five years: CM Sukvinder Sukhu
Himachal CM Sukvinder Sukhu said Congress has always faced challenges boldly and overcome them, adding that the six MLAs sold their honour for money and will never be forgiven by the public
![Himachal CM Sukvinder Sukhu (HT File) Himachal CM Sukvinder Sukhu (HT File)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/04/19/150x84/Himachal-CM-Sukvinder-Sukhu--HT-File-_1713553277436.jpg)
Updated on Apr 20, 2024 06:50 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Shimla
How a few activists ensured a peaceful Ram Navami in Mumbai
Ram Navami in Mumbai was peaceful this year due to strict measures. Muslims took legal action against hate speech, ensuring communal harmony.
![A priest brings an idol of 'Ram Lalla' before performing pooja at Ram Mandir on the occasion of the Ram Navami festival, in Mumbai.(PTI) A priest brings an idol of 'Ram Lalla' before performing pooja at Ram Mandir on the occasion of the Ram Navami festival, in Mumbai.(PTI)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/04/20/148x111/PTI04-17-2024-000131B-0_1713344998452_1713585284731.jpg)
Updated on Apr 20, 2024 09:25 AM IST
Heat wave conditions likely to prevail in Karnataka till Friday: IMD
Maximum temperatures are likely to rise by two to four degrees Celsius over Belagavi, Bidar, Gadag, Dharwad, Haveri and Raichur districts, the IMD said.
![In major relief, the IMD predicted light rainfall over some parts of the state this weekend. (PTI) In major relief, the IMD predicted light rainfall over some parts of the state this weekend. (PTI)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/04/02/148x111/Heatwaves-have-claimed-more-lives-in-India-than-ot_1682451612956_1712032548807.jpg)
Published on Apr 02, 2024 10:09 AM IST
‘Stay hydrated’: Karnataka health ministry issues advisory to combat heatwave
Karnataka Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao issued an advisory as temperatures rose in the state and more cases of sunstrokes and migraines were reported.
![Karnataka Health and Family Welfare Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao. (HT Photo) Karnataka Health and Family Welfare Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao. (HT Photo)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/03/27/148x111/Karnataka-Health-and-family-welfare-minister-Dines_1686338943798_1711534479901.jpg)
Published on Mar 27, 2024 04:39 PM IST
Opposition leader struggling like a fish out of water: Bali
He said that in the Assembly elections-2020, the voters of the state gave the mandate to BJP to sit in the opposition, but the Leader of Opposition is not able to digest this
![Himachal Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation chairman Raghubir Singh Bali Himachal Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation chairman Raghubir Singh Bali](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/03/24/150x84/Himachal-Pradesh-Tourism-Development-Corporation-c_1711307547398.jpg)
Updated on Mar 25, 2024 06:08 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Dharamshala
AAP did exemplary work in health, edu sector: Party gen secy
“Under the leadership of AAP convener Arvind Kejriwal and chief minister Bhagwant Mann, the government has done exemplary work in the field of education and health in these two years,” said the Punjab Mandi Board chairman in a statement.
![Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Punjab general secretary Harchand Singh Barsat on Monday said the party has intensified its campaign for the June 1 Lok Sabha election in the state. Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Punjab general secretary Harchand Singh Barsat on Monday said the party has intensified its campaign for the June 1 Lok Sabha election in the state.](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/03/18/150x84/Aam-Aadmi-Party--AAP--Punjab-general-secretary-Har_1710787572427.jpg)
Updated on Mar 19, 2024 06:52 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Chandigarh
Support those who fulfil promise of development: Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah
Siddaramaiah was addressing the public after distributing the benefits of various schemes to the beneficiaries of the Congress party's Guarantee Schemes.
![Support those who fulfil promise of development: Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah Support those who fulfil promise of development: Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/03/11/148x111/Karnataka-CM-Siddaramaiah-with-a-bag-containing-bu_1708109413101_1710132741063.jpg)
Published on Mar 11, 2024 10:30 AM IST
ANI | | Posted by Pathi Venkata Thadhagath
State’s first liver institute to get 4 more zonal offices
The Institute, which has been built in Phase 3B-1, has been equipped with state-of-the-art infrastructure, which will help provide super-speciality care, training and conduct hepatology research.
![The institute, which has been established at par with the Institute of Liver & Biliary Sciences (ILBS), New Delhi, has been running out-patient department services for the last eight months. The institute, which has been established at par with the Institute of Liver & Biliary Sciences (ILBS), New Delhi, has been running out-patient department services for the last eight months.](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/02/29/150x84/The-institute--which-has-been-established-at-par-w_1709235454980.png)
Updated on Mar 01, 2024 07:28 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Chandigarh
2,500 ponds to be cleaned by year-end: Dushyant Chautala
Dushyant Chautala was speaking after inaugurating the rest house public works department has built at a cost of ₹4 crore in Mandkola village of Hathin sub-division in Palwal district.
![Haryana deputy chief minister Dushyant Chautala has said that about 1,600 ponds across the state have been cleaned so far while 2,500 will be cleaned within this year. (HT File Photo) Haryana deputy chief minister Dushyant Chautala has said that about 1,600 ponds across the state have been cleaned so far while 2,500 will be cleaned within this year. (HT File Photo)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/02/25/150x84/Haryana-deputy-chief-minister-Dushyant-Chautala-ha_1708887202573.jpg)
Updated on Feb 26, 2024 06:56 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Chandigarh
Heed SC’s directive on saving forests
The focus should stay on the protection and restoration of forests, not on releasing the land for “non-forest” purposes.
![Forest cover in India has been shrinking. Governments have been ambiguous in their commitment to protecting forests. (Representative Image) Forest cover in India has been shrinking. Governments have been ambiguous in their commitment to protecting forests. (Representative Image)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/02/20/148x111/The-protected-forest-is-located-near-the-Assam-Miz_1706188652501_1708441220004.jpg)
Published on Feb 20, 2024 09:50 PM IST
Punjab governor postpones visit to border districts to mid-March
Following request from govt authorities, visit that was scheduled from February 20 to 23 is now slated to take place from March 12 to 14
![Punjab governor Banwarilal Purohit postponed his four-day visit to the border districts of the state scheduled to start from Tuesday following a request from the government authorities. (HT file photo) Punjab governor Banwarilal Purohit postponed his four-day visit to the border districts of the state scheduled to start from Tuesday following a request from the government authorities. (HT file photo)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/02/20/150x84/Punjab-governor-Banwarilal-Purohit-postponed-his-f_1708428020430.jpg)
Published on Feb 20, 2024 04:50 PM IST