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Palwal: In a major crackdown against alleged illegal activities, Haryana police conducted a raid on OYO guest houses located on National Highway-19 in Palwal district. During the operation, 11 women and 6 men were arrested for their alleged involvement in running a sex racket. The operation, named “Hotspot Domination,” was launched after police received a tip-off regarding immoral activities being carried out at certain OYO guest houses near Babri Mod in Hodal. Acting on the information, District Superintendent of Police Varun Singla instructed DSP Hodal Sahil Dhillon and female police teams to conduct late-night raids at two guest houses. Details of the RaidUsing undercover “dummy customers,” police swooped on the guest houses. In the first establishment, six women were recovered, r...

Faridabad: A chilling incident has shocked residents of Faridabad district, Haryana, where a family of three—a husband, wife, and their five-year-old son—were found dead under mysterious circumstances after having eaten halwa the previous night. The tragic incident occurred in Saroo Pur village, under the Mujesar police station jurisdiction. The family, living in a rented house, was discovered lying lifeless in their home. Police reached the spot after receiving a report and took the bodies into custody for post-mortem. No suspicious items were found in the room. Initial observations suggest the possibility of poisoning, as foam was seen around the mouths of the deceased. The exact cause of death will be determined after the post-mortem report. Family Background and Events Leading to...

Faridabad: A tragic road accident in Faridabad district claimed the life of a farmer and left another critically injured when a speeding car collided with their motorcycle. The incident occurred as the two farmers were returning from selling vegetables at Dabua Vegetable Market. According to reports, the accident happened near Dhauj Bee Bhandar when the car struck the motorcycle head-on. Both farmers were thrown onto the road and remained in severe pain for nearly half an hour, as no passerby offered assistance. Eventually, a bystander called their family, who rushed to the scene and arranged for their transfer to BK Hospital. Doctors pronounced Vedram dead, while the second farmer, Vinod, was seriously injured and later referred for further treatment at another private hospital due to ...

Ambala/Kurukshetra: In a spectacular display of dairy excellence, a Murrah buffalo named ‘Sundara’, owned by Ambala farmer Ravindra Singh, popularly known as Billu, clinched first place at the livestock fair held in Kurukshetra. Sundara produced an impressive 29.650 kilograms of milk, earning her owner a Bullet motorcycle as the prize. Sundara is not just any buffalo—Billu purchased her last year for ₹51.30 lakh, making her one of the most expensive buffaloes in the world. Her consistent performance has justified her price, as she has now won three major awards in a single year. Earlier, she secured a tractor in one competition and a cash prize of ₹2 lakh in another. A Record-Breaking Milk PerformanceThe three-day livestock fair was organized by the Dairy Farm Association of Haryana....

Ludhiana: The reign of gangsters in Punjab continues to cast a shadow over business owners. In a chilling development, the owner of a luxury car rental service in Ludhiana was threatened with a ransom demand of ₹2 crore. Gangster Kaushal Chaudhary has been named in the FIR filed in connection with the case. The incident unfolded when two assailants opened fire at the luxury car rental office. Just a few hours later, the owner received a threatening call. Police have also registered the case against Kaushal Chaudhary, along with Pawan Shaukeen and Mohabbat Randhawa, and their unidentified associates. Details of the CaseAccording to the FIR lodged at Mullanpur Dhaka police station, a partner of the firm reported receiving a WhatsApp call at around 4:26 PM from an international number. ...

Chandigarh: In a significant move to strengthen public transport, the Punjab government, under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, has announced the addition of 1,279 new buses to the state’s fleet. This initiative aims to provide affordable, safe, and accessible travel for both urban and rural residents, marking a major step toward modernizing Punjab’s transportation system. Currently, the Punjab government operates a fleet of 2,267 buses, including 1,119 under Punjab State Bus Stand Management Company Limited (PUNBUS). The new fleet expansion will be achieved through a mix of direct purchases and lease arrangements, ensuring growth without imposing undue financial burden. Of the total 1,279 buses, 796 will be acquired through direct purchase, while 483 will be added ...