PUNJAB AND HARYANA

Rohtak, Haryana: New research from PGIMS Rohtak has revealed alarming statistics regarding the impact of hepatitis on women. According to a study conducted by the Departments of Gastroenterology, Gynecology, Community Medicine, and Microbiology, women infected with hepatitis B experienced a 30% miscarriage rate, while those with hepatitis C faced a 26% risk. Hepatitis, commonly known as jaundice, is a severe and potentially fatal liver infection caused by hepatitis B and C viruses. Symptoms include yellowing of the skin and eyes, severe fatigue, abdominal pain, vomiting, and mental confusion. The infection can lead to liver failure or cancer if left untreated. Research HighlightsDr. Praveen Malhotra, Senior Professor and Head of the Gastroenterology Department and In-Charge of the No...

Amritsar: The Punjab government has declared three cities, including the walled city of Amritsar, as ‘Sacred Cities’. Following this declaration, authorities have begun preparations to remove shops and street vendors selling meat, fish, eggs, alcohol, and tobacco products from the historic old city area surrounding the Golden Temple and Akal Takht. The decision, announced by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on 21 December through a video message, aims to preserve the sanctity of these areas. Alongside Amritsar, Anandpur Sahib and Talwandi Sabo (Bathinda) have also been declared sacred. Impact on Local BusinessesThe move has caused significant concern among hundreds of families whose livelihoods depend on these trades. Traders argue that the decision threatens generations-old businesses w...

Gurugram: In view of the New Year’s Eve celebrations, authorities in Gurugram are considering closing MG Road to vehicular traffic. The stretch, known for its numerous pubs and bars, attracts large crowds from across the NCR region, often leading to heavy traffic congestion and occasional chaos. In the past, the road has been closed to vehicles on December 31, and similar measures may be implemented this year. The final decision is expected to be made in a police-administration meeting scheduled for Monday. Parking at Leisure Valley GroundMG Road houses over 50 pubs and bars, and the police have previously conducted road closures from both ends – one towards Faridabad Road and the other towards IFFCO Chowk. For convenience, parking will be available at the nearby Leisure Valley Ground, ...

Gurugram, 26 Dec 2025: Chaos erupted at two private hospitals in Gurugram on Wednesday when a newborn, discharged from a government hospital, was admitted to private facilities without proper documentation. Subsequent investigation revealed that the baby was born to a minor rape victim. A health worker had brought the infant to the hospital, citing jaundice as the reason for medical attention. Police were alerted due to suspicions surrounding the newborn’s movement between hospitals. The child was eventually handed over to the family of the victim after authorities arrived at the scene. There were initial fears that the newborn might have been intended for sale, but the matter was clarified following police intervention. Statements have been recorded from the health worker, the attendin...

Christmas celebrations turned into a nightmare for thousands of commuters in Gurugram as the city witnessed severe traffic congestion at multiple locations on Thursday. People stepping out to celebrate the holiday found themselves stuck in long jams, with traffic crawling at a snail’s pace for hours. One of the worst-hit stretches was near the Sirhaul Toll Plaza, where traffic piled up during the evening hours. The situation deteriorated further after the parking facility at Ambience Mall reached full capacity, forcing several vehicles to wait on the main road. This led to massive congestion, affecting both incoming and outgoing traffic. Hundreds of motorists traveling from Delhi to Gurugram were stranded for extended periods. The traffic spillover was so intense that even the underp...

Gurgaon, Haryana: In a major crackdown on illegal encroachments, Gurgaon authorities demolished nearly 100 shops built on government land by notorious criminal Ricky in Khandsa. The operation, carried out on Tuesday, involved a strong police presence to ensure smooth execution. Ricky, already facing 31 serious criminal cases, had reportedly been operating these illegal establishments for months. Illegal Occupation and ExtortionAccording to officials, Ricky, aged 29, began encroaching on HSIIDC (Haryana State Industrial and Infrastructure Development Corporation) land gradually, constructing approximately 100 temporary shops and 10 permanent structures. These shops generated an estimated ₹5–6 lakh per month in illegal extortion. Despite repeated complaints and previous jail terms, the ac...

The Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing the massive ₹9-crore imported liquor smuggling racket has achieved a significant breakthrough with the arrest of Sugreev Kumar, a 50 per cent partner of a wine shop, who had been absconding abroad to evade arrest. Sugreev Kumar, a resident of Fatehabad, was arrested from Delhi Airport upon his return from Indonesia, where he had fled after learning about an impending raid. Acting swiftly, the police had issued a Look-Out Circular (LOC) with the help of Interpol, leading to his deportation to India. The accused was produced before a local court, which granted the police five days’ custody remand for further interrogation. With this arrest, the police have so far apprehended five accused in the case. Massive Seizure of Illegal Foreign Liq...

Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a fierce political attack on West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC), alleging “jungle raj-like conditions” in the state and accusing the government of protecting infiltrators at the cost of the rights and future of Bengal’s people. Addressing a massive public rally at Ranaghat in Nadia district through a mobile phone due to adverse weather conditions, the Prime Minister said his helicopter could not land because of dense fog, but his resolve to speak to the people of Bengal remained unwavering. “Oppose Modi, Not Bengal’s Development” PM Modi said that while the TMC may continue to oppose him politically, it should not obstruct the development of West Bengal. “You may oppose Modi with full force, a...

Faridabad, Haryana: A disturbing case has emerged from Faridabad, where a 22-year-old shooter from Bhiwani allegedly faced sexual assault at a hotel while attending a shooting competition at Dr. Karni Singh Shooting Range, Delhi. The shooter had come with a friend for the event. Police are currently investigating the matter. How the Incident UnfoldedAccording to reports, the shooter, a resident of a village in Bhiwani, arrived in Faridabad on Tuesday with her friend to participate in the competition. On Wednesday evening, the friend contacted an acquaintance, Gaurav, to drop them at the metro station. About thirty minutes later, Gaurav arrived with another man, Satendra. The four of them booked two rooms at a hotel in Sarai Khwaja and began a gathering in one of the rooms. Later that...