PUNJAB AND HARYANA

Gurgaon, February 10, 2026: Gurgaon police have arrested two women in connection with a series of saree thefts at Meena Bazaar showroom in Central Mall. Authorities recovered two stolen sarees, ₹3,000 in cash, and a magnet allegedly used to remove security tags from the stolen merchandise. The investigation is ongoing. How the Theft Was Carried OutAccording to police, the accused women used magnets to remove the security tags from sarees, preventing alarms from sounding at the exit gates. The method allowed them to steal items without detection. The theft came to light after a showroom employee lodged a complaint at DLF Sector-29 Police Station on September 15, with a formal case registered on September 19. Arrests and InvestigationThe Crime Branch, Sector-43, traced and apprehended ...

Faridabad, Haryana: The Haryana government has transferred IPS officer Maqsood Ahmed, formerly serving as Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP), Faridabad (NIT), with immediate effect. According to official orders, he has been posted as Superintendent of Police (SP) at Panchkula Police Headquarters. The transfer follows a tragic accident at the Surajkund International Crafts Fair, where a swing collapsed, resulting in the death of a police inspector on duty during rescue operations and injuring 12 others. Two individuals were arrested in connection with the incident. Opposition parties have criticized the state government, blaming administrative negligence for the tragedy. Maqsood Ahmed is a 2016-batch IPS officer serving in the Haryana cadre. First IPS Officer from the Meo CommunityMa...

Faridabad: Another serious lapse has come to light in the aftermath of the ride accident at the Surajkund International Crafts Fair. Reports suggest that the ride involved in the mishap was being operated without a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the district administration, raising serious questions about oversight and accountability. Sources say that the Haryana Tourism Department had reportedly allowed the ride to operate on its own authority. After the accident, the department shifted the blame entirely onto the vendor, distancing itself from responsibility. Officials from the department had previously claimed that an expert committee conducted daily inspections of rides at the fair. Tourism Department’s Role Under ScrutinyThe incident has sparked criticism over how such a se...

Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh: A minor road dispute in Ranjhi, Jabalpur, took a fatal turn on Saturday night when a furniture businessman was stabbed to death. The incident occurred near the Gokulpur Durga Temple around 11:30 PM after a car and motorcycle collision escalated into a violent attack. Victim Identified The deceased has been identified as Ekant Sahu (35), a local furniture trader. According to Ranjhi Police Station in-charge Umesh Golhani, Ekant was parking his Creta car along the roadside when it collided with a motorcycle coming from the opposite direction. A verbal argument erupted immediately following the minor collision. Attack by Gang The motorcyclist reportedly called three to four accomplices, who arrived on two motorcycles and collectively attacked Ekant. Durin...

Jalandhar: A chilling CCTV footage has emerged showing the deadly shooting of Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Lucky Oberoi outside a Gurudwara in the upscale Model Town area of Jalandhar on Friday morning. The attack took place around 7:35 a.m. on a road frequented by vehicles and devotees heading to the Gurudwara. What the CCTV Footage ShowsThe video reveals that as Oberoi exited the Gurudwara and moved toward his Mahindra Thar, a man wearing a black hoodie calmly approached the SUV. The assailant opened fire at close range while Oberoi was still inside the vehicle. The footage suggests that the shooter waited for Oberoi to get into the car to prevent any chance of escape. Attack Over in Just 10 SecondsAfter firing several bullets, the attacker ran toward a scooter arriving from a near...

Nuh, Haryana: A Muslim woman in Nuh district has married a Dalit man, Mohit, in a consensual inter-caste marriage, and has now sought police protection, claiming threats from local politicians. The marriage, conducted legally through a court, has sparked controversy in the village of Patla Shahpuri in Firozpur Jhirka. Woman Alleges Family and Political PressureThe woman, Nazrana, stated in a video posted on social media that she married Mohit of her own free will and is happy with her husband. She clarified that she is of legal age and her statement has been recorded in court. Nazrana alleged that her own family submitted a falsified birth certificate in court in an attempt to challenge the marriage. Nazrana further claimed that Mohit’s family faced social ostracism from some village...

Delhi/Chandigarh: Tensions escalated in the Lok Sabha on Wednesday over the suspension of eight MPs, as protests by Congress leaders spilled outside Parliament. During the demonstration, a heated exchange took place between Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and Union Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu. Rahul Gandhi referred to Bittu as a “traitor friend,” prompting a sharp rebuttal from Bittu, who called Gandhi a “country’s enemy” and stated that he has no connection with those who harm the nation. Reports also note that Bittu refused to shake hands with Gandhi during the confrontation. Who is Ravneet Singh Bittu?Ravneet Singh Bittu, the Union Minister of State, had joined the BJP ahead of the Lok Sabha elections after leaving Congress. Although he contested the election on a BJP ticket and los...

Chandigarh: The Haryana government, led by Chief Minister Nayab Saini, is set to unveil a new industrial policy this month aimed at providing significant relief to businesses and entrepreneurs. The draft policy, currently being finalized by the Department of Industries and Commerce, promises a range of incentives to encourage industrial growth across the state. Affordable Plots and Vertical ExpansionOne of the key highlights of the upcoming policy is the availability of cheaper industrial plots, addressing a long-standing concern of high land costs for businesses. Previously, industrial units were restricted to constructions up to 15 meters in height. The new policy removes this limit entirely, allowing entrepreneurs to build multi-story factories, warehouses, and production units. This...

Faridabad: Delhi Police’s Crime Branch has arrested Jawad Ahmed Siddiqui, Chairman of Al Falah University, in connection with alleged fraud and forgery involving crores of rupees. Following his arrest, Siddiqui was produced before a court, which granted the police four days of custody for further investigation. Serious Allegations of Financial and Administrative IrregularitiesAccording to Delhi Police officials, Siddiqui faces serious charges relating to financial and administrative irregularities at the university. Investigators expect to uncover crucial information during questioning. This action comes at a time when Al Falah University is already under the scrutiny of multiple central agencies. University Previously in HeadlinesAl Falah University has previously attracted attentio...

Chandigarh: The Nayab Singh Saini-led Haryana government on Tuesday carried out a significant administrative reshuffle, ordering the transfer of six IAS officers with immediate effect. The official notification assigns additional responsibilities to several officers while retaining their existing charges. According to the government order, 2007-batch IAS officer Ravi Prakash Gupta has been appointed Principal Secretary, Urban Estates Department, along with the additional charge of Divisional Commissioner, Hisar. Rohtak Deputy Commissioner Sachin Gupta has been given the additional responsibility of Additional Secretary, Irrigation Department, while continuing in his current role. IAS officer Aparajita, who is currently serving as Deputy Commissioner of Kaithal, has been assigned a...