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Ram Mandir donation theft case: Tinnu and Subhash granted 14-hour police remand

14 Jul 2026 | 8:39 PM

Ayodhya, Jul 14 (UNI) In the investigation of the Ram Mandir donation theft case, the court of the Special Judge (Anti-Corruption) has ordered the two main accused, Ramshankar Yadav alias Tinnu and Subhash Srivastava, to be remanded to police custody for 14 hours.

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Himachal Governor launches 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' drive, calls for collective action on climate

14 Jul 2026 | 8:31 PM

Shimla, July 14 (UNI) Himachal Pradesh Governor Kavinder Gupta on Tuesday launched the 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' plantation campaign at Jutogh Cantonment here, calling for collective efforts to tackle climate change, rising temperatures and environmental pollution through large-scale afforestation and public participation.

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CBI court sentences four to two years' jail in SBI KCC loan fraud case in Himachal

14 Jul 2026 | 8:20 PM

Shimla, July 14 (UNI) A special CBI court in Shimla on Tuesday sentenced four private persons to two years' imprisonment and imposed a total fine of Rs 80,000 in three bank fraud cases relating to fraudulent Kisan Credit Card (KCC) loans obtained from the State Bank of India (SBI), Dehra branch in Himachal Pradesh.

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Shift to alternative energy no longer optional: Anil Vij ahead of launch of India's first hydrogen train

14 Jul 2026 | 8:11 PM

Chandigarh, July 14 (UNI) Ahead of the launch of India's first hydrogen-powered passenger train from Haryana on Friday, State Energy, Transport and Labour Minister Anil Vij on Tuesday said the country must rapidly transition to alternative sources of energy as conventional fossil fuels are gradually depleting.

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Haryana clears new Govt Nursing College for rural Mahendragarh

14 Jul 2026 | 7:59 PM

Chandigarh, Jul 14 (UNI) In a move aimed at strengthening rural healthcare infrastructure and expanding professional education for women, the Haryana government has approved the establishment of a Government Nursing College at Dongra Ahir village in Mahendragarh district.

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UP: CM Yogi appeals people to be vigilant against forces that seek to undermine national values

14 Jul 2026 | 7:52 PM

Lucknow, Jul 14 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath today appealed the public to remain vigilant against forces that seek to undermine national values.

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MP: Govt okays development proposals worth ₹10,800 crore

14 Jul 2026 | 7:33 PM

Bhopal, Jul 14 (UNI) The Madhya Pradesh BJP government on Tuesday approved various development proposals worth ₹10,800 crore to strengthen the state's infrastructure and public welfare.

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Punjab Police seize Pakistan-linked weapons cache in Amritsar, three held

14 Jul 2026 | 7:28 PM

Chandigarh, July 14 (UNI) The Amritsar Rural Police have intercepted a major cross-border weapons consignment smuggled from Pakistan, arresting three individuals, including a 17-year-old minor, officials said. The seizure, which included military-grade arms, has effectively averted a suspected terror plot aimed at disrupting the upcoming Independence Day celebrations and the festive season.

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Innovation, technology drive UP's TB elimination journey: Health official

14 Jul 2026 | 7:26 PM

Gorakhpur, July 14 (UNI) A Technical Conclave on TB Elimination in Uttar Pradesh was held at AIIMS Gorakhpur on Tuesday, bringing together the State Health Department, the State TB Office, clinicians, private sector representatives and community stakeholders to review the state's progress and chart the next phase of its TB elimination journey.

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UP: Akhilesh Yadav makes appeal to Sonam Wangchuk to end his fast

14 Jul 2026 | 7:25 PM

Lucknow, Jul 14 (UNI) Samajwadi Party President Akhilesh Yadav has appealed to renowned environmentalist Sonam Wangchuk, who is on a hunger strike with supporters of the Cockroach Janata Party, to break his fast.

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Haryana promotes 38 medical officers, ending years of stagnation in govt health cadre

14 Jul 2026 | 7:18 PM

Chandigarh, Jul 14 (UNI) In a significant administrative decision aimed at boosting the morale of government doctors and strengthening public healthcare, the Haryana government has promoted 38 Medical Officers as Senior Medical Officers (SMOs), ending a long-pending demand of the Haryana Civil Medical Services Association (HCMSA).

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Chirag Paswan to chair crucial LJP (Ram Vilas) UP state executive meeting

14 Jul 2026 | 7:05 PM

Lucknow, July 14 (UNI) With the Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections drawing closer, the Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) (LJP-R) is stepping up efforts to strengthen its organisational base in the politically crucial state.

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Himachal Congress stages statewide protests over alleged Ram Temple donation irregularities

14 Jul 2026 | 6:48 PM

Shimla, July 14 (UNI) The Himachal Pradesh Congress on Tuesday held protests across the state alleging irregularities in donations made for the construction of the Ram Temple at Ayodhya, with party leaders accusing the BJP of shielding those responsible and demanding a transparent investigation into the matter.

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PM Modi to virtually inaugurate Maharshi Chyawan Govt Medical College, Rao Tula Ram Hospital on July 17

14 Jul 2026 | 6:41 PM

Chandigarh, Jul 14 (UNI) Healthcare infrastructure in south Haryana is set for a major boost as Prime Minister Narendra Modi will virtually inaugurate the Maharshi Chyawan Government Medical College and Rao Tula Ram Hospital at Koriawas in Mahendragarh district on July 17 from a state-level function to be held at Eklavya Stadium in Jind.

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Haryana clears Rs 2,534-Crore water infras push, 712 projects to tackle drinking water, sewerage and urban flooding

14 Jul 2026 | 6:36 PM

Chandigarh, Jul 14 (UNI) In one of Haryana's biggest investments in public utilities, the state government has approved 712 new drinking water, sewerage and stormwater drainage projects worth Rs 2,534.39 crore, promising to strengthen basic civic infrastructure across both urban and rural areas amid growing pressure from rapid urbanisation, recurring water shortages and monsoon-related flooding.

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