News for 'Manohar Lal Khattar'

Ryan murder: State okays CBI probe; takes over school management

Ryan murder: State okays CBI probe; takes over school management

Rediff.com16 Sep 2017

CM Manohar Lal Khattar made the announcement after meeting the family members of Pradyuman.

Over 60% voter-turnout recorded in Haryana polls

Over 60% voter-turnout recorded in Haryana polls

Rediff.com5 Oct 2024

The voter turnout recorded in the 2019 assembly polls was around 68 per cent.

Haryana CM seeks more central forces to curb violence

Haryana CM seeks more central forces to curb violence

Rediff.com2 Aug 2023

Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar on Wednesday sought four additional companies of central forces following communal clashes in the state and said a battalion of the India Reserve Battalion will also be deployed in Nuh.

2 home guards shot dead in clashes during VHP yatra in Haryana's Nuh

2 home guards shot dead in clashes during VHP yatra in Haryana's Nuh

Rediff.com31 Jul 2023

Two home guards were killed and at least 15 others, including several policemen, were injured on Monday as a mob in Haryana's Nuh district tried to stop a Vishwa Hindu Parishad procession, pelting stones and setting cars on fire, officials said.

Satisfied with our work, says defiant Haryana CM after Dera violence

Satisfied with our work, says defiant Haryana CM after Dera violence

Rediff.com30 Aug 2017

There will not be any change in leadership, said Khattar after submitting a report to Shah on the violence in Haryana.

Nuh: Cow vigilante Monu Manesar held, handed over to Raj police

Nuh: Cow vigilante Monu Manesar held, handed over to Raj police

Rediff.com12 Sep 2023

Cow vigilante Monu Manesar, who was booked by Rajasthan Police for the murder of two Muslim men in February and is also accused of inciting communal hatred in home state Haryana, was arrested Tuesday, officials said.

Kabaddi player accuses family of pressurising her into marriage

Kabaddi player accuses family of pressurising her into marriage

Rediff.com14 Feb 2018

Preeti, originally a resident of Mahavati village of Panipat is currently residing in Rohtak to pursue her Bachelor of Arts (BA) from VaishCollege in Rohtak, while her family has been living in Karnal since four years.

'BJP wants to send message it can disrupt namaaz'

'BJP wants to send message it can disrupt namaaz'

Rediff.com8 May 2018

'Muslims have been observing namaaz for so many years.' 'The BJP wants to divide Hindus and Muslims for political gains.' 'This is happening in Haryana even though Muslims are only present in one district of Haryana.'

33 first-timers among Modi's council of ministers

33 first-timers among Modi's council of ministers

Rediff.com9 Jun 2024

Those joining Prime Minister Narendra Modi's council of ministers for the first time include three former chief ministers -- Shivraj Singh Chouhan (Madhya Pradesh), Manohar Lal Khattar (Haryana) and H D Kumaraswamy (Karnataka).

SEE: Neeraj Chopra's mother reacts to her son's silver medal

SEE: Neeraj Chopra's mother reacts to her son's silver medal

Rediff.com24 Jul 2022

Celebrations break out in Neeraj Chopra's village

Godman's bhakts won't let him be arrested despite Haryana CM's appeals

Godman's bhakts won't let him be arrested despite Haryana CM's appeals

Rediff.com15 Nov 2014

Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar on Saturday appealed to self-styled godman Sant Rampal to present himself before the court in a "peaceful manner", saying one must give utmost priority to uphold the dignity of the judicial system.

BJP's Suraj Pal Amu, who offered bounty for Deepika's head, resigns

BJP's Suraj Pal Amu, who offered bounty for Deepika's head, resigns

Rediff.com29 Nov 2017

In his resignation letter which he forwarded to state BJP chief Subhash Barala over WhatsApp, Amu stated that he was upset over Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar allegedly skipping a meeting with representatives of the Karni Sena on Tuesday.

Ryan murder: Conductor's family to sue SIT officers for 'framing' him

Ryan murder: Conductor's family to sue SIT officers for 'framing' him

Rediff.com10 Nov 2017

"SIT officers used torture and even drugged him to confess before the media that he had committed the crime," said Ashok's father.

Haryana assembly passes anti-conversion bill amid Congress walkout

Haryana assembly passes anti-conversion bill amid Congress walkout

Rediff.com22 Mar 2022

Similar bills in the recent past have been passed in the Bharatiya Janata Party-ruled states.

Jats bring quota protest to Delhi... and issue a warning

Jats bring quota protest to Delhi... and issue a warning

Rediff.com2 Mar 2017

Roads leading to the protest hub were packed with Jat agitators from Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Uttarakhand, Delhi and Punjab, giving a tough time to motorists and commuters.

Ready to support Cong to bring down BJP govt in Haryana: JJP

Ready to support Cong to bring down BJP govt in Haryana: JJP

Rediff.com8 May 2024

The Congress sought the imposition of President's Rule followed by fresh polls in Haryana.

Haryana RS polls: Independent MLA critical of BJP abstains

Haryana RS polls: Independent MLA critical of BJP abstains

Rediff.com10 Jun 2022

Independent MLA Balraj Kundu, who has been vocal against the BJP-led government on several issues, remained firm in his decision to abstain from voting.

Will go solo in Haryana elections, to join INDIA for LS polls: Kejriwal

Will go solo in Haryana elections, to join INDIA for LS polls: Kejriwal

Rediff.com28 Jan 2024

The AAP will contest all the 90 assembly seats in Haryana on its own, but the Lok Sabha polls will be fought as part of the INDIA bloc, Kejriwal said.

Ex-MLA among 12 booked for Haryana leader's murder, govt assures CBI probe

Ex-MLA among 12 booked for Haryana leader's murder, govt assures CBI probe

Rediff.com26 Feb 2024

Haryana Home Minister Anil Vij Monday said the probe into the killing of Indian National Lok Dal (INLD)'s state unit chief Nafe Singh Rathee will be handed over to the Central Bureau of Investigation even as 12 people including a former MLA were booked in connection with the murder.

Haryana farmers heading towards Punjab tear-gassed, clash with cops

Haryana farmers heading towards Punjab tear-gassed, clash with cops

Rediff.com23 Feb 2024

Police on Friday used tear gas to disperse Haryana farmers heading towards Khanauri on Punjab's border with the state where farmers, mostly from Punjab, have been camping since last week after their 'Delhi Chalo' march was halted by security forces.

Advani, Modi, Yogi, Amarinder pay tribute to Kalyan Singh

Advani, Modi, Yogi, Amarinder pay tribute to Kalyan Singh

Rediff.com22 Aug 2021

'The values for which he stood for are still a benchmark. He was a prominent leader of the Ram temple movement and did not hesitate to quit office, so that a grand temple for Lord Ram may be built in Ayodhya.'

Olympic medallist Sakshi steers clear of 'allowing Pak players' controversy

Olympic medallist Sakshi steers clear of 'allowing Pak players' controversy

Rediff.com7 Oct 2016

Olympic bronze-medallist Sakshi Malik, on Friday, said athletes have the right to compete against fellow rivals anywhere in the world.

BJP eyes to win over 75 seats from UP in 2024 Lok Sabha polls

BJP eyes to win over 75 seats from UP in 2024 Lok Sabha polls

Rediff.com25 Mar 2022

Uttar Pradesh deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya on Friday after taking the oath of the office said that Bharatiya Janata Party is targeting to win more than 75 seats out 80 from Uttar Pradesh in 2024 Lok Sabha polls.

Dismiss BJP's 'minority' govt in Haryana: Cong to guv

Dismiss BJP's 'minority' govt in Haryana: Cong to guv

Rediff.com20 Jun 2024

"Fresh elections to the assembly should be held to enable people to elect a popular government in the state in accordance with law," the memorandum to the Haryana governor read.

Will Akbar Road be renamed as Maharana Pratap Road?

Will Akbar Road be renamed as Maharana Pratap Road?

Rediff.com17 May 2016

Minister of State for External Affairs General (Retired) VK Singh on Tuesday wrote to Union Minister of Parliamentary Affairs M Venkaiah Naidu seeking the renaming of New Delhi's Akbar Road as Maharana Pratap Road.

More than 61% turnout in sixth phase of LS polls, J-K sees 54% polling

More than 61% turnout in sixth phase of LS polls, J-K sees 54% polling

Rediff.com26 May 2024

The EC said polling percentage in the Anantnag-Rajouri seat in Jammu and Kashmir is the highest in 40 years.

About 60% polling in 6th phase of LS polls; Anantnag breaks 40-yr record

About 60% polling in 6th phase of LS polls; Anantnag breaks 40-yr record

Rediff.com25 May 2024

An approximate voter turnout of 59.06 per cent was recorded in the sixth phase of the Lok Sabha elections on Saturday in 58 constituencies across six states and two Union territories with the polling percentage in the Jangal Mahal region of West Bengal touching 78.19.

Haryana DSP probing illegal mining mowed down, 1 held after gunfight

Haryana DSP probing illegal mining mowed down, 1 held after gunfight

Rediff.com19 Jul 2022

A deputy superintendent of police investigating illegal stone-mining was killed on Tuesday when a truck he signalled to stop in Haryana's Nuh district drove into him, officials said.

How BJP hopes to gain by taking Kuldeep Bishnoi into its fold

How BJP hopes to gain by taking Kuldeep Bishnoi into its fold

Rediff.com10 Aug 2022

According to experts, Bishnoi had been sulking since the Congress ignored him for the post of its Haryana unit chief during a revamp earlier this year.

Farmers refuse to cremate dead protester till case booked

Farmers refuse to cremate dead protester till case booked

Rediff.com23 Feb 2024

Farmer leaders participating in the 'Delhi Chalo' agitation on Friday said the cremation of Shubhkaran Singh, who died amid clashes between Haryana Police and Punjab farmers, will not take place till the Punjab government registers a case against those responsible it.

Committed to construction of Satluj-Yamuna Link: Haryana CM

Committed to construction of Satluj-Yamuna Link: Haryana CM

Rediff.com17 Mar 2015

Haryana government said it is committed to construction of Satluj-Yamuna Link and has urged the Centre to seek early hearing on the matter.

'I am the Tiger'

'I am the Tiger'

Rediff.com11 Oct 2021

BJP CMs promote a lawless culture, one where groups backed by the State are encouraged to attack fellow citizens, where being trigger-happy is the official police policy, notes Jyoti Punwani.

Led by Modi-Shah, BJP to carpet-bomb TN

Led by Modi-Shah, BJP to carpet-bomb TN

Rediff.com15 Dec 2020

For the first 90 days of 2021, from January 5 onwards, one Union minister will visit one district in Tamil Nadu every week till the assembly election.

Why Hooda Is Responsible For Congress Defeat

Why Hooda Is Responsible For Congress Defeat

Rediff.com9 Oct 2024

Instead of harvesting the wrath against the BJP and using it to their advantage by opting for a collective form of leadership, the Congress decided once again to bestow their trust in the Hooda family who were given a free hand in the distribution of tickets. This turned out to be the biggest blunder and this faulty selection was the single over riding factor in the Congress defeat, explains Rashme Sehgal.

Narendra Modi Cabinet gets 21 new ministers

Narendra Modi Cabinet gets 21 new ministers

Rediff.com9 Nov 2014

Former Goa Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar and three others were on Sunday inducted into the Union Cabinet as Prime Minister Narendra Modi expanded his Council of Ministers, bringing in 21 new ministers as Shiv Sena kept away from the exercise.

Phase VI: 58 LS seats, including all 7 in Delhi, to vote on Saturday

Phase VI: 58 LS seats, including all 7 in Delhi, to vote on Saturday

Rediff.com24 May 2024

Besides the national capital, polling for the sixth round of the marathon seven-phase elections will be held Saturday in 14 seats in Uttar Pradesh, all 10 seats of Haryana, eight seats each in Bihar and West Bengal, six seats in Odisha, four seats in Jharkhand and one seat in Jammu and Kashmir.

'This is not a vote against Modi'

'This is not a vote against Modi'

Rediff.com26 Oct 2019

'The voter is cautioning the BJP not to take them for granted.'

Why did BJP join hands with Dushyant Chautala

Why did BJP join hands with Dushyant Chautala

Rediff.com26 Oct 2019

The move is expected to shield the BJP from Jat anger.

Counting of votes in Haryana and Maharashtra on Thursday

Counting of votes in Haryana and Maharashtra on Thursday

Rediff.com23 Oct 2019

The exit polls have predicted the ruling BJP-Shiv Sena alliance getting elected in Maharashtra but have differed in their projection of a number of seats.

Former hockey captain Sandeep Singh, Olympic medallist Yogeshwar join BJP

Former hockey captain Sandeep Singh, Olympic medallist Yogeshwar join BJP

Rediff.com26 Sep 2019

Sandeep Singh said he will now serve the country in politics after doing so as a sportsperson.