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Jammu and Kashmir records lowest Covid cases in 8 months

Since the first week of February, when the first wave of the pandemic had hit bottom in Jammu and Kashmir and cases were occasionally running below 50, this is the lowest daily caseload in the UT after the second wave hit
The number of patients who were cured in Jammu and Kashmir was 95 with active Covid cases reaching 1,049. (Image for representational purpose)
The number of patients who were cured in Jammu and Kashmir was 95 with active Covid cases reaching 1,049. (Image for representational purpose)
Published on Oct 12, 2021 05:16 AM IST
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By HT Correspondent, Srinagar

DK Boora takes over as Jammu frontier BSF chief

DK Boora succeeds NS Jamwal, who was elevated to the rank of additional director general of BSF Western Command, Chandigarh
DK Boora has also served in the prestigious SPG which looks after the after security of the country’s prime minister. (HT Photo)
DK Boora has also served in the prestigious SPG which looks after the after security of the country’s prime minister. (HT Photo)
Updated on Oct 12, 2021 05:13 AM IST
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By HT Correspondent, Jammu

Mehbooba: Central agencies targeting Aryan due to surname Khan

Mehbooba said that central agencies are after Aryan because of his surname Khan; termed his detention a ‘travesty of justice’
Former J&K chief minister and PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti has come out in support of Aryan Khan, becoming the first mainstream leader from the region who has reacted on the issue. (Ht file photo)
Former J&K; chief minister and PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti has come out in support of Aryan Khan, becoming the first mainstream leader from the region who has reacted on the issue. (Ht file photo)
Published on Oct 12, 2021 05:10 AM IST
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By HT Correspondent, Srinagar

Organic farming attracts Himachal fruit growers

Himachal fruit growers say the switch to natural farming has also brought down their input costs, thereby increasing the profit margin
The chemical free, low cost and climate resilient SPNF technique is being promoted for agriculture and horticulture crops in Himachal Pradesh through the Prakritik Kheti Khushal Kisan Yojana. (HT file photo)
The chemical free, low cost and climate resilient SPNF technique is being promoted for agriculture and horticulture crops in Himachal Pradesh through the Prakritik Kheti Khushal Kisan Yojana. (HT file photo)
Published on Oct 12, 2021 05:05 AM IST
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By HT Correspondent, Shimla

‘Worsening’ J&K; security situation has mainstream leaders worried

Mainstream leaders have raised concern over the worsening security situation in J&K, especially in Kashmir, in the backdrop of series of civilian killings and other security related incidents
Security personnel stand guard at a checkpoint in Srinagar on Monday. Five armymen, including a JCO, have been killed in encounters in Jammu and Kashmir so far. (PTI)
Security personnel stand guard at a checkpoint in Srinagar on Monday. Five armymen, including a JCO, have been killed in encounters in Jammu and Kashmir so far. (PTI)
Published on Oct 12, 2021 05:03 AM IST
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By Mir Ehsan and Ravi Krishnan Khajuria, Srinagar/jammu

Security forces eliminate TRF militant in Jammu and Kashmir’s Bandipora

Imtiyaz Ahmad Dar was involved in the killing of taxi union chief Mohammad Shafi Lone last week, say police
A member of security forces stands guard at a checkpoint in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, on Monday. (PTI)
A member of security forces stands guard at a checkpoint in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, on Monday. (PTI)
Updated on Oct 12, 2021 04:51 AM IST
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By HT Correspondent, Srinagar

Mandi had high hopes from Jai Ram: Pratibha

The double engine government has failed at all fronts that too despite the national BJP chief being from Himachal, says Congress nominee from Mandi Pratibha Singh
Congress nominee from Mandi Pratibha Singh also flayed the central government on the farm laws and inflation. (HT file photo)
Congress nominee from Mandi Pratibha Singh also flayed the central government on the farm laws and inflation. (HT file photo)
Published on Oct 12, 2021 04:48 AM IST
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By HT Correspondent, Shimla

HP drug makers write to PM to save crisis-hit pharma industry

HP drug makers want the central government to form a ‘Pharmaceutical Raw and Packaging Material Task Force’ to protect the crisis-hit pharma industry
In a letter written to PM Narendra Modi, president of HP Drug Manufacturers Association Rajesh Gupta said the task force should comprise members of various ministries. (Image for representational purpose)
In a letter written to PM Narendra Modi, president of HP Drug Manufacturers Association Rajesh Gupta said the task force should comprise members of various ministries. (Image for representational purpose)
Published on Oct 12, 2021 04:42 AM IST
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By HT Correspondent, Shimla

HP bypolls: Jai Ram takes jibe at Navjot Sidhu

Jai Ram said that Congress’ star campaigner in Himachal, Navjot Singh Sidhu, inflicted insult on leader Rahul Gandhi and the party
Himachal chief minister Jai Ram Thakur and BJP’s Arki candidate Ratan Pal Singh during an election campaign on Monday. (HT Photo)
Himachal chief minister Jai Ram Thakur and BJP’s Arki candidate Ratan Pal Singh during an election campaign on Monday. (HT Photo)
Published on Oct 12, 2021 04:23 AM IST
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By HT Correspondent, Shimla

Bilaspur mandi supervisor booked for graft

The graft by the Bilaspur mandi supervisor is said to have caused losses to the government, but it is not clear how much loss he has caused
The Bilaspur mandi supervisor has been booked under Section 120-B (criminal conspiracy) of the Indian Penal Code and Section 7 of the Prevention of Corruption Act for the graft. (Getty Images/iStockphoto)
The Bilaspur mandi supervisor has been booked under Section 120-B (criminal conspiracy) of the Indian Penal Code and Section 7 of the Prevention of Corruption Act for the graft. (Getty Images/iStockphoto)
Published on Oct 12, 2021 02:28 AM IST
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By HT Correspondent, Ambala

Congress puts up united face ahead of Ellenabad bypolls

Former Haryana chief minister and leader of opposition Bhupinder Singh Hooda and Congress state president Kumari Selja, along with many MLAs, were present in the meeting to discuss the strategy for Ellenabad bypolls
The meeting of the Congress on Monday was crucial because only MLAs and other leaders loyal to Hooda had attended his Vipaksh Aapke Smaksh rally in Karnal on Sunday, with leaders from other factions giving the event a miss. The meeting was held to discuss the Ellenabad bypolls. (Ajay Aggarwal/HT PHOTO)
The meeting of the Congress on Monday was crucial because only MLAs and other leaders loyal to Hooda had attended his Vipaksh Aapke Smaksh rally in Karnal on Sunday, with leaders from other factions giving the event a miss. The meeting was held to discuss the Ellenabad bypolls. (Ajay Aggarwal/HT PHOTO)
Published on Oct 12, 2021 02:19 AM IST
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By Sunil Rahar, Rohtak

Haryana seeks one-third reduction in its NCR area

Chief minister to take up the matter with NCRPB today; the government has proposed the extent of Haryana sub region to be 8,281.60 square kms against the current area of 25,327 square km of NCR.
The NCR includes 14 (out of 22) Haryana districts, spread over an area of 25,327 square kilometres. (HT File)
The NCR includes 14 (out of 22) Haryana districts, spread over an area of 25,327 square kilometres. (HT File)
Updated on Oct 12, 2021 02:10 AM IST
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By Hitender Rao, Chandigarh

Monetary dispute: Acid attack on elderly man in Raikot

The victim suffered burns on his back in the acid attack and has been admitted to the Civil Hospital in Raikot; the accused and the victim had a monetary dispute
Four members of a family were involved in the acid attack in Raikot. A monetary dispute over tractors is to blame. (Representative Image/HT File)
Four members of a family were involved in the acid attack in Raikot. A monetary dispute over tractors is to blame. (Representative Image/HT File)
Published on Oct 12, 2021 02:08 AM IST
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By HT Correspondent, Ludhiana

Payment delay worries paddy farmers in Haryana

Haryana farmers say its been over a week since they sold their paddy produce to the government but they still have not received the payment for it.
The delay in payment for paddy procurement has given farmers and commission agents yet another reason to slam the Haryana government’s direct payment method. (HT File)
The delay in payment for paddy procurement has given farmers and commission agents yet another reason to slam the Haryana government’s direct payment method. (HT File)
Published on Oct 12, 2021 02:01 AM IST
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By Neeraj Mohan, Karnal

Snatchers’ gang busted with arrest of four in Ludhiana

The snatchers were active in Dugri Phase-2 Market Main Double Road, Phullanwal Chowk, Pakhowal Road, Manakwal Road and Model Town areas of Ludhiana
Twenty-one stolen mobile phones, two motorcycles and a sharp-edged weapon were recovered from the snatchers in Ludhiana. (Representative Image/HTFile)
Twenty-one stolen mobile phones, two motorcycles and a sharp-edged weapon were recovered from the snatchers in Ludhiana. (Representative Image/HTFile)
Updated on Oct 12, 2021 02:01 AM IST
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By HT Correspondent, Ludhiana

Minor girl abducted from wedding in Ludhiana

The parents said the minor girl was abducted on pretext of marriage attending a wedding; the security guard of the marriage place saw the her go with a bike-borne man
The registration number of the bike, on which the monor girl was abducted from the wedding has been traced by the Ludhiana police. (Representative Image/HT File)
The registration number of the bike, on which the monor girl was abducted from the wedding has been traced by the Ludhiana police. (Representative Image/HT File)
Updated on Oct 12, 2021 01:56 AM IST
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By HT Correspondent, Ludhiana

Ellenabad bypoll: Nominations of three candidates rejected

Among those whose nomination has been rejected is Karan Chautala, who was the covering candidate for Abhay Chautala, who had resigned from the Ellenabad seat, necessitating a bypoll.
The scrutiny of papers for the Ellenabad bypoll was held on Monday. Polls on October 30. (HT File/Representational image)
The scrutiny of papers for the Ellenabad bypoll was held on Monday. Polls on October 30. (HT File/Representational image)
Published on Oct 12, 2021 01:56 AM IST
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By HT Correspondent, Rohtak

Alleging harassment , IMA Punjab members threaten to quit health insurance scheme

The IMA Punjab members alleged health insurance firm was harassing the private medical facilities by delaying claim settlements, or through inspections and then issuing show-cause notices, or deducting/rejecting claims on “flimsy” grounds
Around 300 doctors from different parts of Punjab took part in the IMA meeting to discuss the alleged harassment at the hands of health insurance firm. (HT Photo)
Around 300 doctors from different parts of Punjab took part in the IMA meeting to discuss the alleged harassment at the hands of health insurance firm. (HT Photo)
Published on Oct 12, 2021 01:48 AM IST
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By HT Correspondent, Ludhiana

Ludhiana: Two taxi drivers held with 1.25 kg heroin

The taxi drivers were arrested by a special task force of the Ludhiana police while the accused were bringing the heroin to Ludhiana from New Delhi
The accused said they both work as taxi drivers and would purchase heroin from Delhi and supply it to their customers in Ludhiana and its nearby villages. (Representative Image/HT File)
The accused said they both work as taxi drivers and would purchase heroin from Delhi and supply it to their customers in Ludhiana and its nearby villages. (Representative Image/HT File)
Published on Oct 12, 2021 01:43 AM IST
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By HT Correspondent, Ludhiana

Bajra procurement proving to be a double-edged sword for Haryana government

Short shelf-life, low demand in terms of consumption, a cause of concern for the Haryana, which is the only state in the region procuring bajra on MSP; from this season, Haryana has opted for ‘Bhavantar Bharpayee Yojana’ for bajra procurement
Last year, Haryana government paid <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>2,150 MSP per quintal for bajra procurement. (Getty Images/iStockphoto)
Last year, Haryana government paid 2,150 MSP per quintal for bajra procurement. (Getty Images/iStockphoto)
Published on Oct 12, 2021 01:43 AM IST
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By Pawan Sharma & Neeraj Mohan, Chandigarh

Kurali road mishap claims youth’s life

A 20-year-old man being taken to hospital died in a road mishap in front of the Prabh Asra Trust in Kurali on Sunday
A case of causing death due to negligence has been registered against the unidentified driver at the Kurali police station. (Representative image)
A case of causing death due to negligence has been registered against the unidentified driver at the Kurali police station. (Representative image)
Published on Oct 12, 2021 01:41 AM IST
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Mohali police yet to arrest Youth Akali Dal leader’s killers

Youth Akali Dal leader Vicky Middukhera was shot dead by two men while he was entering his SUV after visiting a property dealer in Sector 71, Mohali, on August 7
On September 22, the Mohali police had claimed to have identified the two men who killed Youth Akali Dal leader Vicky Middukhera.
On September 22, the Mohali police had claimed to have identified the two men who killed Youth Akali Dal leader Vicky Middukhera.
Published on Oct 12, 2021 01:40 AM IST
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By HT Correspondent, Mohali

Coal crisis: No power cuts planned in Chandigarh

As most of the city’s power comes from hydroelectricity plants, the Chandigarh administration doesn’t see any major disturbance due to the pan-India coal crisis
The Centre had reduced the power allocation for Chandigarh from 300 MW to 250 MW on October 8.
The Centre had reduced the power allocation for Chandigarh from 300 MW to 250 MW on October 8.
Published on Oct 12, 2021 01:40 AM IST
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By HT Correspondent, Chandigarh

Private firms to maintain road dividers in Mohali

The Mohali mayor said the condition of triangles near traffic lights was deteriorating and there were some hurdles in their maintenance
Various roundabouts in Mohali had already been allotted for maintenance to private firms.
Various roundabouts in Mohali had already been allotted for maintenance to private firms.
Published on Oct 12, 2021 01:40 AM IST
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Mohali mayor, councillors’ allowance hike put on hold

The Punjab local bodies department has not approved the Mohali MC General House’s resolution for constituency allowance hike for mayor and councillors
The department approved all other resolutions passed by the Mohali MC, but put the agenda on allowance hike on back burner.
The department approved all other resolutions passed by the Mohali MC, but put the agenda on allowance hike on back burner.
Updated on Oct 12, 2021 01:40 AM IST
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By Hillary Victor, Mohali

School student stabs youth to death in Ambala

School student held a grudge against youth after he rebuked him for passing a lewd comment at his sister, said Ambala police
A 21-year-old youth was stabbed to death, allegedly by a school student, outside a shop in Ambala City on Monday. (Getty Images/iStockphoto)
A 21-year-old youth was stabbed to death, allegedly by a school student, outside a shop in Ambala City on Monday. (Getty Images/iStockphoto)
Updated on Oct 12, 2021 01:50 AM IST
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By Bhavey Nagpal, Ambala

After 39 lakh go missing, cash van driver commits suicide in Chandigarh

It was on his first day as a driver for a security firm that transports cash to ATMs in Chandigarh when a trunk carrying 39 lakh went missing from his van
The cash van driver committed suicide by jumping in front of a train in Chandigarh. (PTI/Representative image)
The cash van driver committed suicide by jumping in front of a train in Chandigarh. (PTI/Representative image)
Published on Oct 12, 2021 01:40 AM IST
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By HT Correspondent, Chandigarh

Chandigarh tricity: Weekly Covid cases lowest since second wave

The second wave had peaked in May, when the Chandigarh tricity area recorded 46,245 Covid cases and 790 deaths in just one month
The Chandigarh tricity area reported only 47 new Covid cases in the week ending October 10.
The Chandigarh tricity area reported only 47 new Covid cases in the week ending October 10.
Published on Oct 12, 2021 01:40 AM IST
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By Mandeep Kaur Narula, Chandigarh

Improve facilities at Mohali ESI hospital: Lawyers’ body

The ESI scheme is a social security scheme for providing medical healthcare facilities to insured persons and their families
The lawyers’ body also sought all laboratory tests, including an in-house ultrasound facility, at the ESI Hospital, Mohali. (Representative image)
The lawyers’ body also sought all laboratory tests, including an in-house ultrasound facility, at the ESI Hospital, Mohali. (Representative image)
Updated on Oct 12, 2021 01:39 AM IST
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By HT Correspondent, Mohali
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