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Haryana Aims to Generate Green Job Opportunities in the Aravalli Region

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1 year ago

February 6, 2025

Haryana’s Minister for Environment, Forest and Wildlife, Rao Narbir Singh, recently expressed pride in the Aravalli Mountain range, recognized as the oldest mountain range in the region. Stretching across 1.15 million hectares, it encompasses areas of Delhi, Rajasthan, Gujarat, and Haryana.

To improve the ecological stability of the area, the initiative introduced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi—Mission LIFE (Lifestyle for Environment)—coupled with the Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam program, represents a significant advancement.

“In alignment with these initiatives, Haryana has devised a plan for the Aravalli Green Wall Project, inspired by similar initiatives in Saudi Arabia aimed at enhancing the greenery of the region. The project will be officially inaugurated by Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Bhupender Yadav, on February 6, 2025,” Singh announced.

Rao Narbir Singh noted that, despite being a desert nation, Saudi Arabia has successfully increased its greenery through the establishment of green belts. Drawing inspiration from this success, the Government of India has tasked Haryana with spearheading the Aravalli Green Wall Project.

Singh shared that he visited Saudi Arabia to study the Green Wall Project and plans to embark on a four-day study tour on February 7, focusing on the Gorewada Wildlife Safari in Nagpur, Maharashtra, and the Vantara Project in Jamnagar, Gujarat.

The Aravalli Green Wall Project aims to revitalize over 1.15 million hectares of land across Haryana, Rajasthan, Gujarat, and Delhi, setting a benchmark for multi-state collaboration. The project emphasizes afforestation with native species, alongside biodiversity conservation, improved soil health, and groundwater replenishment.

He said, “In addition to the Green Wall Project, we are also advancing plans for the Jungle Safari Project to foster eco-tourism in the Aravalli range. Recently, Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini delegated the implementation of the Jungle Safari Project to the Forest and Wildlife Department rather than the Tourism Department. Consequently, he will visit Maharashtra and Gujarat with department officials to learn from the project’s model.”

Singh mentioned that this initiative would generate green employment opportunities for the local communities in the Aravalli region while promoting biodiversity preservation and sustainable resource management. Furthermore, Van Mitras have been appointed in the state to raise awareness about this noble environmental cause among the youth and to enhance their livelihoods. These Van Mitras play a pivotal role in connecting local communities with their forest ecosystems.

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Man Allegedly Kills Wife, Children, Teen Girl and Her Family

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6 days ago

July 11, 2026

Namma Kudla

Hyderabad: A 35-year-old man, identified as Rajkumar, allegedly killed his wife, two young sons, a 17-year-old girl who had accused him of sexual harassment, and the girl’s mother and grandmother in Telangana’s Ranga Reddy district.

Police said Rajkumar first killed his wife, Parvathi Saritha (30), and their two sons at their home in Shabad on Friday night. He then allegedly kidnapped the teenage girl, murdered her, and later killed her mother and grandmother.

The accused had been arrested in May under the POCSO Act for allegedly stalking and sexually harassing the girl. He was granted anticipatory bail about a week before the murders.

After the crime, Rajkumar reportedly called his father and confessed before switching off his phone. He is currently absconding, and police have launched a manhunt. The investigation is underway.

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Wedding celebration Dispute for Served Chicken promising Mutton

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6 days ago

July 11, 2026

Namma Kudla

Bihar: A wedding celebration in Bihar turned violent after a dispute over the food served at the reception. Around 12 people were injured in the clash.

The incident took place in Simri Bakhtiyarpur town of Saharsa district on Thursday.

According to officials, the nikah of Mohammad Abdullah alias Chand, son of Mohammad Anwar, was held with the daughter of Mohammad Javed alias Moto at around 3 pm. The wedding ceremony was completed peacefully.

The trouble began during the wedding feast. Members of the groom’s family claimed they had been promised mutton for the meal. However, they were served chicken instead.

The groom’s side objected to the change in the menu. This led to a heated argument between the two families. The argument soon turned into a physical fight.

Several people from both sides were involved in the clash. Some guests were allegedly beaten with sticks. Videos shared on social media also showed people waving swords during the violence.

Around 12 people suffered injuries in the incident. They were admitted to the Sub-Divisional Hospital in Simri Bakhtiyarpur for treatment.

Police reached the venue and brought the situation under control. A case has been registered, and an investigation is underway.

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Daughter Held for Mother’s Murder; Father’s Death Also Under Scanner?

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6 days ago

July 11, 2026

Namma Kudla

Jaipur: A 23-year-old woman, Ayushi Sharma, who was arrested for allegedly plotting her mother’s murder to obtain a government job, is now facing fresh allegations linked to her father’s death.

Ayushi’s uncle has claimed that the death of her father, Vijay Sharma, may not have been natural. He has demanded a police investigation into the case. Police have started looking into the allegation.

According to the police, Ayushi planned the murder of her mother, Neeraj Sharma, with the help of her uncle Mohan Swaroop and her relative Balram alias Ravi. The motive was to gain control of family property and secure her mother’s government job.

Police said the accused paid Rs.7 lakh to contract killers to carry out the murder. The attackers allegedly rammed an SUV into Neeraj Sharma and tried to make it look like a road accident.

Neeraj Sharma, 45, was working as a Lower Division Clerk (LDC) in a court. On July 3, she was returning home after dropping her son at tuition when a speeding Scorpio SUV allegedly hit her near Pratap Nagar. She was thrown nearly 100 feet and died on the spot. The accused fled after the incident.

During the investigation, police examined CCTV footage from the area. They found that the incident was not an accident but a planned murder. The investigation later exposed the conspiracy.

Police have arrested seven people, including Ayushi Sharma, in connection with the case. One accused is still absconding, and efforts are underway to arrest him.

Police said Neeraj Sharma had received the government job on compassionate grounds after the death of her husband about a year ago. Investigators believe Ayushi wanted the job for herself. Police also said there had been a property dispute between the mother and daughter for the past two to three years.

During questioning, Ayushi allegedly told police that she wanted her late father’s government job. However, after his death, the job was given to her mother. She reportedly admitted that this disappointment, along with the property dispute, became the reason for planning the murder.