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Haryana CM Unveils Rs 2.05 Lakh Crore Budget Aimed at Creating a ‘Future-Ready’ State

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1 year ago

March 17, 2025

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, who also serves as the Finance Minister, unveiled the annual state budget of ₹2.05 lakh crore for the Financial Year 2025-26 (FY 25-26) on Monday. This budget is geared towards enhancing the state’s capabilities for the future by stimulating growth across various sectors, from agriculture to emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI).

Chief Minister Saini noted that feedback from nearly 11,000 suggestions has shaped the budget, which includes the establishment of a new ‘Department of Future’ aimed at making Haryana “future-ready.”

The total budget allocation stands at ₹2,05,017.29 crore for 2025-26, marking a 13.70 percent increase from the revised estimates of 2024-25. To foster entrepreneurship, the Haryana government will support the creation of a ₹2,000 crore ‘fund of funds’ to attract private investment in startups.

The budget also proposes the creation of a Haryana AI Mission, which will receive assistance of ₹474 crore from the World Bank. This mission is set to be developed in Gurugram and Panchkula.

Additionally, ‘Mission Haryana-2047’ was introduced with the aim of achieving a $1 trillion economy, with an allocation of ₹5 crore. Official reports indicate that Haryana’s gross state domestic product (GSDP) has averaged a growth of 10.8 percent, while per capita income has seen an average rise of 9.1 percent. The Chief Minister assured that the state’s current debt levels remain within acceptable limits.

Addressing the rising issue of drug abuse, Chief Minister Saini proposed the establishment of the Substance Abuse and Narcotics Knowledge Awareness and Liberation Programme Authority, with a budget of ₹10 crore.

The budget allocates ₹5,000 crore for the ‘Lado Lakshmi Yojana,’ which provides ₹2,100 monthly assistance to women in 2025-26. Additional measures include offering interest-free loans of up to ₹1 lakh for women dairy farmers, implementing a new horticulture policy, and initiating a dedicated project for farmers in Morni Hills. The subsidy for the ‘Mera Pani Meri Virasat Yojana’ has increased from ₹7,000 to ₹8,000 per acre.

In a bid to enhance Haryana’s performance in the Olympics, the Chief Minister announced the launch of ‘Mission 2026 Olympics Medals’ with a funding allocation of ₹20 crore. Model Sanskriti Schools are set to be established every 10 kilometers to support rural students, and the French language will be introduced in state-run schools starting from Class III.

The Chief Minister also stated that a Bill will be presented this session to combat illegal migration through ‘Donkey Routes.’ Of the 217 commitments made in the election manifesto, 19 have been fulfilled, and 14 are in progress. With the approval of the current budget, the government aims to realize nearly 90 additional commitments in the upcoming fiscal year.

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Jammu University Introduces Fuel-Saving Measures

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2 days ago

May 14, 2026

Namma Kudla

National : The University of Jammu has announced several fuel-saving measures following Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s appeal for fuel conservation. Vice-Chancellor Prof Umesh Rai said the university has decided to conduct all PhD viva voce examinations online to reduce travel and save fuel.

The university will also prefer virtual speakers for national and international conferences. In another step, the Academic Council meeting planned in Poonch has been shifted to the Jammu University campus to avoid unnecessary travel.

Prof Rai said the measures will help save fuel, time and resources. He also encouraged university staff to use bicycles and carpool while travelling to the campus.

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One Year On: Pahalgam Attack Still Haunts the Nation

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4 weeks ago

April 21, 2026

Namma Kudla

National: One year after the deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, the nation remembers the 26 people who lost their lives. The attack took place on April 22 at Baisaran, a popular tourist spot.

At first, reports said only five people were injured. Later, it became clear that it was one of the worst terror attacks in the region in decades. Terrorists came out of the forest and opened fire on tourists.

Survivors said the attackers separated men from women and children. They then shot the men at close range. Many victims were reportedly targeted after being asked about their religion.

A heartbreaking image of Himanshi Narwal sitting beside her husband’s body became a symbol of the tragedy. Her husband, a naval officer, was among those killed.

The group The Resistance front, linked to Lashkar-e-Taiba, claimed responsibility. The case was investigated by the National Investigation Agency.

After months of tracking, security forces launched Operation Mahadev. On July 28, 2025, all three terrorists were killed after a long search operation.

The attack remains a painful memory and a reminder of the need for strong security.

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Social Media Influencer-Turned Gangster Held Abroad

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1 month ago

April 9, 2026

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New Delhi: Rao Inderjeet Yadav has been arrested in Dubai. He is wanted in a murder case from Haryana.

He fled India in 2024 after a businessman was killed in Rohtak. Police had been searching for him since then. Officials said Dubai authorities have asked for documents. He is likely to be brought back to India soon.

Yadav faces more than 15 criminal cases. These include extortion, fraud, and illegal land deals. The Enforcement Directorate also investigated him for money laundering. Raids led to the seizure of cash, cars, and documents.

He also ran a music company called Gems Tunes. It produced regional songs.

Yadav had a large social media following. He often showed his rich lifestyle online. He has denied all charges. He claims he is being framed.

Police are now preparing for further action.