Supreme Court upheld Haryana Panchayati Raj (Amendment) Act, 2015

Published on: 11-DEC-2015

The Act mandates educational qualifications and other eligibility criteria for candidates who aspire to contest
the rural local body elections.

President approved Haryana Gauvansh Sanrakshan and Gausamvardhan Bill

Published on: 13-NOV-2015

Cow slaughter in Haryana will invite rigorous imprisonment ranging from 3 to 10 years and a fine of up to 1
lakh rupees.

Haryana to commission 215 new power sub-stations in three years

Published on: 26-OCT-2015

These sub-stations will be of various capacities and are expected to reduce transmission and distribution
losses.

Haryana Government announced to open Sanskrit University at Mundri for

Scheduled Castes
Published on: 26-OCT-2015

The announcement was made during an address at Bhagwan Valmiki Prakat Diwas Samaroh, which was
celebrated as Samrasta Diwas in the state.

Haryana Government announced New Integrated Licensing Policy 2015

Published on: 24-OCT-2015

NILP 2015 enables small landowners to voluntarily monetise their land by participating in the process of
licencing, real estate development, marketing & sale of their transferable development rights.

Swadhar Greh scheme approved by Haryana Government for women in

distress
Published on: 19-OCT-2015

The scheme will work upon providing basic amenities, such as shelter, food, clothing and health along with
economic and social security to women in distress.

Haryana Government increased the pension given to World War Soldiers

Published on: 24-SEP-2015

The pension has been increased from 3000 rupees per month to 4500 rupees per month and will be given to
the war-widows and ex-servicemen of World Wars.

Haryana Government to develop Gurgaon as Smart City

Published on: 23-SEP-2015

Haryana government will arrange 500 crore rupees of its own for Gurgaon to make it a smart city.

Haryana banned manufacture, storage, sale of gutka, pan masala in the state
Published on: 09-SEP-2015

The Food and Drugs Administration has issued notification in this regard. The notice prohibits the sale and
purchase of tobacco products for one year starting from 3 September 2015.

Haryana Assembly passed Panchayati Raj (Amendment) Bill, 2015

Published on: 08-SEP-2015

With this, Haryana became the second state after Rajasthan to fix educational and other qualifications for the
candidates contesting Panchayat elections.

Haryana Government inaugurated Sakhi, one stop center for women in

distress
Published on: 01-SEP-2015

A day before Rakshabandhan, the state government opened women police stations in all the 21 districts with
an aim to provide security to women of the state.

Haryanas CM Manohar Lal launched Thari Pension Thare Pass scheme

Published on: 06-AUG-2015

In the first phase of the scheme, over ten lakh beneficiaries living in 1744 villages and 81 towns of the state
would get pensions through banks and post offices.

Haryana Government to honour victims of Emergency 1975 with Tamra Patra

Published on: 04-AUG-2015

Those who struggled for restoration of democratic values during the Emergency will be given Tamra Patra on
the Independence Day function, that is, 15 August 2015.

Mhara Gaon- Jagmag Gaon Scheme launched in Haryana

Published on: 02-JUL-2015

With this, Haryana became the first state in the country to launch such an innovative voluntary scheme.

Haryana Government included Deaflympics in its sports policy

Published on: 09-MAY-2015

Deaflympics, previously known as World Games for the Deaf and International Games for the Deaf, is an
event sanctioned by International Olympic Committee (IOC).

Haryana Government notified 163 services under Right to Service Act, 2014
Published on: 05-MAY-2015

Haryana Right to Service Act, 2014 was notified on 26 March 2014 by Bhupinder Singh Hooda led government
of Haryana.

Work on Saraswati Revival Project launched in Haryana

Published on: 22-APR-2015

In the first phase, the excavation work for the Saraswati River would be done in eight villages from Rola Heri
to Sandhai of Haryana.

Haryana School Education Department ordered 10% reservations to EWS in

private unaided schools
Published on: 02-APR-2015

The 10% reservation is meant for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) and Below Poverty Line (BPL) category
students from Classes I to XII in private unaided schools.

Haryana Budget 2015-16: Highlights

Published on: 19-MAR-2015

For the sake of environment and soil health, the VAT on bio-fertilisers as bio-feritilser was removed and the
rate of VAT on LED lights, pipe fittings and pre-fabricated steel structures was reduced to 5 percent from
12.15 percent.

Haryana Government decided to issue UIDAI-like numbers for cows

Published on: 19-MAR-2015

The scheme will establish identity of cows, their security and provide them benefits of health schemes.

Haryana Assembly passed Gauvansh Sanrakshan and Gausamvardhan Bill,

2015
Published on: 17-MAR-2015

It prohibits the slaughter of cow and its progeny and imposes punishment of up to 10 years with a fine
ranging from 30000 rupees to one lakh rupees for any violation.

Aapki Beti Humari Beti scheme launched in Haryana

Published on: 09-MAR-2015

The scheme for girl child, Aapki Beti Humari Beti was launched with an aim to combat the problem of
declining child sex ratio in the state.

Haryana Government raised cash reward under Inter-Caste Marriage Scheme

Published on: 28-FEB-2015

The reward was constituted under rule 16 of the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes prevention of
Atrocities Act and the reward amount would be provided through bank accounts opened under the Pradhan
Mantri Jan Dhan Yojna (PMJDY).

Haryana Government launched e-registration of properties in all tehsils of the

State
Published on: 04-FEB-2015

The e-stamping of property registration in the state will begin from 15 March 2015. The system will be
implemented in all the tehsils by June 2015.

Baba Ramdev appointed as state brand ambassador of Haryana Government

Published on: 16-JAN-2015

Baba Ramdev appointed as brand ambassador of Haryana Government.

Haryana Government appointed Yash Pal Singhal as Haryana DGP

Published on: 09-JAN-2015

He took over the post with immediate effects. He succeeded S N Vashisht who has been posted as Director
General of State Vigilance Bureau.

Haryana government reduced retirement age of government employees from

60 to 58
Manohar Lal Khattar-led BJP government in Haryana decided to reverse the retirement age of state
employees by two years.

Manohar Lal Khattar sworn in as Chief Minister of Haryana

Published on: 27-OCT-2014

Manohar Lal Khattar was sworn-in as the Chief Minister of Haryana. His oath of the office and secrecy was
administered by Haryana Governor.

BJP won the Assembly Elections of Haryana; secured majority for the first time
Published on: 20-OCT-2014

BJP won the state assembly elections of Haryana and secured 47 seats to emerge as the largest party with
clear majority.

Supreme Court ordered status quo on the management of Haryana

gurudwaras
Published on: 08-AUG-2014

The Supreme Court on 7 August 2014 directed the Haryana government to maintain status quo on the control
of 50-odd gurudwaras in the state.

Haryana Governor gave assent to Sikh Gurudwara Prabandhak Committee Bill

2014
Published on: 15-JUL-2014

Haryana Governor Jagannath Pahadia gave his assent to Haryana Sikh Gurudwaras (Management) Bill, 2014.
This assent has converted the Bill into an Act.

Supreme Court directed Haryana Government to stop illegal mining in Aravali

Hills
Published on: 05-JUL-2014

SC ordered Haryana Government to stop illegal mining in Aravali Hills within two weeks or face contempt of
court charges.

Gurgaon has the highest first time voters in Haryana

Published on: 13-MAR-2014

The maximum number of voters in Haryana who will cast their vote first time in the upcoming Lok Sabha
elections fall in Gurgaon Lok Sabha constituency.

Haryana Launched its First Food Bank at Gurgaon with Support from Cargill
Published on: 14-NOV-2013

Haryana, on 11 November 2013, launched its first food bank in order to give assistance to the different
feeding programmes in Gurgaon.

Haryana Government to Conduct Survey of Manual Scavengers

Published on: 28-AUG-2013

The Haryana Government on 27 August 2013 decided to conduct a survey of Manual Scavengers in 76 towns
of the State.

Haryana Government notified Affordable Housing Policy,2013

Published on: 21-AUG-2013

Haryana Governments Department of Town and Country Planning on 20 August 2012 notified an affordable
housing policy, 2013

Rail and Road Projects Worth 1500 Crore Rupees Launched in Haryana
Published on: 29-JUL-2013

Two rail as well as road projects which are worth 1500 crore Rupees were launched on 28 July 2013 in
Haryana.

Haryana Government rolled out New Communication Infra policy

Published on: 12-JUN-2013

The Haryana government has notified a new Communication and Connectivity which is intended at
encouraging use of latest technology advancements.

Census 2011:Gurgaon has Lowest Sex ratio in Haryana

Published on: 22-MAY-2013

According to data released by Census 2011, lowest sex ratio in Haryana was observed in Gurgaon district at
854

Planning Commission finalized Haryana Annual Plan 2013-14

Published on: 07-MAY-2013

A plan size of 27072 crore rupees was finalized by the planning commission of India for Haryana for financial
year 2013-14.

Haryana Government issued Shiksha Setu Cards to Students

Published on: 06-MAY-2013

Shiksha Setu Cards were issued to the students of Government school students by Haryana Government to
keep a track on performance of the students.

Haryana hiked DA Rate from Existing 72 Percent to 80 Percent

Published on: 03-MAY-2013

Haryana announced an increase in rate of dearness allowance (DA) to its employees from 72 percent at
present to 80 percent.

Haryana Government Raised cooking cost of Mid Day Meal Scheme

Published on: 29-APR-2013

Haryana government raised the cooking cost given under Mid Day Meal Scheme to all primary and upper
primary schools in Haryana by 7.5 per cent.

State Budget of Haryana 2013-14 : Sector wise Allocations

Published on: 02-MAR-2013

Finance Minister of Haryana Harmohindar Singh Chatha on 1 March 2013 presented his second budget as the
Finance Minister of the State.
Allocation to different sectors at a Glance..

State Budget of Haryana 2013-14: New Initiatives

Published on: 02-MAR-2013

Finance Minister of Haryana Harmohindar Singh Chatha on 1 March 2013 presented the Budget of State.

State Budget of Haryana 2013-14 : Highlights

Published on: 02-MAR-2013

Finance Minister of Haryana on 1 March 2013 presented his second budget as the Finance Minister of the
State...

Government of Haryana abolished VAT on Wheat

Published on: 14-FEB-2013

The State Government of Haryana exempted VAT from wheat that is distributed under the PDS to the
Beneficiaries of Antyodaya Anna Yojana.

Haryana CM Bhupinder Singh Hooda Launched DBT Scheme in Two Districts

Published on: 02-FEB-2013

Haryana CM Bhupinder Singh Hooda on 1 February 2013 launched the Direct Benefits Transfer scheme in
Sonepat and Ambala districts.

Om Prakash Chautala and his Son held guilty in Teachers Recruitment Scam
Published on: 17-JAN-2013

Om Prakash Chautala and 53 others were convicted for illegal selection of 3000 junior basic trained teachers
by the Special CBI Court.

Haryana Government announced Kanyadan Scheme for Bride participants of

Mass Marriages
Published on: 04-JAN-2013

Haryana Government announced its plan to launch Kanyadan Scheme in the state. The Scheme would be
valid for brides participating in Mass Marriages.

Haryana to buy 2000 MW Hydel Power from Bhutan

Published on: 09-DEC-2012

India Current Affairs 2012. The Government of Haryana approached Bhutan to provide hydel-power to
resolve the power crisis in the state....

Members of Haryana Khap Panchayat Met and Discussed Rising Crime Against
Women
Published on: 15-OCT-2012

India Current Affairs 2012. Khap Mahapanchayat was held in Haryana on 13 October 2012 focussing on the
issues and crimes against women

Bhupinder Singh Hooda green signaled the trial run of Rapid Metro in Gurgaon
Published on: 03-OCT-2012

India Current Affairs September 2012. Chief Minister of Haryana, Bhupinder Singh Hooda on 2 October 2012
flagged off the first trial run of Rapid Metro in Gurgaon

Haryana Government Signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)

Published on: 25-SEP-2012

India Current Affairs 2012. Haryana government had signed a Memorandum of Understanding with four
independent power producers for setting five bio-mass power projects

Haryana Government instituted Four Awards to Felicitate Women

Published on: 19-SEP-2012

India Current Affairs September 2012. Haryana government instituted four state-level awards to felicitate
women who have done outstanding work in different fields

Haryana State Government decided to ban Food Articles containing Nicotine

and Tobacco
Published on: 13-AUG-2012

India Current Affairs 2012. The Haryana state government decided to ban food articles containing nicotine
and tobacco including Gutkha and Pan Masala from 15 August 2012

The Haryana Government developed Rural Water Policy

Published on: 29-JUN-2012

The Haryana Government decided to develop Rural Water Policy on 27 June 2012

Haryana Finance Minister presented a Deficit Budget for Fiscal Year 2012-13
Published on: 26-MAR-2012

India Current Affairs 2012. Haryana Finance Minister H S Chatha on 5 March 2012 presented a 610.46 crore
rupees deficit budget for fiscal year 2012-13

Haryana announced to raise the Minimum Wages for its Labourers

Published on: 23-FEB-2012

India Current Affairs 2012. Haryana government on 22 February 2012 announced to increase minimum wages
of skilled and unskilled labourers

Haryana suspended Scheme of Distribution of Social Benefits under Electronic

Benefit Transfer
Published on: 17-FEB-2012

India Current Affairs 2012. Haryana government suspended distribution of social benefits scheme under EBT
till the infrastructure of banks is stabilized in the rural areas

Haryana Government announced launch of Haryana Urban Health Mission

Published on: 10-FEB-2012

India Current Affairs 2012. Haryana Government on Feb 9 2012, announced that it would launch State Urban
Health Mission.

Haryana Government Introduced a Policy to Provide Security to Whistleblowers

Published on: 09-SEP-2011

India Current Affairs 2011. The Haryana government introduced a policy on 6 September 2011to provide
security to whistleblowers and RTI activists in the state

Haryana Government Passed the Ceiling on Land Holdings (Amendment) Bill,

2011
Published on: 25-AUG-2011

India Current Affairs 2011. The Haryana assembly passed the Ceiling on Land Holdings (Amendment) Bill,
2011. The bill seeks to remove the limit on land ownership by a person or entity

Haryana Government constituted Haryana State Innovation Council headed by

Urvashi Gulati
Published on: 19-AUG-2011

India Current Affairs August 2011. Haryana Government declared the constitution of Haryana State
Innovation Council headed by State Chief Secretary Urvashi Gulati for promotion of innovations

Water and Sanitation Mission Constituted in Haryana to Implement Water

Supply Schemes
Published on: 28-JUL-2011

India Current Affairs 2011. Water and Sanitation mission was constituted in Haryana for effective
implementation and review of water supply and sanitation schemes

Haryana Government Regularised Services of group B, C and D employees

Published on: 28-JUL-2011

India Current Affairs 2011. Haryana government announced on 27 July 2011 that it would regularize the
services of group B, C and D employees working on adhoc/ contact/ daily wages

Haryana Announced more Administrative and Financial powers to Panchayats

Published on: 13-JUL-2011

India Current Affairs 2011. Chief Minister of Haryana Bhupinder Singh Hooda on 9 July 2011 announced more
administrative and financial powers to panchayats to further strengthen Panchayati Raj Institutions

Haryana Government decided to waive 5 per cent Value Added Tax (VAT) on
Kerosene
Published on: 27-JUN-2011

India Current Affairs 2011. Haryana state government decided to waive off the 5 per cent value added tax
(VAT) on kerosene

Haryana offered 2 Sites to NPCIL for Nuclear Power Plant

Published on: 23-JUN-2011

India Current Affairs 2011. Haryana Power Generation Corporation Limited (HPGCL) offered two sites to
NPCIL for setting up a second nuclear power plant

Haryana Launched a Project to Enrol People for UID and Smart Cards
Published on: 28-MAY-2011

Indian Current Affairs 2011. Chief Minister of Haryana, Bhupinder Singh Hooda on 26 May 2011 launched a
project to enrol people for UID

Haryana CM approved Rs.1255 crore for Upgradation of Water Supply &

Sewerage Works
Published on: 05-MAY-2011

India Current Affairs 2011. Haryana Chief Minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda approved an outlay of Rs.1,255
crore for upgradation of water supply and sewerage works in the State on 4 May 2011

Budget of the State of Haryana for the year 20112012

Published on: 21-APR-2011

India Current Affairs 2011. Haryanas budget for the year 20112012 was presented by Haryanas Finance Minister Ajay
Singh Yadav on March 9, 2011....

Haryana to Have Indias First Eco Idea Factory at Dadri-Toi

Published on: 26-FEB-2011

Panasonic India planned to set up Indias first Eco Idea factory in Haryana.

Online Job Registration Introduced in Haryana

Published on: 10-JAN-2011

Haryana introduced online registration service through its website www.hrex.org