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{2005 case} Kharar court issues production warrant against Hawara

The warrant was issued by the court of the additional district and sessions judge, Kharar, during a hearing on Saturday after officials from Mandoli Jail in Delhi failed to present Hawara via video conferencing.

Hawara is currently lodged in a Delhi prison. (HT File)

Chandigarh

Updated on May 04, 2025 09:37 PM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Mohali

Family refuses to conduct last rites of murder victim, allege police inaction

The protest, a sit-in demonstration outside the government hospital mortuary, has continued for days as the family demands immediate arrests.

The family has vowed not to claim the body of the victim, Bharat Ratan (28) of Situ Guno, a rural town located 15km away from Abohar under Balluana assembly constituency, until every culprit is apprehended. (HT File)

Chandigarh

Published on May 04, 2025 09:32 PM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Ferozepur

ASI held for smuggling heroin into Bathinda jail

The accused is from the reserve battalion, and he was posted in the central prison in Bathinda. He was arrested while he was attempting to smuggle contraband into the jail premises.

Officials seized contraband that Gurpreet had hidden in his uniform. (HT File)

Chandigarh

Published on May 04, 2025 09:30 PM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Bathinda

7 illegal Bangladeshi immigrants who worked in Delhi, Mumbai nabbed in Bengal

Around 100 Bangladesh citizens have been arrested in various districts of West Bengal since December last year

The Border Security Force and other agencies have intensified vigil along the border since 2024 in view of the political unrest in Bangladesh. (Representational image)

Kolkata

Updated on May 04, 2025 09:30 PM IST

ByHT Correspondent

Women’s ODI tri-series: Richa knock in vain as SL beat India

Nilakshika Silva top-scored with 56 off 33 balls as hosts win by three wickets with five balls to spare in Colombo

India’s wicketkeeper-batter Richa Ghosh top-scoring with an aggressive 58 off 48 deliveries against Sri Lanka. (hT)

Cricket

Updated on May 04, 2025 09:10 PM IST

ByHT Correspondent

HT City Delhi Junction: Catch It Live on 5 May 2025

Monday, May 5 promises to offer loads if you wish to explore the culture of Delhi-NCR. Before you plan your day, must check out HT City Delhi Junction!

Catch It Live on Monday, 5 May 2025.(Photo: Henna Rakheja/HT)

HTCity Delhi Junction

Published on May 04, 2025 08:30 PM IST

ByHT Correspondent

Training aircraft crashes into wall in Aligarh

The aircraft which was damaged belonged to Pioneer Flying Academy, and the solo trainee, Pranav Jain, is safe, officials said.

The damaged training aircraft at Dhanipur airstrip in Aligarh on Sunday. (Sourced)

Lucknow

Published on May 04, 2025 08:06 PM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Agra

AMUTA to take up land row in next executive committee meeting

Discontent within AMU is on the rise over the land row after the Aligarh Municipal Corporation re-established possession of a four-hectare land which was being used by AMU for horse riding for 80 years.

Aligarh Municipal Corporation taking possession of land in Aligarh on April 30. (HT photo)

Lucknow

Published on May 04, 2025 07:58 PM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Agra

Gorakhpur: Dad shoots son dead for opposing his alcohol habit, daughter-in-law critical

The accused, Hari Yadav, 62, returned home intoxicated around 9:30 PM and began abusing family members, police said. When his elder son Anup Yadav, 38, confronted him and urged him to stop drinking, the argument quickly escalated. In the ensuing chaos, Hari reportedly opened fire using his licensed weapon.

Anup suffered a gunshot wound to the chest and was rushed to the local community health centre, where doctors declared him brought dead. (Sourced)

Lucknow

Published on May 04, 2025 07:32 PM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Gorakhpur

10 yrs later, justice delivered: 3 get life term in Budaun murder case

After years of trial, the court found Avnesh, Dharmendra, and Thakur guilty of murder. Rafat Singh, the fourth accused, died during the trial, and proceedings against him were closed, the additional district government counsel informed.

The verdict was delivered by Additional Sessions Judge Farah Matloob, bringing closure to a case that had remained under trial since 2015. (Sourced)

Lucknow

Published on May 04, 2025 07:27 PM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Meerut

₹2.5 cr cleared for new ERP to digitise land deals in Lko

According to LDA vice-chairman Prathamesh Kumar, the existing ERP system is outdated, lacks technical support, and fails to meet current digital demands. The new ERP will support high website traffic, offer quicker response times, and provide seamless access to land ownership and acquisition details.

New online system to ease property records, citizen access, and compensation process (Sourced)

Lucknow

Published on May 04, 2025 07:22 PM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Lucknow

Dil Se: Messages of HT City readers, for some loved ones

Read and send wishes for your special someone or indulge in regular chit-chat with friends, through HT City's Dil Se column.

Send your messages to meandmycity1@gmail.com

HTCity Delhi Junction

Published on May 04, 2025 06:00 PM IST

ByHT Correspondent

‘Let CHB decide’: HC disposes of petition by Janta colony residents

The petitioners argued that they had been provided with essential amenities such as electricity and water connections, as well as sewage facilities

Chandigarh

Published on May 04, 2025 08:54 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Chandigarh

Robbers’ gang targeting migrant workers busted in Mohali; four held

The accused have been identified as Satinder Singh, a resident of Mohali, and Rohit Kumar, alias Jaman, Moti and Akshay, all three hailing from Karnal, Haryana

The accused in custody of Dera Bassi police in Mohali. (HT)

Chandigarh

Published on May 04, 2025 08:50 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Chandigarh

Man posing as railway official dupes Mohali resident of ₹69k with govt job promise, held

Investigations revealed that the accused used to target unemployed youth in Mohali and Chandigarh and dupe them by offering government jobs in exchange of ₹50,000

During investigation, the necessary certificate for employment, signed by the accused himself by impersonating as the district magistrate deputy commissioner, was recovered from his possession. (iStock)

Chandigarh

Published on May 04, 2025 08:48 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Mohali

Couple held for duping carpenter of ₹4.5 lakh on pretext of job in Canada

The complainant further alleged that after receiving the money, the couple kept delaying his travel plans, claiming that his visa would arrive within 10 days

The accused allegedly lured the victim, Amzad, with the promise of sending him to Canada to work at a relative’s farmhouse at a cost of <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>4.5 lakh. (iStock)

Chandigarh

Published on May 04, 2025 08:46 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Panchkula

Panchkula resident loses ₹9 lakh to Telegram-based task fraud

The complainant, Amarjit Singh, stated that he received a message on Telegram on April 16; the sender, claiming to be Nisha, offered him awork-from-homejob involving several online tasks

Trusting the process, the victim deposited <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>4,18,336, but was still unable to withdraw his funds. (Getty Images/iStockphoto)

Chandigarh

Published on May 04, 2025 08:44 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Panchkula

Man held, son detained over desecration of idol at temple

44-year-old man was arrested and his minor son detained after the latter allegedly desecrated idol at temple in Pune district, police said on Saturday

Pune

Published on May 04, 2025 08:40 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent

Motorcyclist killed in multi-vehicle collision near Navale Bridge

Motorcyclist lost his life in accident near Navale Bridge on Saturday when speeding truck collided with his bike, along with three other vehicles

Pune

Published on May 04, 2025 08:38 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent

HC clears decks for removal of illegal temple, gurdwara in Kharar

HC found that both religious structures had been erected in a residential colony without any sanctioned site plan, layout plan or other requisite approvals

HC granted the respondent-managing committees and a residents’ welfare society six weeks to remove the idols, holy scriptures and religious books, and to dismantle the illegal constructions themselves. (Getty Images/iStockphoto)

Chandigarh

Published on May 04, 2025 08:36 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Chandigarh

Chandigarh doctor, wife lose ₹1.4 crore to elaborate investment scam

The complainant alleged that a highly trained group of scammers posed as officials of JM Financial Services, and lured him and his wife into investing in fake Portfolio Management Services accounts through counterfeit websites

According to the FIR, the doctor and his wife transferred funds to at least 18 different bank accounts between August and September 2024, with transactions ranging from <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>50,000 to <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>24.5 lakh, resulting in a total loss of <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>1.4 crore. (Shutterstock)

Chandigarh

Published on May 04, 2025 08:34 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Chandigarh

Student ends life at private university in Mohali

Around 4.30 am on Saturday, the student sent a text message to his father, saying, “I am sorry, Papa.”; alarmed by his message, his parents immediately contacted the university authorities, who found the student unresponsive in his room

According to police, the student hailed from Solan, Himachal Pradesh, and was pursuing a course in forensic science. (iStock)

Chandigarh

Published on May 04, 2025 08:32 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Mohali

Chandigarh: Lawyer, 2 friends attacked in brawl over tea order near Sector-17 ISBT

Before police could arrive, the assailants fled the scene in the Santro; the victims were transported to GMSH, Sector 16, Chandigarh, for medical treatment by a patrolling police team

The attack left one of the victims with broken teeth. (HT)

Chandigarh

Published on May 04, 2025 08:30 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Chandigarh

Protest by villagers against Purandar airport project continues

While more than 25 cops were injured on Friday during clash with villagers in Purandar where tensions erupted over drone survey for proposed airport project, protests continued on Saturday

Villagers have staged project against the international airport project in the past. While more than 25 cops were injured on Friday during clash with villagers in Purandar where tensions erupted over drone survey for proposed airport project, protests continued on Saturday. (HT FILE)

Pune

Published on May 04, 2025 08:28 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent

Chandigarh: Woman crossing road in Sector 30 hit by bike, killed

According to Chandigarh Police, on Thursday, the victim, Gulsan Ahuja, a resident of Sector 30-B, was on her way to the ECHS Hospital in Sector 47 with her son Dheeraj Ahuja, when she was struck by the bike

Chandigarh

Published on May 04, 2025 08:24 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Chandigarh

Ludhiana: Unified efforts against drugs must, says Mundian

Addressing a district-level meeting of village and ward defence committees of Ludhiana in Mullanpur Dakha, Mundian said the campaign is set to become a transformative movement

Cabinet minister Hardeep Singh Mundian addressing a district-level meeting in Ludhiana on Saturday. (HT Photo)

Chandigarh

Published on May 04, 2025 08:22 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Ludhiana

Ludhiana: e-KYC of 3.6 lakh food security beneficiaries pending

According to official data, Ludhiana has the largest number of beneficiaries in the state, with around 18,09,609; of these, 3,60,526 beneficiaries or nearly 20%, are yet to be verified through e-KYC

The deadline for Aadhaar seeding was extended multiple times, with the most recent cut-off being March 31. (HT photo for representation)

Chandigarh

Published on May 04, 2025 08:20 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Ludhiana

Ludhiana: Asset management system to improve transparency

MC commissioner Aaditya Dachalwal says the online system will be managed by a centralised SAP (Systems, Applications & Products in Data Processing) application instead of keeping manual records

MC officials launching the online asset management system for improved efficiency and transparency in Ludhiana on Saturday. (HT photo)

Chandigarh

Published on May 04, 2025 08:18 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Ludhiana

Ludhiana: ₹2-lakh Jassian Road store robbery cracked, 2 arrested

Two bikes used in the crime, a sharp-edged weapon and a toy pistol have been seized from Ankit Kumar and Harjit Kumar of Sherpur Chowk, their three aides are on the run, say police

An FIR under Sections 331(6), 309 (4) and 3(5) of the BNS has been registered against the accused at the Salem Tabri police station. (HT photo for representation)

Chandigarh

Published on May 04, 2025 08:16 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Ludhiana

Ludhiana: Six firms found ‘evading’ ₹116.5-cr GST; 3 held

The firms involved include Bharat Steel Industry, Ramji Concast, AKM Alloys, KTB Alloys, Shree Salasar Balaji Steel Tubes and Shree Salasar Steel Tubes and Company, says Directorate General of GST Intelligence

During raids and investigations, the DGGI seized several incriminating documents and materials. (HT photo for representation)

Chandigarh

Published on May 04, 2025 08:14 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Ludhiana

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The warrant was issued by the court of the additional district and sessions judge, Kharar, during a hearing on Saturday after officials from Mandoli Jail in Delhi failed to present Hawara via video conferencing.

The protest, a sit-in demonstration outside the government hospital mortuary, has continued for days as the family demands immediate arrests.

The accused is from the reserve battalion, and he was posted in the central prison in Bathinda. He was arrested while he was attempting to smuggle contraband into the jail premises.

Around 100 Bangladesh citizens have been arrested in various districts of West Bengal since December last year

Nilakshika Silva top-scored with 56 off 33 balls as hosts win by three wickets with five balls to spare in Colombo

Monday, May 5 promises to offer loads if you wish to explore the culture of Delhi-NCR. Before you plan your day, must check out HT City Delhi Junction!

The aircraft which was damaged belonged to Pioneer Flying Academy, and the solo trainee, Pranav Jain, is safe, officials said.

Discontent within AMU is on the rise over the land row after the Aligarh Municipal Corporation re-established possession of a four-hectare land which was being used by AMU for horse riding for 80 years.

After years of trial, the court found Avnesh, Dharmendra, and Thakur guilty of murder. Rafat Singh, the fourth accused, died during the trial, and proceedings against him were closed, the additional district government counsel informed.

Read and send wishes for your special someone or indulge in regular chit-chat with friends, through HT City's Dil Se column.

The petitioners argued that they had been provided with essential amenities such as electricity and water connections, as well as sewage facilities

The accused have been identified as Satinder Singh, a resident of Mohali, and Rohit Kumar, alias Jaman, Moti and Akshay, all three hailing from Karnal, Haryana

Investigations revealed that the accused used to target unemployed youth in Mohali and Chandigarh and dupe them by offering government jobs in exchange of ₹50,000

The complainant further alleged that after receiving the money, the couple kept delaying his travel plans, claiming that his visa would arrive within 10 days

The complainant, Amarjit Singh, stated that he received a message on Telegram on April 16; the sender, claiming to be Nisha, offered him awork-from-homejob involving several online tasks

44-year-old man was arrested and his minor son detained after the latter allegedly desecrated idol at temple in Pune district, police said on Saturday

Motorcyclist lost his life in accident near Navale Bridge on Saturday when speeding truck collided with his bike, along with three other vehicles

HC found that both religious structures had been erected in a residential colony without any sanctioned site plan, layout plan or other requisite approvals

The complainant alleged that a highly trained group of scammers posed as officials of JM Financial Services, and lured him and his wife into investing in fake Portfolio Management Services accounts through counterfeit websites

Around 4.30 am on Saturday, the student sent a text message to his father, saying, “I am sorry, Papa.”; alarmed by his message, his parents immediately contacted the university authorities, who found the student unresponsive in his room

Before police could arrive, the assailants fled the scene in the Santro; the victims were transported to GMSH, Sector 16, Chandigarh, for medical treatment by a patrolling police team

While more than 25 cops were injured on Friday during clash with villagers in Purandar where tensions erupted over drone survey for proposed airport project, protests continued on Saturday

According to Chandigarh Police, on Thursday, the victim, Gulsan Ahuja, a resident of Sector 30-B, was on her way to the ECHS Hospital in Sector 47 with her son Dheeraj Ahuja, when she was struck by the bike

Addressing a district-level meeting of village and ward defence committees of Ludhiana in Mullanpur Dakha, Mundian said the campaign is set to become a transformative movement

According to official data, Ludhiana has the largest number of beneficiaries in the state, with around 18,09,609; of these, 3,60,526 beneficiaries or nearly 20%, are yet to be verified through e-KYC

MC commissioner Aaditya Dachalwal says the online system will be managed by a centralised SAP (Systems, Applications & Products in Data Processing) application instead of keeping manual records

Two bikes used in the crime, a sharp-edged weapon and a toy pistol have been seized from Ankit Kumar and Harjit Kumar of Sherpur Chowk, their three aides are on the run, say police

The firms involved include Bharat Steel Industry, Ramji Concast, AKM Alloys, KTB Alloys, Shree Salasar Balaji Steel Tubes and Shree Salasar Steel Tubes and Company, says Directorate General of GST Intelligence

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