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Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini announced CBI investigation into 19-year-old teacher Manisha's death after massive public protests. Found dead in Bhiwani field August 13, she went missing August 11 after leaving school. Village protests blocked roads demanding arrests. Internet services suspended amid unrest.

The article brings anecdotes from his life, showcasing his early struggles, his passion for raginis, and his defiance of societal norms.

Haryana police arrested a five-member Bangladeshi family in Nuh, including three children, who were living without valid documents. The family was searching for work at local brick kilns and planning to return to Bangladesh after recent police actions.

Haryana faces unprecedented winter conditions with temperatures dropping below Shimla's levels. While Hisar records 8.6°C compared to Shimla's 9.2°C, the state simultaneously battles poor air quality, with four cities recording 'very poor' AQI and 13 cities in the 'poor' category.

Haryana faces a double challenge as temperatures plummet due to snowfall in mountainous regions while eight cities register dangerous pollution levels with AQI above 300. Meteorologists warn of weather changes and returning fog after November 22.

Haryana government launches significant agricultural initiative, offering Rs 3,600 per acre subsidy for wheat cultivation across eight districts. The scheme aims to promote advanced farming techniques and targets 1,041 acres of land with a total grant of Rs 37.48 lakh.

A 380-day protest by villagers in Faridabad concluded victoriously as the government approved their demand for direct access to the Faridabad-Jewar Airport Expressway. The decision affects 40 villages and marks a significant win for local community activism.

Union Minister Rao Inderjit Singh announces BJP's likely victory in South Haryana based on initial polling trends. His daughter Arti Singh Rao, contesting from Ateli constituency, receives positive feedback from booth agents. Both leaders credit party workers for their dedicated campaign efforts. 

UP CM Yogi Adityanath campaigned in Haryana, accusing Congress of dividing society and insulting Dr. BR Ambedkar. He praised BJP's development agenda, highlighted PM Modi's initiatives, and urged voters to support the party in the upcoming Assembly elections. 

National Security Adviser Ajit Doval visits Moscow for a BRICS meeting, following PM Modi's trips to Russia and Ukraine. India faces growing calls to mediate in the Ukraine conflict, with leaders like Putin and Meloni suggesting its potential role. Doval's visit may lay groundwork for future peace efforts.

BJP faces rebellion in Haryana after announcing assembly poll candidates. Leaders like Kavita Jain, Bishamber Valmiki, and Savitri Jindal protest and resign after being denied tickets. Widespread discontent within the party's Haryana unit could harm its election prospects. Multiple leaders join opposing camps or contest independently.

Renowned wrestlers Vinesh Phogat and Bajrang Punia met with Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, sparking rumors of their potential entry into politics. The meeting comes as Congress finalizes candidates for the Haryana assembly elections. Both athletes are being considered for party tickets, with Vinesh eyeing Julana or Badhra seats and Bajrang interested in Badli constituency.

As Haryana gears up for elections, the stray cattle crisis has become a major embarrassment for the BJP government. Despite increased funding and gaushalas, the problem persists, putting farmers and commuters in harm's way. Congress is seizing the opportunity to attack the government's failure, sensing a potential game-changer. 

Vinesh Phogat, India's top wrestler, announces retirement after disqualification from Paris Olympics due to being overweight. Despite her appeal being dismissed, she hints at continuing to fight for what's right, leaving her future in wrestling uncertain.

At a public awareness campaign in Faridabad, former Haryana Deputy CM Dushyant Chautala criticized both BJP and Congress. He highlighted his party's achievements for farmers, announced upcoming youth-focused initiatives, and confirmed JJP's intention to contest elections independently, as reported by The Haryana Story. 

Deepender Hooda, a Congress MP, has formally requested the creation of an Ahir Regiment in the Indian Army. He submitted an application in Parliament, emphasizing the Ahir community's long history of military service and bravery. This move follows a recent road show in Ahirwal, Rohtak.

The Enforcement Directorate has ramped up its activities against Haryana Congress leaders, including arrests and property raids, as state elections draw near. The Congress accuses the BJP of misusing central agencies for political gain, while the ruling party denies any interference. The actions target associates of former CM Bhupinder Singh Hooda.

Niti Aayog's latest Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) India Index shows Punjab and Haryana performing well, ranking 5th and 13th respectively. Uttarakhand and Kerala jointly top the list. The report indicates overall improvement in India's SDG score, with significant progress in areas like poverty elimination and economic growth.

Despite having a strong organization, BJP lost 51% of booths in Haryana during the Lok Sabha elections. The party has now graded booths and appointed coordinators to improve performance in the upcoming Assembly elections. BJP aims to convert C-grade booths to B-grade and strengthen its grassroots presence.

Looking at the uproar, the varsity for now decided to take a back step and reversed its decision to introduce Manusmriti in the Law course. Talking to the media, VC Yogesh Singh said, “The varsity held a review meeting today around 2 pm and rejected the inclusion of the suggested readings on Manusmriti in the Jurisprudence (Legal Method) paper, by the Faculty of Law, before it will be tabled in the AC meeting tomorrow.” 

Notably, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, called it a “black spot” in India’s democracy, recently during the first session of the new Lok Sabha. Interestingly, PM Modi was among the leaders who disguised themselves into a different avatar to escape the bars. Modi, who went underground, turning himself into a Sardar during the emergency, on various occasions remembered the dark era of emergency in the past too. 

The Indian government has announced June 25 as 'Samvidhaan Hatya Diwas' to commemorate the 1975 Emergency. This decision, made amidst ongoing political tensions, aims to honor those who fought against the Emergency and serve as a reminder of the importance of protecting democratic principles and the Constitution.

The Supreme Court has directed the Haryana government to remove barricades at the Shambhu border near Ambala, where farmers have been protesting since February. The court questioned the state's right to block a highway and emphasized its duty to regulate traffic instead of obstructing it completely.

As it is famously said, the choice of words carries all the weight in diplomacy, Indian diplomacy was at its best when PM Modi met Vladimir Putin on the same day when NATO celebrated its 75th anniversary in Washington DC, waiting for the new boss Mark Rutte to take over. 

A transporter from Haryana's Charkhi Dadri district committed suicide, leaving a note expressing distress over the possibility of Prime Minister Modi's party not winning 400 seats in the elections. The incident has sparked discussions about political fanaticism and mental health.

As Haryana's assembly elections approach, Congress faces a surge in ticket seekers, with 10-15 contenders per seat. The party plans to use surveys for candidate selection. While aiming to capitalize on anti-incumbency against BJP, Congress must overcome internal factions and alliance challenges to mount a strong electoral campaign.

During the event, PM Modi will also distribute certificates to more than 30,000 Self Help Groups (SHGs) as Krishi Sakhis and will present certificates to five Krishi Sakhis as a token gesture. Notably, PM-KISAN is a direct benefit transfer (DBT) initiative, launched in 2019, under which beneficiary farmers receive an annual sum of Rs 6,000 in three equal installments to supplement their financial needs.

Gopi had won Thrissur by a margin of around 75,000 votes over Communist Party of India (Marxist) candidate VS Sunilkumar. K Muraleedharan, the son of Karunakaran, finished third in the poll. Gopi claimed he went to the memorial to pay his respects to his "guru," but he asked the media not to interpret the comments politically.

Refuting all the news reports and concerns of EVM being operated with the OTP, returning officer Vandana Suryavanshi, in a press conference in Mumbai, clarified that voting machines do not require any OTP to function. She said, “It is a technically foolproof standalone device. There is no provision for wireless or wired communication with it. For EVMs, there is no need for an OTP. The results are generated by pressing a button”. Suryavanshi further accused the news of being false and unverified and said, “This is a complete lie being spread by a newspaper, which some leaders are using to create a false narrative”