Kurukshetra Gets Tech Shield: 100+ CCTV Cameras to Guard Sacred Lakes A comprehensive security upgrade is underway for Kurukshetra’s Brahma Sarovar and Sannihit Sarovar, two significant pilgrimage sites. Over 100 CCTV cameras, equipped with advanced facial recognition technology, will soon be installed around the lakes. This Rs 2.5 crore project aims to significantly enhance tourist […]

Kurukshetra Paddy Fields Under Siege: Virus Outbreak Triggers Farmers’ Ire Paddy farmers in Pehowa, Kurukshetra, are battling a devastating outbreak of the Southern Rice Black Streaked Dwarf Virus (SRBSD). The infection has caused widespread crop damage, with yield losses estimated at a crippling 60-70%. Farmers are demanding immediate action from the authorities. Their primary concerns […]

Poppy Powder Bust: Kurukshetra Police Net 5.44 Quintals, Four Arrested Kurukshetra police made a significant drug bust on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, arresting four individuals and seizing a substantial quantity of poppy powder. The operation, conducted on National Highway 152-D, followed a reliable tip-off. Police acted swiftly, apprehending the suspects and confiscating 5.44 quintals of […]

Haryana Universities Blaze New Trail: Apprenticeship-Embedded Degrees Take Centre Stage Kurukshetra University (KU) and Maharshi Dayanand University (MDU) have signed Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with the Board of Apprenticeship Training (Northern Region). This landmark move paves the way for the implementation of Apprenticeship Embedded Degree Programmes (AEDP). KU’s participation marks a significant first for Haryana, […]

Kurukshetra’s Daughters: A Slow but Steady Rise Kurukshetra district has witnessed a positive shift in its sex ratio at birth (SRB), reaching 919 by June 2025. This follows a dip in 2022, indicating a gradual improvement in the fight against gender inequality. The district administration has been actively combating illegal sex determination practices. Since 2021, […]

Haryana Shuffle: Key HCS Transfers Announced The Haryana government on July 28, 2025, announced a significant reshuffle within its cadre of Haryana Civil Service (HCS) officers. Four officers received new postings, reflecting a strategic realignment within the state administration. Satinder Siwatch has been appointed as Sub-Divisional Officer (SDO) in Barara. This move signifies a shift […]

Kurukshetra Varsity’s Bold Move: A Fusion of Tradition & Global Skills Kurukshetra University (KU) has embarked on a significant partnership with Vidya Bharati, a prominent organisation promoting Indian culture and education. This collaboration aims to enrich the academic landscape, fostering a unique blend of traditional knowledge and modern global skills. The initiative encompasses a multifaceted […]

Kurukshetra SP Orders Ambulance Training for Road Accident Victims The Kurukshetra Superintendent of Police (SP) has issued a directive to health officials and private hospitals. The order mandates comprehensive training for ambulance staff. This training will focus on the prompt identification of road accident injuries. The aim is to ensure victims are transported to the […]

Kurukshetra Transformed: Mahabharata Makeover Gets Rs 11.25 Crore Boost Kurukshetra, the hallowed land of the Mahabharata, is set for a major facelift. A massive renovation project, worth Rs 11.25 crore, has been greenlit. The ambitious plan includes the beautification of 39 prominent chowks. These will feature new statues and symbolic artwork reflecting the epic’s narrative. […]

Railway Techie Among Two Held in Kurukshetra Station Gangrape A horrific incident of gangrape has sent shockwaves through Haryana. A woman, who had undergone a leg amputation, was brutally assaulted at Kurukshetra railway station on July 12, 2025. Initial investigations proved challenging due to a lack of immediate leads. However, the Special Investigation Team (SIT), […]