Ishita Singh

New Delhi

Senior Correspondent at Hindustan Times

Articles

Haryana issues Covid advisory amid rise in weekly cases

1 month ago | hindustantimes.com | Ishita Singh

Following a rise in Covid-19 cases across Haryana, the state health department has issued a fresh advisory directing all district health officials, surveillance teams, and hospitals to enhance preparedness and remain on alert. The advisory, issued under the Integrated Disease Surveillance Programme (IDSP), follows the detection of 15 new Covid-19 cases in the past week—eight from Gurugram, five from Faridabad, and one each from Yamunanagar and Karnal.
Gurugram logs 2 new Covid cases, active tally now at 6

1 month ago | hindustantimes.com | Ishita Singh

Haryana reported five new Covid-19 cases on Monday, pushing the state’s total active caseload to 14, according to senior health department officials. Gurugram and Faridabad continue to report the most cases, with six and five infections, respectively. On Sunday, Gurugram and Faridabad had logged two fresh cases each. “In Gurugram, both individuals developed mild symptoms and were tested after recent travel,” said Dr Alka Singh, chief medical officer (CMO), Gurugram.
Gurgaon schools report 100% pass rate in CBSE Class X, XII exams

1 month ago | hindustantimes.com | Ishita Singh

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) on Monday declared the Class X and XII results for the 2024–25 academic session, with a handful of institutions such as Amity International School in Sector 46 and 43, Blue Bells Global school, Shiv Nadar Schools, and Ajanta Public school telling HT that they have recorded 100% pass percentages. To be sure, disaggregated results for the region of Gurgram was not released by CBSE.
Gurugram shuts ‘illegal’ schools, students’ transfer underway

1 month ago | hindustantimes.com | Ishita Singh

The district education department has initiated a crackdown on unrecognised schools being run by non-governmental organisations (NGOs) across various parts of the city after the department identified such schools operating without valid recognition across four NGOs in Sector 46, Choma, Nathupur, and DLF Phase 1—where more than 1,000 students from Class 1 to Class 5 were being taught in violation of government norms—on Monday.
Extra classes, regular tests helped Gurugram students score

1 month ago | hindustantimes.com | Ishita Singh

Gurugram: After students from city schools scored above 95 per cent in this year’s ICSE board examinations, toppers shared their success strategies with Hindustan Times and credited focused preparation, regular practice, and support from teachers, for both academics and mental health for their strong performance. At Scottish High International School, extra classes were held especially for students scoring around 95% to help them push their scores to 99%.
Top marks and perfect pass rates: Haryana schools shine in 2024-25 ICSE, ISC results

1 month ago | hindustantimes.com | Ishita Singh

Haryana’s 2024-25 ICSE and ISC results are nothing short of remarkable, with top schools across the state celebrating 100% pass rates and standout individual performances. From stellar marks in Chemistry to the highest scores in Commerce, the achievements of students and schools highlight a year of hard work, determination, and success.
HT Syndication: Pvt school in Bhondsi shut over lack of recognition, 158 others face same action

1 month ago | htsyndication.com | Ishita Singh

India, April 30 -- The district education department on Monday shut down a private school in Bhondsi for operating without official recognition amid an ongoing crackdown on unauthorised private schools across the district. The action follows directives from the Directorate of Education, which prompted fresh inspections across Gurugram. Officials said Agrni School was among 159 unrecognised institutions identified in the district. Closure notices have now been issued to all of them, officials said.
Pvt school in Bhondsi shut over lack of recognition, 158 others face same action

1 month ago | hindustantimes.com | Ishita Singh

The district education department on Monday shut down a private school in Bhondsi for operating without official recognition amid an ongoing crackdown on unauthorised private schools across the district. The action follows directives from the Directorate of Education, which prompted fresh inspections across Gurugram. Officials said Agrni School was among 159 unrecognised institutions identified in the district. Closure notices have now been issued to all of them, officials said.
HT Syndication: pvt school in Bhondsi shut over Lack of Recognition

1 month ago | htsyndication.com | Ishita Singh

Gurugram, April 30 -- The district education department shut down Agrni School in Bhondsi on Monday for operating without official recognition, part of a broader crackdown on unrecognised private schools in the district. The action follows directives from the Directorate of Education, prompting fresh inspections across Gurugram. Agrni School was among 159 unrecognised institutions identified, and closure notices have been issued to all of them.
HT Syndication: Ggm sees no malaria cases so far in '25: Data

1 month ago | htsyndication.com | Ishita Singh

Gurugram, April 30 -- The district has reported zero malaria cases till the end of March 2025, marking a significant decline in infections over the past five years, health officials said on Tuesday. According to the officials, sustained surveillance, anti-larval measures, and public awareness are to becredited for the control of the disease. According to the district health department, malaria cases dropped from 15 in 2019 to 4 in 2020, 2 in 2021, and none in 2022 and 2023.