Haryana Daily Current Affairs: 31/08/2026

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The Haryana Cabinet has significantly expanded its support for the Agnipath Scheme by approving a 20% horizontal reservation for ex-Agniveers in the recruitment of state police, prison wardens, and forest guards (Group C and D posts). This move is designed to integrate disciplined youth into the state's security apparatus. Simultaneously, the state has bolstered its Electric Vehicle (EV) Policy by offering a 100% motor vehicle tax exemption for EVs priced under Rs 30 lakh, aiming to position Haryana as a hub for green mobility. 👉 Prepare your application photos for these upcoming vacancies using our SSC Photo Resizer.

Exam-Oriented Current Affairs & Key Facts 📝

• Polity & Governance: The Cabinet approved the Haryana State Commission for Minorities Bill, 2026, which will provide a statutory framework for safeguarding minority interests.
• Economy: A revised budget of ₹10,266 crore has been cleared for the expansion of the Gurugram Metro project to improve last-mile connectivity in the NCR.
• Infrastructure: Approval was granted for 10 major industrial policies aimed at attracting a massive ₹5 Lakh Crore investment into the state.
• Administrative Reform: The government is fast-tracking the deployment of 2,600 Patwaris by significantly reducing their mandatory training period to address the shortage in the revenue department.
• Environment: From January 2026, only CNG, EV, or clean-fuel vehicles will be permitted for cab aggregators and delivery fleets operating in the Haryana-NCR region.

One-Liner Revision Notes ⚡

• Haryana Cabinet cleared the deployment of 2,600 Patwaris to boost land revenue administration.
• Nursing homes are now permitted on leased plots in residential colonies per new Cabinet rules.
• 100% tax exemption is applicable for EVs up to the value of ₹30 lakh.
• Ex-Agniveers to get 20% quota in Haryana Police and Forest Guard recruitment.
• The Gurugram Metro project cost has been revised to ₹10,266 crore.
• Cab aggregators in NCR must phase out petrol/diesel vehicles by January 2026.
• Haryana aims to draw ₹5 lakh crore investment through 10 new industrial policies.
• Haryana State Commission for Minorities Bill 2026 has been officially approved.

MCQs from Current Affairs ❓

Q1: What is the percentage of reservation approved for ex-Agniveers in Haryana state forces?

• A) 10%
• B) 15%
• C) 20%
• D) 25%

Q2: What is the maximum price limit of an EV to qualify for 100% tax exemption in Haryana?

• A) ₹15 Lakh
• B) ₹20 Lakh
• C) ₹30 Lakh
• D) ₹50 Lakh

Q3: By which year must all cab aggregators in Haryana-NCR switch to clean fuels (CNG/EV)?

• A) 2025
• B) 2026
• C) 2027
• D) 2030

Q4: What is the revised cost of the Gurugram Metro project approved by the cabinet?

• A) ₹8,500 crore
• B) ₹10,266 crore
• C) ₹12,000 crore
• D) ₹15,400 crore

Q5: How many Patwaris does the Haryana government plan to deploy by reducing their training period?

• A) 1,500
• B) 2,000
• C) 2,600
• D) 3,200