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Varinder Bhatia is the Deputy Resident Editor at The Indian Express in Chandigarh. He is a veteran journalist with over 22 years of experience specializing in crime, political investigations, and legal reporting. Professional Profile Education: Law graduate from Panjab University. Career Path: He began his career as an intern at The Times of India and worked as a legal reporter for Hindustan Times (2001) before joining The Indian Express in October 2004. Awards: He is a two-time winner of the Express Excellence Awards. Expertise: His reporting is deeply rooted in the political and judicial affairs of Haryana, with a focus on high-profile criminal cases and administrative reforms. Recent Notable Articles (Late 2024 - 2025) His recent work highlights critical investigative reporting on crime and governance: 1. Crime & Investigations "Red Fort car explosion: Shops where raw materials bought identified" (Nov 14, 2025): Detailed reporting on the investigation into the sourcing of ammonium nitrate and potash for a car blast near Delhi's Red Fort. "Well-educated, a loner: Woman who killed 4 kids was jealous of their looks" (Dec 5, 2025): A chilling investigative piece on a Panipat woman arrested for murdering her own son and nieces. "Haryana officer suicide: What has happened so far in the Y Puran Kumar case" (Oct 15, 2025): Covering the high-stakes suicide of an IGP who left a note naming several top IPS and IAS officers in a corruption scandal. "Relu Ram murder: Why the murder of a former MLA's family is back in focus" (Dec 12, 2025): Reporting on the flare-up of property disputes after the release of convicts in a 24-year-old mass murder case. 2. Haryana Politics & Economy "Over 25 lakh farmers have Rs 60,816 crore outstanding loans, says CM Nayab Singh Saini" (Dec 18, 2025): Reporting from the Haryana Vidhan Sabha winter session on the state's agriculture debt crisis. "Haryana comes out with Ordinance to simplify land ownership in rural areas" (Nov 27, 2025): Analyzing new laws to clarify ownership within abadi deh (village habitation) lands. "Lado Laksmi Yojana: Saini...
June 15, 2026 19:11 IST
The investigators have alleged that the land was first transferred to Sharma's cousin Naveen and that substantial transaction-related funds moved through a real-estate firm owned by Sharma's brother.
Mon, Jun 15, 2026June 11, 2026 16:48 IST
The Punjab and Haryana High Court t made it clear that while “the petition itself appeared suspicious”, the allegations of illegal mining remained serious.
Thu, Jun 11, 2026June 10, 2026 20:06 IST
Delhi court says Haryana judicial officer, not domestic worker named in FIR, appears to be the “actual and real victim”; flags gaps in investigation.
Thu, Jun 11, 2026May 31, 2026 20:37 IST
Express analysis of four Assembly sessions finds six MLAs did not ask a single question, while legislators cite Zero Hour interventions and constituency work as alternative modes of raising public issues
Sun, May 31, 2026May 29, 2026 07:00 IST
Under the IPL's Player and Match Officials Area (PMOA) Minimum Standards, such devices have been classified as “Audio/Video Recording Devices” and “Communication Devices”.
Fri, May 29, 2026May 25, 2026 14:06 IST
Haryana's new framework mandates licencing for app platforms, verification of drivers and caps on commissions. Crucially, it also pushes for EVs and cleaner fuels — a move that could hit bike-taxi and delivery workers.
Tue, May 26, 2026May 20, 2026 10:52 IST
From Calcutta to Switzerland to US and back to Dharamshala, Taklha has been with the Dalai Lama for over three decades.
Wed, May 20, 2026May 18, 2026 21:25 IST
Govt caps deposits at Rs 50 crore per bank, bars savings accounts, mandates competitive bidding for fund placement
Tue, May 19, 2026May 18, 2026 19:38 IST
Only CNG or electric 3-wheelers will be allowed to be additionally inducted into existing fleets in the NCR
Mon, May 18, 2026May 17, 2026 05:11 IST
Multiple sources in the Punjab Lok Bhavan told The Sunday Express that Malik had submitted his resignation a few ago back but his release came suddenly, Saturday.
Sun, May 17, 2026May 15, 2026 18:47 IST
Town and Country Planning Department cites multiple FIRs, Rs. 333.31 crore dues, mounting public complaints.
Fri, May 15, 2026May 14, 2026 05:00 IST
Dosanjh, whose signature, pride-filled declaration Main Hoon Punjab (I am Punjab) serves as a powerful affirmation of his cultural identity and roots, acquired US citizenship in 2022.
Thu, May 14, 2026May 11, 2026 05:30 IST
These inputs have been reflected in the May 7 advisory issued by BCCI Secretary Devjit Sakia that reminds the owners to adhere to the IPL's Player and Match Official Access (PMOA) Protocol.
Mon, May 11, 2026May 08, 2026 17:27 IST
Enforcement Directorate launches raids in alleged Change of Land Use fraud, forgery, and homebuyer cheating cases.
Fri, May 08, 2026May 07, 2026 13:00 IST
Rahul Gandhi’s visit, while the Sadbhav Yatra is in its last leg, is being seen as a show of support for former Haryana MP Brijendra Singh’s outreach effort amid factional politics within the party’s state unit.
Thu, May 07, 2026May 07, 2026 09:49 IST
At the centre of this transformation is an estimated total land requirement of around 1.7 lakh acres earmarked for planned urban expansion, industrial estates, logistics infrastructure, and institutional development across Haryana.
Thu, May 07, 2026May 06, 2026 10:11 IST
Hearing a plea by an inmate lodged in Bhondsi District Jail, a Gurgaon court underscored that incarceration does not extinguish a prisoner’s fundamental rights.
Wed, May 06, 2026April 29, 2026 07:15 IST
By backing the students, JJP chief and former BJP ally looks to rebuild party, regain ground among the youth.
Wed, Apr 29, 2026April 24, 2026 20:00 IST
The PWD (B&R), which shall act as the nodal department for preparing the dynamic database and maintenance of bridges policy will do so in consultation with the QAA.
Fri, Apr 24, 2026April 19, 2026 04:15 IST
“It feels like I am living that moment every single day,” Lt Vinay’s father, Rajesh Narwal, told The Indian Express. “A father is not meant to carry his son’s loss like this… but I carry it every day, like a weight that never lifts.”
Wed, Apr 22, 2026April 10, 2026 16:40 IST
During the Kargil War, Colonel Sonam Wangchuk, then a Major, led Ladakh Scouts troops across Chorbat La on May 30, 1999, on a successful mission without artillery support.
Sat, Apr 11, 2026April 10, 2026 08:00 IST
The CAG found that the system for verifying these work slips was deeply flawed and inconsistently applied.
Fri, Apr 10, 2026April 09, 2026 20:24 IST
This comes on a day when Haryana government suspended two IAS officers — RK Singh and Pradeep Kumar — after their alleged role surfaced in the ongoing investigation into the scam.
Thu, Apr 09, 2026April 09, 2026 13:26 IST
The suspended IAS officers, Ram Kumar Singh and Pardeep Kumar, own properties worth crores, according to official records.
Fri, Apr 10, 2026April 08, 2026 14:40 IST
The preliminary probe that Vij got conducted revealed a systemic collapse as only 12 per cent of the work slips were found genuine.
Wed, Apr 08, 2026
