40 years ago, June 6, 1986: Haryana ministry sworn in
Bansi Lal was sworn in as the new chief minister of Haryana, stating that Chandigarh would remain the state's capital for at least five years. Rajiv Gandhi planted a "Tree for Peace" at Indira Gandhi's memorial, calling for nationwide environmental protection efforts and emphasizing education on conservation. Violence erupted again in Belgaum after a train derailment and arrests of activists, while Sri Lanka saw 16 deaths attributed to Tamil militants in Andankulam.
5 JUN 2026
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40 years ago, June 6, 1986: Haryana ministry sworn in
— Indian Express
Bansi Lal, the new chief minister of Haryana, swore in a 13-member ministry and declared Chandigarh as the state's capital for at least five years.
17 JUN 2026
— Indian Express
The Centre requested Punjab Chief Minister Surjit Singh Barnala to propose areas for transfer to Haryana in lieu of Chandigarh's transfer.
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