The North News New Delhi, February 18 Gyanesh Kumar has been appointed as India’s new Chief Election Commissioner (CEC), succeeding Rajiv Kumar, who will retire today upon reaching the mandatory retirement age of 65. The decision was taken by a high-level Election Committee comprising Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, and Leader of […]
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The North News Chandigarh, February 17In a significant anti-corruption move, the Punjab government has suspended the Deputy Commissioner of Sri Muktsar Sahib, Rajesh Tripathi, following serious corruption complaints. A spokesperson for the Punjab Government confirmed the action, underscoring the state’s “zero tolerance” policy toward corruption. The suspension is part of broader efforts to hold officials […]
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The North News Chandigarh, February 17 The Punjab government has appointed G. Nageswara Rao, an Indian Police Service (IPS) officer from the 1995 batch, as the new Chief Director of the Vigilance Bureau. Rao, who was previously serving as the Additional Director General of Police (ADGP) Provisioning, takes over from Special Director General of Police […]
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The North News New Delhi, February 17The new Chief Minister of Delhi will take the oath of office on February 20 at Ramlila Maidan, with the BJP legislature meeting to select the leader set for February 19, BJP sources confirmed. Parvesh Verma, who emerged as a significant figure in Delhi’s political landscape after defeating AAP […]
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The North News Punjab, February 17In a move to streamline document verification for Non-Resident Indian (NRI) Punjabis, the state government operationalised the E-Sanad portal in September, allowing NRIs to apply for countersignatures on official documents from the comfort of their homes. Since its launch, 6,481 applications have been received for countersigning from January 1, 2025, […]
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The North News New Delhi, February 17 In an effort to boost domestic pulse production and reduce reliance on imports, the government has approved the procurement of tur, urad, and masur for the 2024-25 season, guaranteeing purchases equivalent to 100 percent of state production. Furthermore, this measure will continue for four more years, as confirmed […]
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The North News Chandigarh, Febraury 17 Punjab has attracted investment proposals worth ₹94,203 crore since March 2022, with the potential to generate over four lakh jobs, state Cabinet Minister Tarunpreet Singh Sond announced on Monday. He credited the green stamp paper initiative and the government’s industry-friendly policies for boosting investor confidence. The green stamp paper […]
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The North News Chandigarh, February 17 Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Monday urged newly inducted Punjab Civil Service (PCS) officers to uphold integrity and dedication in their service, ensuring that government welfare schemes reach the grassroots. Addressing the officers at his official residence, Mann congratulated them on their selection and encouraged them to serve […]
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Damini Sharma The North News Chandigarh, February 17 YouTuber Ranveer Allahabadia, facing backlash over his controversial remarks on the India’s Got Latent show, has been issued a fresh summons by Maharashtra Police. He has been asked to appear on February 24 as part of the ongoing investigation, according to media reports. Meanwhile, the National Commission […]
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The North News Chandigarh, February 17 In a significant move on Monday, the Punjab Government relieved Varinder Kumar from his position as the Chief Director of the State Vigilance Bureau. Kumar has been shifted to the office of the Director General of Police (DGP), with immediate effect. G. Nageswara Rao, the Additional Director General of […]
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