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State DGP appointees must have at least six months to retire; those on deputation need Central consent: amended UPSC guidelines

Only police officers with at least six months of service left before retirement will be considered for appointment as the Director General of Police of a State, the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) said in amended guidelines issued last month.

The Hindu

Punjab Governor gives approval to table two Bills in Assembly

Gov. Purohit approves two of three Money Bills sent to him by Punjab CM Mann. First Bill enables setting up of GST Appellate Tribunal, second Bill levies stamp duty on mortgaging property.

The Hindu

SAD urged to lead joint effort to safeguard Punjab’s interests

CHANDIGARH: Leading intellectuals, writers and academics from across Punjab on Tuesday urged the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) to take the lead in evolving a joint strategy along with other political parties for safeguarding the interests of the state, including that on the SYL canal.

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Punjab: Congress leader, his sister-in-law shot dead, 2 among 9 identified arrested; police says old rivalry

PATIALA: Two persons including a Congress leader and his sister-in-law were shot dead in their house in Kartarpur village of Nurpur Bedi in Ropar district on Monday night by some assailants following an alleged old rivalry.

The Times of India

6 districts fail zero farm fire goal, but rest of Punjab likely to meet 50% dip target

Before the paddy harvest season began, the Punjab government led by the Aam Aadmi Party had set a few targets. One of them was to keep the fire count to zero in six of the state’s 23 districts. But despite improvements, that goal remains elusive.

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SC laments air pollution in Delhi, directs 5 states to file affidavits on remedial efforts made by them

The Supreme Court on Tuesday directed Delhi, Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan governments to file affidavits enumerating measures initiated by them to control air pollution in Delhi.

The Hindu

ED raids Punjab AAP MLA Kulwant Singh; other locations in drugs probe case

The Enforcement Directorate conducted searches at multiple locations in Punjab, including at the premises of AAP MLA Kulwant Singh, as part of a drugs-linked money laundering investigation

The Hindu

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Punjab bans dangerous stunts involving tractors

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann announces ban on dangerous tractor stunts after 29-yr-old man dies in Gurdaspur. CM said tragic incident was unfortunate & to protect lives, a complete ban on stunts involving tractors & other agri implements is imposed. Tractors should not be catalysts of death, hence ban is needed.

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Punjab: Stuntman dies after getting caught under tractor at Gurdaspur fair; inquiry ordered

GURDASPUR: A sports fair held in Punjab's Sarchur village within the Fatehgarh Churian constituency turned tragic with a stuntman meeting a fatal accident as he was crushed beneath the tractor's wheels while attempting a high-risk stunt.

The Times of India

3 kg heroin, 4 cartridges recovered near Pakistan border in Punjab's Tarn Taran

BSF & Punjab Police recover 3kg heroin & 4 cartridges from field near Int'l Border in Tarn Taran. Iron ring found attached to package, suspected to be airdropped by drone.

The Hindu

Two China-made drones recovered near International Border in Punjab's Amritsar, Tarn Taran

BSF foils smuggling attempt via drones in Amritsar and Tarn Taran districts; recovers two Chinese drones in separate joint operations by BSF and Punjab Police

The Hindu

Incidents of stubble burning fall in Punjab, Haryana; rise in U.P.

Fall in stubble-burning incidents in Punjab, Haryana; UP sees rise. Punjab, Haryana contribute highest number of incidents. Fall in incidents seen as a breather for Delhi, other parts of north India. UP sees 30.6% rise in incidents. Data from Sept 15-Oct 28. Fall in incidents due to collective efforts of…

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Punjab: Valmiki bodies express resentment over CM Bhagwant Mann's absence at event, warn of movement

AMRITSAR: While expressing resentment over Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann's absence during the Pargat Diwas event for Adi Kavi Karuna Sagar Bhagwan Valmiki, various Valmiki bodies have warned to initiate a movement against the government's alleged lackdasical attitude to their demands.

The Times of India

Four arrested BKI operatives were assigned for targeted killings: Punjab Police

Punjab Police on Saturday said that four operatives of Babbar Khalsa International (BKI), whose arrests were announced on Saturday by the police, were assigned for targeted killings in a big city in the state by their handlers.

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Punjab to allow only green firecrackers in festivals

Punjab govt allows use of only green firecrackers on Diwali, Gurpurab, Christmas & New Year; violators to face penal action. Sale of firecrackers to be done through licensed traders; no online orders. PPCB to carry out short-term monitoring in selected cities; police to ensure sale & use of allowed green…

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National Games | Olympian fencer Bhavani Devi continues domination, hosts Goa win first gold medal

Bhavani Devi, who was the biggest star to be in action on the day the Games were officially declared open by the Prime Minister, defeated Kerala’s S Soumiya 15-5 in the final to win back to back National Games gold medals. Shiksha Ballouria of Himachal Pradesh and Jagmeet Kaur of…

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Two coaches of Patalkot Express train catch fire in Agra, two injured

Patalkot Express train coach catches fire near Agra station; no casualties reported. Train runs between Firozpur Cantonment in Punjab and Seoni in Madhya Pradesh. Fire broke out in 4th coach after engine at 3.45 pm. Coach evacuated and detached from train; cause of fire unknown.

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‘I’ve been waiting all my life to shed light on them’: musicians on their unsung home-town heroes

From gigs in sketchy Toronto buildings to Punjabi folk in Birmingham, musicians including Mogwai, Nakhane and Cornershop champion the local acts who never hit the big time

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Four held for killing Punjab police personnel in Barnala

“The four men allegedly involved in the killing of a police head constable in Barnala have been arrested,” Punjab Director General of Police Gaurav Yadav said on October 24.

The Hindu

Consultants in Punjab expect delays in Canada visa processing

Canada is the most sought-after country for studying overseas among youth from Punjab.

The Hindu

NGT issues notice to Punjab CS, CPCB on air pollution caused by stubble burning

National Green Tribunal has issued notices to the Punjab chief secretary and member secretary of the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).

The Hindu

BRS tells Rahul Gandhi that Telangana sand policy was the best in the country

Telangana State Mineral Development Corporation Chairman Krishank Manne said the State’s sand mining revenue increased 149 times under Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) government, from Rs. 39.66 cr to Rs. 5,901.73 cr. Secretary Mines, government of India appreciated policy, seven states studied it, including Congress-led Punjab.

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Punjab Assembly session cut short; State government to move Supreme Court against Governor

Punjab CM to move Supreme Court against Governor's refusal to approve three Bills. Assembly adjourned sine die. CM urges Speaker to adjourn House to avoid tussle with Governor. Governor had written to CM, withholding approval for Bills. Congress questions Speaker on legality of session. Speaker asserts session is legal.

The Hindu

Punjab BJP resolves to oppose SYL canal construction

BJP's Punjab unit opposes construction of SYL canal, accuses ruling AAP of betraying people of Punjab. Resolution demands CM Bhagwant Mann to protect vital interests of Punjab or quit. BJP to make every sacrifice to prevent SYL or any new water carrier channel for carrying Punjab's waters to non-basin and…

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Gadkari inaugurates 418-feet national flag at Attari-Wagah border, tallest in country

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari inaugurated the tallest national flag in India (418ft) at Attari in Amritsar. Accompanied by Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann and Amritsar MP Aujla, he visited Golden Temple and witnessed the retreat ceremony at Attari-Wagah border. Prayed for well-being and development of India.

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