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HC notice to Centre, Haryana, advocate general on plea against favoritism/nepotism in selection of law officers

CHANDIGARH: The Punjab and Haryana high court on Thursday issued notice to the Central government, Haryana government and advocate general (AG) Haryana Baldev Raj Mahajan on a plea seeking probe into the alleged irregularities/nepotism into the selections/appointments of law officers in the AG office Haryana.

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Court orders attachment of property linked to Khalistan Liberation Force’s “narco-terror” module accused

The NIA had registered the case on January 22, 2020, based on the original first information report (FIR) dated May 31, 2019.

The Hindu

Punjab police arrest 6 associates of Pakistan-based terrorist Harwinder Singh 'Rinda'; 5 pistols recovered

CHANDIGARH: Punjab police’s Anti-Gangster Task Force(AGTF), in a joint operation with Mohali police, has arrested six associates of the ISI-backed Pakistan-based terrorist Harwinder Singh alias Rinda and recovered five pistols along with ammunition from their possession.

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Two detained in connection with pro-Khalistan graffiti at Delhi metro stations

The Delhi Police Special Cell on Thursday detained two persons from Punjab in connection with pro-Khalistan graffiti and slogans painted at more than 5 metro stations in Delhi on August 27. Read further on Dynamite News:

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SC refuses to interfere with Punjab and Haryana HC order staying WFI polls

A Bench of Justices Abhay S Oka and Pankaj Mithal asked the petitioner, Andhra Pradesh Amateur Wrestling Association to approach the high court with its grievances.

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Christian families in Pakistan pick up pieces after mob attack over 'blasphemy'

On August 16, a Muslim mob attacked a Christian neighbourhood of the Pakistani town of Jaranwala. Homes and churches were burned and ransacked by a crowd of hundreds that tore through the streets of the town in the eastern Punjab province. The attack happened after two Christian brothers were accused…

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Data | Dispute over Unacademy tutor Karan Sangwan’s remark is much ado about nothing

Unacademy recently fired an instructor, Karan Sangwan, for a video in which he discussed voting for educated candidates. The Hindu’s data on the educational qualifications of Members of Parliament (MPs) in the current Lok Sabha reveals that 72% are graduates, less than 0.5% are illiterate or just literate, and 23.5%…

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Basmati rice exporters express ‘shock’ over curbs, demand urgent solution

Punjab rice exporters criticize Centre's export restrictions on Basmati rice, citing potential financial losses. Union Commerce Ministry had directed APEDA to register contracts of US$1,200/metric tonne & above. Punjab Rice Millers & Exporters Association seeks meeting to find solution.

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12 furnaces inspected, 60 vehicles detained under ongoing spree against tax evaders: Punjab excise and taxation minister Harpal Singh Cheema

CHANDIGARH: In continuance with the on-going special drive to detect the Goods and Services Tax (GST) evasion in iron and steel industry, the mobile wings of Tax department on Monday inspected 12 furnaces and detained 60 vehicles during a surprise operation at Mandi Gobindgarh.

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Neeraj and I are happy to top a sport once dominated by Europeans: Nadeem

Karachi's Arshad Nadeem & India's Neeraj Chopra have a healthy competition for gold at the Paris Olympics. Nadeem won silver at the World Athletics Championship & gold at the Birmingham Commonwealth Games. Both athletes ran a victory lap after the final. Nadeem's journey began in his village in Punjab, where…

The Hindu

ED freezes ₹6 crore assets of ex-Congress Minister in Punjab

ED seizes ₹6 cr assets in Punjab tender scam case linked to ex-Minister Ashu.

The Hindu

Punjab CM hits back, says not afraid of Governor’s threat to impose President’s Rule in Punjab

Punjab CM Mann says Gov. Purohit's threat to recommend President's Rule an insult to Punjabis; won't bow down.

The Hindu

Immature, unprofessional: Opposition hits out at Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann over confrontation with governor Banwarilal Purohit

CHANDIGARH: Opposition parties on Saturday blamed Punjab chief minister Bhagwant Mann on Saturday for his ongoing confrontation with governor Banwarilal Purohit.

The Times of India

NIA court orders confiscation of property of absconding pro-Khalistan “terrorist”

NIA special court orders confiscation of property belonging to absconding pro-Khalistan terrorist Lakhbir Singh Sandhu alias Landa. He is accused of planning terror attacks, including rocket-propelled grenade attacks and conspiracy to kill Punjab police Sub-Inspector Dilbagh Singh.

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Will write to President under Article 356: Punjab Governor to CM

Governor Purohit warns CM Mann to reply to queries or face criminal proceedings for failure of constitutional mechanism in Punjab.

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Punjab Tourism Summit to begin on September 11

Punjab Tourism Summit and Travel Mart will be held during September 11-13 in Mohali. The government aims to position Punjab as prime tourist destination by 2030.

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Punjab governor Banwarilal Purohit warns CM Bhagwant Mann to respond to his letters or face consequences

CHANDIGARH: Amid the continuing hostility, Punjab governor Banwarilal Purohit on Friday again shot off a strongly-worded letter warning chief minister Bhagwant Mann to respond to his earlier letters besides sending him an action taken report about the rampant availability of drugs in the state before he writes to the President…

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Distressing Trend Of ‘Reverse Dowry’: Shattering Families And Values

"Reverse dowry" casts a shadow on the purity of marriage in the northwestern Indian region of Punjab.

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ED raids ex-Congress Minister Bharat Bhushan Ashu in money laundering probe

ED raids premises linked to ex-Punjab Cabinet Minister Bharat Bhushan Ashu in money laundering probe. 10 premises in Ludhiana being searched under PMLA

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Overnight rains throw life out of gear in Himachal Pradesh, Punjab

Heavy rains in Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, and Chandigarh cause disruption of normal life, resulting in six deaths, damaged roads, vehicles, and buildings. Over 12,000 houses have been damaged, 40 people are missing, and rivers are in spate. Chief Minister urges people to avoid areas prone to flooding and landslides. Schools…

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Rescuers evacuate over 100,000 people from flood-hit areas of Pakistan's Punjab province in 3 weeks

Officials say rescuers have evacuated more than 100,000 people from flood-hit areas of Pakistan’s eastern Punjab province in the past three weeks

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Farmers detained in Haryana, Punjab ahead of protest for flood relief

Heavy police deployed at inter-State borders of Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh in wake of protests by various farmer outfits from six flood-ravaged States demanding flood-relief compensation

The Hindu

INDIA bloc may be on a sticky wicket in Punjab as Congress’ Bajwa dismisses any link to the AAP

Aam Aadmi Party and the Congress have joined hands as part of the INDIA Opposition grouping, but their bond appears to be on a weak wicket in Punjab

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Farmer killed in clash with police ahead of Chandigarh rally over flood relief

Farmer leaders detained in Punjab ahead of protest in Chandigarh for flood-relief compensation. Police and farmers clashed, leading to the death of one farmer dead. 16 farmer outfits from 6 states to gather in Chandigarh on Aug 22

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Rising Intolerance In Pakistan And Misuse Of Blasphemy Laws

Muslims attacked Christians and destroyed eight churches in the city of Faisalabad in the eastern Punjab province.

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