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CM Yogi to review law and order situation via video conferencing

16 Jun 2026 | 1:13 PM

Lucknow, June 16 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath will review the state's law and order situation through a video conference at 9 p.m. on Tuesday.

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On Muharram eve, Mehbooba seeks release of youth held under PSA

16 Jun 2026 | 12:53 PM

Srinagar, Jun 16 (UNI) As Muharram is set to begin on Wednesday, PDP president and former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Mehbooba Mufti on Tuesday urged the administration to release youth allegedly detained under the Public Safety Act (PSA) and ensure all necessary arrangements for the peaceful observance of the holy month.

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HP: Sr Congress leader Sandeep Sharma of Nahan joins BJP

16 Jun 2026 | 11:49 AM

Nahan, June 16 (UNI) In a significant development in the politics of Sirmaur district, senior Congress leader Sandeep Sharma has joined the Bharatiya Janata Party.

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AISHE registration made mandatory: Haryana asks all unregistered institutions to complete process urgently

16 Jun 2026 | 10:17 AM

Panchkula, June 16 (UNI) Seeking to ensure accurate data collection on student enrolment, faculty strength, infrastructure and academic programmes across educational institutions, the Haryana Higher Education Department has directed all newly established and unregistered institutions to obtain registration on the All India Survey on Higher Education (AISHE) portal. The move is aimed at bringing every eligible institution under the national higher education database, which is used for policy planning, accreditation, scholarships and assessment of the education sector.

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Haryana invites applications for 43 District Science, Mathematics Specialist posts

16 Jun 2026 | 10:01 AM

Chandigarh, June 16 (UNI) In a move aimed at strengthening academic mentoring and improving learning outcomes in government schools, the Haryana Education Department has invited applications from eligible Post Graduate Teachers (PGTs) for deployment as District Science Specialists (DSS) and District Mathematics Specialists (DMS). A total of 43 positions — 22 for Science Specialists and 21 for Mathematics Specialists — have been announced across the state.

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UP: Triple murder in Prayagraj

16 Jun 2026 | 9:47 AM

Prayagraj, June 16 (UNI) A triple murder has rocked the Sangam City.

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HP: Advocate Bhawana Dhiman to draw Re 1 salary as Panchayat Pradhan in Solan

16 Jun 2026 | 12:37 AM

Solan, Jun 15 (UNI) The oath-taking ceremony for newly elected Panchayat representatives in Solan district marked the beginning of a new local governance cycle, two newly elected Pradhans—Advocate Bhawana Dhiman of Gram Panchayat Jodhana and Rajesh Thakur of Gram Panchayat Khala—stood out for their distinct agendas and public commitments in this district.

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Kangra Tests Disaster Readiness in Statewide Mega Mock Drill Across All 14 Sub-Divisions

15 Jun 2026 | 11:18 PM

Dharamshala, June 15 (UNI) A state-level multi-hazard disaster management mega mock exercise was conducted across Himachal Pradesh on Monday under the aegis of the State Disaster Management Authority (HPSDMA) in collaboration with the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA).

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CM Omar Abdullah urges Junior Engineers to serve people with dedication

15 Jun 2026 | 11:04 PM

Srinagar, June 15 (UNI) Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday urged newly appointed Junior Engineers of the Public Works (R&B) Department to view their appointment not merely as a government job but as a solemn responsibility towards the people of Jammu and Kashmir.

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Punjab man held with heroin in Himachal's Nurpur

15 Jun 2026 | 11:04 PM

Shimla, June 15 (UNI) Police in Himachal Pradesh's Nurpur district have arrested a Punjab resident and recovered 15.18 grams of heroin from his possession during a special operation against drug trafficking.

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Governor, union MoS launch ‘Nyaya Prabodh’ campaign in Dharamshala, stress wider access to justice

15 Jun 2026 | 11:01 PM

Dharamshala, Jun 15 (UNI) Himachal Pradesh Governor Kavinder Gupta and union Minister of State for Law and Justice and Parliamentary Affairs Arjun Ram Meghwal on Monday launched the “Nyaya Prabodh – Awakening to Justice” campaign, emphasizing the importance of legal awareness and equitable access to justice as pillars of Indian democracy.

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Police registers FIR in Budgam over contents promoting religious enmity

15 Jun 2026 | 10:56 PM

Srinagar, June 15 (UNI) Police in Budgam district of Jammu and Kashmir on Monday registered a case against individuals allegedly involved in creating and circulating content on social media that can outrage religious feelings and can promote enmity and hatred between religious groups particularly in view of the forthcoming holy month of Muharram.

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Himachal HC takes suo motu cognisance of security lapse in Hamirpur court complex

15 Jun 2026 | 10:53 PM

Shimla, June 15 (UNI) The Himachal Pradesh High Court has taken suo motu cognisance of security arrangements in judicial complexes across the state following concerns raised over inadequate protection in court premises.

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Public service is the highest purpose of administration, CM Sai tells IAS officer trainees

15 Jun 2026 | 10:51 PM

Raipur, June 15 (UNI) Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai on Monday urged newly inducted Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer trainees to place public service at the centre of their professional lives.

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Governor’s convoy passes through dilapidated Kangra Bypass Road, spotlighting poor state of road upkeep

15 Jun 2026 | 10:46 PM

Dharamshala, Jun 15 (UNI) The convoy of Himachal Pradesh Governor Kavinder Gupta passed through the Kangra Bypass Road on Monday, drawing attention to the poor condition of the stretch.

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