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Punjab: ECI introduces mobile phone deposit facility to enhance voter convenience

Chandigarh, Jun 17 (UNI) In a first-of-its-kind initiative, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has decided to introduce the mobile phone deposit facility at all polling stations from the upcoming bypolls/
Ludhiana West Assembly constituency in Punjab is among the seats going to the hustings on June 19.
The new facility, based on instructions issued by the ECI on May 23, aims to enhance the voter experience while at the same time upholding the secrecy of voting as mandated under Rule 49M of the Conduct of Elections Rules, 1961.
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Congress's false guarantees will be answered in the municipal elections: Himachal BJP chief

13 May 2026 | 12:59 AM

Nahan, May 12 (UNI) BJP's Himachal Pradesh state President Rajiv Bindal on Tuesday accused the Congress of having come to power in the state by giving "false guarantees" and through "deception and fraud" and prophesied that the people would give a befitting reply in the upcoming municipal and panchayat elections.

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Forensic tests confirm drug use, four booked under NDPS Act in Kangra

13 May 2026 | 12:52 AM

Dharamshala, May 12 (UNI) Four persons have been booked under the NDPS Act in Himachal Pradesh’s Kangra district after forensic and medical reports confirmed consumption of cannabinoid-based narcotic substances, police said on Tuesday.

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Rs 2,687 crore READY-HP project to boost disaster resilience in Himachal

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Shimla, May 12 (UNI) Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Tuesday reviewed the Resilient Action for Development and Disaster Recovery-Himachal Pradesh (READY-HP) project and underscored the importance of strengthening disaster-resilient infrastructure and securing livelihoods in the state.

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MC polls: BJP Resolves to Make Solan a Clean, Smart, Safe and Drug-Free City

13 May 2026 | 12:47 AM

Solan, May 12 (UNI) Himachal BJP President Dr. Rajeev Bindal Tuesday released the BJP’s “Sankalp Patra” for the Solan Municipal Corporation elections and strongly criticized the Congress government and the functioning of the Municipal Corporation.

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