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Balbir Singh Sidhu launches a sharp attack on the BJP government over the hike in commercial gas cylinder prices

Balbir Singh Sidhu launches a sharp attack on the BJP government over the hike in commercial gas cylinder prices The Congress will strongly oppose every anti-people policy that affects people's kitchens S.A.S.Nagar 2 May ( Ranjeet Singh Dhaliwal ) : Senior Congress leader and former Health Minister Balbir Singh Sidhu has termed the steep increase in commercial gas cylinder prices by the BJP-led central government as a well-planned conspiracy against small traders and common people, who are considered the backbone of the country's economy. Sidhu said that the significant hike in gas cylinder prices in a single day proves that the BJP government neither cares about small businesses nor about the kitchens of ordinary households. People who are already burdened by inflation, unemployment, and taxes are now being further oppressed by rising gas prices. He stated that this decision is a direct economic blow to thousands of families associated with tea vendors, dhaba owners, hotel ope...

Change of Command at NCC Directorate : Major General Jagdeep Singh Cheema Hands Over Charge to Major General Bharat Mehtani

Change of Command at NCC Directorate : Major General Jagdeep Singh Cheema Hands Over Charge to Major General Bharat Mehtani

Chandigarh 31 October ( Ranjeet Singh Dhaliwal ) :  Major General Jagdeep Singh Cheema, Additional Director General of NCC Directorate, Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, and Chandigarh (PHHP&C), handed over charge to Major General Bharat Mehtani today, following his retirement after 37 years of distinguished service. During his tenure, Maj Gen Cheema fostered a positive and cordial atmosphere in the office, inspiring his team to achieve exceptional results. His dedication and commitment to duty have been exemplary, and the NCC Directorate staff thanked him for his leadership. Maj Gen Cheema, an alumnus of the National Defence Academy, Khadakvasla, has had a distinguished military career, including tenures as Defence Attache in the High Commission of India in Bangladesh and service in a UN Mission. He has also been Colonel Commandant, Regiment of Artillery (Group-IV) since August 1, 2024. Maj Gen Bharat Mehtani, the new Additional Director General, brings extensive experience to his new role, having commanded an Infantry Brigade and Division in the Western Sector and served in various capacities. He has been awarded the GOC-in-Chief, Western Command Commendation Card for his distinguished service. The outgoing and incoming officers exchanged traditional Baton and warm greetings, marking a smooth transition.

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