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Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh)— The Haryana Right to Service Commission has officially launched a WhatsApp-based chatbot designed to simplify the process for citizens to track their applications and file appeals. A spokesperson for the Commission announced on Wednesday that this initiative is a significant step toward increasing transparency and strengthening citizen services through the use of digital technology. By leveraging this platform, residents can now easily monitor the status of their requests and engage with the Auto Appeal System (AAS) directly from their mobile devices. The new chatbot allows users to receive real-time updates regarding their applications and any subsequent appeals…

New Delhi/Chandigarh, November 7, 2025: In a significant reversal, the Ministry of Education on Friday withdrew its earlier notification to alter the constitution and composition of Panjab University’s Senate and Syndicate. The move came after strong opposition and consultations with students, faculty members, former vice-chancellors, and the current vice-chancellor.The ministry had earlier invoked Section 72 of the Punjab Reorganisation Act, 1966, to implement recommendations made by a High-Level Committee set up by the Chancellor on March 2, 2021. The proposed changes aimed to modify the governance structure of the university. However, after widespread feedback and protests from the academic community,…

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Haryana Right to Service Commission Launches WhatsApp Chatbot to Streamline Citizen Appeals

Education Ministry Withdraws Order to Restructure Panjab University Senate After Student Protests