New Delhi [India], October 15 (ANI): In a significant move, the Central government on Tuesday authorized the district collectors of North Goa and South Goa to exercise powers under the Citizenship Act, 1955. This directive, enacted under Section 16 of the Act, enables the collectors to inquire into the acquisition of citizenship by residents of Goa from other countries. The order stipulates that the collectors will invite applications and objections with proper publicity and conduct inquiries in a fair and transparent manner, adhering to the provisions of the Citizenship Rules, 2009. Following…