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Chhattisgarh Assembly adjourns amid tensions over rising crime rates

The Chhattisgarh Legislative Assembly was adjourned for a brief period on Friday following a heated exchange between Congress and BJP legislators over the deteriorating law and order situation in the state.

ZP CEO pays surprise visit to GP in Hunsur

Zilla Panchayat chief executive officer (ZP CEO) Gayatri KM has directed taluk panchayat officials to initiate all measures for construction of the new building of Kallahalli Gram Panchayat and ensure the effective functioning of Bapuji Seva Kendra at the GP.

'Molesting girls': School staff booked

Gundlupet Police have filed a FIR against a staffer of Melukamanahalli Morarji Desai Residential School at Gundlupet taluk of Chamarajanagar district for allegedly molesting minor girls of the school.

Shocked and sad, says Hebbalkar accusing BJP MLC of using derogatory word

Karnataka Minister Laxmi Hebbalkar, who has accused BJP MLC C T Ravi of using a derogatory word against her in the Legislative Council, on Friday said she is in \"great shock and sadness\" following the incident.

DKS rules out interference in police action against BJP leader

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar on Friday ruled out any government interference in the police action and arrest of BJP MLC C T Ravi, who was held for allegedly using a derogatory word against minister Laxmi Hebbalkar.

'Memory of socialist martyrs to aid harmony'

At a time when communalism threatens social harmony, All India Democratic Students Organisation (AIDSO) said that it was highlighting the martyrdom of Hindu and Muslim socialists at the hands of British colonialists to bridge gaps.

Sack Mallikarjun, Congress Davangere dist MLA tells DKS

Infighting has broken out in the Congress, this time in Davangere district, as Channagiri MLA Basavaraju V Shivaganga wrote to Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar demanding sacking of Minister for Horticulture, Mines and Geology SS Mallikarjun from the Cabinet over alleged undermining of party interests.

Infra projects highlights misplaced priorities of BBMP

A stimulating discussion on \"Misplaced Priorities of BBMP's Infrastructure Projects\" was held on December 20, 2024, at Gandhi Bhavan, Bengaluru.

Kannada meet chairman seeks fair share of central taxes

Folk expert Go Ru Channabasappa on Friday wants the state government to initiate measures to protect Kannada besides reaching out to the younger generation by utilizing technology effectively.

Fast selling out Ed Sheeran show prompts organisers to add extra show

Good news to Ed Sheeran's fans in Bengaluru who weren't able to get affordable tickets the first time round. An extra show is added to the four-time Grammy award winner's The Mathematics Tour in Bengaluru.

Arrested BJP leader slams police for 'violating' human rights

Karnataka BJP MLC C T Ravi, who has been arrested for allegedly using a derogatory word against Minister Laxmi Hebbalkar, on Friday accused the police of \"violating\" human rights, as he alleged that they took him on rounds the entire night to various places in the district.

Job fair to be held in IIIT Nuziveedu

Andhra Pradesh Housing and Information and Public Relations Minister Kolusu Parthasarathy inaugurated the 'Mega Job Mela' at IIIT Nuziveedu on Friday along with Eluru District Collector K. Vetriselvi.

Dalit speaker faced humiliation in TG Assembly: Seethakka

Minister for Panchayat Raj Seethakka stated that Dr. B. R. Ambedkar was disrespected in Parliament, and the Dalit Speaker faced humiliation in the Telangana Assembly.

Time to launch new phase of self-reliance in defence

President Droupadi Murmu on Friday said the time is now ripe for launching a new phase of self-reliance in defence production by manufacturing technologically advanced equipment within the country.

BC hostel managements to be firmed up

The Andhra Pradesh BC & EWS Welfare, Handlooms & Textiles minister S. Savita said on Thursday that an inspection app is being developed to improve the monitoring and performance of BC hostels in the state.

Hassle free communication system planned for Bhavani ceremony

NTR district Collector Dr. G. Lakshmisha said on Friday that based on past experiences and correcting the shortcomings, arrangements are being made to provide hassle-free digital services to the lakhs of devotees who will come for Bhavani's Deeksha conclusion ceremonies.

US Government launches children's book series to promote gender empowerment

U.S. Ambassador to India Eric M. Garcetti reaffirmed the U.S. government's commitment to girls' education by launching a new children's book series to promote gender-inclusive learning.

Heart monitoring units must for big housing complexes

PUBLIC HEALTH ACT RULES TWEAKED TO DEAL WITH CARDIAC EMERGENCIES OF RESIDENTS

Govt to recover cost of repairs from organisers

EXPERT CALLED TO ASSESS TRACK CONDITION

Collector, police empowered to act against clubs violating sound laws, says GSPCB

The Chairman of the Goa State Pollution Control Board (GSPCB), Mahesh Patil emphasised that the responsibility to act against clubs and restaurants violating mandatory noise curfews lies primarily with the police and the office of the Collector or Deputy Collector.

Railway land demarcation at Pale begins with police protection

The long-pending land demarcation process for Survey No 18/1 in Mollo-Pale began on Friday under the supervision of the Department of Survey & Land Records (DSLR).

Traffic chaos in Anjuna as festive season kick-starts

RESIDENTS EXPRESS FRUSTRATION AS TOURISTS BLOCK DRIVEWAYS NARROW INTERNAL ROADS CHOKED

Unauthorised construction: Govt sets March 2025 deadline to clear 5,500 pending regularisation cases

ADDITIONAL COLLECTOR-I TASKED WITH OVERSEEING PROGRESS, SUBMIT MONTHLY REPORTS

Few 'bad apples' tarnishing reputation of dept: DGP

With a series of controversies tarnishing the image of Goa Police, Director General of Police (DGP) Alok Kumar on Friday expressed disappointment that misconduct by some personnel undermines the department's efforts.

Kejri says Nadda called Purvanchali people Rohingyas

AAP supremo Arvind Kejriwal on Friday accused BJP president J P Nadda of calling the people of the Purvanchali community \"Rohingyas and Bangladeshis\", and \"admitting\" that their names were being deleted from voters' list in Delhi ahead of assembly polls.

Tripura Police nabs 6 headed for B'desh

Tripura Police have detained six Bangladeshi nationals including two children and two women, after they came into the state from Delhi.

PM Modi to leave for Kuwait today

Gulf Outreach | The last Indian Prime Minister to visit Kuwait was Indira Gandhi in 1981

Heavy rain forecast for northern India

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) said heavy rainfall is anticipated over parts of coastal Andhra Pradesh and Odisha on Friday.

Ex-Hry CM Chautala no more

Former Haryana chief minister and Indian National Lok Dal (INLD) supremo Om Prakash Chautala passed away at 89 after suffering a cardiac arrest at his Gurugram residence on Friday.

Sambhal MP fined ₹1.91cr

Electricity Department has imposed a fine of Rs 1.91 crore on Lok Sabha MP from Sambhal Zia Ur Rehman and also disconnected the electricity supply to his residence for alleged power theft at his residence, an official said on Friday.