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70-year-old undergoes treatment for irregular heartbeat

A 70-year-old patient at the Advanced Cardiac Institute (ACI) of Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar Memorial Medical College Hospital, affiliated with Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru Memorial Medical College, Raipur of Chhattisgarh, underwent successful treatment for atrial fibrillation (irregular heartbeat) using radiofrequency ablation with 3D electrophysiology mapping.

IOC, Health department signs MoU for dialysis

In a significant step to enhance dialysis facilities in Chhattisgarh, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) has been signed on Wednesday between the Department of Health and Family Welfare, Indian Oil Corporation, and Fairfax India Charitable Foundation under the Prime Minister's National Dialysis Program.

Chhattisgarh launches rooftop solar initiative

In a significant move towards promoting clean energy and addressing personnel shortages, Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai distributed appointment letters to 375 newly selected junior engineers at the Chhattisgarh State Power Company Headquarters on Wednesday.

Registry process becomes more transparent

The ‘Sugam App’ has been introduced to make the property registry process more transparent and user-friendly.

CM stresses farmers' role in building a developed India

Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai on Wednesday highlighted the significant role farmers' play in creating a developed India.

Raipur DEO issues standard expenditure rates for candidates

Raipur Collector and District Election Officer Dr. Gaurav Singh has issued the standard rates for expenditure on various items for political parties and candidates contesting the Assembly by-election 2024 in Assembly Constituency No. 51 (Raipur City South).

Bengaluru building collapse: Six more bodies recovered

Six more bodies were recovered during a search and rescue operation after an under-construction building collapsed at Babusapalya, taking the death toll to seven, police said on Wednesday.

Karnataka government defends statewide 'Kambala', counters Peta's petition

The Karnataka government on Wednesday asserted before the High Court that 'Kambala', a traditional slush track buffalo race, represents the cultural heritage of the entire state, not just a particular region.

Cong: ED raid on Muda is to scare the CM

Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee spokesperson M Lakshmana on Wednesday described the recent Enforcement Directorate (ED) raid on the Muda office as one intended to target Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, to scare him.

BJP MLC slams State Congress

Former minister and BJP MLC AH Vishwanath on Wednesday condemned the state government for its reported failure to handle the situation emerging from the rains and flooding in the state capital, Bengaluru, and other parts of Karnataka.

Celebrate Diwali with eco-friendly firecrackers, urge authorities

As the Diwali festival approaches, District Collector Dr. N. Sivashankar has announced a ban on the sale and use of loud and polluting firecrackers.

K'taka, British Council ink deal to equip children with life skills

Karnataka government and British Council, the UK's international organisation for educational opportunities and cultural exchange, have signed an agreement to pilot a programme aimed at supporting primary school teachers and coaches in improving learning outcomes in physical education on Wednesday.

AP Govt to fast-track pending applications

The AP government has put a special focus on expediting pending applications related to building constructions, layouts, occupancy certificates, and AP RERA approvals in Amaravati region.

Nasa hospitals opens brain stroke centre in Hyderabad

Nasa Hospitals, which provides specialized medical treatments for brain and spinal diseases, has set up a comprehensive brain stroke centre in the State capital.

CM announces Ex-gratia of Rs 10 Lakh

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic incident in Badvel, Kadapa district, where a young girl was brutally murdered by a youth who doused her with petrol and set her ablaze.

Manipur: Curfew after protest over 11-yr-old girl's 'molestation'

Tension was palpable in the Tuibong sub-division of Manipur's Churachandpur where a bandh was called on Wednesday to protest the alleged molestation of a girl, 11, by a non-local person.

Tejashwi's uppercut for Nitish; Himanta steps on gas

RJD leader and former deputy chief minister Tejashwi Yadav on Wednesday created a political storm when he asserted that he would destroy those who would look at Muslims with bad intentions.

Criminal act: BJP wants TMC MP removed from Parl

The Bharatiya Janata Party on Wednesday charged that Trinamool Congress MP Kalyan Banerjee's smashing a glass bottle in rage during the Joint Parliamentary Committee meeting on Waqf Amendment Bill 2024 amounted to a \"criminal act,\" and citing a Supreme Court ruling demanded that his membership of Lok Sabha be \"terminated.\"

GIB chick born with AI aid

In a bid to save the endangered Great Indian Bustard (GIB), a major breakthrough has been achieved in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan where a chick has been born through Artificial Insemination (AI).

MHA advisory on 'special' cyber commandos

First batch of 246 commandos is already being trained at IIT Madras & Kanpur among other institutions

IS FPI SELLING THE CAUSE OF THE STOCK MARKET CRASH?

October 2024 has proven to be a challenging month for the Indian stock market, as it has witnessed the highest selling pressure so far this year.

Escorts Kubota to sell railway equipment biz to Sona Comstar for ₹1,600 crore

Farm and construction equipment firm Escorts Kubota Ltd on Wednesday said it will sell its railway equipment business division to Sona BLW Precision Forgings Ltd for Rs 1,600 crore.

TVS Motor Co Q2 PAT rises 41% to ₹588.13 cr

Chennai-based TVS Motor Company on Wednesday reported a 41.4 per cent rise in consolidated net profit at Rs 588.13 crore in the second quarter ended September 30, 2024 riding on record sales.

Bajaj Finserv Q2 profit up 8% at ₹2,087 crore

Bajaj Finserv on Wednesday reported an 8 per cent rise in its consolidated net profit to Rs 2,087 crore for the second quarter ended September 30.

Atul Greentech inks battery supply pact with Exide Energy

Electronic vehicle maker Atul Greentech on Wednesday said it has signed an agreement with Exide Energy Solutions (EESL) for supply of lithium-ion battery.

UCO Bank posts 50% jump in net profit to ₹603 cr in Sep quarter

UCO Bank has posted a 50% jump in net profit to Rs 603 crore in the September quarter, helped by improvement in interest income.

HUL Q2 profit down 2.33% to ₹2,595 cr

FMCG major Hindustan Unilever Ltd (HUL) on Wednesday reported a 2.33 per cent decline in consolidated net profit at Rs 2,595 crore for the second quarter ended in September 30, 2024 impacted by moderation in demand from the urban market.

Sebi slaps ₹40 lakh fine on Capital Vraddhi Financial Services, proprietor

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has slapped a Rs 40 lakh fine on an investment advisory firm for alleged regulatory violations.

SBI raises ₹5,000 cr via Basel III bonds

State Bank of India (SBI) on Wednesday said it has raised Rs 5,000 crore through issuance of its first Basel III-compliant Additional Tier 1 bonds for the current financial year.

SC junks NCLAT order approving Byju's parent co-BCCI deal in insolvency case

The Supreme Court on Wednesday set aside the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal's order approving the settlement deal between debt-ridden Think & Learn Pvt. Ltd., the parent of online educational services company BYJU'S, and its operational creditor, the Board of Control for Cricket in India.