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Good Governance Award Scheme by Haryana to recognise outstanding public service

The state government has notified the 'Haryana Good Governance Award Scheme 2024' (Haryana Sushaasan Puraskaar Yojana 2024).

Gen Dwivedi to be honoured with Nepal Army's top title during four-day visit

Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Upendra Dwivedi (photo) is set to receive the honorary rank of \"General of the Nepal Army\" from Nepalese President Ramchandra Paudel during his visit to Nepal.

Himachal government to provide assistance of ₹4 lakh to widows, disabled women and ‘Ekal Naris': CM

To support widows, disabled women and 'Ekal Naris\", the Himachal Pradesh govemment will provide assistance of Rs 4 lakh to construct houses.

Party 'deviated' from stand: Anil Joshi resigns from Akali Dal

Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) leader and former Punjab minister Anil Joshi, a prominent Hindu leader in Amritsar, on Wednesday resigned from the party, saying he found himself a \"misfit\" there.

J&K: RR commanders discuss counter-insurgency strategies

GOC-in-C, Northern Command, Lt. General Suchindra Kumar lauded the stellar performance of Rashtriya Rifles in restoring peace and stability in Jammu & Kashmir over the past decades

Madras HC entrusts TN hooch tragedy probe to CBI

In a major setback for the DMK government, Madras High Court on Wednesday entrusted to the CBI the probe into the Kallakurichi hooch tragedy, which claimed 68 lives in July this year.

From Hindi imposition to Manipur violence, DMK's litany of charges against Modi govt

Slamming the BJP-led Union Government for its persistence with imposing Hindi by dis-regarding Tamil and other languages and washing its hands off Manipur, the ruling DMK in Tamil Nadu on Wednesday charged the Centre with usurping the legitimate rights of the states.

Rahul asks T'gana CM to frame law for gig workers

CM Revanth also promised to make gig workers’ policy comprehensive and inclusive

UP introduces all-terrain vehicles for fire safety at Mahakumbh

Committed to making Mahakumbh 2025 a safe and green event, the Uttar Pradesh government is introducing all-terrain vehicles for the first time in the fair.

Raj govt makes The Sabarmati Report tax free

The Rajasthan government on Wednesday declared the Vikrant Massey-starrer movie The Sabarmati Report tax free in the state.

Accelerating progress towards SDGs requires inclusive growth: G20 Troika

Lamenting the fact that the global growth rate at just over 3 per cent is the lowest since the turn of the century when an average of nearly 4 per cent prevailed till COVID pandemic, the G20 Troika of Brazil, India and South Africa on Wednesday observed that accelerating progress towards sustainable development goals (SDGs) requires inclusive digital transformation.

Had we united 500 years ago, we might not have faced slavery: CM Yogi in Ayodhya

Highlighting the construction of the grand Shri Ram temple in Ayodhya and the importance of unity in Sanatan Dharma, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday said that a task that had been stalled for 500 years, for which countless generations made sacrifices, was completed in just two years under PM Narendra Modi's leadership.

SP, BJP accuse each other of rigging in UP bypolls

The Election Commission on Wednesday suspended seven policemen over complaints of rigging of Uttar Pradesh bypolls.

Sachin Pilot demands judicial inquiry into SDM slapping incident

Congress leader Sachin Pilot has demanded a judicial inquiry into the recent SDM slapping incident at Samarvata village during the November 13 bypoll in Rajasthan.

India, Australia reiterate resolve to strengthen Quad cooperation

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Australian counterpart Anthony Albanese have reiterated their commitment to strengthening cooperation through Quad as a force for global good which delivers real, positive and enduring impact for the Indo-Pacific, to advance their shared vision for a region that is free, open, inclusive and resilient.

Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai meets HM Amit Shah

Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai met with Union Home Minister Amit Shah in Delhi on Wednesday, to discuss the progress in combating Left Wing Extremism in the state and expressed confidence in making the state 'Naxal-free' by March 2026.

Bus route in dead owner's name: DM orders probe

The East Burdwan district administration has woken up to the fact on how a passenger route was allowed to continue even though the route owner had died eight months ago.

CM medal winner woman SI becomes first woman officer in-charge in ADPC

A lady sub-inspector, Nasrin Sultana, the officer in-charge of Rupnarayanpur police outpost has become the first woman to become the officer in-charge of a police station of Asansol Durgapur Police Commissionerate (ADPC) since its formation in September 2011.

Securing India's coasts through multi-agency ops

The importance of coastal security was acknowledged long ago.

COP-29: India's stand on 'Just Transition' good news for state on Deucha Pachamiproject

The West Bengal government's flagship initiative, Deucha Pachami coal block project in Birbhum district, will now have no hindrance from the Centre in terms of (Just Transition' policy.

Bengal govt to submit report on Beldanga clashes to Calcutta HC

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Son of KMC councillor arrested for reckless driving

Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC) councillor Mitali Bandyopadhyay's younger son Suddhaswatta Bandyopadhyay was arrested on charge of rash driving.

Children urge UNICEF officials for regular interaction with them

Children have urged UNICEF (United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund) authorities to meet them annually and take their opinion before making schemes for their development.

Varsity radio expands with internet service for global audience

Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology (MAKAUT) has achieved a significant milestone by connecting its community radio station, Radio MAKAUT 90.0 FM, to internet services.

Bengal school job case: No bail to Partha after HC split verdict

The former minister's bail plea hearing in Supreme Court was adjourned due to the non-sitting of the Bench

Man killed for refusing dau ghter's hand in marriage

An elderly businessman died after being attacked by a young man.

Senior doctors seek appointment with chief secy

Senior doctors of state-run hospitals have sought an appointment with chief secretary Manoj Pant to discuss streamlining work from Swasthya Bhavan.

Harnessing solar energy and lessons on plastic waste management

An awareness programme on menstrual health and hygiene, targeting young girls aged 11-15 years, DGCI&S presented an incinerator machine to three participating schools to better support menstrual hygiene management at such schools.

New alternative bus terminal to ease traffic congestion

The state transport department, in collaboration with the Siliguri Municipal Corporation (SMC) inaugurated a new alternative bus terminal at Tinbatti, near Uttarkanya Branch Secretariat in Siliguri.

KMC to start work for model school in ward 79

The Kolkata Municipal Corporation is to soon issue a work order to kick off the construction of a model school by the civic body in ward 79.