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Cash prizes to 1,345 cops for POCSO cases work

Gujarat Police Chief Vikas Sahay today recognized the efforts of police officers and staff involved in POCSO (Protection of Children from Sexual Offenses) cases, praising their commitment to safeguarding children and minor girls.

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November 28, 2024
Constitution Day celebrated
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Constitution Day celebrated

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel urged the people to view the Constitution not just as a book, but to make its supreme national interest as a way of life on the occasion of the Constitution Day.

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November 28, 2024
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BJP leaders among 18 nabbed for gambling

Halvad police busted a gambling den in Surendranagar and arrested 18 persons, including two prominent BJP leaders.

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November 28, 2024
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Cricketer Pujara's relative booked for molestation

A molestation case has been registered against Jeet Pabari, the brother-in-law of renowned cricketer Cheteshwar Pujara, by his ex-fiancé.

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November 28, 2024
'Night combing’ drive on in Ahd
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'Night combing’ drive on in Ahd

CHECKING | 3k vehicles impounded due to missing or incomplete documents

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November 28, 2024
Woman official dies in Lothal landslide
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Woman official dies in Lothal landslide

Tragedy struck Lothal, a prominent Harappan cultural site in Gujarat, as a landslide claimed the life of one woman official and left another seriously injured.

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November 28, 2024
Bus falls into gorge, One dead, 40 hurt
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Bus falls into gorge, One dead, 40 hurt

A devastating accident occurred in the early hours of Wednesday near Kosamba village in Surat district when a private luxury bus traveling from Rajasthan to Nashik plunged into a gorge.

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November 28, 2024
In 3 yrs, Ahd airport hikes UDF 400% for domestic, 935% for international travellers
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In 3 yrs, Ahd airport hikes UDF 400% for domestic, 935% for international travellers

In the last three years, the User Development Fee (UDF) at Ahmedabad Airport has risen by over 400% for domestic passengers and over 935% for international passengers.

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November 28, 2024
Chhattisgarh witnesses drop in temperature
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Chhattisgarh witnesses drop in temperature

Chhattisgarh is experiencing a noticeable drop in temperatures due to ongoing snowfall in the hilly regions of Jammu-Kashmir, Ladakh, and Himachal Pradesh.

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November 28, 2024
Probe ordered on allegations of DMF funds misuse
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Probe ordered on allegations of DMF funds misuse

The Union Mines Ministry's Additional Secretary has directed the Chhattisgarh Chief Secretary to investigate allegations of misuse of District Mineral Foundation (DMF) funds for the development of Satrenga, a tourist destination in Korba district.

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November 28, 2024
School girl gangrape case, principal, headmaster, teacher, Dy-ranger arrested
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School girl gangrape case, principal, headmaster, teacher, Dy-ranger arrested

In a shocking incident in Chhattisgarh's Manendragarh Chirmiri-Bharatpur (MCB) district, a 17-year-old girl studying in class 11 was brutally gang-raped by a group that included a principal, a headmaster, a lecturer, and a deputy ranger. The accused allegedly blackmailed and repeatedly sexually assaulted the victim.

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November 28, 2024
Cgarh to host National Games of Eklavya schools
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Cgarh to host National Games of Eklavya schools

The National Games for Eklavya Model Residential Schools will be held in Raipur from December 15 to 19, 2024. The prestigious event, aimed at nurturing and promoting sports talent among Scheduled Tribe students, marks a significant milestone for Chhattisgarh as the host state.

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November 28, 2024
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HC stays constable recruitment process

The High Court of Chhattisgarh has temporarily halted the ongoing recruitment process for various constable posts in the 2023-24 cycle.

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November 28, 2024
BJP-CONGRESS SPAR OVER EVM STANCE
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BJP-CONGRESS SPAR OVER EVM STANCE

POLITICAL WAR OF WORDS | BJP-Congress on EVM

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November 28, 2024
C'garh set to implement Eco-Restoration Policy
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C'garh set to implement Eco-Restoration Policy

Under the leadership of Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Dev Sai, Chhattisgarh is poised to become the second state in India to implement an eco-restoration policy, following Kerala.

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November 28, 2024
Speculations about Cabinet expansion in Karnataka gain momentum
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Speculations about Cabinet expansion in Karnataka gain momentum

Date not fixed for 'imminent' exercise, as per a senior minister

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November 28, 2024
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Notorious 'Chadar' gang arrested for mobile phone robbery

The accused have also committed thefts in Udupi and Uttara Kannada districts.

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November 28, 2024
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50 pc of DK coastline has eroded: MoS K V Singh

A total of 48.4 per cent of the 33 kilometers of Dakshina Kannada's shoreline has been eroded, making it the most affected among Karnataka's three coastal districts, said Union Minister of State K V Singh, citing a study by the National Centre for Coastal Research (NCCR).

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November 28, 2024
6.3 acres of land distributed under Forest Act, says Karnataka CM
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6.3 acres of land distributed under Forest Act, says Karnataka CM

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah disclosed that 4,856 title deeds had been approved for forest-dwelling tribes in Karnataka, adding 6,363 acres had been distributed.

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November 28, 2024
Bike taxis: A survival ride for Bengaluru's unemployed youth
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Bike taxis: A survival ride for Bengaluru's unemployed youth

Amid layoffs and economic uncertainty, young professionals turn to bike taxis to stay afloat, balancing dreams and financial realities

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November 28, 2024
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Barkha Dutt discusses 3 'tyrannies' faced by media

The three 'tyrannies' faced by the Indian media besides the rise of technology and the culture of news consumption were key topics covered by well-known scribe Barkha Dutt, who delivered a talk here on Tuesday.

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November 28, 2024
How does JD(S) vessel survive choppy seas?
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How does JD(S) vessel survive choppy seas?

The recent drubbing of JD(S) candidate Nikhil Kumaraswamy in Channapatna by more than 25,000 votes has once again put the focus back on the party's perceived existential crisis.

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November 28, 2024
HC shows displeasure over food poisoning in Maganur ZP school
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HC shows displeasure over food poisoning in Maganur ZP school

More than 50 people fell ill after having lunch at Maganur High School recently. In the same school, 29 students fell ill again within a week

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November 28, 2024
Single-window system for Red Sandalwood sales
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Single-window system for Red Sandalwood sales

Kalyan suggested that the Andhra Pradesh Forest Department be designated as the custodian for this single-window system. He highlighted that this approach would consolidate the grading, auctioning, and export of red sandalwood under a single authority, thereby increasing revenue through e-auctions

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November 28, 2024
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Congress-BRS on same path: BJP leader

BJP State vice-president and former MLA Dr NVSS Prabhakar today said the Congress-BRS were continuing the same path in governance style in Telangana State and were confining themselves to criticism and counter-criticism just to convince the people.

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November 28, 2024
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One dead, two critical after inhaling toxic fumes

Besides the single death and two critical cases on ventilator support, the remaining six are normal, said the Collector. Krishnan identified the deceased person as Amit, a 23-year-old helper in the factory from Odisha. He died at 12.30 pm today.

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November 28, 2024
Hyderabad Mayor conducts surprise inspection
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Hyderabad Mayor conducts surprise inspection

During the inspection, more than 1600 live birds, 30 kg of dressed chicken and 7 kgs of liver were found in the shops

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November 28, 2024
Congress party's graph is rising nationwide, says Bhatti
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Congress party's graph is rising nationwide, says Bhatti

Bhatti highlighted that the government credited Rs.18,000 crores to farmers' accounts within 15 days, a record in independent India's history

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November 28, 2024
Kalyan seeks extended deadline and revised funding for AIIB loan
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Kalyan seeks extended deadline and revised funding for AIIB loan

Impresses on Finance Minister, states loan crucial for development of rural roads in Andhra Pradesh

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November 28, 2024
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Uncertainty looms over Comunidade elections in South Goa as administrator goes on leave

Elections for the Comunidade bodies in the South Goa zone kick off on December 8, with the election process spread over the next two months. However, the absence of a full-fledged Administrator to head the South Goa Comunidades has cast a shadow in the run-up to the forthcoming elections.

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November 28, 2024