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Career plan, assembly area are new admission 'requirements'

What's your career plan? In which assembly constituency you live?

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May 02, 2024
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BJP deceived every section with false assurances: Sachin Pilot

Congress in Chhattisgarh charge Sachin Pilot on Wednesday said that BJP remained in the government at the Centre with full majority for 10 years. It gave false assurances and deceived every section.

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May 02, 2024
Struggles for wealth redistribution should intensify: CPM
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Struggles for wealth redistribution should intensify: CPM

CPI(M) politburo member BV Raghavulu today called upon the working class to fight against exploitation and for redistribution of wealth.

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May 02, 2024
PROTECT AGAINST HEAT WAVE: IMDH
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PROTECT AGAINST HEAT WAVE: IMDH

heat wave, alert Amid (yellow) has been issued for the State by India Meteorological Department Hyderabad (IMD-H) as 18 districts in Telangana likely to witness heat wave conditions with temperatures soaring to a maximum of 44 degrees Celsius. The following Do's and Don'ts are reiterated for citizens of Telangana.

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May 02, 2024
Atal Sarovar opens on Gujarat Divas
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Atal Sarovar opens on Gujarat Divas

The inauguration of the much-awaited Atal Sarovar marked a special gift for Rajkot citizens on Gujarat divas, May 1. Developed by the Rajkot Municipal Corporation (RMC), the sprawling 2.93 lakh square metre lakefront complex promises a haven for recreation and leisure.

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May 02, 2024
AMUL and Dudhsagar Dairy otter voter Incentives
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AMUL and Dudhsagar Dairy otter voter Incentives

In a bid to bolster voter participation in the upcoming Lok Sabha general elections scheduled for May 7, the Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation Limited (GCMMF) -AMUL, and Dudhsagar Dairy announced innovative incentives for milk producers.

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May 02, 2024
Keep It Down: Modi about '400 Paar'
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Keep It Down: Modi about '400 Paar'

“How many times should I say it? I have seen the placard that you have brought. Now please keep it down, so that people can see me,” the Prime Minister said at a rally

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May 02, 2024
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Key 'star campaigners' on Congress list skip Goa turf

Apparently hamstrung by a general lack of resources, 'star campaigners' have gone missing from the campaign of the Opposition INDIA bloc's Congress candidates for the two Lok Sabha seats Ramakant Khalap (North) and Captain Viriato Fernandes (South) robbing it of the usual razzmatazz with barely five days to go.

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May 02, 2024
Monsoon woes loom for Margao council's leaky heritage building
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Monsoon woes loom for Margao council's leaky heritage building

STAFF FIX ROOF AS STOP-GAP ARRANGEMENT; CONCERNS RAISED AS PROPOSED RENOVATION PROJECT BY CIVIC BODY SEES NO PROGRESS

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May 02, 2024
Explosion in Tamil Nadu stone quarry kills three
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Explosion in Tamil Nadu stone quarry kills three

At least three workers were killed in an explosion at a stone quarry here on Wednesday, and in the impact, their body parts got strewn around, with some buried in debris, police said.

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May 02, 2024
As poll fever soars, so do temperatures in country
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As poll fever soars, so do temperatures in country

8 to 11 heatwave days predicted for Rajasthan, MP. Maharashtra & Guiarat: IMD

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May 02, 2024
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'Cannot use PMLA provision on pvt affairs of accused

Court raps ED for pressuring docs treating man accused of money laundering

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May 02, 2024
'I have also failed in PMT': Kota DM writes to motivate coaching students, parents
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'I have also failed in PMT': Kota DM writes to motivate coaching students, parents

In the wake of the rising cases of suicides, with two incidents taking place within three days, Kota District Collector Dr Ravinder Goswami Tuesday wrote separate letters to the NEET and JEE aspirants and their parents giving his own example of being a failure in the Pre-Medical Test several years ago.

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May 02, 2024
U.K. claims drastic drop in student dependents after visa crackdown
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U.K. claims drastic drop in student dependents after visa crackdown

The U.K. government has welcomed a \"significant fall\" in the number of dependents, or close family members such as a spouse and children, accompanying overseas students after its crackdown on student visas effective early this year.

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May 02, 2024
Govt's firm stand on buying Russian oil saves $8 bn in India's import bill
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Govt's firm stand on buying Russian oil saves $8 bn in India's import bill

India's strategy of continuing to buy cheap oil from Russia despite Western pressures against these purchases has resulted in the saving of around $7.9 billion in the country's oil import bill during the first 11 months of the fiscal year 2022-23 and also helped the country to lower its current account deficit.

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May 02, 2024
Domestic PV sales growth flat in April due to high base effect
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Domestic PV sales growth flat in April due to high base effect

Passenger vehicle sales in India kicked off on a flat note in new fiscal 2024-25 with 3.38 lakh units sold in April, impacted by high base effect and muted demand due to the ongoing general elections.

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May 02, 2024
Power consumption rises 11% to 144.25 bn units in Apr
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Power consumption rises 11% to 144.25 bn units in Apr

India's power consumption rose around 11 percent to 144.25 billion units (BU) in April as compared to the year-ago period, mainly due increase in temperatures.

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May 02, 2024
US Fed keeps rate steady; early cut unlikely
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US Fed keeps rate steady; early cut unlikely

The US Federal Reserve held its key interest rate steady again on Wednesday and there is no signal of a plan to lower it anytime soon following a resurgence of inflation early this year, USA Today reported.

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May 02, 2024
Empty beer bottles flood dividers
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Empty beer bottles flood dividers

Residents of Kalyani Nagar in Pune are raising serious concerns over the recurring issue of beer bottle dumping along Central Avenue, D mart lane and other areas as well highlighting the potential threats posed to the safety and cleanliness of the area, particularly given its proximity to schools and hospitals.

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May 02, 2024
Badlaav: Pune's catalyst for gender equality and mental health
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Badlaav: Pune's catalyst for gender equality and mental health

In a world where gender discrimination still persists, the NGO Badlaav in Pune is leading the charge for change. Dedicated to promoting gender equality and empowering girls, the organisation is making waves with its impactful programs aimed at providing counseling, training courses, and raising awareness about menstrual hygiene.

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May 02, 2024
Coastal Road's 2 interchanges to now remain open for 16 hrs
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Coastal Road's 2 interchanges to now remain open for 16 hrs

The vehicular movement on the Coastal Road's southbound arm will now be allowed for 16 hours a day from 7am to 11pm - on a trial basis. Earlier, the timings were from 8am to 8pm.

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May 02, 2024
Steel parts delay likely to impact Gokhale bridge's 2nd arm opening
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Steel parts delay likely to impact Gokhale bridge's 2nd arm opening

22 heavy-duty components were expected in April; May deadline to launch girder uncertain

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May 02, 2024
With desilting, Banganga revamp’s phase 1 nears end
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With desilting, Banganga revamp’s phase 1 nears end

The BMC has started desilting works in the precinct of Banganga tank, an 11th century grade 1 heritage structure belonging to Gaud Saraswat Brahmin temple trust and maintained by the state archaeological department.

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May 02, 2024
40th children's meet with little ones as chief guests
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40th children's meet with little ones as chief guests

Around 2,100 children from 34 shelter homes in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region gathered at Shanmukhananda Hall on Wednesday to attend a variety programme presented by over 750 children shelter homes.

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May 02, 2024
Sufis urge Saudis to rebuild tombs of Prophet's kin
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Sufis urge Saudis to rebuild tombs of Prophet's kin

Meeting recently held at Ajmer to announce plans to appeal; no response from the Saudi govt so far

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May 02, 2024
Rail rage? Victim changing story
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Rail rage? Victim changing story

The victim claims he was pushed from a Panvel-CSMT local train between Belapur and Seawoods stations by four people; lost right arm; cops say details of incident inconsistent

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May 02, 2024
Maharashtra Day: The journey to success
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Maharashtra Day: The journey to success

Maharashtra Day was celewith enthusiasm brated on across the state Wednesday. The day was marked by speeches, parades, cultural programmes, competitions and seminars to honour the state's establishment in 1960.

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May 02, 2024
Real Sena? Polls will decide that
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Real Sena? Polls will decide that

The line-up became clear on Wednesday as candidates for all the six seats were announced by the major parties. In three seats, the rival factions of Sena are pitted against each other

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May 02, 2024
'Family' affair for Yadavs
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'Family' affair for Yadavs

SP's strategic shift from Mulayam legacy surprises all

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May 02, 2024
Cong must give in writing it won't amend statute: Modi
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Cong must give in writing it won't amend statute: Modi

Grand Old Party's 'Mohabbat ki Dukan' a fake factory

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May 02, 2024