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Priyank Favours Independent Probe of Contractor's 'Suicide'

Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge on Saturday said he is in favour of an independent and free probe by an agency under the state's Home Department into the alleged suicide of a contractor in Bidar earlier this week.

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December 29, 2024
Elaborate security measures for New Year celebrations in Bengaluru
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Elaborate security measures for New Year celebrations in Bengaluru

Separate meetings have been held with representatives from Ola and Uber, and pickup locations have been arranged.

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December 29, 2024
Kumbh Mela: Special train to ply between Mysuru and Lucknow
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Kumbh Mela: Special train to ply between Mysuru and Lucknow

South Western Railway (SWR) announced that it will operate a one-way special train between Mysuru and Lucknow early on Sunday to cater to the extra rush of passengers traveling to attend the Kumbh Mela.

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December 29, 2024
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Transgender person appointed as guest lecturer in Karnataka

With her appointment to Vijayanagara Sri Krishnadevaraya University, 27-year-old K N Renuka Pujar has likely become the first transgender person to be appointed as a guest lecturer at a university in Karnataka.

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December 29, 2024
K'taka's 2024 Punctuated With Bomb Blast, Murders, Suicides
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K'taka's 2024 Punctuated With Bomb Blast, Murders, Suicides

The bomb blast at Rameshwaram Cafe on March 1 here stood out for Karnataka in a year that saw its share of twists in the script, particularly with weather and politics.

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December 29, 2024
HYDRAA to become more active in New Year, plans ready: Ranganath
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HYDRAA to become more active in New Year, plans ready: Ranganath

Boundaries of 1025 new lakes are being established. FM radio will be started in Hyderabad to disseminate information about HYDRAA. Illegal structures are being identified through satellite images

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December 29, 2024
Locals raise alarm over contaminated drinking water
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Locals raise alarm over contaminated drinking water

Residents of Chinta Bavi and Doodh Bavi areas under the Mettuguda division in the Secunderabad constituency raised concerns about contaminated drinking water on Saturday.

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December 29, 2024
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Janardhan Reddy's 17th Death Anniv Observed

Minister for IT and Industries Duddilla Sridhar Babu said that former MLA and Congress leader late P Janardhan Reddy was a lifelong champion for the poor people and workers and he would forever remain in the hearts of the people.

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December 29, 2024
Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu Unveils Assembly Calendar, Celebrates Personalities
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Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu Unveils Assembly Calendar, Celebrates Personalities

The calendar celebrates the contributions of notable Telugu personalities who played a pivotal role in the drafting of the Indian Constitution. Highlighting the greatness of each individual

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December 29, 2024
100-Bed Hospital Coming Up in Saluru
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100-Bed Hospital Coming Up in Saluru

State Minister for Women, Child Welfare, and Tribal Welfare, Gummadi Sandhya Rani, announced that the construction of a 100-bed hospital in Saluru has resumed.

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December 29, 2024
Job Opportunities for 25 Lakh Unemployed Youth
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Job Opportunities for 25 Lakh Unemployed Youth

District Collector Dr. G. Lakshmisha said that unemployed youth will be able to settle in life only when they take advantage of the job opportunities that come their way.

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December 29, 2024
Davorlim, Aquem Baixo p'yats raze illegal gaddas, encroachments
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Davorlim, Aquem Baixo p'yats raze illegal gaddas, encroachments

QUERIES RAISED ABOUT WHY MMC, PWD ARE DRAGGING THEIR FEET ON SIMILAR ACTION IN MARGAO

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December 29, 2024
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Govt approves special scheme to support fair price shops

In what could give a major boost towards strengthening the financial position of the 450 fair price shop (FPS) operations, the State government has accorded its approval to the special \"Compensation to FPS Dealers\" scheme,

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December 29, 2024
Centre pulls up State govt over delay in biogas plant
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Centre pulls up State govt over delay in biogas plant

Seeks resolving approval, operational delays

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December 29, 2024
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Goan overseas voters neglect duty, draw blank at LS poll

Election Commission Data Reveals No Non-Resident Indian Voted In June

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December 29, 2024
All set for Shree Shantadurga Kunkallikarin zatra on Jan 4
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All set for Shree Shantadurga Kunkallikarin zatra on Jan 4

The annual zatrotsav of Shree Shantadurga Kunkallikarin Sausthan, Fatorpa will commence on January 4 and will conclude on January 9.

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December 29, 2024
FDA Cracks Down on Food Outlets as Tourism Peaks
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FDA Cracks Down on Food Outlets as Tourism Peaks

CALANGUTE STALLS RAIDED, GOODS CONFISCATED

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December 29, 2024
New turtle nesting season begins with first batch of 65 Olive Ridley eggs at Agonda beach
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New turtle nesting season begins with first batch of 65 Olive Ridley eggs at Agonda beach

In a boost to the South Goa Marine Range of the Forest Department, the new turtle nesting season got its first batch of 65 Olive Ridley turtle eggs at the Agonda Turtle Rehabilitation Centre (TRC) early Saturday morning.

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December 29, 2024
Man Arrested With Drugs Worth ₹5 Lakh in Vasco
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Man Arrested With Drugs Worth ₹5 Lakh in Vasco

Vasco Police arrested a man from Bethora-Ponda in possession of illegal substances suspected to be ganja and valued at Rs 5 lakh.

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December 29, 2024
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Katra bandh: JCCI for resolution soon

The shutdown against a proposed ropeway project in the Trikuta hills of Reasi district entered its fourth day on Saturday, with protesters continuing a hunger strike for the release of several people detained by police in Katra.

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December 29, 2024
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SC pulls up Punjab govt over Dalliwal's non-hospitalisation

In a special sitting on Saturday, the Supreme Court pulled up the Punjab government over its failure to hospitalise farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal, who is on a fast unto death.

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December 29, 2024
The Free Press Journal

BJP scraps 9 dists, 3 divs created by Cong

The BJP government in Rajasthan scraped 9 out of 17 districts and all 3 divisions formed during the Ashok Gehlot rule.

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December 29, 2024
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2 Nabbed for Grenade Attack in Amritsar

Punjab police on Saturday claimed to have arrested two members of a narco-terror module being operated by foreign-based handlers, who had also allegedly lobbed a hand-grenade at the Islamabad area police station in Amritsar on December 17.

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December 29, 2024
Heavy Snowfall Cripples Kashmir, Himachal; Thousands Stranded
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Heavy Snowfall Cripples Kashmir, Himachal; Thousands Stranded

Rain Reign | Downpour Triggers Chilly Conditions in Jaipur, Other Parts of Raj

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December 29, 2024
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Militants open fire, injure 4

Manipur CM Biren condemns attack, calls for calm and unity

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December 29, 2024
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FIIs Remain Net Investors in India

Despite stock market volatility amid geopolitical uncertainties, foreign institutional investors remained net investors in India so far this year, as the country's economy showed resilience, market watchers said.

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December 29, 2024
Kejri faces heat as AAP schemes to be probed
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Kejri faces heat as AAP schemes to be probed

Poll Pourri | Delhi Police directed to take action against those violating privacy laws by carrying out unauthorised registrations

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December 29, 2024
The Free Press Journal

50 Arrested in Connection With Sambhal Violence

Additional Superintendent of Police (ASP) in Sambhal, Shrish Chandra on Saturday said that a total of 50 people have been arrested in connection with the violence near the Jama Masjid area in Sambhal district on November 24.

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December 29, 2024
The Free Press Journal

Tejashwi rules out CM Nitish's return

RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav on Saturday alleged that Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar was not able to function properly as he was now a \"captive\" to a handful of close aides.

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December 29, 2024
Maha Kumbh: Fake booking websites swindling devotees
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Maha Kumbh: Fake booking websites swindling devotees

Cyber fraudsters have turned the upcoming Maha Kumbh Mela into a lucrative target, luring devotees with fake promises of VIP bathing experiences and luxury accommodations.

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December 29, 2024