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PMJAY scam: 2 hospitals suspended, two fined

The Gujarat government today announced that it has suspended two hospitals and penalised two others for irregularities under the Prime Minister Jan Aarogya-Ma Yojana.

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December 19, 2024
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Property tax defaulters to be named, shamed

In an unconventional move to recover overdue property taxes, the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) launched a public campaign on Tuesday, targeting chronic defaulters by announcing their names in their neighborhoods accompanied by drumbeats.

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December 19, 2024
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Amdavadis share wishlist for AMC's 2025 Budget

As part of its citizen engagement initiative, the Amdavad Municipal Corporation (AMC) has invited suggestions from residents to shape the upcoming 2025 budget.

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December 19, 2024
Ayushman card fraud busted
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Ayushman card fraud busted

CRIME BRANCH UNEARTHED | Fake cards sold for ₹1,500-₹2,000 each, 8 arrested

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December 19, 2024
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Woman accuses 'unfaithful' hubby of harassment

A woman from Danilimda, Ahmedabad, has lodged a complaint with the Chandkheda police, accusing her husband and in-laws of harassment and forcing her to file for divorce after she discovered her husband's extra-marital affair.

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December 19, 2024
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Simplified licensing rules for small medical institutions

In a significant move to boost healthcare accessibility, the Chhattisgarh government has amended the Chhattisgarh State Hospital and Treatment Related Establishments Licensing Rules, 2013, providing major relief to medical institutions with up to 30 beds.

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December 19, 2024
Health Minister visits Pandwani legend Teejan Bai
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Health Minister visits Pandwani legend Teejan Bai

Chhattisgarh Health Minister Shyam Bihari Jaiswal, accompanied by local MLAs, visited Padma Vibhushan awardee and Pandwani folk singer Teejan Bai at her residence in Ganiyari, Patan block, Durg district, to inquire about her health and well-being.

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December 19, 2024
Subodh Kumar Singh (IAS) set to return to C'garh
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Subodh Kumar Singh (IAS) set to return to C'garh

The Centre has approved the return of IAS officer Subodh Kumar Singh to Chhattisgarh after a five-year deputation in Delhi.

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December 19, 2024
Raipur residents embrace 'Khushhal Ek Saal'
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Raipur residents embrace 'Khushhal Ek Saal'

Residents of Raipur enthusiastically participated in the Khushhal Ek Saal event held at Marine Drive, Telibandha, and at Katora Talab premises on Wednesday.

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December 19, 2024
Congress organizes protest march to Raj Bhavan
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Congress organizes protest march to Raj Bhavan

Acting on directives from the All India Congress Committee (AICC), the Chhattisgarh Pradesh Congress Committee, under the leadership of its President Deepak Baij, staged a protest march to Raj Bhavan on Wednesday.

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December 19, 2024
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Chhattisgarh BJP MPs get party notice

The highly anticipated 'One Nation, One Election' Bill, officially titled the 'Constitution (129th Amendment) Bill 2024', was introduced in the Lok Sabha by Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal amidst uproar from the opposition.

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December 19, 2024
ED conducts raid on Houses of Rafique, Iqbal
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ED conducts raid on Houses of Rafique, Iqbal

Both are close aide of Anwar Dhebar, accused of multi-crore rupees liquor scam

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December 19, 2024
'Guru Ghasidas' message of equality remains relevant'
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'Guru Ghasidas' message of equality remains relevant'

CELEBRATIONS ACROSS STATE | Birth Anniversary

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December 19, 2024
Allegations of civilian casualties, injured children
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Allegations of civilian casualties, injured children

The December 12 encounter in the Abujhmad area of Chhattisgarh, where police claimed to have killed seven Naxalites, has sparked controversy after reports emerged of injuries to four children, including a minor girl with a severe bullet injury.

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December 19, 2024
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Cybercrime helpline fails victims in B’luru?

Cybercrimes in Bengaluru are at an all-time high, but shockingly, none of the phone numbers of the CEN Crime Police Station (East Division) meant to assist victims are operational, according to a social worker.

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December 19, 2024
Govt will not remove temples built on Waqf properties, CM
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Govt will not remove temples built on Waqf properties, CM

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Wednesday assured the Karnataka Assembly that the government will not remove those temples which are built on Waqf properties.

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December 19, 2024
Yediyurappa's petition seeks case quashing
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Yediyurappa's petition seeks case quashing

The Karnataka High Court has adjourned the hearing of a petition seeking the quashing of a case registered against former chief minister BS Yediyurappa for allegedly sexually harassing a minor girl, to Thursday.

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December 19, 2024
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MUDA scam: Complainant approaches Lokayukta police over 'bid to lure him'

An RTI activist on whose complaint a case was registered in the MUDA site allotment scam said that a person claiming to be personal assistant of Parvathi B M, wife of Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, \"attempted to lure and pressurise\" him and his son.

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December 19, 2024
Revolutionising water mgmt in Karnataka's coffee farms
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Revolutionising water mgmt in Karnataka's coffee farms

Sustainable ways

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December 19, 2024
BJP attacks Cong over maternal deaths in state
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BJP attacks Cong over maternal deaths in state

The Karnataka BJP on Wednesday launched a scathing attack on the ruling Congress over the recent maternal deaths in the state, alleging the medical department itself was \"ailing\" and under the control of a \"medical mafia.\"

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December 19, 2024
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Kannada actor Darshan out of hospital

Kannada actor Darshan Thoogudeepa was on Wednesday discharged from a private hospital in Kengeri, where he had been admitted since October 30.

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December 19, 2024
BMTC bags two awards at Smart Automotive Summit 2024
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BMTC bags two awards at Smart Automotive Summit 2024

The Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC) has earned prestigious recognition at the Smart Automotive Summit Excellence Awards 2024, held on December 18, 2024, at Vivantha Bengaluru, Whitefield.

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December 19, 2024
Amit Shah's remarks on Ambedkar extension of long-standing RSS ideology: Siddaramaiah
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Amit Shah's remarks on Ambedkar extension of long-standing RSS ideology: Siddaramaiah

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Wednesday hit out at Home Minister Amit Shah for his remarks on B.R. Ambedkar, calling it an insult to the chief architect of the Constitution.

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December 19, 2024
Rocked and rolled: Voices of concern over Bambolim stadium condition after concert
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Rocked and rolled: Voices of concern over Bambolim stadium condition after concert

Ryan Adams concert held at Bambolim Athletic Stadium has raised concerns among sports enthusiasts and local athletes about the impact on the venue's condition.

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December 19, 2024
Act or face contempt case, citizen writes to CS
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Act or face contempt case, citizen writes to CS

Illegal and unauthorized constructions on comunidade and government land in the State have once again come under scrutiny, potentially placing the administration and government in a challenging position.

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December 19, 2024
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Arbitrary decision: HC on LDC posts cancellation in TCP dept

DIRECTS GOVERNMENT TO RESUME RECRUITMENT PROCESS, COMPLETE IT WITHIN SIX MONTHS

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December 19, 2024
Colva creek contamination: As legal battle in court continues, wastewater invades beach
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Colva creek contamination: As legal battle in court continues, wastewater invades beach

Activist files affidavit in HC as sewage discharge persists despite presence of STP

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December 19, 2024
GSPCB gets tough on noise pollution along North coast
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GSPCB gets tough on noise pollution along North coast

OPERATING LICENCES OF THREE TOP CLUBS REVOKED; FOUR OTHERS TOLD TO STOP OPERATIONS FOR VIOLATING RULES

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December 19, 2024
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Offshore casinos get last extension till March 2027

CM says relocation after this period

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December 19, 2024
AP schools to roll out zone-based meals post Sankranti
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AP schools to roll out zone-based meals post Sankranti

mid-day meal makeover

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December 19, 2024