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Balco Violated C'garh Industrial Policy: Baghel
The Free Press Journal

Balco Violated C'garh Industrial Policy: Baghel

Bharat Aluminium Company Limited (BALCO), part of Vedanta Limited and one of India's largest aluminum manufacturers, has been accused of significantly violating Chhattisgarh's industrial policy in the context of recruitment.

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December 18, 2024
Amit Shah reviews LWE situation in Chhattisgarh
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Amit Shah reviews LWE situation in Chhattisgarh

Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah chaired a high-level review meeting in Raipur to assess the Left Wing Extremism (LWE) situation in Chhattisgarh.

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December 18, 2024
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MLA Anuj Sharma rings alarm bell over land encroachments

Bharatiya Janata Party MLA Anuj Sharma from Dharsiwa assembly constituency highlighted the issue of massive illegal land plotting and encroachment in his constituency during the second day of the Chhattisgarh Legislative Assembly's winter session on Tuesday through a call attention motion.

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December 18, 2024
Uproar in Assembly, bridge constructed without Tender
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Uproar in Assembly, bridge constructed without Tender

Govt opts defensive mode

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December 18, 2024
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37k high-risk individuals to be screened for leprosy

As part of the National Leprosy Eradication Programme and the Leprosy-Free Safe Maharashtra drive, the district health department has launched a leprosy screening campaign targeting 37,000 high-risk individuals.

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December 18, 2024
FOUR SBI OFFICIALS ARRESTED
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FOUR SBI OFFICIALS ARRESTED

Four officials of the State Bank of India (SBI) have been arrested in Kawardha district for allegedly activating the bank accounts of deceased account holders and embezzling funds.

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December 18, 2024
New scam lands at Bengaluru airport
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New scam lands at Bengaluru airport

A Bengaluru resident has sounded the alarm on a fraudulent taxi scheme allegedly targeting passengers at Kempegowda International Airport.

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December 18, 2024
The Free Press Journal

COMEDK UGET '25 exam on May 10

The Consortium of Medical, Engineering, and Dental Colleges of Karnataka (COMEDK) has officially announced the exam date for the Undergraduate Entrance Test (UGET) 2025.

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December 18, 2024
Congress prepares to celebrate Gandhi's 1924 Belagavi session
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Congress prepares to celebrate Gandhi's 1924 Belagavi session

AICC general secretary K C Venugopal on Tuesday reviewed preparations for the centenary celebrations of the 1924 Indian National Congress session, presided over by Mahatma Gandhi.

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December 18, 2024
BJP's intent is 'one nation, no election': K C Venugopal
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BJP's intent is 'one nation, no election': K C Venugopal

Targeting the BJP-led government at the Centre over the introduction of two bills in Lok Sabha that lay down the mechanism to hold simultaneous elections, AICC general secretary K C Venugopal on Tuesday said the clear intention behind 'one nation, one election' is \"one nation, no election\".

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December 18, 2024
Gowda to Parl:Think over caste-based quota
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Gowda to Parl:Think over caste-based quota

Former prime minister and JD(S) leader H D Deve Gowda on Tuesday called upon Parliament to contemplate whether reservation should continue to be given on the basis of caste or it should be changed to economic criteria.

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December 18, 2024
Bengaluru cops bust drug racket, seize banned MDMA crystals worth Rs 24 cr; foreigner held
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Bengaluru cops bust drug racket, seize banned MDMA crystals worth Rs 24 cr; foreigner held

A foreign national was arrested for allegedly running a drug racket and 12 kg banned MDMA crystals worth an estimated Rs 24 crore were seized from her possession here, police said on Tuesday.

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December 18, 2024
The Free Press Journal

Gender violence laws and suicides: The need for balanced reform

The tragic suicides of Atul Subhash and police constable Tippanna Alagur in Karnataka have reignited contentious debates surrounding the alleged misuse of gender violence laws, particularly IPC 498A and the Dowry Prohibition Act.

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December 18, 2024
Bengaluru police to challenge bail granted to Darshan, others
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Bengaluru police to challenge bail granted to Darshan, others

Bengaluru Police Commissioner B Dayananda on Tuesday said that efforts are on to file an appeal in the Supreme Court, against the bail granted to Kannada actor Darshan Thoogudeepa and other accused in the Renukaswamy murder case.

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December 18, 2024
Gukesh's World C'ship exploits could prove a boon for chess fans
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Gukesh's World C'ship exploits could prove a boon for chess fans

Following the incredible victory of D Gukesh, who won the Chess World Championship crown against Ding Liren, the enthusiasm to play chess, both in Bengaluru and across the state has seen a meteoric rise with the interest skyrocketing amongst parents and children.

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December 18, 2024
Deaths at Ballari hospital spark health reforms
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Deaths at Ballari hospital spark health reforms

Recent maternal deaths at the Ballari District Hospital have raised concerns, prompting swift action by Karnataka's Health and Family Welfare Department.

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December 18, 2024
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Deputy Mayor inspects Siripuri Colony in Tarnaka

The Deputy Mayor of Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) Mothe Srilatha Shobhan Reddy conducted an inspection in Siripuri Colony of Tarnaka Division, which is under Secunderabad Constituency to address the issues faced by the residents on Tuesday.

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December 18, 2024
The Free Press Journal

Boy allegedly dies by suicide at private school hostel in Hyderabad

A 12-year-old boy allegedly died by suicide in the hostel room of a private residential school in Hyderabad, police said on Tuesday.

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December 18, 2024
President Murmu urges doctors to serve rural areas
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President Murmu urges doctors to serve rural areas

Degree conferred to AIIMS Mangalagiri's first batch of 49 graduates

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December 18, 2024
Outside food banned in BC hostels
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Outside food banned in BC hostels

In a kneejerk reaction to the recent incident, the govt took a decision to ban outside food in hostels

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December 18, 2024
Tourism policy to target Rs 25,000 cr over the next 5 yrs
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Tourism policy to target Rs 25,000 cr over the next 5 yrs

The policy will include speedy clearances, safety measures, and world-class infrastructure to ensure ease of doing business

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December 18, 2024
SCR conducts pension adalat
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SCR conducts pension adalat

South Central Railway (SCR) conducted Pension Adalat 2024 at SCR headquarters, Rail Nilayam in Secunderabad on Monday.

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December 18, 2024
The Free Press Journal

SCR safety awards to 13 members, employee of month.

Arun Kumar Jain, General Manager, South Central Railway (SCR) presented \"Employee of the Month\" safety awards for the months of October and November to 13 employees during a safety review meeting held on Monday at Rail Nilayam, Secunderabad.

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December 18, 2024
The Free Press Journal

Tivim Pvt varsity: Public hearing on Dec 23

The Goa Industrial Development Corporation (GIDC) has announced a public hearing on December 23 to address objections and suggestions regarding the proposed World Peace University project at Tivim.

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December 18, 2024
Sawant's wife files defamation case against AAP MP
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Sawant's wife files defamation case against AAP MP

SEEKS APOLOGY, ₹100 CRORE IN DAMAGES | COURT ISSUES SUMMONS

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December 18, 2024
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Daybreak break-in bid at Margao chemist shop sparks outrage

A daring but abortive attempt by a thief to break into a chemist's shop on the main road, just metres away from the Margao flyover, has sparked outrage among Margao residents.

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December 18, 2024
State takes digital route to manage waste
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State takes digital route to manage waste

DIGITAL PLATFORM: FROM TRASH TO TECH

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December 18, 2024
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LS debates reservation bill for Goa's ST community

LIKELY TO BE TABLED IN THE RAJYA SABHA TODAY

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December 18, 2024
Days after GSPCB order, owner shuts down scrapyard Ops at Benaulim
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Days after GSPCB order, owner shuts down scrapyard Ops at Benaulim

UNIT FACED BOARD IRE FOR POLLUTION VIOLATIONS

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December 18, 2024
Goa eyes higher central tax share to fuel development
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Goa eyes higher central tax share to fuel development

TO MAKE CASE FOR INCREASING SHARE TO 50% FINANCE COMMISSION TO VISIT NEXT MONTH

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December 18, 2024