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Ahd flyers opt for connecting flights to save on int'l airfare
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Ahd flyers opt for connecting flights to save on int'l airfare

Travelers from Ahmedabad increasingly prefer connecting flights through Mumbai or Delhi to save on international airfare, as direct flights from Ahmedabad remain significantly costlier.

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December 21, 2024
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Morbi man caught with 12 kg of drugs

A man was arrested with 12 kilograms of drugs (hybrid cannabis) worth ₹3.60 crore near the Vatva toll booth on Sardar Patel Ring Road in Ahmedabad.

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December 21, 2024
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Three additional trains for Maha Kumbh Mela from state

For the convenience of passengers and to clear the extra rush during the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025, Western Railway has decided to run three pairs of Maha Kumbh Mela Special Trains on special fare between Ahmedabad-Janghai, Rajkot-Banaras, and Veraval-Banaras stations.

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December 21, 2024
AMC's multilevel parking has few takers
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AMC's multilevel parking has few takers

Amidst the persistent parking woes near Prahladnagar Garden, an eight-storeyed multilevel parking facility looms tall, yet remains utterly underutilised.

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December 21, 2024
2 Kheda policemen booked in ₹ 3.75 lakh bribe case
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2 Kheda policemen booked in ₹ 3.75 lakh bribe case

Two police officials from Kheda have been booked by the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) for allegedly demanding a bribe of ₹3.75 lakh in February 2023.

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December 21, 2024
Consumer court orders Air India to pay compensation
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Consumer court orders Air India to pay compensation

The District Consumer Dispute Redressal Forum, Raipur, Chhattisgarh, in Aditya Shrivastava vs. Air India case has ruled against the Air India asking the company to pay compensation to the complainant on Friday.

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December 21, 2024
Manoj Joshi visits CM Sai
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Manoj Joshi visits CM Sai

Renowned actor and Padmashree awardee Manoj Joshi paid a courtesy visit to Chief Minister Vishnu Dev Sai at his residence office on Friday.

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December 21, 2024
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Naxal IED blast, 2 soldiers airlifted to Raipur

The ongoing Naxalite threat in the affected districts of Chhattisgarh took a violent turn on Friday as Naxalites triggered an IED blast in Narayanpur district.

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December 21, 2024
EOW to Investigate Medicine Procurement Scam
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EOW to Investigate Medicine Procurement Scam

Kaushik alleged massive irregularities occurred in procurement of medicines

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December 21, 2024
C'garh waives market, farmer welfare fees
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C'garh waives market, farmer welfare fees

The Chhattisgarh government, under the leadership of Chief Minister Vishnu Dev Sai, has announced a complete exemption from market fees and farmer welfare fees on pulses, oilseeds, and wheat.

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December 21, 2024
Workshop on "Forest Fire Prevention and Management" Held in Nawa Raipur
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Workshop on "Forest Fire Prevention and Management" Held in Nawa Raipur

A workshop on \"Forest Fire Prevention and Management\" was organized by the Department of Forest and Climate Change, Government of Chhattisgarh, at the Dandakaranya Auditorium of Aranya Bhavan, Nava Raipur, on Friday.

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December 21, 2024
Winter session of Chhattisgarh legislative assembly concludes
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Winter session of Chhattisgarh legislative assembly concludes

The winter session of the Chhattisgarh Legislative Assembly was adjourned sine die on Friday.

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December 21, 2024
'Accelerate procurement, ensure seamless process'
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'Accelerate procurement, ensure seamless process'

PADDY PROCUREMENT REVIEW | Yet to pick pace

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December 21, 2024
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Chhattisgarh Assembly adjourns amid tensions over rising crime rates

The Chhattisgarh Legislative Assembly was adjourned for a brief period on Friday following a heated exchange between Congress and BJP legislators over the deteriorating law and order situation in the state.

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December 21, 2024
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ZP CEO pays surprise visit to GP in Hunsur

Zilla Panchayat chief executive officer (ZP CEO) Gayatri KM has directed taluk panchayat officials to initiate all measures for construction of the new building of Kallahalli Gram Panchayat and ensure the effective functioning of Bapuji Seva Kendra at the GP.

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December 21, 2024
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'Molesting girls': School staff booked

Gundlupet Police have filed a FIR against a staffer of Melukamanahalli Morarji Desai Residential School at Gundlupet taluk of Chamarajanagar district for allegedly molesting minor girls of the school.

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December 21, 2024
Shocked and sad, says Hebbalkar accusing BJP MLC of using derogatory word
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Shocked and sad, says Hebbalkar accusing BJP MLC of using derogatory word

Karnataka Minister Laxmi Hebbalkar, who has accused BJP MLC C T Ravi of using a derogatory word against her in the Legislative Council, on Friday said she is in \"great shock and sadness\" following the incident.

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December 21, 2024
DKS rules out interference in police action against BJP leader
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DKS rules out interference in police action against BJP leader

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar on Friday ruled out any government interference in the police action and arrest of BJP MLC C T Ravi, who was held for allegedly using a derogatory word against minister Laxmi Hebbalkar.

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December 21, 2024
'Memory of socialist martyrs to aid harmony'
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'Memory of socialist martyrs to aid harmony'

At a time when communalism threatens social harmony, All India Democratic Students Organisation (AIDSO) said that it was highlighting the martyrdom of Hindu and Muslim socialists at the hands of British colonialists to bridge gaps.

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December 21, 2024
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Sack Mallikarjun, Congress Davangere dist MLA tells DKS

Infighting has broken out in the Congress, this time in Davangere district, as Channagiri MLA Basavaraju V Shivaganga wrote to Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar demanding sacking of Minister for Horticulture, Mines and Geology SS Mallikarjun from the Cabinet over alleged undermining of party interests.

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December 21, 2024
Infra projects highlights misplaced priorities of BBMP
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Infra projects highlights misplaced priorities of BBMP

A stimulating discussion on \"Misplaced Priorities of BBMP's Infrastructure Projects\" was held on December 20, 2024, at Gandhi Bhavan, Bengaluru.

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December 21, 2024
Kannada meet chairman seeks fair share of central taxes
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Kannada meet chairman seeks fair share of central taxes

Folk expert Go Ru Channabasappa on Friday wants the state government to initiate measures to protect Kannada besides reaching out to the younger generation by utilizing technology effectively.

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December 21, 2024
Fast selling out Ed Sheeran show prompts organisers to add extra show
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Fast selling out Ed Sheeran show prompts organisers to add extra show

Good news to Ed Sheeran's fans in Bengaluru who weren't able to get affordable tickets the first time round. An extra show is added to the four-time Grammy award winner's The Mathematics Tour in Bengaluru.

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December 21, 2024
Arrested BJP leader slams police for 'violating' human rights
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Arrested BJP leader slams police for 'violating' human rights

Karnataka BJP MLC C T Ravi, who has been arrested for allegedly using a derogatory word against Minister Laxmi Hebbalkar, on Friday accused the police of \"violating\" human rights, as he alleged that they took him on rounds the entire night to various places in the district.

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December 21, 2024
Job fair to be held in IIIT Nuziveedu
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Job fair to be held in IIIT Nuziveedu

Andhra Pradesh Housing and Information and Public Relations Minister Kolusu Parthasarathy inaugurated the 'Mega Job Mela' at IIIT Nuziveedu on Friday along with Eluru District Collector K. Vetriselvi.

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December 21, 2024
Dalit speaker faced humiliation in TG Assembly: Seethakka
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Dalit speaker faced humiliation in TG Assembly: Seethakka

Minister for Panchayat Raj Seethakka stated that Dr. B. R. Ambedkar was disrespected in Parliament, and the Dalit Speaker faced humiliation in the Telangana Assembly.

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December 21, 2024
Time to launch new phase of self-reliance in defence
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Time to launch new phase of self-reliance in defence

President Droupadi Murmu on Friday said the time is now ripe for launching a new phase of self-reliance in defence production by manufacturing technologically advanced equipment within the country.

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December 21, 2024
BC hostel managements to be firmed up
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BC hostel managements to be firmed up

The Andhra Pradesh BC & EWS Welfare, Handlooms & Textiles minister S. Savita said on Thursday that an inspection app is being developed to improve the monitoring and performance of BC hostels in the state.

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December 21, 2024
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Hassle free communication system planned for Bhavani ceremony

NTR district Collector Dr. G. Lakshmisha said on Friday that based on past experiences and correcting the shortcomings, arrangements are being made to provide hassle-free digital services to the lakhs of devotees who will come for Bhavani's Deeksha conclusion ceremonies.

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December 21, 2024
US Government launches children's book series to promote gender empowerment
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US Government launches children's book series to promote gender empowerment

U.S. Ambassador to India Eric M. Garcetti reaffirmed the U.S. government's commitment to girls' education by launching a new children's book series to promote gender-inclusive learning.

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December 21, 2024