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India's 1st LungLife screening program launched
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India's 1st LungLife screening program launched

Apollo Cancer Centres (ACCs), a leader in cutting-edge cancer care, has launched India's first LungLife Screening Program for early detection of lung cancer.

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November 30, 2024
Probe ordered in academic land allocation
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Probe ordered in academic land allocation

The Chhattisgarh government has launched an investigation into the allocation of 3.203 hectares of government land in Amlidih, Raipur, initially reserved for a college, to a private builder.

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November 30, 2024
New initiatives under road safety measures
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New initiatives under road safety measures

Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai emphasized the need for strict enforcement of helmet use for two-wheeler riders, seat belt compliance for four-wheeler drivers, and adherence to traffic rules.

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November 30, 2024
Piped natural gas for Raipur residents
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Piped natural gas for Raipur residents

The Raipur Municipal Corporation, in collaboration with GAIL India Limited and Haryana Gas Agency, is set to provide natural gas supply to Raipur city by 2025.

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November 30, 2024
CPCC chief accuses of conspiracy to slash paddy procurement
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CPCC chief accuses of conspiracy to slash paddy procurement

Chhattisgarh Pradesh Congress Committee President Deepak Baij on Friday has accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government in Chhattisgarh of deliberately hindering the paddy procurement process in the current Kharif season.

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November 30, 2024
Housing for surrendered Naxalites, affected families
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Housing for surrendered Naxalites, affected families

NAXAL REHABILITATION POLICY | Sensitive Approach

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November 30, 2024
BJP president slams Congress over paddy procurement
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BJP president slams Congress over paddy procurement

Chhattisgarh Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) State President Kiran Singh Dev has criticized Chhattisgarh Pradesh Congress Committee President Deepak Baij for allegedly spreading falsehoods regarding paddy procurement in the state.

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November 30, 2024
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Application invited for children's bravery award

The Chhattisgarh Government has opened applications for the State Bravery Awards, which honour children for their extraordinary acts of courage.

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November 30, 2024
SC cancels bail of liquor scam accused Anwar Dhebar
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SC cancels bail of liquor scam accused Anwar Dhebar

The Supreme Court has cancelled the bail granted to Anwar Dhebar, the prime accused in the liquor scam case, after it was revealed that the medical report used to secure his release was fabricated.

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November 30, 2024
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Specialist doctors receive appointment

The Chhattisgarh government has appointed specialist doctors and medical officers on contractual posts under the National Health Mission to enhance healthcare services across the state and address the shortage of medical personnel.

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November 30, 2024
Mangaluru to host multicultural festival
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Mangaluru to host multicultural festival

Mangaluru will host a two-day multicultural festival on December 3 and 4, as part of the ongoing celebrations, commemorating 50 years of Karnataka's statehood.

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November 30, 2024
Siddaramaiah meets PM, seeks urgent clearances for two irrigation projects
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Siddaramaiah meets PM, seeks urgent clearances for two irrigation projects

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Friday met Prime Minister Narendra Modi and requested rectification in short-term farm loan limit, Rs 10,000 crore in financial support and urgent clearances for the Mekedatu Balancing Reservoir and Kalasa Bandhuri projects.

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November 30, 2024
Health minister urges collaborative effort to improve dementia care
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Health minister urges collaborative effort to improve dementia care

Karnataka Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao on Friday called for a collaborative effort to improve awareness about dementia, its diagnosis, and care.

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November 30, 2024
BJP slams move to make CM Siddu RDPR varsity chancellor
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BJP slams move to make CM Siddu RDPR varsity chancellor

Opposition BJP on Friday condemned the government's move to make the chief minister the chancellor of the Karnataka State Rural Development and Panchayat Raj (RDPR) University, replacing the governor, terming it as an attempt to pollute the higher education system.

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November 30, 2024
Bengaluru police arrest man for murder of Assamese woman
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Bengaluru police arrest man for murder of Assamese woman

Three days after an Assamese woman was found murdered in a service apartment in Indiranagar here, the police on Friday arrested the 21-year-old accused, police officials said.

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November 30, 2024
Seer faces FIR over remark on voting power of Muslims
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Seer faces FIR over remark on voting power of Muslims

An FIR has been registered against Vishwa Vokkaliga Mahasamastana Math seer Kumara Chandrashekaranatha Swamiji for his remarks on voting power to Muslims, police said on Friday.

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November 30, 2024
Rift in BJP: Renukacharya faction wants Yatnal expelled
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Rift in BJP: Renukacharya faction wants Yatnal expelled

SAFFRON TREMORS | Factions in war of words

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November 30, 2024
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LeT operative brought back from Rwanda

The CBI has informed through a media release that the accused Salman Rehman Khan, who was involved in terrorist activities, has been arrested in Rwanda in East Africa and has been handed over to India.

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November 30, 2024
K'taka tourism attraction Pilikula Nisargadham to get a facelift
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K'taka tourism attraction Pilikula Nisargadham to get a facelift

Karnataka Minister N S Boseraju announced on Friday that Pilikula Nisargadham in Mangaluru, a tourist attraction inaugurated by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah in 2018, is set to undergo a major transformation to become a world-class destination.

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November 30, 2024
KBR Park junctions to go signal free
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KBR Park junctions to go signal free

Multi-level flyovers and RUBs to be built; designs approved

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November 30, 2024
Malas to hold 'Simha Garjana' meeting On Dec 1: MLA Vivek
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Malas to hold 'Simha Garjana' meeting On Dec 1: MLA Vivek

Congress MLA Gaddam Vivek Venkatswamy announced the grand \"Mala Simha Garjana\" meeting in Hyderabad on December 1. The event aims to highlight issues such as the community's self-respect and the need for equitable treatment.

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November 30, 2024
International delegates explore natural farming
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International delegates explore natural farming

Representatives from 20 countries toured Kuppam to learn about natural farming practices

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November 30, 2024
Polavaram project to be completed to its full height: Minister
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Polavaram project to be completed to its full height: Minister

The Revised Cost Committee had approved Rs. 47,617 crore for this proposal, and the Central Cabinet had sanctioned Rs. 12,157 crore accordingly.

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November 30, 2024
A talk laced with Hyderabadiyat
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A talk laced with Hyderabadiyat

There is more to Hyderabad than biryani: Dr Dinesh C Sharma

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November 30, 2024
Anurag University conducts hackathon
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Anurag University conducts hackathon

InnoQuest #1, a 30-hour-long Hackathon started on Friday at Anurag University in collaboration with Reskill and Microsoft; it focuses on leveraging emerging technologies such as AI, Machine Learning (ML), and Microsoft Copilot to drive impactful, inclusive innovations.

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November 30, 2024
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CM champions safer work environment for women

Asks CS to issue circular to set up internal committees in all offices to tackle sexual harassment

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November 30, 2024
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Seminar demands agri policy must safeguard fields from conversion

A seminar on future of agriculture in the State on Friday has resolved to demand that the government should not allow any conversion of land without seeking the say of the Agriculture Department, Water Resources Department and the stakeholders.

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November 30, 2024
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Govt intervenes in double tracking work at Velsao amid locals' outcry

Taking cognisance of the uproar at Velsao over the double tracking work in the village, the government has fixed demarcation of the land in question, with Environment Minister Aleixo Sequeira exuding confidence of resolving the row within 30 days.

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November 30, 2024
Sweet relief: Govt may extend aid for sugarcane farmers
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Sweet relief: Govt may extend aid for sugarcane farmers

In what could give a major relief to over 700-odd sugarcane farmers whose livelihoods have been affected due to closure of the State's lone sugar factory -- the Goa Government in all likelihood may extend the Special Assistance scheme to these farmers.

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November 30, 2024
Over 1000 pilgrims from Upper Ghats trek to Old Goa
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Over 1000 pilgrims from Upper Ghats trek to Old Goa

Continuing their spiritually rich tradition of paying tribute to 'Goencho Saib' through a walking pilgrimage, over 1,000 pilgrims from the Upper Ghats region left for Old Goa on Friday.

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November 30, 2024