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Corruption Allegations Heat Up Mahesh Bank Polls
The Reserve Bank of Indias inspection report flagged serious governance lapses by the incumbent board led by chairman Ramesh Kumar Bung in executing the project. These findings have become a central theme of the campaign, with rival the Founder panel citing them as evidence of mismanagement under the current 'Sansthapak panel.
Lokesh Asserts TD Is Permanent, With Cadre Being Its Strength
The minister attributed the partys sweeping mandate in 2024 to the resilience of its cadres, calling them the driving force behind the historic electoral gains. He went on to highlight the major projects in north Andhra, the expanded ambit of pensions, and schemes such as free bus travel for women.
Sunalis haemoglobinlevel low, docs adviseblood transfusion
Visakhapatnam Celebrates Tag As Safest City For Women
The celebration began with a rally. Later, a meeting was held at the AU Convention hall. Commissioner Sankhabrata Bagchi said women's safety was a priority for the city's development.
'This was our own internal work': Patel, Bongino reveal details of pipe bomb suspect in Jan. 6 case
Cotton Mills Going Through Crises Due To Poor Harvest In Kurnool District
The situation worsened with Cotton Corporation of India (CCI) officials rejecting the produce of many farmers due to high moisture content more than 12 per cent poor quality and size of cotton seeds.
WFH status shouldnt tilt balance in custody battle: SC
MPs Want Balaji Railway Division With Tirupati As Headquarters
Delegation members emphasised that Tirupati is one of Indias busiest pilgrimage destinations. It ranks among the highest revenue-generating railway stations in the country.
Kerala: HC denies Cong MLA bail in sex assault case; party expels him
Niti panel backs licences, permits for perpetuity
TN defies HC for 2nd time in 2 days on hilltop lamp ritual
NFR set for Chaparmukh-Jowai railway project survey next year
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 4: The long-pending dream of rail connectivity reaching the Khasi-Jaintia Hills of Meghalaya may take a small but significant step forward, with the Northeast Frontier Railway planning to begin the preliminary survey for the proposed 135-km ChaparmukhJowai new broad-gauge line as early as 2026 if local opposition does not derail []
Ex-Manipur CM flags existential crisis amid poppy cultivation
N. Biren Singh issued the warning as the Joint Tribes Council Manipur petitioned Prime Minister Narendra Modi, seeking his attention to the impact of unchecked illegal migration on the indigenous population
GHMC Divisions Likely to Double to 300
Officials of the erstwhile ULBs met the GHMC officials to ensure that the merger process was conducted seamlessly.
Dissent within BJP over choice of ST candidates
GHADC polls By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 4: A section of BJP leaders has voiced opposition to the partys decision to field Scheduled Tribe (ST) candidates in the upcoming Garo Hills Autonomous District Council (GHADC) elections, advocating for the traditional system that allowed candidates from any community to contest. The dissent, however, was overruled by []
Governors House renamed as Lok Bhavan
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 4: In a significant change aligned with a recent directive from the Union Ministry of Home Affairs, the iconic Raj Bhavan in Shillong has been officially renamed as Lok Bhavan. The announcement marks a shift in nomenclature for the Governors official residence, bringing Meghalaya in line with a nationwide move []
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Stay firm against uranium mining: HSPDP to govt
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 4: The Hill State Peoples Democratic Party (HSPDP) has called on the Meghalaya government to stand firm on the 2016 decision of the then Mukul Sangma-led government to completely ban uranium mining in the state. In 2016, the Congress government revoked permission earlier granted to the Uranium Corporation of India []
Raid Mylliem performs annual rituals at Iewduh with reverence
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 4: The Raid of Mylliem on Thursday performed the annual rituals at Iewduh, the oldest and largest traditional Khasi market, in the presence of the Lyngdoh of Raid Mylliem. The ceremonies, held every year to honour U Lei Shillong and seek blessings for peace and prosperity in trade, began at []
Private Entities to Host Araku Cultural Festival Ahead of States Araku Chali Utsav
Hosted by Treksome at a private resort, the festival aims to create a sustainable platform that places indigenous culture at the centre
A traffic police officer in Shillong removes a tinted film from a vehicles window during an on-road inspection, part of an ongoing drive to enforce regulations on unauthorised tinted glasses, in the city on Thursday. (ST)
STP warns against illegal fittings on vehicles
By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Dec 4: The Shillong Traffic Police (STP) has rolled out intensified enforcement across the city following a recent Office Memorandum from the Home (Police) Department, mandating strict adherence to traffic regulations. Acting on the directive, the STP has detected a large number of vehicles flouting rules on the use of tinted []
Students of Classes 8 to 10 from Nepali Kanya Pathshala Secondary School, Shillong
Students of Classes 8 to 10 from Nepali Kanya Pathshala Secondary School, Shillong, during their yearly educational excursion to ICAR, Umiam, on Tuesday. The visit offered hands-on exposure to agricultural practices, including poultry farming, cropping methods, agricultural tools, and a tour of the biological laboratory, providing valuable learning beyond the classroom.
Sister Duo Shine at Kalasagaram Festival with Amma Ravamma
The signal was loud and clear that Anahita and Apoorva are not just promising talents but artists with their schematics in place.
Saravanan, Tamil cinemas gentleman producer, dead
Probe ordered into 'poisonous gas leak' from underground mines in Dhanbad; locals to shift
A woman allegedly died, while 12 people fell sick after carbon monoxide leaked from mines in different places of Kenduadih Basti, say officials
Salalith Tottempudi Becomes Indias Rifle Body Member
Tottempudis election is being hailed as a significant milestone for Andhra Pradesh, underscoring the states increasing visibility and contribution to Indias shooting sports ecosystem.
IITM Opens in Hyd With Global Presence
The India International Travel Mart (IITM) opened here on Thursday, bringing together key players from the travel and tourism industry.
Final Decision on Singur Kicked Down the Road
Water board, MB officials throw up their hands
Telangana Techie Loses Rs 50 Lakh in Investment Scam
As he started investing, he was told that higher VIP levels would help him earn much larger profits. For this, he was asked to deposit Rs 80,000 and was later charged an additional thawing fee of the same amount.
Four Students Killed, Two Injured in Mishap
The severely injured were admitted to the hospital for medical treatment.
News from the world of Education: December 5, 2025
Information on admissions, scholarships, new courses, research studies and other events at schools and colleges
Demerit Goods to Face Health, Security Cess: Nirmala Sitharaman
Revenue from levy will be shared with States for health schemes
Celebrating fisherwomen without hearing their voices
A recent event in Mumbai highlighted how deeply the gender imbalance persists, even in spaces meant to celebrate women
IndiGo To Fly Wide-Body Aircraft On VijayawadaHyderabad Route
IndiGos flight special director A.K. Singh held discussions with MPs Kesineni Sivanath and G.M. Harish in the presence of Ram Mohan Naidu.
SIR essential to ensure sanctity of future elections: Suresh Gopi
Cultural Line-Up at Telangana Rising Global Summit
Dance troupes will greet guests with performances in Kommu Koya, Banjara, Kolatam, Gussadi, Oggu Dollu, Women Dappulu, Perini Natyam and Bonala Kolatam, offering a showcase of Telanganas folk heritage.
Ramagundam-Manuguru Railway Line Gets Green Signal After 10-Year Wait
The proposed railway line is expected to be a major boon for thousands of pilgrims travelling to the Sammakka-Sarakka Jatara, one of Indias largest tribal festivals. It will provide dedicated connectivity for devotees heading to Manthani and Medaram.
KC General Hospital gets advanced CBNAAT machine to speed up TB diagnosis
Model Panchayats Set Examples in Village Development
The progressive and award-winning villages are inspiring voters to demand comparable progress in the high-stakes polls.
Second Phase of Land Pooling Starts in Amaravati
Farmers join second land pooling drive
World BankADB Technical Mission Visits Amaravati
The sessions would continue daily until December 11, culminating in PPP-related discussions, contract management workshops, and review meetings with AP government departments and stakeholders.
Maheshwar Rao inspects South Bengaluru metro corridor works
Guntur District Must Be Top Performer in AP, Says Dinakar
The committee chairman stressed on safe drinking water as key to achieving Swarnandhra goals. He directed officials to expedite Jal Jeevan Mission works and AMRUT 2.0.
6 more bodies found, Maoist toll in Bastar shootout hits 18
How deportee was allowed to walk free, asks HC on Suraj Lama missing case
Man Dies After Being Chased by Dogs in Warangal
While trying to escape the aggressive dogs, he reportedly started speeding on his bike, lost control, and fell into a drainage canal, resulting in his death.
BTC USD prediction 2026: JPMorgan predicts Bitcoin could surge to $170,000 in 6-12 months, despite its recent slump. This optimistic outlook hinges on two key risks not escalating: MicroStrategy's potential token sales and MSCI's decision on digital asset index inclusion. A positive MSCI outcome could trigger a strong rebound for both MicroStrategy and Bitcoin.
Andhra Pradesh finalises PG course fee in five govt. medical colleges
Parliament approves Bill to levy higher excise duty on tobacco
The provisions of the Bill will come into effect once the GST compensation cess, which is currently levied on tobacco, comes to an end
Cruise on Krishna river throws light on evolution of village deities
SIPB Meet: Rs 20,444 Crore Worth Investments Approved for AP
Permissions for companies should be granted only after thorough examination: CM
LG Sinha urges for modern labs, better diagnostic access in remote areas
Jammu Tawi, Dec 04: Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha on Thursday delivered the keynote address at the inaugural session ofAPCON 2025, the 73rd Annual Conference of the Indian Association of Pathologists & Microbiologists (IAPM) and the International Academy of Pathologists Indian Division (IAP-ID), held at Government Medical College, Jammu. The five-day conference, themedEmerging Trends in [] The post LG Sinha urges for modern labs, better diagnostic access in remote areas appeared first on Northlines .
Operation Sindoor | US President didnt play any role in India-Pak ceasefire: Govt informs Parliament
New Delhi, Dec 4: Maintaining that United States President Donald Trump had no role to play in ceasefire between India and Pakistan following Operation Sindoor in May this year, the Centre on Thursday informed the Parliament that the agreement to end hostilities was arrived directly between the Directors General of Military Operations (DGMOs) of both [] The post Operation Sindoor | US President didnt play any role in India-Pak ceasefire: Govt informs Parliament appeared first on Northlines .
Five engineering students die in accident on NH-16 in Palnadu district
J&K has highest power losses in India at 48 pc
New Delhi, Dec 4:The Government of India on Thursday informed the Lok Sabha that Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir continues to reel under the highest Transmission and Distribution (T&D) losses in the country with 48.08 percent for the fiscal year 202324. Minister of State for Power, Shripad Naik informed the parliament that the national [] The post J&K has highest power losses in India at 48 pc appeared first on Northlines .
Nimmala Wants Polavaram Project Completed Before Godavari Pushkaralu
He said though the project had earlier been scheduled to be completed by the end of 2027, there is now a call to advance the project completion by a few months, so that Godavari Pushkaralu can be celebrated in a grand manner
Telangana Ignoring Right to Education Act
The panel comprising Chief Justice Aparesh Kumar Singh and Justice G.M. Mohiuddin was dealing with the PILs filed by Earasani Devender Reddy and others.
T.N. sanctions 875 cr. to clear dues under RTE
Consult parties on voter roll revision: CM to ECI
Claims ambiguity on revision process risks mistrust, says delimitation already changed electoral balance Srinagar, Dec 4:Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday urged the Election Commission of India (ECI) to hold consultations with political parties over the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, saying clarity was needed to address issues raised by several groups. [] The post Consult parties on voter roll revision: CM to ECI appeared first on Northlines .
File sent to LG, formal order expected soon: Omar on Reservation policy
Srinagar, Dec 4: A day after the Cabinet approved the proposal to reduce quotas in the EWS and RBA categories to raise open merit quota by 10 percent, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today said the file has been signed and sent to the Lieutenant Governor for approval and the government expects to issue a formal [] The post File sent to LG, formal order expected soon: Omar on Reservation policy appeared first on Northlines .
To become global reinsurance hub, GIFT City must offer global regularity clarity
To be sure, GIFT City already extends several benefits to reinsurers seeking to make this an operational hub. It offers no additional capital injection requirement, a 10-year tax holiday, and significantly lighter staffing and regulatory obligations than onshore India, where full-fledged operations demand a CEO, CFO, chief compliance officer and strict key managerial personnel norms.
Delhi Police hold anti-drug awareness workshop for hotel staff
Weather to remain dry for next 10 days
Water levels to drop; drinking supply & hydropower may be hit Srinagar, Dec 4: Weatherman on Thursday said no major change in weather is expected over the next 10 days across Jammu and Kashmir. Independent weather forecaster Faizan Atif Keng said that the region is set to continue experiencing dry weather over the [] The post Weather to remain dry for next 10 days appeared first on Northlines .
JSP MLA criticises YSRCP leaders for attacking Pawan Kalyan
J&K got Rs 37,978 Cr for highways in 5 yrs; 426 road deaths in 2024
Srinagar, Dec 4:The Union Government on Thursday informed the Lok Sabha that Jammu & Kashmir received Rs 37,978 crore for the development and maintenance of National Highways over the last five years, with almost full utilisation of funds each year. According to the details, Ministry of Road Transport and Highways allocated funds to J&K in [] The post J&K got Rs 37,978 Cr for highways in 5 yrs; 426 road deaths in 2024 appeared first on Northlines .
HC hits out at lawyer for appearing in court with red tape on lips
Rs.76,382 Cr Spent on 6Gs; Free Bus Travel for Women Topped
The subsidised LPG cylinder initiative has eased household budgets by reducing costs.
Modulus hires UBS Mumbai branch head Sandeep Agarwal as new CEO
Sandeep Agarwal is currently serving notice period in UBS and likely to join Modulus in January. He is likely to spearhead the business as well as the investments, people cited above said. Agarwal did not respond to queries.
81 pc JK households have tap water connection: Minister
New Delhi, Dec 4:The Union Government on Thursday informed the Lok Sabha that Jammu & Kashmir has achieved 81.22% coverage of rural households with tap water supply under the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM). The figures were shared in a written reply by Minister of State for Jal Shakti, V. Somanna. As per data, J&K has [] The post 81 pc JK households have tap water connection: Minister appeared first on Northlines .
J&K has 42 NABL-accredited water labs
New Delhi, Dec 4:The Union Government on Thursday informed Lok Sabha that Jammu and Kashmir has a total of 98 drinking water quality testing laboratories of which 42 are NABL-accredited or recognised. Minister of State for Jal Shakti V Somanna said J&K currently operates with 2 state-level labs, 20 district or regional labs and 76 [] The post J&K has 42 NABL-accredited water labs appeared first on Northlines .
Doctors perform mechanical thrombectomy at city hospital
An arrest has been made in connection with pipe bombs planted near political headquarters. A Virginia man was taken into custody by the FBI. The incident occurred the night before the US Capitol riot. Investigators are exploring possible motives and the suspect's political beliefs. Anarchism, a philosophy skeptical of state authority, is discussed in relation to the suspect's alleged views.
5 Mysterious Drones Spotted Near Zelensky's Jet As He Lands In Dublin
An Irish navy ship spotted up to five drones operating near the flight path of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy's aircraft as he arrived for a state visit to Ireland on Monday, local media reported on Thursday.
61K Posts Filled in 2 Years; Telangana Sets 1L Jobs Target by June
The Police Recruitment Board cleared all hurdles and issued appointment letters to 16,067 constables. In the medical and health sector, 8,666 posts have been filled, including staff nurses, lab technicians, civil assistant surgeons and specialist cadres.
44th Kanaka Durga Kalasha Jyoti Yatra Dazzles Vijayawada People
Devotees from various parts of the state carried the Kalasha Jyotis in the procession while chanting Jai Jai Durga in deep reverence.
This popular sleep position is bad for your health, doctors urge you to quit now
Several people curl their arms tightly while sleeping, a posture nicknamed as the T. rex position on social media. Although it may feel comforting, doing it regularly may cause nerve damage. Doctors caution that bending arms during sleep can press on nerves, restrict circulation, and result in numbness or tingling. Symptoms are shooting pain, weak grip, or frequent dropping items. Stress, poor sleep, and anxiety can trigger this position.
Tirupparankundram row | T.N. government has abided by 2014 Division Bench order, says Minister
The 2014 order had allowed the lighting of the Deepam at the place where it was regularly done
A.P. Health Minister underscores need for doctors to have service mindset
A.P. government is positive about providing admissions to PHC doctors through in-service quota in DNB courses, says Health Minister
IndiGo to introduce wide-body aircraft on Vijayawada-Hyderabad route: MP
The IndiGo official assures that direct services from Vijayawada to Varanasi, Ahmedabad, Pune, Kochi and Goa will be introduced after completing route mapping
Bihar AIMIM chief slams TMC for suspending MLA over proposal to build ''Babri Masjid''
Akhtarul Iman also claimed that opposition to construction or naming of religious places is unconstitutional.
IIMK commences admissions for doctoral programmes
LIVE| DOJ holds press conference after FBI arrests suspect in Jan. 6 pipe bomb case
Kalasha Jyoti procession marks 44 years of Bhavani Deeksha tradition at Kanaka Durga temple
The Bhavani Deeksha has been observed at the Kanaka Durga temple since 1981, following the guidance of the Kanchi Kamakoti Peethadhipatis
Letters to The Editor December 5, 2025
Delhi nursery admissions: application window opens; Dec. 27 last date
According to the admission schedule notified by the Directorate of Education, the first list will be put out on January 23 and the second list on February 9; the process will conclude on March 19
AP-Transco AEE caught accepting bribe
Woman held, stolen ornaments worth 7 lakh recovered
The accused allegedly stole the bag carrying the ornament from a woman passenger in a bus
Pipeline pirates: 2 Delhi kingpins arrested for oil theft via tunnels across north India
