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Are small towns an alternative to the over-accumulation witnessed in the countrys metro cities?

The permanent arena with associated facilities is to be inaugurated by Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin on January 15

A total of 436 patients were admitted to hospitals since the vomiting and diarrhoea outbreak, triggered by supply of contaminated drinking water in the locality on December 29, of which 403 were discharged after recovery

The brain is a particularly important area of concern; previous research has shown that without gravity, the brain tends to shift position inside the skull

Forms of torture in Madras Presidency at the time included tying a man by the hair of his head to the tail of an ass, and parading him though the public market

With the trust that owns it mostly in the news for legal squabbles, precious little seems to be done about this historic edifice

The administration of South Korean President Lee Jae Myung has been seeking to improve ties with Pyongyang, but so far its overtures have been rebuffed by its neighbour

Singhs decision comes after a request from Madhya Pradesh Congress SC Department President Pradeep Ahirwar, who urged him to make way for an SC community representative

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The former England midfielder won five Premier League titles and the Champions League during a trophy-laden playing career at Old Trafford

Arguments involve laws passed in West Virginia and Idaho; Trump backs states in crackdown on transgender athletes

In response to DMK president M. Karunanidhis remark on Ram Setu, Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) leader and former BJP MP Ram Vilas Vedanti triggered a major controversy in September 2007 by saying that whosoever chopped off the head and tongue of the DMK president would be gifted in gold.

Approves draft agreement to be signed between Bihar and Jharkhand; the move will further strengthen irrigation facility in eight districts of Bihar

If successful, the mission will make India the fourth country to send humans to space,following the Russia, theUSand China.

The Karnataka Chief Minister alleged that the new framework shifted financial burdens to States and diluted panchayat-level planning

Despite their nutritional and environmental benefits, people are increasingly moving away from insect-based foods. Urbanisation has created both physical and cultural distance from such practices. Many younger generations that have grown up or settled in cities are often unaware that insects are eaten across several parts of India

The BJP leader said that party workers had held protests at various places in the State after the officials refused to accept the objection forms by the party

The interactions have drawn attention as the issue of leadership and power-sharing continues to be discussed publicly

From the January 13, 1926 issue as there was no issue on January 14, 1926

Iran alleges confessions broadcast on state media, which often include references to Israel or America, are proof of foreign plots behind nationwide protests

Investigators revealed that one of the two ganja traders had built assets worth over 5 crore, allegedly shown as earnings from a roadside dhaba opened just two years ago

The pop-up will feature four Tesla Model Y and customers will be able to learn about Teslas design philosophy, cutting-edge electric vehicle technology, safety features, and performance capabilities in an interactive environment

The committee said around 19,000 government doctors were awaiting salary revisions that have been pending for over a decade

The Inspiring Innovators-Naye Bharat Ki Nayi Pehchaaan is a skilling initiative that brings together Indias innovation and creative ecosystems to promote socially relevant innovation, said the Ministry

All Chief Ministers and Deputy Chief Ministers of BJP-ruled States as well as State unit presidents and national office-bearers have been asked to be present in Delhi for the nomination

Political and Muslim religious leaders describe move to seek details of mosques, its ideology and caretakers as intrusive and threatening

On January 7, the State Cabinet said there was no justification for extending Governors Rule in the Chakma Autonomous District Council

Contraband concealed as chicken feed; six arrested across Rajasthan and Haryana

Mr. Sahu will replace Babulal Marandi, who is currently serving as Leader of Opposition in Jharkhand Legislative Assembly

Assembly Speaker questions impartiality of the probe, says police seeking 10 days to reply despite instant FIR, investigation raises serious questions; govt. flags Atishis silence, seeks answers from her; AAP demands apology from Tourism Minister