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The initiative is part of a broader plan to cover 239 taluks and bridge the digital divide in the state
Acting on media reports, the Commission took suo motu cognisance of the incident, citing safety violations and human rights concerns, and sought a report within two weeks on the investigation status and compensation details
In a strong endorsement of the governments political and developmental agenda, the Cabinet expressed its full support for Modis leadership in building a developed India by 2047 and lauded his tireless dedication to public service.
The expansion covers 77 districts and provides high-speed services to over 28.6 million customers, including those in urban centres, towns and rural areas
The transfer was made as part of a programme marking Prime Minister Narendra Modi completing the longest tenure as an elected prime minister
The contract has been signed under the 'Buy (Indian-Indigenously Designed, Developed and Manufactured)' category, the ministry said
Satheesan said the scheme will be expanded in phases after KSRTC improves its revenue generation and financial position
The upgrade is also likely to create new investment and employment opportunities in Nagaur, Bikaner and nearby regions, aligning with the states Viksit Rajasthan vision.
He reaffirmed his personal equation with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and said the NDA alliance would continue.
As part of the latest portfolio allocation, journalist-turned-politician Jagannath Chattopadhyay, who won the Suri Assembly seat in Birbhum district, has been given the responsibility of the states higher education department.
The National Award-winning filmmaker succumbed to prolonged age-related ailments and respiratory complications, and passed away at his home early Wednesday morning
The Gujarat Livelihood Promotion Company has identified 10 lakh potential Lakhpati Didis, of whom 5.96 lakh have already been recognised
The petitioners have filed 39 appeals challenging orders of the Appellate Tribunal and Adjudicating Authority, which upheld the Enforcement Directorates attachment of assets in the alleged lottery scam case.
An AI Taskforce will be set up to analyse real-time economic growth: CM Naidu
Senior Congress leaders alleged political interference and vote chori, and a delegation approached the Election Commission to file a petition over the issue
Calls on corporates to recognise this workplace reality and extend support services
BPCL, UST, H&R Block and other organisations received top honours across multiple categories during the event held in Kochi
The petitioner has also sought guidelines to prevent post-election defections and restrictions on the former MLAs contesting bypolls until such rules are framed
The move follows a request from AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami after rival factions reconciled.
The plans include a six-lane tunnel and elevated corridor between Ghodbunder Road and Bhayandar, along with expansion of Navi Mumbai Metro connectivity to the international airport.
Also, the families of contract workers killed in the Vizag Steel Plant blast will receive 45.75 lakh each as compensation, Pawan Kalyan said
Officials said Veena has been asked to depose at the central agency's zonal office here on June 12
The reform has reduced pending mutation cases by over 90 per cent in six months, making property ownership updates faster and more transparent
If authorities fail to decide within the deadline, proposals will automatically receive deemed clearance under the new system
Defence Ministry has identified over 45,900 acres that can be utilised for setting up renewable energy projects.
Officials from key ministries and agencies will update MPs on the June 21 test and related issues.
Guidance Tamil Nadu, the state governments nodal agency for investment promotion, said the ministers visit was a signal of continuity, confidence and commitment to industry
The dedicated police unit will monitor public places, identifying vulnerable spots and taking remedial steps
Cuddalore district recorded a maximum temperature of 40.7 degrees Celsius on Monday, followed by Chennai, which registered 40.4 degrees Celsius
According to officials, the accident occurred while molten iron, heated to around 1,600 degrees Celsius, was being moved in a bucket by a crane
Currently, a 14.2 kg LPG cylinder costs 942 for the general consumer and 642 for the Ujjwala household in Delhi
The TMC currently has 28 Lok Sabha MPs, with one vacancy following the death of Basirhat MP Haji Nurul Islam.
India retains position as 5th largest military spender; accounts for 8.2 per cent of global arms imports as defence spending rises, said Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) 2026 report
The consent, effective immediately, enables the CBI to probe offences involving central government personnel and CPSU staff, while cases involving West Bengal government employees still require specific written permission.
According to officials, the accident occurred while molten iron, heated to around 1,600 degrees Celsius, was being moved in a bucket by a crane
The discussions covered cooperation in processed foods, spices, rice, marine products, aquaculture, semiconductors, electric vehicles, machinery, renewable energy, healthcare, digital infrastructure, and tourism
The FIR was registered pursuant to a Madras High Court order directing a CBI probe into alleged irregularities in the procurement of 45,000 distribution transformers, which the Supreme Court later declined to stay
The minister also unveiled a new three-committee tender evaluation system aimed at curbing corruption and reducing procurement costs by up to 35 per cent.
The case stems from an SFIO probe into alleged fictitious expenses and financial irregularities at CMRL
The project is a massive urban renewal initiative aimed at transforming the slum colony in central Mumbai into a modern, integrated township
The move follows recent dissent within the partys West Bengal Assembly unit and raises questions about Mamata Banerjees grip over the organisation.
At present, six data centre parks and two standalone data centre units are operational in the state, while work is progressing on a committed capacity of 644 MW
We also feel very sad and sorry about the hike in gas cylinder prices, but before criticising, everyone should understand the situation in the entire world, Joshi said
Re-examination will be conducted in pen-and-paper mode from 2 pm to 5:15 pm across 551 cities in India and 14 cities abroad
Facility enables people to register documents online from anywhere at any time without visiting a sub-registrars office
Strengthening post-harvest management is not only an economic necessity, but also a critical component of a resilient, sustainable and safe food system
This is the second increase in three months as state-owned fuel retailers continue to grapple with elevated global energy costs
Ladakhs former BJP MP Sonam Wangchuk, who has since quit the party, also attended the protest and extended his support to CJP
Udumalai K Radhakrishnan, M C Sampath, Kadambur C Raju and N R Sivapathi join TVK
In a letter to Union Coal Minister G Kishan Reddy, KTR questioned discrepancies between official stock records and the physical availability of coal at multiple mines.

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