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Speaking at a press conference here, Vijayan said the election results were not fully in line with the LDF's expectations and that corrective steps would be taken. However, he rejected the claim that the Sabarimala controversy had gone against the Left.

The arrests were made in connection with cheating of genuine players by using magnet-attached playing cards and eye lenses to secretly identify cards, in an attempt to manipulate the game, according to a spokesperson at the Kathmandu District Police.

In a social media post, Stalin said the protests were held to restore the Mahatma Gandhi National Rugal Employment Guarantee (MGNREG) scheme and to protect the livelihood of poor agricultural labourers.

Police said the gang primarily targeted farmers in villages, luring them with offers to clear crop loans. Victims were promised 3 lakh in fake currency in exchange for 1 lakh in genuine notes.

A three-day training programme on termite, cockroach and mosquito control concluded on Wednesday at the MPs office, where 50 SHG women were awarded certificates.

The couple later shifted to a rented house at Keesara and elders from both families attempted mediation. Police said the woman eventually sought a divorce.

Additional Commissioner P.M. Satyaveni, along with South Constituency MLA Vamsi Krishna Srinivas Yadav, held meetings with beneficiaries at the GVMC Zone-IV office and other zonal offices, in coordination with Zonal Commissioners.

The stir comes in the wake of the recent violent clash between the tribals and Christian community members in a village in Kanker district in Bastar in the state over burial of a villager.

The formal announcement of the alliance was made by Raj Thackeray. Maharashtra was waiting for this moment. I officially declare that Shiv Sena and MNS are alliance partners.

Panjagutta police sub-inspector B. Venugopal said the victim, Ayaan Ahmed, was working as a driver to fund his studies.

Delivering the verdict, the court observed that a father repeatedly abusing his own daughter amounted to a heinous and unforgivable crime and a grave offence against society.

The petition was filed by Barigala Raju, a resident of Tukkuguda municipality, who contended that there was no urgency for the issuance of ordinances relating to the mergers.

New cooperative taxi model aims to boost driver income and customer convenience

On Wednesday, Mumbai BJP chief Ameet Satam held a core committee meeting with Shiv Sena leader Rahul Shewale at the BJP office to take forward seat-sharing talks.

Based on the orders of the Special PMLA Court, Nampally, Hyderabad, issued on March 2, 2025, and December 17, 2025, the ED restored recovered money to State Bank of India and UCO Bank.

Amidst rumours that Panneerselvams supporters were given three seats, the supporters felt that they would be marginalised.

KTR, Harish Rao say CM resorts to abuse to deflect from governance and water disputes

The ACB has formed a special team to arrest the driver and is probing the properties and valuables that are in Sivashankar's possession. The ACB will also conduct raids at houses of Kishan Naik's close relatives, friends, colleagues in various districts.

Rs 10 lakh structures to boost self-employment, leadership and grassroots decision-making

Based on the findings and seriousness of the charge, senior police officials ordered the immediate suspension of Sheikh Abdullah from his posting at the R.S. Puram police station.

Highlighting the governments track record, Subramanian noted that under the previous regime, only 1,871 of the 6,395 contract nurses appointed in 2015 were regularised between 2015 and 2020.

NDA government weighs hospitality model amid CRZ limits and proposals from top hotel brands

Vaccination was being administered to the chickens.

Chairing a review of the health department at the secretariat, Naidu asked officials to firmly counter misinformation surrounding the PPP model and ensure the speedy implementation of the projects.

The collector Swapnil has urged participation from a wide spectrum of stakeholders, including public representatives, elders well-versed in temple traditions, spiritual and cultural organisations, voluntary service groups, and members of the business, trade, and transport sectors.

The other seven were presented the award for their contributions spanning maternal health, womens rights, environmental conservation, and medical services.

A prayer group was attacked in Madhya Pradesh, and even in Kerala, a carol group in Palakkad was targeted.

Congress, BRS and BJP leaders see rush for tickets ahead of likely local body elections

Cleemis also expressed concern over efforts to diminish the significance of Christmas, with other events being promoted to overshadow it.

People present near the canal noticed the incident and alerted the police: Reports

The Army's Rising Star Corps identified the jawan as Subedar Surjeet Singh and paid rich tributes to him.

In the erstwhile 150-member strong GHMC Council, the MIM had 44 seats, which is nearly 30 per cent of the total strength. Unless any other party commands extraordinary popular support, the MIM would have emerged as a kingmaker.

Officials said the release of funds was intended as a goodwill gesture to support pastors and recognise their service to the community during the Christmas season: Reports

New G-RAM-G law shifts welfare burden to states and weakens rights-based employment

House burglaries reduced to seven cases in 2025 from nine in 2024, while theft cases also dropped sharply to seven from 16 during the same period.

The alert will include the batch number and other details to ensure immediate withdrawal of the drug from the market: Shahnawaz Qasim, director general of DCA

An official said 11 arrivals and 5 departures were cancelled, and added that operations are running smoothly at the airport

Dr Raju has published 50 research papers in reputed international peer reviewed journals, including review articles and a book chapter: Reports

Police registered a case under relevant sections of law and conducted the investigation under the supervision of Circle Inspector Y. Satyanarayana.

Candidates can submit objections to the provisional merit list between December 24 and 5 pm on December 27 by logging into the website.

The programme, attended by 60 assistant audit officers, was inaugurated by university Vice Chancellor Prof. Kumar Molugaram: Reports

Subject to the receipt of all required regulatory approvals, Israir has indicated its intention to commence operations as early as Passover in April 2026

Government adviser Mohammed Ali Shabbir and PCC president Mahesh Kumar Goud participated as chief guests in the unveiling of the statue of Savitribai Phule: Reports

Maximum and minimum temperatures are likely to be around 29 C and 14C respectively

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APMEU officials urged coordinated, issue-based struggles across departments to safeguard employee welfare.

Violence, extremism and historical revisionism threaten the nations fragile future

He also sought all the MPs of Karnataka to raise their voice in this issue

The programme begins on December 25 with inauguration by Swami Govind Dev Giri, treasurer of Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust

HYDRAA commissioner AV Ranganath inspected the development works at Thammidikunta in Madhapur and Nallacheruvu in Kukatpally and directed officials to develop them into tourist spots