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UP introduces all-terrain vehicles for fire safety at Mahakumbh

Committed to making Mahakumbh 2025 a safe and green event, the Uttar Pradesh government is introducing all-terrain vehicles for the first time in the fair.

Raj govt makes The Sabarmati Report tax free

The Rajasthan government on Wednesday declared the Vikrant Massey-starrer movie The Sabarmati Report tax free in the state.

Accelerating progress towards SDGs requires inclusive growth: G20 Troika

Lamenting the fact that the global growth rate at just over 3 per cent is the lowest since the turn of the century when an average of nearly 4 per cent prevailed till COVID pandemic, the G20 Troika of Brazil, India and South Africa on Wednesday observed that accelerating progress towards sustainable development goals (SDGs) requires inclusive digital transformation.

Had we united 500 years ago, we might not have faced slavery: CM Yogi in Ayodhya

Highlighting the construction of the grand Shri Ram temple in Ayodhya and the importance of unity in Sanatan Dharma, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday said that a task that had been stalled for 500 years, for which countless generations made sacrifices, was completed in just two years under PM Narendra Modi's leadership.

SP, BJP accuse each other of rigging in UP bypolls

The Election Commission on Wednesday suspended seven policemen over complaints of rigging of Uttar Pradesh bypolls.

Sachin Pilot demands judicial inquiry into SDM slapping incident

Congress leader Sachin Pilot has demanded a judicial inquiry into the recent SDM slapping incident at Samarvata village during the November 13 bypoll in Rajasthan.

India, Australia reiterate resolve to strengthen Quad cooperation

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Australian counterpart Anthony Albanese have reiterated their commitment to strengthening cooperation through Quad as a force for global good which delivers real, positive and enduring impact for the Indo-Pacific, to advance their shared vision for a region that is free, open, inclusive and resilient.

Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai meets HM Amit Shah

Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai met with Union Home Minister Amit Shah in Delhi on Wednesday, to discuss the progress in combating Left Wing Extremism in the state and expressed confidence in making the state 'Naxal-free' by March 2026.

Bus route in dead owner's name: DM orders probe

The East Burdwan district administration has woken up to the fact on how a passenger route was allowed to continue even though the route owner had died eight months ago.

CM medal winner woman SI becomes first woman officer in-charge in ADPC

A lady sub-inspector, Nasrin Sultana, the officer in-charge of Rupnarayanpur police outpost has become the first woman to become the officer in-charge of a police station of Asansol Durgapur Police Commissionerate (ADPC) since its formation in September 2011.

Securing India's coasts through multi-agency ops

The importance of coastal security was acknowledged long ago.

COP-29: India's stand on 'Just Transition' good news for state on Deucha Pachamiproject

The West Bengal government's flagship initiative, Deucha Pachami coal block project in Birbhum district, will now have no hindrance from the Centre in terms of (Just Transition' policy.

Bengal govt to submit report on Beldanga clashes to Calcutta HC

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Son of KMC councillor arrested for reckless driving

Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC) councillor Mitali Bandyopadhyay's younger son Suddhaswatta Bandyopadhyay was arrested on charge of rash driving.

Children urge UNICEF officials for regular interaction with them

Children have urged UNICEF (United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund) authorities to meet them annually and take their opinion before making schemes for their development.

Varsity radio expands with internet service for global audience

Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology (MAKAUT) has achieved a significant milestone by connecting its community radio station, Radio MAKAUT 90.0 FM, to internet services.

Bengal school job case: No bail to Partha after HC split verdict

The former minister's bail plea hearing in Supreme Court was adjourned due to the non-sitting of the Bench

Man killed for refusing dau ghter's hand in marriage

An elderly businessman died after being attacked by a young man.

Senior doctors seek appointment with chief secy

Senior doctors of state-run hospitals have sought an appointment with chief secretary Manoj Pant to discuss streamlining work from Swasthya Bhavan.

Harnessing solar energy and lessons on plastic waste management

An awareness programme on menstrual health and hygiene, targeting young girls aged 11-15 years, DGCI&S presented an incinerator machine to three participating schools to better support menstrual hygiene management at such schools.

New alternative bus terminal to ease traffic congestion

The state transport department, in collaboration with the Siliguri Municipal Corporation (SMC) inaugurated a new alternative bus terminal at Tinbatti, near Uttarkanya Branch Secretariat in Siliguri.

KMC to start work for model school in ward 79

The Kolkata Municipal Corporation is to soon issue a work order to kick off the construction of a model school by the civic body in ward 79.

State BJP president stopped on way to violence-hit Beldanga

The clashes in Beldanga erupted over a provocative message displayed at a temporary Kartik Puja gate

NDA poised to win Maha, J'khand, predict exit polls

Over 67 pcturnout in Jharkhand 2nd phase; Maharashtra registers above 58 per cent

SMC to suspend water supply for pipeline repairs

The Siliguri Municipal Corporation (SMC) has decided to suspend the supply of drinking water in its area for two days in order to connect pipelines between the old and the new 'alternative permanent' well of the existing water treatment plant at Fulbari.

50 pc Delhi govt offices to shift to 'Work From Home', except essential services

Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai on Wednesday said that half of the staff at state government offices will be working from home in view of the high levels of pollution.

Climate change threatens survival of people: India speaks for developing countries

The statement was delivered at the HighLevel Ministerial Dialogue Climate Change Adaptation, during the COP29 to the UN Climate Change Summit in Baku, Azerbaijan.

Govt to convene all-party meet On Sunday

The government has convened an all-party meeting on 24 November ahead of the Winter Session of Parliament which starts on Monday.

Roger Federer Pens Emotional Letter For Retiring Rafael Nadal

Swiss tennis great Roger Federer wrote an emotional letter for his close friend Rafael Nadal as the Spaniard tennis ace is set to bid adieu to the sport.

Why is PM Modi not going to Manipur?

Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad Yadav on Monday questioned Prime Minister Narendra Modi's absence from Manipur, asking why he hasn't Visited the state amidst the ongoing Violence.