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CM Sarma distributes appointment letters to 215 candidates

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday presented appointment letters to 215 candidates from the Tea Tribes and Adivasi communities for various technical and non-technical posts in the state's health sector at a function held at Srimanta Sankardeva Kalakshetra in Guwahati.

2025-12-24T18:13:21.596321+00:00 IST

Shivraj Singh Chouhan interacts with SHG Members

Union Minister for Rural Development and Agriculture & Farmers' Welfare Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Wednesday chaired a national-level interaction through video conferencing with Self Help Group (SHG) members to deliberate on the Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB-G RAM G) Act, 2025.

2025-12-24T18:09:14.493546+00:00 IST

“Dialogue is the soul of democracy': Vijender Gupta

"You have come to a place that is often described as the temple of democracy. In a democratic system, the people are supreme, and it is through dialogue, debate and discussion in the House that governance truly takes shape," said the Speaker of the Delhi Legislative Assembly, Vijender Gupta, while interacting with youth participants at the Delhi Vidhan Sabha today.

2025-12-24T17:47:37.848787+00:00 IST

BJD leader questions Odisha govt over purchase of 'Thar Jeeps'

Speaking to the media, Samantsinghar said, "It is not clear at all who ordered the purchase of the vehicles, who ordered the modification, or for what purpose they are going to be used. This shows that the Odisha BJP government is just finding new and innovative ways to make money, to make their ministers richer, and they are involved in scams in every department."

2025-12-24T17:45:29.179117+00:00 IST

Christmas Eve prayers held at Christ Church Shimla

The Christ Church in the north Indian hill town of Shimla held a special Christmas Eve prayer service on Wednesday evening, drawing large numbers of local residents as well as domestic and foreign tourists who gathered to mark the occasion with devotion and festive spirit.

2025-12-24T17:17:57.125400+00:00 IST

JP Nadda addresses inaugural advancing public health outcomes...

Speaking at the Forum themed "Disease Control and Immunisation", Nadda highlighted that sustained national efforts have led to tangible progress in controlling diseases, expanding immunisation coverage, and strengthening institutional and scientific capacities.

2025-12-24T17:16:14.046750+00:00 IST

MCD Standing Committee directs officials to prepare a detailed action report on illegally operating hotels, bars and restaurants

A meeting of the Standing Committee was held today under the chairpersonship of Satya Sharma, in which detailed discussions were held on important issues such as pollution control, the problem of stray animals, transfer of teachers, recognition of private schools, and illegally operating hotels, bars and restaurants.

2025-12-24T17:03:41.356190+00:00 IST

CM Dhami extends his greetings to people on eve of Christmas

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami extended his greetings to the people of the state, especially members of the Christian community, on the eve of Christmas on Wednesday. In his message, the Chief Minister said that the festival of Christmas conveys the ideals of service, sacrifice, love, and compassion.

2025-12-24T16:58:11.007216+00:00 IST

IGMC Shimla senior resident terminated after inquiry holds...

According to an order issued by the Director, Medical Education and Research on December 24, the action was taken on the basis of a preliminary report submitted by the Disciplinary Inquiry Committee of IGMC and a subsequent fact-finding inquiry ordered by the state government.

2025-12-24T16:49:07.070475+00:00 IST

VHP hold protest in Vijayawada against lynching in Bangladesh

Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) and Bajrang Dal held a bike rally on Wednesday in Vijayawada against the mob lynching of Hindu youth Dipu Chandra Das in Bangladesh.

2025-12-24T16:38:17.882440+00:00 IST

Samir Modi moves Delhi HC against stay on registration of...

The Sessions court at Saket on December 18 had stayed the operation of the order for registration of FIR. Samir has challenged the same.

2025-12-24T16:35:09.278884+00:00 IST

PM Modi hails Lok Sabha speaker’s initiative to promote regional

In an important move to honour India's cultural diversity and linguistic heritage, the sixth session (winter session) of the 18th Lok Sabha witnessed the glory of India's regional languages when Members extensively used the simultaneous interpretation service available in all 22 languages of Schedule eight of the Indian Constitution.

2025-12-24T16:11:40.879792+00:00 IST

Khera as Unnao rape victim meets Sonia and Rahul Gandhi

The survivor met the Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition and the Congress Parliamentary Party chairperson after the Delhi High Court granted bail to former BJP MLA and convicted accused Kuldeep Singh Sengar. She and her mother have been protesting the court's decision in the national capital since Tuesday.

2025-12-24T16:07:04.662060+00:00 IST

'Speak firmly about security of Hindu people in Bangladesh'

He also said that the government should speak firmly for the protection of minorities in the neighbouring country.

2025-12-24T16:05:19.515701+00:00 IST

9-day winter carnival begins in Shimla, CM Sukhu welcomes tourist

The Chief Minister also joined women artists in performing the traditional Nati dance, highlighting Himachal Pradesh's rich folk culture and cultural heritage. Addressing the media and later speaking to ANI, Sukhu said the Winter Carnival has been organised to attract tourists and provide entertainment during the peak winter season.

2025-12-24T15:48:48.343964+00:00 IST

Lord Shri Ram artwork reaches Ayodhya

A gem-studded gold base artwork of Lord Shri Ram was brought from Karnataka, has arrived at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple in Ayodhya today.

2025-12-24T15:45:32.027787+00:00 IST

Gujarat crosses 5 lakh rooftop solar installations

Gujarat has achieved a historic milestone in renewable energy by installing over 5 lakh rooftop solar systems, delivering an aggregate installed capacity of 1,879 megawatts.

2025-12-24T15:31:04.279370+00:00 IST

Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel hears grievances, orders swift redress

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel personally heard the representations of citizens who came forward during the December 2025 State SWAGAT and issued instructions to the concerned departments for their appropriate redressal. In this context, he also firmly instructed the state departments and administrative officials that representations received through SWAGAT should be resolved through collective efforts

2025-12-24T15:26:23.589874+00:00 IST

Centre to track failed Class 10, 12 students from 2026

The Ministry of Education will begin systematically tracking students who fail Class 10 and Class 12 examinations from 2026 and link them with the National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) for re-admission, in an effort to mainstream out-of-school children, sources said.

2025-12-24T15:00:20.673162+00:00 IST

SAMDCOT seeks fair probe in IGMC doctor incident

The State Association of Medical and Dental College Teachers (SAMDCOT) on Wednesday expressed grave concern over the recent violent incident involving a doctor and a patient at Indira Gandhi Medical College (IGMC), Shimla, urging the administration, media and public to allow a fair and transparent investigation instead of relying on selective video clips circulating on social media.

2025-12-24T14:57:30.544425+00:00 IST

Himachal Pradesh: CM Sukhu launches Shimla 'Winter Carnival'

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Wednesday inaugurated the Shimla Winter Carnival organised by the Shimla Municipal Corporation at the historic Ridge in Shimla. He also flagged off a vibrant cultural parade featuring folk troupes from all districts of the State.

2025-12-24T14:54:26.852131+00:00 IST