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Kakinada firecracker blast: CM Naidu announces ₹20 lakh ex-gratia, suspend
Updated : 2 weeks ago IST
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu has announced an ex-gratia of ₹20 lakh for the families of the people who lost their lives in the tragic firecracker explosion in Kakinada on Saturday. The Chief Minister, who visited the injured victims at GGH, expressed serious concern ove
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Reports of alleged sexual assault of minor girl in Medaram a rumour: NCW u
Updated : 1 month, 1 week ago IST
An NCW team visited the area to verify the claims and interacted with local officials as part of the inquiry. Speaking to ANI, Delina Khongdup, Member, NCW, said the allegations were found to be untrue. "Today we are at Mulugu for the rumour that has been spread that a 13-year-old girl wa
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'FEMA fully prepared to respond': Trump says ahead of historic winter stor
Updated : 1 month, 2 weeks ago IST
Ahead of the historic winter storm that would affect most of the United States over the weekend, US President Donald Trump on Saturday said that the administration is coordinating with state and local officials, with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) ready to respond.
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Andhra CM Chandrababu Naidu condoles loss of lives in Srikakulam stampede,
Updated : 4 months, 2 weeks ago IST
In a post on X, Chief Minister Naidu said, "The stampede incident at the Venkateswara Temple in Kashibugga in Srikakulam district has caused a shock. The death of devotees in this tragic incident is extremely heartbreaking. I express my deepest condolences to the families of the deceased.
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Over 1.1 million Afghans forced back from Iran in three months: Herat offi
Updated : 5 months, 1 week ago IST
Local officials in Herat said deportations of Afghan migrants from Iran have sharply increased, with up to 5,000 returning daily through Islam Qala. Over 1.1 million Afghans have been expelled in three months, and Iran has warned of a second wave, Tolo News reported.
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Himachal Monsoon: House and vehicles damaged after landslide hits Shimla h
Updated : 5 months, 1 week ago IST
According to local officials, two residential buildings were declared unsafe due to cracks, and one house sustained partial structural damage. Around six to seven vehicles were severely damaged in the incident. While no injuries were reported, the local administration is currently assessing
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Pakistan steps up crackdown on undocumented Afghan migrants in Peshawar
Updated : 7 months ago IST
Pakistani authorities have ramped up a sweeping crackdown against undocumented Afghan migrants in Peshawar, detaining large numbers of individuals without valid legal documents, Khaama Press reported, citing local officials.
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Afghanistan: Over 30,000 drug addicts rehabilitated in Herat in three year
Updated : 7 months, 1 week ago IST
Over 30,000 drug addicts in Afghanistan's Herat province have received treatment and reintegrated into society, local officials said. Around 4,000 are currently undergoing rehabilitation, with many suffering mental health issues due to addiction. Most were reportedly addicted in Iran before
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Germany: Three dead, several injured after passenger train derails in Ried
Updated : 7 months, 1 week ago IST
At least three people have died and several others sustained injuries after a passenger train derailed in the southwestern region of Germany on Sunday (local time), DW News reported, citing local officials.
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Tripura CM Manik Saha attends virtual inauguration of development projects
Updated : 8 months, 4 weeks ago IST
Tripura Chief Minister Dr Manik Saha on Friday virtually inaugurated a slew of development projects across South Tripura, aimed at strengthening the region's education and healthcare infrastructure. The virtual event was held from Sabroom, with local officials and residents participating acr
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ICE raids spark protests in Los Angeles; local officials say they were lef
Updated : 9 months, 1 week ago IST
ICE raids in Los Angeles sparked protests, with city officials saying they weren't warned in advance. DHS disputes this, claiming LAPD was notified. The confusion delayed police response and fueled tensions, highlighting the conflict between federal immigration actions and California's sanct
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Jammu and Kashmir: MOFPI-PMFME scheme boosts chemical-free jaggery product
Updated : 12 months ago IST
Kewal Kumar from Udhampur uses the MOFPI-PMFME scheme to improve sugarcane farming and make organic jaggery, benefiting from subsidies and advanced technology. Local officials praise the transformation of farming through government support
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