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DPRs prepare for Qazigund-Srinagar-Budgam doubling, Baramulla-Uri new line
Updated : 1 month, 1 week ago IST
After preparation of DPR, sanctioning of the project requires consultation with various stake-holders including State Governments and necessary approvals, viz., appraisal of NITI Aayog, Ministry of Finance, etc. As sanctioning of projects is a continuous and dynamic process, exact timelin
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NHRC seeks reports from States on gym regulation amid sexual exploitation
Updated : 1 month, 1 week ago IST
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has taken cognisance of rising concerns around gyms and fitness centres across India, particularly allegations of sexual exploitation and health risks linked to unregulated practices. Acting on multiple complaints, the Commission has issued noti
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Pollution a top priority for govt: DEA Secretary Anuradha Thakur on Union
Updated : 1 month, 1 week ago IST
"Pollution is a priority for the government. We are working with many state governments on projects related to air and water pollution. There is a significant budgetary outlay on sewage control as well as drainage," Thakur said.
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Trichy farmers eat rats in protest, alleging government neglect
Updated : 1 month, 2 weeks ago IST
Farmers' protest led by Ayyakannu, State President of the National South Indian Rivers Linking Farmers' Association, staged a unique protest in front of the Trichy District Collectorate, accusing both the Central and State governments of betraying the farming community.
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"Women safety increased after UCC implementation": Uttarakhand CM Dhami
Updated : 1 month, 3 weeks ago IST
CM Dhami said that the state has ensured that people receive benefits on the spot under various beneficiary schemes run by the Central and state governments.
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AIIMS expert calls for dedicated cancer allocation in Union Budget to acce
Updated : 1 month, 3 weeks ago IST
As a cancer specialist, Dr Shankar emphasised the importance of a dedicated cancer budget, saying it would empower oncologists and state governments to expand cancer services and reduce the financial burden on patients. "If there is a dedicated cancer budget, it will help improve cancer a
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"States sitting with fingers crossed as budget nears": Congress' Jairam Ra
Updated : 2 months ago IST
In a post on X following the announcement of the parliamentary schedule, Ramesh noted that the Union Budget for the 2026-27 fiscal year will be presented in approximately 20 days. He said the budget will inevitably reflect the recommendations of the 16th Finance Commission, which submitte
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“No fault of Central, State govt, question about local leadership”: Ajit P
Updated : 2 months, 1 week ago IST
Ajit Pawar, who is part of the Mahayuti alliance but decided to fight the PMC elections with his Sharad Pawar's NCP (SP), said that the Central and state governments are providing "ample" funds, but the implementation has not been realised at the local level.
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National Textiles Ministers' Conference to be held in Guwahati on January
Updated : 2 months, 1 week ago IST
Organised jointly by the Ministry of Textiles and the Assam Government, the two-day conference aims to bring together Union and State Ministers of Textiles, senior officials from Union and State Governments, and other stakeholders to deliberate on a coordinated national strategy to positi
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Chhattisgarh: Bastar IG reaffirms commitment to ending Naxalism by March 2
Updated : 2 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Bastar Inspector General (IG) P Sundarraj has reiterated the commitment to end Naxalism in the country by March 2026, saying that effective action is continuously being taken as per the central and state governments' orders.
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JP Nadda congratulates NDA members for "historic" Mahayuti victory in Maha
Updated : 2 months, 3 weeks ago IST
"Thanks to the people of the state for giving overwhelming support to the Mahayuti in the Maharashtra Nagar Panchayat and Nagar Parishad elections. This victory is the people's blessings on the vision of the welfare of every section under the central and state governments of the NDA led b
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"They want to make poor villagers, farm labourers slaves of rich": Kharge
Updated : 2 months, 3 weeks ago IST
He condemned the new VB G RAM-G law, claiming it serves only the interests of the Union Government. According to Kharge, the government's goal is to shift costs to state governments while offloading its own financial responsibilities.
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