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Mar152024 by thestatelineNo Comments

BJP Tickets Allocated to Loyalists, Remaining Candidates Soon to be Named; Bommai

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Bengaluru: Former Karnataka Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai disclosed on Friday that tickets have been assigned to BJP loyalists, with the announcement of candidates for the remaining eight seats in the state expected within a day or two. Speaking to reporters after paying respects to Maadara Chennaiah seer, Bommai shared that he visited the pontiff ahead of the Lok Sabha polls, receiving advice to work for the welfare of the people—a commitment he has upheld for many years. Addressing speculation surrounding the Chitradurga Lok Sabha constituency ticket, Bommai mentioned discussions within the party's central parliamentary board but clarified that no candidate name had been finalized. He refuted rumors about the incumbent MP being denied a ticket. Responding to former minister K....

Mar152024 by thestatelineNo Comments

Kavitha, Daughter of KCR, Arrested by ED in Delhi Excise Policy Case

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Hyderabad: In a significant development, Kalvakuntla Kavitha, a member of the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) and daughter of party President and former Telangana Chief Minister K. Chandrasekhar Rao, was apprehended by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Friday. The arrest is in connection to a money-laundering case linked to the Delhi excise policy, following searches conducted at her residence in Hyderabad, as confirmed by the Enforcement Directorate. Amid heightened security and protests by BRS leaders and supporters outside her residence, Kavitha was escorted by the ED team to Hyderabad Airport in Shamshabad, where she will be flown to Delhi. Before departing, Kavitha embraced her family members, including her brother K.T. Rama Rao, and waved at supporters, displaying a 'V' sign. De...

Mar152024 by thestatelineNo Comments

Defence Ministry signs contract with HAL for upgradation of 25 Dornier aircraft

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New Delhi: In a significant development, the Ministry of Defence (MoD) has sealed a contract with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) for the Mid Life Upgrade (MLU) of 25 Dornier Aircraft, accompanied by associated equipment, for the Indian Navy. The contract, valued at Rs 2,890 crore, was finalized on Friday. The MLU project encompasses an upgrade aimed at integrating cutting-edge Avionics Systems and Primary Role sensors into the Dornier Aircraft. Highlighting the strategic importance of this upgrade, the Ministry of Defence emphasized that it would substantially bolster the operational prowess of Indian Navy Dornier aircraft. These enhancements are tailored to optimize the aircraft's performance in crucial maritime roles such as surveillance—both maritime and coastal—electronic in...

Mar152024 by thestatelineNo Comments

Piyush Goyal Ensures Timely Salary Settlement for NTC Employees

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New Delhi: Union Minister Piyush Goyal took a significant step on Friday by handing over cheques for 50% of the pending wages to representatives of National Textile Corporation Limited (NTC) workers. The event witnessed the presence of recognized worker unions from the Western and Southern Region, where approximately 7000 NTC employees across 20 mills stand to benefit. The delay in salary disbursements for NTC employees dates back to the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent financial strains faced by the corporation. Addressing the gathering, Goyal expressed regret over the impact of the pandemic on the company, which resulted in cash flow losses and affected employees. However, he highlighted the successful sale of Transfer of Development Rights (TDR) despite challenges, enabl...

Mar132024 by thestatelineNo Comments

Space One Rocket’s Inaugural Launch Ends in Failure as Kairos Explodes

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Tokyo: Japanese company Space One faced a setback on Wednesday as its inaugural rocket launch ended in failure, with the Kairos rocket exploding just moments after liftoff. This marked the first attempt from Japan's private sector to deploy a satellite into orbit. The incident occurred shortly after 11:00 a.m. local time (0200 GMT) at the launch site in Wakayama Prefecture, western Japan. Multiple live streams from local media captured the dramatic scene, showing smoke and fire erupting following the takeoff of the 18-meter, four-stage solid-fuel rocket, according to news agency. https://twitter.com/TheFlatEartherr/status/1767748924444397632

Mar132024 by thestatelineNo Comments

Amethi District Renames Eight Railway Stations

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New Delhi: The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has given its approval to the Uttar Pradesh government's request to rename eight railway stations in Amethi district, marking a significant development in local infrastructure. Following a proposal submitted on February 12, 2024, the MHA granted a No Objection Certificate (NOC) for the proposed name changes, as confirmed by a government spokesperson. The approved name alterations are as follows: Kasimpur Halt to Jais City Jais to Guru Gorakhnath Dham Bani to Swami Paramhans Misrauli to Maa Kalikan Dham Nihalgarh to Maharaja Bijli Pasi Akbarganj to Maa Ahorwa Bhawani Dham Warisganj to Amar Shahid Bhale Sultan Fursatganj to Tapeshwarnath Dham Rekha Sharma, the Senior Divisiona...

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Fake cancer medicine manufacturing unit busted in Delhi

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New Delhi: In a significant crackdown, the Delhi Police has dismantled an illegal unit engaged in the production of counterfeit cancer chemotherapy medicines. The operation led to the arrest of seven individuals, including two employees of a reputed hospital, uncovering a sophisticated network involved in manufacturing and distributing fake life-saving drugs. A senior police official revealed that raids conducted in the Moti Nagar area and other locations resulted in the seizure of spurious cancer medicines worth Rs 4 crore, encompassing seven international brands and two Indian brands. The arrested individuals have been identified as Viphil Jain, Suraj Shat, Neeraj Chauhan, Parvez, Komal Tiwari, Abhinay Kohli, and Tushar Chauhan. Shalini Singh, Special Commissioner of Police, Cri...

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Telangana Cabinet Initiates Judicial Probe into Kaleshwaram Project Irregularities

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Hyderabad: In a significant move, the Telangana Cabinet, under the leadership of Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy, has greenlit the establishment of a judicial commission to investigate alleged irregularities and corruption within the Kaleshwaram lift irrigation project. Chaired by former Supreme Court Judge Pinakini Chandra Ghosh, the commission has been tasked with submitting its comprehensive report within a timeline of 100 days, marking a commitment to transparency and accountability. This decision, announced during the Cabinet meeting, underscores the government's resolve to address concerns surrounding the Kaleshwaram project. Additionally, a separate commission, led by retired judge L. Narasimha Reddy, will investigate irregularities pertaining to the Bhadradri and Yadadri powe...

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Tripura CM Inaugurates State’s First Vidya Samiksha Kendra to Enhance Education Quality

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Agartala: Tripura's Chief Minister, Manik Saha, marked a significant milestone on Tuesday by launching the state's inaugural Vidya Samiksha Kendra (VSK) in Agartala. The VSK aims to bolster education quality through a blend of real-time monitoring, Artificial Intelligence (AI) support, and a commitment to fulfilling students' aspirations. Originally introduced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Gujarat in 2022, the Vidya Samiksha Kendra was conceptualized by the Union Education Ministry as a pivotal tool to enhance educational outcomes by leveraging existing capabilities and advancing transformative initiatives. https://twitter.com/mygovtripura/status/1767494123110748370 This center will digitize educational data, offering stakeholders instantaneous insights into various education...

Mar132024 by thestatelineNo Comments

Congress Announces Candidates for Lok Sabha Polls in Madhya Pradesh

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New Delhi: In a move signaling its strategy for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, the Congress party has finalized 10 candidates for Madhya Pradesh, with Nakul Nath set to contest from the Chhindwara constituency. Nakul Nath, the sole Congress MP from Madhya Pradesh and the son of former Chief Minister Kamal Nath, will once again vie for victory in the Chhindwara seat, a traditional stronghold for the Nath family. This decision was part of the Congress's release of its second list of candidates, which includes contenders for 10 out of the 29 Lok Sabha seats in Madhya Pradesh. Among the notable names in the list are senior leader Phool Singh Baraiya from Bhind (SC) and former minister Kamleshwar Patel from Sidhi. Additionally, Siddharth Kushwaha, despite his recent defeat in the As...