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Feb232024 by thestatelineNo Comments

Four killed in China building fire

Nanjing: Tragedy struck the city of Nanjing, capital of Jiangsu Province in east China, as a building fire claimed the lives of four individuals early Friday morning. According to reports from Xinhua news agency, the fire erupted in a residential building located in the Yuhuatai District at approximately 4:39 a.m. The local fire rescue team swiftly responded to the incident. Despite prompt intervention, the blaze was only extinguished around 6:00 a.m., after which rescue operations were concluded.

Feb222024 by thestatelineNo Comments

Demolition Drive Clears Eight Illegal Colonies in Gurugram’s Sohna

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Feb222024 by thestatelineNo Comments

BJP Claims Congress Government in Karnataka Lacks Funds for Employee Salaries

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Mysuru: B.Y.Vijayendra, the BJP state President, asserted on Thursday that the Siddaramaiah-led Congress government in Karnataka is facing a severe financial crunch, leading to an inability to pay salaries to government employees. Addressing the media in Mysuru, Vijayendra highlighted the absence of development activities in the state and criticized the alleged diversion of funds from temples. He emphasized the unfortunate situation where legislators refuse to attend sessions due to the financial crisis, placing blame squarely on Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. Expressing dismay over Karnataka's affluent status contrasted with its current financial woes, Vijayendra questioned the efficacy of the Congress government and criticized its performance, especially in addressing poverty allevia...

Feb222024 by thestatelineNo Comments

Kumaraswamy Meets Amit Shah to Discuss Seat-Sharing in Karnataka Ahead of LS Polls

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New Delhi: Former Chief Minister and President of Karnataka JD(S), H.D. Kumaraswamy, engaged in a crucial meeting with Union Home Minister Amit Shah in New Delhi on Thursday, spanning 30 minutes at Shah's office. Sources indicate that the meeting was convened to finalize the seat-sharing arrangement between the parties and address the emergence of dissent within certain BJP factions in the state towards JD(S). Kumaraswamy reportedly urged Amit Shah to grant JD(S) candidates the opportunity to contest from Mandya, Hassan, Bengaluru Rural, or Kolar Lok Sabha constituencies. Despite the alliance being announced four months ago, seat-sharing remains unresolved. Notably, sitting MP Sumalatha Ambareesh, an independent candidate from Mandya, declared her support for BJP, affirming her decis...

Feb222024 by thestatelineNo Comments

Meta Expands Instagram’s Creator Marketplace to New Markets, Including India

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Meta, formerly known as Facebook, announced on Thursday the expansion of Instagram’s creator marketplace to eight additional markets, including India. This move aims to facilitate collaborations between more brands and creators, fostering partnerships within the Instagram community. The creator marketplace serves as a platform for brands and creators to connect and explore partnership opportunities. Initially piloted in the US in 2022, this tool has proven to be instrumental in bridging the gap between brands and content creators. In a recent blog post, Meta outlined its plans to invite creators and brands from Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the UK, Japan, India, Brazil, and even Chinese export brands to join Instagram’s creator marketplace in the coming weeks. This expansion signif...

Feb222024 by thestatelineNo Comments

Tragic Fatality During House Demolition in Hyderabad

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Hyderabad: A devastating incident unfolded during the demolition of a house in Hyderabad, resulting in the loss of a tenant's life on Thursday. The unfortunate event took place in Moosapet, within the jurisdiction of the Kukatpally police station. Authorities swiftly initiated an investigation into the matter following the registration of a case. The demolition endeavor was undertaken by former corporator T. Sravan Kumar, aimed at dismantling his old residence in Moosapet. Notably, the occupants renting the property were evacuated a day prior to the demolition. Tragically, as workers commenced the demolition process in the morning, they were unaware of the presence of anyone inside the structure. After a brief pause for lunch, work resumed and the demolition was completed, only to re...

Feb222024 by thestatelineNo Comments

Samantha Ruth Prabhu Opens Up About Weight and Workout Regimen

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Actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu recently took to social media to share a glimpse of her intense workout routine and candidly disclosed her weight. The star, known for her roles in films like 'Kushi', is gearing up for her next project, the Indian remake of 'Citadel', alongside Varun Dhawan, directed by Raj & DK and Sita R. Menon, featuring a stellar cast including Sikandar Kher, Kay Kay Menon, Saqib Saleem, and Emma Canning. In a series of Instagram pictures, Samantha is seen engaging in her workout regimen against the serene backdrop of the sea. Alongside these visuals, she boldly shared details of her weight and metabolic metrics, including her weight of 50.1 kilograms, a fat percentage of 24.0, fat mass of 12.0 kilograms, muscle mass of 35.9 kilograms, and a metabolic age of 23. ...

Feb202024 by thestatelineNo Comments

Australia to Double Naval Warships in Largest Expansion Since World War II

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Canberra: Australian Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Richard Marles, along with Defence Industry Minister Pat Conroy, made a significant announcement on Tuesday regarding a major overhaul in the nation's naval capabilities. They revealed the government's commitment to substantially increasing the size of Australia's naval warships, marking a historic transformation. Under the new initiative, Australia's fleet of combat-ready warships will undergo a significant expansion, growing from the current 11 vessels to 26. This ambitious endeavor is aimed at bolstering the nation's maritime defense capabilities to meet contemporary security challenges. The government has allocated an additional $7.2 billion over the next decade to expedite the delivery of the future fleet. Marles an...

Feb202024 by thestatelineNo Comments

Japan Extends Rs 12,814 Crore Loan for 9 Infrastructure Projects in India

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New Delhi: The Government of Japan has pledged Official Development Assistance (ODA) loan amounting to approximately Rs 12,814 crore for nine diverse projects across India. The exchange of notes for this agreement took place between Vikas Sheel, Additional Secretary of the Finance Ministry representing India, and Suzuki Hiroshi, Ambassador of Japan to India. The projects encompass a wide range of sectors, including transportation, healthcare, water supply, and innovation promotion. Notable initiatives include the North East Road Network Connectivity Improvement Project, aimed at enhancing infrastructure in the North East region, and the Chennai Peripheral Ring Road Project, designed to ease traffic congestion in Tamil Nadu. Furthermore, the assistance extends to projects fostering su...

Feb202024 by thestatelineNo Comments

Maharashtra Assembly Passes Maratha Quotas Bill Unanimously

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Mumbai: In a significant development, the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly has unanimously approved the Maratha Reservation Bill, allocating 10% quotas to the Maratha community in both education and government jobs. The bill was introduced during a Special Session of the Legislature, with Chief Minister Eknath Shinde elaborating on the government's stance regarding quotas. With the passage of this bill, the Maratha community will now benefit from 10% reservations in educational institutions and state government positions, addressing a longstanding demand. Addressing the assembly, Chief Minister Shinde reaffirmed his commitment to the late Balasaheb Thackeray and expressed pride in fulfilling this promise to the Maratha community. He credited the success of this initiative to the effo...