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Jan222025 by TheStateLineNo Comments

Road accident: PM Modi announces Rs 2 lakh solatium for kin of dead in Karnataka’s Karwar

Bengaluru, Jan 22 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra on Wednesday condoled the loss of lives in a road accident in Karnataka's Karwar district and announced a solatium of Rs 2 lakh each to the next of kin of the deceased.PM Modi also announced Rs 50,000 each for the injured in the incident.Taking to social media handle X, Prime Minister Modi said, "Deeply saddened by the loss of lives in the accident in the Uttara Kannada (Karwar) district of Karnataka. Condolences to those who lost their loved ones. May the injured recover soon. The local administration is assisting those affected. An ex-gratia of Rs 2 lakh from PMNRF would be given to the next of kin of each deceased. The injured would be given Rs 50,000."Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah said, "Deeply saddened by the tragic ro...

Jan222025 by TheStateLineNo Comments

IT Department searches in Tollywood continue for second day

INDIA, SPECIAL, STATE'S, TOP STORIES

Hyderabad, Jan 22 (IANS) The Income Tax Department continued searches at the properties of prominent film-maker and Telangana State Film Development Corporation (TSFDC) Chairman Dil Raju, Mythri Movie Makers and Mango Media in Hyderabad for the second day on Wednesday.The searches, which began Tuesday morning, continued at various locations including Dil Raju’s residence in Ujas Villas, Jubilee Hills, his office and the premises of his relatives on Wednesday.Several teams of IT officials were checking the financial transactions of the production houses, which made some of the major big-budget movies recently.The searches are said to be part of investigations into the difference between their revenues and Income Tax paid. The IT sleuths were inspecting key documents including balance sheets...

Jan222025 by TheStateLineNo Comments

ONDC network to deliver Mahakumbh prasad across India

Health, SPECIAL, STATE'S

New Delhi, Jan 22 (IANS) In a first, the government-run Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) Network on Wednesday announced that devotees from across the country can order prasad from the ongoing Mahakumbh mela at Uttar Pradesh’s Prayagraj.One can avail the prasad without traveling to the holy sites, via Waayu -- a seller network participant.ONDC said that devotees can now order prasad from the Bade Hanuman Ji Temple in Prayagraj and the Ayodhya Temple in Ayodhya using leading buyer apps such as Paytm, Snapdeal, Easypay, DigiHaat, MyStore, and Rubaru.The prasad delivery is facilitated by logistics participants on the Network ensuring shipping across India with a 7-day turnaround time.The service, which commenced on 13th January 2025, is available nationwide and will continue beyond the...

Jan222025 by TheStateLineNo Comments

Cabinet apprised of achievements under National Health Mission between FY 2021-24

Health, SPECIAL, TOP STORIES

New Delhi, Jan 22 (IANS) The Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi, was apprised of the progress made under the National Health Mission (NHM) during the years 2021-22, 2022-23 and 2023-24.This included an accelerated decline in maternal mortality rate (MMR), infant mortality rate, under-five mortality rate, and total fertility rate and the progress in respect of various diseases programmes like tuberculosis (TB), malaria, kala-azar, dengue, leprosy, viral hepatitis, among others, as well as the new initiatives undertaken such as National Sickle Cell Anaemia Elimination Mission.“The NHM has significantly contributed to improving India's public health outcomes through its relentless efforts in expanding human resources, addressing critical health issues, and fostering an...

Jan192025 by TheStateLineNo Comments

Gul Panag leads ‘Sundays on Cycle’ event

INDIA, SPECIAL, STATE'S, TOP STORIES

New Delhi, Jan 19 (IANS) Actor Gul Panag and Arjuna awardee boxer Saweety Boora on Sunday joined the ‘Fit India Sundays on Cycle’ campaign, calling it is the only way to build a sporting and fitness culture in the country.The two led more than 500 cyclists at the Leisure Valley Park in Gurugram highlighting the "Road Safety" theme for this week’s nationwide cycling event, which was launched by Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya last month.“I have been associated with the Fit India movement from the time it was launched many years ago. It is a fantastic initiative by the Sports Authority of India,” said Gul Panag.She said Fit India movement is the only way to build a sporting and a fitness culture which will lead India into winning more medals in competitive arenas.“But we have to star...

Jan192025 by TheStateLineNo Comments

Mrunal Thakur channels her inner fangirl during the Coldplay concert

ENTERTAINMENT, SPECIAL

Mumbai, Jan 19 (IANS) Coldplay is presently in India for their ‘Music of the Spheres’ World Tour. Recently, the British rock band performed at the DY Patil Stadium in Mumbai. Bollywood diva, Mrunal Thakur also joined the lost list of attendees who grooved to the tunes of the rock band.Mrunal Thakur also decided to post a few sneak peeks from the eventful night on her Instagram stories. For the unversed, Coldplay will perform in Mumbai on 18, 19, and 21 January this year. Meanwhile, the second leg of the Indian tour will take place in Ahmedabad on 25 and 26 January.In the meantime, Mrunal Thakur recently made headlines due to her perky comment on Bruno Mars' Instagram post. The singer posted a jaw-dropping photo in a white ganji and matching hat on the photo-sharing app. He wrote in the cap...

Jan192025 by TheStateLineNo Comments

HIL 2024-25: Soorma Hockey Club eye winning start of phase 2 against Shrachi Rarh Bengal Tigers

SPECIAL, SPORTS, STATE'S, TOP STORIES

Rourkela, Jan 19 (IANS) Soorma Hockey Club Men’s team has a busy period ahead of them with a clash against Shrachi Rarh Bengal Tigers on Monday, followed by a match against Delhi SG Pipers on January 22. With these two matches, Soorma will aim to begin phase 2 of the league on the right foot.In phase 2, Soorma Hockey Club are placed in Pool A along with Delhi SG Pipers, Shrachi Rarh Bengal Tigers and Vedanta Kalinga Lancers.Having played six matches so far, Soorma Hockey Club have secured one win, two penalty shootout bonus points and one draw to be placed sixth on the table with eight points to their name. Meanwhile, Shrachi Rarh Bengal Tigers are placed fourth, coming off a 5-3 victory against the UP Rudras in their last match.“I think the match tomorrow is going to be a fight, a stretch...

Jan192025 by TheStateLineNo Comments

IMF approves immediate disbursement of 248 mln USD to Ethiopia

SPECIAL, TOP STORIES, WORLD

Addis Ababa, Jan 19 (IANS) The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has approved an immediate disbursement of about 248 million U.S. dollars to Ethiopia to help the East African country meet its balance of payments needs.The decision came after the IMF held its second review of the 48-month Extended Credit Facility (ECF) for Ethiopia, according to an IMF statement, the state-run Ethiopian News Agency reported Saturday.The disbursement is a part of Ethiopia's ECF arrangement for a total of about 3.4 billion U.S. dollars, which was approved in late July last year, Xinhua news agency reported.The four-year financing package intends to support Ethiopia's Homegrown Economic Reform Agenda with the aim of addressing macroeconomic imbalances, restoring external debt sustainab...

Jan192025 by TheStateLineNo Comments

Making Gill vice-captain for Champions Trophy speaks volumes about his potential, says Raina

SPECIAL, SPORTS, TOP STORIES

New Delhi, Jan 19 (IANS) Former India cricketer Suresh Raina believes opener Shubman Gill being appointed as the side’s vice-captain for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy is a move which speaks volumes about his potential as a future leader.Gill served as India’s vice-captain in the white-ball tour of Sri Lanka last year, and retained the position in the squad for three ODIs against England and the ICC Champions Trophy, with chief selector Ajit Agarkar saying that he showed ample qualities to be in that leadership role."Absolutely. I think Shubman Gill is the next superstar in India. He’s done remarkably well in the one-day side. When you give such a good opportunity to a youngster, like making him the vice-captain in the ICC Champions Trophy, it speaks volumes about his potential."Rohit S...

Jan192025 by TheStateLineNo Comments

PM Modi highlights Netaji’s connection to Jharkhand’s Gomoh in ‘Mann Ki Baat’

INDIA, SPECIAL, STATE'S, TOP STORIES

New Delhi, Jan 19 (IANS) Jharkhand's Gomoh holds a special place in India's freedom struggle, as Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose touched the soil here the last time before embarking on his mission to secure India's Independence. This historical connection was brought to light by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the 118th episode of 'Mann Ki Baat' on Sunday.Recalling the dramatic events of 'The Great Escape', PM Modi said, "It was January in Kolkata during the peak of World War II. India's anger against British rule was rising. Police patrolled every corner of the city, with special attention to a house in the heart of Kolkata. Amid this tension, a man in a brown coat, pants, and a black hat stepped out of the house under the cover of darkness. Dodging several checkpoints, he reached Gomoh stati...