STATE’S

Jun282025 by TheStateLineNo Comments

Tripura govt gives special priority to improving quality of education: CM Saha

Agartala, June 28 (IANS) Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha said on Saturday that the state government is working with special priority to improve the quality of education in the state.The Chief Minister, attending the Bhupendra Chandra Dutta Bhowmik Merit-cum-Means Award-2025 event, said that education is necessary and important for making a good human.“Many educational institutions have now been established in the state in the field of higher education. Students are now coming from outside to study in Tripura,” said Saha, who also holds the education portfolio.He urged the students to increase their responsibility towards society, and they must get involved in various social work.The Chief Minister said that it is not possible to develop a state or country if the benefits of various pe...

Jun282025 by TheStateLineNo Comments

Famed Kerala urologist says Thiruvananthapuram Medical College hospital in dire straits

INDIA, SPECIAL, STATE'S, TOP STORIES

Thiruvananthapuram, June 28 (IANS) A social media post by a popular urologist, who heads the Urology Department at the prestigious Thiruvananthapuram Medical College hospital here, has raised eyebrows about the sorry state of affairs prevailing where a vast majority of its patients are from the poor and weaker sections of the society.Incidentally his post has come at a time when the journalist-turned-Kerala Health Minister Veena George often speaks about the quality of healthcare being given to patients in the state-run hospitals.The post which surfaced on Saturday following a huge discussion about it, Haris Chirackal withdrew it and posted a fresh one wherein he says that all what he said in his withdrawn post is true. In the withdrawn post Chirackal said that there is a huge shortage o...

Jun282025 by TheStateLineNo Comments

Omar Abdullah pledges to enhance playing experience for golfers in J&K

INDIA, STATE'S, TOP STORIES

Srinagar, June 28 (IANS) Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday reiterated his government’s commitment to making Jammu and Kashmir one of the premier golf destinations in the country.The Chief Minister made these remarks during a prize distribution ceremony held here at Srinagar, where winners and runners-up of the day’s golf tournament were felicitated. Earlier, the Chief Minister joined golfers to tee off the tournament at the Royal Springs Golf Course, which saw participation from eminent golfers from across the country, including former Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah.Welcoming the golfers to Kashmir, the Chief Minister said their presence was highly encouraging. He also expressed his gratitude to the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI) for organising t...

Jun282025 by TheStateLineNo Comments

Bihar: Two killed, two injured due to lightning in Gaya

INDIA, STATE'S, TOP STORIES

Patna, June 28 (IANS) Amid intermittent monsoon rains, lightning strikes claimed the lives of two people and injured two others in Gaya district, Bihar, on Saturday.In the Guraru block, Dinesh Yadav (40), a resident of Daulata village, died after being struck by lightning near Bhaduki village while returning from Rafiganj in Aurangabad. His sudden death has left the family in shock.In a separate incident in Pandey Pokhar village of Guraru, Rohit Kumar (14), son of Ramesh Manjhi, died on the spot after being struck by lightning while grazing cattle in a barren field.“There is news of two people dying due to the lightning strike. At present, one body has been sent to Magadh Medical College Hospital for post-mortem. We will recover another dead body for the post-mortem. Police are taking fu...

Jun282025 by TheStateLineNo Comments

RPL Season 1: Chennai Bulls to take on Delhi Redz in final; Bengaluru to meet Hyderabad for third place

SPORTS, STATE'S

Mumbai, June 28 (IANS) The Delhi Redz will take on the Chennai Bulls in the first-ever final of Season 1 of the Rugby Premier League (RPL) as they reached the summit clash with contrasting wins at the Shahaji Raje Bhosale Sports Complex here on Saturday.In the semifinals, the Chennai Bulls stormed past the Bengaluru Bravehearts, after which the Delhi Redz raised the bar and thwarted the challenge of the Hyderabad Heroes, who had finished as the table toppers in the league stage.In the first semifinal, the Bulls defeated the Bravehearts 31-12. The Chennai Bulls were out of the blocks at a good clip, with Vaafauese Maliko and Alexander Davis getting in their tries through speedy attacks. And Gaurav Kumar was able to convert one of the kicks after that. The Bulls were well and truly dominant ...

Jun272025 by TheStateLineNo Comments

Mangaluru Boosts Industrial Profile with Launch of Hi-Tech Tanker Calibration Unit

STATE'S

Mangaluru, June 25: In a major boost to the city’s industrial infrastructure, Mangaluru on Tuesday witnessed the launch of a state-of-the-art Tanker Calibration Unit by SS Metals and Industries. The facility, located in the Baikampady Industrial Area, promises to significantly enhance precision, safety, and regulatory compliance for businesses handling bulk liquids such as oil, fuel, and chemicals.The inauguration took place at a formal event held at The Ocean Pearl Hotel and was attended by several dignitaries, including Rev. Dr. Dexter S. Maben of St. Andrew’s Church, Bengaluru; Sunil A Jonas, Director of Jonas Group; and Sandhya Deepa Jonas, Partner at SS Metals.Senior industry figures such as Krishna Hegde Miyar, GGM (HR) at MRPL; Sanjay Parashar, Executive Director at Indian O...

Jun122025 by TheStateLineNo Comments

TN reports 97 pc COVID-19 antibody prevalence in latest sero survey

INDIA, STATE'S, TOP STORIES

Chennai, June 12 (IANS) Amid rising concerns over a possible fresh wave of COVID-19 cases across the country, the Tamil Nadu government has announced that the state’s population continues to show a very high level of immunity against the virus, thanks to effective vaccination coverage. According to the Directorate of Public Health and Preventive Medicine (DPH&PM), the fifth phase of the statewide serological survey revealed that 97 per cent of blood samples collected had developed antibodies against SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19.The survey, which began in April this year, focussed on elderly individuals across the six districts of Chennai, Tiruvallur, Tiruvannamalai, Tiruchirappalli, Dharmapuri, and Kanniyakumari.A total of 3,643 blood samples were collected and tested...

Jun122025 by TheStateLineNo Comments

Harshvardhan wraps up ‘Ek Deewane ki Deewaniyat’ shoot, celebrates with fireworks

ENTERTAINMENT, SPECIAL, STATE'S

Mumbai, June 12 (IANS) Bollywood actor Harshvardhan Rane has concluded the shooting of his upcoming passionate love story “Ek Deewane ki Deewaniyat” in Chandigarh and the team celebrated the moment with fireworks. Harshavardhan took to his Instagram stories section, where he shared a glimpse of the moment with his team. The video featured fireworks, heart shaped balloons and a golden hued board which read: “It’s a wrap for Ek Deewane ki Deewaniyat.”The actor wrote: “#Wrapup ‘Ek Deewane ki Deewaniyat’... Thanks to all the deewanas and deewanis who worked on this film. This is all thanks to each one of you. Can’t believe.”Talking about ‘Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat,’ the upcoming film also stars Sonam Bajwa and is locked for a Dusshera release. The date was announced on May 27 alongside a poster...

Jun122025 by TheStateLineNo Comments

Orange alert issued for TN‘s Ghat region, Nilgiris braces for extremely heavy rain

INDIA, SPECIAL, STATE'S, TOP STORIES

Chennai, June 12 (IANS) The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) has issued an orange alert for several ghat districts in Tamil Nadu, forecasting intense rainfall between June 13 and 16. The Nilgiris, Coimbatore, and adjoining hilly regions are expected to receive heavy to very heavy rain, with isolated areas in the Nilgiris likely to witness extremely heavy downpours exceeding 204.4 mm on June 14 and 15.Authorities have urged residents in these districts to remain alert and take necessary precautions against potential disruptions such as landslides, waterlogging, and reduced visibility.According to the MeT department, an orange alert in weather forecasts signifies a potentially disruptive weather situation, often due to heavy rainfall, and requires people to be prepared for sudden changes...

Jun122025 by TheStateLineNo Comments

Delhi Police nabs fugitive linked to Khalistani propaganda in Uttarakhand

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Dehradun, June 12 (IANS) The Special Cell of Delhi Police has arrested Gurdas Singh, a fugitive wanted in connection with a shooting at a property dealer's office in the Mansarovar Park area of the national Capital, officials said on Thursday. Acting on a tip-off, Singh, who had been absconding after being granted bail, was apprehended by the Special Cell from Uttarakhand on June 6, where he had been deliberately evading arrest for an extended period.In a significant revelation, authorities found that Singh was allegedly promoting the ideology of slain Khalistani terrorist Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale and designated pro-Khalistani terrorist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun."Gurdas Singh's mobile phone has been found containing inflammatory material and statements made by designated terrorist Gurpatwa...