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Uttar Pradesh PCS prelims conclude with only 42% candidates turnout

Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) Secretary Ashok Kumar said the exams were conducted peacefully under the watch of police and other agencies

Punjab demands greater financial support during pre-Budget meet with FM

The Punjab government has proposed an incentive of Rs 2,500 per acre, with Rs 2,000 per acre from the Centre and Rs 500 per acre from the state

Haryana govt notifies procurement of 24 crops at minimum support price

The state cabinet of the previous government, which was also headed by Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, already approved the proposal of buying 10 additional crops at MSP

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Will ensure that schemes' benefits reach eligible individuals: CM Saini

Saini said that the government is committed to reaching out to every member of society, addressing their concerns and ensuring that no eligible person is left behind

Meghalaya sees 84 sq km decrease in forest cover between 2021-2023: ISFR

Except for Sikkim, which reported an increase of 2 sq km forest cover, all other states in the northeast region witnessed a reduction of the area under forests

Condition critical, say doctors as farmer Dallewal's fast enters Day 27

Doctors attending to him at the Khanauri border protest site reiterated that Dallewal is at the risk of cardiac arrest and multi-organ failure

India must protect integrity of constitutional institutions, says SC Judge

Justice Narasimha was delivering the Justice E S Ventakaramiah Centennial Memorial Lecture, organised by the National Law School of India University (NLSIU) in Bengaluru

ISRO's POEM-4 to test seed germination, debris capture, green fuel in space

The Amity Plant Experimental Module in Space (APEMS), developed by Amity University, Mumbai, plans to study the growth of spinach in a microgravity environment

V-P Dhankar calls for accountability of MPs over Parliament disruptions

He also said that for any democracy to succeed, expression and dialogue must go hand in hand with great responsibility on both sides

Tripura remained backward during Left rule, BJP brought development: Shah

Addressing a public meeting here after visiting a village where displaced Bru tribals were rehabilitated, Shah said that Tripura remained behind on all parameters of development during communist rule

INX Media case: Court allows Congress MP Karti Chidambaram to travel abroad

In an order passed on December 17, Special Judge Kaveri Baweja allowed Karti Chidambaram to travel to Vienna (Austria) and the UK to attend events related to his company and meet his daughter

UP govt makes special arrangements for insect-free Maha Kumbh Mela

These blowers are capable of eradicating mosquitoes and flies within 30 minutes of receiving a call. The system ensures a swift response and a hygienic environment for all attendees

VOC Port earmarks Rs 41,860 cr to position itself as green hydrogen hub

V O Chidambaranar Port has handled a cargo volume of 29.70 million tonnes including 5.62 lakh TEUs of containers till December 19, 2024 this is an overall growth of 1.87 per cent and 6.74 per cent

Odisha 2nd in India for max increase in green cover inside forest area

Odisha reported an increase of 118.17 sq km of forest inside the recorded forest area, while Mizoram was at the top position with an increase of 192.92 sq km

J&K CM urges south Indian filmmakers to promote state's natural beauty

While there is no precise estimate of the south Indian film industry's size, a 2022 report by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) valued it at approximately Rs 74,900 crore

PM Modi to distribute over 71,000 appointment letters under Rozgar Mela

The Rozgar Mela will provide meaningful opportunities to youngsters for their participation in nation-building and self-empowerment

Will SC conduct further inquiry, asks Surjewala after Pegasus verdict in US

Surjewala shared a media report which said that, for the first time, a court in the US had held Israel's NSO Group liable for its intrusive spyware Pegasus

Cubbon Reads event in Bengaluru park stopped, organisers claim harassment

Cubbon Reads, a 'silent reading group' in Bengaluru, claimed that their members were evicted and asked to pay a fine of Rs 35,000 for using the Cubbon Park premises

PM Modi receives ceremonial welcome ahead of talks with Kuwaiti leadership

Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a ceremonial welcome and Guard of Honour at the Bayan Palace here ahead of his talks with Kuwait's top leadership on Sunday.