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Mysuru: The department of women and child development, empowerment of differently abled and senior citizens, announced an award for child marriage-free gram panchayats across the state, aiming to strengthen grassroots efforts to eliminate child marriages and protect children’s rights.Though Jan 31 was the last date to submit applications, no GP in the district applied for the award. The absence of applications was attributed to a lack of awareness and the unavailability of clear data regarding child marriage cases during the past three years. Following this, the department sought assistance from the district police to collect verified information on child marriage…

Pune: Troops of the Indian Army’s Southern Command on Monday showcased their capability to undertake high-intensity, integrated operations as Southern Army Commander Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth reviewed Exercise Rudra Shakti, a major all-arms manoeuvre with live firing at the Pokhran field firing ranges.Conducted by the newly raised Rudra Brigade, the exercise marked a key step in validating new operational concepts and combat readiness in the desert sector. Senior commanders observed close coordination among multiple combat arms, reflecting the Army’s evolving doctrine centred on speed, precision and jointness.Pune: Mulshi Trader Jail Term, Purandar Airport Loan Nod, Farmer Organ Donation And MoreRudra…

Panaji: Reacting to his acquittal in the alleged rape case, revenue minister Atanasio ‘Babush’ Monserrate on Wednesday said that he had full faith in the judiciary and, because of the case, he has suffered for the last 10 years.Outside the North Goa district and sessions court at Merces, Monserrate said, “I have full faith in the judiciary of the country. I was acquitted of all the allegations made against me by the district court. It was a long wait. It was 10 years. I know how I suffered in the last 10 years.”Monserrate thanked his family, friends and supporters who…

Patiala: Patiala is set to host the fourth edition of the Military Literature Festival under the banner of the Patiala Heritage Festival, with the two-day event commencing at 10 am on Feb 12 at Khalsa College.Deputy commissioner Varjit Walia has extended an open invitation to district residents to participate in the festival, describing it as an enriching and educational experience for students as well as the general public.The festival is being organised by the district administration in collaboration with the Military Literature Festival Association, under the guidance of Lieutenant General (retd) Chetinder Singh, AVSM, SM, VSM. Punjab health minister Dr…

Lucknow: Participating in Budget discussion in the Lok Sabha on Tuesday, Samajwadi Party national president Akhilesh Yadav came down heavily on the BJP-led NDA govt for “compromising the interests of the farmer community in trade deal with the United States” and the Centre’s failure to offer any relief to the PDA community in the Budget. The SP had coined the political acronym of PDA (Pichhde, Dalits and Alpsankhyak) in the run-up to the 2024 elections and the move had yielded positive electoral results.”PDA has been neglected in the Union Budget which completely lacks vision to lead India onto the path…

Patna: Special Task Force (STF) arrested notorious criminal Badal Rai and three of his associates during a raid in the Alamganj police station area of Patna district. A large cache of illegal weapons and other incriminating materials was recovered during the operation, according to an official statement issued on Wednesday.According to the police headquarters, the STF had received a tip-off that Badal was planning to execute a major incident in collaboration with land mafias from Didarganj and Patna City. Acting swiftly, the special team conducted a raid and nabbed the four criminals, averting a potential crime.The STF recovered two country-made…

Jaipur: KRAFTON India brought its nationwide College Campus Tour to LNMIIT in Jaipur on February 7 and 8, marking a significant milestone for the local Esports community. As part of the second edition of its flagship grassroots initiative, the campus activation integrated professionally structured tournaments directly into Vivacity 2026, giving students their first opportunity to compete in an organized competitive environment.Students at LNMIIT competed in BGMI and Real Cricket tournaments with standardized formats, experienced tournament oversight, and clear advancement pathways. Unlike casual gaming, participants will experience the structure and competitive intensity of professional Esports – complete with official rules, live…

Nagpur: A 31-year-old driver employed by a Sadar-based businessman died in a tragic road accident on Wednesday.According to police, businessman Ajit Challani’s driver Vijay Kharbikar had cleaned and parked the four-wheeler outside the compound wall of the residence of his employer in Byramji Town near Sadar while his boss stood beside the car. Road construction work was in progress in the vicinity at the time.Nagpur: One Vote Maharashtra Thriller, Coal Gasification Land Cleared, Flyover Phase Two And MoreAt around 11.50am, an asphalt mix truck (MH 31 AP 2872), allegedly driven recklessly, reversed at high speed and hit Kharbikar. The truck…

Rajkot: The abandonment of a newborn in the city led to the registration of a case under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (Pocso) Act after police found the infant’s mother was 15-year-old girl who had been raped.On Jan 27, the newborn was found abandoned near Madhapar Crossroads. According to police, locals alerted the authorities after finding the infant in a railway yard opposite Santoshi Nagar on Jamnagar Road. Gandhigram police, along with an ambulance, rushed the baby to a hospital. The newborn, who was underweight and facing health complications, needed oxygen support and is currently stable under medical…

Ranchi: Micro-lift irrigation projects under the Jharkhand State Livelihood Promotion Society (JSLPS) will be expanded from 10 to 50 blocks next year, as the state govt looks to scale up women-led livelihood initiatives. The decision comes amid reports that irrigation support significantly improved horticulture output and raised the incomes of several self-help group (SHG) members. The governing body met in Ranchi under the chairpersonship of rural development minister Deepika Pandey Singh.In another key move, SHG women will be linked more directly to govt supply chains. Products such as sanitary napkins, school bags and notebooks, mid-day meal materials, milk and vegetables…