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Silchar: Union home minister Amit Shah will begin the BJP’s election campaign outreach in Assam’s Barak Valley with a visit to the India-Bangladesh international border in Cachar district on Feb 20, party sources said.Sources said Shah will arrive in Silchar on Feb 20 and travel to Natanpur village in the Katigorah area, close to the international border. He is scheduled to attend an event under the Centre’s Vibrant Villages Programme (VVP), a Union home ministry initiative focused on border infrastructure and livelihoods.Shah will also address a public meeting, with BJP working to mobilise a large gathering of party workers and…

Hubballi-Dharwad: Karnataka Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) has submitted a comprehensive set of proposals to Hubballi-Dharwad Municipal Corporation (HDMC) ahead of the 2026-27 civic budget, seeking targeted investments for balanced and sustainable growth in the twin cities.In its memorandum, KCCI prioritised 24×7 drinking water supply across all wards, calling for adequate funding and strict monitoring to ensure uninterrupted service. It also proposed a ‘One Ward-One Park’ initiative, large-scale tree plantation and pond development for rainwater harvesting, along with reuse of treated wastewater for irrigation and other non-potable purposes.On sanitation and public health, the chamber urged scientific solid waste management,…

Mangaluru: The district administration will begin school visits next week to boost confidence among SSLC students and help them overcome examination fear, said Dakshina Kannada deputy commissioner Darshan HV. The visits will be carried out by the deputy commissioner, zilla panchayat chief executive officer, and the superintendent of police, with the aim of reassuring students ahead of the public examinations.Speaking to reporters on Wednesday, Darshan said the initiative was intended to send a positive message to students appearing for the exams, and encourage them to face the tests without anxiety.He said students already have access to Tele-MANAS, a free mental…

Mysuru: Mysuru is set to get a 40-bed Regional Endocrinology Centre at PKTB premises on KRS Road.With the land transfer and related processes completed, the dept of medical education has initiated steps to establish the facility at a cost of Rs 50 crore.The state govt announced the centre for Mysuru and Kalaburagi in the 2025 budget.The facility will focus on the diagnosis and management of hormone-related disorders. It will also treat patients suffering from diabetes, thyroid issues, and metabolic disorders impacting the overall wellbeing of individuals.It will also help to address patients suffering from adrenal disorders, osteoporosis, growth hormone problems,…

Panaji: In the petition concerning the illegal digging of borewells in Chimbel, which has led to a water shortage, the project director of the JICA project, who is holding charge as chief engineer of the department of drinking water, Goa govt, submitted a reply to the high court. He stated that a major portion of Dharwadkar Colony is located at a higher altitude compared to surrounding areas. Because of this, it is not covered by the existing water distribution network.Chief engineer Vishwamber Bhende said in an affidavit submitted to the high court that due to the elevation, it is not…

Chandigarh: Congress criticised the state govt following the shooting in Tarn Taran, in which AAP sarpanch Harpreet Singh was killed and his cousin was seriously injured.Former deputy chief minister of Punjab and MP Sukhjinder Singh Randhawa questioned who would take responsibility for the incident, asking whether it would be the Chief Minister, the Director General of Police, or someone else. He said Punjab needs firm and capable leadership to restore public confidence.Chandigarh: Sukhbir Unveils 2027 Plan, Navjot Kaur Sidhu Targets Rahul, 1 Injured In Mall Shootout And MoreHe alleged that Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann failed to maintain law and order…

Kanpur: Senior umpire of the Kanpur Cricket Association (KCA) panel, Manik Gupta, died during a match on Wednesday after a swarm of bees attacked at Sapru ground in Shuklaganj Unnao, stinging umpires and players on the field, reports Faiz Siddiqui.Gupta, 65, was an umpire at a KDMA league match being played between YMCC and Paramount when the bees attacked. Several players and umpires caught in the attack were severely injured.Lucknow: Bhagwat Calls Hindustan Hindu Rashtra, Army Aspirant Alleges TTE Assault, LU Student Slapped And MoreGupta and the other umpire, Jagdish Sharma, were in white clothes, and the swarm remained around…

In a significant move towards greater governmental transparency, Bihar is set to install CCTV cameras across its 537 block offices, with an investment of Rs 1.25 lakh earmarked for each location. Deputy CM Vijay Kumar Sinha has championed this initiative, which is expected to bolster accountability within local administration. Patna: All 537 block offices in the state will be equipped with CCTV cameras and an amount of Rs1.25 lakh has been allocated per office for the work. The project is expected to be completed within this year, said deputy CM and revenue and land reforms minister Vijay Kumar Sinha on…

Ranchi: Forest department and villagers are on the vigil in Rania and Kara blocks of Khunti district following incidents of elephant intrusions in human habitations in recent days.Khunti divisional forest officer Dilip Kumar said that two to three elephants remain permanently in Rania and Karra areas and there have been instances of crops and property damages by them.He added that situation worsens when a herd of over 20 elephants crosses these areas, which lie on the transit route of the elephants in the state. He said, “But in the wake of recent incidents of elephant-human conflicts in other parts of…

Kolkata: The West Bengal commission for protection of child rights (WBCPCR) has developed a booklet of climate change-related projects for schools to engage children through practical learning and equip them with knowledge, skills, and values to act responsibly, protect themselves, and contribute to overcoming climate challenges. The booklet was forwarded to the school syllabus committee for inclusion of the projects in textbooks.The projects outlined included landslide and avalanche awareness through a diorama project; poster design on climate change and its effect on the local ecosystem and wildlife; creation of a comic strip on deforestation and climate hazards; posters on floods…