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Shillong, March 23 Amidst protests over non-tribal participation in a tribal council election in Meghalaya, the Garo Hills Autonomous District Council on Monday approved a key amendment mandating that only members of Scheduled Tribes can contest the polls, effectively ending the participation of...

Gandhinagar, March 23 – The Gujarat government stated on Monday that petrol and diesel stocks in the state remain adequate, dismissing rumors of a shortage and urging the public not to panic or hoard.Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi said claims circulating on social media about a fuel...

New Delhi, March 23 The Centre has directed states to prevent small coal retailers from profiting from the West Asia crisis, as global energy disruptions threaten to ripple into domestic fuel markets.Speaking to reporters on the sidelines of an event here, Coal and Mines Minister G Kishan...

Kolkata, March 23 The Election Commission questioned the petitioner's standing on Monday while filing a public interest litigation (PIL) challenging the transfer of several officers of the West Bengal government after the announcement of state assembly elections.The petitioner, a lawyer...

New Delhi, March 23 Questioning the "insensitive" approach of the Gurugram Police and the magistrate who examined a four-year-old rape victim, the Supreme Court on Monday directed the Gurugram commissioner of police and the investigating officer to appear before it on March 25 with all the probe...

New Delhi, March 23 – The Supreme Court on Monday criticized the West Bengal government over delays in the construction of the Kolkata Metro project, observing that the authorities' conduct reflected an "obstinate attitude" in hindering a public infrastructure project.A bench headed by Chief...

Lucknow, March 23 The Uttar Pradesh cabinet on Monday approved a proposal to increase the minimum support price (MSP) for wheat by ₹160 per quintal for the current procurement season, along with an additional payment of ₹20 per quintal to farmers towards cleaning, sorting, and handling costs...

Lucknow, March 23 Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday assured soldiers participating in the 'Janata Darshan' programme that they should serve the nation without any worry, as the government will take responsibility for the safety, dignity, and well-being of their families...

Bhubaneswar, March 23 Proceedings in the Odisha Assembly were disrupted for the fifth consecutive day on Monday as the opposition BJD and Congress demanded the resignation of Health Minister Mukesh Mahaling over the death of 12 patients in the fire at the SCB Medical College and Hospital in...

Mumbai, March 23 The supply of Piped Natural Gas (PNG) to commercial establishments in Maharashtra has been increased by 20 per cent, according to state Food and Civil Supplies Minister Chhagan Bhujbal, offering relief to restaurants and eateries.The government has decided to ease PNG...

Bathinda, March 22 Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann said his government is making strenuous efforts to restore the pristine glory of the state in every field, asserting that Punjab is once again moving towards vibrancy and holistic development.Addressing a gathering during the 'Virasati Mela'...

Chandigarh, March 22 Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema said on Sunday that the one-time settlement scheme for Value Added Tax arrears has covered dues of around Rs 298.39 crore, with Rs 111.16 crore recovered so far.Calling it a decisive step to clear outstanding tax liabilities...

Bhopal, March 22 – Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav removed Sidhi Collector Swarochit Somvanshi and Guna Superintendent of Police (SP) Ankit Soni with immediate effect on Sunday, while also ordering action against several other officials.SP Ankit Soni was removed following a...

Fazilka, March 22 Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Sunday criticized the opposition Congress and Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD), alleging that these parties "plundered" the state when they were in power and were now joining hands to ruin it.Addressing a rally, Mann urged the people to come...

Chandigarh, March 22 – Punjab BJP President Sunil Jakhar alleged on Sunday that a group “is looting the state and has taken control of the government”.He was addressing the media before heading to gherao (surround) the Chief Minister’s residence here in connection with the demand for justice...

Hyderabad, March 22 – The Telangana government has allocated ₹9,000 crore under the Rythu Bharosa scheme to provide financial assistance to farmers for cultivation on 1.50 acres.Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy released the first installment of ₹3,590 crore at a public meeting held in Narmeta...

Kolkata, March 22 The office of the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) in West Bengal is set to be moved to a new premises at the building of the Shipping Corporation of India starting Monday, ending an 18-year-long tenure at its Netaji Subhas Road address, officials said on Sunday.The CEO office...

New Delhi, March 22 – Prime Minister Narendra Modi wrote to Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on the occasion of Bihar Day, extending his greetings and highlighting the state's rich historical and cultural legacy, as well as its growing contribution to India's development.In his letter dated...

Chennai, March 22 – In a significant setback for the DMK-led alliance ahead of the Assembly elections, Tamil Nadu Vazhvurimai Party (TNVP) founder-leader T. Velmurugan announced on Sunday his decision to withdraw from the coalition, citing dissatisfaction with the seat-sharing arrangements and...

New Delhi, March 22 The Supreme Court has directed all states and Union territories to provide updated details regarding jails, including the sanctioned capacity of each prison and measures taken to address overcrowding, by May 18.A bench of Justices Vikram Nath and Sandeep Mehta also asked...