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Tripura Chief Minister Announces Rs 100 Crore Package for Surrendered NLFT Militants

| April 8, 2024, 2:38 a.m.

Tripura Chief Minister Announces Rs 100 Crore Package for Surrendered NLFT Militants

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha revealed that the central government has approved a Rs 100 crore package for surrendered militants of the Nationalist Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT). He emphasized the government's commitment to peace and development in the region, highlighting various initiatives and accords, including the recent agreement addressing the Bru migrant issue.

| March 12, 2024, 6:58 a.m.

Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar Resigns Amid Alliance Speculation

Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar has resigned, along with his entire cabinet, amidst speculation of a rift in the ruling BJP-JJP alliance over seat-sharing for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. Both the BJP and the JJP have announced plans to contest the polls independently, with the JJP requesting two Lok Sabha seats but only being offered one by the BJP. Mr. Khattar's resignation fuels rumors of his potential Lok Sabha election debut or return as Chief Minister, possibly leading a government supported by independent MLAs and bolstered by defections from the JJP.

| March 11, 2024, 5:06 a.m.

Gujarat Chief Minister Launches Schemes to Support Students' Education with Rs 1,650 Crore Allocation

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel inaugurated two schemes aimed at providing financial assistance to students from Classes 9 to 12, with a budget allocation of Rs 1,650 crore. The "Namo Lakshmi Yogana" offers Rs 50,000 over four years to girls in Classes 9 to 12, while the "Namo Saraswati Vigyan Sadhana Yojana" provides Rs 25,000 to students in the science stream in Classes 11 and 12. These initiatives, fulfilling Prime Minister Narendra Modi's commitment to girls' education and promoting science education, aim to empower women and youth in Gujarat through education.

| March 11, 2024, 5:04 a.m.

Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik Emphasizes Public Welfare and Government Service at Job Recruitment Event

Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik reaffirmed his government's commitment to bringing transformative changes to people's lives during a function where 1,294 individuals were recruited for government jobs. Patnaik emphasized the importance of public welfare and urged the new employees to serve with sincerity and dedication. He highlighted the significance of each role in achieving the state's goals and welcomed the inclusion of outstanding sportspersons among the recruits, seeing them as sources of inspiration for aspiring athletes.

Devendra Fadavnis Dy CM of Maharastra

| Feb. 3, 2024, 9:23 a.m.

High-Level Inquiry Ordered into Ulhasnagar Firing Incident Involving BJP MLA and Shiv Sena Leader

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has ordered a high-level inquiry into a serious firing incident in Ulhasnagar involving BJP MLA Ganpat Gaikwad and local Shiv Sena leader Mahesh Gaikwad. The incident, which occurred inside a police station, is linked to a land dispute. Ganpat Gaikwad justified his actions, stating he used a firearm to protect his son from alleged assault by the Sena leader's associates. He accused Chief Minister Eknath Shinde of fostering a "kingdom of criminals" in Maharashtra and claimed the CM's son was taking credit for his work. The state BJP chief pledged action if the MLA is found guilty.

| Dec. 12, 2023, 4:05 p.m.

"Mohan Yadav, Ujjain South MLA, Announced as the Next CM of Madhya Pradesh"

In a significant political development, Mohan Yadav, presently serving as the Ujjain South MLA, has been named as the next CM of Madhya Pradesh. This announcement marks a pivotal moment in the state's political landscape, Yadav appointment at the top post ended Shivraj Singh Chouhan's 4 term-long stint as MP CM.

Maharashtra CM Announces Financial Aid of 1 Lakh for Girls From Low-Income Families

| Oct. 12, 2023, 5:32 a.m.

Maharashtra CM Announces Financial Aid of 1 Lakh for Girls From Low-Income Families

The Chief Minister of Maharashtra has made a big statement, revealing that the country will provide economic aid of 1 lakh to women from low-profits households. This initiative objectives to support and empower ladies of their pursuit of education and private development.

Harayana Communical Violence images in Haryana

| Aug. 2, 2023, 12:49 p.m.

Communal Violence in Haryana Claims Lives; Chief Minister Assures Action and Security

Communal violence in Haryana has led to the tragic loss of lives, with six people, including two home guards, losing their lives. The Chief Minister of Haryana, Manohar Lal Khattar, provided an update on the situation, stating that the clashes had resulted in casualties and arrests. Efforts are underway to restore normalcy and ensure the safety of the public. A Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been constituted to probe the incidents, and the role of a Bajrang Dal member in the clashes is under scrutiny. Security measures have been heightened in sensitive areas to prevent any further escalation of violence.

Earthmovers on restoration work as massive landslide damaged buildings at Shamti after heavy monsoon rainfall, in Solan district, on July 11, 2023 | Photo Credit: PTI

| July 28, 2023, 2:39 p.m.

World Bank Offers Full Support to Flood-Hit Himachal Pradesh for Reconstruction Efforts

The World Bank has extended its complete support to the flood-affected state of Himachal Pradesh, offering assistance in conducting a comprehensive assessment of damages across various sectors. The assessment, in collaboration with the Global Facility for Disaster Reduction and Recovery (GFDRR), aims to quantify losses in roads, power, water supply, housing, agriculture, and other areas. The bank also stands ready to provide technical aid for recovery and reconstruction, disaster risk management, infrastructure design, ecosystem services, and livelihood resilience. Himachal Pradesh's Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has expressed gratitude for the World Bank's support, and the proposed assessment is expected to play a pivotal role in the state's reconstruction efforts.

File Photo of Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde with Deputy CMs Devendra Fadnavis and Ajit Pawar during a cabinet meeting. ( Image Source : Twitter/@MaharashtraCMO )

| July 24, 2023, 4:59 p.m.

Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis Rejects Claims of Ajit Pawar Replacing Eknath Shinde as Maharashtra CM

Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has dismissed Congress leader Prithviraj Chavan's claim that Ajit Pawar, a prominent figure in the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), will replace Eknath Shinde as the state's Chief Minister in August. Fadnavis stated that there is "clarity" within the ruling coalition that Eknath Shinde is and will remain the Chief Minister. Chavan had previously asserted that a decision on the disqualification of Shinde and other MLAs would be taken around August 10, leading to Ajit Pawar assuming the top post. However, Fadnavis emphasized that there would be no change in the current leadership.

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