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December 24, 2025 3:43 PM

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Punjab expands Technology-based interventions to reduce Maternal Mortality Rate

Punjab Health Department has announced the statewide expansion of proven technology-based interventions at government health facilities to reduce the Maternal Mortality Rate (MMR) in the state. The decision has been taken after viewing the positive results of a pilot project launched to curb materna...

December 24, 2025 1:04 PM

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MLC By-Poll Held for Mahabubnagar Local Bodies Constituency in Telangana

In Telangana, a total of 1439 electors are exercising their franchise at 10 polling stations set up for MLC by-election for Mahabubnagar local bodies constituency.  Polling that began at 8 AM will continue till 4 PM. The by-poll was necessitated following the resignation of BRS MLC K. Narayan Reddy....

December 24, 2025 12:01 PM

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World-Famous Dhanu Yatra Begins at Bargarh in Odisha This Evening

The world-famous Dhanu Yatra, an 11-day epic open-air theatre festival depicting the Krishna-Kansa myth, will begin at Bargarh in Odisha this evening. The annual cultural spectacle brings mythology, tradition and performance together in a unique celebration as the town of Bargarh turns into a living...

December 24, 2025 9:34 AM

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Northern Railway Introduces Scratch Rakes to Curb Winter Fog Delays

In a bid to minimise delays caused by dense fog during the winter season and to enhance passenger convenience, Northern Railway’s Jammu Division has introduced the provision of “scratch rakes” or additional rakes for select trains. The initiative aims to ensure timely departure and arrival of trains...

December 24, 2025 7:32 AM

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Delhi LG Writes Letter to Arvind Kejriwal Criticising Him for Air Pollution

Delhi Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena has written a letter to former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, criticising him for the pollution in the capital. In a 15-page letter, Mr Saxena accused the previous Aam Aadmi Party government for 11 years of negligence and failing to take measures to cont...