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June 27, 2025 12:40 PM June 27, 2025 12:40 PM

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India’s sugar output to rise 15% in 2026 on strong monsoon, easing supply concerns

India’s sugar production is expected to rise by 15 per cent in the 2026 sugar season, reaching around 35 million tonnes. A report published by a credit rating agency says that the increase is likely due to an above-average monsoon, which will boost sugarcane yields and acreage, especially in Maharas...

June 27, 2025 11:41 AM June 27, 2025 11:41 AM

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Punjab govt signs MoU to set up Data Intelligence unit for tackling drug menace

The Punjab Government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a Data Intelligence and Technical Support Unit to combat the drug menace in the state. The MoU was signed between the State Government and Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Institute of Medical Sciences, Mohali and Vidyasagar Institut...

June 27, 2025 10:18 AM June 27, 2025 10:18 AM

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Deputy CM Eknath Shinde inaugurates key urban, health projects in Thane

In a significant push toward urban development and citizen welfare, Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde inaugurated and laid foundation stones for various infrastructure and health projects across the Thane Municipal Corporation (TMC) area yesterday. Speaking at the event, Mr. Shinde des...

June 27, 2025 9:46 AM June 27, 2025 9:46 AM

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CM Devendra Fadnavis unveils ‘Revenue Officers’ Handbook’ as transformative step in governance

Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday unveiled the ‘Revenue Officers’ Handbook’, a two-volume guide aimed at streamlining administrative processes and enhancing the efficiency of revenue officials across Maharashtra.   Speaking at the launch event held at Vidhan Bhavan, CM Fadnavis haile...

June 27, 2025 9:35 AM June 27, 2025 9:35 AM

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DRI seizes 1,115 tonnes of Pakistani goods smuggled into India

The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has seized 39 containers carrying 1,115 metric tonnes of Pakistani-origin goods, valued at nearly 9 crore rupees, at at Nhava Sheva port in Mumbai.   As per the officials, the containers were being illegally imported into India by sea via Dubai yest...

June 27, 2025 9:08 AM June 27, 2025 9:08 AM

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India wins bid to host prestigious 2029 World Police & Fire Games

India has won the bid to host the prestigious 2029 World Police & Fire Games (WPFG). The announcement was made after a compelling presentation by Indian representatives to the WPFG Federation in Birmingham, USA.   The event is set to take place across Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar, and Ekta Nagar ...

June 26, 2025 10:35 PM June 26, 2025 10:35 PM

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J&K LG meets political leaders, discusses Amarnath Yatra preparations

Jammu & Kashmir Lt Governor Manoj Sinha today held a meeting with political leaders at Raj Bhawan in Srinagar and discussed the preparations for Amarnath Yatra, which is scheduled to begin from July 3. The meeting was attended by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah; Sat Sharma, Nirmal Singh and Kavinde...

June 26, 2025 8:40 PM June 26, 2025 8:40 PM

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Bihar govt constitutes trust for Maa Janaki Temple in Sitamarhi

The Bihar government has issued a notification regarding the constitution of a nine-member trust for the construction of a grand temple dedicated to Maa Janaki in Sitamarhi. The temple at Punauradham in Sitamarhi will be constructed along the lines of the Ayodhya Lord Ram Janmabhoomi Mandir. The tem...