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Cabinet Approves Tato-I Hydro Electric Project

December 2, 2024

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, under Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has sanctioned Rs 1,750 crore for the Tato-I Hydro Electric Project in Arunachal Pradesh, which aims to enhance power supply in the region. Project Overview The Tato-I Hydro Electric ..

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Hemant Soren to be Sworn in as Chief Minister

November 25, 2024

Hemant Soren, leader of the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM), will be sworn in as Chief Minister on November 28. His party achieved victory in the recent state elections. Soren announced the oath-taking ceremony date during a media interaction. Election Results ..

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Andhra Pradesh Government Abolishes Garbage Tax

November 23, 2024

The Andhra Pradesh government has recently ceased the collection of garbage tax. This decision follows the introduction of a bill by Municipal Administration Minister P. Narayana. The State Legislative Assembly approved the bill on November 21, 2024, which aims to ..

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Shigeru Ishiba Re-elected as Prime Minister of Japan

November 13, 2024

Japan’s political landscape has recently shifted. The Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) faced important challenges in the last general election. However, Shigeru Ishiba has been re-elected as Prime Minister. He secured the most votes in both houses of the Japanese Diet. ..

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What is Kayakalp Scheme?

November 12, 2024

The Rajasthan College Education Commission has mandated a new initiative. Twenty government colleges will paint their front facades and entry halls orange. This directive aligns with the Kayakalp Scheme. The scheme aims to encourage a positive environment in educational institutions. ..

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Karnataka’s Energy Demand Projections for 2034-35

November 11, 2024

Karnataka’s energy landscape is evolving rapidly. Recent data shows a remarkable 22.7% increase in energy sales during FY 2022-23. This growth is the highest recorded in over a decade. The state’s peak demand is projected to exceed 33,000 Megawatts (MW) ..

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Indian Roads Congress 2024

November 11, 2024

The 83rd annual session of the Indian Roads Congress (IRC) is currently taking place in Raipur, Chhattisgarh. This important event commenced with the inauguration by Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari. The convention spans four days, concluding ..

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Himachal Pradesh’s Claim on Shanan Hydropower Project

November 9, 2024

The Himachal Pradesh government has reaffirmed its claim over the Shanan Hydropower Project. This project has a 99-year lease dating back to the British era. Currently, it is under the control of the Punjab government. Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu ..

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Madhya Pradesh Increases Women’s Reservation to 35%

November 8, 2024

The Madhya Pradesh cabinet, led by Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, approved an important increase in women’s reservation in state government services. The proposal raises the reservation from 33% to 35%. This decision aims to bolster women’s empowerment in the state. ..

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Karnataka Waqf Board Claims 17 Monuments in Bidar Fort

November 8, 2024

The Karnataka Board of Waqfs declared 17 monuments within the historic Bidar Fort as its property. This announcement has raised concerns and confusion among local authorities and the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), which manages the fort. Background on Bidar ..

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