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New bridge across Avalurpet railway gate in Tiruvannamalai to end motorists ordeal
The new bridge was a long-standing demand of residents, and it will be a great relief for the public as it will ease traffic in the town, says a motorist
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Govt. waives off fee for annual II PUC exam 2 and 3
II PUC annual exam 2 to be held from April 24 to May 8
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BBMP notifies SWM user fee a week after it comes into force
SWM user fee for residential properties range between ₹10 and ₹400 per month
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A blend of rail and sea travel that left a lasting legacy in the history of South Asian transport
The Boat Mail Express linked India and Ceylon for more than half-a-century. After the Pamban Bridge was opened in February 1914, the train started running between Madras and Dhanushkodi. Ferries were operated from Dhanushkodi to Talaimannar in Ceylon, a distance of 22 miles. From Talaimannar, another train took passengers to Colombo
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Known for their high pungency and flavour, Chettikulam small onions reach a milestone
Favourable soil and climatic conditions, distinct drying process, and traditional storage methods contribute to the uniqueness of the Chettikulam small onions, which recently got their unique identity recognised with the grant of the Geographical Indication tag. However, those who grow this onion variety are hobbled by price fluctuations
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Flight cancellation: Consumer panel asks airline to pay compensation to passenger
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HUL and NSRCEL-IIM-B launch ‘Climate Incubation Hub’ to accelerate climate-positive innovations
The Climate Incubation Hub will primarily focus on start-ups working in key environmental areas such as climate, nature and plastics circularity
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Watch: Nagpur riot and controversy around Aurangzeb’s tomb
The day after the riots, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavi held the Hindi film, Chhaava, depicting the life of Sambhaji Maharaj, responsible for the violence
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Ex-convict arrested for burglary
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With global uncertainties multiplying, countries choosing bilateral arrangements over multilateralism: Nirmala Sitharaman
Finance Minister denies that India-U.K. trade talks will be accelerated because of U.S. tariffs
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Provident Fund UANs can now be activated using Aadhaar biometrics
These enhanced digital features will make way for secure, contactless service delivery, says Minister Mandaviya
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Skymet forecasts ‘normal’ monsoon for 2025
La Nina is weak and brief, and El Nino, which normally corrupts the monsoon, is ruled out; the second half of the season is expected to be better than the first half
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