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Three killed, seven hurt as APSRTC bus hits stationary lorry at Gajuwaka in Visakhapatnam
A super-luxury bus from Rajahmundry to Parvathipuram, carrying about 35 passengers, hit a coal-laden lorry parked on the roadside at Sri Nagar Junction in the early hours of Sunday
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Uproar in U.P. over 10% fuel surcharge on electricity bills
The “fuel and power purchase adjustment surcharge”, to be calculated effective from March, will be charged in June. The Congress and the SP dub the decision as the failure of the BJP government in the State and flag issues such as frequent power cuts
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Pre-monsoon showers drench Mumbai, waterlogging slows traffic in some areas
Several parts of Mumbai, including the island city, western suburbs and eastern suburbs, received moderate to heavy rainfall, with waterlogging reported in some areas
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Second-life surgery | Surrendered Maoists in Maharashtra reverse vasectomies for family life
As men in Maharashtra’s Maoist-affected Gadchiroli district give up arms, their outlook on life has changed. This report discusses how they are reversing the vasectomies that a life of resistance in the forest had forced them into
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News in Frames | Bringing water to a scorching desert
The Indira Gandhi Canal serves as a critical water supply resource for Jaisalmer and thousands of remote desert villages; yet scarcity persists, with many still relying on ancestral wells as concerns over groundwater depletion and canal maintenance remain
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Kochi sailor who endured Equatorial Guinea’s detention feels relieved with international tribunal’s verdict
Kochi-based sailor Sanu Jose was the chief officer of Heroic Idun when the vessel was detained by Equatorial Guinea on charge of violating their territorial waters and attempt to steal crude oil
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Oppn. accuses Kochi Mayor of ‘abuse of power’ over extension of biomining agreement
LDF alleges that the contract with the company engaged in biomining legacy waste was renewed after its expiry without the council’s approval
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Audit of fundamental rights’ effectiveness could yield ‘uncomfortable’ findings: J. Chelameswar
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Kochi metro worksite accident: SHRC registers suo motu case
A woman was injured after an iron piece fell on her car at the worksite near Padivattom
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MLA demands immediate launch of phase II seawall construction in Chellanam
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Kochi Corpn. to seek explanation from LED streetlight contractor
The Mayor announces the decision at the council meeting after councillors level severe criticism against the contractor and accuse him of indifference that exposes them to public ire
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Malls, e-commerce hit school accessories market hard
Retailers say prices have risen only marginally this year, blaming weak sales on cautious consumer spending and a shift towards e-commerce
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Bihar government suspends two IAS officers over corruption charges
According to Special Vigilance Unit (SVU) sources, a contractor named Rishu Shree sponsored foreign trips and bore the expenses of air travel for the IAS officers in exchange for securing contracts.
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Building collapses near Saket metro station; 8 persons rescued, several feared trapped
The building fell on an adjacent tin-shed canteen where a few children were having dinner. They are also feared to be trapped under the debris
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DMK holds meeting to mobilise ‘Gen Z’
Referring to discussions on the local body elections due in the State, N.R. Elango said Tamil Nadu could even witness another Assembly election.
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Uttar Pradesh police warn of growing hybrid cybercrime threat, stress public awareness
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From collapse to comeback: Tungabhadra dam in Karnataka gets new lease of life
Nearly two years after Gate No. 19 was washed away, the historic reservoir stands renewed with all 33 crest gates replaced; it is set to be inaugurated by month-end
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Karnataka: Foundation stone-laying for KPS, mega PTM on school opening day cancelled owing to political climate
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Karnataka: Amid hectic discussions, curiosity grows over new Cabinet formation
CM-designate D.K. Shivakumar is expected to visit New Delhi shortly for consultations with the high command on Cabinet formation, appointment of Deputy Chief Ministers, and selection of the Assembly speaker
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Mettur dam may not be opened for irrigation on June 12
Giving an account of the situation on the water front, a senior government official says the storage of the dam is “not even 50%”
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