Punjab government releases Rs 209 crore flood relief; Harpal Singh Cheema urges Centre to clear pending Rs 1,600 crore aid

Punjab’s government has initiated compensation for flood victims, releasing Rs 209 crore in the first installment. Farmers will get Rs 20,000 per acre for crop loss, and house damage compensation has surged to Rs 40,000. This relief aims to address extensive damage caused by recent heavy rains and flooding across the state.

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CBFC suggests 23 cuts in ‘Baaghi 4’ despite ‘A’ rating

Tiger Shroff’s Baaghi 4, intended for mature audiences, faced significant censorship hurdles. The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) initially demanded 23 cuts, addressing excessive violence, objectionable scenes, and offensive language. Following these modifications and further voluntary trims by the filmmakers, the film received an ‘A’ certificate, with the final runtime reduced to 157.05 minutes…

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Telangana’s Amarabad sees more Tigers, yet faces grazing, encroachment, and staff shortage

Amarabad Tiger Reserve in Telangana faces escalating threats from illegal cattle grazing, disrupting prey availability for tigers. Fishing nets in the Krishna River impede tiger movement, while significant staff vacancies and encroachment further strain conservation efforts. Promoting local Chenchu community members to fill frontline roles and addressing uneven prey density are crucial for the reserve’s…

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