Seven Chhattisgarh urban local bodies to receive National Swachh Survekshan honours

Chhattisgarh shines in Swachh Survekshan 2024, with seven urban local bodies set to receive national awards for their exceptional cleanliness efforts. President Murmu will present the honors in New Delhi on July 17, recognizing cities like Bilaspur, Kumhari, and Raipur for their outstanding performance. Ambikapur, Patan, and Bishrampur also earned accolades in the Super Swachhata…

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Mohit Suri weighs in on Deepika Padukone’s 8-hour shift demand: ‘You can choose not to be a part of it’

Amidst discussions on fair work hours in the film industry, Mohit Suri offers a practical viewpoint on Deepika Padukone’s reported exit from ‘Spirit.’ Suri emphasizes balancing personal preferences with filmmaking’s budget-driven realities. He notes that while a happy crew is vital, financial constraints often dictate working conditions and shooting hours.

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90% body burned: Odisha student sets herself on fire after sexual harassment complaint goes unheard; accused detained

In Odisha’s Balasore, a college student self-immolated after alleging inaction on her sexual harassment complaint against a department head. Suffering 90% burns, she’s now in critical condition at AIIMS Bhubaneswar. A student who tried to help was also injured. Prior to the incident, she protested for a week, and the college principal stated an internal…

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Operation Kalanemi: 23 fake sadhus arrested in Uttarkhand; crackdown on religious fraud

Uttarakhand’s Chief Minister, Pushkar Singh Dhami, has initiated ‘Operation Kalanemi,’ a statewide crackdown on individuals falsely presenting themselves as religious figures and exploiting people’s faith. The operation led to the arrest of 23 imposters in Dehradun, with 10 originating from other states. Religious bodies support the initiative, emphasizing the need to protect Sanatan Dharma and…

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Parvati Arga Bird Sanctuary: Uttar Pradesh’s hidden Ramsar wonderland

Parvati Arga Bird Sanctuary, a hidden gem in Uttar Pradesh’s Gonda district, is a haven for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts. This Ramsar-listed site, formed by oxbow lakes, hosts over 150 bird species, including migratory visitors and endangered vultures. Beyond birds, the sanctuary supports diverse wildlife and aquatic flora, making it an ecologically significant and offbeat…

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