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June 9, 2026 9:52 PM

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Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation Signs Reform-Linked MoU with Sikkim

The Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation signed a reform-linked Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Sikkim on Tuesday. Union Minister of Jal Shakti C R Patil, and Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang were present on the occasion. The Ministry of Jal Shakti said that the MoU mandates a G...

June 9, 2026 9:43 PM

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Nagaland CM Neiphiu Rio Welcomes Release of Kuki Hostages

Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio has welcomed the safe release of the Kuki hostages by the United Naga Council and Naga civil society organisations. The hostages were released today, nearly a month after they were abducted by armed groups in Manipur's Senapati district. In a social media post, Mr...

June 9, 2026 8:39 PM

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Uttar Pradesh Launches ‘Project Ganga’ to Boost Rural Digital Connectivity

Uttar Pradesh government today launched 'Project Ganga' which will ensure last-mile digital connectivity in rural areas while expanding opportunities in digital education, telemedicine, e-governance, skill development, and technology-based employment. Under Project Ganga, a comprehensive network of ...

June 9, 2026 8:32 PM

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Assam Government, EU Launch Blue Valley Cluster in Guwahati

The Government of Assam and the European Union today jointly launched the Blue Valley Cluster in Guwahati, focusing on Flavours, Fragrance and AYUSH sectors. The initiative aims to strengthen cooperation between Europe, Assam and the wider North-East region in developing sustainable value chains, in...

June 8, 2026 10:22 PM

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Andhra Pradesh CM Naidu announces ex gratia for victims of pilgrim bus accident

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has expressed deep sorrow over the road accident involving a private bus carrying pilgrims from Nellore district in Bihar and announced financial assistance for the victims and their families. The Chief Minister announced an ex gratia of five lakh r...