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Orissa HC seeks govt response on dysfunctional Lokayukta

Bhubaneswar, Sep 11 (UNI) The Orissa High Court has issued notice to the state Government seeking details of steps taken to reactivate the Lokayukta in Odisha, which has turned fully defunct after the retirement of the anti-corruption ombudsman chairperson and three members.
Acting on a writ petition, a division bench directed the Government to file an affidavit on the steps taken to appoint the Chairperson and Members of the Lokayukta within two weeks.
The Chairperson, a judicial member and two other members retired more than a year ago after completing their five-year term.
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BJP government in West Bengal to present its first budget on June 22

16 Jun 2026 | 7:51 PM

Kolkata, Jun 16 (UNI) The first full-fledged budget of the government led by Chief Minister Shuvendu Adhikari will be presented in the West Bengal Legislative Assembly on June 22.

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Odisha to hold statewide ‘Subhadra Shakti Samavesh’ to promote women’s empowerment ,livelihood awareness

16 Jun 2026 | 7:25 PM

Bhubaneswar, June 16 (UNI) The Odisha government will organise a statewide ‘Subhadra Shakti Samavesh’ programme from June 21 to 30 with the objective of creating widespread awareness on women’s empowerment and expanding livelihood opportunities across the state.

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Arunachal Pradesh bags two prestigious honours at India Today Tourism Awards

16 Jun 2026 | 7:23 PM

Itanagar, June 16 (UNI) Arunachal Pradesh has earned national recognition at the India Today Tourism Survey & Awards 2026, securing two prestigious accolades that highlight the state's growing stature in adventure tourism and community-based hospitality.

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BJP govt committed to comprehensive development of hills: Bengal CM Adhikari

16 Jun 2026 | 7:22 PM

Kurseong, June 16 (UNI) West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on Tuesday iterated his government's commitment to all-round development of the Darjeeling Hills, stating that the BJP government would continue to work for the region as the people have consistently reposed their faith in the party since 2009.

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Tripura’s traditional instrument gets GI tag

16 Jun 2026 | 7:21 PM

Agartala, June 16 (UNI) In a major milestone for Tripura’s cultural heritage, the traditional Tripura Sarinda, an indigenous stringed musical instrument with deep roots in the state’s folk traditions, has been awarded the prestigious Geographical Indication (GI) status.
The announcement was made by Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha, who described this recognition as a source of immense pride for the state.

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