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Odisha to induct women drivers in its flagship Ama Bus transport system

21 Jan 2026 | 11:59 AM

Bhubaneswar, Jan 21 (UNI) In an attempt to ensure women’s safety and inclusive employment, the Odisha Government has decided to induct women drivers in the government’s flagship AMA Bus Service.

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Jharkhand explores global collaboration for Megalithic Heritage Conservation

21 Jan 2026 | 11:52 AM

Ranchi, Jan 21 (UNI) A delegation of the Government of Jharkhand, led by Sudivya Kumar, held a series of high-level meetings in the United Kingdom during an official visit, focusing on the conservation, restoration, scientific management and global recognition of Jharkhand’s ancient megalithic and monolithic heritage.

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PM reiterates commitment of his govt to Northeast on Tripura’s statehood Day

21 Jan 2026 | 11:26 AM

Agartala, Jan 21 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended warm greetings to the people of Tripura on the occasion of 54th Statehood Day, reiterating the Central Government’s unwavering commitment to inclusive development, enhanced connectivity, lasting peace, and prosperity in Tripura.

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Hearing deadline may be extended after SC order, final voter list release could be deferred

21 Jan 2026 | 10:31 AM

Kolkata, Jan 21 (UNI) In an obvious development, the Election Commission of India has indicated that the deadline for hearings and the publication of the final list may be extended, even though no final decision has been taken yet.

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Meghalaya government committed to inclusive development

21 Jan 2026 | 10:10 AM

Baghmara, Jan 21 (UNI) Chief Minister, Conrad K. Sangma, reaffirmed the Government’s strong commitment to inclusive and balanced development across all regions of Meghalaya, stating that South Garo Hills district has received sustained attention and focused intervention over the last seven years.

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Rohini decries injustice to NEET rape-murder victim, questions safety of girls in Bihar

21 Jan 2026 | 12:40 AM

Patna, Jan 20 (UNI) Rohini Acharya, daughter of RJD supremo Lalu Prasad, today raised the question of safety of girls in Bihar, saying a NEET student who was raped and murdered in a Patna-based hostel a few days back had slim chance of getting justice due to the "indifferent attitude" of the Nitish Kumar government and the "suppressive nature of investigation" of the case by police.

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Bengal: EC likely to publish 'no-mapping' voters list alongside 'logical discrepancies'

21 Jan 2026 | 12:06 AM

Kolkata, Jan 20 (UNI) A day after the Supreme Court directed the Election Commission to publish the list of voters in West Bengal with logical discrepancies, there are strong indications that the poll body is likely to make public the list of "no-mapping" or unmapped voters.

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JEEVIKA helping rural women in becoming economically self reliant: Shrawan

20 Jan 2026 | 11:08 PM

Patna, Jan 20 (UNI) Bihar Rural Development Minister Shrawan Kumar onday said that women in rural areas are becoming economically self reliant after associating with the JEEVIKA programme.

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Bitter foes Russia and Ukraine to co-exist at Kolkata book fair

20 Jan 2026 | 10:39 PM

Kolkata, Jan 20 (UNI) Russia and Ukraine may be at war for four years, but they are set to co-exist peacefully for close to a fortnight in this metropolis for a literary cause.

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AICC observer slams As am CM

20 Jan 2026 | 10:21 PM

Guwahati, Jan 20 (UNI) AICC observer for Assam, Bhupesh Baghel, on Monday launched a scathing attack on Assam Chief Minister saying that the state which used to be known for its tea, rhinos, Bihu dance and diverse cultures is now being known for deceitful, disrespectful and corrupt chief ministers.

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Khandu congratulates Nitin Nabin on election as BJP National President

20 Jan 2026 | 10:16 PM

Itanagar, Jan 20 (UNI) Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Tuesday extended his hearty congratulations to Nitin Nabin on his election as the National President of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).

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Adopt citizen-centric approach rooted in spirit of service: Arunachal Guv to APCS probationers

20 Jan 2026 | 10:14 PM

Itanagar, Jan 20 (UNI) Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt General (Retd) KT Parnaik on Tuesday advised the Arunachal Pradesh Civil Service (APCS) probationers to adopt a citizen-centric approach rooted in the spirit of service, placing compassion, dignity and the needs of the common people at the heart of governance.

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East Coast Railway to build 96 new over bridges in Odisha at own cost

20 Jan 2026 | 10:10 PM

Bhubaneswar, Jan 20 (UNI) East Coast Railway (ECoR) has announced plans to construct 96 Railway Over Bridges (ROBs) across Odisha entirely at its own expense, under the new Railway Policy, official sources said on Tuesday.

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Assam Rifles facilitates surrender of NSCN-KYA insurgent in Arunachal

20 Jan 2026 | 9:56 PM

Itanagar, Jan 20 (UNI) The Khonsa Battalion of Assam Rifles, under the aegis of the Inspector General Assam Rifles (North), successfully facilitated the surrender of a hardcore insurgent belonging to the NSCN-KYA group during a joint operation conducted in Longding district of Arunachal Pradesh on Monday, official sources said on Tuesday.

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Youth service & compassion are key to nation-building: Odisha Governor

20 Jan 2026 | 9:53 PM

Bhubaneswar, Jan 20 (UNI) Odisha Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati on Tuesday said the future of the nation depends on how effectively young people channel their energy toward service, compassion and social responsibility.

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