Friday, April 4, 2025

2nd phase of Vibrant Villages scheme with outlay of Rs 7,000 crore gets govt’s nod

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ImageThe Cabinet has approved the second phase of the Vibrant Villages Programme (VVP) with an outlay of Rs 7,000 crore for the next five years. This phase will cover 1,954 villages near borders with Bangladesh, Myanmar, Pakistan, Nepal, and Bhutan, focusing on infrastructure and livelihood opportunities to ensure prosperous and secure borders.

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Wednesday, April 2, 2025

Govt destroys 20.8 lakh Kg of narcotics from 2022 to 2024, Home Ministry tells Rajya Sabha

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ImageBetween 2022 and 2024, 20.8 lakh kg of narcotic drugs were destroyed in India, with annual figures showing a decline. The Narcotics Control Bureau intercepted 96 Darknet trafficking cases between 2020 and 2024. There were also increases in seizures of opium and cannabis-based drugs, while seizures of psychotropic substances and cocaine witnessed a decline.

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Starting this summer, five more Vistadome toy trains to run on Kalka-Shimla route

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ImageStarting this summer, five new toy trains with Vistadome coaches will operate from Kalka to Shimla, enhancing the travel experience with large glass windows and roofs. The plan aims to meet the growing demand, offering picturesque views of Himachal Pradesh's hills and forests.

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Tuesday, April 1, 2025

Man kills friend's 7-year-old daughter in fit of rage over TV remote

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ImageA seven-year-old girl was killed by her father's friend in Swaroop Nagar, Delhi, over a dispute involving a TV remote. The accused, Ranjeet Singh, allegedly struck the child multiple times, causing fatal injuries. He was arrested after police tracked his location to Narela. The girl's body was sent for a post-mortem examination.

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