Sunday, October 19, 2025

Government to consider providing highway builders with additional funds for BOT projects

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The government plans to boost highway project viability by increasing Viability Gap Funding beyond the current 40% cap, paid through annuity. This move aims to attract more private investment in infrastructure. Significant contract changes are also underway for Build Operate and Transfer projects, including ensuring 95% land availability before construction and compensating for revenue shortfalls.

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Wednesday, October 15, 2025

India offers Akash air defence system to Brazil

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India has proposed its indigenous Akash air defence missile system to Brazil, signaling a significant boost in defence ties. Both nations are keen to enhance cooperation, including joint exercises and exploring co-development of weapon systems. This move aligns with India's broader strategy to export defence equipment to friendly nations.

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Tuesday, October 14, 2025

Top Maoist Mallojula Venugopal alias Sonu’s surrender hints at a split in outfit: Sources

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A vertical split is evident in the CPI(Maoist) outfit following the surrender of politburo member Mallojula Venugopal alias Sonu. This division, fueled by a succession tussle and differing views on peace talks, weakens the Naxal group as anti-Naxal forces aim to eliminate armed Left-wing extremism by March 2026.

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Monday, October 13, 2025

Total acreage of Kharif crops crosses normal sown area of the season; decline seen for oilseeds

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Kharif crop acreage surged this year, exceeding both last year's and the five-year average. While major crops like paddy and sugarcane saw gains, oilseeds experienced a significant decline. Reservoir water levels are robust, offering a positive outlook for the upcoming Rabi season. The minister emphasized ensuring timely fertilizer supply.

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Saturday, October 11, 2025

Ministries asked to run campaign to instil sense of ownership over public assets, improve civic sense

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Inspired by the Swachh Bharat Mission's success, ministries are urged to launch campaigns promoting civic sense and public behavior. The aim is to foster a sense of ownership for public assets and infrastructure. This initiative, discussed with PM Modi, seeks to create a people's movement for better urban management and public welfare.

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Thursday, October 9, 2025

Amit Shah reviews law and order in J&K; directs 100% vigil against possible snow-time infiltration attempts

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Home Minister Amit Shah reviewed Jammu and Kashmir's law and order, urging forces to maintain 100% alert against Pakistan-backed terrorists exploiting winter snowfall for infiltration. He praised security agencies' efforts in crippling the terror network and assured continued support to achieve a terrorism-free region, emphasizing coordinated action against foreign terrorists.

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Wednesday, October 8, 2025

Bihar elections: Congress reignites 'vote chori' claims, questions ECI over deleted names

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Congress has raised concerns with the Election Commission of India regarding Bihar's voter list after the Special Intensive Revision. The party highlighted a significant decrease in registered voters and questioned the lack of a machine-readable list, making analysis difficult. They also pointed to unaccounted additions and deletions, as well as duplicate entries, urging for a frozen electoral roll.

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Monday, October 6, 2025

Jammu and Kashmir: Omar government removes officer for warning teachers against flouting PDP-BJP era social media rules

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Jammu & Kashmir's National Conference government removed a chief education officer for warning teachers against social media policy discussions. The officer's circular cited 2017 guidelines from the previous PDP-BJP government, which bar employees from criticizing policies. Despite the NC's defense, the officer was attached pending inquiry.

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Thursday, October 2, 2025

'Just like Laxman did in case of Ram': Tej Pratap says Tejashwi should be respectful towards him

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Expelled RJD leader Tej Pratap Yadav urged younger brother Tejashwi to show him Laxman-like respect, blaming "Jaichand-like" aides for misleading him. Forming Jan Shakti Janata Dal, Tej Pratap confirmed he will contest from Mahua, adjacent to Tejashwi's seat. He also criticized RSS's independence role and condemned the "I love Muhammad" controversy.

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Wednesday, October 1, 2025

Kakinada horror: Youth kills minor girlfriend by slitting her throat; later commits suicide

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In Kakinada, a youth named Kommuru Ashok murdered his 17-year-old girlfriend by slitting her throat at a temple on Tuesday midnight, then committed suicide on railway tracks. Police suspect he acted due to fidelity issues and her unresponsiveness, as her parents disapproved of their relationship.

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