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Extra security withdrawn, Z+ cover intact: WB DGP on Mamata, Abhishek's security
After security deployment outside the residences and offices of TMC leaders Mamata Banerjee and Abhishek Banerjee was reduced, DGP Siddh Nath Gupta clarified that their protection remains as per Z+ category protocol. He added that only additional security, earlier deployed for maintaining law and order, has been withdrawn. This comes after TMC secured 80 seats and lost the Assembly polls.
Swasth Bharat Portal to unify India’s digital health systems
In a major step towards strengthening digital healthcare infrastructure, the government has launched theSwasth Bharat Portal, a unified system designed to integrate multiple national health programme databases and improve efficiency in service delivery.The platform aligns with the broader vision of the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM), which aims to build a secure, interoperable.
Fan tattoos Vijay's face on his chest after TVK's win in TN polls
After TVK's landslide win in the Tamil Nadu assembly elections, a man named Vishwa Vijay decided to get actor-politician Vijay's face tattooed on his chest. In a viral video, Vishwa was asked whether his tattoo was real; he confirmed that it was permanent. "I'm not just his fan. He's my brother, my emotion - he's everything to me," he said.
Woman IPS officer goes undercover past midnight in Hyd, 40 men approach her in 3 hrs
A senior woman IPS officer and a Police Commissioner in Hyderabad's Malkajgiri, Sumathi, went undercover at a bus stand between 12:30 AM and 3:30 AM without police presence. In three hours, she was approached by nearly 40 men, most of whom appeared drunk. Police called them for counselling sessions and warned them about their behaviour towards women in public places.
Ban on bilateral sports with Pakistan to continue, multi-national events exempted: Govt
The Sports Ministry on Wednesday said the blanket ban on bilateral sporting ties with Pakistan that was imposed last year will remain in force. The government, however, added that athletes from across the border will not be stopped from coming here for multi-lateral events. The policy was first announced last year in August.
2 killed, 200 FIRs filed & 433 people held in post-poll violence in WB
West Bengal Director General of Police (DGP) Siddh Nath Gupta, while speaking about post-poll violence in the state, said, "More than 200 FIRs have been registered so far, with 433 people arrested in specific cases." Stating that two deaths were reported from Nanoor and New Town, he added that over 1,100 individuals have been detained under preventive provisions.
Vijay asked to show support of 118 MLAs and not 112 by Tamil Nadu Governor: Reports
TVK leader Vijay, who met Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Arlekar to stake a claim to form a government, was asked to show support of 118 MLAs. TVK has the support of 112 MLAs after Congress joined hands with it. Arlekar is reportedly "not convinced" that Vijay has the required numbers. He was asked to show majority by tonight.
Belagavi Karnataka authorities install shade tents for heat relief
Belagavi authorities have installed shade tents at a busy traffic signal to provide relief from rising temperatures. The initiative aims to protect commuters, especially two-wheeler riders, from the harsh sun during peak hours. Introduced as part of a heatwave response, the move has been widely appreciated and may be expanded to other major traffic junctions across the city.
Allies have right to decide: Kanimozhi after Congress ends alliance with DMK
After Congress ended its 55-year-old alliance with DMK and extended support to TVK’s Vijay to form a new Tamil Nadu government, DMK leader Kanimozhi said allies have the right to decide what they think is right. "We've won many elections together…I don't have anything to say about others, but of course we will continue our fight," she said.
Stray dog attacks 3-year-old boy in Karnataka’s Vijayapura
A three-year-old boy was attacked and dragged nearly 100 feet by a stray dog in Vijayapura, Karnataka. The incident, captured on CCTV, left the child seriously injured. Locals rushed to rescue him and took him to a hospital. The attack has sparked outrage, with residents demanding urgent action to control the growing stray dog menace.