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DMK imposes age caps, fixed tenures in sweeping organisational changes

Chennai, 22/8: Aimed at strengthening the party at the grassroots by giving ample opportunities to youngsters and new faces, the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) on Saturday (August 22) announced sweeping organisational changes, introducing fixed tenures and strict age limits for those holding posts from village to district levels.Announcing the changes following recommendations from a 38-member…

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Kangana Ranaut calls Karisma Kapoor “original fashionista,” says she “worshipped” her in ’90s

Mumbai, Aug 22: It seems like the fashion icons of the 1990s still have a special place in the hearts of those who grew up watching Bollywood.Actor-politician Kangana Ranaut recently took a trip down memory lane, revealing that Karisma Kapoor was one of her biggest style inspirations during her childhood.The ‘Queen’ actor shared a childhood…

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Odisha: Teacher aspirants launch hunger strike after talks with govt ‘fail’

Bhubaneswar: Members of the All Odisha Teachers Aspirants’ Association began a hunger strike Saturday at Bhubaneswar’s Lower PMG after talks with the government reportedly failed to resolve their demands, sources said.The teacher aspirants reportedly held discussions with the Mass Education Minister Friday to seek a resolution to their demands. However, the talks reportedly failed to…

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Bhagwant Mann’s wife accused of demanding Rs 5 cr to suppress rape case; NHRC seeks probe

New Delhi/Chandigarh, 22/8: The NHRC has issued a notice to the Punjab government and its police chief over a complaint alleging that Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann’s wife demanded Rs 5 crore to suppress a rape case, officials said on Saturday. The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) directed the authorities to inquire into the allegation and…

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Bhubaneswar Govt Driving Training School Ex‑Principal Gets 3-Yr RI in DA Case

Odisha Vigilance secured the conviction of Pravakar Behera, Former Principal of the Government Driving Training School, Bhubaneswar, in a disproportionate assets(DA) case Odisha Vigilance secured the conviction of Pravakar Behera, Former Principal of the Government Driving Training School, Bhubaneswar, in a disproportionate assets (DA) case.Behera, who retired from service, was charge‑sheeted under Section 13(2) read…

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Migrant Worker’s Body Returns to Village from Telangana: ‘Bindumina Seva Foundation’ Extends a Helping Hand

Kalahandi (Correspondent) An Odia migrant worker, who had gone to earn a livelihood, has died in a tragic accident. The 28-year-old youth lost his life in distant Telangana. However, due to the noble gesture of the ‘Bindumina Seva Foundation’, his body could reach his native land.According to the information received, Bikash Chandra Jal (28), a…

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