Ballia News Digest
Bihar's Chief Minister announced a series of measures ahead of Chhath, including a Ganga water metro service, a dearness allowance hike for state employees, and a Rs 1,205 crore social security pension transfer. Nationally, reports covered air pollution from Diwali-period crackers and a Rs 95 billion-scale pollution cost estimate from FICCI.
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Bihar Maoist arms dump busted in Lakhisarai
Security forces uncovered a cache of arms linked to Maoist groups in Lakhisarai district, Bihar. The report did not include further detail on the seizure.
Bihar Cabinet approves 31 proposals and DA hike
The Bihar Cabinet approved 31 proposals and announced a dearness allowance (DA) hike for government employees ahead of Chhath.
Chief Minister inspects Ganga ghats for Chhath
The Bihar Chief Minister inspected Ganga ghats and stated that 90 are safe for Chhath festivities.
Patna Municipal Corporation lists bonds on NSE
The Patna Municipal Corporation raised nearly Rs 200 crore through bonds and became the first urban local body to list on the National Stock Exchange (NSE).
Rs 1,205 crore in social security pensions transferred
The Bihar Chief Minister transferred Rs 1,205 crore in social security pensions to 1.09 crore beneficiaries ahead of Chhath.
Water metro service launched on Ganga
The Bihar Chief Minister launched a water metro service on the Ganga river ahead of Chhath, with a fare fixed at Rs 50.
Nitin Nabin arrives in Patna for three-day visit
Nitin Nabin arrived in Patna for a three-day visit and reviewed Chhath preparations.
Bihar CM suspends 15 officials over delays
The Bihar Chief Minister suspended 15 officials and ordered departmental action over delays in processing 'Sahyog' applications.
Newlywed couple killed in Gopalganj road accident
A newlywed couple was killed in Gopalganj, Bihar, when an unidentified vehicle struck their motorcycle.
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Sonia Gandhi memoir draws political criticism
Sonia Gandhi's memoir addresses the Babri issue, the Bofors matter and family-related matters, and the BJP has criticised the book's account, according to The Indian Express.
Man dies after assault over Rs 200 temple lights payment in UP
Police say a man died after being assaulted over a dispute about a Rs 200 payment for temple lights in Uttar Pradesh.
Crackers blamed for most of Delhi's pollution on Monday
Reports attribute 80% of Delhi's pollution on Monday to firecrackers.
Arms exports to Europe rise, says Defence Secretary
The Defence Secretary said India has emerged as the third-largest arms exporter to Europe.
FICCI warns air pollution costs $95 billion annually
FICCI, India's oldest industry body, warned that air pollution costs the country $95 billion annually.
Amit Shah outlines roadmap for drug-free India by 2029
Home Minister Amit Shah outlined a three-year roadmap to make India drug-free by 2029.
Satellite images show smog over northern India
Satellite images captured thick smog over northern India two days after Diwali.
Three workers die at Tata iPhone parts plant in Tamil Nadu
Three workers died at a Tata iPhone parts plant in Tamil Nadu, according to Al Jazeera.