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Kerala govt approves universal health coverage for wider healthcare access
The decision to launch the "Health Protection for All" project was taken following discussions and studies held at various levels over the past one year, based on the direction of Chief Minister Pinar
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Kerala govt clears amnesty on traffic fines to reduce e-challan backlog
Under the amnesty scheme, motorists will get a 50 per cent concession on fines imposed for all traffic violations committed up to December 31, 2024
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Amit Shah to launch ₹2,092 cr health projects, address BJYM meet in Assam
Shah will inaugurate the ₹675 crore Pragjyotishpur Medical College and Hospital (PMCH) here, and virtually launch cancer centres at Golaghat and Tinsukia
 "Amit Shah to launch ₹2,092 cr health projects, address BJYM meet in Assam")
Fire breaks out at Nature Bazaar in south Delhi, nearly 50 shops gutted
The fire erupted at the Nature Bazaar market located near Andheria Mor in the Lado Sarai area, where several temporary and semi-permanent shops selling handicrafts and other items are set up
 "Fire breaks out at Nature Bazaar in south Delhi, nearly 50 shops gutted")
Delhi wakes up to rain, thunderstorms, temperatures likely to drop
The weather department has forecast thunderstorms, lightning and the possibility of hailstorms in Delhi over the next two days
 "Delhi wakes up to rain, thunderstorms, temperatures likely to drop")
Haryana govt okays panels to ensure supply of commercial LPG as per need
The deputy commissioners may also, on priority, allot commercial LPG cylinders for marriage functions as per need and priority
 "Haryana govt okays panels to ensure supply of commercial LPG as per need")
India well placed to handle fuel supply risks amid West Asia crisis: Goyal
Goyal said the government plans to come up with some "concrete agenda" next week to support exporters
 "India well placed to handle fuel supply risks amid West Asia crisis: Goyal")
Traffic curbs in south Delhi on Sunday for 'Run for Good Marathon'
According to a Delhi Traffic Police advisory issued on Saturday, the event begins at 6 am on March 15
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Delhi Traffic Police conducts 5 drives to decongest roads near IGI Airport
During the five drives, 331 e-challans were issued, while 89 vehicles were prosecuted under the Vehicle of Concerned Authority (VoCA) provisions and 63 vehicles were towed away
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PNG users cannot obtain or retain LPG connections, notifies Centre
The notification also stated that consumers with a PNG connection cannot apply for a new LPG connection or obtain cylinder refills
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Nearly 100 stray dogs allegedly poisoned to death in Telangana village
An animal welfare activist, A Goutham, in a complaint to police, stated that on the intervening night of March 7-8 around 100 stray dogs were killed in Kishtapur village
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J-K Police form SIT to probe assassination attempt on Farooq Abdullah
Inspector General of Police, Bhim Sen Tuti ordered the setting up of the SIT, considering the "seriousness and sensitivity" of the case
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Kerala seeks easing of curbs on commercial LPG supply amid shortage
A list of the priority areas and institutions for this purpose will be approved by the Department of Public Distribution and forwarded to the oil companies, the statement said
 "Kerala seeks easing of curbs on commercial LPG supply amid shortage")
BJP to go solo in Punjab; Shah promises to put an end to drug menace
Shah said the Bhagwant Mann government is steeped in corruption and has become an 'ATM' for party chief Arvind Kejriwal
 "BJP to go solo in Punjab; Shah promises to put an end to drug menace")
Delhi court grants interim bail to accused in AI Summit protest case
The protesters also allegedly scuffled with security personnel and police staff deployed at the venue
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Brics divided on West Asia conflict as India works to build consensus
India is the current chair of the influential bloc, which recently expanded to include Iran, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and some other countries
 "Brics divided on West Asia conflict as India works to build consensus")
Commercial LPG sales start in 29 states, UTs; raids target black-marketing
India imports 88 per cent of its crude oil needs, 50 per cent of its natural gas requirement and 60 per cent of its LPG demand
 "Commercial LPG sales start in 29 states, UTs; raids target black-marketing")
Two Indian LPG vessels cross Strait of Hormuz safely, head to Gujarat
Indian LPG carriers Shivalik and Nanda Devi crossed the Strait of Hormuz safely and are sailing towards Mundra and Kandla ports, officials said amid tensions in the Gulf region
 "Two Indian LPG vessels cross Strait of Hormuz safely, head to Gujarat")
Oil ministry issues advisory, warns petrol pumps against selling loose fuel
The ministry warned petrol pumps against selling petrol and diesel in loose containers and urged consumers not to store fuel improperly, citing serious safety risks
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Gujarat reports more than 200K malnourished children in 20 of 34 districts
In one year, as many as 1,164 malnourished children were added in Kheda and Chhotaudepur districts
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