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Usha Padhee appoints Odisha govt's first woman chauffeur

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July 13, 2025

In a groundbreaking move for gender inclusion in governance, senior IAS officer Usha Padhee has appointed Sandhya Rani Majhi from Mayurbhanj as one of her official drivers — making her the first woman to serve as a government chauffeur in Odisha.

- STATESMAN NEWS SERVICE

Principal secretary Padhee, known for her trailblazing career as the first woman CMD of Pawan Hans Ltd and the first woman Director General of the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security, has once again led by example — this time in promoting dignity of labour and challenging entrenched gender norms.

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Oppn terms Tewary Commission report as ‘politically motivated’

A day after the Assam cabinet approved tabling of the Tewary Commission's report, in the upcoming November session of the Assam Legislative Assembly, Leader of the Opposition Debabrata Saikia (photo) termed the move as “politically motivated”.

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2 mins

October 25, 2025

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UP and Japan explore deeper collaboration in pharmaceutical manufacturing

An online meeting was held at the Invest UP office on Friday with the Kansai Pharmaceutical Industries Association, Japan, to promote collaboration in pharmaceutical manufacturing and research in Uttar Pradesh.

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1 min

October 25, 2025

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'BJP is destabilising democracy'

Syed Naseer Hussain, a two-term Rajya Sabha member and prominent Congress leader from Karnataka, has been a vocal advocate for public issues and minority welfare. With a strong academic background and experience in student politics, Hussain has risen through the ranks of the Indian National Congress, showcasing his leadership skills and passion for politics.

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5 mins

October 25, 2025

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It sucks, but I’m proud: Sophie Devine prepares for ODI swansong after WC heartbreak

New Zealand's loss to India on Thursday not only ended their campaign at the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup but also confirmed that Sunday’s final league stage game against already-qualified England would be legendary skipper Sophie Devine’s final appearance in ODI cricket.

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4 mins

October 25, 2025

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We are very relieved: Smriti Mandhana after India sealed CWC semis berth

There was a clear sense of relief among India’ star players after their crucial victory over New Zealand at the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup, which confirmed their berth in the knockout stages of the tournament.

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2 mins

October 25, 2025

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ED files 4th chargesheet in Jharkhand RWD case

The Enforcement Directorate (ED), Ranchi Zonal Office, announced on Friday that it has filed a fourth supplementary chargesheet before the Special PMLA Court.

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1 min

October 25, 2025

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Sambhaltoemergeas Uttar Pradesh’s new hubof religious tourismwith ancient sites getting makeover

The Uttar Pradesh Tourism Department is set to bring the historic city of Sambhal into spotlight by making it a hub for religious and heritage tourism.

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1 mins

October 25, 2025

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PM-SHRI enrolment creates rift within ruling LDF in Kerala

A severe rift has emerged within Kerala's ruling CPM-led Left Democratic Front (LDF) after

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1 min

October 25, 2025

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Wangchuk case: Board meets in Jodhpur jail

The members of the Advisory Board on Friday held a three-hour hearing at Jodhpur Central Jail in Rajasthan to review the detention of environmental activist Sonam Wangchuk under the National Security Act (NSA).

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1 min

October 25, 2025

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Revision of electoral rolls in Tamil Nadu to commence in a week: EC to Madras HC

Even as the DMK government has opposed the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in Tamil Nadu, the Election Commission on Friday told the Madras High Court that the exercise would commence in the state in a week.

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1 min

October 25, 2025

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