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NITI Aayog recognises WB strong performance across key socio-economic indicators: Mamata

Kolkata, July 14 (UNI) Chief minister Mamata Banerjee today said that the Niti Aayog has recognised
West Bengal's strong performance across key socio-economic indicators—most notably in employment.
Banerjee announcing this said the state’s annual unemployment rate for 2022–23 stood at 2.2 percent which is 30 pc lower than the national average of 3.2 pc.
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Jharkhand man held for allegedly killing wife with grinder machine

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Giridih, June 14 (UNI) A man was arrested for allegedly killing his wife with a tile-cutting grinder machine in Jharkhand's Giridih district, police said on Sunday.

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Meghalaya: Elephant razes kitchen in Joyfur village, none hurt

14 Jun 2026 | 5:32 PM

Ampati, Jun 14 (UNI) Panic gripped Joyfur village in Meghalaya’s South West Garo Hills district when a wild elephant went on a rampage.

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Jharkhand Opposition leader blames govt for Ramgarh mine tragedy

14 Jun 2026 | 5:13 PM

Ramgarh, Jun 14 (UNI) Leader of Opposition in the State, Babulal Marandi on Sunday demanded a high-level judicial probe into the Ramgarh mine tragedy that claimed four lives and alleged that illegal mining activities in Jharkhand were flourishing under official patronage.

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Manipur CM highlights NDA govt’s development achievements under PM Modi

14 Jun 2026 | 4:58 PM

Imphal, June 14 (UNI) Manipur Chief Minister Y. Khemchand on Sunday highlighted the achievements of the NDA government under Prime Minister Narendra Modi, stating that India has witnessed significant progress across sectors including poverty reduction, infrastructure, health, women’s welfare and the economy.

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15 35 kg opium seized from fake army vehicle in Manipur

14 Jun 2026 | 4:56 PM

Imphal, June 14 (UNI) Security forces seized 15.350 kg of suspected opium concealed in a vehicle bearing an insignia of an Army official during a frisking and checking operation at T. Khullen check post in Senapati district on Sunday.

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