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SDM suspended in Chhattisgarh compensation scam

Raigarh, June 17 (UNI) The Chhattisgarh government suspended Ashok Kumar Marbal, the then Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) of Tamnar block in Raigarh district, in connection with the Bajarmunda compensation scam on Tuesday.
The scam allegedly involved the distribution of Rs 415 crore instead of Rs 100 crore as compensation.
The state government ordered an investigation into the scam and handed over the case to the Economic Offences Wing (EOW).
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Srinagar, July 18 (UNI) Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG), South Kashmir Range, Javid Iqbal Mattoo today directed officers of different security agencies to maintain a high state of alertness, conduct proactive threat assessments and ensure 24x7 surveillance along the Amarnath Yatra route to prevent any untoward incident.

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Srinagar, July 18 (UNI) On the 26th anniversary of Kargil Vijay Diwas, the Indian Army today paid tribute to Lance Naik Ghulam Mohammad Khan, Vir Chakra (Posthumous), a brave soldier from Baramulla district who laid down his life in the service of the nation.

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Agricultural universities play crucial role in farmers' prosperity: Kewal Singh Pathania

18 Jul 2025 | 11:38 PM

Palampur, July 18 (UNI) Congress Assembly Deputy Chief Whip Kewal Singh Pathania today emphasised the vital role of agricultural universities in empowering farmers and strengthening the country’s economy.

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