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Nagpur Officials Work 72 Hours Straight for Elections
Election officials in Nagpur have worked continuously for nearly 72 hours without proper sleep or rest, managing EVM distribution, polling, and counting operations in a demanding schedule.
Pune Election Officials Face 72-Hour Duty Marathon
Returning officers in Pune's municipal elections are working non-stop for 72 hours as polling and counting happen back-to-back, with many officials away from home for days.
Nagpur Teachers Clean Polling Stations for Jan 15 Elections
Teachers on election duty in Nagpur found polling centers in government schools filthy, forcing them to clean dust, waste, and foul-smelling washrooms themselves.
Nagpur Schools Light Bonfires for Election Staff in Cold
School security guards in Nagpur arrange mini bonfires to keep election duty staff warm overnight as chilly weather hits Vidarbha region during polls.
BP 208/93 with Headache? Doctor Says It's an Emergency
A blood pressure reading of 208/93 mmHg with a headache is a medical emergency, warns a cardiologist. Immediate hospital care is crucial to prevent serious complications.
Navi Mumbai FIR Against Engineer for Election Duty Absence
NMMC Commissioner Dr Kailas Shinde takes legal action against Cidco engineer Mayur Angone for continuous absence from election duty in Nerul, booking him under Representation of the People Act.
John Hopkins Defines Paediatric Hypertension in Kids
John Hopkins Medicine research explains paediatric hypertension as high blood pressure in children. Diagnosis uses age, sex, and height percentiles.
KDMC Files FIR Against 80 School Staff for Election Duty Absence
Kalyan-Dombivli Municipal Corporation registers FIR against 80 Pawar Public School employees for missing mandatory election training ahead of civic polls. Officials warn of strict legal consequences for non-compliance.
FIRs Against Schools, Staff for Skipping Election Duty
Municipal corporations in Thane region file FIRs against private schools and staff for failing to report for mandatory election duty ahead of civic polls, citing obstruction of election process.
CITI Seeks Permanent Removal of 11% Cotton Import Duty
The Confederation of Indian Textile Industry urges the government to permanently scrap the 11% cotton import duty, warning it hurts competitiveness amid supply shortages.
Thane school to face criminal case for skipping poll duty
Thane Municipal Corporation registers criminal case against a private school for refusing to deploy teachers for election duty. Officials warn of strict action for absenteeism.
BLO Suicide in West Bengal, Family Alleges Work Pressure
A Block Level Officer in West Bengal dies by suicide. Family alleges extreme work pressure from Special Intensive Revision duties. Details on the tragic incident and calls for investigation.
BLO's Death in West Bengal, Family Cites SIR Duty Pressure
A Block Level Officer (BLO) in West Bengal was found dead. His family alleges extreme work pressure from Special Intensive Revision (SIR) duties led to the tragedy. Read the full report.
UP BLO Dies by Suicide, Family Cites SIR Duty Pressure
A Booth Level Officer in Uttar Pradesh's Bijnor was found dead. His family alleges extreme work pressure from SIR duties led to the tragedy. Police investigation underway.
2,128 Thane civic staff skip poll training, face warning
Thane Municipal Corporation issues final warning to 2,128 employees who missed mandatory election training. Officials threaten criminal cases as crucial polls near. Read details.
Cardiologist: BP drugs miss root cause, lifestyle key
An American cardiologist argues blood pressure medications only lower numbers but fail to address the underlying causes like stress and inflammation. Experts explain when drugs are still necessary.
Teachers demand rest day after gruelling election duty
Maharashtra teachers and school staff deployed on election duty work 30-35 hours straight, demanding a sanctioned paid rest day. The association cites exhaustion and late-night travel as major concerns.
Nagpur cancer patient lecturer faces poll duty on chemo day
A 56-year-old Nagpur lecturer, scheduled for chemotherapy on Jan 15, is forced into election duty. Despite appeals, her name remains on the list, risking FIR and job loss. Read her ordeal.
Nagpur cancer patient lecturer assigned poll duty on chemo day
A 56-year-old Nagpur lecturer, a cancer patient, is forced into election duty on her chemotherapy date despite appeals. Over 500 officials face notices for skipping training. Read about this bureaucratic insensitivity.
Teachers on poll duty demand paid rest day in Mumbai
Mumbai school staff on election duty urge Maharashtra govt for a paid rest day, citing 30+ hour shifts and immediate return to school. Read their plea.
Customs Duty Amnesty Scheme Eyed for 2026-27 Budget
The government may introduce a customs duty amnesty scheme in Budget 2026-27 to resolve Rs 1.52 lakh crore in litigation. Read about the plan to slash duty slabs and fix FTA-related inverted duty structures.
ASI Dies of Heart Attack on Duty in West Champaran
Assistant Sub-Inspector Ajay Kumar Pandey, 55, suffered a fatal heart attack while on Dial 112 duty in Bettiah. The dedicated officer was pronounced dead upon arrival at the hospital, sending shockwaves through the police force. Read the full story.
Why Your Blood Pressure is High at Clinic But Normal at Home
Experts explain 'White Coat Hypertension' - why BP readings spike at the doctor's clinic due to anxiety. Learn how to monitor correctly and avoid unnecessary medication.
UP Cuts Stamp Duty on Family Property Gifts
Uttar Pradesh Cabinet expands stamp duty concessions. Now, gifting commercial & industrial properties within family costs just Rs 5,000 stamp duty. Move aims to simplify & reduce cost of intra-family asset transfers.
Karnataka Expands Stamp Duty Relief on Gift Deeds
Karnataka government expands stamp duty exemption on gift deeds among family members to include commercial and industrial properties, boosting real estate transactions. Learn the new rules and benefits.
Steel Prices Jump After New Import Duty, Construction Hit
India's new safeguard duty on select steel imports has led to a sharp price rise of up to Rs 8,000 per tonne. Industry warns of a 2% increase in construction costs, impacting real estate and auto sectors. Read more.
Nagpur Women Balance Sankranti Festivities with Poll Duty
Women government employees in Nagpur face a clash as EVM distribution on Makar Sankranti, Jan 14, coincides with key festival rituals. Read how they are managing their dual responsibilities.
BMC Chief's 'Inadvertent Misreading' of SEC Order in HC
BMC Commissioner Bhushan Gagrani told Bombay HC that summoning court staff for poll duty was an 'inadvertent misreading' of SEC order. The court stayed the order and will clarify the law.
Bombay HC Pulls Up BMC Chief Over Election Duty Row
Bombay High Court reprimands BMC Commissioner for requisitioning court staff for election work. Bench orders civic chief to 'save' himself and find alternatives. Read the full story.
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