The Odisha government has invoked the Odisha Essential Services (Maintenance) Act (ESMA) to prohibit strikes in the healthcare sector for a period of 6 months. Read more about the government's decision.
In a ceremony attended by bigwigs from the Congress party - including Sonia Gandhi and party president Mallikarjun Kharge - the man who led the national party to victory in India s youngest state was sworn in as its second-ever Chief Minister.
Telangana PCC President A Revanth Reddy faces the challenge of fulfilling the "six guarantees" given by the Congress party during the assembly polls. The Congress party s campaign highlighting these guarantees was a reason for its victory in the state. However, finding the funds to fulfill them will be a herculean task.
Chennai and nearby Chengalpet, Kancheepuram and Tiruvallur districts among others, have received widespread rains since late Sunday under the impact of cyclonic storm Michaung. Authorities have urged commuters to stay updated with the latest information regarding transportation services and flight operations.
The government has also requested the private companies to provide a work from home option to the employees, except for those who are absolutely necessary to arrive for work.