NEET aspirant’s death sparks chaos in Patna as family alleges rape and murder, blocks Kargil Chowk

A NEET aspirant’s death under suspicious circumstances in Bihar’s capital Patna created widespread panic on Monday. The student, originally from Jehanabad and staying at a hostel in Patna’s Munna Chowk, was found with severe injuries on her body and head. Soon after the news surfaced, the family arrived at Kargil Chowk with the body and raised slogans against the police alleging foul play. Their protest brought traffic to a standstill well into the night, forcing the police to intervene as tensions escalated. A scuffle broke out between the crowd and the…

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Punjab govt’s ‘Easy Registration’ project makes property registration corruption-free

To address long-standing issues related to buying or selling property in the state, the Punjab government launched the ‘Easy Registration’ project. The initiative was initially launched as a pilot and later rolled out across all districts. The initiative has revolutionised the process of property registration by enhancing transparency, eliminating long queues, and curtailing the dominance of middlemen. It has several key features that empower citizens and ensure a hassle-free experience. It also marks the end of the previous system, often plagued by delays and demands for bribes.  Problems citizens faced earlier…

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PF withdrawals set to become faster with ATM and UPI Integration, here’s all you need to know

In what brings a sigh of relief for those finding it tricky to withdraw PF money when needed, the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) is slated to bring a notable change. The upcoming update, aimed at completely transforming the process of PF withdrawal, is slated to benefit millions of PF account holders. Once rolled out, the account holders will neither have to visit offices nor wait for several days to withdraw their PF money, as they will be able to withdraw PF funds directly through ATMs as well as via UPI.

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