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Cabinet clears Rs 1,264-crore Ballari-Guntakal Rail Project, due by 2029

The Union Cabinet has approved a Rs 1,264-crore railway project to develop new rail lines between Ballari and Guntakal. The initiative is designed to strengthen freight movement and passenger connectivity across key states in the region. A primary goal of the project is to reduce rail congestion and improve overall logistics efficiency. The additional rail capacity is expected to enable smoother transportation of both passengers and goods. The project is targeted for completion by the financial year 2028-29.

Centre Plans Major Overhaul of NTA to Prevent Future Paper Leaks

The Indian government is planning a significant restructuring of the National Testing Agency (NTA) in response to concerns over examination paper leaks. Among the key proposed changes is a revision of the agency's outsourcing practices, aimed at building a more secure and leak-proof testing system. The overhaul is being driven by the need to restore public trust in high-stakes national examinations conducted by the NTA. Officials familiar with the matter indicated that these reforms are intended to address systemic vulnerabilities within the testing body's current operations.

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