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Vocational teachers in Himachal Pradesh, joined by their families, are protesting against employment through private outsourcing companies and demanding direct government recruitment. Despite assurances from the government, they remain under contractual employment and face exploitation and job insecurity.

Thailand's Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra expressed gratitude for global support following the earthquake, noting the situation has largely returned to normal with ongoing search and rescue efforts. She also offered prayers and unwavering support to neighboring Myanmar, which was severely impacted by the disaster.

Andhra Pradesh's IT and HRD Minister, Nara Lokesh, announced plans to build the capital city, Amaravati, within three years and create 5 lakh jobs around Visakhapatnam in the next five years. The government also signed an MoU with Microsoft to train over 2 lakh youth in AI and advanced technology, aiming to equip them for the evolving technological landscape and create job opportunities.

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami announced the renaming of several places in the state to reflect Indian culture and heritage, honoring individuals who have significantly contributed to its preservation. The announcement also addressed a food poisoning incident in Dehradun, where over 100 people fell ill after consuming buckwheat flour, with the dealer's shop being sealed and an investigation underway.

Senior Advocate Dr. Adish C. Aggarwala has called for an external investigation into the alleged burning of currency notes at Justice Yashwant Verma's outhouse, citing limitations of the In-House Committee. Meanwhile, the Allahabad HCBA has temporarily suspended its strike against Justice Verma's transfer, pending the outcome of the inquiry.