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An under-construction bullet train bridge collapsed in Gujarat’s Anand district, trapping workers under the debris. Rescue teams are working to save those trapped, with two workers already rescued. The bridge is part of the Mumbai-Ahmedabad high-speed rail corridor. An investigation is underway to determine the cause of the collapse.

Donald Trump’s plans to overhaul the federal government by eliminating the Department of Education and reforming key agencies could risk 2.3 million federal jobs. The new Department of Government Efficiency, led by Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, aims to streamline operations, causing uncertainty among federal workers. Specialized high-paying roles are particularly targeted for downsizing.

The SBI Foundation has expanded the eligibility for its Youth for India Fellowship program to include Overseas Citizens of India (OCIs), Citizens of Nepal & Bhutan, and SBI employees. The 13-month program provides a unique opportunity for young professionals to contribute to rural development in India. Applications are now open until September 17th, 2024.

The Supreme Court is set to resolve a conflict between Punjab and the Centre regarding increased fees for foodgrain procurement under central PDS schemes. Punjab seeks a 6% levy reimbursement, while the Centre maintains a uniform 2% rate for all states. This case underscores the tension between state and central authority.

The Medical Counselling Committee has lowered the NEET-PG 2024 eligibility score to 15 percentile for general and EWS categories, and 10 percentile for SC, ST, OBC, and PwD categories, to fill vacant medical seats. This decision aims to ensure optimal utilization of available seats.