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Tragedy in Jaipur: Restaurant Roof Collapses, One Dead, One Injured

13Nov

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Rajasthan, State

Tragedy in Jaipur: Restaurant Roof Collapses, One Dead, One Injured

Jaipur: A major accident occurred late Wednesday evening in Jaipur when the roof of the Harishankar Restaurant on Tonk Road suddenly collapsed. During the incident, several people were dining when portions of the roof gave way, trapping some under the debris. Emergency teams, including the police, SDRF, and Civil Defence, conducted a rescue operation. One person was declared dead at the hospital, while another was admitted with injuries. Chaos at the SceneThe restaurant, located near the Sanganer Pulia intersection in the Sanganer police station area, had been operational for several years. The building, made of stone slabs supported by stone pillars, was old and structurally weak. At the time of the collapse, four employees were busy in the kitchen while some customers were eating. Pan...

“Felt Like a Missile Had Hit” – Hapur Couple Miraculously Escapes Delhi Blast, Just 40 Steps Away

13Nov

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State, Uttar Pradesh

“Felt Like a Missile Had Hit” – Hapur Couple Miraculously Escapes Delhi Blast, Just 40 Steps Away

A devastating blast near Delhi’s Red Fort shook the nation on Monday, leaving several dead and many injured. Among the fortunate survivors were Hapur-based jeweler Pushkar Agrawal and his wife Pooja Agrawal, who narrowly escaped death, standing just 40 steps away from the site of the explosion. Shopping Trip Turns NightmarePushkar and Pooja had gone to Bhagirath Palace Market in Delhi to purchase electronics. They parked their car at Omex Multi-Level Parking and were browsing the market when the explosion struck. “The sound was so intense, it felt like a missile had fallen from the sky,” Pushkar recalled. In an instant, chaos erupted: shutters crashed down, people ran in all directions, and panic engulfed the marketplace. Smoke and Gunpowder Filled the AirAmid the blast, a thick clou...

Success Story: From Struggling Teen to ₹35,000 Crore Snack Empire – How Chandubhai Virani Turned a Simple Idea into Gold

13Nov

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Business

Success Story: From Struggling Teen to ₹35,000 Crore Snack Empire – How Chandubhai Virani Turned a Simple Idea into Gold

Balaji Wafers – a name synonymous with snacks for millions across India – is today valued in billions. But its journey began with struggle, determination, and a vision that refused to be daunted by hardship. Humble BeginningsChandubhai Virani was born on 31 January 1957 in a poor farmer’s family in Jamnagar, Gujarat. Due to financial constraints, he could not pursue education beyond the 10th grade. By the age of 15, Chandubhai’s family moved to Dhandhuka in search of livelihood. Using a small amount of savings from his father, Chandubhai embarked on a journey that would later create one of India’s largest snack empires. Early Struggles and LearningChandubhai and his two brothers borrowed ₹20,000 to start a small agricultural products and equipment business in Rajkot. After two years ...

IRDAI Takes Strict Stand on Health Insurance Claims Amid Rising Complaints

13Nov

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Business

IRDAI Takes Strict Stand on Health Insurance Claims Amid Rising Complaints

The insurance regulator IRDAI has adopted a firm stance following rising complaints about incomplete settlement of health insurance claims. More than half of all grievances under the Insurance Ombudsman system are related to health policies, with customers alleging that insurers are not paying the full claim amounts. Regulator Demands Transparency and SpeedIRDAI has directed insurance companies to process claims with honesty, transparency, and promptness, warning that repeated deductions and delayed payments are eroding customer trust. The regulator is closely examining why full payments are not being made on health insurance claims, highlighting the seriousness of the issue. On the occasion of Insurance Ombudsman Day, IRDAI Chairman Ajay Seth stated, “We have observed persistent sho...

Bihar Exit Poll Boosts Adani’s Wealth by ₹1.90 Lakh Crore; How Close is He to Mukesh Ambani?

13Nov

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Business

Bihar Exit Poll Boosts Adani’s Wealth by ₹1.90 Lakh Crore; How Close is He to Mukesh Ambani?

Global billionaire rankings saw a dip for several top names this week, with Oracle founder Larry Ellison suffering the largest decline. However, domestic markets in India received a major boost from Bihar’s exit polls, which signaled a strong performance for the NDA. The surge in Indian share markets particularly benefited Gautam Adani. Shares across the Adani Group saw significant gains, with flagship company Adani Enterprises jumping 4.98%. As a result, the net worth of Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani increased by $2.15 billion (approximately ₹1,90,55,52,52,500). According to Bloomberg Billionaires Index, Adani’s net worth now stands at $90.8 billion, making him the 19th richest person globally. In 2025 alone, his wealth has risen by $12.1 billion. Adani Group, a conglomerate wit...

Strong Strategy to Curb the Dragon: New Airbase Operational in Ladakh, India Boosts Military Readiness

13Nov

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DELHI (national capital territory)

Strong Strategy to Curb the Dragon: New Airbase Operational in Ladakh, India Boosts Military Readiness

India has commissioned its new Nyoma Airbase near the China border in Eastern Ladakh, enhancing the rapid deployment of troops and equipment in the region. Simultaneously, a large-scale military exercise named ‘Eastern Thunderstrike’ is underway in Arunachal Pradesh, showcasing India’s heightened preparedness along its northern borders. Strategic SignificanceThe Nyoma Airbase, situated at a staggering altitude of 13,710 feet, is now fully operational. According to a senior defense official, despite improving diplomatic ties and strengthened military confidence-building measures, trust on the ground remains limited. The official emphasized that tensions along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) have not diminished, and troops will continue to remain deployed through the sixth consecutive wi...

khilesh Yadav Launches Mulayam Singh Yadav Half Marathon T-Shirt, Calls Race a Symbol of Youth Enthusiasm

12Nov

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State, Uttar Pradesh

khilesh Yadav Launches Mulayam Singh Yadav Half Marathon T-Shirt, Calls Race a Symbol of Youth Enthusiasm

A Balia, Uttar Pradesh: The historic land of Balia is set to come alive with the spirit of the Samajwadi movement as the Netaji Mulayam Singh Yadav Half Marathon 2025 is scheduled for 25 November. In a prelude to the event, Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav unveiled the official T-shirt and cap at the party office in Lucknow on Wednesday, while expressing gratitude to former minister and party National Secretary Ram Govind Chaudhary for his support. Akhilesh Yadav said that Netaji Mulayam Singh Yadav dreamed of nurturing athletes from every village to bring glory to the nation. Through this half marathon, he added, the younger generation of the Samajwadi movement will connect with Netaji’s ideals while embracing the spirit of sportsmanship. The marathon, organized under the...

thura Court Reserves Verdict in Case Against Kathavachak Aniruddhacharya for Controversial Remarks on Women

12Nov

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State, Uttar Pradesh

thura Court Reserves Verdict in Case Against Kathavachak Aniruddhacharya for Controversial Remarks on Women

athura, Uttar Pradesh: The court hearing in the case against Kathavachak Aniruddhacharya for allegedly making objectionable remarks about women concluded on Tuesday. The Chief Judicial Magistrate (CJM) reserved the judgment after hearing arguments from both parties. According to Meera Rathore, district head of the Akhil Bharat Hindu Mahasabha, Aniruddhacharya had previously made offensive and inappropriate comments regarding women. Following this, a petition demanding legal action and registration of a formal complaint was filed against him. During the court proceedings, both sides presented their arguments. Earlier, Aniruddhacharya submitted an apology affidavit to the court regarding his controversial statements, but the court did not accept it, and the hearing continued. After ...

ati Narsinghanand Giri Sparks Controversy, Calls for Destruction of Al-Falah University and Other Institutions

12Nov

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Politics, State, Uttar Pradesh

ati Narsinghanand Giri Sparks Controversy, Calls for Destruction of Al-Falah University and Other Institutions

H Y Ghaziabad / Uttar Pradesh: A video of Yati Narsinghanand Giri, Mahamandaleshwar of Juna Akhara, has gone viral, triggering nationwide outrage. In the video, Giri demanded the army use artillery to demolish four major universities: Al-Falah University, Aligarh Muslim University, Jamia Millia Islamia, and Darul Uloom Deoband. The statement comes in the wake of the Delhi car blast on 10 November near Red Fort Metro Station, which left 12 dead and over 20 injured. Giri claimed that until these institutions were destroyed, the country could not be considered safe. Security agencies are already on high alert following the blast, conducting raids at suspected locations. Uttar Pradesh has been placed on red alert, with Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and DGP Rajiv Krishna di...

P STF Arrests Fugitive Priyanka Singh, Wanted for Six Years with ₹50,000 Reward

12Nov

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Uttar Pradesh

P STF Arrests Fugitive Priyanka Singh, Wanted for Six Years with ₹50,000 Reward

U B Lucknow / Uttar Pradesh: The Special Task Force (STF) of Uttar Pradesh achieved a major breakthrough on Wednesday by arresting Priyanka Singh, a 40-year-old fugitive who had been on the run since 2019. She was apprehended from Saubhagyam Apartment, Eldico Colony, Tower-10, Room 1205, PGI area, Lucknow. Priyanka Singh was wanted in connection with 19 criminal cases across 10 districts, including Jaunpur, Varanasi, Lucknow, Mau, Lalitpur, Azamgarh, and Fatehpur. The charges against her include fraud, criminal conspiracy, cheating, and intimidation. Background and Criminal ActivitiesPriyanka Singh, a resident of Sahara State, Janakipuram, along with her husband Rajesh Kumar Singh and five associates, had founded a company in 2011 named J.K.V. Land & Developers Infrastructu...