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How Did I-PAC Take a ₹13.5 Crore Loan From a Non-Existent Company? Troubles May Deepen After ED Probe

22Jan

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Politics, State, West Bengal

How Did I-PAC Take a ₹13.5 Crore Loan From a Non-Existent Company? Troubles May Deepen After ED Probe

Kolkata: Political consultancy firm Indian Political Action Committee (I-PAC) may be heading for deeper trouble as fresh questions emerge over an alleged ₹13.5 crore loan taken from a company that, according to official records, does not exist. The revelation comes amid an ongoing investigation by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) into suspected financial irregularities linked to the firm. As reported by The Indian Express, I-PAC claimed to have received a ₹13.50 crore loan in 2021 from a Rohtak-based firm named Ramasetu Infrastructure India (P) Limited. However, a verification of records maintained by the Registrar of Companies (ROC) shows that no such company has ever been registered, raising serious doubts about the legitimacy of the transaction. Loan Claim Under the Scanner Acc...

Nitish Kumar Announces Free Rooftop Solar Panels in Bihar, But How Will They Be Installed? Here’s Everything You Need to Know

22Jan

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Bihar, Politics, State

Nitish Kumar Announces Free Rooftop Solar Panels in Bihar, But How Will They Be Installed? Here’s Everything You Need to Know

Patna: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, currently on his Samriddhi Yatra, has been repeatedly emphasizing free electricity and free solar energy in his public addresses. The announcement that the state government will install solar panels on the rooftops of willing households has generated widespread interest. However, the key question remains: how will this scheme actually be implemented? Here is a detailed explanation. Zero-Cost Electricity for Poor Families Under the vision of “Solar-Energy Self-Reliant Bihar,” Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has announced a major initiative to promote rooftop solar power across the state. He has reiterated that solar panels will be installed free of cost for eligible families, especially targeting the poor and middle class. The Chief Minister st...

Patna Girls’ Hostel Case: MP Pappu Yadav Alleges Minister’s Son Involvement, Sparks Political Uproar

22Jan

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Bihar, Politics, State

Patna Girls’ Hostel Case: MP Pappu Yadav Alleges Minister’s Son Involvement, Sparks Political Uproar

Patna: The mysterious death of a NEET aspirant at Shambhu Girls’ Hostel in Patna has taken a political turn after sensational claims by MP Pappu Yadav. On social media, the lawmaker alleged that the incident involves the son of a prominent minister and accused the police of shielding influential individuals while harassing the victim’s family. Pappu Yadav questioned which constitutional office-holder’s son and which minister’s child are implicated in the case, and why Bihar Police are allegedly overstepping their authority to protect them. He also accused authorities of tarnishing the reputation of the victim’s family and protecting alleged criminals linked to a local sex racket. Allegations by Pappu YadavIn a post on the platform ‘X’, the MP wrote: “Which leader’s son holding a cons...

Ramdas Athawale Invites Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan to Join NDA, Says State Would Receive More Central Funds

22Jan

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Kerala, Politics, State

Ramdas Athawale Invites Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan to Join NDA, Says State Would Receive More Central Funds

Union Minister of State for Social Justice and Empowerment Ramdas Athawale on Wednesday stirred a political debate by inviting Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan to join the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA), claiming that such a move would ensure greater financial assistance from the Centre for the state. Addressing the media, Athawale said that if Vijayan became part of the NDA, it would be a “revolutionary step” in Indian politics and would significantly benefit Kerala. “If Pinarayi Vijayan joins the NDA, more funds will definitely come to Kerala. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will also give the state a big development package,” the Union Minister asserted, adding that the additional funds could be effectively used for the state’s development. CPM Strongly Objects A...

₹3.1 Million Fine Over Live-in Relationship: Alleged Caste Panchayat Threats and Social Boycott in Rajasthan’s Jalore

22Jan

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Politics, Rajasthan, State

₹3.1 Million Fine Over Live-in Relationship: Alleged Caste Panchayat Threats and Social Boycott in Rajasthan’s Jalore

A disturbing case of alleged social boycott and economic coercion has emerged from the Bhinmal area of Jalore district, where a family has accused members of a community council of imposing an illegal fine of ₹31 lakh over a live-in relationship and threatening them with expulsion from society. According to the complaint, seven alleged panchayat members of the Mali community declared a social boycott against the family after a young man entered into a consensual live-in relationship with a woman. The family claims they have been subjected to continuous threats, mental harassment, and pressure, not only against them but also against those who extended support. Dispute Rooted in Live-in Relationship In a written complaint submitted to the Superintendent of Police, the complainant Ba...

Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren’s Global Outreach Continues: Resounding ‘Johar’ Echoes in London After Davos

22Jan

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Jharkhand, Politics, State

Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren’s Global Outreach Continues: Resounding ‘Johar’ Echoes in London After Davos

After making a strong impression at the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren has reached London, marking the next phase of his international visit aimed at promoting the state’s development, education, and global partnerships. The Chief Minister arrived in the UK capital late Wednesday night along with his wife Kalpana Murmu Soren and a delegation of state legislators. He was accorded a warm and culturally vibrant welcome by Jharkhandi scholars and members of the Indian diaspora residing in London. Traditional music, drumbeats, and folk songs transformed the occasion into a celebration of Jharkhand’s rich heritage, with chants of “Jharkhandi Johar” reverberating across foreign soil. Expressing his gratitude, Chief Minister Soren said it was a mat...

‘Ram Temple Built, Mini Kumbh Organised’: Saints Upset Over Swami Avimukteshwaranand’s Remarks on CM Yogi

22Jan

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Politics, State, Uttar Pradesh

‘Ram Temple Built, Mini Kumbh Organised’: Saints Upset Over Swami Avimukteshwaranand’s Remarks on CM Yogi

The controversy surrounding the Mauni Amavasya bathing festival at the Prayagraj Magh Mela continues to escalate, with sharp reactions now emerging from the saint community over comments made by Jyotish Peeth Shankaracharya Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati against Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. What began as a protest over administrative arrangements has now taken a broader religious and political turn, drawing in saints’ organisations and public figures. Swami Avimukteshwaranand had objected strongly to the alleged stopping of his palanquin and the barricading during the Mauni Amavasya Snan, claiming misbehaviour with saints during crowd control measures. While he has remained camped outside his tent in protest, his remarks targeting the Chief Minister have triggered w...

Khan Sir Launches India’s Most Affordable Diagnostic Hospital: X-Ray at ₹35, Kidney Test at ₹17

22Jan

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Bihar, Politics, State

Khan Sir Launches India’s Most Affordable Diagnostic Hospital: X-Ray at ₹35, Kidney Test at ₹17

Bettiah, Bihar: Khan Sir, widely known for his unique teaching style, has now made headlines in the healthcare sector by opening an ultra-affordable diagnostic center aimed at making essential medical tests accessible to all. Under this initiative, X-rays will cost just ₹35 and Kidney Function Tests (KFT) only ₹17—rates dramatically lower than typical private labs. Revolutionizing Healthcare for the Common Man The hospital, launched in the historic region of Champaran, Gandhi’s land of activism, targets middle- and low-income families who often avoid crucial tests due to high costs. Equipped with world-class diagnostic machines, the center offers advanced medical services at minimal prices, bridging the gap between quality healthcare and affordability. Affordable Testing Redefines...

Trump Softens Stand on India, Modi’s Diplomacy Forces U.S. to Rethink Trade and Geopolitics

22Jan

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Nation, Politics

Trump Softens Stand on India, Modi’s Diplomacy Forces U.S. to Rethink Trade and Geopolitics

In a surprising shift in tone, U.S. President Donald Trump has signaled a softer approach toward India, praising Prime Minister Narendra Modi and expressing optimism about a mutually beneficial trade deal. The change comes as India’s assertive diplomacy and evolving geopolitical position have forced the U.S. to recalibrate its stance. Trump Acknowledges Modi’s Leadership At the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, Trump described PM Modi as “a remarkable individual and a close friend,” adding that the two nations are poised to strike “a good trade deal.” This marks a sharp departure from Trump’s earlier tough measures, including imposing 50% tariffs on Indian imports due to India’s crude oil purchases from Russia. Despite such pressure, India has maintained that its policies a...

BJP Gears Up Youth Leadership Drive Under National President Nitin Nabin; Focus Begins with Youth Front Presidents

22Jan

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Nation, Politics

BJP Gears Up Youth Leadership Drive Under National President Nitin Nabin; Focus Begins with Youth Front Presidents

With Nitin Nabin taking charge as the new National President of the BJP, the party has embarked on a major organizational revamp aimed at empowering young leaders. As per reports, upcoming appointments within the party will prioritize youth, starting with the leadership of the BJP’s youth front. Youth Leaders to Take Key Positions According to sources, under Nitin Nabin’s leadership, the post of National Youth Front President will be given to leaders under 35 years of age, while state-level youth front presidents will be selected from party workers under 32. The party is aligning potential office-bearers’ ages with that of the National President to ensure smooth coordination. Strategic Planning and Narrative Control Nitin Nabin has also emphasized strengthening the party’s soci...