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Sharad Pawar Discharged from Pune Hospital; Supriya Sule Backs His Return to Rajya Sabha

25Feb

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Maharashtra, State

Sharad Pawar Discharged from Pune Hospital; Supriya Sule Backs His Return to Rajya Sabha

Mumbai/Pune/Delhi: Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) chief Sharad Pawar has been discharged from a Pune hospital, marking a key moment ahead of Maharashtra’s upcoming seven Rajya Sabha elections. Upon his return to Baramati, Pawar’s daughter and NCP MP Supriya Sule indicated strong support for his potential re-entry into the upper house. Speaking to the media in Delhi, Sule said, “Our cooperative members and party office bearers wish for Pawar Saheb to contest the Rajya Sabha elections. Everyone believes he should continue his decades-long service to the people.” She emphasized that Pawar himself has urged colleagues to put aside differences and work for the nation’s welfare. Sharad Pawar’s Unbeaten Political RecordBorn on 22 February 1967, Pawar was first elected to the Maharashtra A...

Rajasthan Cabinet Allows Candidates With More Than Two Children to Contest Panchayat Elections

25Feb

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Rajasthan Cabinet Allows Candidates With More Than Two Children to Contest Panchayat Elections

Jaipur, Rajasthan: In a significant policy shift, the Bhajanlal Sharma-led cabinet of Rajasthan has decided to allow candidates with more than two children to contest local body and panchayat elections. The decision was taken during a cabinet meeting on Wednesday and marks a reversal of a three-decade-old restriction imposed by the previous Bhairon Singh Shekhawat government. Earlier, the Shekhawat administration had prohibited individuals with more than two children from contesting elections as part of population control measures. With the new amendment, the eligibility criteria for contesting elections have been broadened, providing more citizens the opportunity to participate in the democratic process. Legal AmendmentsThe cabinet approved changes to Section 19 of the Rajasthan Pan...

BA Student Found Injured in Mustard Field After Suicide Attempt Over Love Affair

25Feb

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State, Uttar Pradesh

BA Student Found Injured in Mustard Field After Suicide Attempt Over Love Affair

Hapur, UP: In a distressing incident from Hapur, a Bachelor of Arts student reportedly attempted to take her own life over a romantic relationship. The student inflicted serious cuts on her neck and arms with a blade and was found bleeding in a mustard field. She was immediately hospitalized and is currently receiving treatment. Incident DetailsThe incident occurred in Bankhanda village under Babu Garh police jurisdiction. The student had gone to her coaching center at School Chaupla, but hours later was found approximately 500 meters away in a mustard field, severely injured. Early reports to the police suggested an attack by unknown assailants, an attempt reportedly made by her family to mislead authorities. However, upon thorough investigation, including checking CCTV footage from...

Jharkhand High Court Upholds Justice After 40 Years: Tata Motors Worker Reinstated Posthumously

25Feb

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Jharkhand, State

Jharkhand High Court Upholds Justice After 40 Years: Tata Motors Worker Reinstated Posthumously

Ranchi: In a landmark ruling, the Jharkhand High Court has upheld the decision of the Labour Court, overturning the 1984 dismissal of a Tata Motors employee who had allegedly raised his voice against medical negligence. The case, spanning over four decades, highlights both workers’ rights and corporate accountability. Background of the CaseThe dispute began in February 1983 when C.K. Singh, a permanent motor mechanic in Tata Engineering and Locomotive Company (now Tata Motors), underwent surgery at the company hospital in Jamshedpur. Post-surgery, a surgical stitch was reportedly left in his testicle, causing severe pain and septic infection. When Singh sought re-admission, he was allegedly refused treatment and told to return the next day. In unbearable pain, he reportedly raised his v...

IT Raids on BSP MLA Umashankar Singh’s Properties Stir Political Controversy in Uttar Pradesh

25Feb

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Politics, State, Uttar Pradesh

IT Raids on BSP MLA Umashankar Singh’s Properties Stir Political Controversy in Uttar Pradesh

Lucknow/Balia: The Income Tax (IT) Department conducted extensive raids on Wednesday at multiple properties belonging to BSP MLA Umashankar Singh, the sole representative of the Bahujan Samaj Party in the Uttar Pradesh Assembly. The raids were carried out at his residences in Lucknow and Sonbhadra, as well as his home and office in Balia district’s Rasra constituency. The Lucknow residence, located in Gomtinagar, was raided early in the morning by over 30 IT officials. The political fallout was immediate, with opposition leaders criticizing the government, while UP Minister Dinesh Pratap Singh, whose daughter recently married Umashankar Singh’s son, expressed concern over the timing and handling of the operation. Rapid Accumulation of WealthAccording to affidavits submitted to the El...

Clash Over Malegaon Namaz Sparks Political Debate in Maharashtra

25Feb

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Clash Over Malegaon Namaz Sparks Political Debate in Maharashtra

Mumbai: The recent incident of Muslims offering Namaz at a government office in Malegaon has stirred political tensions in Maharashtra, especially during the ongoing budget session. State Minister and BJP leader Nitesh Rane criticized the act, asserting that “India is a Hindu nation” and questioning the purpose of those involved. He asked, “Were these people elected for the development of Malegaon or to pursue jihad? There are plenty of mosques—why are they praying here?” Rane warned that action would be taken against such incidents. Reacting to Rane’s remarks, SP MLA Abu Asim Azmi strongly countered, stating that there are no terrorist activities in any madrassas in India. He suggested that CCTVs could be installed for verification and offered, “You can stay in a madrassa, have meal...

Great Indian Bustard Population in Jaisalmer Surges from 128 to 198, Marking a Major Conservation Success

25Feb

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Rajasthan, State

Great Indian Bustard Population in Jaisalmer Surges from 128 to 198, Marking a Major Conservation Success

A remarkable conservation milestone has been achieved for the Great Indian Bustard (GIB), the state bird of Rajasthan. According to the latest nationwide scientific survey conducted between April 7–17, 2025, the number of GIBs in the Jaisalmer region has increased from 128 in 2017 to 198. Experts say this significant rise, despite persistent threats such as high-voltage power lines, is a testament to the success of dedicated protection efforts. The survey, spanning nearly 22,000 square kilometers around Jaisalmer, involved over 200 scientists, volunteers, and forest officials operating in more than 50 specialized teams over 10 days. Using modern scientific methods, the team confirmed that targeted policies, technology, and teamwork can help revive species on the brink of extinction. ...

Woman Killed in Horrific Road Accident on Agra-Firozabad Highway; Dozens of Vehicles Run Over Body

25Feb

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Woman Killed in Horrific Road Accident on Agra-Firozabad Highway; Dozens of Vehicles Run Over Body

A tragic accident on the Agra-Firozabad highway claimed the life of an unidentified woman on Tuesday night, leaving witnesses horrified. The woman was struck by a speeding truck around 10:30 PM at the Syed Kat area near Trans Yamuna, police said. The impact was so severe that the truck ran over her body, causing fatal injuries on the spot. Shockingly, dozens of vehicles continued to pass over the body until morning, further mutilating it. Pieces of the woman’s body were scattered across the road, creating a scene of blood and chaos that left bystanders shaken. Passersby stopped traffic and alerted the authorities, who had to scrape the remains from the road and send them for post-mortem. The police officer-in-charge of Etmaddaula, Devendra Dubey, said the woman’s face and body were b...

Film-Style Ambush on NH-44: Narsinghpur Police Seize 152 kg Ganja Worth ₹50 Lakh

25Feb

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Madhya Pradesh, State

Film-Style Ambush on NH-44: Narsinghpur Police Seize 152 kg Ganja Worth ₹50 Lakh

In a major anti-drug operation, Narsinghpur police intercepted 152 kilograms of illegal ganja on National Highway-44, valued at approximately ₹50 lakh in the international market. The consignment was being transported from Rajnandgaon, Chhattisgarh, to Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh, when police traced and apprehended the smugglers. The operation began after a tip-off alerted authorities about a large consignment moving along NH-44. Acting swiftly, the Kotwali police set up strategic checkpoints. A suspicious pickup vehicle bearing registration number CG 06 M 0931 was spotted speeding along the highway. Police pursued the vehicle and executed a precise ambush near Kapuri T-junction, successfully stopping it. Upon searching the vehicle, authorities discovered numerous empty crates. A closer in...

Amethi Student Forced to Quit Board Exams Amid Harassment; Questions Raised on Women’s Safety

25Feb

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Amethi Student Forced to Quit Board Exams Amid Harassment; Questions Raised on Women’s Safety

A disturbing case from Amethi has raised serious questions about women’s safety in Uttar Pradesh. An intermediate-level student, allegedly harassed and threatened repeatedly, has decided to skip her board examinations out of fear. Despite lodging complaints with the police, the accused reportedly continued to intimidate her. The incident took place in Shiv Datt Tiwari Ka Purwa under Jamo police station limits. The student, tormented by persistent harassment, has reportedly lost the courage to appear for her exams. Shockingly, the harassment occurred just a few steps from the local police station, yet the perpetrators showed no fear of law enforcement. The victim’s family approached the police, leading to a case being registered against three accused. However, two of them were reporte...