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Cold Wave Returns to Bihar: Siwan Records Lowest Temperature, Dense Fog Likely in Several Districts

5Feb

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Bihar, State

Cold Wave Returns to Bihar: Siwan Records Lowest Temperature, Dense Fog Likely in Several Districts

Patna, Bihar: Bihar is witnessing a return of cold conditions as temperatures are expected to dip slightly over the next 24 hours. The Meteorological Department has issued a yellow alert for dense fog in several districts, warning of reduced visibility in the early mornings. Weather Forecast: According to the Meteorological Centre in Patna, the state will experience a decrease in both maximum and minimum temperatures over the coming days. Light cloud cover and westerly winds are expected across most parts of the state, including Patna. The districts under yellow alert for dense fog include West Champaran, Gopalganj, Siwan, Saran, Buxar, Bhojpur, Bhabhua, Rohtas, Arwal, and Aurangabad. Dense fog could limit visibility to as low as 50–100 meters during early morning hours. However, ...

Bareilly Troublemaker Rishabh Thakur Banned from City for 6 Months

5Feb

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Bareilly Troublemaker Rishabh Thakur Banned from City for 6 Months

Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh: Rishabh Thakur, who had caused a violent disturbance at a nursing student’s birthday party in December, has been officially banned from entering Bareilly for six months. Thakur, who had assaulted Muslim friends of the birthday girl, was escorted to the district boundary by police immediately after his release from jail. Incident Details: The incident occurred on December 27 at a café in Bareilly, where a nursing student was celebrating her birthday. Several of her friends, including two Muslim youths, were present when Thakur, along with his associates, arrived and created a commotion, physically assaulting the girl’s friends. The attack was captured on video and went viral on social media, prompting police to register an FIR. Judicial Proceedings and Dist...

12 Naxals Surrender in Bijapur, Weapons Handed Over, Rewards Total ₹54 Lakh

5Feb

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Chhattisgarh, State

12 Naxals Surrender in Bijapur, Weapons Handed Over, Rewards Total ₹54 Lakh

Bijapur, Chhattisgarh: In a major development in Chhattisgarh’s Naxal-affected Bijapur district, 12 Naxal cadres surrendered to security forces on Thursday, handing over their weapons and opting to return to the mainstream. The surrendering Maoists had a combined bounty of ₹54 lakh on their heads. Weapons Seized and Cadres Integrated: Police officials confirmed that the Naxals surrendered under the ongoing ‘Poona Margem’ anti-Maoist campaign, which aims to encourage militants to abandon extremism and reintegrate into society. The surrendered cadres handed over AK-47s, SLR rifles, and ammunition to the security personnel. All belonged to the South Sub-Zonal Bureau of the Maoist network. Among the 12, there were 8 female cadres and 4 male cadres. Government’s Anti-Maoist Efforts Bea...

Top Naxal Commander Udham Singh Killed in Chhattisgarh Encounter, 22 Soldiers’ Killer Neutralized

5Feb

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Chhattisgarh, State

Top Naxal Commander Udham Singh Killed in Chhattisgarh Encounter, 22 Soldiers’ Killer Neutralized

Bijapur, Chhattisgarh: Security forces achieved a major success in Naxal-affected Bijapur district, eliminating notorious Naxal commander Udham Singh in a gunbattle. Singh, wanted for multiple violent incidents, including the 2021 TekulGudem attack that claimed the lives of 22 security personnel, had a reward of ₹8 lakh on his head. Notorious Background: Udham Singh was a highly active commander within the DVCM Naxal outfit, responsible for Platoon No. 30 and overseeing operations in the Jagurgunda Area Committee. He was reportedly one of the masterminds behind the TekulGudem attack and was involved in planning and executing several other violent acts. The Encounter: The encounter began Thursday morning around 7:30 AM near the Chhattisgarh-Telangana border, when security forces...

Chhattisgarh High Court Rules Women Not Entitled to Alimony if Living Separately Without Just Cause

5Feb

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Chhattisgarh, State

Chhattisgarh High Court Rules Women Not Entitled to Alimony if Living Separately Without Just Cause

Raipur, Chhattisgarh: The Chhattisgarh High Court has delivered a landmark ruling, stating that a married woman who lives separately from her husband without any valid reason is not entitled to maintenance under Section 125 of the Criminal Procedure Code. The court emphasized that simply being married does not automatically grant a right to alimony; the conduct of both spouses must also be considered. Separation Just Four Days After Marriage: According to court documents, a woman had filed a petition seeking maintenance just four days after her wedding. She left her husband’s home, alleging dowry harassment and physical abuse, claiming that her in-laws demanded ₹10 lakh and a car as dowry. During the hearings, the husband stated that he had made multiple efforts to reconcile and r...

Jharkhand Municipal Elections Under Scrutiny: Bail-Released Offenders to Attend Weekly Police Parade

5Feb

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Jharkhand, State

Jharkhand Municipal Elections Under Scrutiny: Bail-Released Offenders to Attend Weekly Police Parade

Ranchi, Jharkhand: With municipal elections around the corner, Ranchi Police are on high alert to ensure peaceful voting in the city. Over 500 individuals with criminal backgrounds have been issued notices under Section 163, and those released on bail will now have to report to their local police stations weekly as part of a strict monitoring mechanism. Tough Measures for Potential Election Disruptors: Under the directives of City SP Paras Rana, all DSPs and station heads have been tasked with verifying the backgrounds of suspected offenders. The administration has made it clear that any attempt to disrupt the electoral process or instigate violence will not be tolerated. Police are combing through past records and keeping a 24-hour watch on suspicious activities to allow citizens to...

‘Dating Scam’ Gang Terrorizes Anand Vihar Youths, FIR Filed Only After Commissioner’s Intervention

5Feb

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DELHI (national capital territory), State

‘Dating Scam’ Gang Terrorizes Anand Vihar Youths, FIR Filed Only After Commissioner’s Intervention

New Delhi: A shocking case of organized crime has come to light from Anand Vihar in Delhi, where a gang allegedly lured young men into a honeytrap and robbed them. The gang’s activities, centered around the ‘Mexico Bar’ in Cross River Mall, had reportedly turned the club into a zone of fear for local youth. According to police sources, the gang not only held a college student hostage but brazenly attacked victims inside a police station, challenging law enforcement. Despite at least 50 complaints lodged against the gang earlier, the local police had largely remained inactive. Only after the intervention of the Delhi Police Commissioner was an FIR registered under various sections, including extortion and assault. The Incident: The incident occurred on February 1. Aman Mishra, a st...

Aligarh Youth Commits Suicide Following Argument with Girlfriend Over Laundry

5Feb

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Aligarh Youth Commits Suicide Following Argument with Girlfriend Over Laundry

Aligarh, UP: In a tragic incident in Aligarh, a young man allegedly took his own life following an argument with his girlfriend over a trivial domestic matter. The incident occurred in Masudabad, near Banna Devi police station. According to reports, 24-year-old Zeeshan, son of Ahsan from Jamalpur Asif Nagar, worked as an auto-rickshaw driver and was in a long-term relationship with a young woman who works at a hotel in the Masudabad area. On Wednesday night around 11 PM, a dispute broke out between the couple over washing clothes. The argument escalated, and Zeeshan reportedly went to a nearby under-construction building, where he hanged himself. The girlfriend rushed him to Malakhan Singh District Hospital in an unconscious state. However, doctors declared him dead upon arrival. Zee...

MP’s Maihar: Young Man Trapped in Online Romance, Four Arrested in Honeytrap Case

5Feb

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Madhya Pradesh, State

MP’s Maihar: Young Man Trapped in Online Romance, Four Arrested in Honeytrap Case

Maihar: A chilling example of the dangers of online friendships has emerged from Maihar, Madhya Pradesh. A young man, working in Pune, fell victim to a honeytrap after befriending a woman on Instagram. The woman, along with her accomplices, lured him to Maihar, extorted money, and filmed him in a compromising situation. The IncidentShivshankar Gupta, a resident of Bhadnapur Pahad in Maihar, was approached by a woman identified as Mansi, also known as Goldy, on Instagram around 10 days prior. After building trust through chats and calls, Mansi convinced him to travel from Pune to Maihar to meet her. On 3 February, the two met at Ghantaghar Chowk at 7:30 pm, had dosas at the Indian Coffee House, and then she led him to her rented room in Ghurpura under the pretext of drinking water. Initi...

Another Lulu Mall Coming to UP: GIDA to Acquire 50 Acres in Gorakhpur for Commercial Projects

5Feb

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Another Lulu Mall Coming to UP: GIDA to Acquire 50 Acres in Gorakhpur for Commercial Projects

Gorakhpur: Preparations are underway for a new Lulu Mall in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh. The Gorakhpur Industrial Development Authority (GIDA) has announced plans to acquire 50 acres of land in Kalesar and Mahi villages for the project, along with several other commercial initiatives. Over 200 farmers are expected to receive fair compensation and rehabilitation. Land Acquisition DetailsOut of the 50 acres, 46 acres are to be acquired in Kalesar village and 4 acres in Mahi village. The district administration will conduct a detailed survey as part of the acquisition process. An advertisement has already been issued to initiate a social impact assessment of the affected areas. Strategic Location for Industrial and Commercial DevelopmentKalesar and Mahi are located near the city, making th...