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Barabanki Murder Case: BKU Leader Sunita Kashyap Killed; Shocking Details Emerge
State, Uttar Pradesh

Barabanki Murder Case: BKU Leader Sunita Kashyap Killed; Shocking Details Emerge

Barabanki, UP: In a shocking revelation, Barabanki police have disclosed startling details in the murder of Sunita Kashyap, district president of the Indian Kisan Union (Bharatiya Kisan Union – Awadh faction). Investigations revealed that Sunita had been living in a live-in relationship with Raj Mishra for several years. The murder allegedly occurred after disputes over marriage demands, police said. Raj Mishra, also known as Raju, has been arrested and sent to jail. The incident came to light on Tuesday when the body of a woman was found near a canal embankment in Khajurganj area of Nagar Kotwali. The deceased was identified as 35-year-old Sunita Kashyap. Superintendent of Police Arpit Vijaywargiya said multiple police teams, along with surveillance and SWAT units, were deployed to swi...
Greater Noida: Woman Arrested After Heated Dispute Over Pet Dog Defecation Goes Viral
State, Uttar Pradesh

Greater Noida: Woman Arrested After Heated Dispute Over Pet Dog Defecation Goes Viral

Greater Noida, UP: A woman has been arrested in Greater Noida following a viral video showing her verbally abusing residents after her pet dog defecated in a parking area. The incident occurred at Amrapali Golf Homes and Kings Wood Society, where a dispute over public cleanliness escalated into a confrontation. According to police, the incident took place near Tower-J in the Minus One parking area. A woman was walking her pet dog when another resident, along with a male companion, politely objected to the dog soiling the public space and requested that she walk the dog outside the complex. The dog owner allegedly became agitated, picked up her pet, and began hurling obscene and offensive language at the residents. The entire episode was captured on video and circulated widely on soci...
Samreen Nisha, also known as “Bhabhijaan Samreen,” Arrested for Objectionable Video Targeting Hindu Girls
State, Uttar Pradesh

Samreen Nisha, also known as “Bhabhijaan Samreen,” Arrested for Objectionable Video Targeting Hindu Girls

Amroha, UP: Samreen Nisha, widely known on social media as “Bhabhijaan Samreen,” has been arrested for creating and sharing an objectionable video targeting girls from the Hindu community. Although she later issued a public apology, authorities have taken legal action against her. The incident came to light in Amroha when Nisha, a resident of Sultanpur village in the Dehat police jurisdiction and wife of Sarfaraz, posted a video online three days ago containing offensive remarks against Hindu women. The video quickly went viral, prompting widespread outrage and calls for immediate action from local Hindu organizations. Following the viral spread, a complaint was filed on February 2 by Amroha resident Prateek Sharma at the Dehat police station. The complaint stated that the language u...
Chhattisgarh Cabinet Approves Formation of Anti-Drug Task Force in 10 Districts
Chhattisgarh, State

Chhattisgarh Cabinet Approves Formation of Anti-Drug Task Force in 10 Districts

Raipur, Chhattisgarh: In a major step against drug abuse, the Chhattisgarh Cabinet on Wednesday approved the creation of a dedicated Anti-Drug Task Force (ADTF) in 10 districts across the state. The cabinet also sanctioned 100 new posts for the task force. The decision was taken during a cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Vishnudev Sai. The move includes the formation of district-level Anti-Drug Task Forces in Raipur, Mahasamund, Bilaspur, Durg, Bastar, Sarguja, Kabirdham, Jashpur, Rajnandgaon, and Korba. Strengthening Special Operations Group (SOG)In addition, the cabinet approved the creation of 44 new posts for the Special Operations Group (SOG) under the state police headquarters’ Special Branch. Funded under the 2025-26 budget, the SOG will be a highly trained unit respon...
Bijapur Encounter: Security Forces Clash with Naxals, One Maoist Killed
Chhattisgarh, State

Bijapur Encounter: Security Forces Clash with Naxals, One Maoist Killed

Bijapur, Chhattisgarh: A fierce encounter broke out today between security forces and Naxals in the Bijapur district of Chhattisgarh. In the operation, one Maoist was killed and explosives were recovered from his possession. According to initial reports, security personnel launched an operation in the southern region of Bijapur following intelligence inputs about the presence of armed Maoists. Both sides engaged in intermittent gunfire starting at around 7:30 AM. Teams on a Search OperationJoint security teams had set out for a search operation in southern Bijapur. During the operation, gunfire erupted between the forces and the Maoists. Security officials said the troops responded decisively to the Maoists’ attacks while continuing to search the area. One Naxal NeutralizedSo far,...
Own a Home in Mumbai! MHADA Offers 120 Flats on First-Come, First-Served Basis – Here’s How to Apply
Maharashtra, State

Own a Home in Mumbai! MHADA Offers 120 Flats on First-Come, First-Served Basis – Here’s How to Apply

Mumbai: For residents dreaming of owning a home in Mumbai, the Maharashtra Housing and Area Development Authority (MHADA) has announced a golden opportunity. A total of 120 flats across prime locations in the city are now available under a “first-come, first-served” scheme, with prices ranging from ₹38 lakh to ₹8 crore. Locations and Prices:The flats are spread across key Mumbai neighborhoods, including Kandivali, Charkop, Wadala, Powai, Taardeo, Juhu, and Andheri. The most expensive units are located in South Mumbai’s Taardeo area, priced above ₹8 crore, while the most affordable flats start at ₹38 lakh. These flats were initially part of a lottery but remained unsold, prompting MHADA to open them for first-come, first-served sales. How to Apply:Registration for the scheme began on ...
Pune: Men Found Claiming Benefits Under ‘Ladki Bahin Yojana’; Verification Ordered for 2.25 Lakh Beneficiaries
Maharashtra, State

Pune: Men Found Claiming Benefits Under ‘Ladki Bahin Yojana’; Verification Ordered for 2.25 Lakh Beneficiaries

Pune: A shocking discovery in Pune district has revealed that male beneficiaries were availing benefits under Maharashtra’s Ladki Bahin Yojana, prompting authorities to order a large-scale verification of the scheme. The verification will cover approximately 2.25 lakh women and will be conducted by Anganwadi workers. The Ladki Bahin Yojana provides a subsidy of ₹1,500 to eligible women. However, an initial audit found that 1,201 male beneficiaries had been incorrectly receiving the benefits, with the highest number coming from Haveli taluka. Authorities now plan to verify the gender and eligibility of all beneficiaries who completed e-KYC, ensuring only genuinely eligible women receive the subsidy. Re-verification Orders:Many women have been deprived of the ₹1,500 subsidy due to disc...
“Do Not Leave Mumbai!” BJP, Shiv Sena (UBT) Direct Corporators Ahead of BMC Mayor Election
Maharashtra, State

“Do Not Leave Mumbai!” BJP, Shiv Sena (UBT) Direct Corporators Ahead of BMC Mayor Election

Mumbai: With the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) Mayor election scheduled for 11 February 2026, political activity in the city has intensified. Both the BJP and Shiv Sena (UBT) have issued strict directives to their corporators, instructing them not to leave Mumbai until the conclusion of the Mayor and committee elections. Background:The nomination process for the Mayor election begins on 7 February, and key standing and statutory committees are yet to be decided within the BJP-Shiv Sena alliance. To ensure smooth proceedings, party leadership has issued a whip directing corporators to remain in the city. Any corporator leaving Mumbai without permission could face disciplinary action. Reason for the Order:The directive also takes into account the weekend (7–8 February) and t...
Sunetra Pawar to Receive Z+ Security Cover, Maha Vikas Aghadi Government Takes Major Decision
Maharashtra, State

Sunetra Pawar to Receive Z+ Security Cover, Maha Vikas Aghadi Government Takes Major Decision

Mumbai: The Maharashtra government has decided to enhance the security of the state’s new Deputy Chief Minister, Sunetra Pawar, by granting her Z+ category protection. The Home Department has been issued the necessary instructions to implement this upgraded security arrangement. Previously, Sunetra Pawar, while serving as a Rajya Sabha MP, was provided X-category security. However, after taking charge as Deputy Chief Minister on 31 January 2026, and being assigned three key ministries along with the guardianship of politically significant districts Pune and Beed, additional security measures were deemed necessary. The office previously used by the late Ajit Pawar has also been allocated to her. Home Department Instructions:The government has clarified that Sunetra Pawar will now rece...
Mumbai-Pune Expressway Traffic Jam: Industrialist Dr. Sudhir Mehta Airlifted After 8 Hours Stuck
Maharashtra, State

Mumbai-Pune Expressway Traffic Jam: Industrialist Dr. Sudhir Mehta Airlifted After 8 Hours Stuck

Mumbai/Pune: The massive traffic jam on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway, caused by a gas tanker overturn near Khandala Ghat, left hundreds of vehicles stranded for over 30 hours. Commuters faced severe hardships with no access to food, water, or sanitation facilities as the jam stretched 20–22 kilometers. Among those trapped was industrialist and Pinnacle Group Chairman Dr. Sudhir Mehta, who was traveling to Pune. After being stuck for nearly eight hours, Dr. Mehta was safely airlifted by helicopter. Sharing his experience on social media platform X, Dr. Mehta highlighted the urgent need for better emergency planning on the expressway. He wrote that millions of people have been stuck due to the gas tanker incident over the past 18 hours and suggested creating multiple exit points along the h...