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8-Year-Old Girl Dies After Swallowing Ludo Piece in Shocking Karnataka Incident
Karnataka, State

8-Year-Old Girl Dies After Swallowing Ludo Piece in Shocking Karnataka Incident

Mangaluru, February 23, 2026: In a tragic and heartbreaking incident from Thokkottu in Karnataka, an eight-year-old girl lost her life after accidentally swallowing a small plastic Ludo piece while playing at home. The deceased child, identified as Tanishka, was a second-grade student. Her family originally hails from Kasaragod district and was residing in a rented house near Kolya, close to Thokkottu. Accident During Playtime According to reports, Tanishka was at home due to a school holiday and was playing Ludo with her siblings. During the game, she accidentally put a cone-shaped plastic token into her mouth, which slipped down her throat. Within moments, she began experiencing severe breathing difficulty. Her mother, noticing her distress, immediately sought help from neigh...
₹1,000 Fine if Pet Dogs Dirty Common Areas; Repeat Violators to Be Blacklisted in Greater Noida Society
State, Uttar Pradesh

₹1,000 Fine if Pet Dogs Dirty Common Areas; Repeat Violators to Be Blacklisted in Greater Noida Society

Greater Noida, February 23, 2026: In a strict move aimed at maintaining cleanliness and discipline, the Apartment Owners Association (AOA) of Amrapali Centurian Park (Low Rise) in Greater Noida West has implemented a zero-tolerance policy against pet-related nuisance in common areas. As per a resolution passed during the General Body Meeting (GBM), pet owners will be fined ₹1,000 if their dogs defecate or create filth in common spaces. Owners must also ensure immediate cleaning of the area. Society of 600 Families Enforces Stricter Monitoring According to AOA President Rajeev Kumar and Legal Advisor Amit Gupta, nearly 600 families reside in the low-rise complex. To strengthen surveillance, the society currently operates 190 CCTV cameras, with plans underway to increase the number ...
Polling Staff Spend Night on School Benches Amid Poor Arrangements in Ranchi Civic Elections
Jharkhand, State

Polling Staff Spend Night on School Benches Amid Poor Arrangements in Ranchi Civic Elections

Ranchi, February 23, 2026: As voting for the municipal elections commenced across Jharkhand, reports of inadequate facilities for polling personnel surfaced from several centres in the state capital, Ranchi. While the administration claimed comprehensive arrangements, ground realities at some locations told a different story. Polling teams had reached their designated booths the previous night to ensure timely conduct of voting. However, many personnel alleged that basic amenities such as bedding, clean drinking water, and food arrangements were either insufficient or entirely absent. Night Spent on School Benches At the Government Hindi Middle School in Tharpakhna (Ward No. 18), polling staff and security personnel reportedly faced severe inconvenience. According to officials dep...
Jail Warder Dies After Illness in Mirzapur; Wife Alleges Leave for Treatment Was Denied
State, Uttar Pradesh

Jail Warder Dies After Illness in Mirzapur; Wife Alleges Leave for Treatment Was Denied

Mirzapur, February 23, 2026: A 45-year-old jail warder posted at the district prison in Mirzapur died on Sunday following a brief illness, sparking allegations from his family that he was denied leave for medical treatment. Jail authorities, however, have rejected the claims. The deceased, identified as Anand Shukla, was originally a resident of Harn village in Khetasarai, Jaunpur district. He had been serving at the Mirzapur District Jail for the past six months. Health Deteriorated Suddenly According to his wife, Preeti Shukla, Anand had been unwell for the past three days and was experiencing tingling sensations in his legs. On Sunday evening around 7 pm, his condition reportedly worsened suddenly. He was initially treated by the prison doctor. As his condition failed to imp...
Bride Arrives in Wedding Attire for Anganwadi Interview in Agra; Groom Says, “I Will Fulfil Every Dream of My Wife”
State, Uttar Pradesh

Bride Arrives in Wedding Attire for Anganwadi Interview in Agra; Groom Says, “I Will Fulfil Every Dream of My Wife”

Agra, February 23, 2026: In a heartwarming incident that has captured public attention, a newlywed bride arrived at the Vikas Bhawan in Agra in her wedding attire to attend an Anganwadi recruitment interview—just hours after completing her marriage rituals. The unusual yet inspiring scene left onlookers surprised as the bride, Anisha, walked into the government office dressed in her bridal outfit to complete document verification for the post of Anganwadi Assistant under the Child Development Department. Call Came a Day Before the Wedding Anisha, a resident of Ladukheda village, had applied for the Anganwadi Assistant position before her wedding. On the day of her marriage, she received a phone call informing her to report for document verification at Vikas Bhawan in Sanjay Place ...
Akhilesh Yadav Says ‘Should Have Sent Him to Jail’; Regrets Withdrawing 420 Case Against Jagadguru Rambhadracharya
Politics, State, Uttar Pradesh

Akhilesh Yadav Says ‘Should Have Sent Him to Jail’; Regrets Withdrawing 420 Case Against Jagadguru Rambhadracharya

Lucknow, February 23, 2026: In a sharp political statement that has stirred fresh controversy in Uttar Pradesh, Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav on Sunday said it was a “mistake” to withdraw a Section 420 case earlier registered against Jagadguru Rambhadracharya, adding that he “should have been sent to jail.” Addressing the media in Lucknow, Yadav launched a direct attack not only on the seer but also on Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, accusing the state government of selective targeting and political vendetta. Support for Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati The SP president expressed solidarity with Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati, claiming that the seer had been made to sit on protest for days in Prayagraj during extreme winter conditions. “In our Sanatan traditio...
Jharkhand Civic Polls: Voters Can Cast Ballots Without Voter ID; 12 Alternate Documents Approved
Jharkhand, Politics, State

Jharkhand Civic Polls: Voters Can Cast Ballots Without Voter ID; 12 Alternate Documents Approved

Ranchi, February 23, 2026: In a significant relief to voters participating in the ongoing municipal elections across Jharkhand, the State Election Commission has clarified that citizens can exercise their franchise even if they do not possess their Voter ID card on polling day. To ensure smooth and inclusive voting, the Commission has approved 12 alternative photo identity documents that will be accepted as valid proof of identity at polling booths. 12 Approved Identity Documents The Election Commission has recognized the following photo-bearing documents for voter verification: Voter ID Card issued by the Election Commission of India Photo Voter Slip issued by the electoral authorities Aadhaar Card issued by UIDAI PAN Card issued by the Income Tax Department Valid...
Civil Services Aspirant Found Murdered in Etawah, Body Dumped on Railway Track
State, Uttar Pradesh

Civil Services Aspirant Found Murdered in Etawah, Body Dumped on Railway Track

Etawah, Uttar Pradesh: In a shocking incident, the body of a young civil services aspirant was found bound in a sack on the DFC railway track in Etawah. Police have taken the body into custody and launched a manhunt for the killers. Victim Details The deceased has been identified as Manish Kumar (23), son of Rajveer Singh, a resident of Bandhara village, Bharathna police station area. Manish was preparing for civil services exams and used to travel 20 km daily from his village to attend coaching classes in Etawah. According to family members, Manish left for coaching on Wednesday but never reached the center nor returned home. Despite searching from the village to Etawah, no trace of him was found. It is believed that he was kidnapped, murdered, and his body dumped in a sack on th...
Weather Update for February 22, 2026: Dry Skies, No Alerts, but Rapid Change Expected in Madhya Pradesh
Madhya Pradesh, State

Weather Update for February 22, 2026: Dry Skies, No Alerts, but Rapid Change Expected in Madhya Pradesh

Bhopal: Madhya Pradesh is set to experience stable weather conditions on February 22, 2026, with no major weather systems or alerts. However, meteorologists predict that the state’s weather may change rapidly over the next 48 hours, with temperatures rising and isolated light showers possible in some districts. Rainfall in the Last 24 Hours According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), rainfall was recorded in 21 districts over the past 24 hours. The heaviest rainfall occurred in Khachrod and Khargone, where precipitation exceeded half an inch. Other districts reporting rainfall include Ratlam, Ujjain, Agar, Shajapur, Dewas, Jhabua, Dhar, Barwani, Khandwa, Indore, Sehore, Rajgarh, Bhopal, Raisen, Vidisha, Sagar, Damoh, Jabalpur, Chhatarpur, and Panna. Some areas in Agar,...
Weather Update for February 22, 2026: Dry Skies, No Alerts, but Rapid Change Expected in Madhya Pradesh
Madhya Pradesh, State

Weather Update for February 22, 2026: Dry Skies, No Alerts, but Rapid Change Expected in Madhya Pradesh

Bhopal: Madhya Pradesh is set to experience stable weather conditions on February 22, 2026, with no major weather systems or alerts. However, meteorologists predict that the state’s weather may change rapidly over the next 48 hours, with temperatures rising and isolated light showers possible in some districts. Rainfall in the Last 24 Hours According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), rainfall was recorded in 21 districts over the past 24 hours. The heaviest rainfall occurred in Khachrod and Khargone, where precipitation exceeded half an inch. Other districts reporting rainfall include Ratlam, Ujjain, Agar, Shajapur, Dewas, Jhabua, Dhar, Barwani, Khandwa, Indore, Sehore, Rajgarh, Bhopal, Raisen, Vidisha, Sagar, Damoh, Jabalpur, Chhatarpur, and Panna. Some areas in Agar,...