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CBI Registers Fresh Case in Ankita Bhandari Murder; Probe to Focus on Alleged VIP Angle

3Feb

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State, Uttarakhand

CBI Registers Fresh Case in Ankita Bhandari Murder; Probe to Focus on Alleged VIP Angle

Dehradun:The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has formally registered a fresh case in connection with the Ankita Bhandari murder and initiated a comprehensive investigation, with a renewed focus on the alleged VIP angle that has kept the case in the national spotlight. The move follows the Uttarakhand government’s recommendation, approved earlier this year by Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, to hand over the high-profile case to the CBI amid sustained public pressure and persistent demands from Ankita’s family for an impartial probe. According to officials, the case has been re-registered by the CBI’s Delhi Special Crime Branch (Branch-2), marking the beginning of a fresh investigation into the circumstances surrounding the 19-year-old woman’s death. Ankita’s parents have exp...

Bihar Strongman MLA Anant Singh to Take Oath Today; Will Be Brought from Jail to Assembly Under Tight Security

3Feb

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Bihar, Politics, State

Bihar Strongman MLA Anant Singh to Take Oath Today; Will Be Brought from Jail to Assembly Under Tight Security

Patna:Noted Bihar strongman and Janata Dal (United) MLA Anant Singh will take oath as a member of the Bihar Legislative Assembly on Tuesday. Following permission granted by the Patna Civil Court, Singh will be brought from Beur Central Jail to the Assembly under heavy security arrangements. Immediately after the oath-taking ceremony, he will be sent back to judicial custody. Anant Singh, popularly known as “Chhote Sarkar,” is currently lodged in jail in connection with the Dular Chand Yadav murder case, in which he has not been granted bail. He has been allowed to step out of jail solely for the purpose of taking the oath and will not be permitted to participate in any other Assembly proceedings. With his oath, all 243 members of the Bihar Assembly will have completed the mandatory s...

Teacher Returns Home to Find Son’s Body Hidden in Trunk; Father on the Run in Firozabad

3Feb

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Teacher Returns Home to Find Son’s Body Hidden in Trunk; Father on the Run in Firozabad

Firozabad (Uttar Pradesh):A chilling case of filicide has shocked Nagmala Mavasi village in Makkhanpur area of Firozabad, where a man allegedly murdered his 12-year-old son with a sharp weapon, concealed the body inside a trunk, and fled the scene. Police have launched a manhunt to trace the accused father. According to the police, the accused has been identified as Rajesh Kumar, while the victim was his minor son Mayank. Rajesh’s wife, Urmila Sargava, is a schoolteacher. Horror Unfolds After Mother Returns from School On Monday morning, Urmila left for school as usual. When she returned home later in the day, she was horrified to find blood splattered across the house. Alarmed, she raised an outcry, drawing neighbours to the spot. Locals noticed blood oozing from a trunk kept ...

Two Suspects Spotted in Army-Style Uniforms Near MES Building in Samba; Area Sealed, Security on High Alert in J&K

3Feb

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jammu and kashmir, State

Two Suspects Spotted in Army-Style Uniforms Near MES Building in Samba; Area Sealed, Security on High Alert in J&K

Srinagar:Security agencies in Jammu and Kashmir were placed on high alert after two suspicious individuals wearing army-style uniforms were spotted near a Military Engineering Services (MES) building in the Samba district, prompting an immediate cordon-and-search operation. According to officials, the incident occurred near the MES premises in the Bari Brahmana area, where local residents noticed the suspicious movement and promptly alerted the authorities. Acting on the tip-off, Army personnel swiftly sealed the area and launched a thorough search operation to rule out any security threat. Movement Restricted, Search Operation Underway Security forces restricted civilian movement in and around the MES complex as a precautionary measure. Additional forces were deployed, and a deta...

Sunny Deol Superfan Tea Seller Buys Entire Show of ‘Border 2’ for His Neighbourhood in Madhya Pradesh

3Feb

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Madhya Pradesh, State

Sunny Deol Superfan Tea Seller Buys Entire Show of ‘Border 2’ for His Neighbourhood in Madhya Pradesh

Khargone (Madhya Pradesh):In an inspiring display of passion and patriotism, Vijay Verma, a tea seller from Kasrawad town in Khargone district, won hearts by booking an entire cinema show of Sunny Deol–starrer ‘Border 2’ and treating people from his neighbourhood to the film—entirely at his own expense. Vijay, who runs a modest tea stall near the new bus stand, is a die-hard fan of patriotic films, particularly those featuring Sunny Deol. Despite his limited income, his love for cinema and nationalism has turned him into a local icon. Tiranga Rally Before the Movie Show Before the screening, Vijay organised a tricolour rally, gathering youths and residents and marching them to the theatre amid patriotic slogans and high spirits. The procession created a festive, nationalistic atmo...

Over 4 Kg of Gold Stolen from PNB Branch in Rajasthan; Fake Jewellery Planted to Avoid Detection

3Feb

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Rajasthan, State

Over 4 Kg of Gold Stolen from PNB Branch in Rajasthan; Fake Jewellery Planted to Avoid Detection

Jhunjhunu (Rajasthan):A sensational case of criminal breach of trust has come to light at a Punjab National Bank (PNB) branch in Nawalgarh town of Jhunjhunu district, where more than 4.2 kilograms of gold jewellery, valued at approximately ₹6.5 crore, was allegedly stolen from the bank’s strong room. In an attempt to conceal the crime, the accused reportedly replaced genuine gold ornaments with fake jewellery, but were eventually exposed during an internal audit. According to the police and bank officials, the theft involved gold ornaments pledged by customers against gold loans, stored in the strong room’s gold safe. Out of 76 packets of gold jewellery, 73 packets were found containing fake ornaments, while three packets showed a shortage in weight. A total of 4,198 grams of gold was f...

Bihar Congress Launches ‘Talent Hunt’ to Recruit Spokespersons, Researchers and Publicity Coordinators

3Feb

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Bihar, State

Bihar Congress Launches ‘Talent Hunt’ to Recruit Spokespersons, Researchers and Publicity Coordinators

Patna:In an effort to strengthen its organisational structure and connect with young and skilled professionals, the Bihar Pradesh Congress Committee (BPCC) has launched a ‘Talent Hunt Programme’ to recruit new faces for key roles within the party. The initiative aims to build a strong team of spokespersons, publicity coordinators and researchers across the state. Announcing the programme on Monday, Bihar Congress president Rajesh Ram said that a dedicated selection panel has been constituted to identify suitable candidates in a transparent and merit-based manner. “Any individual who believes in the ideology of the Congress party and remains connected with the common people can participate in this programme. The selection process will be fair and transparent,” Rajesh Ram said. Focu...

11-Year-Old Boy Foils Kidnapping Attempt in Lucknow With Presence of Mind

3Feb

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State, Uttar Pradesh

11-Year-Old Boy Foils Kidnapping Attempt in Lucknow With Presence of Mind

Lucknow:An 11-year-old boy narrowly escaped a kidnapping attempt after displaying remarkable presence of mind and courage in Lucknow’s Krishna Nagar area on Sunday evening. The incident took place in Pandit Kheda Dwarkapuri Colony, where two masked bike-borne assailants allegedly tried to abduct the child. The victim, Evan Sharma, a Class IV student of Kendriya Vidyalaya located in the RDSO Railway Colony, Mankapur, was returning home around 6:30 pm after buying a pencil from a nearby shop when the incident occurred. According to Evan, the area was relatively deserted when two masked men on a black Splendor motorcycle stopped near him and offered to drop him home. When the child refused, one of the assailants got off the bike and forcibly grabbed him. As Evan tried to raise an alarm,...

Land Acquisition Process Begins for New Noida; Rates Proposed for 80 Villages

3Feb

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Land Acquisition Process Begins for New Noida; Rates Proposed for 80 Villages

Noida:The groundwork for the development of New Noida City has formally begun, with the Noida Authority initiating the process of land acquisition across 80 villages located in Dadri and Bulandshahr districts. Following the preparation of land rates, the proposal has been sent to the Uttar Pradesh government for approval. Once clearance is granted, the acquisition process will move forward. According to the proposal, land will be purchased directly from farmers at a rate of ₹5,600 per square metre. The plan aims to develop the Dadri–Noida–Ghaziabad Special Investment Region, popularly referred to as New Noida, keeping in view the region’s rapidly growing population and expanding commercial activities. Strategic Importance of New Noida The proposed New Noida City holds strategic im...

From Raag Bhairav at Dawn to Bengali Melodies at Dusk: Lucknow’s Musical Evening Enchants All

2Feb

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State, Uttar Pradesh

From Raag Bhairav at Dawn to Bengali Melodies at Dusk: Lucknow’s Musical Evening Enchants All

Lucknow, Feb 2:Lucknow came alive with music and culture on Sunday as the “Sahartakda Festival” at Raja Rampal Singh Park in Kaiserbagh captivated attendees from dawn till dusk. The event showcased the city’s deep-rooted connection with classical music, blending the serenity of nature with the magic of melodies. The early morning session, held as the first light of day touched the city and birds chirped in harmony, featured Ustad Irfan Mohammad Khan from the Shahjahanpur gharana on sarod, and Ustad Ilmas Hussain Khan from the Lucknow gharana on tabla. The duo enthralled the audience with a soulful rendition of Raag Bhairav, creating an atmosphere of pure enchantment. Music Beyond Bricks and StonesThe program opened with remarks from Prof. Mandavi Singh, Vice-Chancellor of Bhatkhande ...