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Badaun Man Commits Suicide During Sister-in-Law’s Wedding; Police Investigating
State, Uttar Pradesh

Badaun Man Commits Suicide During Sister-in-Law’s Wedding; Police Investigating

Badaun, UP: A tragic incident overshadowed the wedding festivities in Badaun when a man, Akash (28), committed suicide during his sister-in-law’s wedding. The incident occurred in the early hours of Saturday in a forested area near the village of Utarna, under Moosajhag Police Station. Police are investigating the circumstances that led to the suicide. Incident DetailsAkash, a resident of Jaitipur village, Shahjahanpur, had arrived at his in-laws’ home in Badaun several days prior, along with his family and children, to attend the wedding of his sister-in-law, Neeraj, daughter of Kunwarpal. On the night of 20 February, during the Jaimala ceremony, Akash was reportedly seen consuming alcohol. Shortly afterward, he went missing, prompting family members to search for him. A local passe...
Action Initiated in Kushinagar After Board Exam Halt for 700 Students; Clerk Booked
State, Uttar Pradesh

Action Initiated in Kushinagar After Board Exam Halt for 700 Students; Clerk Booked

Kushinagar, UP: Authorities have initiated action following the suspension of board examinations for 700 students of Goswami Tulsidas Inter College in Kushinagar. A case has been registered against clerk Gyan Prakash Pathak under serious sections, and an investigation is underway. Allegations and IrregularitiesApproximately 700 students from the correspondence program at the college in Padrauna Nagar had applied for the board exams. Preliminary investigation revealed serious procedural lapses: certificates were signed by clerk Gyan Prakash Pathak instead of the designated nodal officer, violating exam regulations. As a result, the students’ exam forms were canceled due to non-payment of exam fees, leaving them unable to appear for exams and effectively wasting an academic year. Paren...
Moradabad Couple Marries Across Religious Lines During Ramadan, Bride Seeks Police Protection
State, Uttar Pradesh

Moradabad Couple Marries Across Religious Lines During Ramadan, Bride Seeks Police Protection

Moradabad, UP: A unique interfaith marriage in Moradabad has captured widespread attention. Muntareen, a Muslim woman, observed her fast during Ramadan and married her long-time Hindu boyfriend, Ajay, following Hindu wedding rituals. She broke her fast by drinking Ganga water immediately after the wedding. Marriage and Police InvolvementThe couple, hailing from Sunai village under Billari Police Station, had been in a relationship for several years. Muntareen’s family opposed the union because Ajay is Hindu. On Friday, she left home during the fast and performed seven pheras with Ajay at a temple. After the wedding, Muntareen, now going by the name Muskan, appeared before SSP Satpal Antil, requesting protection, citing threats from her family. The SSP instructed the local police to inve...
Shocking Numbers: Over 130 Women and Girls Go Missing Daily in Madhya Pradesh
Madhya Pradesh, State

Shocking Numbers: Over 130 Women and Girls Go Missing Daily in Madhya Pradesh

Bhopal, MP: Madhya Pradesh is facing a worrying crisis concerning the safety of women and girls. According to official data presented in the state assembly, an average of 130 women and girls go missing every day in the state. Between 2020 and 28 January 2026, a total of 274,311 cases of missing women and girls were reported. Tracking the NumbersChief Minister Mohan Yadav, in a written response to the assembly, stated that of these cases, 235,977 women have been traced, while 68,334 remain unaccounted for. On average, more than 45,000 women go missing each year, equating to roughly 3,700 per month and 130 per day. The trend has been consistent over the past six years, with the numbers rising from over 30,000 in 2020 to more than 40,000 in 2023. Early 2026 reports indicate that over 1,000...
Faridabad Woman Shot Dead Over Marital Dispute, Husband on the Run
PUNJAB AND HARYANA, State

Faridabad Woman Shot Dead Over Marital Dispute, Husband on the Run

Faridabad, Haryana: A shocking incident unfolded in Shiv Enclave, Faridabad, on Friday evening, when a 32-year-old woman was shot dead by her husband over an ongoing marital dispute. The victim, identified as Sangeeta, had been living separately from her husband with her parents and children due to ongoing disagreements. Incident DetailsAccording to police, the incident occurred around 8 PM in Sunlight Colony, Basantpur village. The accused, Dilip Yadav, along with his brother-in-law and other family members, visited his in-laws’ residence but did not find Sangeeta there. As they were leaving, they reportedly saw her approaching. A verbal argument ensued between the parties, during which Dilip allegedly shot Sangeeta. She was pronounced dead on the spot outside her home. Background o...
Bihar’s Largest Greenfield International Airport to Come Up at Dariyapur Chanvar, Sonpur
Bihar, State

Bihar’s Largest Greenfield International Airport to Come Up at Dariyapur Chanvar, Sonpur

Patna, Bihar: Bihar is set to get its first greenfield international airport in Sonpur, Saran district (near Chapra), with the state government approving ₹1,302 crore for land acquisition. Spread over 4,200 acres, the airport is expected to be operational by 2030 and will be capable of handling large aircraft such as the Airbus A380. Location and Land AcquisitionThe airport will be developed in the Dariyapur Chanvar area, located between Hajipur and Dumaria. The allocated land ensures ample space for future expansion and the construction of a world-class airport terminal. The project aims to bridge the connectivity gap between Patna and North Bihar, situated just across the Ganga River, where the development of sufficient bridges will further enhance accessibility. Why Sonpur Airport...
Ghazipur Man Appears on Cot in Court, Sent to Jail Despite Health Claims
State, Uttar Pradesh

Ghazipur Man Appears on Cot in Court, Sent to Jail Despite Health Claims

Ghazipur, UP: In a bizarre incident at the ACJM Court in Ghazipur, Uttar Pradesh, a 70-year-old accused appeared for his hearing while lying on a cot, claiming to be paralyzed and unwell. Despite his condition, the court ordered him to serve a three-month jail sentence. Case BackgroundThe case is related to a bounced cheque. Ramdarsh Yadav, the accused, had borrowed ₹9 lakh from Ajit Ram for business purposes. To repay the loan, Yadav issued a cheque, which bounced. When he failed to repay the loan, the complainant filed a case in court. Earlier, the ACJM Court had sentenced Yadav to three months in jail along with an order to repay the loan with interest. Yadav challenged the ruling in the High Court, which instructed him to surrender in the lower court. Drama in CourtOn his sche...
BJP Adopts ‘New Look’ with Din Dayal Upadhyay Training Campaign, Gets ‘Winning Mantra’ from Varanasi
Bihar, Politics, State

BJP Adopts ‘New Look’ with Din Dayal Upadhyay Training Campaign, Gets ‘Winning Mantra’ from Varanasi

Patna/Varanasi: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is gearing up to reach out to the grassroots with a refreshed approach as it launches the Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay Training Campaign in Bihar. The initiative, conceived in Varanasi, aims to strengthen party ideology and operational skills while equipping leaders with a ‘winning mantra’ ahead of upcoming political challenges. BJP’s ‘New Look’ in BiharThe Bihar unit of BJP intends to present itself in a renewed avatar, focusing on a deeper engagement with citizens. Termed a step toward “pure saffronisation,” the training campaign seeks to impart new political lessons and strengthen the party’s presence at every organizational level. Leaders from Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, and Uttarakhand attended the Varanasi program, pledging to expand the cam...
Heavy Clashes in Indore as BJP-YUVA and Congress Workers Clash Over AI Summit Protest
Madhya Pradesh, State

Heavy Clashes in Indore as BJP-YUVA and Congress Workers Clash Over AI Summit Protest

Indore: A violent clash broke out on Saturday outside the Gandhi Bhavan, the Congress office in Indore, between Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha (BJYM) and Congress workers. The confrontation occurred when BJYM activists arrived to protest against Congress’s semi-nude demonstration during the AI Impact Summit in Delhi. What began as slogans quickly escalated into stone-pelting, leaving police personnel and two journalists injured. Situation Escalates Outside Congress OfficeTensions flared when BJYM members reached Gandhi Bhavan as part of a planned demonstration. Both groups soon came face-to-face. What started with slogan-chanting turned into scuffles and stone-throwing. Police intervened, using water cannons to disperse the crowd. Protest Linked to AI Impact SummitAccording to reports,...
MP Board Exams Start Amid Dripping Roofs, Students Forced to Sit on Mats in Rain
Madhya Pradesh, State

MP Board Exams Start Amid Dripping Roofs, Students Forced to Sit on Mats in Rain

Shajapur, Madhya Pradesh: The first day of the 2026 board exams for Classes 5 and 8 in Shajapur district exposed severe negligence by the education department. At the government secondary school in Piplia Gopal village, students had to sit on thin mats while attempting the Hindi paper as rainwater leaked through the school’s damaged roof. Students Drenched During Exams Around 144 students were taking the Hindi exam when the heavy rain caused water to drip onto them. Buckets and mugs were placed in an attempt to control the leakage, but the mats and floor became wet, soaking the students’ clothes. The exam was scheduled from 2 PM to 5 PM. This same school had been in the news just three days ago for forcing students to clean the toilets, highlighting ongoing issues with infrastruct...