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Congress Criticizes Centre for Lack of Coordination in Policy-Making Ahead of Budget

31Jan

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DELHI (national capital territory), State

Congress Criticizes Centre for Lack of Coordination in Policy-Making Ahead of Budget

New Delhi, Jan 31: The Congress party on Saturday targeted the central government, accusing it of a lack of coordination in policy-making just days ahead of the presentation of the Union Budget. Party leaders raised concerns over whether key budget figures could be revised immediately after their release, given that new series of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and Consumer Price Index (CPI) data are scheduled to be published shortly after the budget presentation. Congress communication chief and general secretary Jairam Ramesh highlighted the timing of the issue, noting that the Union Budget for the financial year 2026-27 is scheduled to be presented on Sunday, February 1. He questioned the rationale behind presenting budget estimates without first integrating the updated macroeconomic da...

Ranchi Traffic Police Cracks Down on Modified Silencers and Pressure Horns, Destroys 700 Devices

31Jan

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Jharkhand, State

Ranchi Traffic Police Cracks Down on Modified Silencers and Pressure Horns, Destroys 700 Devices

Ranchi, Jan 31: In a major crackdown on traffic violations, Ranchi Traffic Police have seized and destroyed over 700 modified silencers and pressure horns installed in motorcycles and cars, officials said on Saturday. The action was part of a special campaign against vehicles creating excessive noise and violating traffic regulations. During the operation, approximately 500 modified silencers and over 250 pressure horns were confiscated and completely destroyed using a bulldozer at the Ranchi Police Lines. The campaign also resulted in fines and challans issued to more than 700 vehicle owners for violating traffic rules. Traffic rules violation and public nuisance According to Ranchi Traffic SP Rakesh Singh, installing modified silencers or pressure horns on vehicles is a clear vi...

Assets Worth Over ₹5.77 Crore Seized from Accused in Illegal Cough Syrup Case

31Jan

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Maharashtra, State

Assets Worth Over ₹5.77 Crore Seized from Accused in Illegal Cough Syrup Case

Varanasi/Sonbhadra, Jan 31: Police in Sonbhadra district have seized assets worth more than ₹5.77 crore from Bhola Jaiswal and his family in connection with an illegal narcotic cough syrup case, officials said on Saturday. Superintendent of Police (SP) Abhishek Verma stated that under the case registered at Robertsganj Police Station, authorities confiscated seven immovable properties worth ₹4.55 crore located in the Madauli, Bharalai, and Jagdishpur areas of Varanasi, along with four vehicles valued at ₹51.16 lakh. In addition, bank deposits totaling ₹70,99,228 were also attached. The combined value of the movable and immovable properties seized has been calculated at ₹5,77,17,990, marking a significant step in curbing the illegal trade of narcotic substances. Authorities have em...

Shirsat Expresses Regret Over Haste in Sunetra Pawar’s Swearing-In

31Jan

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Maharashtra, State

Shirsat Expresses Regret Over Haste in Sunetra Pawar’s Swearing-In

Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Jan 31: Maharashtra Minister and Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Shirsat expressed regret on Saturday over the swearing-in ceremony of newly appointed Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar, saying it should have been postponed in light of the tragic circumstances surrounding it. Shirsat remarked that the ceremony, held just a few days after the death of Ajit Pawar in a plane accident on January 28, reflected an unfortunate haste. “This event demonstrates that sometimes a position of power is being treated as more important than human life,” he said. The minister further alleged that the rush to administer the oath appears to be driven by internal politics within the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP). He suggested that a more thoughtful and respectful timing would have...

Madhya Pradesh High Court Quashes FIR Against Advocate Over Photograph of Woman Drinking Juice

31Jan

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Madhya Pradesh, State

Madhya Pradesh High Court Quashes FIR Against Advocate Over Photograph of Woman Drinking Juice

Jabalpur, Jan 31: The Madhya Pradesh High Court has quashed an FIR registered under Section 509 of the IPC against advocate Subhash Tiwari, ruling that merely taking a photograph of a woman in public does not constitute an offense under the law. The single-judge bench, presided over by Justice Himanshu Joshi, held that turning a legal dispute into a personal vendetta through criminal complaints undermines the spirit of the law. The case arose after a woman alleged that Advocate Tiwari had taken her photograph while she was drinking juice in a market and threatened to defame her. The FIR was filed nearly five months after the alleged incident, which reportedly took place on May 31, 2024. FIR Filed with Malicious Intent In his petition, Advocate Tiwari argued that the FIR was malici...

RJD Demands CBI Probe Under Judicial Supervision in Patna Girls’ Hostel Student Death Case

31Jan

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Bihar, Politics, State

RJD Demands CBI Probe Under Judicial Supervision in Patna Girls’ Hostel Student Death Case

Patna, Jan 31: The Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) has demanded that the suspicious death of a NEET aspirant staying at Shambhu Girls’ Hostel in Patna be investigated by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) under the supervision of a Supreme Court or High Court judge. The Bihar government has already recommended a CBI inquiry into the case, a move welcomed by both the BJP and JDU. The incident has sparked widespread concern and protests, with local residents and student groups calling for a transparent and impartial investigation. RJD spokesperson Ejaz Ahmed raised questions about the performance of the Bihar Police and the Special Investigation Team (SIT), stating that 18 days have passed without any substantial progress in the case. Ahmed criticized the authorities for declaring the c...

UP CM Yogi Adityanath Renames Two Villages: Hajipur Becomes Siyarampur, Urmura Kirar Now Harinagar

31Jan

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State, Uttar Pradesh

UP CM Yogi Adityanath Renames Two Villages: Hajipur Becomes Siyarampur, Urmura Kirar Now Harinagar

Lucknow, Jan 31: In a recent administrative move, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has officially renamed two villages in the state. The village of Hajipur in Bharawan block, Hardoi district will now be known as Siyarampur, while Urmura Kirar, located in Shikohabad tehsil of Firozabad district, will be renamed Harinagar. The decision follows long-standing requests from local residents and representatives who had sought the renaming of their villages. In Hardoi, the village of Hajipur, part of Bharawan development block, has been officially rechristened Siyarampur. Residents and panchayat leaders expressed satisfaction over the state government’s approval of the new name, which they say better reflects local identity and cultural heritage. Similarly, in Firozabad district,...

Scientific Study Underway to Free Jaipur’s Three Major Dams from Water Pollution

31Jan

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Rajasthan, State

Scientific Study Underway to Free Jaipur’s Three Major Dams from Water Pollution

Jaipur (Rajasthan), Jan 31: In a significant step towards environmental conservation, authorities in Jaipur have initiated a comprehensive scientific study of the city’s three major dams—Kanota, Chandlai, and Nevta—to assess ways to make them free from water pollution and evaluate their long-term potential for conservation and development. Officials confirmed the details on Saturday. The study is being conducted by experts from a central government-authorized agency, who are employing advanced scientific methods to examine the water quality, ecosystem health, and structural integrity of the dams. The assessment aims not only to address the pressing issue of pollution but also to explore sustainable measures for maintaining the dams for years to come. Officials stated that upon comple...

All Construction Work at Ram Temple in Ayodhya Expected to Be Completed by April 30: Nripendra Mishra

31Jan

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State, Uttar Pradesh

All Construction Work at Ram Temple in Ayodhya Expected to Be Completed by April 30: Nripendra Mishra

Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh), Jan 31: The construction of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya is expected to be fully completed by April 30, according to Nripendra Mishra, Chairman of the Ram Temple Construction Committee. Mishra made the announcement on Saturday, providing an update on the progress of the ambitious project that has captured nationwide attention. Speaking to reporters, Mishra said that the temple construction is progressing steadily and all major works, including the sanctum sanctorum and intricate carvings, are on track for completion within the stipulated timeline. He added that the project has been executed with meticulous planning and modern engineering techniques to ensure both speed and quality. The total estimated cost of the Ram Temple project stands at approximately ₹1,900...

Row Erupts Over Painting 852 Punjab Schools in Blue and Yellow; Opposition Claims Political Motive

31Jan

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PUNJAB AND HARYANA, State

Row Erupts Over Painting 852 Punjab Schools in Blue and Yellow; Opposition Claims Political Motive

Chandigarh, Jan 31: A controversy has erupted in Punjab over the state government’s plan to paint 852 government schools in blue and yellow. Opposition parties, particularly the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD), have alleged that the colors mirror the flag of the ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), accusing the government of politicizing school infrastructure. The order to repaint the schools was issued by the Punjab government on December 22. The first phase of the project covers schools across 23 districts, with a total budget allocation of ₹17.44 crore. According to officials, 102 schools in Sangrur, Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann’s home district, will be repainted, along with 37 schools in Ropar, 84 in Amritsar, and 70 in Ludhiana. Opposition Criticism:SAD leader Giani Harpreet Singh criticized...