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Who Will Inherit Ajit Pawar’s Political Power? Silence in Pawar Family, Intense Churn Within NCP
Maharashtra, Politics, State

Who Will Inherit Ajit Pawar’s Political Power? Silence in Pawar Family, Intense Churn Within NCP

The sudden demise of senior Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader Ajit Pawar has plunged Maharashtra’s political landscape into deep uncertainty. While the Pawar family has maintained a studied silence, intense deliberations are reportedly underway within the party and the ruling Mahayuti alliance over the question of political succession. The development comes at a crucial juncture, as talks regarding the merger of the two NCP factions were nearing a decisive stage. Ajit Pawar was widely believed to be preparing an official announcement on the unification of the party following the district council election results expected in early February. According to party insiders, the sudden turn of events has forced the leadership to temporarily put the merger process on hold. Merger Ta...
Five Times in 25 Years When Nitish Kumar Lost His Cool From the ‘Son-in-Law’ Remark to Media Row
Bihar, Politics, State

Five Times in 25 Years When Nitish Kumar Lost His Cool From the ‘Son-in-Law’ Remark to Media Row

Known for his calm demeanour and restrained public conduct, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has rarely displayed anger in public. However, over the past 25 years, there have been at least five notable occasions when the veteran leader appeared visibly upset — mostly over media reports and political interpretations of his statements. One such moment has resurfaced in public memory after a 2003 video from Parliament went viral on social media. At the time, Nitish Kumar was not the Chief Minister of Bihar but the Union Railway Minister in the Atal Bihari Vajpayee government. On December 15, 2003, he expressed strong displeasure on the floor of the Lok Sabha over what he termed an “incorrect and irresponsible newspaper report.” Visibly angry, Kumar told Parliament that a newspaper h...
Political Storm in Assam After CM Himanta Biswa Sarma’s Remarks on ‘Miya’ Muslims and Form-7
Assam, Politics, State

Political Storm in Assam After CM Himanta Biswa Sarma’s Remarks on ‘Miya’ Muslims and Form-7

A major political controversy has erupted in Assam following strong remarks made by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma regarding the ongoing Special Revision (SR) of the electoral rolls in the state. Addressing party workers, the Chief Minister stated that he had asked BJP cadres to submit Form-7 applications—used for deletion of names from voter lists—against members of the “Miya” community. He claimed that nearly five lakh names would be removed from the electoral rolls during the revision process. The statement has triggered sharp reactions from opposition parties, particularly the Congress, which has accused the ruling BJP of misusing the voter list revision mechanism for political purposes. During his remarks, Sarma alleged that a section of the “Miya” population consisted of...
Amit Shah Lays Foundation Stone of New Assam Assembly in Dibrugarh, Launches Sharp Attack on Congress
Assam, Politics, State

Amit Shah Lays Foundation Stone of New Assam Assembly in Dibrugarh, Launches Sharp Attack on Congress

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday laid the foundation stone of Assam’s second Legislative Assembly building in Dibrugarh, marking a major step toward administrative decentralisation in the state. Addressing a large public gathering, Shah strongly targeted the Congress, accusing it of making announcements without delivery during its years in power. Calling Dibrugarh the “identity of Assam,” Shah said the city had carried the fragrance of Assam tea to the entire nation and the world. “Today, the tea capital of Assam is receiving a new economic and administrative strength,” he said. Praising Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, the Home Minister reminded the audience that the announcement for the new Assembly building had been made earlier by the Chief Minister and was now being fu...
Who Was Sadhvi Prem Baisa? The Life Story Behind a Mysterious Death That Moved the Nation
Rajasthan, State

Who Was Sadhvi Prem Baisa? The Life Story Behind a Mysterious Death That Moved the Nation

The sudden and mysterious death of Sadhvi Prem Baisa, a young spiritual leader from Rajasthan, has left the nation in shock. Revered by her followers as the “Modern Meera,” the 25-year-old sadhvi’s passing has raised serious questions after her death allegedly occurred following an injection, followed by a cryptic Instagram post believed to be a suicide note. Born around 2000–2001 in Chhoti Dhanari village of Jodhpur district—now known as Krishna Nagar—Prem Baisa belonged to a Rathore Rajput family. Her father, Devisingh Rathore, was not only her parent but also her spiritual guide. From an early age, she displayed deep inclination toward devotion and spiritual practices rather than material comforts. While most girls her age pursued careers and worldly ambitions, Prem Baisa immersed...
Indore Engineer Arrested for Sending Obscene Letters After Marriage Proposal Was Rejected
Madhya Pradesh, State

Indore Engineer Arrested for Sending Obscene Letters After Marriage Proposal Was Rejected

The Indore Crime Branch has arrested an engineer for allegedly harassing a young woman and her family by sending obscene letters and nude photographs after his marriage proposal was rejected. The accused has been identified as Ayush Agnihotri, a resident of the Annapurna area of Indore. Police said he had been continuously troubling the victim and her relatives for the past seven months, causing severe mental distress to the family. According to investigators, Agnihotri had developed contact with the woman through a matrimonial website. Marriage talks were initiated, but the woman’s family later refused the proposal. Following the rejection, the accused allegedly began a campaign of harassment. Police stated that the accused sent letters containing abusive and obscene language to ...
Sheopur Head Constable Goes Missing; Bike Found on Highway, Mother Levels Serious Allegations Against TI
Madhya Pradesh, State

Sheopur Head Constable Goes Missing; Bike Found on Highway, Mother Levels Serious Allegations Against TI

A mystery has deepened in Madhya Pradesh’s Sheopur district after Head Constable Vijay Jadoun, posted at Karahal Police Station, went missing under suspicious circumstances. His motorcycle was found abandoned on a highway near a forest area, triggering concerns within the police department and his family. According to officials, Vijay Jadoun has been untraceable since Wednesday night. The discovery of his bullet motorcycle in a jungle-adjacent area raised fears of a possible untoward incident. Following the incident, Sheopur Superintendent of Police Sudhir Agrawal constituted a special search team to locate the missing officer. However, even after more than 36 hours, no concrete leads have emerged, intensifying anxiety among his relatives. Police sources said efforts are underway ...
Indore Woman Accused of Duping Bihar Traders of Rs 85 Lakh in Digital Gold Investment Scam
Bihar, State

Indore Woman Accused of Duping Bihar Traders of Rs 85 Lakh in Digital Gold Investment Scam

A major case of cyber fraud has surfaced in Muzaffarpur district, where two businessmen were allegedly duped of nearly Rs 85 lakh under the pretext of investing in digital gold. The fraud was reportedly carried out by a young woman from Indore, who lured the victims through social media with promises of high returns. According to police officials, the incident took place in the Bhagwanpur Maheshwar Market area under the Sadar police station limits. The victims have been identified as Nilay Bharti, a local businessman, and his acquaintance Shyam Babu Singh, a resident of Patahi. Police said the accused, identified as Samanta Kashyap, came in contact with the businessmen through social media platforms. Gradually gaining their trust, she claimed to be associated with gold and silver inv...
Gorakhpur Minor Rape Case: Instagram Relationship Led 13-Year-Old Girl Into Tragic Trap
State, Uttar Pradesh

Gorakhpur Minor Rape Case: Instagram Relationship Led 13-Year-Old Girl Into Tragic Trap

A disturbing case of sexual assault involving a minor has surfaced in Uttar Pradesh’s Gorakhpur district, revealing how social media influence and emotional vulnerability can push young adolescents into dangerous situations. According to police investigations, a 13-year-old girl, who was fond of making Instagram reels, developed a relationship with a 15-year-old boy she met online. The girl had even posted Instagram status messages describing him as “BF, my jaan.” On the day of the incident, the minor was recording a reel outside her house when the boy arrived in a van along with one of his friends. She willingly accompanied him, and the group reportedly spent the day roaming across different areas of the city. Later, the boy took the girl to a hotel. However, when he failed to ar...
Sensation in Gorakhpur as Naked Body of Woman Found Near Bridge, Brutal Murder Suspected
State, Uttar Pradesh

Sensation in Gorakhpur as Naked Body of Woman Found Near Bridge, Brutal Murder Suspected

Panic gripped parts of Gorakhpur district on Friday morning after the naked body of an unidentified woman was discovered near the Bayer Ghatta bridge under the Pipiganj police station area. According to police sources, the deceased woman is believed to be around 35 years old. Her body was found without clothes, and her head had been brutally crushed with bricks, indicating a violent murder. Local residents who had gone out for their morning walk first noticed the body lying near the bridge and immediately informed the police. Upon receiving the information, a police team rushed to the spot and cordoned off the area. Preliminary investigation suggests that the attacker may have deliberately inflicted severe injuries on the head to conceal the woman’s identity. Villagers stated that...