Wednesday, July 15

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Shocking Bus Heist: Haryana Roadways Vehicle Stolen from Rajasthan, Chased 40 km Before Abandonment
PUNJAB AND HARYANA, State

Shocking Bus Heist: Haryana Roadways Vehicle Stolen from Rajasthan, Chased 40 km Before Abandonment

Hisar/Bhadra: In a sensational incident, a Haryana Roadways bus from Hisar Depot was stolen from Bhadra Bus Stand in Rajasthan and driven recklessly for nearly 40 kilometers before being abandoned in the Hisar district’s Rawalwas village. CCTV footage of the daring theft has surfaced, revealing the audacity of the culprit. Reckless Driving Causes Damage According to police reports, the thief drove the bus at high speed, colliding with several obstacles along the route. The bus struck an electric pole, damaging the pole and a connected meter. Alarmed by the damage, the thief abandoned the bus and fled the scene. Two CCTV clips, lasting 31 and 37 seconds respectively, capture portions of the incident, including the bus hitting a roadside cart. Fortunately, no serious injuries were repo...
Ludhiana Horror: Transgender Gang Kidnaps Chef, Maims Him Over Cash Dispute
PUNJAB AND HARYANA, State

Ludhiana Horror: Transgender Gang Kidnaps Chef, Maims Him Over Cash Dispute

Ludhiana: In a shocking and gruesome incident, a young chef in Ludhiana’s Khanpur area was brutally attacked by a gang of transgenders over a dispute concerning “badhai” money. The victim is fighting for his life, while the accused remain at large. Kidnapped and Maimed According to police reports, 21-year-old Manpreet Singh, who worked as a cook at a religious establishment, was targeted by two rival transgender groups on the morning of January 24. Manpreet was reportedly sedated, forced into a car, and held hostage for two days. On the night of January 26, the assailants severed his private parts with a sharp weapon before abandoning him bloodied by the roadside. Victim Rushed to Hospital Passersby rushed Manpreet to the Civil Hospital, but due to the severity of his injuries,...
Neerja Modi School Case: CBSE Blasts School in High Court, Calls Campus Unsafe for Children
Rajasthan, State

Neerja Modi School Case: CBSE Blasts School in High Court, Calls Campus Unsafe for Children

Jaipur: In the aftermath of the tragic suicide of 9-year-old Amayra, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has submitted a scathing 170-page affidavit in the Rajasthan High Court, highlighting systemic failures at Neerja Modi School, Jaipur. The board stated unequivocally that the school’s claims of child safety were mere façades, and Amayra’s death was the result of a severely negligent system. Safety Committees Existed Only on Paper According to CBSE, the school’s anti-bullying and POCSO committees were “paper entities” that failed to act. Amayra had endured bullying for over 18 months. Despite her parents submitting written complaints on four separate occasions, the committees remained inactive. On November 1, 2025, overwhelmed by harassment, Amayra tragically jumped fro...
Guna Treasury Stamp Scam: Cashier Manipulates ₹2.7 Crore, FIR Registered
Madhya Pradesh, State

Guna Treasury Stamp Scam: Cashier Manipulates ₹2.7 Crore, FIR Registered

Guna, Madhya Pradesh: A major financial irregularity has surfaced at the Guna District Treasury, revealing alleged corruption involving stamps worth ₹2.7 crore. Following an inspection, an FIR has been registered against the Assistant Grade-3 cashier, Keshav Verma, after discrepancies in official records were discovered. Fraud Uncovered During Audit The irregularities came to light when a team of Joint Directors of Treasury and Accounts from Gwalior conducted an inspection in December 2025. The audit revealed a discrepancy of over ₹3.74 crore between the digital Integrated Financial Management Information System (IFMIS) records and the physical stock of stamps. Subsequent verification reduced the discrepancy to ₹2,70,25,310, which the cashier failed to account for. Details of the ...
Bihar’s Amas-Darbhanga Expressway to Transform 19 Cities, Ready by December 2026
Bihar, State

Bihar’s Amas-Darbhanga Expressway to Transform 19 Cities, Ready by December 2026

Patna, Bihar: Bihar’s infrastructure is set for a game-changing boost with the development of the 189 km-long Amas-Darbhanga Expressway, which is expected to be operational by December 2026. Speaking in Parliament, Union Minister of State for Road Transport and Highways, Ajay Tamta, confirmed that 25% of the work on this ambitious project has already been completed. The expressway will connect seven districts and 19 towns, reducing travel time between Patna and Darbhanga by approximately four hours. Connecting Seven Districts, Benefiting 19 Towns The expressway will run through Aurangabad, Gaya, Jehanabad, Patna, Vaishali, Samastipur, and Darbhanga districts, directly benefiting 19 small and medium towns along the route. In Patna, the expressway will cross the Ganga via the “Kacchi D...
UGC Guidelines Stir Political Storm in Bihar: NDA Government Faces “Trial by Fire”
Bihar, Politics, State

UGC Guidelines Stir Political Storm in Bihar: NDA Government Faces “Trial by Fire”

Patna, Bihar: The introduction of the University Grants Commission (UGC) 2026 guidelines has sparked a heated political debate in Bihar, with opposition parties preparing to corner the NDA government led by Chief Minister Nitish Kumar during the upcoming Assembly session. The budget session, beginning on 2 February, is expected to serve as a litmus test for the ruling coalition amid rising dissent over the new UGC directives. A Mandal-Like Divide? The new guidelines have once again highlighted social divisions in the state. Supporters argue that the directives are a progressive step toward social justice, ensuring that higher educational institutions curb caste-based discrimination. They are expected to particularly benefit students from Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), ...
“I Won’t Let You Stay in Patna!” Thugs Threaten Sub-Inspector’s Family, Assault Brother
Bihar, State

“I Won’t Let You Stay in Patna!” Thugs Threaten Sub-Inspector’s Family, Assault Brother

Patna, Bihar: In a brazen attack challenging law and order as well as women’s safety, miscreants in Patna allegedly targeted the daughter of a police officer, subjecting her to harassment and abuse in broad daylight. The incident occurred in the Samanpura area of Rajabazar, leaving the family in shock and fear. Assault and Threats The victim, a bank employee posted in Boring Road, Patna, is the daughter of a Sub-Inspector stationed in Bhagalpur. According to reports, when she resisted the harassment, the culprits assaulted her brother who came to her defense. Shockingly, the attackers issued explicit threats to abduct both mother and daughter or force them out of Patna, even in the presence of police officers on site. “The miscreants have been following and harassing me for severa...
From Saraisa to Samastipur: The Fascinating History of Bihar’s Historic City
Bihar, State

From Saraisa to Samastipur: The Fascinating History of Bihar’s Historic City

Samastipur, Bihar: Every city carries the rhythm of its own history, and Samastipur is no exception. With time, cities evolve—not just in infrastructure and culture, but often in name as well. The town now known as Samastipur was originally called Saraisa, with some sources suggesting its ancient name was Somvati, which later became Somvastipur, Samvastipur, and eventually Samastipur. Historical Roots Samastipur’s roots trace back to the Mithila kingdom under King Janak, whose dominion included present-day Samastipur. Following the end of the Videha dynasty, the region became part of the Licchavi republic and later came under the expansive empires of Magadh—Maurya, Shunga, Kanva, and Gupta dynasties. Chinese traveler Xuanzang’s accounts suggest that the region also fell under Emperor...
Upendra Kushwaha’s Party Set for Major Reshuffle; Alok Singh Likely to Be Appointed Bihar State President
Bihar, State

Upendra Kushwaha’s Party Set for Major Reshuffle; Alok Singh Likely to Be Appointed Bihar State President

Patna, Bihar: Bihar’s political landscape is witnessing significant changes within the Rashtriya Lok Morcha (RLM) as party supremo Upendra Kushwaha prepares for a major organizational reshuffle. In an effort to ease internal dissent and restore confidence among party legislators, Kushwaha is expected to announce Dinara MLA Alok Singh as the new Bihar state president during a press conference at Maurya Hotel, Patna, at 1:30 PM today. Ending Internal Discord Sources indicate that recent tensions within the party, fueled by disagreements over leadership decisions, have prompted the move. Senior leader Madhav Anand and MLA Alok Singh reportedly met Kushwaha in Patna to discuss the way forward. Following deliberations, it was decided that Alok Singh would take charge of the party’s state ...
Viral Video Shows Drunk Policeman Mistaking Torch for Liquor Bottle in Jalaun
State, Uttar Pradesh

Viral Video Shows Drunk Policeman Mistaking Torch for Liquor Bottle in Jalaun

Jalaun, UP: A video from Jalaun district, Uttar Pradesh, has gone viral on social media, raising serious questions about police conduct. The footage shows a policeman, reportedly under the influence, attempting to drink from a torch, mistaking it for a liquor bottle. Incident Details The incident occurred near Babina bus stand in the Kadura police station area, where a dispute broke out between two brothers, Ravikant and Shashikant, over the division of ancestral property. Family members called Dial-112 police for assistance. Upon receiving the call, PRV vehicle number UP 32 BG 5701 reached the scene. During the intervention, a scuffle broke out between the police and one of the men involved. Priyanka, the wife of one of the men, recorded the incident on her mobile phone, and the ...