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Amroha Couple Dies Within 10 Minutes of Each Other; Cremated Together
State, Uttar Pradesh

Amroha Couple Dies Within 10 Minutes of Each Other; Cremated Together

Amroha, UP: A heart-wrenching incident from Amroha district, Uttar Pradesh, has left a family and the local community in shock. A woman succumbed to a prolonged illness, and just 10 minutes later, her husband also passed away. The couple was cremated together, marking a tragic end to their lives. The deceased have been identified as 60-year-old Sapna and her 65-year-old husband Neetu. Sapna had been battling health issues for some time. On Wednesday morning, she passed away, and the news was immediately conveyed to her husband, who was undergoing treatment at a private hospital in Meerut. Overcome with grief, Neetu reportedly suffered a fatal heart attack and died just 10 minutes after his wife. Family members took both bodies to the crematorium, where they were cremated together. Th...
UP Weather Tomorrow, 30 January 2026: Sunshine Returns as Western Disturbance Effect Ends
State, Uttar Pradesh

UP Weather Tomorrow, 30 January 2026: Sunshine Returns as Western Disturbance Effect Ends

The weather in Uttar Pradesh is set to improve tomorrow, 30 January 2026, as the effects of the recent Western Disturbance come to an end. The Meteorological Department has forecast sunny and dry conditions across most districts of the state for the next four days. Northern & Eastern UP to See Fog With the Western Disturbance dissipating, central and western districts experienced moderate rainfall over the past few days. Tomorrow, minimum temperatures are expected to drop to 3–5°C, particularly in the northern and eastern regions, including the Terai belt, where fog formation is likely. Lucknow, Noida, Ghaziabad to Enjoy Sunshine In urban centers like Lucknow, Noida, and Ghaziabad, sunny spells are expected, though intermittent cloud cover may appear. Winds will blow at mod...
Supreme Court Stays UGC Regulations 2026; Giriraj Singh Calls It a Divider of Sanatan Values
Bihar, State

Supreme Court Stays UGC Regulations 2026; Giriraj Singh Calls It a Divider of Sanatan Values

Patna: The Supreme Court of India on Thursday imposed a stay on the UGC Regulations 2026, ordering that the earlier UGC Regulations 2012 remain in force until further notice. The apex court has issued notices to the central government and all stakeholders, with the next hearing scheduled for March 19, 2026. Union Minister Giriraj Singh welcomed the court’s decision, describing the new UGC rules as a “divider of Sanatan values.” Posting on social media, he said:"I sincerely thank the Honorable Supreme Court for staying the UGC regulations that divide Sanatan. This decision is significant for protecting India’s cultural unity and Sanatan traditions. The Modi government stands for ‘Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas’ and the unbroken unity of Sanatan values." Speaking to the media, Singh further ...
Supreme Court Stays UGC Regulations: Reactions from UP Leaders Including Keshav Prasad Maurya and Akhilesh Yadav
Politics, State, Uttar Pradesh

Supreme Court Stays UGC Regulations: Reactions from UP Leaders Including Keshav Prasad Maurya and Akhilesh Yadav

Lucknow: The Supreme Court has temporarily stayed the new University Grants Commission (UGC) regulations, citing concerns over potential misuse. The Court has issued notices to the central government and UGC, seeking responses by March 19, 2026, the date for the next hearing on petitions challenging the rules. The decision comes amid widespread protests against the new UGC guidelines. Several political leaders in Uttar Pradesh have reacted to the Supreme Court’s order: Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya welcomed the ruling, stating, “When the Supreme Court delivers a judgment, it is always a matter of satisfaction. Any decision of the apex court is a reason for joy.” Minister Omprakash Rajbhar emphasized, “Since the day the UGC regulations came into force, I have maintain...
MP Sees Major IPS Transfers: Sanjay Kumar Appointed New Bhopal Police Commissioner
Madhya Pradesh, State

MP Sees Major IPS Transfers: Sanjay Kumar Appointed New Bhopal Police Commissioner

In a significant reshuffle aimed at strengthening law and order, the Madhya Pradesh government has transferred 14 senior IPS officers, including the Bhopal Police Commissioner. Harinarayan Chari Mishra, who previously held the post, has been reassigned, and 2004-batch IPS officer Sanjay Kumar has been appointed as the new Police Commissioner of Bhopal. Harinarayan Chari Mishra Takes Charge at SCRB Harinarayan Chari Mishra has been posted as Inspector General of the State Crime Records Bureau (SCRB). The Home Department has issued the official transfer notification, and all officers will now assume charge at their new postings. Key Transfers Among Senior IPS Officers Pankaj Kumar (1992 batch): Previously Special Director General (SDG), Police Headquarters Bhopal, he is now appo...
Ajit Pawar Passes Away: Who Will Take the Helm of NCP? Insights into the Pawar Family Order
Maharashtra, Politics, State

Ajit Pawar Passes Away: Who Will Take the Helm of NCP? Insights into the Pawar Family Order

Maharashtra bid farewell to Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar on Thursday, as thousands gathered in Baramati to pay their respects. Supporters raised slogans like “Ajit Dada Amar Rahe” (Long live Ajit Dada) in tribute to the late leader. Pawar’s sons, Parth and Jai, performed the final rites and offered their last respects amid emotional scenes. With Ajit Pawar’s untimely death in a plane crash, speculation has intensified over who will now take charge of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP). A Political Legacy in the Pawar Family Ajit Pawar was a dominant figure in Maharashtra politics, particularly in Baramati, the Pawar family stronghold. The family includes several active politicians: Sharad Pawar (85) – Patriarch and senior-most leader Sunetra Pawar (62) – Ajit’s wife, Raj...
Two-Year-Old Panther Found Dead in Alwar: Trapped in Hunter’s Snare Meant for Wild Boars
Rajasthan, State

Two-Year-Old Panther Found Dead in Alwar: Trapped in Hunter’s Snare Meant for Wild Boars

A tragic incident in Alwar, Rajasthan has claimed the life of a young panther, highlighting the dangers of illegal hunting traps in rural areas. The two-year-old panther was found hanging from a tree near Jhiri village under the jurisdiction of the Pratapgarh forest outpost. Post-mortem reports revealed that the panther had become entangled in a rope snare set by a hunter to trap wild boars, ultimately leading to its death. Panther Dies Struggling in Tree On the evening of January 26, villagers in Guwara spotted the panther’s body dangling from a tree branch—a chilling sight that sent shockwaves through the community. Dr. Manoj Meena, who conducted the post-mortem, confirmed that the rope snare had caught the animal’s abdomen. In an attempt to free itself, the panther climbed the tre...
Delhi Police Woman Commando Dies After Husband Brutally Attacks Her with Dumbbell
DELHI (national capital territory), State

Delhi Police Woman Commando Dies After Husband Brutally Attacks Her with Dumbbell

In a shocking incident, Delhi Police Special Cell commando Kajal passed away on Tuesday morning at a private hospital in Ghaziabad. Kajal had been critically injured days earlier when her husband, Ankur Chaudhary, allegedly attacked her with an iron dumbbell, repeatedly striking her head against a door frame, leaving her with severe head injuries. The tragic assault occurred at their residence in Dwarka Mor, South-West Delhi. Kajal was initially admitted to a private hospital near Dwarka, where doctors declared her brain dead. On January 25, she was shifted to another private hospital in Nehru Nagar, Ghaziabad, where she succumbed to her injuries around 6 a.m. on Tuesday. Family Reveals Disturbing Details Speaking to Hindustan Times, Kajal’s brother, Nikhil, revealed chilling deta...
Bihar Women Quitting Jobs to Become Entrepreneurs: Government Schemes Fuel Self-Employment Boom
Bihar, State

Bihar Women Quitting Jobs to Become Entrepreneurs: Government Schemes Fuel Self-Employment Boom

A remarkable shift is underway in Bihar, where women are increasingly leaving traditional jobs to become business owners. Post-COVID trends show that the state’s female workforce is prioritizing entrepreneurship over salaried employment, reflecting a new era of women-led economic empowerment. Recent data highlights that the Bihar government’s initiatives to promote self-employment among women are bearing fruit. Female Labour Force Participation Rate (FLFPR) in the state has witnessed a striking rise from 4.11% in 2017-18 to 30.5% in 2023-24. The growth is particularly driven by rural women, who are actively engaging in farming and starting their own businesses. Rural Women Leading the Charge Rural female entrepreneurs have surged from 35.2% in 2017 to 84.8% in 2024, while urban wo...
Sultanpur Property Fraud: Woman Falsely Claims Stepson as Deceased Son to Seize Property, Case Registered
State, Uttar Pradesh

Sultanpur Property Fraud: Woman Falsely Claims Stepson as Deceased Son to Seize Property, Case Registered

In a shocking case of alleged fraud in Sultanpur, Uttar Pradesh, a woman has accused parties of attempting to seize her deceased son’s property using forged documents. The case has been taken seriously by the authorities, and a First Information Report (FIR) has been registered at Kotwali Nagar under multiple sections, following the orders of the Chief Judicial Magistrate (CJM). According to the complaint, Rukmani Devi, a resident of Mangapur Sarkouda in the Kudarwar police station area, is the sole legal heir of her late son Anil Singh, who inherited his father’s ancestral property after the death of Surya Baksh Singh around 35 years ago. Anil Singh, who was married to Shashi Singh from Indore, had divorced her around 26 years ago and had no children. Allegedly, after the divorce, S...