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Ghaziabad’s GDA Hands Over 5 Colonies to Municipal Corporation, Promising Better Civic Amenities

29Jan

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Ghaziabad’s GDA Hands Over 5 Colonies to Municipal Corporation, Promising Better Civic Amenities

Ghaziabad: Residents of Ghaziabad, located on the outskirts of Delhi, have a reason to cheer. The long-standing maintenance issues in several localities are set to be resolved, as the Ghaziabad Development Authority (GDA) has officially handed over more than five residential colonies to the Municipal Corporation. This major move also clears the path for funding new development works. Under this arrangement, GDA will transfer a total of ₹66 crore to the Municipal Corporation in two installments to cover maintenance and improvement of these colonies. Historically, GDA has primarily focused on construction and development, but lacked the large-scale workforce and expertise required for ongoing maintenance. This often resulted in broken roads, non-functional streetlights, and clogged sew...

IMD Issues Warning: Heavy Snowfall Expected in Himalayas, Rain in Several States

29Jan

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Himachal Pradesh, State

IMD Issues Warning: Heavy Snowfall Expected in Himalayas, Rain in Several States

Shimla/New Delhi, January 29, 2026: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a warning of a fresh Western Disturbance affecting the Himalayan region, bringing the possibility of heavy snowfall and rainfall on February 1. According to the IMD, northwest India and parts of central India may experience light to moderate rainfall starting Saturday. Dense fog is expected to persist in some areas of northwest, central, and eastern India until February 2. The Western Disturbance is predicted to impact the western Himalayan region from January 31 to February 2. Along with heavy snow in the mountains, plains of northwest India and adjoining central India could see intermittent showers during this period. Earlier, the IMD had reported 'cold day' to 'severe cold day' conditions i...

Shahjahanpur Man, 65, Ends Life Over ₹32,000 Electricity Bill

29Jan

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Shahjahanpur Man, 65, Ends Life Over ₹32,000 Electricity Bill

Shahjahanpur, Uttar Pradesh: In a tragic incident in Shahjahanpur, a 65-year-old man, Kamendra Vikram Singh, took his own life by hanging himself from a tree, allegedly due to stress over a mounting electricity bill and personal debts. Before his death, Singh wrote a note addressed to the Chief Minister, appealing for relief from the bill and requesting that his children not be harassed over his debts. Family and CircumstancesSingh lived with his wife and had three married children—two sons working in private jobs and a daughter. According to the family, Singh appeared normal on Wednesday morning. However, shortly after stepping outside, he hanged himself from a tree near his house. His death left the family devastated. The suicide note found in Singh’s pocket revealed his financial ...

From MP to UP and Nepal, 300 Daughters to Tie the Knot at Bageshwar Dham

29Jan

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Madhya Pradesh, State

From MP to UP and Nepal, 300 Daughters to Tie the Knot at Bageshwar Dham

Chhatarpur, Madhya Pradesh: In a heartwarming initiative, Bageshwar Dham will host the “Saptam Kanya Vivah Mahotsav” this Maha Shivaratri, uniting 300 daughters from across India and Nepal in marriage. Pandit Dhirendra Krishna Shastri has released the list of selected girls, which includes 60 orphans and several daughters of differently-abled parents. The entire wedding expenses will be covered by donations collected at the temple. Nationwide SelectionThe daughters have been chosen from 60 districts across 10 states, with Madhya Pradesh contributing 229 brides and Uttar Pradesh 56. Remarkably, one bride will travel from Nepal to participate in the ceremony. The festival aims to provide a dignified marriage for girls from economically and socially disadvantaged backgrounds, celebrating t...

Thieves Bow to Goddess Before Stealing Silver Jewelry from Ancient Ujjain Temple

29Jan

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Madhya Pradesh, State

Thieves Bow to Goddess Before Stealing Silver Jewelry from Ancient Ujjain Temple

Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh: The series of temple thefts in the city of Baba Mahakal continues. In a daring late-night incident, three thieves targeted the ancient Aashapuri Maa Bhavani Temple in Nazarpur village, Ghattia Tehsil, making off with silver jewelry and other valuables worth lakhs. CCTV footage of the crime has emerged, revealing the audacity of the culprits. CCTV Captures Bold HeistAccording to police, the theft was carried out by three individuals. The CCTV footage shows one thief entering the sanctum sanctorum, while the other two remained near the windows, keeping watch. In a striking detail, the footage shows the main thief first paying respects to the goddess before beginning the theft. The thief, wearing a mask and shoes, climbed onto the altar using a plastic bucket due...

Three Key Mistakes That Prevented NCP from Gaining Ground in Rajasthan

29Jan

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Politics, Rajasthan, State

Three Key Mistakes That Prevented NCP from Gaining Ground in Rajasthan

Jaipur, Rajasthan: Sharad Pawar’s attempts to establish the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) in Rajasthan failed despite multiple efforts. The party was often perceived as an ally of Congress, and voters did not embrace it as an independent political force. Political analysts attribute this failure to three critical missteps by NCP leadership. Ajit Pawar’s Unfulfilled AmbitionAjit Pawar, who tragically passed away in a plane crash on January 28, 2026, had officially taken the reins of the NCP in 2024. Under his leadership, the party aimed to regain its national status, which it had lost after internal splits in 2003. Ajit Pawar’s campaign included contesting elections beyond Maharashtra, such as in Bihar, but these attempts did not succeed due to weak preparation and strategic miscalcul...

Fog Claims Lives on Agra-Jaipur Highway: Bus Collides with Trailer, 4 Dead

29Jan

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Rajasthan, State

Fog Claims Lives on Agra-Jaipur Highway: Bus Collides with Trailer, 4 Dead

Bharatpur, Rajasthan: In a tragic early morning accident on Thursday, dense fog on the Agra-Jaipur Highway led to a devastating collision in Bharatpur. A bus traveling from Soronji to Jaipur crashed into a stationary trailer, resulting in the deaths of four passengers and leaving five others critically injured. The most heart-wrenching story is that of Ramveer from Mathura, whose life was shattered in an instant. Ramveer, who makes paper crowns for religious idols, had accompanied his wife, Geeta (38), and their 8-year-old son, Kanha, on a pilgrimage to Khatu Shyam Ji. The journey, meant to be a spiritual outing, turned tragic when the bus struck the trailer. Both his wife and son lost their lives, while Ramveer is currently fighting for his life in the hospital. Fog, a Silent Killer...

Delhi Assembly to Appoint Fellows to Assist MLAs in Policy Making and Research

29Jan

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DELHI (national capital territory), State

Delhi Assembly to Appoint Fellows to Assist MLAs in Policy Making and Research

New Delhi: The Delhi Assembly is set to provide opportunities for young researchers and professionals by appointing over 100 fellows and assistant fellows. These appointees will assist Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) and the Assembly Secretariat in research, report preparation, and policy-making activities. Fellows for MLAs and Secretariat:Each MLA will be assigned a fellow to support legislative work, including research, report drafting, and policy analysis. In addition, approximately 35 fellows will be appointed to the Assembly Secretariat to assist committees and broader research tasks. The Assembly had earlier attempted a similar recruitment in July 2023, but the process was canceled due to lack of approval at the highest level and procedural issues. Focus on Merit and...

Passengers Face Shortage of New Smart Cards in Delhi Metro; DMRC Explains

29Jan

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DELHI (national capital territory), State

Passengers Face Shortage of New Smart Cards in Delhi Metro; DMRC Explains

New Delhi: Commuters in Delhi Metro have recently faced difficulties obtaining new smart cards, prompting several complaints. Many passengers took to social media platform X to report that new metro cards were unavailable at several stations. Complaints from Passengers:One passenger asked why new metro cards were not available at Ballabhgarh and Noida Electronic City stations. Another reported being asked to purchase an Airtel-branded card instead when requesting a metro card at Chawri Bazar station. Similar issues were reported at Badarpur station, where staff informed commuters that certain cards were no longer being issued. Government’s NCMC Initiative Behind the Change:Responding to the complaints, the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) clarified that the changes are part of the...

Delhi Implements Food Security Rules 2025: Ration Card Quotas to Be Based on District Population

29Jan

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DELHI (national capital territory), State

Delhi Implements Food Security Rules 2025: Ration Card Quotas to Be Based on District Population

New Delhi: Delhi has officially implemented the Delhi Food Security Rules 2025, bringing major changes to the ration card system. Ration cards will no longer be issued on a “first-come, first-served” basis. Instead, committees at the district level will determine quotas based on population, ensuring that genuinely needy residents receive benefits. Government Decision:Previously, Delhi did not have a district-wise quota for ration cards. Cards were issued to applicants meeting minimum eligibility criteria, often favoring those who applied early. Under the new rules, quotas will be set according to the district’s population until the next census. A committee, headed by the District Magistrate, will review applications to prioritize those most in need. Addressing Existing Gaps:Delhi cur...