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Fake Liquor Factory Busted in Agra, Four Arrested

29Jan

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Fake Liquor Factory Busted in Agra, Four Arrested

Agra, Jan 29, 2026: Agra police have uncovered an illegal factory producing counterfeit English liquor in Akola, under Kagarol police jurisdiction. Four individuals have been arrested in connection with the operation, and a large consignment of fake liquor, chemicals, and branded wrappers was seized. According to Additional Deputy Commissioner of Police (ADCP), during a routine night check on Tuesday, Kagarol police stopped a black Scorpio near Lalaoo Pul in Akola. Three men – Naresh, Ummed, and Prashant – were apprehended, along with 74 cases of liquor in their possession. Following interrogation, the accused led the police to a warehouse at Satyaprakash’s residence, situated near the fields of Akola. They revealed that they mixed chemicals with spirits to produce counterfeit liquor...

Ajit Pawar’s Tragic End: Fate’s Grim Coincidence at 66 Years, 6 Months, 6 Days

29Jan

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Maharashtra, State

Ajit Pawar’s Tragic End: Fate’s Grim Coincidence at 66 Years, 6 Months, 6 Days

Pune/Mumbai: Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar passed away in a tragic plane crash, leaving supporters and the political world in shock. On Thursday, he was given a tearful farewell in Baramati, with chants of “Ajit Dada Amar Rahe” (Long Live Ajit Dada) echoing across the venue. The funeral was attended by prominent leaders, including Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Nitin Gadkari, Deputy CM Eknath Shinde, Uddhav Thackeray, Raj Thackeray, and several others, who paid their respects to the six-time Deputy Chief Minister. Ajit Pawar’s passing carries an eerie coincidence: he died at the age of 66 years, 6 months, and 6 days, adding a tragic numerical note to an already sorrowful event. Known affectionately as “Ajit Dada,” he had endured personal loss earlier in life, losing his f...

Mahayuti Loses Its Only Trusted Secular Face: What Ajit Pawar’s Passing Means for the Alliance

29Jan

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Maharashtra, State

Mahayuti Loses Its Only Trusted Secular Face: What Ajit Pawar’s Passing Means for the Alliance

Pune: The passing of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar has sent shockwaves across the state and triggered a leadership challenge within the Mahayuti alliance. Pawar was widely regarded as the figure who lent the alliance a balanced and secular image. With his absence, questions are emerging about whether Mahayuti can continue to connect with voters who have traditionally stayed away from BJP-led, hardline Hindutva politics. Ajit Pawar’s political approach often relied on symbolism and careful messaging. A notable example was his deliberate choice not to visit the RSS memorial in Nagpur during the winter session of the Maharashtra Assembly. While senior BJP leaders and even some alliance partners made it a point to pay respects at the memorial of RSS founder Keshav Baliram Hed...

Shankaracharya Swami Nishchalanand Clarifies: Swami Avimukteshwaranand Was Not Prevented from Bathing at Magh Mela

29Jan

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Chhattisgarh, State

Shankaracharya Swami Nishchalanand Clarifies: Swami Avimukteshwaranand Was Not Prevented from Bathing at Magh Mela

Durg, Jan 28, 2026: Swami Nishchalanand Saraswati, the Shankaracharya of Govardhan Math, Puri, has clarified the controversy surrounding Swami Avimukteshwaranand at the Magh Mela in Prayagraj. He stated that Avimukteshwaranand was not stopped from taking the ritual Ganga bath and that the incident was misrepresented in the media. Swami Nishchalanand explained that the administration had restricted the procession only to prevent potential chaos due to large crowds, not to stop the Shankaracharya from bathing. He emphasized that the situation was incorrectly portrayed, leading to unnecessary controversy. Swami Avimukteshwaranand, who had left the Magh Mela following the incident, reportedly expressed disappointment at having to depart without completing the ritual bath. Swami Nishch...

CM Vishnudev Sai Unveils Silver Jubilee Medal Dedicated to Chhattisgarh Police, Inaugurates New Police Infrastructure

29Jan

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Chhattisgarh, State

CM Vishnudev Sai Unveils Silver Jubilee Medal Dedicated to Chhattisgarh Police, Inaugurates New Police Infrastructure

Raipur, Jan 28, 2026: Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnudev Sai today unveiled the Silver Jubilee Medal dedicated to the Chhattisgarh Police at the Police Headquarters. Speaking on the occasion, the CM praised the police force for their extraordinary courage, sacrifice, and unwavering commitment to maintaining peace and security across the state. Announced on Republic Day, the Silver Jubilee Medal recognizes the exemplary service of the state police over the past 25 years, particularly their bravery in law-and-order duties and anti-Naxal operations. CM Sai emphasized that the medal would serve as a lasting tribute to the dedication and valor of the force. Symbolism of the MedalThe medal is circular and silver in color. The front features the Sal tree, symbolizing strength, resilience...

Two Midday Meal Cooks Die Amid Ongoing Strike; Government Clarifies No Direct Link to Protest

29Jan

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Chhattisgarh, State

Two Midday Meal Cooks Die Amid Ongoing Strike; Government Clarifies No Direct Link to Protest

Raipur, Jan 28, 2026: The ongoing strike by midday meal cooks in Chhattisgarh has taken a tragic turn, with two women succumbing to health complications during the protest. The strike, which began on December 29, was aimed at demanding higher wages, with cooks seeking an increase from ₹66 to over ₹400 per day. The deceased have been identified as Rukmani Sinha from Kusumkasa village, Balod district, and Dulari Bai Yadav from Salda-Khamaria village, Berla block, Bemetara district. Both women had participated in the protest at the Tuta Dharna site in Nava Raipur Atal Nagar. Rukmani Sinha, who suffered from blood pressure-related complications, fell ill between January 20–23 and was later admitted to Balod district hospital before being referred to Rajnandgaon Medical College, where she...

Nigerian Man Arrested at Raipur Airport with Cocaine Worth ₹25 Lakh

29Jan

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Chhattisgarh, State

Nigerian Man Arrested at Raipur Airport with Cocaine Worth ₹25 Lakh

Raipur, Jan 28, 2026: In a major operation at Swami Vivekananda Airport, Raipur, the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) arrested a Nigerian national carrying a substantial quantity of cocaine. The seized drugs, weighing 270 grams, are estimated to be worth around ₹25 lakh. The suspect was traveling on an Indigo flight from Delhi to Raipur when the DRI team, acting on prior intelligence, intercepted him for a search. During the inspection, the cocaine was recovered from his possession. Investigation UnderwayDRI officials stated that the arrested individual is being interrogated to determine the source of the cocaine and whether he is linked to an international drug trafficking network or was planning to supply the drugs locally in Raipur. Authorities are also examining his forw...

Bomb Threats Target Three District Courts in Chhattisgarh; Police Launch Search Operations

29Jan

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Chhattisgarh, State

Bomb Threats Target Three District Courts in Chhattisgarh; Police Launch Search Operations

Three district courts in Chhattisgarh—Sarguja, Rajnandgaon, and Jagdalpur—received threatening emails claiming that bombs had been planted inside their premises. The alarming messages were sent to the official email addresses of the respective judges, prompting immediate police action. Following the threat to Sarguja District Court, the judge informed authorities, and a large police contingent, including SP and ASP officers, rushed to the scene. Security teams conducted thorough checks of vehicles, visitors, and all areas within the court complex. Dog squads and bomb disposal units were deployed, although preliminary searches have found nothing suspicious so far, according to Sarguja SSP Rajesh Agrawal. Similar threats were sent to Rajnandgaon District Court at around 11:30 AM, leadi...

Chhattisgarh HC Suspends Constable Recruitment; 6,000 Vacancies on Hold, 2,500 Candidates Already Issued Joining Letters

29Jan

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Chhattisgarh, State

Chhattisgarh HC Suspends Constable Recruitment; 6,000 Vacancies on Hold, 2,500 Candidates Already Issued Joining Letters

The Chhattisgarh High Court has put a temporary halt on the ongoing recruitment process for police constables, citing alleged irregularities. The next hearing in the case is scheduled for February 23, 2026. The court’s order suspends appointments for 6,000 vacancies until further notice, preventing the state police from issuing any new joining letters. The state government has been granted two weeks to submit its response. The recruitment process, which includes written and physical efficiency tests, was being conducted across all districts to fill vacant constable posts. Petitions challenging the process claimed large-scale manipulation during the physical tests. Allegations of IrregularitiesAdvocate Mateen Siddiqui, representing the petitioners, informed the court that serious i...

Election Notification Issued for Jharkhand’s 48 Municipal Bodies; Key Updates for Every Constituency

29Jan

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Jharkhand, Politics, State

Election Notification Issued for Jharkhand’s 48 Municipal Bodies; Key Updates for Every Constituency

Jharkhand is all set to elect its local government representatives as the State Election Officer has officially issued the notification for municipal elections. The high-stakes poll will decide 9 mayors, 39 chairpersons, and 1,087 ward councilors across the state. Nomination and Election Schedule The nomination process begins on 29 January and will continue until 4 February. Scrutiny of nomination papers is scheduled for 5 February, and candidates can withdraw by 6 February. Election symbols will be allotted on 7 February. Polling is set for 23 February, with counting and results declared on 27 February. Voter Participation Over 43.33 lakh voters will exercise their franchise in this election, including 22.07 lakh men and 21.26 lakh women. According to the State Election Commis...