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Bombay High Court’s Interim Order in 20-Storey Building Case Near INS Shikra

21Feb

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Maharashtra, State

Bombay High Court’s Interim Order in 20-Storey Building Case Near INS Shikra

Mumbai, February 21, 2026: The Bombay High Court on Friday delivered an interim order in the controversial 20-storey building case near INS Shikra, South Mumbai’s largest naval air station. In its observations, the court remarked that, prima facie, the construction of the high-rise structure appeared to be the result of a possible “intelligence failure” on the part of the Navy. No Immediate Stay, Construction at Developer’s Risk The high-rise project, identified as Jadhavji Mansion, is located within 500 meters of the naval air station. The Navy had filed a petition through a commanding officer seeking an immediate halt to construction, citing security concerns. It was argued that the developer did not possess the required No Objection Certificate (NOC). However, the High Court...

High Alert in Meerut Ahead of PM Visit: 13 Suspected Kashmiris Detained, Two Missing

21Feb

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State, Uttar Pradesh

High Alert in Meerut Ahead of PM Visit: 13 Suspected Kashmiris Detained, Two Missing

Meerut, February 21, 2026: Security agencies in Meerut have intensified surveillance and verification measures ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s scheduled visit on Sunday for the inauguration of the Namo Bharat train. In a significant development, 13 suspected Kashmiri youths have been taken into custody for questioning, while two others are reportedly missing. The move comes amid heightened security arrangements in the city prior to the high-profile event. Initial Detention and Release According to reports, around 15 youths were seen moving around Sadar Sarrafa Bazaar and nearby localities on Friday, allegedly seeking donations. Local traders grew suspicious of their activities and alerted the police. Some of the youths were reportedly confronted by shopkeepers, leading to ...

LDA Bulldozer Action in Lucknow: 40 Bighas of Illegal Plotting Demolished, Three-Storey Complex Sealed in Hazratganj

21Feb

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State, Uttar Pradesh

LDA Bulldozer Action in Lucknow: 40 Bighas of Illegal Plotting Demolished, Three-Storey Complex Sealed in Hazratganj

Lucknow, February 21, 2026: In a major enforcement drive against unauthorized constructions, the Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) carried out extensive demolition operations across multiple areas of the state capital on Friday. The authority demolished illegal plotting spread over approximately 40 bighas of land and sealed a three-storey commercial complex in Hazratganj. 40 Bighas of Illegal Plotting Cleared According to officials, eight illegal plotting projects being developed without approved layouts were razed in Lucknow. The action was carried out in Gosaiinganj, Kakori, and Saerpur areas. Ravi Nandan Singh, Zonal Officer of Enforcement Zone-2, stated that in village Kasimpur Biruha near Chand Sarai Crossing in Gosaiinganj, an unauthorized colony was being developed across...

UK AI Minister Meets JDU Leader in Patna, Praises Bihar’s Technological Growth

21Feb

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Bihar, State

UK AI Minister Meets JDU Leader in Patna, Praises Bihar’s Technological Growth

Patna, February 21, 2026: In a significant diplomatic and technological engagement, the United Kingdom’s Artificial Intelligence Minister Kanishk Narayan met with Sanjay Kumar Jha, National Working President and Rajya Sabha MP of Janata Dal (United), at his residence in Patna on Saturday morning. The meeting highlighted Bihar’s growing prominence in the field of artificial intelligence and digital innovation. Welcoming the UK Minister in traditional style, Jha honored Narayan with a Mithila Paag and shawl, symbolizing cultural pride and respect. “It Feels Good to Return to Bihar” Speaking after the meeting, Kanishk Narayan expressed deep emotional and professional satisfaction at returning to his birthplace after more than two decades. “It feels truly wonderful to be in Bihar. ...

Guwahati: Bhupen Borah Targets Congress After Meeting Amit Shah — “32 Years vs 32 Hours, The Difference Is Clear”

21Feb

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Assam, State

Guwahati: Bhupen Borah Targets Congress After Meeting Amit Shah — “32 Years vs 32 Hours, The Difference Is Clear”

Guwahati | February 21, 2026: In a significant political development in Assam, former state Congress president Bhupen Kumar Borah launched a sharp attack on the Congress party after meeting Union Home Minister Amit Shah. Borah, who recently resigned from the Congress, shared photographs from his meeting and wrote on social media, “32 years versus 32 hours — the difference is visible.” Borah met Amit Shah in the presence of Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. BJP leader Baijayant Panda was also present during the meeting. Borah is scheduled to formally join the Bharatiya Janata Party on February 22. A Major Blow to Congress in Assam Borah served as president of the Assam Pradesh Congress Committee from 2021 to 2025. His departure is being viewed as a major setback for the Ind...

Greater Noida Restaurant Fire After LPG Cylinder Blast; Two Employees Injured

21Feb

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Greater Noida Restaurant Fire After LPG Cylinder Blast; Two Employees Injured

Greater Noida | February 21, 2026: Panic gripped residents of Greater Noida West on Friday afternoon after a powerful explosion caused by a leaking LPG cylinder triggered a fire at a restaurant near Coco County Society in Sector 10, Ecotech-3 police station area. Two restaurant employees sustained burn injuries, while a woman and a 17-year-old boy were hurt during the chaos that followed. According to Chief Fire Officer Pradeep Kumar Chaubey, the fire department received information about the incident at approximately 12:40 pm. A firefighting team was immediately dispatched to the spot. Gas Leak Led to Regulator Fire Preliminary investigation revealed that the LPG cylinder had developed a leak, which caused the regulator to catch fire. The flames spread rapidly, accompanied by a l...

Jabalpur’s Sihora on Edge After Clash; 49 Arrested, Drone Surveillance Intensified

21Feb

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Madhya Pradesh, State

Jabalpur’s Sihora on Edge After Clash; 49 Arrested, Drone Surveillance Intensified

Jabalpur | February 21, 2026: Tension continues to prevail in Sihora town of Jabalpur district after a dispute between two communities escalated into violence on Thursday night. Police have arrested 49 individuals so far and intensified security measures, including drone surveillance, to maintain law and order in the sensitive area. The clash reportedly erupted at Azad Chowk during evening religious activities at a temple and a nearby mosque. A disagreement over loudspeaker use quickly escalated, leading to stone-pelting, vandalism of vehicles, and injuries. Authorities had to call in police personnel from 12 different stations to bring the situation under control. Heavy Police Deployment, Drone Monitoring Following the unrest, the area has been heavily barricaded, and unnecessary...

Patna / Pataliputra: 21 Holi Special Trains Announced to Manage Festive Rush

21Feb

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Bihar, State

Patna / Pataliputra: 21 Holi Special Trains Announced to Manage Festive Rush

Patna | February 21, 2026: With the festival of Holi fast approaching, the railways have announced the operation of 21 special trains from Patna, Pataliputra and other stations under the Danapur Division to ease the heavy passenger rush. Thousands of migrant workers and professionals residing in other states travel back to Uttar Pradesh and Bihar during the festival season, often facing difficulties in securing confirmed tickets. To address the surge in demand, the railways have introduced special services on key routes, ensuring smoother travel for passengers heading home to celebrate the festival of colors. According to Abhinav Siddharth, Senior Divisional Commercial Manager (DCM), Danapur Division, special arrangements have also been made at major stations to handle the additional...

Greater Noida: B.Tech Student Dies by Suicide After Jumping from 20th Floor of Residential Society

21Feb

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Greater Noida: B.Tech Student Dies by Suicide After Jumping from 20th Floor of Residential Society

Greater Noida | February 21, 2026: A 23-year-old B.Tech final-year student allegedly died by suicide after jumping from the 20th floor of the Paramount Golf Foreste Society in Greater Noida on Friday afternoon. The deceased has been identified as Arjun Tomar, a resident of Baghpat district. Arjun was a final-year engineering student at Mangalmay Group of Institutions. According to police officials, no suicide note was recovered from the spot, and the exact reason behind the extreme step remains unclear. Incident Details Police said that Arjun arrived at the society premises on his motorcycle shortly before the incident. After parking the bike, he reportedly took the lift to the 21st floor and then used the staircase to reach the 20th floor, from where he jumped. Residents prese...

Young Man Commits Suicide by Train in Banda Over Family Dispute

19Feb

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Young Man Commits Suicide by Train in Banda Over Family Dispute

Banda, Uttar Pradesh: A tragic incident in Banda has shocked the local community, where a 19-year-old intermediate student ended his life by lying in front of a train after being denied marriage to his aunt. The incident occurred just a day before his scheduled exam. Details of the Incident The deceased, Raja Anuragi (19), son of Rajendra Kumar Anuragi and resident of Jareli Kothi Mohalla, left his home on Tuesday evening without informing anyone. Later that night, he went to Kyotra Railway Crossing and committed suicide by positioning himself in front of an oncoming train. The train fatally injured him, splitting his body into two parts. Passersby alerted the police, who arrived at the scene, secured the body, and began investigations. A mobile phone belonging to Raja was found i...