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Three Private Jets, 600 Kg of Gold: The Legendary Philanthropy of Maharani Kamsundari of Darbhanga

29Jan

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Bihar, State

Three Private Jets, 600 Kg of Gold: The Legendary Philanthropy of Maharani Kamsundari of Darbhanga

The pages of history remember Maharani Kamsundari Devi of Darbhanga as a selfless philanthropist whose generosity supported the nation in times of need. Whenever India faced a crisis, the Darbhanga royal family opened its treasure without hesitation, leaving a legacy of unparalleled patriotism and charity. A Golden Contribution During the China WarDuring the 1962 Sino-Indian War, the Indian Army struggled with dwindling resources. Seeing the need, Maharani Kamsundari Devi stepped forward and donated nearly 600 kilograms of gold to support the armed forces. At that time, the gold was valued at approximately ₹3 crore. Today, the same quantity of 24-carat gold would be worth over ₹1.6 crore per 10 grams, making this gift truly priceless. Three Private Jets Donated to the NationThe Mahar...

UP Power Bills to Rise by 10% in February as Fuel Surcharge Recovery Ordered

29Jan

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State, Uttar Pradesh

UP Power Bills to Rise by 10% in February as Fuel Surcharge Recovery Ordered

Residents of Uttar Pradesh will face a 10% increase in electricity bills for February, following an order from the State Power Corporation to recover additional charges under the fuel surcharge. This move is expected to place an extra financial burden on consumers. Reason Behind the HikeThe increase is aimed at covering extra power purchase costs incurred in November 2025. The Power Corporation claims that electricity was procured at ₹5.79 per unit, while the tariff approved by the Electricity Regulatory Commission was ₹4.94 per unit. Based on this difference, the fuel surcharge was applied to February bills. Consumer Council Raises ConcernsThe State Electricity Consumer Council has raised objections, questioning the methodology. Chairman Avadhesh Kumar Verma stated that such high el...

Gorakhpur-Siliguri Expressway: Registration of 69.57 Hectares in 13 Villages Suspended

29Jan

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Gorakhpur-Siliguri Expressway: Registration of 69.57 Hectares in 13 Villages Suspended

The land acquisition process for the proposed Gorakhpur-Siliguri Expressway in Uttar Pradesh has accelerated, with the registration of 69.57 hectares of land across 13 villages in Tehsil Sadar now officially halted. Preventing Unauthorized TransfersA special land acquisition officer of the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), Himanshu Verma, issued instructions to the first and second sub-registrars of Tehsil Sadar to immediately suspend land registrations in areas affected by the expressway. The move ensures that no transfers or sales take place until the acquisition process is complete. Farmers and landowners in the affected areas will receive fair compensation as per regulations once the process concludes. Scope and Alignment of the ExpresswayThe expressway’s new alignment...

Good News for Delhi Residents: Pankha Road to Become Signal-Free with Two New Flyovers

29Jan

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DELHI (national capital territory), State

Good News for Delhi Residents: Pankha Road to Become Signal-Free with Two New Flyovers

In a bid to decongest traffic, authorities have initiated a traffic study to make Pankha Road completely signal-free from Uttam Nagar Bus Terminal to Delhi Cantt (Kirby Place). The Public Works Department (PWD) has also written to relevant departments to remove encroachments near Sagarpur Red Light, where a 200-meter stretch on both sides of the road is currently obstructed. Flyovers to Ease TrafficThe plan includes constructing two new flyovers over a 6-kilometer stretch, from Desu Colony to Janakpuri D-Block, to streamline traffic at key junctions. While the road width varies from 33 meters to 41 meters, the designed width of Pankha Road exceeds 60 meters. The stretch includes seven T-junctions: Lal Sai Marg, Major P. Srikumar Marg, Mall Road, Dada Sataram Mamtani Marg, Seva Marg, Pt....

Delhi MCD Councillors to Receive ₹2 Crore Annual Budget for Local Development

29Jan

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DELHI (national capital territory), State

Delhi MCD Councillors to Receive ₹2 Crore Annual Budget for Local Development

In a significant move to boost local development, all Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) councillors will now receive an annual budget of ₹2 crore for their respective wards. The funds will be disbursed in four quarterly installments. Details of the BudgetThe announcement was made during a special house meeting on Wednesday by Standing Committee Chairman Satya Sharma, who presented the revised budget estimates for 2025-26 and the budget proposals for 2026-27. Each councillor will now have a dedicated annual fund of ₹2 crore, a substantial increase from the previous allocation of ₹25-40 lakh per year. Purpose of the FundsCouncillors can utilize the budget for a wide range of development activities, including: Repair and construction of roads, lanes, and culverts Installation ...

Delhi’s Iconic Krishi Bhavan and Shastri Bhavan to Make Way for New CCS Buildings

29Jan

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DELHI (national capital territory), State

Delhi’s Iconic Krishi Bhavan and Shastri Bhavan to Make Way for New CCS Buildings

Two historic buildings of the national capital, Krishi Bhavan and Shastri Bhavan, are set to be demolished, marking the end of an era in Delhi’s architectural and administrative history. Both structures played pivotal roles in shaping independent India’s governance and development. In their place, the government plans to construct the fourth and fifth buildings under the Common Central Secretariat (CCS) Project. A Legacy of Krishi BhavanBuilt in 1957, Krishi Bhavan was designed by architects from the Central Public Works Department and served as the headquarters of the Ministries of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare, Rural Development, and Animal Husbandry, Dairy & Fisheries. It was here that India’s Green Revolution strategies were formulated in the 1960s. Eminent agricultural sci...

Incomplete Trip, Full Payment: Ola Cabs Ordered to Pay ₹10,000 Compensation to Passenger

29Jan

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DELHI (national capital territory), State

Incomplete Trip, Full Payment: Ola Cabs Ordered to Pay ₹10,000 Compensation to Passenger

The Delhi District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission (DDCDRC) has held Ola Cabs guilty of “deficiency in service” for shutting down a passenger’s ride without resolving her complaint. The commission directed the app-based cab service to pay ₹10,000 to the passenger for the mental distress caused. The CaseAccording to the commission’s order, the complainant, Sheetal Rana of Geeta Colony, booked a round trip with Ola on 13 March 2023, traveling from Delhi to Vrindavan and back, paying ₹4,797. However, the trip was abruptly stopped in Vrindavan, leaving her and her family stranded. With no alternative, she booked another cab from Vrindavan to Kidwai Nagar, Delhi, for ₹1,767. The forum, headed by President Monica A Srivastava and Member Kiran Kaushal, observed that Ola had failed to...

“Crime Trends, Calls, Timing, and Mapping Have Made Outer North District Safer”: IPS Hareswar V Swami in Exclusive Interview

29Jan

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DELHI (national capital territory), State

“Crime Trends, Calls, Timing, and Mapping Have Made Outer North District Safer”: IPS Hareswar V Swami in Exclusive Interview

In a remarkable policing initiative, DCP Hareswar V Swami of Outer North Delhi has significantly curbed street crime in the Narela Industrial Area through a strategy he terms “Innovation Intelligence Investigation.” Known for pioneering positive policing methods, DCP Swami shared insights with NBT on how his team has made the district safer. Transforming Crime Control“Beyond routine patterns, we needed innovative measures for crime control,” says Swami. “We introduced Innovation Intelligence Investigation to focus on street crime and cases affecting women’s safety. Every call is tracked with accountability, ensuring cases are prioritized and resolved efficiently.” Building Public TrustSwami emphasizes direct engagement with citizens: “I often visit public places like markets and rest...

Young Man Stabbed to Death in Vasant Kunj North Over Dispute About Lighting a Beedi; Police Search for Accused

29Jan

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Young Man Stabbed to Death in Vasant Kunj North Over Dispute About Lighting a Beedi; Police Search for Accused

In a shocking incident in Vasant Kunj North, South-West Delhi, a 21-year-old man, identified as Karan, was stabbed to death following an argument over asking for a matchstick to light a beedi. The police have launched a hunt for the accused. Details of the IncidentAccording to DCP Amit Goyal, a PCR call was received around 11:40 PM on Tuesday reporting a stabbing at the JJ Bandhu Camp slums. Police rushed to the spot and found Karan critically injured. He was immediately taken to Fortis Hospital, where doctors declared him dead. Karan, who lived in the JJ Bandhu Camp slums, reportedly went out for a walk with his younger brother Raju after dinner. A short while later, he returned home near the slum area, bleeding from a neck injury, and collapsed. Family members rushed him to the hos...

Beating Retreat Ceremony Unlikely to Be Affected by Rain; Showers May Return to Delhi Over the Weekend

29Jan

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DELHI (national capital territory), State

Beating Retreat Ceremony Unlikely to Be Affected by Rain; Showers May Return to Delhi Over the Weekend

Following rainfall on Tuesday, coupled with cloud cover at higher levels and humidity near the surface, Delhi has experienced nearly uniform day and night temperatures. On Wednesday, the temperature difference between the maximum and minimum was just 5.8°C, with sunlight largely absent throughout the day. Weather During Beating RetreatWeather experts say there is no chance of rain during today’s Beating Retreat ceremony at Vijay Chowk. From today onwards, conditions are expected to improve gradually, with clearer skies and increasing sunshine. Weekend Showers LikelyMeteorologist Navdeep Dahiya has indicated that due to fog at higher levels and clouds near the surface, areas across Delhi-NCR, Haryana, and western Uttar Pradesh have been experiencing limited sunshine. Winds are expecte...