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From Bihar to the UK Cabinet: Meet Kanishka Narayan, England’s AI Minister

21Feb

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Bihar, State

From Bihar to the UK Cabinet: Meet Kanishka Narayan, England’s AI Minister

Patna/Muzaffarpur: Kanishka Narayan, originally from Bihar, has made a remarkable journey from the heart of India to the corridors of power in the United Kingdom. Born in Muzaffarpur, Kanishka moved to the UK with his parents at the age of 12 in search of better opportunities. Two decades later, he returned to Bihar—not as a visitor, but as the UK’s Minister for Artificial Intelligence. Upon landing in Delhi, memories of his hometown flooded back. He took time out of his busy schedule to visit Muzaffarpur, meeting his extended family, including uncles, aunts, and cousins. Later, in Patna, he was warmly welcomed by JD(U) Member of Parliament and party executive president Sanjay Jha. Early Life and Education Kanishka Narayan was born in November 1989, hailing from his ancestral vill...

Delhi Police Constable Commits Suicide in Baghpat, Family Reports Alcohol Abuse

21Feb

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Delhi Police Constable Commits Suicide in Baghpat, Family Reports Alcohol Abuse

Baghpat, February 21, 2026: A Delhi Police constable, identified as Piyush, allegedly shot himself at his home in Azampur Moolsam village, Baghpat district, Uttar Pradesh. Police recovered his service pistol from the scene and have initiated an investigation. The body has been sent for postmortem. Background Piyush, originally from Baghpat, was recruited under the compassionate quota in 2018–19 following the death of his father. He was unmarried and had an elder brother employed abroad. Reports suggest that Piyush had developed a habit of consuming alcohol, which his family tried to curb. Incident Details According to police, Piyush returned to his village on Friday evening. Later that night, while reportedly under the influence of alcohol, he shot himself with his service pist...

Imran Masood Tells Muslims “No Government Depends on Us Anymore,” Criticizes Communal Politics

21Feb

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Imran Masood Tells Muslims “No Government Depends on Us Anymore,” Criticizes Communal Politics

Saharanpur, February 21, 2026: Congress MP Imran Masood from Saharanpur has delivered a candid message to the Muslim community, stating that the long-held belief that “no government can be formed without us” is no longer valid. A video of his speech has gone viral on social media, sparking discussion in political circles. Breaking the Myth In the video, Masood addresses a public gathering, saying that the misconception that the Muslim vote bank alone determines government formation has been dispelled. “The Modi government has shown that governments are being formed without us. We have been removed, like a fly skimmed off the milk. You need to understand this reality,” he said. Masood highlighted that communal politics is harmful not only to one side but to everyone. Referring indi...

“Robber Bride” Escapes with Gold and Jewelry After Alleged Attempted Poisoning of Husband in Indore

21Feb

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Madhya Pradesh, State

“Robber Bride” Escapes with Gold and Jewelry After Alleged Attempted Poisoning of Husband in Indore

Indore, February 21, 2026: A shocking case of marital fraud and attempted murder has emerged in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, involving a matrimonial scam that left authorities investigating a married woman and her accomplice. The Incident According to police, Neelima Sengar from Jalaun, Uttar Pradesh, allegedly presented herself as a divorced woman on a matrimonial website and married a local lawyer in Indore in November 2024. Following the marriage, Neelima reportedly introduced her boyfriend, Shubham Sengar, to her husband as her brother and allowed him access to their home. The situation took a dangerous turn when Neelima allegedly planned a trip to Shillong under the pretext of leisure. During the visit, she is accused of adding a poisonous substance to food, which caused her husba...

Nitin Nabin Enjoys Morning Walk at Atal Bridge, Sips Tea and Interacts with Youth at Sabarmati Riverfront

21Feb

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Gujarat, State

Nitin Nabin Enjoys Morning Walk at Atal Bridge, Sips Tea and Interacts with Youth at Sabarmati Riverfront

Ahmedabad, February 21, 2026: BJP National President Nitin Nabin took a relaxed and refreshing start to the second day of his Gujarat visit by exploring the scenic Sabarmati Riverfront. Early in the morning, he admired the architectural beauty of the iconic Atal Bridge, followed by a walk along the riverfront and informal interactions with local youth. Morning at the Riverfront After visiting Assam earlier in his northeastern tour, Nabin arrived in Gujarat on Friday afternoon. On Saturday, he spent a significant part of his morning at the Sabarmati Riverfront, a project symbolizing the “Gujarat model” of urban development. During his visit, he not only appreciated the view from a distance but also walked across the Atal Bridge, savoring tea along the way. The bridge, constructed by t...

Exclusive: AIMIM Holds the Key in Bihar’s Rajya Sabha 2026 – The High-Stakes Game for the 5th Seat

21Feb

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Bihar, Politics, State

Exclusive: AIMIM Holds the Key in Bihar’s Rajya Sabha 2026 – The High-Stakes Game for the 5th Seat

Patna, February 21, 2026: Voting for the 2026 Rajya Sabha elections in Bihar is scheduled for March 16. While most seats seem straightforward for the major alliances, the contest for the fifth seat has turned into a high-stakes political chess game. Neither the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) nor the Mahagathbandhan (Grand Alliance) has an outright advantage, placing Asaduddin Owaisi’s AIMIM in a pivotal position. NDA’s Position The NDA, led by the BJP and JDU, can comfortably secure four Rajya Sabha seats using their assembly strength. However, the fifth seat poses a challenge. After allocating their votes for the first four, NDA will have only 10 votes remaining. Even if they bring in support from smaller allies—Chirag Paswan’s Lok Janshakti Party (19 votes), Upendra Kushwaha’s ...

Maid Arrested in Agra for Stealing Owner’s Diamond and Gold Rings, Sent Photos to Boyfriend

21Feb

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Maid Arrested in Agra for Stealing Owner’s Diamond and Gold Rings, Sent Photos to Boyfriend

Agra, February 21, 2026: A shocking case of theft has come to light in Agra, Uttar Pradesh, where a live-in maid allegedly stole two precious rings—one diamond and one gold—from her employer. The maid reportedly sent photos of the stolen items to her boyfriend to inquire about their value. Police have arrested her and recovered the stolen items. Incident Details Akash Goyal, a businessman residing in Rangji Heights, Nirbhay Nagar, Agra, had employed a live-in maid, Laxmi, from Firozabad about 25 days ago. On February 17, Goyal and his family went to visit relatives in Gurugram, taking Laxmi with them. They returned on February 19. After placing the rings in her bag, Arshi Goyal, Akash’s wife, found them missing. Despite searching the house thoroughly, the rings could not be locate...

Arranged Marriage in Fatehpur Disrupted After Dog Causes Chaos, Families Call Off Wedding

21Feb

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Arranged Marriage in Fatehpur Disrupted After Dog Causes Chaos, Families Call Off Wedding

Fatehpur, February 21, 2026: A seemingly routine arranged marriage in Fatehpur, Uttar Pradesh, turned into chaos after a pet dog sparked a major dispute between the bride’s and groom’s families. The incident escalated to physical altercations, forcing both families to cancel the wedding. How the Dispute Began The bride’s family had brought their pet dog from Prayagraj to the wedding venue. During the ceremony, the dog attempted to enter the hall, which reportedly upset the groom’s party. One of the groomsmen hit the dog, triggering a heated argument. The situation quickly spiraled, turning the celebration into a battleground. Escalation at the Venue Attempts to calm the situation failed, and the argument escalated into physical fights. Guests sought refuge in rooms as the scuff...

National Badminton Player Shreshtha Parmar Booked After Performing Dangerous Stunt on Car Roof in Bhopal

21Feb

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Madhya Pradesh, State

National Badminton Player Shreshtha Parmar Booked After Performing Dangerous Stunt on Car Roof in Bhopal

Bhopal, February 21, 2026: Shreshtha Parmar, a rising national-level badminton player from Bhopal, is now facing legal action after performing a life-threatening stunt on the roof of a moving car. The incident, which occurred on Ekant Park Road late at night, was captured on video and went viral on social media, prompting the Habibganj police to register a case. The Stunt The incident reportedly took place on the night of February 6–7 around 3 a.m. In the 23-second video circulating online, Parmar can be seen stepping out of the driver’s seat of a moving car. As the vehicle maintains its speed, he runs alongside it, opens the rear door, climbs onto the roof, and strikes a pose while waving his hands in the air. Friends traveling in another car followed closely behind, filming the ent...

Vinod Jakhar: Close to Sachin Pilot, RSS Opponent, Appointed as NSUI National President

21Feb

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Rajasthan, State

Vinod Jakhar: Close to Sachin Pilot, RSS Opponent, Appointed as NSUI National President

Jaipur: The Congress student wing, National Students’ Union of India (NSUI), has appointed Vinod Jakhar as its new National President. Hailing from Rajasthan, Jakhar will succeed outgoing NSUI chief Varun Chaudhary. The Congress party has officially announced his appointment, sparking interest in Jakhar’s political background and leadership style. Who is Vinod Jakhar? Vinod Jakhar is recognized as a young Congress leader from Rajasthan. He has been associated with the Congress party since his student days. While studying at Rajasthan University, he contested as an independent candidate and was elected as the President of the University Student Union, which brought him into the spotlight of local Congress leaders. Opposition to RSS Ideology Jakhar is well-known in Rajasthan’s po...