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Negligence of Roller Driver Turns Deadly on Meerut Highway; 6 Passengers Critically Injured

27Jan

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Negligence of Roller Driver Turns Deadly on Meerut Highway; 6 Passengers Critically Injured

Meerut, January 27, 2026: A serious road accident occurred on National Highway 58 near Pallavpuram police station in Meerut on Tuesday, leaving six passengers critically injured. A passenger bus traveling from Delhi to Dehradun collided with a road roller that had been carelessly left in the wrong direction after construction work. Several other passengers sustained minor injuries. The accident reportedly took place around 3 a.m., while road repair work was underway on the highway. After completing the work, the heavy road roller used in construction was parked in the wrong direction without any warning signs, barricades, or reflectors, and the operator left the site. The passenger bus, moving at high speed toward Dehradun, failed to spot the unlit roller in the darkness and crashed dir...

Ayodhya Deputy Commissioner Prashant Singh Resigns Over Shankaracharya’s Remarks

27Jan

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Ayodhya Deputy Commissioner Prashant Singh Resigns Over Shankaracharya’s Remarks

Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh: Prashant Singh, Deputy Commissioner of the State Tax Department posted in Ayodhya, has announced his resignation following comments made by Shankaracharya Swami Avimukteshwaranand. Prashant Singh stated that he was deeply hurt by the remarks made by the Shankaracharya, which were directed against Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. He described the comments as irresponsible and insulting, and cited this as the reason for stepping down from his post. The resignation has drawn attention amid the ongoing debate over statements made by religious leaders and their impact on public officials in Uttar Pradesh.

Jharkhand Announces Nagar Nikay Elections: Voting on 23 February, Results on 27 February

27Jan

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Jharkhand, State

Jharkhand Announces Nagar Nikay Elections: Voting on 23 February, Results on 27 February

Ranchi, Jharkhand: The long-awaited municipal elections in Jharkhand have officially been announced. The State Election Commissioner, Alka Tiwari, informed the media in a press conference in Ranchi that elections for all municipal corporations, municipalities, and nagar panchayats across the state will be held simultaneously. Voting and Model Code of ConductAccording to the Election Commission’s schedule, voting will take place on 23 February 2026, and the results will be declared on 27 February 2026. With the announcement, the Model Code of Conduct has come into immediate effect across the state. Elections Based on 9 January Reservation ListThe State Election Commission clarified that the elections will follow the reservation list issued on 9 January 2026. For this cycle, the mayora...

“All Are Equal Before Mahakal”: Supreme Court Rejects Petition for VIP Entry into Mahakal Mandir Sanctum

27Jan

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Madhya Pradesh, State

“All Are Equal Before Mahakal”: Supreme Court Rejects Petition for VIP Entry into Mahakal Mandir Sanctum

Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh: The Supreme Court of India has dismissed a petition seeking VIP access for certain individuals into the sanctum sanctorum (garbhagriha) of the famous Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga Temple in Ujjain. The court emphasized that “all are equal before Mahakal” and clarified that the temple administration and the district collector alone have the authority to decide who may enter the sanctum. Court Defers to Temple AdministrationDuring the hearing, the Supreme Court instructed the petitioner to address the temple authorities directly. The bench stated that no person holds a special status in front of Mahakal and that internal rules regarding sanctum entry fall under the jurisdiction of the temple committee and district administration, not the judiciary. Petitioner’s Clai...

Jabalpur Police Crack Down on ‘DSP’ – Social Media Stunt Rider Fined for Dangerous Biking

27Jan

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Madhya Pradesh, State

Jabalpur Police Crack Down on ‘DSP’ – Social Media Stunt Rider Fined for Dangerous Biking

Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh: Jabalpur police have taken strict action against a young man notorious in the city’s biking and stunt community for performing dangerous tricks on a modified motorcycle and posting them online. The accused, Kabir alias Deelam Singh Panti, also known by his nickname “DSP”, ran an Instagram page called “Jabalpur Rider”, where he uploaded stunt and racing videos to earn likes, views, and money. Modified Bike and Dangerous StuntsKabir had extensively modified his motorcycle for high-speed racing and stunts. Police discovered that he even removed the bike’s number plate to evade detection. His videos featured high-speed rides, races, and stunts in different parts of the city, often attracting young followers who sought to emulate him. Police Investigation and Arr...

CM Mohan Yadav Makes Surprise Visit to Ashoknagar Village, Asks Villagers About Corruption by Police and Patwaris

27Jan

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CM Mohan Yadav Makes Surprise Visit to Ashoknagar Village, Asks Villagers About Corruption by Police and Patwaris

Ashoknagar, Madhya Pradesh: Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav made a surprise visit to Madhi village in Ashoknagar on Monday, inspecting the panchayat office, government school, and gaushala (cow shelter) while engaging directly with villagers about local issues. Unannounced Inspection at Panchayat OfficeThe Chief Minister arrived suddenly at the village panchayat building, calling the sarpanch for a quick review. He ensured the school gates were opened and checked classrooms, followed by a visit to the local gaushala. During the visit, CM Yadav discussed the implementation of government schemes and expressed satisfaction that funds allocated for cattle welfare were being properly utilized. The CM’s sudden arrival caused a flurry of activity among local administration staff. ...

Woman Climbs 60-Foot Water Tank with Child, Descends Safely After Tehsildar’s Intervention

27Jan

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Madhya Pradesh, State

Woman Climbs 60-Foot Water Tank with Child, Descends Safely After Tehsildar’s Intervention

Narmadapuram, Madhya Pradesh: A large crowd gathered in the Housing Board area of Narmadapuram district on Monday when a woman climbed a 60-foot-high water tank with her four-year-old son, visibly distressed and crying loudly. Locals quickly informed the police, who, along with the Tehsildar, rushed to the scene. Tehsildar’s Calm InterventionThe woman remained on the tank for about two and a half hours, during which the situation drew attention from the public. Tehsildar Sarita Malviya personally spoke to the woman, assuring her, “I am the Tehsildar. Come down, all your problems will be heard, and I will help you.” Reassured by the official, the woman eventually descended safely along with her child, with the support of police personnel present from Dehat, Kotwali, and Mahila police sta...

Controversy Erupts Over Ban on Non-Hindus at Gangotri; Arshad Madni and Imran Masood Raise Concerns

27Jan

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Controversy Erupts Over Ban on Non-Hindus at Gangotri; Arshad Madni and Imran Masood Raise Concerns

Saharanpur, Uttarakhand: The state government of Uttarakhand has imposed a complete ban on the entry of non-Hindus at Gangotri Dham, and similar measures are reportedly being considered for Badrinath and Kedarnath. The decision has sparked widespread debate and criticism from political and religious leaders. Religious Leader Voices Strong OppositionArshad Madni, president of Jamiat Ulema-e-Hind, strongly criticized the move, calling it unconstitutional. He remarked, “They think the country belongs to them and that they can guide the people in any direction, but times have changed. It is good that people live with love and brotherhood, which is what Jamiat Ulema-e-Hind teaches. This issue is not limited to Kedarnath alone. In Assam, entire colonies are being demolished and millions of Mu...

Who is IAS Alka Tiwari, Who Coincidentally Took the Same Post as Her Husband

27Jan

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Jharkhand, State

Who is IAS Alka Tiwari, Who Coincidentally Took the Same Post as Her Husband

Ranchi, Jharkhand: The Jharkhand government has appointed senior retired Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer Alka Tiwari (1988 batch) as the State Election Commissioner of Jharkhand. Ms. Tiwari had retired as the Chief Secretary of Jharkhand on 30 September 2025, and shortly after, she was entrusted with this new responsibility. On 27 January 2026, she announced the dates for the upcoming municipal elections in the state. Four-Year Tenure as State Election CommissionerAlka Tiwari will hold the position of State Election Commissioner for a term of four years, or until she attains the age of 65, whichever comes first. Her appointment has been made under the powers conferred by Section 66(2) of the Jharkhand Panchayati Raj Act, 2001, and the terms and conditions of service are gove...

Rishikesh: ‘Angels’ in Action — Rafting Guides Rescue Drowning Youth, Save Life with CPR

27Jan

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State, Uttarakhand

Rishikesh: ‘Angels’ in Action — Rafting Guides Rescue Drowning Youth, Save Life with CPR

Rishikesh, Uttarakhand: A potentially tragic incident in the Ganga River turned into a story of heroism, thanks to the quick thinking and bravery of local rafting guides. A young man began to drown while bathing in the river, but the timely intervention of trained guides and the application of CPR saved his life. The incident occurred at Yusuf Beach in the Eco-Tourism Zone under the Shivpuri police jurisdiction. The 22-year-old youth, identified as Avinash, was visiting Shivpuri with friends and had stepped into the river when his foot slipped, pulling him into deep, fast-flowing water. Rafting Guides Rush to RescueOn hearing the commotion, Vipin Sharma, a trainer conducting rafting sessions nearby, rushed to the scene. Without wasting a moment, he threw a rope and, with the help of ...