Friday, December 26

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Mahoba Tragedy: Nephew Kills Uncle Over 30-Year-Old Feud
State, Uttar Pradesh

Mahoba Tragedy: Nephew Kills Uncle Over 30-Year-Old Feud

Mahoba, Uttar Pradesh: In a shocking act of familial vengeance, a nephew allegedly shot dead his uncle in Mahoba district, rekindling a decades-old grudge that ended in tragedy. According to police reports, the incident occurred on Sunday evening in Gugora village under the Kabarai police station area. Monu Singh, the victim’s nephew, is accused of shooting his uncle, Gulab Singh Parihar (60), citing a long-standing dispute. Following the shooting, Monu Singh fled the scene, creating panic in the village. Authorities have deployed four police teams to track down the suspect. Sequence of Events Gulab Singh Parihar, who lived with his family near the district headquarters, had gone to Gugora village to oversee irrigation of his fields. Monu Singh, reportedly lying in wait, suddenly ...
Chittorgarh Tragedy: Teen Dies After Snake Bite While Shooting Reel, Music Played On as Crowd Watched
Rajasthan, State

Chittorgarh Tragedy: Teen Dies After Snake Bite While Shooting Reel, Music Played On as Crowd Watched

Chittorgarh: A tragic incident highlighting the deadly consequences of superstition and risky social media trends has come to light from Rolheda village in Rajasthan’s Chittorgarh district, where a minor boy lost his life after being bitten by a highly venomous snake while shooting a reel. According to reports, the incident occurred on Friday when a common krait snake, one of the most poisonous species, emerged inside the house of Laxman Jat, a dairy farmer. His son Mohit, a Class 11 student, picked up the snake and, following a local religious tradition known as Dev Aagman, began moving towards a deity’s shrine. During this procession, loud DJ music was playing, villagers were dancing, and the boy was recording a reel for social media. Snake Bit Him Repeatedly, Event Continued Wh...
Setback for BJP in Maharashtra: Six Members of One Family Lose Nanded Civic Polls to Ajit Pawar–Led NCP
Maharashtra, Politics, State

Setback for BJP in Maharashtra: Six Members of One Family Lose Nanded Civic Polls to Ajit Pawar–Led NCP

Nanded: Despite its broader influence in Maharashtra’s local body elections, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) suffered a significant setback in the Loha Municipal Council elections in Nanded district, where all six candidates from a single family fielded by the party were defeated. The defeats came at the hands of the Ajit Pawar–led Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), a key ally in the ruling Mahayuti alliance. The BJP had nominated six members of the influential Suryavanshi family, a decision that sparked widespread criticism even before polling. Among those defeated was Gajanan Suryavanshi, the BJP’s candidate for the post of Municipal Council President. He was defeated by Sharad Pawar, the NCP (Ajit Pawar faction) candidate. Other defeated BJP candidates from the same family included G...
CLAT 2026 Topper Geetali Gupta Rejects Dummy Schools, Credits Regular Education for Success
Madhya Pradesh, State

CLAT 2026 Topper Geetali Gupta Rejects Dummy Schools, Credits Regular Education for Success

CLAT 2026 All India Rank–1 holder Geetali Gupta has strongly spoken against the growing trend of dummy schools, asserting that regular schooling plays a crucial role in a student’s overall development and academic success. During her visit to Bhopal, the 17-year-old topper said that preparation for competitive exams like CLAT can be effectively managed alongside routine school education. Emphasising discipline and balance, she noted that consistent efforts and focused study habits are the real keys to success, not shortcuts. Addressing students at a school event, Geetali shared that she scored 96.6% in Class 10 and prepared for Class 12 with the same dedication. She underlined the importance of balance and continuity, advising students to stay determined, believe in themselves, and m...
Ghaziabad: GDA to Set Up Dedicated Marketing Cell to Accelerate Property Sales and New Projects
State, Uttar Pradesh

Ghaziabad: GDA to Set Up Dedicated Marketing Cell to Accelerate Property Sales and New Projects

boost revenue and fast-track stalled developments, the Ghaziabad Development Authority (GDA) has decided to establish a dedicated Marketing Cell to sell its unsold properties and give fresh momentum to upcoming projects. According to officials, the new Marketing Cell will focus on branding GDA properties, promoting project features, and simplifying the home-buying process for customers. The initiative aims to address the long-pending issue of GDA properties worth crores of rupees that have remained unsold for several years. To ensure professional execution, the Marketing Cell will be staffed through outsourcing, with experienced marketing experts entrusted with attracting buyers, showcasing project advantages, and closing sales effectively. In addition, GDA is set to hire a separa...
Nitish Government Bets on Expressways to Transform Bihar’s Development, Boost State Revenue
Bihar, State

Nitish Government Bets on Expressways to Transform Bihar’s Development, Boost State Revenue

The Nitish Kumar-led Bihar government is preparing to redraw the state’s development roadmap by focusing on large-scale expressway projects aimed at accelerating economic growth, improving connectivity, and increasing state revenue. Inspired by the expressway model successfully implemented in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar is now moving towards building expressways largely on its own strength. Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, who has long emphasized self-reliance and sustainable development, has taken a fresh resolve to reduce dependence on the Centre by creating a state-driven expressway network. The move is being seen as a major policy shift in Bihar’s infrastructure planning. Independent Expressway Authority to Be Formed According to official sources, the state government plans to establish ...
Tiger Roar Grows Louder in Palamu Tiger Reserve, Elephant Numbers Decline: Latest Report
Jharkhand, State

Tiger Roar Grows Louder in Palamu Tiger Reserve, Elephant Numbers Decline: Latest Report

The year 2025 has emerged as a milestone in Jharkhand’s wildlife conservation history, with the Palamu Tiger Reserve (PTR) recording a significant rise in its tiger population. According to the latest official data, the number of tigers in PTR has increased to six, reflecting the success of sustained conservation and protection efforts. PTR Deputy Director Prajeshkant Jena stated that the growing tiger population is a major achievement for wildlife management in the region. He also highlighted that for the first time, a comprehensive census of carnivorous animals and vultures was conducted this year, marking a new chapter in ecological monitoring. Successful Rescue of Tiger ‘Samrat’ One of the most remarkable achievements of the year was the successful rescue of a tiger named ‘Sam...
Movie Show Halted Midway in Ghaziabad Mall After Dispute Over Children Watching ‘A’-Rated Film
State, Uttar Pradesh

Movie Show Halted Midway in Ghaziabad Mall After Dispute Over Children Watching ‘A’-Rated Film

A major commotion broke out at Gaur Mall, located in Raj Nagar District Centre (RDC), Ghaziabad, after a screening of actor Ranveer Singh’s film ‘Dhurandhar’ was abruptly stopped midway, triggering a heated dispute between theatre staff and audience members who had come with children. The incident occurred when the theatre management halted the show upon realizing that minors were present in the auditorium, despite the film carrying an ‘A’ (Adults Only) certificate from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). The sudden stoppage left children and their parents shocked, soon escalating into arguments and chaos inside the cinema premises. Objectionable Content Sparks Controversy According to eyewitnesses and viral video footage circulating on social media, several viewers ca...
Bihar: All Schools Closed in Bhojpur District Amid Severe Cold Wave, Orders District Magistrate
Bihar, State

Bihar: All Schools Closed in Bhojpur District Amid Severe Cold Wave, Orders District Magistrate

In view of the severe cold wave and continuous drop in temperature, the District Magistrate of Bhojpur has ordered the closure of all government and private schools across the district to safeguard the health of children. According to the official order, all pre-schools, Anganwadi centres, and schools up to Class VIII will remain completely closed from December 22 to December 23. The decision was taken as the district recorded temperatures falling below 10 degrees Celsius, intensifying the cold wave conditions in the region. Health of Children Cited as Primary Concern The District Administration stated that the move was necessary to prevent adverse health effects on children due to extreme cold, icy winds, and foggy weather conditions prevailing in Bhojpur, including Ara city. ...
German Couple Detained Near India–Pakistan Border Fined ₹6 Lakh, Deportation Initiated
Rajasthan, State

German Couple Detained Near India–Pakistan Border Fined ₹6 Lakh, Deportation Initiated

Security and intelligence agencies have taken strict action against a German couple detained in the border area of Sri Karanpur in Sri Ganganagar district, close to the India–Pakistan international border. Following a detailed investigation, the authorities have imposed a fine of ₹6 lakh on the couple and initiated deportation proceedings as per established protocols. According to official sources, the couple was taken into custody after they were found moving in a sensitive border zone without proper authorization. The Joint Intelligence Committee (JIC) conducted an extensive interrogation, during which several crucial disclosures were made. Links to Sensitive Religious Conversion Case Under Probe Investigators revealed that the German nationals had arrived in the region to gathe...