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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...

Young Farmers in Karnataka Struggle to Marry; Congress MLA Urges Siddaramaiah Government for Special Incentives

19Feb

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Karnataka, State

Young Farmers in Karnataka Struggle to Marry; Congress MLA Urges Siddaramaiah Government for Special Incentives

Bengaluru: In Karnataka, many young farmers are remaining unmarried well past the age of 30, as women often hesitate to marry into farming families. Congress MLA H.D. Ranganath has written to the state government, urging the Siddaramaiah-led administration to introduce a special incentive program to address this issue. MLA’s Proposal to Support Young Farmers In a letter dated 18 February, Ranganath, representing the Kunigal constituency, highlighted that his constituency is predominantly rural and heavily dependent on agriculture. He pointed out that a significant number of young men earn their livelihoods through farming, but many face difficulties in finding marriage partners. He wrote: “Many men in rural areas remain unmarried even after turning 30 due to prevailing social t...

Man Arrested for Threatening to Kill Rahul Gandhi and 25 Congress MPs; BJP and Accused Deny Links

19Feb

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Politics, Rajasthan, State

Man Arrested for Threatening to Kill Rahul Gandhi and 25 Congress MPs; BJP and Accused Deny Links

Kota, Rajasthan: A shocking video from Kota has created a political stir across the country. A man claiming to be a spokesperson of the Karni Sena, identified as Raj Singh Amera, openly threatened to enter the homes of Rahul Gandhi and 25 Congress MPs and shoot them. Within hours of the video going viral, Kota police took swift action and detained the accused. Threats Against Rahul Gandhi and Congress MPs In the video shared by the Congress party, Raj Singh Amera appears aggressive and refers to the disruption caused by opposition MPs outside Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla’s chamber. He stated that the misbehavior of the 25 MPs would not be tolerated. He warned: “If this happens again, we will break into their homes and shoot each one. Rahul Gandhi should hear me – I will enter your ...

Madhya Pradesh Weather, 20 February 2026: Rain, Hail, and Wind Sweep Over 30 Districts

19Feb

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Madhya Pradesh, State

Madhya Pradesh Weather, 20 February 2026: Rain, Hail, and Wind Sweep Over 30 Districts

Bhopal: Madhya Pradesh is witnessing a major weather shift as western disturbances bring rain, hail, and strong winds across the state. Over 30 districts, including Bhopal, Ujjain, Gwalior, Indore, Shajapur, and Dhar, reported rainfall, while some areas experienced hailstorms. This sudden change has brought a return of cold conditions to several regions. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned that similar weather is expected in 17 districts on Friday, 20 February. Districts Likely to Experience Rain and Storms According to the IMD, rainfall or thunderstorms may occur in the following districts on Friday: Vidisha, Raisen, Ashoknagar, Shivpuri, Gwalior, Datia, Bhind, Rewa, Mauganj, Satna, Panna, Damoh, Sagar, Chhatarpur, Tikamgarh, Niwari, and Maihar. The IMD has also ...

Jharkhand Budget Session Highlights: Irrigation Delays, Displaced Families Await Relief, and Farmers Face Water Access Issues

19Feb

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Jharkhand, Politics, State

Jharkhand Budget Session Highlights: Irrigation Delays, Displaced Families Await Relief, and Farmers Face Water Access Issues

Ranchi: Displacement caused by irrigation projects and dam construction remains a pressing issue in Jharkhand, as many affected families continue to wait for government assistance. Meanwhile, farmers still face challenges in accessing water for their fields, even though large-scale dams and irrigation schemes have been implemented across the state. These concerns were highlighted during Thursday’s session of the Jharkhand Assembly. Industrial vs. Agricultural Water Access Several small and large irrigation projects have been initiated to provide water to farmlands across rural Jharkhand. While industrial units receive No Objection Certificates (NOCs) almost immediately for water access, farmers often face delays. Lawmakers raised concerns that many displaced residents have not receiv...

Woman in Bahraich Mutilates Own Abdomen Amid Labor Pain, Gives Birth to Healthy Baby

19Feb

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Woman in Bahraich Mutilates Own Abdomen Amid Labor Pain, Gives Birth to Healthy Baby

Bahraich, UP: In a shocking and horrifying incident, a woman in Bahraich district could not bear the excruciating pain of labor and reportedly cut open her own abdomen with a kitchen knife at home. She was rushed to the hospital, where she successfully delivered a baby girl. The Incident The incident took place in Nandwal village, where 38-year-old Nankai, who had been pregnant, started experiencing severe labor pain on Thursday morning. Alone at home, she initially tried to manage the pain, but when it became unbearable, she used a vegetable knife to injure her abdomen. Neighbors rushed to the house upon hearing her screams and were left horrified at the scene. Emergency Response Nankai’s mother arrived shortly after the incident. The woman was immediately taken to the Comm...

Mohan Bhagwat Meets CM Yogi; Keshav Maurya and Brajesh Pathak Join Discussions — BJP-RSS Gear Up for 2027 UP Elections

19Feb

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Mohan Bhagwat Meets CM Yogi; Keshav Maurya and Brajesh Pathak Join Discussions — BJP-RSS Gear Up for 2027 UP Elections

Lucknow: The political equations in Uttar Pradesh are being carefully recalibrated as the state enters an election year. With the 2027 Assembly elections just a year away, key political and organizational strategies are already being laid out. As part of the centenary celebrations of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat is currently on a tour of Uttar Pradesh. After visiting Gorkhpur, he reached Lucknow on Wednesday, drawing the attention of top state leaders. CM Yogi Meets RSS Chief Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath met with Mohan Bhagwat at Saraswati Kunj in Nirala Nagar, Lucknow, in a meeting that lasted approximately 40 minutes. The discussions focused on the political direction of the state, preparations for the 2027 Assembly elections, and strategies to e...