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Ashok Gehlot Strikes Hard: Declaring Rajasthan ‘Disturbed’ Is Shameful, Targets Government Over Disturbed Area Act

24Jan

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Rajasthan, State

Ashok Gehlot Strikes Hard: Declaring Rajasthan ‘Disturbed’ Is Shameful, Targets Government Over Disturbed Area Act

Jaipur: Former Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot has launched a scathing attack on the state BJP government over the implementation of the Disturbed Area Act, calling it an affront to Rajasthan’s rich cultural heritage. Through social media, Gehlot expressed his outrage, stating that the state, where the ethos of “Padharo Mharo Des” and communal harmony runs deep, is now being labeled as “disturbed.” He described the move as one of the most shameful steps in Rajasthan’s history. “Model of Peace vs. Laboratory of Communal Politics”Gehlot recalled that during the Congress rule, the party, inspired by Mahatma Gandhi’s ideals, had established India’s first Department of Peace and Non-Violence. The department aimed to strengthen society through dialogue, harmony, and love, leaving no spa...

Flights Cancelled, Highways Blocked, But Srinagar Vande Bharat Train Runs Smoothly Amid Kashmir Snowfall – A Historic Moment

24Jan

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jammu and kashmir, State

Flights Cancelled, Highways Blocked, But Srinagar Vande Bharat Train Runs Smoothly Amid Kashmir Snowfall – A Historic Moment

Srinagar: Fresh snowfall swept across several parts of the Kashmir Valley on Friday, blanketing districts including Budgam, Baramulla, Kupwara, Shopian, Pulwama, Bandipora, Anantnag, and Kulgam. Srinagar city witnessed its first snowfall of the season, leading to widespread disruptions. The Srinagar-Jammu National Highway was temporarily closed, and numerous flights were cancelled due to adverse weather conditions. Despite the chaos, the Vande Bharat Express running from Katra to Srinagar continued its journey uninterrupted, creating a historic moment in Kashmir’s railway history. A Swiss-like Winter WonderlandPassengers aboard the train described the snow-covered landscapes as “even more breathtaking than Switzerland.” Official bulletins highlighted the natural beauty of Jammu and K...

Shivpal Yadav Slams BJP Over Swami Avimukteshwaranand Controversy, Questions Their Claim to Sanatan Values

24Jan

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Shivpal Yadav Slams BJP Over Swami Avimukteshwaranand Controversy, Questions Their Claim to Sanatan Values

Lucknow, January 24:Senior Samajwadi Party leader Shivpal Singh Yadav has entered the ongoing controversy surrounding Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati, taking a strong stance against the BJP. The dispute, which erupted during the Makar Mela in Prayagraj, has escalated after a confrontation between the Shankaracharya and his followers during the Mauni Amavasya bathing festival. Shivpal’s Statement Addressing the media, Shivpal Yadav criticized the BJP for allegedly misleading people in the name of Sanatan Dharma. He questioned how party leaders could claim to uphold Hindu traditions while allegedly disrespecting revered figures like Swami Avimukteshwaranand. “The BJP speaks in the name of Sanatan Dharma, but this is misleading. In Prayagraj, the real mela and bathing rites began...

‘Nishant’ Rising in Bihar Politics? JDU Posters, Lalan Singh’s Nod, and Nitish’s Smile Fuel Speculation

24Jan

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Bihar, Politics, State

‘Nishant’ Rising in Bihar Politics? JDU Posters, Lalan Singh’s Nod, and Nitish’s Smile Fuel Speculation

Patna, January 24Speculation about the political entry of Nishant Kumar, son of Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, has gained momentum once again. The buzz intensified during the Saraswati Puja organized by the JD(U) IT cell in Patna, where both father and son were present, though at different times. Nishant arrived earlier, followed later by CM Nitish Kumar. Their brief meeting sparked fresh discussions in political circles about whether Nishant is poised to enter active politics soon. Adding fuel to the speculation, senior JD(U) leader and Union Minister Lalan Singh publicly suggested that Nishant should now enter politics. Nitish Kumar, reportedly smiling at the remark, remained non-committal, but the conversation reinforced the growing narrative that Nishant’s political debut may be...

Karpuri Thakur: The Fire of Reservation Scorched His Government; Twice CM, But Never Completed Full Term

24Jan

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Bihar, State

Karpuri Thakur: The Fire of Reservation Scorched His Government; Twice CM, But Never Completed Full Term

Patna, January 24Today marks the birth anniversary of Jan Nayak Karpuri Thakur (24 January 1924 – 17 February 1988), Bihar’s indomitable leader who rose from humble beginnings to become Chief Minister twice, yet never completed a full term in office. Known for his courage and commitment to social justice, Thakur’s tenure was marked by coalition challenges and the fiery politics of reservation. First Term: Overcoming Bhola Paswan Shastri’s Challenge Karpuri Thakur first became Chief Minister in December 1970, after navigating a political challenge from Bhola Paswan Shastri. Following the resignation of CM Daroga Prasad Rai on 1 December 1970, Shastri sought to form the government with the support of the Indira Congress faction. However, the Governor invited Thakur’s party, the Samyukt...

Wedding Procession Braves Heavy Snowfall in Uttarakhand; Groom and Bride Walk 21 km to Reach Home

24Jan

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State, Uttarakhand

Wedding Procession Braves Heavy Snowfall in Uttarakhand; Groom and Bride Walk 21 km to Reach Home

Dehradun, January 24Heavy snowfall across Uttarakhand’s mountainous regions turned weddings into unforgettable stories of resilience and devotion, as marriage ceremonies were solemnised amid snow-covered landscapes. While snow brought cheer to tourists and locals alike, it also posed serious challenges—most notably in Chamoli district, where a groom walked 21 kilometres on foot with his bride and wedding procession after roads became impassable. In Rudraprayag district, at the sacred Triyuginarayan Temple—believed to be the legendary wedding site of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati—seven couples tied the knot on Friday amid intense snowfall. The historic temple, a popular wedding destination, witnessed rare scenes as priests, couples, and family members performed rituals while braving fre...

Why Was the 10-kg Silver Threshold Not Worshipped at Banke Bihari Temple? Legal Notice and Traditions Trigger Controversy

24Jan

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Why Was the 10-kg Silver Threshold Not Worshipped at Banke Bihari Temple? Legal Notice and Traditions Trigger Controversy

Mathura, January 24A controversy has erupted at the world-famous Thakur Shri Banke Bihari Temple in Vrindavan over the installation of a new silver threshold (chaukhat/dehri) at the sanctum entrance. Despite the donation of over 10 kilograms of silver, the ceremonial worship of the new threshold did not take place as scheduled, sparking intense debate among devotees, temple authorities, and religious scholars. The issue revolves around a newly installed silver threshold weighing approximately 10.5 kg, donated by a devotee for the main entrance of the temple’s sanctum sanctorum. During its 10th meeting held on January 19, the High-Powered Committee managing the temple, chaired by Ashok Kumar, had publicly announced that a formal “Dehri Pujan” would be conducted on the auspicious occasion...

UGC Act Part of an Arab Countries’ Conspiracy, Claims Mahamandaleshwar Yati Narsinghanand Giri

24Jan

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State, Uttar Pradesh

UGC Act Part of an Arab Countries’ Conspiracy, Claims Mahamandaleshwar Yati Narsinghanand Giri

Ghaziabad, January 24:Mahamandaleshwar Yati Narsinghanand Giri of the Shri Panchdashnam Juna Akhara has made serious allegations regarding the University Grants Commission (UGC) Act, claiming that it is part of a larger international conspiracy involving Arab countries, particularly the United Arab Emirates. Yati Narsinghanand Giri was detained by the Ghaziabad police on Saturday while he was on his way to Delhi to protest against the UGC Act. He, along with his followers, had planned to stage an indefinite hunger strike at Jantar Mantar. However, the police prevented him from leaving and placed him under house arrest at his temple, citing law and order concerns. Speaking to the media, the Mahamandaleshwar claimed that senior officials from India’s top intelligence agencies have alle...

Doctor Accused of Medical Negligence After Wrong Plaster Treatment Leaves 9-Year-Old in Pain for a Month

24Jan

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Chhattisgarh, State

Doctor Accused of Medical Negligence After Wrong Plaster Treatment Leaves 9-Year-Old in Pain for a Month

A case of alleged medical negligence has surfaced in Durg district, Chhattisgarh, where a nine-year-old child reportedly suffered prolonged pain and complications after a doctor applied a plaster based solely on an X-ray reviewed over a mobile phone, without direct specialist supervision. The incident took place at Aastha Hospital in Utai area, where the child was treated for a fracture in his right arm. X-Ray Shared on WhatsApp, Plaster Applied Locally According to the family, the child, Salok Banjare, a resident of Patora village, sustained a fracture in an accident on December 26. He was taken to Aastha Hospital, where Dr Pawan Tiwari (BAMS/MD, D.Pharm) conducted an X-ray. Instead of referring the child to an orthopaedic specialist, Dr Tiwari allegedly shared the X-ray image...

Expelled TMC MLA Humayun Kabir Offers Alliance to BJP, Congress and CPM—Sets CM Post as Condition

24Jan

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Politics, West Bengal

Expelled TMC MLA Humayun Kabir Offers Alliance to BJP, Congress and CPM—Sets CM Post as Condition

Amid the ongoing political turbulence in West Bengal over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise, Humayun Kabir, an expelled Trinamool Congress (TMC) legislator who recently grabbed national attention for laying the foundation stone of a Babri Mosque in Murshidabad, has made a dramatic political move by offering an alliance to the BJP, as well as to the Congress, CPI(M), and ISF—with a striking precondition. Kabir has said he would be willing to enter into an alliance only if he is projected as the Chief Ministerial candidate. ‘Make Me CM, I’ll Join the Alliance’ Speaking to reporters on Friday, Kabir stated that he would have no objection to aligning with the BJP provided the party assures him the post of Chief Minister in the event of victory. “If I get 100 seats and ...