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Bank Officials Accused of Misappropriating Compensation Meant for Sons Killed in Aurangabad Train Tragedy; Elderly Man Appeals to Collector

22Jan

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Madhya Pradesh, State

Bank Officials Accused of Misappropriating Compensation Meant for Sons Killed in Aurangabad Train Tragedy; Elderly Man Appeals to Collector

Shahdol (Madhya Pradesh): In a case that has shocked the conscience of many, an elderly man from Shahdol district has alleged that bank officials siphoned off compensation money awarded to him after the tragic deaths of his two sons in the Aurangabad train accident during the COVID-19 lockdown in May 2020. The complainant, Gajraj Singh, lost both his sons in the incident in which 16 migrant workers were crushed by a goods train while walking along railway tracks in Maharashtra’s Aurangabad district. Following the tragedy, Gajraj Singh received a total compensation of ₹24 lakh for the deaths of his sons, along with ₹1.05 lakh under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana. “They Took Advantage of My Illiteracy” On Tuesday, Gajraj Singh approached the Shahdol District Collector during a publi...

Bengaluru Ranks World’s Second Most Congested City, Pune at Fifth — Here’s Which City Tops the List

22Jan

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Karnataka, State

Bengaluru Ranks World’s Second Most Congested City, Pune at Fifth — Here’s Which City Tops the List

Bengaluru: Known nationwide for its traffic snarls, Bengaluru has now earned an unwelcome global distinction. According to the TomTom Traffic Index 2025, the Karnataka capital has been ranked the second most traffic-congested city in the world. The report reveals that traveling just 10 kilometres in Bengaluru takes more than 36 minutes on average, while during peak hours the journey can stretch beyond 40 minutes. The ranking places Mexico City at number one, making it the most congested city globally. Ireland’s Dublin ranks third, followed by Łódź in Poland at fourth place. Pune, Maharashtra’s fast-growing city, stands at fifth position, making it the second Indian city in the global top five. 10 Kilometres, 36 Minutes — A Daily Struggle The TomTom report highlights that an averag...

Jalaun: Man Falls on Railway Track Before Oncoming Train, RPF Constable Saves Life in Just 8 Seconds

22Jan

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Jalaun: Man Falls on Railway Track Before Oncoming Train, RPF Constable Saves Life in Just 8 Seconds

Jalaun (Uttar Pradesh): A dramatic and life-saving act by a Railway Protection Force (RPF) constable at Orai Railway Station in Jalaun district has won widespread praise. In a heart-stopping incident caught on CCTV, an alert RPF jawan rescued a passenger who had fallen onto the railway track just seconds before a speeding train passed through. The incident occurred when a passenger, later identified as Bhagwan Das, a resident of Ikhlas Pura locality in Orai, was crossing the railway track in haste. He was traveling with his wife to Delhi to visit relatives. At the same time, a goods train was approaching the station at full speed after receiving a green signal. Quick Thinking Prevents Tragedy As Bhagwan Das attempted to cross the track, he lost balance and fell. Within moments, RP...

Ganga Water to Reach Drought-Hit Fields of Bihar: Modi Government Approves 132-km Pipeline Project

22Jan

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Bihar, State

Ganga Water to Reach Drought-Hit Fields of Bihar: Modi Government Approves 132-km Pipeline Project

Patna: In a landmark decision aimed at addressing Bihar’s chronic water crisis, the Central government led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved an ambitious Ganga Water Supply Project. The Central Water Commission (CWC) has given its nod to the project’s Preliminary Project Report (PPR), paving the way for surplus Ganga water to be transported to the state’s dry reservoirs through an extensive pipeline network. Under the scheme, excess water from the Ganga during the monsoon season will be diverted to reservoirs in southern Bihar. The state’s Water Resources Department is now preparing to translate the plan into action, with a Detailed Project Report (DPR) expected to be finalized within the next two to three months. 132-Km Pipeline in First Phase In the first phase of the...

Rajasthan Police to Change Its Approach: Photos and Videos of Accused Persons Will No Longer Be Released

22Jan

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Rajasthan, State

Rajasthan Police to Change Its Approach: Photos and Videos of Accused Persons Will No Longer Be Released

Jaipur: In a significant shift in policing practice, the Rajasthan Police has decided that photographs and videos of arrested accused persons will no longer be made public. The decision follows strict directions issued by the Rajasthan High Court and has been formalized through an order released late Wednesday night by Additional Director General of Police (Crime) Dr. Hawa Singh Ghumaria. The Police Headquarters has clarified that the move is aimed at protecting the privacy, dignity, and human rights of individuals taken into custody. To ensure uniform implementation across the state, a standard operating procedure (SOP) has now been enforced. SOP Implemented in Compliance with High Court Order The SOP has been issued in compliance with an order passed by the Rajasthan High Court,...

‘Super Cop Gauri’, Who Arrested Shahabuddin, Is Now an SDPO — Inspired by TV Serial Udaan

22Jan

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Bihar, State

‘Super Cop Gauri’, Who Arrested Shahabuddin, Is Now an SDPO — Inspired by TV Serial Udaan

Siwan: The woman police officer who once scripted a historic chapter in Bihar policing by arresting former MP Mohammad Shahabuddin is back in the spotlight. Gauri Kumari, fondly remembered as “Super Cop Gauri,” has now been promoted and is currently serving as a Sub-Divisional Police Officer (SDPO). She took charge as SDPO of Maharajganj subdivision in Siwan district last year. On November 5, 2005, Gauri Kumari led a five-member special task team of the Bihar Police and arrested the then RJD MP Mohammad Shahabuddin from his official residence in Delhi. The arrest of one of Bihar’s most powerful and controversial political figures was considered nearly impossible at the time—until Gauri Kumari made it happen. When a Woman Officer Made History The incident dates back more than two d...

How Did I-PAC Take a ₹13.5 Crore Loan From a Non-Existent Company? Troubles May Deepen After ED Probe

22Jan

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Politics, State, West Bengal

How Did I-PAC Take a ₹13.5 Crore Loan From a Non-Existent Company? Troubles May Deepen After ED Probe

Kolkata: Political consultancy firm Indian Political Action Committee (I-PAC) may be heading for deeper trouble as fresh questions emerge over an alleged ₹13.5 crore loan taken from a company that, according to official records, does not exist. The revelation comes amid an ongoing investigation by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) into suspected financial irregularities linked to the firm. As reported by The Indian Express, I-PAC claimed to have received a ₹13.50 crore loan in 2021 from a Rohtak-based firm named Ramasetu Infrastructure India (P) Limited. However, a verification of records maintained by the Registrar of Companies (ROC) shows that no such company has ever been registered, raising serious doubts about the legitimacy of the transaction. Loan Claim Under the Scanner Acc...

Nitish Kumar Announces Free Rooftop Solar Panels in Bihar, But How Will They Be Installed? Here’s Everything You Need to Know

22Jan

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Bihar, Politics, State

Nitish Kumar Announces Free Rooftop Solar Panels in Bihar, But How Will They Be Installed? Here’s Everything You Need to Know

Patna: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, currently on his Samriddhi Yatra, has been repeatedly emphasizing free electricity and free solar energy in his public addresses. The announcement that the state government will install solar panels on the rooftops of willing households has generated widespread interest. However, the key question remains: how will this scheme actually be implemented? Here is a detailed explanation. Zero-Cost Electricity for Poor Families Under the vision of “Solar-Energy Self-Reliant Bihar,” Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has announced a major initiative to promote rooftop solar power across the state. He has reiterated that solar panels will be installed free of cost for eligible families, especially targeting the poor and middle class. The Chief Minister st...

Mirzapur Gym Trainer Arrested After Police Encounter; Accused of Blackmailing Two Women with Private Videos

22Jan

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Mirzapur Gym Trainer Arrested After Police Encounter; Accused of Blackmailing Two Women with Private Videos

Mirzapur, Uttar Pradesh: A tense police encounter took place in Barkachha area of Dehat Kotwali, Mirzapur, resulting in the arrest of gym trainer and owner Farid. During the encounter, Farid was shot in the leg. Police recovered two illegal firearms from the scene. Background of the CaseThe case was initiated following complaints from two young women who alleged that Farid had gained their trust under the pretense of friendship and romance, secretly recorded private videos, and then blackmailed them. Further investigation revealed that the trainer was allegedly part of a larger organized network. In connection with this case, Mohammad Sheikh Ali Alam, Faizal Khan, Zaheer, and Sadab have already been arrested, and five gyms, including KGN and B-Fit, have been sealed. Details of the En...

Gehlot Questions Rajyavardhan Rathore’s Claims, Demands Probe into Two Years of Recruitment Exams

22Jan

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Rajasthan, State

Gehlot Questions Rajyavardhan Rathore’s Claims, Demands Probe into Two Years of Recruitment Exams

Jaipur, Rajasthan: Former Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot has demanded a thorough investigation into the recruitment examinations conducted in 2024 and 2025 following revelations of an OMR sheet scandal at the Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSMSSB). The call comes after several employees linked to the scam were arrested, raising serious concerns about the credibility of the state’s recruitment process. Gehlot’s Criticism of BJP GovernmentGehlot sharply criticized the current BJP-led state government, highlighting systemic irregularities in the Staff Selection Board. In a post on the social media platform X, he noted that the OMR sheet manipulation scandal casts doubts over the fairness of exams conducted under the same staff and system. According to the Special Operations Group (SOG) repo...