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Raipur: Shop of Child Rape Accused Abdul Sajjad Ansari Bulldozed by Municipal Authorities

22Jan

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Chhattisgarh, State

Raipur: Shop of Child Rape Accused Abdul Sajjad Ansari Bulldozed by Municipal Authorities

The Raipur Municipal Corporation (RMC) on Wednesday demolished the shop of Abdul Sajjad Ansari, a 55-year-old man accused of sexually assaulting an 11-year-old girl. The shop had been constructed illegally on government land near Jhanda Chowk, Raja Talab, prompting the civic authorities to take action after multiple notices to the accused went unheeded. Officials said the demolition was carried out under tight security, with teams from the district administration and the local ward office present at the site. According to the RMC, complaints regarding illegal encroachments in the area had been received earlier, and Ansari was issued three notices to submit property-related documents and vacate the premises. However, he neither cleared the site nor removed his belongings, leading to the ...

Seoni Cow Slaughter Case: Five Arrested After Cattle Remains Found Near Industrial Area

22Jan

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Madhya Pradesh, State

Seoni Cow Slaughter Case: Five Arrested After Cattle Remains Found Near Industrial Area

Seoni, Madhya Pradesh: The Seoni police have cracked a high-profile cow slaughter case after cattle remains were discovered near the Bhurkal Khapa Industrial Area, leading to the arrest of five accused. The main suspect, Amit Chaurasia, reportedly killed two cows at his field in Kapurdān, Chhindwara, before dumping the remains in Seoni. Police Launch Swift InvestigationThe incident triggered alarm in the area, and local Hindu organizations, including the Hindu Sevak Parishad, promptly alerted the police. Thana In-charge Dundda Seoni, Additional SP, SDOP Seoni, and the Dog Squad team rushed to the scene to begin an investigation. Car Leads to BreakthroughDuring the probe, police spotted a suspicious car near the crime scene. Using intelligence sources, the vehicle was traced to a man ...

Rajasthan High Court Clears Path for Timely Panchayat Elections, Dismisses Over 60 Petitions

22Jan

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Rajasthan, State

Rajasthan High Court Clears Path for Timely Panchayat Elections, Dismisses Over 60 Petitions

Jaipur, Rajasthan: The Rajasthan High Court has cleared the way for Panchayat elections to be conducted on schedule, dismissing more than 60 petitions challenging the delimitation and restructuring of local bodies. The court emphasized that these processes are administrative in nature, and judicial intervention at this stage could disrupt the democratic process. Judges Stress Timely ElectionsA division bench comprising Justice Inderjit Singh and Justice Ravi Chirania observed that accepting petitions against delimitation before every election could unnecessarily delay democracy. The court noted that ensuring a time-bound electoral process is a constitutional duty, and no interference should obstruct it. April 15 Deadline Set for ElectionsCiting Supreme Court directives, the bench ord...

CM Nitish Launches ₹202 Crore Development Bonanza in Siwan During ‘Samriddhi Yatra’

22Jan

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Bihar, Politics, State

CM Nitish Launches ₹202 Crore Development Bonanza in Siwan During ‘Samriddhi Yatra’

Siwan, Bihar: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar arrived in Siwan today as part of his ongoing ‘Samriddhi Yatra’, inaugurating and laying the foundation for a massive 71 development projects worth over ₹202 crore at the historic Rajendra Stadium. The mega-event also includes a direct public interaction, allowing the Chief Minister to engage with residents and hear their concerns firsthand. A Milestone for Siwan’s DevelopmentThe projects unveiled today mark a significant step toward strengthening Siwan’s infrastructure and improving the quality of life for its citizens. Chief Minister Nitish emphasized that the initiative is not just about inaugurating projects but also about assessing the ground realities of development and accelerating the state’s vision of a ‘Viksit Bihar’ (Developed B...

BJP-Shiv Sena Alliance Set to Claim Mayoral Posts in Thane, Kalyan-Dombivli, and Ulhasnagar

22Jan

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Maharashtra, Politics, State

BJP-Shiv Sena Alliance Set to Claim Mayoral Posts in Thane, Kalyan-Dombivli, and Ulhasnagar

Mumbai, Maharashtra: The recent municipal corporation elections in Maharashtra have delivered a major victory for the BJP, while Shiv Sena also recorded significant success in Thane district. In Thane and Kalyan-Dombivli municipal corporations, the two parties contested as an alliance, whereas in Ulhasnagar, they went head-to-head. Alliance Secures MajorityThe BJP-Shiv Sena Mahayuti has emerged as the dominant force in Thane and Kalyan-Dombivli, winning the majority of seats. Despite the alliance’s numerical advantage, internal discussions over the mayoral posts are ongoing. Contests in Kalyan-Dombivli and UlhasnagarIn Kalyan-Dombivli, negotiations between BJP and Shiv Sena are still underway for the mayor’s position. In Ulhasnagar, the winning candidates from both parties were separ...

Ajmer Congress Exposes Alleged “Vote-Cutting Campaign,” Presents Shocking Evidence

22Jan

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Politics, Rajasthan, State

Ajmer Congress Exposes Alleged “Vote-Cutting Campaign,” Presents Shocking Evidence

Ajmer, Rajasthan: In a dramatic political development, the Congress party in Ajmer has exposed what it claims is a secret “vote-cutting campaign” orchestrated by the BJP, alleging large-scale manipulation of electoral rolls using Form-7. The controversy erupted after the name of the sitting councillor herself disappeared from the voter list, raising questions about the integrity of the process. WhatsApp Chats as EvidenceDuring a press conference, Congress leaders Dharmendra Rathore and District President Rajkumar Jaipal publicly released messages from an official BLO (Booth Level Officer) WhatsApp group, claiming that thousands of voter names were removed under BJP pressure. One BLO reportedly wrote: "In Ward 176, there are 993 voters, and I was given forms to delete 467 names. When ...

Masuri’s Hills Turn Concrete Jungle Amid Plinth Certificate Controversy

22Jan

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State, Uttarakhand

Masuri’s Hills Turn Concrete Jungle Amid Plinth Certificate Controversy

Masuri, Uttarakhand: Once celebrated as the “Queen of Hills” for its natural beauty, Masuri is now under threat from unregulated construction, with the misuse of plinth certificates emerging as the central issue. Environmentalists and locals warn that the hill station is rapidly transforming into a concrete jungle. Plinth Certificates Under ScrutinyAccording to reports, the Municipal Council of Masuri has been issuing plinth certificates indiscriminately, allowing developers to bypass established building norms. Allegedly, during the tenure of the previous municipal board, rules were routinely overlooked, permitting the felling of hills and construction of multi-storey buildings on sensitive terrains. Local residents claim that plinth certificates were even issued for steep slopes an...

Brave Villagers Rescue Air Force Pilots After Microlight Crash in Prayagraj

22Jan

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Brave Villagers Rescue Air Force Pilots After Microlight Crash in Prayagraj

Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh: In a dramatic incident that captured local attention, villagers in Prayagraj came to the rescue of two Indian Air Force pilots after their microlight aircraft crash-landed in a pond filled with water hyacinth due to a technical malfunction. Both pilots survived the accident thanks to their quick thinking and the courage of nearby villagers. Crash DetailsThe two-seater Microlight-116 aircraft was returning from a routine training flight around the Sangam area when it developed a technical fault at approximately 12:15 PM near KP Inter College. The pilots executed a controlled crash landing into a water hyacinth-laden pond to avoid a potential disaster in a densely populated area. Witnesses reported a loud noise resembling a rocket blast when the parachute depl...

Coal Thieves Attack CISF Team in Dhanbad; Two Personnel Injured

22Jan

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Jharkhand, State

Coal Thieves Attack CISF Team in Dhanbad; Two Personnel Injured

Dhanbad, Jharkhand: Coal thieves in Dhanbad have grown increasingly bold, attacking a CISF team conducting a raid, leaving two personnel seriously injured. Sub-Inspector Vivek Kumar and Constable Govind Kumar sustained head injuries and were initially treated on-site before being admitted to Dhanbad Central Hospital, where their treatment is ongoing. Incident DetailsThe attack occurred at the Tetulmari coal dump on Wednesday night when the CISF team intervened to stop illegal coal extraction. A CISF officer on duty stated that a gang of thieves was actively loading coal for transport. When confronted, they refused to cooperate and began stoning the team as reinforcements arrived. The local Tetulmari police reached the site, but the culprits had already fled. Following the incident, addi...

Mathura’s Shahji Temple to Open Mysterious ‘Vasanti Room’ on Vasant Panchami

22Jan

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Mathura’s Shahji Temple to Open Mysterious ‘Vasanti Room’ on Vasant Panchami

Mathura: The historic Shahji Temple in Mathura is abuzz with festive preparations as Vasant Panchami approaches. On 23 January, the temple’s legendary and mysterious ‘Vasanti Room’ will be opened for devotees—a rare event that occurs only twice a year, attracting visitors from across India and abroad. A Unique ExperienceFamed for its intricate architecture and twisted columns, Shahji Temple offers a visual and spiritual treat. The Vasanti Room, currently undergoing special cleaning and decoration for the past week, features ancient glass chandeliers that are the highlight of this sacred chamber. On Vasant Panchami, the deity Thakurji will be adorned in a yellow (Vasanti) robe, with elaborate floral and festive decorations. Darshan TimingsTemple administrator Prashant Shah has arrange...