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Kerala Detects New and More Dangerous Monkeypox Variant: Pune Study Reveals International Link

21Jan

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Maharashtra, State

Kerala Detects New and More Dangerous Monkeypox Variant: Pune Study Reveals International Link

Pune/Kerala: A new and potentially more dangerous variant of the monkeypox virus has been detected in Kerala. A recent genetic study conducted in Pune has revealed that this variant is linked to international travel and is capable of human-to-human transmission. The study was carried out jointly by the ICMR–National Institute of Virology, Pune, along with viral research and diagnostic laboratories across India. About the New VariantThe study focused on the Clade Ib variant of monkeypox, which had previously spread in parts of Africa and has now been identified in several countries. Researchers found that this variant can spread faster and on a larger scale than previous strains, necessitating closer monitoring. Between September 2024 and March 2025, the team analyzed 10 laboratory-confi...

Who is Rakhi Sinha? Jharkhand’s Daughter to be Honoured at Delhi Republic Day Parade

21Jan

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Jharkhand, State

Who is Rakhi Sinha? Jharkhand’s Daughter to be Honoured at Delhi Republic Day Parade

Hazaribagh/Delhi: Watching the Republic Day parade up close on Delhi’s Kartavya Path is a cherished dream for many Indians. For Rakhi Sinha of Charhi, Hazaribagh, this dream is about to become a reality. She has been invited to participate in the Republic Day celebrations on 26 January in recognition of her outstanding work at a Jan Aushadhi Kendra under the Prime Minister’s Bharatiya Jan Aushadhi Project (PMBJK). Her centre, ranked second in the state of Jharkhand, has earned accolades for providing affordable medicines to rural communities, bringing her and her region newfound recognition and pride. About Rakhi SinhaRakhi Sinha runs a Jan Aushadhi Kendra in Charhi, which has been recognized as the second-best in Jharkhand. Out of ten state-selected centres, hers stood out for its hone...

Bhadohi: Case Filed Against Former MLA Vijay Mishra’s Nephew for Alleged Falsification of Birth Date to Obtain Gun Licenses

21Jan

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Politics, State, Uttar Pradesh

Bhadohi: Case Filed Against Former MLA Vijay Mishra’s Nephew for Alleged Falsification of Birth Date to Obtain Gun Licenses

Bhadohi: The troubles of former MLA Vijay Mishra in the Yogi Adityanath government appear far from over, as a new case now involves his close family member. Bhadohi police have registered a case against Ashish Mishra, nephew of the former legislator, on serious allegations of falsifying his date of birth using forged documents to obtain two gun licenses. Details of the CaseAccording to police, Ashish Mishra, son of Ramji Mishra and resident of 14A/1/32 Baghambari Housing Scheme, Allapur, Prayagraj, has been booked at Gopiganj police station. Police allege that Ashish, described as a “fraudulent and criminally inclined individual,” manipulated official documents to conceal his actual age. Using these fabricated documents, he allegedly secured approval for two gun licenses. Investigati...

Nitish Kumar’s Samriddhi Yatra to Saran: Assessing Health, Development, and Progress in Lalu Yadav’s Home Turf

21Jan

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Bihar, Politics, State

Nitish Kumar’s Samriddhi Yatra to Saran: Assessing Health, Development, and Progress in Lalu Yadav’s Home Turf

Patna/Saran: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar is set to visit Saran as part of his ongoing Samriddhi Yatra, bringing a bag of developmental initiatives while also closely evaluating the implementation of previously announced projects. During this visit, the CM will review the progress of schemes declared during the earlier Pragati Yatra and assess the on-ground reality of the “Saat Nischay” initiatives. Previous Development InitiativesAlmost a year ago, during the Pragati Yatra, Nitish Kumar had announced projects worth ₹985 crore for Saran. This included the inauguration of 32 schemes costing ₹688.17 crore and the foundation-laying of 20 projects valued at ₹296.42 crore. Infrastructure Development under ReviewAs part of the Pragati Yatra, the CM had inspected several road projects,...

JDU’s Mega Plan: 1 Crore New Members and a New National President by March

21Jan

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Bihar, State

JDU’s Mega Plan: 1 Crore New Members and a New National President by March

Patna, Bihar: The ruling party in Bihar, Janata Dal (United), has kicked off a major organizational revamp aimed at strengthening its structure from the grassroots to the national level. The party has set an ambitious goal of enrolling one crore new members and completing internal elections for all levels by the end of March 2026. Organizational Elections from Block to National LevelNational Executive President and Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Kumar Jha announced that the election process will start at the block level, move up to district and state committees, and culminate with the selection of the national president. The tenure of the newly elected office-bearers will be three years, covering 2025–28. Structural Changes Across All LevelsAccording to Jha, every level of the party’s organiz...

Maharajganj KMC Medical College: Two MBBS Students Ragged, Beaten, and Humiliated

21Jan

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Maharajganj KMC Medical College: Two MBBS Students Ragged, Beaten, and Humiliated

Maharajganj, Uttar Pradesh: A shocking incident of ragging has come to light at KMC Medical College in Maharajganj, where two first-year MBBS students were allegedly beaten and humiliated by senior students. During the attack, both students lost consciousness, and were later admitted to a hospital for treatment. Incident DetailsThe victims, originally from Cantt area of Varanasi and Shadiabad area of Ghazipur, were reportedly heading somewhere late on Monday night when they were intercepted by second-year MBBS students. When the juniors refused to participate in ragging rituals, the seniors allegedly assaulted them, forcing them to clean shoes and subjected them to various forms of humiliation. One student fainted during the attack. College Authorities RespondUpon receiving informati...

Ghaziabad: Wife Cuts Husband’s Tongue in Heated Kitchen Dispute; Mother-in-Law Claims Alcohol and Smoking Issues

21Jan

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Ghaziabad: Wife Cuts Husband’s Tongue in Heated Kitchen Dispute; Mother-in-Law Claims Alcohol and Smoking Issues

Ghaziabad: A domestic dispute over cooking turned violent in Sanjaypuri Colony, Modinagar, when a wife allegedly cut her husband’s tongue with a knife. The incident has sparked widespread discussion on social media, with many speculating about the circumstances. The couple, identified as Vipin and his wife Isha, reportedly had an argument after Isha, who is said to be fond of making social media reels, did not prepare dinner that night. In the ensuing quarrel, Vipin allegedly slapped Isha. Mother-in-Law Speaks OutVipin’s mother, Geeta Devi, stated that she initially calmed the situation by ordering food from outside. After dinner, Vipin and Isha went to their room. Around 1 a.m., a commotion broke out, revealing that Isha had cut Vipin’s tongue. Geeta Devi further alleged that Ish...

“Not a Beggar, Call Him a Financier”: Indore’s Mangilal Refuses to Beg, Owns 3 Houses, 3 Autos, and a Car

21Jan

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Madhya Pradesh, State

“Not a Beggar, Call Him a Financier”: Indore’s Mangilal Refuses to Beg, Owns 3 Houses, 3 Autos, and a Car

Indore: As part of the city’s anti-begging campaign, authorities were taken aback when 60-year-old Mangilal Chauhan, reportedly begging in Indore’s Sarafa Market, refused to identify himself as a beggar. Despite claims that he had been soliciting alms for years, Chauhan is reported to own three houses—including a three-storey property—three auto-rickshaws, and a Maruti Dzire car. Authorities Receive InformationMangilal was “rescued” from Sarafa Market under the Women and Child Development Department’s anti-begging initiative. Nodal officer Dinesh Mishra said authorities had received information about a leprosy patient visiting the market weekly to beg. Chauhan, however, maintained that he runs a travel business and lends money at interest, having accumulated his properties through hard ...

Patna Girls’ Hostel Case: Questions Raised Over SHO Roshni Kumari’s Role and Use of Private Driver in Investigation

21Jan

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Bihar, State

Patna Girls’ Hostel Case: Questions Raised Over SHO Roshni Kumari’s Role and Use of Private Driver in Investigation

The recent tragic case at Shambhu Girls’ Hostel, Patna, has put the Chitragupt Nagar Police under intense scrutiny. Concerns have emerged over the conduct of Station House Officer (SHO) Roshni Kumari, with the victim’s family alleging that she failed to act for three critical days following the incident. Adding to the controversy, a private driver was reportedly sent to collect key evidence, raising fears of tampering and procedural lapses. 72 Hours of Inaction The incident occurred on January 6, when the student was admitted to hospital in an unconscious state. Hospital authorities immediately informed the police, but no concrete action was taken by the Chitragupt Nagar police on January 6, 7, or 8. It was only on January 9, after the victim’s condition worsened and a doctor private...

Madurai LIC Branch Manager Murder: Fire Initially Reported as Accident, Investigation Reveals Shocking Conspiracy

21Jan

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State, Tamil Nadu

Madurai LIC Branch Manager Murder: Fire Initially Reported as Accident, Investigation Reveals Shocking Conspiracy

A shocking revelation has emerged from Madurai after a fire at the LIC office last December, which initially appeared to be an accidental blaze but later turned out to be a premeditated murder. The incident claimed the life of Branch Manager A. Kalyani Nambi, while Assistant Manager D. Ram suffered severe burns. Incident Details The fire occurred on the night of December 17 at the LIC building on West Veli Street, specifically on the second floor. Senior Branch Manager Kalyani Nambi (54), a resident of Ponmeni, tragically died in the fire, while Assistant Manager D. Ram (46) was hospitalized for burns but later discharged. Initial reports suggested that a masked intruder had attempted to loot Kalyani’s jewelry, setting the office on fire in the process. However, subsequent investi...