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Bihar Panchayat Elections 2026: New Reservation Roster and Strict Measures to Ensure Fair Polls, Minister Deepak Prakash Announces

20Jan

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Bihar Panchayat Elections 2026: New Reservation Roster and Strict Measures to Ensure Fair Polls, Minister Deepak Prakash Announces

Aurangabad, Bihar: Ahead of the upcoming Bihar Panchayat Elections 2026, the state government has announced major reforms aimed at making the polls transparent, fair, and free from malpractice. Panchayati Raj Minister Deepak Prakash provided detailed updates at a press conference in Aurangabad. Strict Measures Against Bogus VotingMinister Prakash stated that the elections would employ advanced technology to completely prevent bogus voting and multiple voting attempts. Special cameras and monitoring systems will be used during the polling process to immediately detect and stop any voter trying to cast multiple votes. “The new technology will ensure that no individual can vote more than once, effectively eliminating the possibility of double voting,” the minister said. He also added th...

Ghaziabad Wife Cuts Husband’s Tongue in Kitchen Dispute

20Jan

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Ghaziabad Wife Cuts Husband’s Tongue in Kitchen Dispute

Ghaziabad: In a shocking incident from Modinagar, Ghaziabad, a domestic dispute over food turned violent when a woman allegedly cut off her husband’s tongue with a kitchen knife. The husband, identified as Vipin (26), is in critical condition and has been admitted to Subharti Hospital in Meerut. Doctors have expressed uncertainty about whether he will be able to speak again. Incident DetailsVipin, who works in a local factory, lives with his mother, Geeta, and wife, Isha. The couple, married in March last year, reportedly got into an argument over dinner on Monday night around 11 PM. According to Geeta, she initially stayed out of the dispute, thinking the couple would resolve it themselves. However, the altercation escalated around 1 AM when Isha allegedly took a kitchen knife and a...

Delhi AATS Scores Major Success, Notorious Criminal Arrested in Dwarka

20Jan

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Delhi AATS Scores Major Success, Notorious Criminal Arrested in Dwarka

New Delhi: The Anti-Auto Theft Squad (AATS) of the Dwarka district police has achieved a significant breakthrough by apprehending a notorious criminal, Mohit, from the area. Authorities recovered a country-made pistol and live ammunition from his possession. Criminal BackgroundAccording to the police, the accused Mohit has been involved in multiple cases, including attempted murder, violations under the Arms Act, and the Excise Act. The AATS team carried out the arrest following routine patrolling and actionable intelligence. The Dwarka district DCP has kept teams on high alert to curb crime, leading to the formation of a special operations team that executed the planned operation. Details of the ArrestThe operation was conducted by a team comprising Sub-Inspector Jitendra Singh, Hea...

‘Ladder Car’ Used in Metro Cable Theft; Delhi Police Arrest Accused Across Multiple Cities

20Jan

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‘Ladder Car’ Used in Metro Cable Theft; Delhi Police Arrest Accused Across Multiple Cities

New Delhi: The IGI Airport Metro police have cracked a case involving the theft of metro signalling cables, arresting two accused and recovering stolen materials, tools, and a vehicle used in the crime. Case DetailsOn 11 January, DMRC employee Sanjay Kumar Jha, working at Dhaula Kuan Metro Station (Airport Express Line), lodged a complaint with IGI Metro police reporting the theft of approximately 800 meters of signalling cable from the metro track between Dhaula Kuan and Shivaji Stadium Metro stations. Following the complaint, a case was registered, and a detailed investigation was launched. How the Theft Was TracedThe stolen cable was found in a forest area near Buddha Garden, adjacent to the metro track. Despite the absence of cameras along the track, police reviewed footage from ...

Serious Lapses in GRAP-3 and GRAP-4 Compliance; CAQM Orders Strict Action

20Jan

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Serious Lapses in GRAP-3 and GRAP-4 Compliance; CAQM Orders Strict Action

New Delhi: The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has identified serious lapses in the strict implementation of GRAP-3 and GRAP-4 measures across Delhi and the NCR. During a review of the Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC) and State Pollution Control Board operations, multiple shortcomings were observed, prompting CAQM to direct strict action against the officials responsible. Control Room Set Up for MonitoringTo strengthen monitoring, CAQM has established a dedicated GRAP control room. The control room tracks daily implementation of GRAP-3 and GRAP-4, evaluates the strictness of actions taken by agencies, and ensures compliance with pollution control regulations. Monitoring ProcessAgencies are required to submit daily action reports and weekly compliance reports, whi...

AAP Leader Atishi Demands All Documents, Raises Questions on Law and Order

20Jan

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AAP Leader Atishi Demands All Documents, Raises Questions on Law and Order

New Delhi: Senior Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Atishi has denied making any derogatory remarks against Sikh Gurus and described the privilege breach notice issued against her as vague and baseless. She stated that she never referred to the matter in the Delhi Assembly. Demand for Complete RecordsIn a letter sent to the Delhi Assembly Secretary on Monday, Atishi requested access to all documents related to the notice, including the complaint, certified unaudited video recordings, and other evidence. She also pointed out that she received no communication from the Speaker to appear and clarify her position. Atishi criticized the notice for using ambiguous terms such as “disrupting House proceedings” without specifying what she allegedly said, in what context, or why it was considered obje...

Supreme Court Raises Questions Over Implementation of Delhi School Education Act

20Jan

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Supreme Court Raises Questions Over Implementation of Delhi School Education Act

New Delhi: The Supreme Court has expressed concern over the manner in which the Delhi Government plans to implement the Delhi School Education Act 2025 for the ongoing academic session. The Court emphasized that while it is not keen to interfere with the legislation itself, its execution must be practical and in line with statutory timelines, as the session has already commenced. The next hearing in the matter is scheduled for 27 January 2026. Court’s ObservationsA bench comprising Justice P.S. Narasimha and Justice Alok Aradhe asked the government to provide detailed instructions regarding the Act’s implementation. The Court also inquired about the approval process for fees for the 2025–26 session under the previous law and how the new Act could be applied retrospectively for the same ...

Lawrence Bishnoi Gang Threatens Property Dealer and Family Over ₹5 Crore

20Jan

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Lawrence Bishnoi Gang Threatens Property Dealer and Family Over ₹5 Crore

New Delhi: Property dealer Jitendra Kumar Gupta and his family in West Vinod Nagar have been receiving repeated death threats from shooters associated with the notorious Lawrence Bishnoi gang. The threats target Jitendra, his two sons, and his brother Satendra Kumar Gupta. Family Lives in FearThe continuous threats have left the family terrified. Earlier, Delhi Police arrested two shooters, including a minor, in connection with the case, raising hopes that the matter would be resolved. However, threats have continued unabated. On Friday, gang members reportedly called Jitendra, warning: “No matter how much security you arrange, we are used to shooting people even amidst security. Next time, you or your son will be shot wherever you are spotted.” Precautions TakenFollowing these threa...

89 People Died from Drowning in Delhi in Last Two Years: How Long Will Systemic Negligence Continue?

20Jan

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89 People Died from Drowning in Delhi in Last Two Years: How Long Will Systemic Negligence Continue?

New Delhi: Negligence in governance has claimed the lives of 89 people in Delhi due to drowning incidents over the past two years. Fatalities were not limited to rivers or canals but also occurred in open sewers, waterlogged underpasses, and areas with heavy water accumulation. These deaths have occurred despite the government’s repeated claims of having robust rescue and disaster management plans. Fatalities OverviewAccording to data presented during a recent session in the Delhi Assembly, between January 2024 and December 2025, 89 people lost their lives due to drowning. Incidents include: Water accumulation in the Sarita Vihar underpass. Children falling into open sewer covers in East Delhi. Deaths caused by waterlogging near Alivihar police chowki and other localities. ...

Major Irregularities in ₹500 Crore Charitable Society: Former Ranbaxy Promoters Face New Legal Battle

20Jan

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Major Irregularities in ₹500 Crore Charitable Society: Former Ranbaxy Promoters Face New Legal Battle

New Delhi: Former Ranbaxy promoters Shivinder Singh and Malvinder Singh are once again in the spotlight, this time over allegations related to the Flight Lieutenant Rajan Dhal Charitable Society. Malvinder’s wife, Japna Singh, has accused Shivinder and his wife Aditi of fraudulently taking control of the society’s assets, including a ₹500 crore hospital in Vasant Kunj and its annual revenue of ₹30 crore. Details of the AllegationsAccording to police officials, Japna Singh filed a complaint with the Economic Offenses Wing (EOW) on 22 October 2025, alleging criminal conspiracy, forgery, and breach of trust. She claims that Shivinder and Aditi unlawfully removed her and other members from the society and installed Aditi’s grandmother, mother, and brother in their place to gain full control...