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Navneet Rana Reigns in Amravati, Makes Husband Ravi Rana the ‘Kingmaker’ for BJP Victory

17Jan

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Maharashtra, Politics, State

Navneet Rana Reigns in Amravati, Makes Husband Ravi Rana the ‘Kingmaker’ for BJP Victory

Amravati, January 17, 2026: While the nation celebrates BJP’s sweeping victory in Mumbai, it is Navneet Rana—who left her husband’s party in 2024 to join BJP—who has made headlines in Amravati. Despite losing the 2024 Lok Sabha election herself, she successfully turned the tide for BJP in the Amravati Municipal Corporation elections and elevated her husband Ravi Rana to the position of ‘kingmaker’. In the Amravati Lok Sabha constituency, Congress candidate Balwant Wankhede had defeated Navneet Rana. Yet, with her characteristic bold style, Navneet took charge of BJP’s campaign in the city. Her efforts paid off handsomely, with BJP emerging as the single largest party, winning 25 of the 87 seats. Ravi Rana’s party, meanwhile, secured 10 seats, cementing his influence in local politics. ...

Bijapur Encounter: Security Forces Kill Two Maoists, Notorious DVCM Dilip Bedja Among Them

17Jan

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Chhattisgarh, State

Bijapur Encounter: Security Forces Kill Two Maoists, Notorious DVCM Dilip Bedja Among Them

Raipur, January 17, 2026: A fierce encounter broke out on Saturday morning between security forces and Maoists in the forests and hilly areas of northwest Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. A joint operation by the District Reserve Guard (DRG), Cobra, and Special Task Force (STF) has so far resulted in the deaths of two male Maoist cadres. Preliminary reports indicate that one of the deceased is the notorious DVCM (District/Area Committee Member) Dilip Bedja of the National Park Area Committee. During the encounter, security personnel recovered weapons, including AK-47 rifles, from the site. The operation was launched based on intelligence about the presence of armed Maoists in the region and is ongoing. Joint Operation by Security AgenciesSuperintendent of Police, Bijapur, Dr. Jitendra...

Ghaziabad: Supporters Create Chaos During Pinky Chaudhary and Son’s Release, Police Impose Fines on 13 Cars Totaling ₹5.5 Lakh

17Jan

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Ghaziabad: Supporters Create Chaos During Pinky Chaudhary and Son’s Release, Police Impose Fines on 13 Cars Totaling ₹5.5 Lakh

Ghaziabad, January 17, 2026: The release of Pinky Chaudhary, National President of the Hindu Raksha Dal, and her son from jail sparked a major public disturbance in Ghaziabad, as their supporters engaged in reckless behavior on the streets. The police have taken strict action, issuing fines totaling ₹5.5 lakh on 13 vehicles involved in stunts and unlawful activities. According to Vibhush Mishra, Ghaziabad, supporters of Chaudhary reportedly performed stunts with cars and set off fireworks along public roads, causing chaos from Dasna Jail to Sahibabad. The incident was widely circulated on social media. A few days prior, Pinky Chaudhary and her son had openly distributed swords to Hindus in the Shalimar Garden area. Acting on this information, the police arrested 10 of their supporter...

“Even Jeevika Didis Have Their Stalls Here”: Nitish Kumar Delighted on Arrival in Motihari

17Jan

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Bihar, Politics, State

“Even Jeevika Didis Have Their Stalls Here”: Nitish Kumar Delighted on Arrival in Motihari

Patna/Motihari: Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, on the second day of his Samriddhi Yatra, reached Motihari where he inaugurated and laid foundation stones for several development projects. During the visit, he also inspected an exhibition showcasing innovation, entrepreneurship, and livelihood initiatives, with special attention to stalls run by Jeevika Didis (women associated with the Jeevika self-help group programme). After completing the official inaugurations, the Chief Minister moved towards the exhibition area, beginning his tour with a stall displaying indigenous drone technology. As he walked through the exhibition, he reached the stalls set up by Jeevika Didis, which visibly pleased him. “Even Jeevika Didis have their stalls here,” Nitish Kumar remarked with appreciation, drawing...

Rahul Gandhi Uncomfortable Amid Unruly Crowd in Bhagirathpura, Security Concerns Escalate

17Jan

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Madhya Pradesh, State

Rahul Gandhi Uncomfortable Amid Unruly Crowd in Bhagirathpura, Security Concerns Escalate

Indore: A tense situation unfolded in Indore’s Bhagirathpura locality on Saturday when Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, entered the area’s narrow lanes to meet families affected by the contaminated water tragedy. The heavy and unregulated crowd led to repeated breaches of his security cordon, causing visible discomfort and concern among security personnel. As Rahul Gandhi arrived in Bhagirathpura, arrangements quickly went awry. The congested lanes, combined with the presence of local residents and media personnel, made it difficult for him to move on foot. The crowd surged repeatedly, leading to instances of pushing and jostling. Rahul Gandhi appeared uneasy during the visit, with his irritation clearly visible, while security officials struggled to maintain a p...

UP SIR: Objections Invited on Draft Voter List, BLOs to Be Present at Polling Booths; Special Dates Announced

17Jan

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Politics, State, Uttar Pradesh

UP SIR: Objections Invited on Draft Voter List, BLOs to Be Present at Polling Booths; Special Dates Announced

Lucknow: The process of claims and objections on the draft electoral rolls published under the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in Uttar Pradesh is currently underway. To facilitate voters, a special statewide drive is being conducted on Sunday, during which Booth Level Officers (BLOs) will be present at all polling stations to address voters’ concerns and receive objections. Under the initiative, BLOs will read out the draft voter list at polling booths and assist electors in verifying their details. Voters who find discrepancies or have doubts regarding inclusion, deletion, correction, or transfer of names can submit their objections on the spot. Adequate numbers of required forms have been made available at polling stations for public convenience. Badaun District Magistrate and Di...

“Mother Mixed Something in Father’s Water”: Life Imprisonment for Wife and Lover on Testimony of 7-Year-Old Daughter

17Jan

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State, Uttar Pradesh

“Mother Mixed Something in Father’s Water”: Life Imprisonment for Wife and Lover on Testimony of 7-Year-Old Daughter

Kanpur: In a chilling case that shocked Uttar Pradesh, a court has sentenced a woman and her lover to life imprisonment for the murder of her husband, largely based on the testimony of the couple’s seven-year-old daughter. The victim, Prateek Sharma, a medical store owner from Kanpur, was poisoned and killed at a hotel in Lucknow two years ago. Delivering the verdict, the court found Prateek’s wife Neha and her lover Ayush Sharma guilty of murder. The most crucial evidence in the case came from Prateek and Neha’s young daughter, who bravely testified before the court. She told the judge that her mother, along with “uncle,” had mixed something into her father’s water. After drinking it, her father fell asleep and his snoring suddenly stopped. Investigations revealed that Neha and Ayus...

Massive Road Accident on NH-9 in Amroha: 18 Vehicles Collide Amid Dense Fog, Over 10 Injured

17Jan

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Massive Road Accident on NH-9 in Amroha: 18 Vehicles Collide Amid Dense Fog, Over 10 Injured

Amroha: A major road accident occurred on Saturday morning on National Highway-9 (Delhi–Moradabad Highway) in Uttar Pradesh’s Amroha district, where dense fog led to a chain collision involving nearly 18 vehicles. More than 10 people were injured in the mishap and were rushed to nearby hospitals for treatment. According to officials, the accident took place around 7 a.m. near Didoli Adda in the Didoli police station area. Poor visibility due to thick fog is believed to be the primary cause of the incident. A DCM vehicle heading towards Moradabad first rammed into a truck. Soon after, several vehicles coming from behind, including cars and pickup vans, crashed into the stationary DCM, triggering a massive pile-up on the highway. A pickup vehicle halted on the Delhi-bound lane was also...

“I Am a North Indian Marathi”: Bihar’s Daughter Makes a Big Impact in Mumbai, Six from Jhanjharpur Elected as Corporators

17Jan

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Bihar, State

“I Am a North Indian Marathi”: Bihar’s Daughter Makes a Big Impact in Mumbai, Six from Jhanjharpur Elected as Corporators

Patna/Mumbai: The Maharashtra civic body elections have delivered historic results, with the ruling Mahayuti alliance registering a sweeping victory by capturing 25 out of 29 municipal corporations across the state. The most striking outcome came from Mumbai, where the Bharatiya Janata Party–led alliance secured a majority in the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), ending the decades-long dominance of the Thackeray family after 25 years. Amid this political shift, the influence of Bihar-born folk singer and BJP MLA Maithili Thakur emerged as a significant factor, particularly among Hindi-speaking voters. Her energetic and culturally nuanced campaign played a key role in mobilizing support for the Mahayuti alliance. The impact was so pronounced that six individuals from Bihar’s Jha...

High Court Steps In as Neerja Modi School Challenges CBSE Decision in Amayra Case

17Jan

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Rajasthan, State

High Court Steps In as Neerja Modi School Challenges CBSE Decision in Amayra Case

Jaipur: The controversy surrounding the cancellation of Neerja Modi School’s affiliation following the tragic death of a Class IV student, Amayra, has now reached the Rajasthan High Court. The school has challenged the Central Board of Secondary Education’s (CBSE) decision, prompting judicial intervention in the matter. After Amayra’s death, CBSE had cancelled the school’s affiliation for Classes IX to XII, citing serious lapses in safety norms and failure to follow prescribed guidelines. The young student reportedly died after jumping from the fourth floor of the school building, triggering widespread concern over student safety and institutional accountability. Hearing the petition filed by Neerja Modi School, a single bench of Justice Bipin Gupta has issued notices to CBSE and its...