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Social Media Links and Singer Angle Add New Twist to Muzaffarpur Woman and Children Death Case
Bihar, State

Social Media Links and Singer Angle Add New Twist to Muzaffarpur Woman and Children Death Case

Muzaffarpur: The mysterious case involving the recovery of a woman and her three minor children’s bodies from the Budhi Gandak river in Muzaffarpur has taken a new turn, with investigators uncovering significant social media links and a possible connection to a singer. The bodies of Mamta Kumari and her three children were found tied in yellow cloth beneath the Chandwara bridge in the Ahiyapur police station area, triggering shock and outrage across the district. As the investigation intensifies, police are now closely examining Mamta’s social media activity, where she was reportedly very active on platforms such as WhatsApp, Facebook, and Instagram. According to police sources, Mamta was in contact with several individuals through social media. During scrutiny of these interactions,...
Rahul Gandhi Walks Through Narrow Lanes of Indore’s Bhagirathpura, Meets Families Affected by Contaminated Water Tragedy
Madhya Pradesh, State

Rahul Gandhi Walks Through Narrow Lanes of Indore’s Bhagirathpura, Meets Families Affected by Contaminated Water Tragedy

Indore: Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, visited Indore’s Bhagirathpura area on Saturday to meet families affected by the contaminated water tragedy that has claimed 24 lives. After meeting patients admitted at Bombay Hospital, Gandhi walked through the narrow lanes of the locality to personally console the bereaved families. Rahul Gandhi spent nearly 15 minutes at Bombay Hospital, where he interacted with patients undergoing treatment after falling ill due to contaminated water. He enquired about their health and assured them of all possible support. Senior Congress leaders Digvijaya Singh, state Congress president Jitu Patwari, Leader of the Opposition Umang Singhar, and former Chief Minister Kamal Nath accompanied him. For security reasons, several senior lead...
Rajasthan: Police in Intense Encounter with Notorious Criminal, SHO’s Bulletproof Jacket Saves Life
Rajasthan, State

Rajasthan: Police in Intense Encounter with Notorious Criminal, SHO’s Bulletproof Jacket Saves Life

Hanumangarh, Rajasthan: In a dramatic confrontation on Friday night, police in Sangaria, Hanumangarh district, engaged in a fierce encounter with a dangerous, wanted criminal. During the firefight, the Sangaria SHO narrowly escaped death, while the suspect was injured in the police response. Based on confidential intelligence from the Anti-Gangster Task Force (AGTF), the police had set up a checkpoint near the Punjab border, anticipating that a wanted criminal from Punjab would attempt to enter Rajasthan. When a suspicious individual approached on foot and was signaled to stop, he opened fire on the police team without warning. Bulletproof Jacket Proves LifesaverOne of the bullets fired by the criminal struck SHO Amar Singh directly. Fortunately, he was wearing a bulletproof jacket, ...
Raj Thackeray Reacts to Mumbai BMC Results, Vows to Defend Marathi Identity
Maharashtra, Politics, State

Raj Thackeray Reacts to Mumbai BMC Results, Vows to Defend Marathi Identity

Mumbai, Maharashtra: Following the announcement of the results of the 29 municipal corporation elections in Maharashtra, including the high-stakes Mumbai BMC polls, Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray has issued his first public reaction. Describing the Mumbai BMC election as challenging, Raj Thackeray once again invoked the Marathi identity card, stating that the struggle is for the very existence of the Marathi community. “These battles are long-term. We will analyze, act, and ensure that justice is served where it is due,” he wrote. The statement comes in the wake of Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut’s sharp criticism of Eknath Shinde, whom he called ‘Jaychand,’ following the BJP-Shinde alliance’s success in Mumbai. Despite expectations that the MNS would make si...
Banda Man Commits Suicide Amid Allegations of Brother-in-Law and Sister-in-Law Affair
State, Uttar Pradesh

Banda Man Commits Suicide Amid Allegations of Brother-in-Law and Sister-in-Law Affair

Banda, Uttar Pradesh: A shocking incident unfolded in the Marka police station area of Banda, where a man allegedly took his own life following mental stress linked to a purported illicit relationship between him and his sister-in-law. According to reports, 28-year-old Kuldeep, a resident of Armar village, hanged himself in the thatched shed of his home on Thursday night. The next morning, when his sister tried calling him, there was no response. Family members rushed to the scene, broke open the shed, and found Kuldeep’s body hanging from a rope. The police were immediately informed and took the body into custody for post-mortem examination. Kuldeep’s cousin revealed that he lived with his wife and two children in Kurra Parsoli village under the Kamasin police jurisdiction. Both his...
UP Government Prepares to Take ‘One District, One Cuisine’ Scheme to Global Level
State, Uttar Pradesh

UP Government Prepares to Take ‘One District, One Cuisine’ Scheme to Global Level

Lucknow: After successfully implementing the One District, One Product (ODOP) initiative, the Yogi Adityanath government in Uttar Pradesh is now preparing to promote the state’s traditional cuisine globally through the One District, One Cuisine (ODOC) scheme. The program is scheduled to be launched on UP Day, aiming to give each district’s culinary heritage national and international recognition. CM Yogi Reviews the Plan:Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath emphasized that every district should showcase its unique taste, culture, and identity, which is the core objective of the ODOC scheme. During a review meeting on Friday evening, he highlighted signature dishes from across the state, including: Sona Papdi from Mainpuri Peda from Mathura Chamcham from Aligarh Rabri from Hathras...
Citizens Complain About Garbage During Lucknow Minister and Mayor’s Surprise Inspection
State, Uttar Pradesh

Citizens Complain About Garbage During Lucknow Minister and Mayor’s Surprise Inspection

Lucknow: During a surprise inspection of Zone-1 in Lucknow, In-charge Minister Suresh Khanna and Mayor Sushma Kharkwal received a barrage of complaints from residents about the city’s unclean streets and garbage accumulation. The officials conducted a detailed review across several wards, including Mahatma Gandhi, Vikramaditya, Lal Kuan, J.C. Bose, Yadunath Sanyal, and Babu Banarasi Das. The inspection revealed blocked drains, encroachments, and scattered garbage, which have been causing waterlogging even during light rainfall. Minister Khanna warned that continued negligence could result in strict action against responsible officials. Following the inspection, two days’ salary of the zonal officer and supervisor of Zone-1 was deducted due to laxity in cleaning operations. Key Findin...
Fog Leads to Deadly Accident on Purvanchal Expressway in Sultanpur: 3 Laborers Dead, 7 Injured
State, Uttar Pradesh

Fog Leads to Deadly Accident on Purvanchal Expressway in Sultanpur: 3 Laborers Dead, 7 Injured

Sultanpur (UP): A tragic road accident on the Purvanchal Expressway near the 153.500 km mark in Sultanpur late Friday night claimed the lives of three laborers and left seven others seriously injured. Dense fog was reported as a major factor in the collision. The laborers were traveling from Raebareli to Azamgarh. According to reports, a pickup carrying 14 laborers was driven by Veeru when an unidentified truck rammed it from behind. After the collision, the truck fled towards Gazipur, and the pickup collided with a roadside barrier, overturning on impact. Victims: Ajay Kumar (30), resident of Gambhirpur, Raebareli – died on the spot Kisan Pal (30), resident of Gambhirpur, Raebareli – died on the spot Rajoli (35), resident of Gambhirpur, Raebareli – succumbed at Ambedkar Na...
Punjab Police Conduct Encounter in Mohali, Shooter Linked to Rana Balachauria Murder Killed
State

Punjab Police Conduct Encounter in Mohali, Shooter Linked to Rana Balachauria Murder Killed

Chandigarh/Mohali: Punjab Police achieved a significant breakthrough in the sensational murder case of Kabaddi promoter Rana Balachauria. In a police encounter in Kharar, a gangster named Karan, linked to the notorious Bambhiha gang, was killed. Karan had been arrested from West Bengal and brought to Punjab in connection with the high-profile case. During police custody, he complained of chest pain and was being taken to the hospital when he allegedly attempted to escape. In response, the police fired at him, hitting him in the leg. He was immediately admitted to the hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries. Background:Thirty-year-old Rana Balachauria was shot dead on 15 December 2025 during a Kabaddi tournament in Sohana, Mohali. Reports suggest the assailants approached h...
Bihar Farmers to Receive Compensation for Crop Damage; Apply Before Deadline
Bihar, State

Bihar Farmers to Receive Compensation for Crop Damage; Apply Before Deadline

Patna: The Bihar government has announced financial assistance for farmers whose crops were damaged during the Rabi 2025-26 season. The Cooperative Department has invited applications under the Bihar State Crop Assistance Scheme. The application process is completely free of cost. The scheme covers notified crops, including wheat, maize, sugarcane, potatoes, eggplant, tomatoes, cauliflower, pigeon pea (arhar), chickpea (chana), lentils (masoor), onions, mustard (rai-sarson), and chili. Compensation Details:Farmers experiencing up to 20% crop loss will receive ₹7,500 per hectare, while losses exceeding 20% will be compensated at ₹10,000 per hectare. A farmer can claim compensation for a maximum of 2 hectares. The scheme benefits tenant farmers (rayat), non-tenant farmers (gair-rayat),...