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First Snowfall of the Season Hits Kashmir; Sonamarg and Gulmarg Turn White, Srinagar-Leh Highway Closed

22Dec

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jammu and kashmir, State

First Snowfall of the Season Hits Kashmir; Sonamarg and Gulmarg Turn White, Srinagar-Leh Highway Closed

Kashmir witnessed its first snowfall of the season in the higher reaches, while rainfall drenched the plains on Sunday, bringing a welcome relief to the residents. Srinagar recorded the warmest night of the season so far, with a minimum temperature of 4°C — six degrees above normal, according to the Meteorological Department. Snowfall in Gulmarg and Sonamarg The picturesque hill stations of Gulmarg and Sonamarg saw heavy snowfall, marking the beginning of the 40-day harsh winter period locally known as Chillai Kalan. The rains and snow washed away suspended particulate matter from the air, making breathing easier and the atmosphere noticeably cleaner after nearly three months of drought. Tourists and locals alike rejoiced as the snowfall revived hopes for a festive Christmas and N...

UP Assembly Winter Session 2025: Discussion on ‘Vande Mataram’ and Presentation of Supplementary Budget

22Dec

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Politics, State, Uttar Pradesh

UP Assembly Winter Session 2025: Discussion on ‘Vande Mataram’ and Presentation of Supplementary Budget

The winter session of the Uttar Pradesh Legislative Assembly resumed on Monday at 11 AM, continuing until 24 December. Both the ruling party and opposition are set to utilize the session fully to communicate their positions to the public. Discussion on 150 Years of ‘Vande Mataram’After the presentation of the supplementary budget, the Assembly will hold a special discussion to mark the 150th anniversary of the national song ‘Vande Mataram’. The session is expected to last around four hours. The Assembly will pass a resolution acknowledging the song’s historical and cultural contribution to India’s national identity, patriotism, unity, and cultural consciousness. Recently, both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha also discussed this milestone. Supplementary Budget PresentationA cabinet meet...

Unexpected Spending Leads to Arrest: Rs 48 Lakh Theft Uncovered in Sehore

22Dec

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Madhya Pradesh, State

Unexpected Spending Leads to Arrest: Rs 48 Lakh Theft Uncovered in Sehore

Sehore Police have cracked a major theft case in Kajlas village, arresting two men, Shadab Shah and Salman alias Sultan, and recovering gold, silver, and cash worth approximately Rs 48 lakh. Theft While Family Attended WeddingThe incident occurred on 2 December when complainant Atul Jain and his family had gone to Gwalior for a wedding. Upon returning, they discovered their home ransacked. The burglars broke the lock of a cupboard and stole around 30 tolas of gold, 3 kilograms of silver, and Rs 2 lakh in cash. Atul Jain filed a report with Jawar Police on 6 December. Suspicious Spending Leads to BreakthroughUnder the supervision of SP Deepak Kumar Shukla, Jawar Police formed a special investigation team. Using CCTV footage, cyber evidence, and local informants, the team noticed that ...

Gujarat Student Forced into Russian Army Appeals to PM Modi for Help in SOS Video

22Dec

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Gujarat, State

Gujarat Student Forced into Russian Army Appeals to PM Modi for Help in SOS Video

A student from Gujarat, currently in Ukrainian custody, has made an urgent appeal to the Indian government and Prime Minister Narendra Modi for assistance in securing his safe return. The young man revealed that he was forced to join the Russian army and had previously been falsely implicated in a drug-related case. SOS from UkraineThe student, Sahil Mohammad Hussain, hailing from Morbi district in Gujarat, shared the video through Ukrainian authorities. He explained that he had gone to Russia on a student visa, where he was pursuing his studies and working part-time at a courier firm. Sahil revealed that to clear a fabricated drug case against him, he was coerced into joining the Russian military. After completing 15 days of training, he was sent to the frontline, where he ultimately s...

Mahoba Tragedy: Nephew Kills Uncle Over 30-Year-Old Feud

22Dec

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Mahoba Tragedy: Nephew Kills Uncle Over 30-Year-Old Feud

Mahoba, Uttar Pradesh: In a shocking act of familial vengeance, a nephew allegedly shot dead his uncle in Mahoba district, rekindling a decades-old grudge that ended in tragedy. According to police reports, the incident occurred on Sunday evening in Gugora village under the Kabarai police station area. Monu Singh, the victim’s nephew, is accused of shooting his uncle, Gulab Singh Parihar (60), citing a long-standing dispute. Following the shooting, Monu Singh fled the scene, creating panic in the village. Authorities have deployed four police teams to track down the suspect. Sequence of Events Gulab Singh Parihar, who lived with his family near the district headquarters, had gone to Gugora village to oversee irrigation of his fields. Monu Singh, reportedly lying in wait, suddenly ...

Chittorgarh Tragedy: Teen Dies After Snake Bite While Shooting Reel, Music Played On as Crowd Watched

22Dec

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Rajasthan, State

Chittorgarh Tragedy: Teen Dies After Snake Bite While Shooting Reel, Music Played On as Crowd Watched

Chittorgarh: A tragic incident highlighting the deadly consequences of superstition and risky social media trends has come to light from Rolheda village in Rajasthan’s Chittorgarh district, where a minor boy lost his life after being bitten by a highly venomous snake while shooting a reel. According to reports, the incident occurred on Friday when a common krait snake, one of the most poisonous species, emerged inside the house of Laxman Jat, a dairy farmer. His son Mohit, a Class 11 student, picked up the snake and, following a local religious tradition known as Dev Aagman, began moving towards a deity’s shrine. During this procession, loud DJ music was playing, villagers were dancing, and the boy was recording a reel for social media. Snake Bit Him Repeatedly, Event Continued Wh...

Setback for BJP in Maharashtra: Six Members of One Family Lose Nanded Civic Polls to Ajit Pawar–Led NCP

22Dec

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Maharashtra, Politics, State

Setback for BJP in Maharashtra: Six Members of One Family Lose Nanded Civic Polls to Ajit Pawar–Led NCP

Nanded: Despite its broader influence in Maharashtra’s local body elections, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) suffered a significant setback in the Loha Municipal Council elections in Nanded district, where all six candidates from a single family fielded by the party were defeated. The defeats came at the hands of the Ajit Pawar–led Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), a key ally in the ruling Mahayuti alliance. The BJP had nominated six members of the influential Suryavanshi family, a decision that sparked widespread criticism even before polling. Among those defeated was Gajanan Suryavanshi, the BJP’s candidate for the post of Municipal Council President. He was defeated by Sharad Pawar, the NCP (Ajit Pawar faction) candidate. Other defeated BJP candidates from the same family included G...

CLAT 2026 Topper Geetali Gupta Rejects Dummy Schools, Credits Regular Education for Success

22Dec

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Madhya Pradesh, State

CLAT 2026 Topper Geetali Gupta Rejects Dummy Schools, Credits Regular Education for Success

CLAT 2026 All India Rank–1 holder Geetali Gupta has strongly spoken against the growing trend of dummy schools, asserting that regular schooling plays a crucial role in a student’s overall development and academic success. During her visit to Bhopal, the 17-year-old topper said that preparation for competitive exams like CLAT can be effectively managed alongside routine school education. Emphasising discipline and balance, she noted that consistent efforts and focused study habits are the real keys to success, not shortcuts. Addressing students at a school event, Geetali shared that she scored 96.6% in Class 10 and prepared for Class 12 with the same dedication. She underlined the importance of balance and continuity, advising students to stay determined, believe in themselves, and m...

Ghaziabad: GDA to Set Up Dedicated Marketing Cell to Accelerate Property Sales and New Projects

22Dec

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Ghaziabad: GDA to Set Up Dedicated Marketing Cell to Accelerate Property Sales and New Projects

boost revenue and fast-track stalled developments, the Ghaziabad Development Authority (GDA) has decided to establish a dedicated Marketing Cell to sell its unsold properties and give fresh momentum to upcoming projects. According to officials, the new Marketing Cell will focus on branding GDA properties, promoting project features, and simplifying the home-buying process for customers. The initiative aims to address the long-pending issue of GDA properties worth crores of rupees that have remained unsold for several years. To ensure professional execution, the Marketing Cell will be staffed through outsourcing, with experienced marketing experts entrusted with attracting buyers, showcasing project advantages, and closing sales effectively. In addition, GDA is set to hire a separa...

Nitish Government Bets on Expressways to Transform Bihar’s Development, Boost State Revenue

22Dec

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Bihar, State

Nitish Government Bets on Expressways to Transform Bihar’s Development, Boost State Revenue

The Nitish Kumar-led Bihar government is preparing to redraw the state’s development roadmap by focusing on large-scale expressway projects aimed at accelerating economic growth, improving connectivity, and increasing state revenue. Inspired by the expressway model successfully implemented in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar is now moving towards building expressways largely on its own strength. Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, who has long emphasized self-reliance and sustainable development, has taken a fresh resolve to reduce dependence on the Centre by creating a state-driven expressway network. The move is being seen as a major policy shift in Bihar’s infrastructure planning. Independent Expressway Authority to Be Formed According to official sources, the state government plans to establish ...