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Chaos on Sangam Express: Farmer Leaders Seize AC Coach, Passengers Allege Smoking and Drinking
State, Uttar Pradesh

Chaos on Sangam Express: Farmer Leaders Seize AC Coach, Passengers Allege Smoking and Drinking

Hapur/Rambabu Mittal: The Sangam Express, en route to Prayagraj, witnessed a major disruption when some farmer union activists forcibly occupied the AC coaches, prompting chaos among passengers. The incident unfolded after the activists boarded the train from Meerut and allegedly took over reserved seats, smoked beedis and cigarettes, and consumed alcohol inside the coach. The situation escalated quickly, drawing complaints from passengers, and the matter reached Hapur Railway Station, where the Railway Protection Force (RPF) and local police intervened. Incident Details According to officials, the activists were traveling to attend a convention in Prayagraj. They allegedly ignored their reserved seating and forcibly occupied passengers’ reserved AC seats. Passengers claimed that ...
Hapur Man Creates High-Voltage Drama, Climbs Water Tank Over Family Dispute
State, Uttar Pradesh

Hapur Man Creates High-Voltage Drama, Climbs Water Tank Over Family Dispute

Hapur: In a shocking incident at the Dhaulana Tehsil complex on Friday, a young man named Rohit Kumar climbed atop a water tank, creating a panic among onlookers. The unusual act drew an immediate crowd, and the police, responding swiftly, managed to bring him down safely and take him into custody. According to police sources, Rohit, a resident of Kheda, was mentally distressed over a family dispute concerning the cost of medical treatment for a leg fracture. He revealed that after his recent injury, his family had paid substantial money for his treatment, but were now demanding repayment, leaving him deeply troubled. The incident unfolded in the morning when Rohit scaled the water tank at the tehsil complex, triggering a commotion. People gathered below as news of the drama spread q...
BMC Election Result 2026: BJP Breaks Thackeray Stronghold in North Mumbai, Ending Two-Decade Sena Dominance
Maharashtra, Politics, State

BMC Election Result 2026: BJP Breaks Thackeray Stronghold in North Mumbai, Ending Two-Decade Sena Dominance

Mumbai:In a major political upset in the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections 2026, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has wrested control of a long-standing Shiv Sena (Uddhav Thackeray faction) bastion in North Mumbai, marking the end of over 20 years of Sena dominance in the area. The result is being seen as one of the most surprising outcomes of this fiercely contested civic election. The biggest shock came from Ward No. 19, which had remained firmly under Shiv Sena control for two decades. Defying expectations, BJP candidate Diksha Kavatankar defeated the Shiv Sena (Thackeray group) nominee Leena Subhash Gudhekar, a member of a family that has traditionally enjoyed strong voter loyalty in the ward. A Crumbling Bastion Ward No. 19 was widely considered an exception ...
Patna Hostel Tragedy: Justice for the Daughter of Jehanabad! Who is Behind the Attempt to Suppress the Case?
Bihar, State

Patna Hostel Tragedy: Justice for the Daughter of Jehanabad! Who is Behind the Attempt to Suppress the Case?

Jehanabad, Bihar: The death of a young NEET student from Jehanabad at a Patna hospital has sparked outrage, as the post-mortem report contradicts initial police claims and raises serious questions. Prashant Kishor, founder of the Jan Suraj Party, has also demanded urgent justice for the victim. Kishor visited the grieving family in Jehanabad on Friday, expressing solidarity and emphasizing that the girl must receive justice. He criticized the handling of the case, saying, “The post-mortem report indicates that sexual assault cannot be ruled out. An independent and thorough investigation is now essential.” Timeline of Events 5 January 2026: The girl from Shakurbad, Jehanabad, left for her hostel. She reached safely and informed her family via phone, appearing perfectly healthy. ...
Delhi Former CM Atishi Gets Relief as Jalandhar Court Declares Video Shared by Kapil Mishra ‘Doctored’
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Delhi Former CM Atishi Gets Relief as Jalandhar Court Declares Video Shared by Kapil Mishra ‘Doctored’

Chandigarh/New Delhi, January 15, 2026: Former Delhi Chief Minister Atishi has received a major legal reprieve after a video circulated on social media alleging that she made disrespectful remarks against Sikh Gurus was declared doctored by a court in Jalandhar, Punjab. The video was shared by Delhi Government Minister Kapil Mishra, who had accused Atishi of insulting the Sikh faith. The Additional Chief Judicial Magistrate (ACJM) of Jalandhar ordered that the video be immediately removed from social media platforms including Meta (Facebook and Instagram), X, and Telegram, citing a forensic examination which confirmed that the audio and visuals had been digitally manipulated. The court instructed the platforms to take down the content within 24 hours and asked the Punjab Cyber Crime Dep...
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann Pays Homage at Sri Akal Takht Sahib, Vows to Abide by Its Directives
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Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann Pays Homage at Sri Akal Takht Sahib, Vows to Abide by Its Directives

Amritsar, January 15, 2026: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann today humbly prostrated himself before Sri Akal Takht Sahib, performing ardas barefoot as a devoted Sikh. He devoted the entire day to the highest temporal seat of the Sikh community, reiterating his faith in its supreme authority and pledging to fully comply with all its directives. During his visit to the Akal Takht Secretariat, CM Mann met with Jathedar Sahib to provide a detailed explanation regarding his previous statements. He emphasized that he holds the institution’s supremacy in the highest regard and that it is inconceivable for him to challenge or undermine its authority. Addressing the media, CM Mann said, “Following the orders of Jathedar Sahib, I have personally appeared here as a humble Sikh and prov...
Gurugram Bank Manager Arrested for Opening Accounts for Cyber Fraudsters for ₹10,000 Commission
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Gurugram Bank Manager Arrested for Opening Accounts for Cyber Fraudsters for ₹10,000 Commission

Gurugram, January 16, 2026: Gurugram Police have arrested a bank relationship manager for allegedly opening bank accounts for cyber fraudsters in exchange for a commission of ₹10,000 per account. The case came to light during an investigation into a fake trading app scam. The probe, which began on November 1, 2025, was initiated after a victim approached the Cyber Crime Police Station (South), claiming they were defrauded under the pretext of making profits through stock market and IPO investments via a fraudulent app. Accused IdentifiedThe arrested manager has been identified as Anup, a Delhi resident with an MBA, who had been working since 2024 as a relationship manager at RBL Bank, Sector 14, Gurugram. According to police, Anup opened multiple bank accounts at the behest of cyberc...
Gujarat High Court Rejects Anticipatory Bail of Gurugram Businessman Accused of Marital Rape
Gujarat, State

Gujarat High Court Rejects Anticipatory Bail of Gurugram Businessman Accused of Marital Rape

Ahmedabad, January 16, 2026: In a shocking case, the Gujarat High Court has rejected the anticipatory bail plea of a Gurugram-based businessman accused by his wife of forcing unnatural sexual acts and repeatedly raping her during their marriage. The allegations also include dowry-related harassment, with the complaint lodged at the Ahmedabad DCB Crime Branch. According to the complaint, the woman accused her husband, mother-in-law, and father-in-law of demanding dowry and subjecting her to harassment. She alleged that her husband forced her into unnatural sexual acts and repeatedly engaged in sexual relations against her will. Additionally, she claimed that her father-in-law attempted molestation, and her husband remained silent instead of protecting her. Court Observations:Hearing b...
ED Raids Former Haryana Minister Mahendra Pratap Singh’s Residence; Congress Workers Protest
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ED Raids Former Haryana Minister Mahendra Pratap Singh’s Residence; Congress Workers Protest

Faridabad, January 16, 2026: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted a major raid on Thursday morning at the residence of senior Haryana Congress leader and former Cabinet Minister Chaudhary Mahendra Pratap Singh in the Sainik Colony, Faridabad, triggering political ripples across the state. The ED team, accompanied by paramilitary forces, arrived at the minister’s residence at 6 a.m. in four vehicles. All family members were asked to remain inside while officials carried out extensive scrutiny of property records, bank transactions, and other documents. Reports indicate that 15–17 officials were involved in the operation, which lasted for nearly 16 hours. News of the raid quickly drew supporters to the site. Local police were deployed to maintain order as some protesters raised s...
Showering of Flowers and Cash: Haryana CM Nayab Saini Receives Warm Welcome from Devotees
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Showering of Flowers and Cash: Haryana CM Nayab Saini Receives Warm Welcome from Devotees

Hisar, January 16, 2026: Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Saini paid a late-night visit to Shri Kameshwar Dham in Kiramara village, Hisar, to pay tribute to the late saint Muni Giri Ji Maharaj and announced a grant of ₹11 lakh for the development of the dham. During the visit, CM Saini met with local residents to inquire about their well-being. In a heartfelt gesture, the presiding saints first showered him with flowers and then with cash, expressing their respect and gratitude. CM Saini also received blessings from the gaddinashin (presiding) saints, Yugal Giri Ji Maharaj. Speaking on the occasion, the Chief Minister said, “The people of this region hold deep and unwavering devotion towards Shri Kameshwar Dham. The late Shri 1008 Muni Giri Ji Maharaj was a saint of the highest order, wh...