Monday, July 27

State

“We Don’t Fear Hollow Threats”: Fadnavis Responds to Sanjay Raut’s ‘Mumbai Can Be Shut in 10 Minutes’ Claim
Bihar, Politics, State

“We Don’t Fear Hollow Threats”: Fadnavis Responds to Sanjay Raut’s ‘Mumbai Can Be Shut in 10 Minutes’ Claim

Mumbai: As campaigning for the upcoming municipal elections in Maharashtra enters its final phase, political rhetoric has intensified. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has strongly responded to a statement by Shiv Sena UBT leader and MP Sanjay Raut, who claimed that his party could still shut down Mumbai in just 10 minutes. Raut’s Claim Sparks ControversySanjay Raut made the statement during an interview, highlighting it as one of the party’s major achievements. He asserted that even today, UBT has the ability to close down the city in a short span of time, emphasizing that the influence of the Thackeray family remains intact. Fadnavis Issues a ChallengeReacting sharply, CM Fadnavis dismissed the claim as an empty threat, saying that Raut’s party cannot even shut down the area around...
“Don’t Worry, Son”: Mother Wraps Blanket Around Statue of Martyred BSF Constable Gurnam Singh, a Gesture of Heartfelt Love
jammu and kashmir, State

“Don’t Worry, Son”: Mother Wraps Blanket Around Statue of Martyred BSF Constable Gurnam Singh, a Gesture of Heartfelt Love

Jammu: A mother’s love knows no bounds—even a decade after her son’s martyrdom, she continues to care for him as if he were still alive. In Jammu’s R.S. Pura, the mother of martyred BSF constable Gurnam Singh recently wrapped a warm blanket around his statue as winter temperatures dropped, a touching act that has moved locals and passersby. Bravery RememberedGurnam Singh, 26, was martyred in 2016 while bravely confronting terrorists attempting to infiltrate the Hazratnagar sector. On the night of 19-20 October, Singh successfully neutralized one terrorist and forced the rest to retreat, despite heavy gunfire and rocket-propelled grenades. For his valor, he was posthumously awarded the President’s Police Medal. A statue was later erected in R.S. Pura to honor his sacrifice. A Mother’s...
NDA Slams RJD MP Surendra Yadav for Abusive Remarks; Demands Action from Lalu Prasad Yadav
Bihar, Politics, State

NDA Slams RJD MP Surendra Yadav for Abusive Remarks; Demands Action from Lalu Prasad Yadav

Patna: Surendra Prasad Yadav, the RJD MP from Jehanabad, Bihar, has found himself embroiled in controversy after reportedly using abusive language against voters who did not support him. The MP’s comments included offensive words directed at the Yadav community, sparking a political uproar in the state. A video of the incident has gone viral on social media, intensifying the controversy. The NDA in Bihar has demanded that RJD supremo Lalu Prasad Yadav take strict action against his MP. JDU Questions RJD’s StanceThe Janata Dal (United) has strongly criticized the RJD over the video. JDU MLC and spokesperson Neeraj Kumar questioned whether the RJD allows its MPs to freely abuse citizens. He urged Lalu Prasad Yadav to take action against Surendra Prasad Yadav, stating, “If not, it raise...
IAS Officer Abhishek Prakash Named Accused in Solar Company Bribery Case; SIT to Question Him Soon
State, Uttar Pradesh

IAS Officer Abhishek Prakash Named Accused in Solar Company Bribery Case; SIT to Question Him Soon

Lucknow: The troubles of suspended IAS officer Abhishek Prakash have escalated in connection with a bribery case involving SAEL Solar Power Company. The Special Investigation Team (SIT) has named the former Invest UP CEO Abhishek Prakash as an accused for allegedly demanding a bribe to approve the company’s project. The action follows evidence and witness statements collected during the investigation. The company representative, Vishwajeet Das, had filed an FIR at Gomtinagar police station on 20 March 2025, alleging that a five percent bribe was demanded for project approval. According to the FIR, the company had applied to Invest UP for projects related to solar cells and solar energy equipment in Uttar Pradesh. A senior official had sent a person named Nikant Jain as a contact poin...
PM Modi and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz Celebrate Kite Festival at Sabarmati Riverfront in Ahmedabad
Gujarat, Politics, State

PM Modi and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz Celebrate Kite Festival at Sabarmati Riverfront in Ahmedabad

Ahmedabad: German Chancellor Friedrich Merz received a grand welcome during his first visit to India, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi personally hosting him in his home state of Gujarat. The two leaders met at the Sabarmati Ashram, paying tribute to Mahatma Gandhi before participating in the International Kite Festival 2026 at the Sabarmati Riverfront, symbolically flying kites representing India and Germany. Kite Flying Together The Kite Festival, a cultural highlight of Ahmedabad since 1989, gained further popularity under Modi’s tenure as Chief Minister. On this occasion, both leaders rode together in an open vehicle at the Riverfront, holding the strings of kites soaring in the sky. The event also featured a Hanuman-themed kite, emphasizing the local cultural essence. The kite ...
Why Did CM Mamata Banerjee Personally Retrieve a ‘Green File’ During Raids? BJP’s Ravishankar Prasad Raises Serious Allegations
Politics, State, West Bengal

Why Did CM Mamata Banerjee Personally Retrieve a ‘Green File’ During Raids? BJP’s Ravishankar Prasad Raises Serious Allegations

Kolkata: Tensions escalated between the BJP and Trinamool Congress (TMC) following an ED raid at the I-PEK office in Kolkata. The controversy centers on West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, who claimed she intervened in the raid in her capacity as TMC President. BJP leaders have now challenged this claim, alleging that the real motive may have been to remove evidence related to the coal scam that could implicate her party. BJP Targets Mamata Banerjee During a press conference, BJP Lok Sabha MP Ravishankar Prasad pointed out that despite an alleged attack on the convoy of Bengal BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari, the state government did not register any FIR. Prasad highlighted a moment from the raid where Mamata Banerjee was seen holding a green file, which was reportedly removed du...
Ahead of UP Elections, Tej Pratap Yadav Plays ‘Pilgrimage Card’: Calls for Non-Veg and Alcohol Ban at Vrindavan
Bihar, State

Ahead of UP Elections, Tej Pratap Yadav Plays ‘Pilgrimage Card’: Calls for Non-Veg and Alcohol Ban at Vrindavan

Patna: As the Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections draw near, political debates around religious sentiments are intensifying. Jan Shakti Jan Dal (JJD) supremo and former Bihar minister Tej Pratap Yadav has joined the discourse, advocating for a ban on non-vegetarian food and alcohol sales at Hindu pilgrimage sites beyond Ayodhya. Extending Ayodhya’s Rules to Vrindavan Tej Pratap welcomed the existing restriction on meat sales within a 15 km radius of the Ram temple in Ayodhya and suggested that similar rules should be applied in Vrindavan and Mathura, where liquor shops and non-vegetarian food outlets currently operate openly. He asked, “If Ayodhya enforces a 15 km non-veg ban, why should Vrindavan be excluded?” He emphasized the need to respect the sanctity of religious places unifor...
Aligarh: BJP Leader and Young Woman Clash, Police Take Both to Station; Mother Arrives Wielding Slipper
State, Uttar Pradesh

Aligarh: BJP Leader and Young Woman Clash, Police Take Both to Station; Mother Arrives Wielding Slipper

Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh: A heated confrontation between BJP leader Gaurang Tiwari and a young woman in Aligarh escalated into a physical altercation, prompting police intervention. Both parties were taken to the Dehligate Police Station, where tensions continued to rise, and a viral video now shows the woman’s mother brandishing a slipper during the commotion. Police are investigating the incident. Incident on the Street The incident occurred on Sunday in the Dehligate area, when Gaurang Tiwari, accompanied by other BJP leaders, reportedly encountered the woman on the street. An argument quickly escalated into a scuffle. Police arrived at the scene, separated the parties, and took both to the station for questioning. High-Voltage Drama at Police Station At the police station, th...
Three Friends Plan Robbery While Smoking Cannabis by River, Attack Elderly Woman; Arrested Within 24 Hours
Madhya Pradesh, State

Three Friends Plan Robbery While Smoking Cannabis by River, Attack Elderly Woman; Arrested Within 24 Hours

Satna, Madhavgarh: In a shocking case highlighting the dangers of substance abuse and greed, three local youths carried out a brutal attack on an elderly woman living alone in Madhavgarh, under the Kolagwan police jurisdiction. The accused gagged the victim, assaulted her with an iron rod and knife, and fled with gold and silver jewelry. Police swiftly solved the case and arrested all three perpetrators within 24 hours. Planning the Crime While Smoking Cannabis The three accused—Indrajit alias Chhotu, Uday Dwivedi, and Pranshu alias Allu—allegedly hatched the plan while sitting by the river on the night of 8 January, smoking cannabis and cigarettes. They decided to target the house of an elderly woman living near Uday’s residence. Around 2 AM on 9 January, they broke the lock and ent...
BJP and AIADMK Near Consensus on Power Sharing Ahead of Tamil Nadu Assembly Polls
Politics, State, Tamil Nadu

BJP and AIADMK Near Consensus on Power Sharing Ahead of Tamil Nadu Assembly Polls

New Delhi / Chennai: Ahead of the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and AIADMK are reportedly close to finalizing an agreement on power sharing along with seat-sharing arrangements. BJP sources indicate that AIADMK has nearly agreed to announce a pre-poll power-sharing plan, signaling that if the NDA wins, the government will represent the entire alliance rather than solely AIADMK. NDA Alliance in Tamil Nadu The BJP-AIADMK alliance for the state elections follows AIADMK’s return to the NDA last year. In April 2025, when BJP leader Amit Shah visited Tamil Nadu, AIADMK officially rejoined the NDA. Shah had announced that the Assembly elections would be contested under AIADMK leader and former Chief Minister Edappadi K. Palaniswami (EPS), and that ...