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Bihar Tightens Rules for Private Schools: New Norms for Teachers, Facilities, and Accreditation

9Jan

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Bihar, State

Bihar Tightens Rules for Private Schools: New Norms for Teachers, Facilities, and Accreditation

Patna, Bihar: The Bihar government has introduced strict new regulations for private schools, aiming to curb arbitrary practices and ensure better quality education for students. Under the revised rules, private schools will no longer receive government recognition easily, and minimum standards for infrastructure, staff, and student welfare have been clearly defined. Stricter Accreditation Process: Before granting recognition, a three-member committee led by the District Education Officer (DEO) will conduct a thorough on-site inspection of the school’s infrastructure, facilities, and academic standards. Recognition will only be recommended if the school meets the prescribed SOP norms. Teacher-Student Ratio Set: The Directorate of Primary Education has specified minimum teacher requir...

Bahraich: Three Home Guards’ Allegations Against SDM Found False After Investigation

9Jan

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Bahraich: Three Home Guards’ Allegations Against SDM Found False After Investigation

Bahraich, Uttar Pradesh: Three Home Guard personnel assigned to the security of SDM Alok Prasad in Mahsi tehsil had lodged serious allegations against him, claiming that he used casteist slurs, physically harassed them, and threatened their lives. The complainants—Rajaram Shukla, Ramakant Mishra, and Ram Kumar Tiwari—submitted written complaints to their senior officials, demanding strict action against the SDM. However, an official investigation ordered by DM Akshay Tripathi has found the allegations to be baseless. Authorities stated that the complainants failed to provide any concrete evidence or factual support for their claims. The Home Guards had alleged that the SDM verbally abused a differently-abled person during duty hours and forced the complainants to perform physical exe...

Kedarnath Yatra to Get Easier with Twin-Tube Tunnel and Ropeway Projects

9Jan

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Kedarnath Yatra to Get Easier with Twin-Tube Tunnel and Ropeway Projects

Kedarnath, Uttarakhand: The Uttarakhand government is moving ahead with ambitious plans to make the pilgrimage to Kedarnath Dham safer and more accessible for devotees. Religious tourism is a key driver of employment and income in the state, and with millions of pilgrims visiting each year, improving infrastructure has become a priority. Twin-Tube Tunnel Project: A 7-kilometer twin-tube tunnel is planned between Choumasi and Sonprayag near Kalimath. Once completed, it will provide dual connectivity to Sonprayag, serving as an alternate route and an emergency exit during adverse weather conditions or unforeseen situations. The project is expected to take four to five years, and authorities are also studying a dedicated pedestrian passage to enhance last-mile connectivity for pilgrims. ...

Indore Tragedy: Three Killed as Car Crashes into Truck; Bala Bachchan’s Daughter Among Victims

9Jan

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Madhya Pradesh, State

Indore Tragedy: Three Killed as Car Crashes into Truck; Bala Bachchan’s Daughter Among Victims

Indore: A devastating road accident occurred in Indore early Friday morning when a speeding car collided with a truck near Ralamandal on the bypass, claiming the lives of three young people. Among the deceased are Prerna Bachchan, daughter of former Home Minister Bala Bachchan, and Prakhar Kasliwal, son of Congress state spokesperson Anand Kasliwal. A fourth passenger, a young woman named Anushka, was critically injured and admitted to a private hospital. According to police, the accident happened around 5 a.m. The grey Nexon car (MP 13 ZS 8994) lost control and hit the truck from behind with tremendous force, leaving the vehicle completely mangled. Rescue teams had to cut open the car to retrieve the bodies. The victims were returning from a birthday party at a farmhouse, with Prakhar ...

New Year Party Turns Costly for Student: Faked Kidnapping Unraveled by Police in Minutes

9Jan

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State, Uttar Pradesh

New Year Party Turns Costly for Student: Faked Kidnapping Unraveled by Police in Minutes

Unnao: A 9th-grade student in Unnao caused a major scare when he claimed he had been abducted by two men on a motorcycle while on his way home from school. According to the boy, he narrowly escaped the alleged kidnappers, leaving his school bag behind, sparking panic among his family and prompting immediate police action. However, the truth emerged within hours, leaving everyone astonished. The student, identified as Anmol, son of Ranjit from Lodhi Kheda village, admitted during police questioning that the story was entirely fabricated. The boy had received money from home to pay his school fees, but he spent some of it on a New Year party with friends. Fearing his parents’ reaction, he concocted the kidnapping story. His school bag, hidden near a primary school in Dhaukalpur, was re...

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma Warns of Surge in Bangladeshi Muslim Population in Next Census

9Jan

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Assam, State

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma Warns of Surge in Bangladeshi Muslim Population in Next Census

Guwahati: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has once again stirred controversy with remarks regarding the state’s Muslim population. Speaking at a government program, he claimed that names of “suspected infiltrators” would be removed from the voter list and warned that the upcoming census would bring alarming demographic changes. Population Projections According to CM Sarma, Bangladeshi Muslims could account for nearly 40% of Assam’s total population in the next national census. Highlighting a demographic shift over the past few decades, Sarma expressed concern about the rising numbers of Muslims of Bangladeshi origin in the northeastern state. He has previously encouraged measures to counter this growth, including advocating for Hindus to have more children to maintain dem...

“Land-for-Job” Scam: Lalu Prasad Yadav and Family Caught in Major Corruption Case

9Jan

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Bihar, Politics, State

“Land-for-Job” Scam: Lalu Prasad Yadav and Family Caught in Major Corruption Case

Patna: The “Land-for-Job” scandal has delivered a major blow to RJD supremo Lalu Prasad Yadav and his family. A court has now formally framed charges in the case, implicating Lalu, his wife Rabri Devi, daughter Misa Bharti, and sons Tej Pratap and Tejashwi Yadav. The Allegations Lalu Prasad Yadav, during his tenure as Railway Minister in the UPA-1 government (2004–2009), is accused of accepting land in exchange for jobs in the Railway Department. The scandal primarily concerns Group D recruitments, where it is alleged that Lalu manipulated the selection process and demanded land as a bribe for securing employment. According to the Enforcement Directorate (ED) chargesheet, the Lalu family allegedly acquired land at seven different locations through these illegal dealings, involving...

Kanpur Coaching Centre Owner Arrested for Raping 10th-Grade Student; Threatened Family to Silence Her

9Jan

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Kanpur Coaching Centre Owner Arrested for Raping 10th-Grade Student; Threatened Family to Silence Her

Kanpur, January 9, 2026: In a disturbing incident from Kidwai Nagar, Kanpur, a 10th-grade student has accused her coaching centre owner of sexually assaulting her for over a month. The accused allegedly threatened both the girl and her family, forcing her to stay silent and causing her to fall into depression. Details of the CaseThe victim, a student of a local school in Kidwai Nagar, attended classes at Bright Institute, run by Devendra Patel, who also serves as a teacher at her school. According to the victim’s father, the abuse began in December 2025. Whenever she resisted, Patel allegedly threatened to kill her family and ruin her life, compelling her to remain silent. The incident came to light on Thursday morning when the girl refused to go to coaching. Upon repeated questionin...

The Dark Politics of Congress That Ousted Bihar CM Bhola Paswan Shastri: A Historical Account

9Jan

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Bihar, Politics, State

The Dark Politics of Congress That Ousted Bihar CM Bhola Paswan Shastri: A Historical Account

Patna, January 9, 2026: On this day in 1972, the government of Bhola Paswan Shastri, a towering leader in Bihar, fell due to the intrigues and internal machinations of the Congress party. Shastri, who served as Bihar Chief Minister three times, was first chosen as an independent legislator—a rare occurrence in the state’s political history. His final day as acting CM was January 9, 1972, following betrayal and political pressures orchestrated by Congress. Independent Leader Amidst Political TurbulenceShastri became Chief Minister for the third time on June 2, 1971, as an independent legislator with minimal numbers. At the time, Congress treated him as a puppet CM, and internal conflicts forced him to resign on December 27, 1971. However, he continued as acting CM until January 9, 1972, ...

Hindu Girl Found with Muslim Youth in Mathura Hotel; Police Break Room Lock Amidst Uproar

9Jan

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Hindu Girl Found with Muslim Youth in Mathura Hotel; Police Break Room Lock Amidst Uproar

Mathura, January 9, 2026: In a tense incident in Vrindavan, Mathura, Hindu organisations created a commotion after a Muslim youth was found with a Hindu girl in a hotel room near Prem Mandir. Police intervened, breaking the hotel room lock and taking both individuals into custody. Details of the IncidentAccording to reports, Kaif Mohammad (21), a resident of Karol Bagh, Delhi, visited Vrindavan on January 5 with a Hindu girl from Nehru Nagar, Delhi. They were staying at a hotel near Prem Mandir when information reached local Hindu groups, including Bajrang Dal, Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP), and Karni Sena, prompting a large gathering at the hotel. Police deployed significant forces to control the situation. After facing resistance from the protesting groups and finding the hotel room ...