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AI-Based Tatkal Ticketing Launched at Begusarai Station; Railways Introduce Revenue-Generating Modular Stalls

9Jan

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Bihar, State

AI-Based Tatkal Ticketing Launched at Begusarai Station; Railways Introduce Revenue-Generating Modular Stalls

Begusarai:In a major step towards improving passenger convenience and curbing irregularities in Tatkal ticket booking, the Indian Railways has launched an AI-based Tatkal ticketing system at Begusarai railway station under the East Central Railway’s Sonpur Division. The initiative is being implemented as an experimental model and is expected to make Tatkal bookings faster, more transparent and free from middlemen. Under the new system, facial recognition and Aadhaar-based authentication are being used to issue Tatkal tokens. The AI-enabled system will start functioning daily from 12 midnight, when passengers can collect tokens at the station. Based on these tokens, Tatkal tickets will be booked the following morning. How the AI System WorksThe system allows one Tatkal token per perso...

Agra to Deport 38 Bangladeshi Nationals; Police Custody Transfer Scheduled for January 10

9Jan

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Agra to Deport 38 Bangladeshi Nationals; Police Custody Transfer Scheduled for January 10

Agra:The process to deport 38 Bangladeshi nationals illegally residing in Uttar Pradesh’s Agra district has been formally initiated. The Agra Police will take all 38 individuals into custody on January 10 and escort them under tight security to West Bengal, where they will be handed over to the Border Security Force (BSF). The BSF is scheduled to deport them to Bangladesh on January 13. According to police officials, out of the 38 Bangladeshi nationals, 30 are currently lodged in the district jail, having completed a three-year sentence under the Foreigners Act. The remaining eight are minors—including five boys and three girls—who are presently staying in a shelter home. Authorities have decided to deport all of them together as per legal provisions. Illegal Settlement Exposed in 20...

“Bhishma, BrahMos and Akash”: Indian Army Showcases Its Super Power at ‘Operation Sindoor’ Exhibition in Jaipur

9Jan

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Rajasthan, State

“Bhishma, BrahMos and Akash”: Indian Army Showcases Its Super Power at ‘Operation Sindoor’ Exhibition in Jaipur

Jaipur:The spirit of valour and sacrifice came alive in Rajasthan’s capital Jaipur as the Indian Army put on a spectacular display of its military strength and technological prowess during the grand ‘Operation Sindoor’ exhibition, organised on the occasion of the 78th Army Day. For the first time, Jaipur is hosting such an extensive showcase of the Army’s capabilities, drawing huge public enthusiasm. Organised by the South Western Command (Sapta Shakti Command), the four-day ‘Know Your Army’ exhibition has been set up at the Shri Bhawani Niketan campus. The exhibition offers civilians a rare opportunity to witness the Indian Army’s modern weapons, tanks, missiles and advanced operational systems up close. ‘Know Your Army’ Exhibition Draws Massive CrowdFrom students to families, peopl...

Prayagraj: Man-Eating Leopard Captured After Six Months of Terror in Jhunsi Area

9Jan

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Prayagraj: Man-Eating Leopard Captured After Six Months of Terror in Jhunsi Area

After nearly six months of fear and panic, the man-eating leopard that had terrorised residents across Jhunsi and four adjoining police station areas in Prayagraj was finally captured alive on Thursday. The operation brought relief to thousands of villagers who had been living under constant threat. The leopard, which had injured nearly a dozen people and killed several small livestock over the past few months, was trapped after a dramatic 10-hour-long rescue operation by the Forest Department. However, before being captured, the animal attacked and injured two villagers in Chhivaiya village. How the Leopard Was CaughtAccording to officials, the leopard entered Chhivaiya village around 5 a.m. on Thursday in search of prey. Alert villagers spotted the animal and raised an alarm. Surro...

Bijnor Woman Hospitalized After Husband Allegedly Feeds Her Poisoned Food Prepared by His Lover

8Jan

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Bijnor Woman Hospitalized After Husband Allegedly Feeds Her Poisoned Food Prepared by His Lover

Bijnor, Uttar Pradesh: A woman from Kashiram Colony, Kotwali area, Bijnor, was admitted to hospital in serious condition after allegedly being fed poisoned food. Once conscious, she told police that her husband had plotted to harm her in order to marry another woman. She claimed that her husband, along with his lover, prepared the toxic meal and forced her to consume it. Incident Details According to the victim, Gudiya, her husband Sharik, son of Aslam, is involved in a relationship with another woman from the same colony and intends to marry her. On Wednesday, Sharik and his lover allegedly prepared the poisoned food and gave it to Gudiya, leading to her severe illness. She was admitted to the district hospital at night after neighbors intervened and her family was informed. Offi...

Main Accused in Sultanpur Principal Murder Case Commits Suicide, Leaves Note Claiming Innocence

8Jan

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Main Accused in Sultanpur Principal Murder Case Commits Suicide, Leaves Note Claiming Innocence

Sultanpur: The prime accused in the murder of the principal of Ganpat Sahay PG College, Anil Mishra, allegedly committed suicide late Monday evening. A two-and-a-half-page suicide note recovered from the scene reveals that Mishra claimed he was “trapped in a web” and maintained his innocence. Details from the Suicide Note In the note, Mishra wrote: “I was caught in a trap. I am innocent. Judge Sahib has sentenced me.” He also addressed his children, urging them to study well and support their mother, Sushma Mishra, so that his absence would not be felt. He expressed regret about struggling to find employment over the past three years and assured his children to stay away from negative influences. Incident Background Anil Mishra, husband of school manager Sushma Mishra, was foun...

PM Modi to Participate in ‘Somnath Swabhiman Parv’ on January 11; Preparations in Full Swing

8Jan

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Gujarat, State

PM Modi to Participate in ‘Somnath Swabhiman Parv’ on January 11; Preparations in Full Swing

Ahmedabad, Gujarat: The much-awaited Somnath Swabhiman Parv has officially commenced in Gujarat, beginning with ceremonies at the historic Dholeshwar Mahadev Temple. Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel was present during the inaugural events. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit the Somnath Temple on January 11, as part of his three-day Gujarat tour, which will also include hosting the German Chancellor and attending key cultural and regional events. Itinerary and Key Events PM Modi will arrive in Gujarat on January 10 and will remain in the state until January 12. During his visit, he will: Lead the ‘Shaurya Yatra’, a one-kilometer procession featuring 108 horses, as part of the Somnath Swabhiman Parv celebrations. Perform pooja and rituals at the historic So...

Bomb Threats Target Three District Courts in Chhattisgarh; BDS and Dog Squad Take Charge

8Jan

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Chhattisgarh, State

Bomb Threats Target Three District Courts in Chhattisgarh; BDS and Dog Squad Take Charge

Raipur, Chhattisgarh: Panic gripped three district courts in Chhattisgarh—Bilaspur, Durg, and Rajnandgaon—after anonymous emails threatened to bomb the court premises. The threats were sent to the official government email IDs of the courts, prompting an immediate security response. Authorities quickly evacuated the court complexes, with judges, lawyers, staff, and visitors safely escorted out. Following the evacuation, the Bomb Disposal Squad (BDS) and dog squads began a thorough search of the premises. Despite extensive inspections lasting two to three hours, no explosives or suspicious objects were found in any of the courts. Enhanced Security Measures Implemented Although nothing was discovered, precautionary security measures have been strengthened across all three district c...

Yogi Government Achieves Major Milestone: Ayushman Bharat Claims Settlement Accelerates, Pending Cases Drop from 10 Lakh to 3 Lakh

8Jan

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Yogi Government Achieves Major Milestone: Ayushman Bharat Claims Settlement Accelerates, Pending Cases Drop from 10 Lakh to 3 Lakh

Lucknow: The Yogi Adityanath government in Uttar Pradesh has taken significant steps to provide better, timely, and accessible healthcare to the poor and needy. Under the Ayushman Bharat – Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana, families availing treatment receive cashless healthcare, while hospitals associated with the scheme are ensured prompt payments, strengthening the overall system. These measures have yielded tangible results: over the past year, claim settlements under the Ayushman Bharat scheme have improved significantly. Sharp Decline in Pending ClaimsArchana Verma, CEO of the State Agency for Comprehensive Health and Integrated Services (SACHeeJS), said that continuous improvements have been made to ensure prompt and transparent settlement of claims submitted by listed governme...

Khan Sir Announces Massive New Year Offer: 50% Discount on UPSC, BPSC, Railway, and Bihar Police Coaching

8Jan

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Bihar, State

Khan Sir Announces Massive New Year Offer: 50% Discount on UPSC, BPSC, Railway, and Bihar Police Coaching

Patna: Renowned educator and YouTube sensation Khan Sir, famous for his unique teaching style, has announced a generous New Year offer aimed at economically disadvantaged students. The announcement has sparked excitement among students preparing for various competitive exams across India. Prince, a student from Parsia village in Brahmpur block of Buxar district, shared his joy, saying, “I could barely manage to arrange money for coaching. With Khan Sir’s 50% discount, I can now pursue my preparation without financial stress. Thousands of students like me staying in Anisabad, Patna, rely on Khan Sir for guidance, and this offer is a big relief for us.” Details of the OfferKhan Sir released a video outlining the New Year offer: 50% discount for all UPSC batches 50% discount for ...