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“I Am a Worker-Based Leader”: BJP State President Pankaj Chaudhary Confident of Landslide Victory in Uttar Pradesh in 2027

8Jan

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Politics, State, Uttar Pradesh

“I Am a Worker-Based Leader”: BJP State President Pankaj Chaudhary Confident of Landslide Victory in Uttar Pradesh in 2027

Mau: Newly appointed Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Uttar Pradesh President Pankaj Chaudhary on Thursday asserted that the party would form the government in the state with a thumping majority in the 2027 Assembly elections, banking on the strength and dedication of party workers. As part of his statewide tour, Chaudhary visited Mau district, a politically significant region ahead of the upcoming by-election before the 2027 polls. He travelled through Dohrighat, Amila, Ghosi, Kopaganj and Bhujauti Nagar, before proceeding towards Varanasi via Ghazipur Tiraha. Preparations for his welcome were seen at several locations along the route. The reception at the city’s selfie point was personally overseen by State Energy and Urban Development Minister Arvind Kumar Sharma, highlighting the imp...

One Bottle Between Life and Death: Daughter Safe After Drinking Packaged Water, Mother Dies After Consuming Contaminated Tap Water in Indore

8Jan

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Madhya Pradesh, State

One Bottle Between Life and Death: Daughter Safe After Drinking Packaged Water, Mother Dies After Consuming Contaminated Tap Water in Indore

Indore: In a tragic incident that highlights the deadly consequences of contaminated drinking water, a 74-year-old woman lost her life in Indore after consuming polluted tap water, while her daughter narrowly escaped death—simply because she drank packaged water. Jyoti Bhuse, a resident of Aurangabad, had come to Indore for a brief two-day visit to meet her elderly parents. By coincidence, she did not stay at her parents’ house on the first day and spent the night at her sister’s place. When she visited her parents the following day, she carried her own bottle of packaged drinking water, a habit that ultimately saved her life. Contaminated Water Turns Fatal Overnight On the night of December 29, Jyoti left for Aurangabad by bus after spending time with her parents. She spoke to he...

Brutal Road Rage in Meerut: Pregnant Woman Allegedly Kicked in the Abdomen, CCTV Captures Assault; One Accused Arrested

8Jan

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Brutal Road Rage in Meerut: Pregnant Woman Allegedly Kicked in the Abdomen, CCTV Captures Assault; One Accused Arrested

Meerut: A shocking case of road rage has emerged from Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, where a couple was brutally assaulted by a group of youths following a minor traffic incident. The incident, which was captured on CCTV cameras, allegedly involved the kicking of a five-month pregnant woman in the abdomen, triggering widespread outrage. The incident took place late Tuesday night around 11 pm in the Sadar Bazar police station area. According to the complaint, Deepak Kumar, a resident of Brahmpuri, was returning home with his wife Shreya after attending her father’s birthday celebration in Kankerkhera’s Shakyapuri Colony. Minor Collision Escalates into Violent Attack Near Kasampur Phatak, a scooter coming from the opposite direction lightly brushed against the couple’s car. The impact cause...

Five-Star Hotel Fined Over Privacy Breach: Udaipur Court Orders ₹10.1 Lakh Compensation

8Jan

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Rajasthan, State

Five-Star Hotel Fined Over Privacy Breach: Udaipur Court Orders ₹10.1 Lakh Compensation

Jaipur: A consumer court in Rajasthan has imposed a penalty of over ₹10 lakh on Udaipur’s luxury five-star hotel Leela Palace for violating a guest’s right to privacy. The court held the hotel guilty of serious deficiency in service after its staff entered a guest’s room without consent, causing mental distress to a couple staying at the property. The incident occurred at the lakeside hotel overlooking Lake Pichola, where the complainant was staying with his wife. According to the case presented before the court, a member of the hotel’s housekeeping staff used a master key to enter the room without prior permission, leading to a grave breach of privacy. Court Flags Lapses in Security and Protocol During the hearing, it also emerged that the CCTV camera installed outside the room w...

Bihar’s ‘Chepua’ Fish Turns into Liquid Gold: Pickle Sells at ₹1,200 per Kg, Pricier Than Cashews and Raisins

8Jan

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Bihar, State

Bihar’s ‘Chepua’ Fish Turns into Liquid Gold: Pickle Sells at ₹1,200 per Kg, Pricier Than Cashews and Raisins

Bettiah: In the riverine belt of Bihar’s West Champaran district, a small indigenous fish known as Chepua has emerged as a major source of livelihood and economic revival for thousands of families. Found in abundance in the Gandak River, this tiny fish is now fetching premium prices — with its pickle selling at ₹1,200 per kilogram, surpassing even dry fruits like cashews and raisins. Villages such as Dhanaha, Bagaha, Piprasi and Thakraha in Bihar, along with Paniahawa, Salikpur and Mahadeva in neighbouring Uttar Pradesh, are witnessing a steady boost in rural income due to the growing demand for Chepua fish. More than 2,000 fishermen from riverbank villages venture into the Gandak daily, supplying fresh fish to roadside eateries and pickle makers. A Culinary Attraction for Food Lover...

Ghaziabad to Get a Grand Biodiversity Park in 2026, Featuring Research Garden, Zipline and Lotus Pond

8Jan

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Ghaziabad to Get a Grand Biodiversity Park in 2026, Featuring Research Garden, Zipline and Lotus Pond

Ghaziabad: Residents of Ghaziabad are set to receive a major green gift in 2026 with the completion of the city’s most ambitious environmental project — the Hindon Biodiversity Park. Being developed near the new bus terminal and behind Mahamaya Stadium, the park is rapidly taking shape on land that was once covered with garbage dumps. The Ghaziabad Municipal Corporation is fast-tracking the project to ensure that the park is opened to the public within the year, offering citizens a modern recreational and wellness destination. Officials Inspect Progress, Stress Timely Completion To review the pace and quality of construction, Municipal Commissioner Vikramaditya Singh Malik conducted an on-site inspection along with senior officials. He directed the construction department to compl...

Who Is Urmila Rathore? Controversy Erupts Over Claims in Ankita Bhandari Case, Supreme Court Steps In

8Jan

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State, Uttarakhand

Who Is Urmila Rathore? Controversy Erupts Over Claims in Ankita Bhandari Case, Supreme Court Steps In

Dehradun: The Ankita Bhandari murder case has once again come into sharp focus in Uttarakhand following claims made by actress Urmila Sanawar, also known as Urmila Rathore, regarding the alleged involvement of a “VIP” in the case. Her statements have triggered political and legal controversy, prompting questioning by the Dehradun police and intervention by the Supreme Court. Police officials from Nehru Colony and Dalanwala police stations questioned Urmila Sanawar at length over her claims, viral audio clips circulated on social media, and the basis of her allegations related to the Ankita Bhandari case. Her statements were recorded on audio and video. According to sources, two senior police officers questioned her for nearly two hours late Tuesday night, in the presence of an IPS offic...

Bihar Prisoners to Be Guarded on Tihar Jail Lines, Patna High Court Gives State Nine Months for Reforms

8Jan

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Bihar, State

Bihar Prisoners to Be Guarded on Tihar Jail Lines, Patna High Court Gives State Nine Months for Reforms

Patna: The Patna High Court has directed the Bihar government to complete the process of upgrading the state’s prison laws in line with the Central Model Prison Manual within a period of nine months. The order was passed while disposing of a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) seeking comprehensive prison reforms in the state. The directive was issued by a Division Bench comprising Acting Chief Justice Sudhir Singh and Justice Rajesh Kumar Verma. A copy of the order was made public on Wednesday. Court Orders Alignment with Model Prison Manual The PIL, filed by advocate Abhinav Shandilya, urged the High Court to direct the state authorities to adopt the Model Prison Manual, 2016, prepared by the Union Ministry of Home Affairs. The petitioner argued that the manual serves as a uniform ...

Biker’s Throat Slashed by Chinese Manjha in Chhindwara, Life Saved After Three Surgeries

8Jan

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Madhya Pradesh, State

Biker’s Throat Slashed by Chinese Manjha in Chhindwara, Life Saved After Three Surgeries

Chhindwara: In a horrifying incident highlighting the continued menace of banned Chinese manjha, a businessman narrowly escaped death after his throat was slashed by a sharp kite string while riding a motorcycle in Chhindwara district of Madhya Pradesh. The victim suffered a deep neck injury exposing his food pipe, and his life was saved only due to timely medical intervention and the presence of mind shown by his wife. The incident occurred on January 2, when Ramgiri Goswami, who runs a bangle and imitation jewellery business, was returning to Chhindwara with his wife on a motorcycle via Chand, Beesapur Kala and Linga villages. As they reached near a liquor shop in Chandan village, a Chinese manjha lying across the road suddenly wrapped around Goswami’s neck. Food Pipe Exposed, Cond...

When a Court Dancer Outsmarted a King: The Fascinating Story of ‘Tilon Ki Pol’ in Jaisalmer

8Jan

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Rajasthan, State

When a Court Dancer Outsmarted a King: The Fascinating Story of ‘Tilon Ki Pol’ in Jaisalmer

Jaisalmer: Rajasthan’s history is replete with intriguing tales of power, art, faith and wit. One such lesser-known yet captivating story is associated with Tilon Ki Pol, a historic gateway located near Gadisar Lake, just outside the iconic Jaisalmer Fort — the only living fort in India. What makes this gateway remarkable is not just its architecture, but the woman behind it — Tilo Bai, a court dancer (tawaif) whose intelligence and foresight compelled even the Maharaja of Jaisalmer to bow before her wisdom. A Dancer Patronised by the Royal Court Historical accounts suggest that during the reign of Maharaja Garsi Singh, artists and performers were often granted royal patronage. Tilo Bai, a talented dancer originally from Bhopal, arrived in Jaisalmer in the 18th century and soon fo...