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Pakistani Woman Arrested in Meerut: Family, Allegations, and Investigation Underway

17Feb

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Madhya Pradesh, State

Pakistani Woman Arrested in Meerut: Family, Allegations, and Investigation Underway

Meerut, Uttar Pradesh: A Pakistani woman, identified as Saba, also known as Nazia, who has been residing in India for 37 years using fake voter ID cards and multiple other documents, was recently arrested in Meerut. The case has sparked widespread attention. Saba’s daughter, Eman, is also a Pakistani citizen, born in Pakistan, while her two sons, including Farhaz, were born in Meerut. Both Eman and Farhaz practice law professionally. Saba’s husband, Farhat Masood, is a band business owner. According to police, Saba was brought to Delhi Gate police station following her arrest. Her son Farhaz accompanied her and informed the authorities that the family owns valuable property under the name of Nadeer Ali Waqf, which is currently under dispute. The complainant, Rukhsana, is a tenant in thi...

Supreme Court Clears Path for Rajasthan Panchayat Elections, Dismisses Delimitation Challenge

17Feb

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Rajasthan, State

Supreme Court Clears Path for Rajasthan Panchayat Elections, Dismisses Delimitation Challenge

Jaipur, Rajasthan: The legal uncertainty surrounding the Panchayati Raj elections in Rajasthan has been resolved. The Supreme Court has dismissed a petition challenging the state’s delimitation notifications, allowing the elections to proceed. With this ruling, the state can now hold Panchayat elections by 15 April 2026. High Court Decision UpheldThe bench, headed by Chief Justice Suryakant and comprising Justices Joymalya Bagchi and Vipul M. Pancholi, rejected the Special Leave Petition filed by Jai Singh against the Jaipur High Court’s decision. The High Court had earlier dismissed Civil Writ Petition No. 792/2026, validating the state government’s delimitation notifications. Petitioner’s ArgumentsThe petitioner had contended that the state government did not comply with mandatory ...

Bhiwadi Blast Tragedy: Bihar Laborers’ Dreams Shattered in Illegal Fireworks Factory Explosion

17Feb

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Rajasthan, State

Bhiwadi Blast Tragedy: Bihar Laborers’ Dreams Shattered in Illegal Fireworks Factory Explosion

Bhiwadi, Rajasthan: A devastating explosion at an illegal fireworks factory in Bhiwadi has claimed the lives of seven laborers from Bihar. Drawn by the promise of a high-paying job of ₹30,000 per month, these workers had traveled nearly 1,000 kilometers from Motihari, only to perish in a blaze that turned their bodies into charred remains, now requiring DNA testing for identification. Dreams of a Better Life Ended in FlamesThe victims had started working at the factory just one and a half months ago, hoping to improve their livelihoods. Among the deceased was a young man married only ten months prior. The explosion was so powerful that it obliterated the workers’ bodies, leaving identification possible only through DNA and dental analysis. Unsafe Conditions and Massive Stock of Explo...

Greater Noida Lift Accident: Power Cut Causes Elevator to Plunge from 13th to 8th Floor, 65-Year-Old Woman Suffers Multiple Fractures

17Feb

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Greater Noida Lift Accident: Power Cut Causes Elevator to Plunge from 13th to 8th Floor, 65-Year-Old Woman Suffers Multiple Fractures

Greater Noida, UP: In a frightening incident at Supertech Ecovillage-1, a lift suddenly plunged from the 13th to the 8th floor due to a power outage, leaving a 65-year-old woman seriously injured. Rani Prasad was in the lift with her grandson and granddaughter when the accident occurred. She suffered fractures in four places on her legs. Incident DetailsAccording to family members, the accident happened around 5 PM on Monday. Rani Prasad had gone to pick up her 11-year-old granddaughter and 7-year-old grandson, who study in Tower G-5. On their return, the lift in Tower F-7 malfunctioned due to an abrupt electricity cut. The lift plummeted down five floors, causing Rani and the children to fall to the lift floor. While all three managed to stabilize themselves, Rani could not exit the li...

When Gangster Went to Jail, Girlfriend’s Mother Became Lady Don: Ranchi Police Uncover Shocking Revelation

17Feb

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Jharkhand, State

When Gangster Went to Jail, Girlfriend’s Mother Became Lady Don: Ranchi Police Uncover Shocking Revelation

Ranchi, Jharkhand: A stunning revelation by the Ranchi police has brought to light a shocking twist in organized crime. After gangster Rahul Singh was jailed, his girlfriend’s mother, Champa Devi, reportedly took over the reins of his gang. She allegedly manages everything from supplying weapons to tracking and collecting extortion money. Arrested gang members confessed that all collected extortion funds are handed over to Champa Devi. Champa Devi Running the ShowFollowing Rahul Singh’s imprisonment, Champa Devi assumed control of the gang in Ranchi. She not only oversees operations but also ensures weapons reach gang members involved in criminal activities. The gang reportedly includes several family members of Rahul Singh. Police investigations revealed that Champa Devi, residing near...

Saharanpur to Attari Border: Pakistani Spy Iqbal Bhatti Repatriated After Serving 17-Year Sentence

17Feb

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Saharanpur to Attari Border: Pakistani Spy Iqbal Bhatti Repatriated After Serving 17-Year Sentence

Saharanpur, UP: Pakistani national Iqbal Bhatti, also known as Devaraj Sehgal, who was convicted of espionage in India, was on Monday sent to the Attari border under tight security to be handed over to Pakistani authorities. After serving a 17-year sentence and completing all legal and diplomatic formalities, the repatriation process was finalized. He is scheduled to be handed over to the Pakistani Rangers at Attari Border on Tuesday afternoon. Arrest and Espionage ChargesBhatti was arrested on 8 August 2008 by Punjab Police in Patiala while in possession of sensitive military maps. Investigations revealed that he had been living in Saharanpur’s Hakikat Nagar area for nearly a year under the alias Devaraj Sehgal. Using forged documents, he had obtained a voter ID, PAN card, and ration c...

Pigeon Racing Scam Exposed: Wings Clipped, Trained Cruelly, Jackpot Bets Up to ₹6 Lakh

17Feb

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Rajasthan, State

Pigeon Racing Scam Exposed: Wings Clipped, Trained Cruelly, Jackpot Bets Up to ₹6 Lakh

Jaipur: The sight of pigeons soaring high in the sky often brings peace and calm, but behind this serene image lies a dark world where millions of rupees are being wagered on the birds. Jaipur’s Vidyadhar Puri police recently busted a major pigeon betting racket, exposing the cruel treatment of these feathered creatures. 42 Pigeons Confined in CartonsPolice rescued 42 pigeons packed into two cartons and arrested three men from Makrana—Sarfaraz Khan, Mohammad Junaid, and Mohammad Sonu—who were transporting the birds. The pigeons, of the “Blue Rock” variety, were being taken from Tonk to Makrana. While it initially appeared to be bird trafficking, investigations revealed a story as gripping as a thriller. Clipped Wings and 30–60 Days of Brutal TrainingThe pigeons were subjected to 30–6...

UP Becomes Fear-Free Under Yogi’s Leadership, Says Sant Riteshwar Maharaj

17Feb

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State, Uttar Pradesh

UP Becomes Fear-Free Under Yogi’s Leadership, Says Sant Riteshwar Maharaj

Satna/Chitrakoot: Renowned spiritual preacher Sant Riteshwar Maharaj, accompanied by former MP and ex-president of the Indian Wrestling Federation Brijbhushan Sharan Singh, visited Chitrakoot and the Dharkundi Ashram in Satna. During his visit, Maharaj lauded the law and order situation in Uttar Pradesh under Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and shared his views on social laws and inter-saint dialogues. Praise for Yogi Adityanath Speaking to the media in Chitrakoot, Sant Riteshwar Maharaj praised CM Yogi Adityanath for creating a fear-free environment in Uttar Pradesh. He described Yogi as both a spiritual leader and an efficient administrator, stating that when a saint assumes political power, he performs his duties with utmost dedication to Rajdharma (the duty of governance). Inte...

Bulandshahr Toll Plaza Guard Returns Lost Bag Containing ₹27,950, Earns Widespread Praise

17Feb

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Bulandshahr Toll Plaza Guard Returns Lost Bag Containing ₹27,950, Earns Widespread Praise

Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh: A security guard at the Luharli Toll Plaza in Bulandshahr has set an example of honesty and integrity by returning a bag containing ₹27,950 in cash and important documents to its rightful owner. A video of the incident shared on social media has drawn widespread appreciation for the guard’s exemplary conduct. Incident Details The incident occurred late Monday night when a car passed through the toll plaza and the owner’s bag accidentally fell off the vehicle. The toll plaza security guard, Vishal, noticed the bag and, upon opening it, discovered the cash and essential documents. He immediately informed the toll plaza manager. CCTV Footage Helps Trace Owner Working together, Vishal and the toll manager reviewed hours of CCTV footage to identify the ca...

Sushil Modi: The Whistleblower Who Brought the ‘Land-for-Job’ Scam of the Lalu Family to Trial

17Feb

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Bihar, State

Sushil Modi: The Whistleblower Who Brought the ‘Land-for-Job’ Scam of the Lalu Family to Trial

Patna: Sushil Kumar Modi, former Deputy Chief Minister of Bihar, has long been recognized not only as a politician but also as a whistleblower who has actively exposed corruption. His efforts have been instrumental in bringing the Lalu Prasad Yadav family’s alleged illegal dealings, including the high-profile Land-for-Job scam, to the courtroom. Early Allegations and Motivation On 4 April 2017, Sushil Modi held his first press conference accusing Tej Pratap Yadav of irregularities in a ‘soil scam.’ At the time, the Bihar government issued a clean chit, but this marked the beginning of Modi’s detailed investigation into the alleged illegal assets of the Lalu family. A veteran in both politics and anti-corruption activism, Modi had previously played a key role in exposing the fodder sc...