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Three Buffaloes Fight Off Tiger to Save Owner in Bihar; Predator Forced to Retreat
Bihar, State

Three Buffaloes Fight Off Tiger to Save Owner in Bihar; Predator Forced to Retreat

West Champaran (Bihar): In a rare and extraordinary incident from Bihar’s West Champaran district, three buffaloes displayed remarkable bravery by confronting a tiger to save their owner’s life. The fierce animals charged at the predator and injured it with their horns, forcing the tiger to flee into nearby bushes. The incident occurred in Sherwa Mandiha village under the Sahodra police station area, creating panic and fear among local residents. Tiger Attacked Youth Near Riverbank According to local sources, the incident took place on Monday morning. Upendra Kumar (23), son of Saheb Yadav, had taken his seven buffaloes for grazing. His younger brother Bhupendra stated that around 9:30 AM, Upendra was bathing the animals at the Pandai River ghat when a tiger, reportedly hiding in ...
Court Verdict After 33 Years in Bihar Over ₹225 Snatching Case; Accused Acquitted Due to Lack of Evidence
Bihar, State

Court Verdict After 33 Years in Bihar Over ₹225 Snatching Case; Accused Acquitted Due to Lack of Evidence

Muzaffarpur (Bihar): In a striking example of judicial delay, a court in Bihar’s Muzaffarpur district delivered its verdict after 33 long years in a case involving the alleged snatching of just ₹225. The case, registered in 1992, remained pending for more than three decades, making it one of the oldest cases in the concerned court. On Monday, the court of ACJM-I (West), Pankaj Kumar Tiwari, pronounced the final judgment and acquitted the three surviving accused due to insufficient evidence. The prosecution failed to establish the charges beyond doubt, leading to the release of the accused with honour. Case Registered in 1992 According to the case details, the complainant Naval Kishore Chaudhary, a resident of Kharauna Jairam village under the Kurhani police station area, filed a c...
13 Flight Routes Discontinued at Hindon Airport in a Year; Daily Operations Drop from 25 to 12
State, Uttar Pradesh

13 Flight Routes Discontinued at Hindon Airport in a Year; Daily Operations Drop from 25 to 12

Ghaziabad: Flight services launched with much enthusiasm at Hindon Airport in Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, appear to be shrinking rapidly within just a year. The number of daily flights, which once stood at 25 before the winter fog season, has now dropped sharply to only 12, raising serious concerns among airport authorities and the Airports Authority of India (AAI). Officials stated that the airport director has written multiple letters to IndiGo and Air India Express, urging them to restore the discontinued services. Despite the reduction in flights, authorities claim that the flights currently operating are flying with nearly 90% occupancy, indicating strong passenger demand. Flight Services Suspended to Several Cities In the past one year, Hindon Airport has witnessed the closure...
“Our Job Is to Protect the Environment, Not Distribute Land Titles”: NGT Pulls Up BMC in Bhadbhada Encroachment Case
Madhya Pradesh, State

“Our Job Is to Protect the Environment, Not Distribute Land Titles”: NGT Pulls Up BMC in Bhadbhada Encroachment Case

Bhopal: The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has taken a firm stand to protect the city’s pride, the Bhoj Wetland, emphasizing that its primary mandate is environmental protection—not resolving land ownership disputes. NGT Hearing on Bhadbhada Encroachments During a hearing on encroachments near the Bhadbhada area along the Upper Lake, the NGT’s Bhopal bench clarified that the Tribunal’s responsibility is to address environmental concerns, not decide on property rights or ownership claims. The remarks came after Bhopal Municipal Corporation (BMC) lawyer Gunjan Choksi submitted an Action Taken Report (ATR) regarding the removal of encroachments. Encroachment Removal Hampered by Local Opposition The ATR stated that out of 35 encroachments, 9 had been removed. However, actions on the...
“I Am Nehruvian, Not Rahulvian”: Mani Shankar Aiyar Calls KC Venugopal ‘Rowdy’ Amid Party Isolation
Kerala, State

“I Am Nehruvian, Not Rahulvian”: Mani Shankar Aiyar Calls KC Venugopal ‘Rowdy’ Amid Party Isolation

Congress leader Mani Shankar Aiyar is increasingly finding himself isolated within his own party. Several Congress leaders have reportedly refused to recognize him as a party member. In response, Aiyar fired back, calling KC Venugopal “rowdy” while describing himself as Nehruvian, Gandhian, and Rajivian—but explicitly rejecting the label of “Rahulvian.” Aiyar Clashes with Party Leaders The controversy stems from Aiyar’s long history of making provocative statements. After predicting a comeback for the Left Front in the Kerala Assembly elections, Kerala Congress leader Pawan Khera announced that Aiyar’s relationship with the party was effectively over, attributing his statements to old age. Khera warned that such remarks provide easy ammunition for political opponents. Other Congress ...
From “Weatherman” to “Poor Guy”: How Lalu Yadav Paid a Heavy Price for His Clash with Ram Vilas Paswan
Bihar, Politics, State

From “Weatherman” to “Poor Guy”: How Lalu Yadav Paid a Heavy Price for His Clash with Ram Vilas Paswan

Politics in Bihar has heated up over the use of the word “poor guy.” During the state assembly session, LJP (Ram Vilas) members staged a loud protest, chanting slogans such as “RJD’s identity, insult to Dalits,” echoing through the house. The ruling party accused the opposition of being anti-Dalit. The controversy erupted after RJD MLA Kumar Sarvjeet used the word “poor guy” to refer to former Union Minister Ram Vilas Paswan. This is not the first time that Lalu Prasad Yadav’s party has clashed with Paswan. When Lalu was active in politics, he often tried to belittle Ram Vilas Paswan. Analysts say that Lalu’s misstep in 2013 significantly altered Bihar’s political landscape, as Paswan eventually parted ways with RJD to join the NDA, causing RJD major losses in subsequent Lok Sabha elect...
Tamanna Malik Sparks Debate by Carrying Kanwar in Burqa, Responds to Critics
State, Uttar Pradesh

Tamanna Malik Sparks Debate by Carrying Kanwar in Burqa, Responds to Critics

Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh: Tamanna Malik, a Muslim woman from Badanpur Basei village in Asmoli, Sambhal, has made headlines for carrying out a Kanwar pilgrimage from Haridwar while wearing a burqa. Tamanna undertook the journey with her husband, Aman Tyagi, following the fulfillment of a vow she had made prior to their marriage. The couple performed Jalabhishek on the Shiva Linga at the ancient Kshemanath temple in Naimisharanya on the occasion of Mahashivratri. Her actions have sparked controversy, drawing criticism from Samajwadi Party MP Ziaur Rahman Bark and All India Muslim Jamaat leader Maulana Shahabuddin Razvi. Bark questioned her choice, arguing that having converted to another religion, she should not participate in a Hindu religious ritual wearing a burqa. Razvi echoed this view...
Tragic Loss in Kanha: Injured Male Leopard Dies During Treatment
Madhya Pradesh, State

Tragic Loss in Kanha: Injured Male Leopard Dies During Treatment

Mandla, Madhya Pradesh: A male leopard found injured in the Sarhi range of Kanha Tiger Reserve died while being transported for treatment. The animal was discovered near Anikat Nala on Saturday in a critically injured state. Despite efforts by the Forest Department and wildlife experts from Jabalpur, the leopard succumbed before reaching Mukki Hospital. Rescue Efforts and Immediate Treatment The leopard was located near Daladala Beat Block No. 729, Anikat Nala (Bendiware Daladala Forest Route). The patrolling team immediately alerted senior officials. Veterinary specialists from the Wildlife and Forensic School, Jabalpur, and local forest staff arrived promptly and administered on-site treatment. Given the severity of its injuries, the leopard was being shifted to Mukki Hospital in a...
Ujjain: Lord Mahakal Adorned as Groom for Annual Bharmarti Ceremony
Madhya Pradesh, State

Ujjain: Lord Mahakal Adorned as Groom for Annual Bharmarti Ceremony

Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh: The grand Mahashivratri celebrations at the world-famous Mahakaleshwar Temple culminated today with the unique “Sehra Darshan” of Lord Mahakal. On 16 February, the deity was adorned as a groom, wearing a floral crown (Sehra) in a ceremony that occurs just once a year. The day-time Bharmarti began at 12 noon and continued until 2 PM. Elaborate Rituals at Mahakaleshwar Temple The celebrations began in the morning with Rudrabhishek performed by eleven Brahmins, accompanied by Vedic chants. Lord Mahakal was bathed in five types of fruit juices followed by Panchamrit Abhishek, a ritual involving a mixture of milk, curd, ghee, honey, sugar, Ganga water, rose water, bhang, and saffron. The deity was then dressed in new clothes and adorned with a mask made of the seve...
Purnesh Modi Elected New Deputy Speaker of Gujarat Assembly
Gujarat, Politics, State

Purnesh Modi Elected New Deputy Speaker of Gujarat Assembly

Ahmedabad, Gujarat: On the first day of the Gujarat Assembly’s budget session, BJP MLA and former minister Purnesh Modi from Surat was elected as the new Deputy Speaker. His term will continue until 2027. The nomination of Congress leader Shailesh Parmar was rejected, and Modi secured the post through voice vote. Political Comeback Purnesh Modi, a three-time MLA from Surat West, previously served as a cabinet minister in Gujarat. His election as Deputy Speaker is seen as a strong political comeback following his appointment as the new state president of the BJP. Earlier, he had fallen out of favor when former state head and Union Minister C.R. Patil was in charge. Modi succeeds Jethabhai Bharwad, who had resigned from the post citing personal reasons. National Spotlight Modi ca...