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Patna in Panic as Doctor’s Grandson Goes Missing; Police Scrutinize CCTV Footage

5Jan

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Bihar, State

Patna in Panic as Doctor’s Grandson Goes Missing; Police Scrutinize CCTV Footage

Patna, January 5, 2026: A sense of alarm has gripped Patna’s Masoudhi area after the mysterious disappearance of Rohit Kumar, also known as Kishoo, the grandson of renowned local doctor Satish Kumar. The Class 11 student has been missing for seven days, and his family fears he may have been kidnapped. The incident occurred in Brahmrishi Colony when Rohit, the son of Chintu Sharma, left his maternal grandparents’ house on the morning of December 29, saying he needed to buy a notebook. He had been given ₹150 by his grandmother for the purchase. Since then, he has neither reached his coaching center nor returned home, prompting intense worry among family members. Family Reports Missing CaseRohit’s family immediately lodged a missing person complaint at Masoudhi police station. Despite i...

Can Priyanka Gandhi Turn the Tide in Assam? Faces Direct Challenge from BJP’s Master Strategist

5Jan

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Assam, State

Can Priyanka Gandhi Turn the Tide in Assam? Faces Direct Challenge from BJP’s Master Strategist

Guwahati, January 5, 2026: The Congress party has made a bold move in its bid to reclaim power in Assam by appointing Priyanka Gandhi to lead the party’s state campaign — marking the first time she has been entrusted with a direct role in a state assembly election. This sets the stage for a high-stakes political duel between Priyanka Gandhi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah, BJP’s chief strategist. The 2026 assembly elections will take place in several states, including Assam, West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Puducherry, covering a total of 824 legislative seats. While West Bengal is expected to witness high-voltage electoral battles, Assam now takes the spotlight with Congress banking on Priyanka Gandhi’s leadership to challenge the BJP machinery. On the BJP side, election strat...

Devas SDM Anand Malviya Suspended Overnight Over Controversial Letter

5Jan

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Madhya Pradesh, State

Devas SDM Anand Malviya Suspended Overnight Over Controversial Letter

Ujjain/Devas, January 5, 2026: Anand Malviya, the Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) of Devas district, has been suspended with immediate effect following a controversial letter he issued that criticized a Union Minister and allegedly used Congress party language on official letterhead. The decision comes in the wake of public outrage over deaths caused by contaminated water in Indore. The suspension order was issued by Ujjain Divisional Commissioner Ashish Singh after Malviya’s letter, addressed to his subordinates, became public and sparked widespread controversy. In the letter, Malviya reportedly referred to Union Minister Kailash Vijayvargiya as “inhuman and autocratic” and cited the deaths of 14 people due to contaminated water in Indore. The letter was issued in the context of pro...

Sip Your Tea, Then Eat the Cup! Damoh Introduces Innovative ‘Biscuit Tea Cups’

5Jan

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Madhya Pradesh, State

Sip Your Tea, Then Eat the Cup! Damoh Introduces Innovative ‘Biscuit Tea Cups’

Damoh, Madhya Pradesh, January 5, 2026: Imagine finishing your tea and then munching on your cup itself! This is no longer a fantasy. Damoh district in Madhya Pradesh has introduced a unique “biscuit cup” — an edible tea cup that promises to revolutionize the way people enjoy tea while promoting environmental sustainability. The innovative cup, made entirely from biscuit material, allows tea drinkers to savor their hot beverage and then enjoy the cup as a snack. This eco-friendly invention eliminates disposable plastic waste, offering a tasty solution to a growing environmental problem. During a demonstration at Damayanti Palace, Collector Sudhir Kochar and Superintendent of Police Shrutkirti Somvanshi showcased the biscuit cups to the media. Both officials personally enjoyed tea in ...

Padma Shri Rajaram Jain Passes Away at 96; Authored Over 40 Books

5Jan

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Padma Shri Rajaram Jain Passes Away at 96; Authored Over 40 Books

Noida, January 5, 2026: Padma Shri Rajaram Jain, the renowned Indian scientist, linguist, and author, passed away on Sunday afternoon at the age of 96. He had been unwell for the past few days, and his family was by his side during his final moments. Residing in Sector-34, Noida, Rajaram Jain is survived by his four children — Ratna Jain, Rajeev Goel, Rashmi Jain, and Rajesh Pankaj — all of whom live outside the city. Born in 1929 in Malthoun, Madhya Pradesh, Rajaram Jain was not only a distinguished scientist but also an expert in linguistics, known for his profound knowledge of ancient languages such as Prakrit and Apabhramsa. His death has sent waves of grief through the literary and academic communities. According to his daughter, Ratna Jain, he was adept at studying and trans...

UP CM Yogi Adityanath Meets PM Modi in Delhi, Cabinet Reshuffle Talks Gain Momentum

5Jan

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State, Uttar Pradesh

UP CM Yogi Adityanath Meets PM Modi in Delhi, Cabinet Reshuffle Talks Gain Momentum

Lucknow/Delhi: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath held a crucial meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Delhi on Monday, drawing political attention across the state. The discussion, which lasted around 45 minutes, reportedly covered topics including the upcoming cabinet expansion in Uttar Pradesh, the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) campaign, and other key governance issues. Sources indicate that after meeting the Prime Minister, CM Yogi is also scheduled to meet Union Home Minister Amit Shah to discuss additional administrative and political matters. Later in the day, the Chief Minister will hold discussions with senior BJP leaders, including National Executive President Nitin Nabin and JP Nadda. CM Yogi was accompanied by Deputy Chief Ministers Brajesh Pathak and ...

Woman Defrauded of ₹1.85 Lakh in Fatehpur, Lured by Promise of Making Her Son a Model

5Jan

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Woman Defrauded of ₹1.85 Lakh in Fatehpur, Lured by Promise of Making Her Son a Model

Fatehpur: A shocking case of online fraud has emerged in Fatehpur district, Uttar Pradesh, where a woman was tricked into paying ₹1.85 lakh under the pretext of getting her son promoted as a model. The police have registered a case and launched an investigation. The Fraud Scheme According to reports, Soumya Chauhan, wife of Pratham Rathore from the Civil Lines area, approached the police after being scammed. On 9 December, while browsing Facebook, she came across a group called ‘Tiny Wonder’, which claimed to offer children’s modeling and promotion opportunities along with profits. Trusting the group, Soumya initially transferred ₹50,000 online to the account details provided by the fraudsters and also shared her child’s photograph for modeling purposes. Soon, the fraudsters sent ...

After SIR, 6.65 Lakh Voters Dropped from Meerut Electoral Rolls; Complete List Available Online

5Jan

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State, Uttar Pradesh

After SIR, 6.65 Lakh Voters Dropped from Meerut Electoral Rolls; Complete List Available Online

Meerut: Following the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, 6,65,647 voters have been removed from the voter list across seven assembly constituencies in Meerut district. These individuals were identified as deceased, relocated, long-term absent, or duplicate entries (ASD category). The district administration has made the final booth-wise list of these ASD voters publicly available on the official website. Citizens can now check the details of their constituency and polling booth online at https://meerut.nic.in/asdfinal/. Draft Voter List to Be Published on 6 January District Magistrate and District Election Officer Dr. V.K. Singh stated that after verifying the data collected during the SIR process, the final list of ASD voters has been issued. He added that the d...

Bulldozer Action in Ujjain: Four-Storey Illegal Building Near Mahakal Temple Demolished

5Jan

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Madhya Pradesh, State

Bulldozer Action in Ujjain: Four-Storey Illegal Building Near Mahakal Temple Demolished

Ujjain: In a strict enforcement drive, the Ujjain Municipal Corporation (UMC) demolished a four-storey unauthorized building located near the Mahakal Temple today. The construction, reportedly carried out in the name of Noorjahan Gulam Mohammad, had no legal approval. The demolition was carried out using bulldozers and a Poclain excavator, temporarily obstructing one of the routes leading to the temple. Notice Ignored, Court Relief Denied The building, located in Zone 3, Plot No. 97/7/A, was under scrutiny after municipal authorities received reports of illegal construction. The UMC issued a notice to halt the work, but the owners neither responded nor stopped the construction. Instead, they approached the court seeking relief. Despite this, the building continued to rise, reaching f...

UP Draft Voter List to Be Published Tomorrow; Here’s What to Do If Your Name Is Missing

5Jan

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State, Uttar Pradesh

UP Draft Voter List to Be Published Tomorrow; Here’s What to Do If Your Name Is Missing

Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh: The Election Commission of India (ECI) will publish the draft voter list for Uttar Pradesh on 6 January 2026, following the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the electoral rolls. During the SIR process, nearly 2.89 crore voters in the state remained unmapped. The draft list provides citizens an opportunity to verify their names and apply for inclusion if missing. Timeline and Process The SIR process began in Uttar Pradesh on 4 November 2025, with the initial deadline for submission of forms set as 4 December, later extended to 12 December and then 26 December due to logistical challenges. The draft voter list, originally scheduled for 31 December 2025, has been postponed to 6 January 2026. From 6 January to 27 February 2026, the process of issuing not...