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West Bengal Elections: Seat Dispute Over ISF Threatens Left Alliance, Forward Bloc Issues Warning to CPM

16Feb

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State, West Bengal

West Bengal Elections: Seat Dispute Over ISF Threatens Left Alliance, Forward Bloc Issues Warning to CPM

Kolkata, West Bengal: As the West Bengal Assembly elections approach, tensions are rising within the Left Front over seat-sharing negotiations with the Indian Secular Front (ISF), led by Pirzada Abbas Siddiqui of Furfura Sharif. The ISF’s demand for 45 assembly seats has sparked a dispute, particularly with the Forward Bloc, which claims several of these are its traditional constituencies. The Forward Bloc has issued a stern warning that it may exit the alliance if its own allotted seats are compromised. The ISF, despite winning just one seat in the last assembly elections and capturing only 1.35% of votes, has steadily expanded its influence. Furfura Sharif, located 40 km from Kolkata, is a major center of faith for millions of Bengali Muslims and exerts direct influence over over 2,50...

T20 World Cup: India Registers Historic Win Over Pakistan, Ishan Kishan’s Father Shares Pride and Regret

16Feb

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Bihar, State

T20 World Cup: India Registers Historic Win Over Pakistan, Ishan Kishan’s Father Shares Pride and Regret

Patna, Bihar: In a high-voltage T20 World Cup clash, India delivered a spectacular performance to defeat arch-rivals Pakistan by 61 runs, leaving millions of fans ecstatic. The star of the match was Bihar’s own Ishan Kishan, whose explosive batting set the tone for India’s commanding innings. Kishan scored a blazing 77 runs, putting immense pressure on Pakistan’s bowlers and enabling India to post a target of 176 runs. Pakistan struggled to keep up and were bowled out for just 114, handing India a historic victory. Celebrating the win at home, Kishan’s father, Pranav Pandey, expressed immense pride in his son’s performance and the team’s collective effort. “Ishan’s batting was outstanding. The team played brilliantly together, and this victory is a testament to their hard work. We ho...

Tribal ‘Dhas’ Tradition in Madhya Pradesh: Entire Village Builds a House in a Day Without Wages

16Feb

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Madhya Pradesh, State

Tribal ‘Dhas’ Tradition in Madhya Pradesh: Entire Village Builds a House in a Day Without Wages

Barwani, Madhya Pradesh: In the tribal regions of western Madhya Pradesh, a centuries-old tradition called ‘Dhas’ continues to demonstrate the spirit of collective labor and selfless service. Under this practice, villagers come together to assist in tasks such as house construction or crop harvesting without expecting any payment. Recently, in Kamod village, residents completed work that would normally take ten days in a single day. The tradition is prevalent among the Barela, Bhil, and Bhilala communities, symbolizing cooperation and community bonding. In Kamod, villagers united to construct the roof of Bull Singh Arya’s house, preparing the bamboo framework and laying tiles in a single day. Normally, digging the foundation, erecting wooden pillars, and completing the roofing would tak...

Bhiwadi Factory Blaze: 7 Workers Burn to Death in Horrific Fire

16Feb

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Rajasthan, State

Bhiwadi Factory Blaze: 7 Workers Burn to Death in Horrific Fire

Bhiwadi, Rajasthan: A devastating fire engulfed a factory in the Khushkheda industrial area of Bhiwadi on Monday morning, claiming the lives of seven workers in a gruesome incident. The victims were reportedly trapped inside the factory as flames and explosions consumed the building, leaving charred remains resembling skeletal forms. Rescue operations are ongoing for two other workers feared trapped under debris. The tragedy occurred around 10 a.m. at Plot No. G-1, 118, in a factory reportedly used for illegal firecracker manufacturing despite being officially “closed.” Eyewitnesses described a series of loud explosions that shook the surrounding industrial area, with the sound carrying to distant neighborhoods. The factory reportedly housed large stocks of gunpowder and cardboard, whic...

Who Is Bihar Cadre IAS Officer Dr. Nilesh Ramchandra Devre? Controversies Explained

16Feb

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Bihar, State

Who Is Bihar Cadre IAS Officer Dr. Nilesh Ramchandra Devre? Controversies Explained

Patna, Bihar: Dr. Nilesh Ramchandra Devre, a 2011-batch IAS officer of the Bihar cadre, has recently been in the spotlight due to a high-profile charter plane controversy and questions raised in the state assembly. Currently, he serves as the Secretary of Bihar’s Tourism Department and holds additional charges as Special Secretary of the Civil Aviation Department and Managing Director of the Bihar Medical Services & Infrastructure Corporation Limited (BMSICL). Originally from Nashik, Maharashtra, Devre hails from a middle-class family; his father is a retired government official and his mother a homemaker. He completed his MBBS in Navi Mumbai before opting for a career in administrative services. Over the years, he has held key positions across Bihar, including District Magistrate o...

Former Gujarat CM Shankar Singh Vaghela: “Had We Been in BJP, Modi Might Not Have Become PM”

16Feb

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Gujarat, Politics, State

Former Gujarat CM Shankar Singh Vaghela: “Had We Been in BJP, Modi Might Not Have Become PM”

Ahmedabad, Gujarat: Veteran politician and former Gujarat Chief Minister Shankar Singh Vaghela has made a striking statement about Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s rise, blending candid political reflection with personal insight. At 85, Vaghela, who played a key role in shaping Gujarat’s political landscape, claimed in a recent interview that had he and his supporters been in the BJP, Modi’s path to the Chief Ministership and eventually the Prime Minister’s office might not have materialized. Vaghela, who famously rebelled against the BJP in 1995 with 47 legislators and later became Gujarat CM with Congress support, emphasized that he and his cohort operate with “self-respect” in politics. “We do not pledge our principles for personal gain. We came into public life for the people, not for...

Dutch Biker Welcomed with Heartwarming Hospitality by Haryana Family During Solo India Trip

16Feb

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PUNJAB AND HARYANA, State

Dutch Biker Welcomed with Heartwarming Hospitality by Haryana Family During Solo India Trip

Gurugram, Haryana: When Dutch traveler and solo biker Mieke Hijman embarked on her journey through rural India, she did not anticipate experiencing such heartfelt hospitality. During her visit to a village in Haryana, Mieke approached an elderly woman working in the fields, asking if she could pitch her tent there for the night. Though the woman did not speak English, she called her son Tushar Gujjar to help with translation, turning a simple request into a touching gesture of Indian warmth. Mieke, who is exploring India on her motorcycle, explained she was looking for a safe spot to camp overnight. When the woman asked if she was alone, Mieke confirmed she was traveling solo. Concerned for her safety, the woman immediately invited her to stay at their home instead of spending the night...

Ghaziabad: Case Filed Against Deceased Head Clerk for Rs. 80,000 Embezzlement at Bhojpur Police Station

16Feb

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Ghaziabad: Case Filed Against Deceased Head Clerk for Rs. 80,000 Embezzlement at Bhojpur Police Station

Ghaziabad: The Bhojpur police station in Modinagar is once again in the spotlight after a fresh case of embezzlement worth Rs. 80,000 surfaced from the station’s record room. Shockingly, the alleged officer involved, former Head Clerk Gajendra Singh, passed away in March 2024, yet a case has been registered against him. According to sources, Gajendra Singh served as the Head Clerk at Bhojpur Police Station about three years ago. The station’s record room stores seized vehicles, weapons recovered from criminals, cash, and other evidence, all under the Head Clerk’s supervision. During a recent audit, discrepancies were discovered in the Rs. 80,000 stored in the record room, prompting senior officials to be informed. The investigation was assigned to ACP Masuri and ACP Wave City. The in...

Judge’s Valentine’s Day Counsel Reunites Doctor-Engineer Couple, Saves Marriage

16Feb

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Madhya Pradesh, State

Judge’s Valentine’s Day Counsel Reunites Doctor-Engineer Couple, Saves Marriage

Indore: In a heartwarming turn of events this Valentine’s Day, a couple on the verge of divorce in Indore reconciled, thanks to the timely intervention of a family court judge. The doctor-husband and engineer-wife, who had filed for separation, exchanged roses in court and decided to continue their life together. The incident occurred in the Indore Family Court, where both parties appeared on February 14 for the hearing of their divorce petition. The husband had alleged physical and mental harassment, as well as emotional distress, in his plea. Upon hearing both sides, Justice R.K. Jain noted that reconciliation was possible and engaged the couple in a compassionate, psychologically informed counseling session. During the session, the judge emphasized the value of life, urging them t...

Meerut: Teacher Forces Students into “Chicken” Pose, Beats Them with Sticks; Villagers Outraged

16Feb

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Meerut: Teacher Forces Students into “Chicken” Pose, Beats Them with Sticks; Villagers Outraged

Meerut, February 16, 2026: A shocking incident has come to light at a junior high school in Badagaon, Meerut, where students were reportedly punished by being made to stand in the humiliating “chicken” pose and beaten with sticks. A video of the incident, said to have been recorded on Saturday, has gone viral on social media, sparking outrage among parents and villagers. The school, located in the Amaloli area of Phalavda police station jurisdiction, has come under scrutiny after the video surfaced. The footage reportedly shows the teacher using abusive language while physically disciplining several students. Parents have identified the affected children as Armaan, Riyaaz, Faiz, Altaf, Aleena, Khushi, Shivam, Meet, Krishan, Hammad, Rizwan, and Sagar, all enrolled at the same school. ...