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Bihar Bhoomi Portal Revamped After Deputy CM Vijay Sinha Orders Major Technical Upgrade
Bihar, State

Bihar Bhoomi Portal Revamped After Deputy CM Vijay Sinha Orders Major Technical Upgrade

Patna: In a major step towards strengthening digital land services in Bihar, Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Kumar Sinha** announced that the state government has carried out a comprehensive technical upgrade of the Bihar Bhoomi Portal, aimed at ensuring faster, safer and error-free services for citizens. The Deputy CM stated that the government is committed to providing all land-related services in an online and transparent manner. He said the recent scheduled server maintenance work marks an important move towards making digital land administration more secure, accountable and citizen-friendly. Eight-Hour Maintenance to Boost Speed and Data Security The maintenance work was conducted on Sunday, a public holiday, and continued for nearly eight hours. The primary objective of the oper...
Wanted Constable Picked Up by Rajasthan Police in Lucknow, Abduction Rumours Trigger Panic
State, Uttar Pradesh

Wanted Constable Picked Up by Rajasthan Police in Lucknow, Abduction Rumours Trigger Panic

Lucknow: Panic gripped the Gomti Nagar area of Lucknow after a constable of the Special Security Force was allegedly taken away in a black Scorpio SUV, triggering widespread rumours of kidnapping. However, police investigation later revealed that the action was carried out by the Rajasthan Police, who arrested the constable in connection with a fraud case registered in 2002. The arrested constable has been identified as Akhilesh Tripathi, a resident of Vikas Khand, Gomti Nagar, currently serving with the Special Security Force in Lucknow. Taken Away in Black Scorpio According to reports, the incident occurred on Sunday morning around 9:00 am, when Tripathi had gone to a Shiva temple with his two sons, Amol and Agam, to offer prayers. While returning, near Gwari village, a man repo...
Tragic Incident in Bengaluru: 3-Year-Old Boy Drowns in Artificial Pond at Maternity Photoshoot Studio
Karnataka, State

Tragic Incident in Bengaluru: 3-Year-Old Boy Drowns in Artificial Pond at Maternity Photoshoot Studio

Bengaluru: In a heartbreaking incident that has shocked the city, a three-year-old boy drowned in an artificial pond at a popular pre-wedding and maternity photoshoot location in Bengaluru. The incident took place at The Shayar Photo Studio, located in Giddenahalli village under the Madanayakanahalli Police Station limits. The victim has been identified as Lakshveer C, who had accompanied his mother Swathi to the studio while she attended a maternity photoshoot of her pregnant friend. Mother Busy in Photoshoot, Child Went Missing According to police, the tragedy occurred at around 2:30 pm when Swathi was engaged in the photoshoot activities while the child was reportedly playing within the studio premises. Investigators suspect that the boy wandered near one of the artificial pond...
History-Sheeter Dies While Making Bomb on Rooftop in Bhubaneswar, Mother Also Succumbs to Burns
Odisha, State

History-Sheeter Dies While Making Bomb on Rooftop in Bhubaneswar, Mother Also Succumbs to Burns

Bhubaneswar: A horrifying incident has been reported from Odisha’s capital Bhubaneswar, where a history-sheeter criminal allegedly died after a crude bomb exploded while he was preparing it on the rooftop of his house. The blast left four people seriously injured, including his family members. The accused later succumbed to burn injuries, while his mother also died during treatment. The incident occurred in the Airfield area of Bhubaneswar on January 27, when the accused, identified as Shehnawaz Malik (26), was reportedly making a country-made bomb on the terrace, allegedly with the intention of taking revenge against someone. Blast Injures Four, Two Dead Police said the explosion injured Malik, his mother Lilaatun Bibi, his fiancée Triptimayi Mahal (23), and his friend Amiya Mall...
Jharkhand Government to Present Budget on February 24, Major Relief Likely for Women Farmers
Jharkhand, Politics, State

Jharkhand Government to Present Budget on February 24, Major Relief Likely for Women Farmers

Ranchi: The Hemant Soren-led Jharkhand government is set to present the state budget for the financial year 2026-27 on February 24 in the Jharkhand Legislative Assembly. The proposed budget, to be introduced as the ‘Abua Dishom Budget’, is expected to be historic, particularly for women farmers in the state. Sources indicate that the budget size could touch nearly Rs 1.70 lakh crore, making it the largest budget in Jharkhand’s history. Women Farmers May Receive Special Focus The year 2026 has been declared the ‘International Year of Women Farmers’ by the United Nations. Against this global backdrop, the Jharkhand government is reportedly working on a strategy to bring women farmers to the centre of development policies. It is believed that the government may announce significan...
Horse Dies of Heart Attack During Sirmour Cup at Jaipur Polo Ground, Sparks Memories of 2013 Tragedy
Rajasthan, State

Horse Dies of Heart Attack During Sirmour Cup at Jaipur Polo Ground, Sparks Memories of 2013 Tragedy

Jaipur: A thrilling atmosphere at the historic Rajasthan Polo Club ground in Jaipur turned into mourning on Sunday after a polo horse collapsed and died during the prestigious 14-goal ‘Sirmour Cup’ tournament. The horse, belonging to player Kuldeep Singh Rathore of the Caresil Suhana team, reportedly suffered a sudden cardiac arrest. Shockingly, this marks the second horse death due to heart attack in the same polo season, raising serious concerns among sports officials and animal welfare observers. Horse Collapsed After Fourth Round The tragic incident occurred when the horse had completed its fourth round and was just coming out of the field. Eyewitnesses said the animal suddenly began to stagger before collapsing on the ground. Veterinary doctor Sudama Gupta, who was present...
No Leader or Official Visits Pulwama Martyr’s Home on Martyrdom Day, CRPF Personnel Pay Tribute in Jabalpur Village
Madhya Pradesh, State

No Leader or Official Visits Pulwama Martyr’s Home on Martyrdom Day, CRPF Personnel Pay Tribute in Jabalpur Village

Jabalpur: On the martyrdom anniversary of Pulwama hero Ashwin Kachhi, his family in Khudawal village of Jabalpur expressed deep disappointment as no political leader or administrative official visited their home to pay respects. While promises were once made in the name of the fallen soldier, the family alleged that those assurances have remained unfulfilled over the years. On the occasion, the family organised a Kanya Bhoj (community meal) in memory of the martyr. However, they said the absence of elected representatives and officials was painful and reflected a lack of commitment towards the family of the braveheart. Only CRPF Personnel Reached to Pay Tribute According to the family, only CRPF officers and jawans visited the village and offered floral tributes at the memorial, s...
Sambhal SP Krishna Kumar Bishnoi Suspends Entire SOG Team Over Extortion Allegations
State, Uttar Pradesh

Sambhal SP Krishna Kumar Bishnoi Suspends Entire SOG Team Over Extortion Allegations

Sambhal: In a major disciplinary action, Sambhal Superintendent of Police Krishna Kumar Bishnoi has suspended the entire Special Operations Group (SOG) team, including its in-charge, following serious allegations of extortion. A total of eight police personnel, including the SOG in-charge, have been placed under suspension after a scrap dealer accused them of illegally collecting Rs 30,000 and seizing scrap material. Scrap Dealer Alleges Illegal Detention and Extortion According to reports, a scrap dealer Zafaruddin, a resident of Bilari in Moradabad, was travelling with his son Aas Mohammad on the night of February 2, carrying scrap material consisting of mobile phone plates, towards Ladum Sarai in Sambhal. During the journey, the SOG team allegedly stopped their motorcycle an...
What is Cri-MAC Portal? Bihar Police Gets a ‘Magic Tool’ to Track Criminals Nationwide in Real Time
Bihar, State

What is Cri-MAC Portal? Bihar Police Gets a ‘Magic Tool’ to Track Criminals Nationwide in Real Time

Patna: In a major boost to crime investigation and inter-state coordination, the Bihar Police has been integrated with the Cri-MAC portal (Crime Multi Agency Center), a nationwide digital platform developed by the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB). Officials say the system is no less than a “magic wand” for police forces, as it enables real-time sharing of serious crime and criminal data across India. With Bihar Police now directly connected to central law enforcement agencies and police departments of other states, tracking offenders and coordinating investigations has become significantly faster and more effective. Real-Time Crime Alerts Across States Senior police officials stated that once all agencies are connected through a single platform, information related to high-ale...
MP Prepares for High-Tech Vulture Census, Staff Given Special Training to Track 7 Species
Madhya Pradesh, State

MP Prepares for High-Tech Vulture Census, Staff Given Special Training to Track 7 Species

Umaria: Madhya Pradesh is set to conduct its vulture census in a high-tech manner for the first time, with officials adopting a mobile-based digital system to ensure faster and more transparent data collection. The vulture census will be carried out from February 20 to February 22 using the Epicollect5 mobile application. The initiative will be implemented across districts including Shahdol, Anuppur, Umaria, and the Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve, where more than 250 forest personnel will participate in the statewide winter vulture census for the year 2025-26. Special Workshop Held at Bandhavgarh Eco Centre A training workshop was organised at the Eco Centre in Tala, Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve, where more than 50 officers and field staff were trained in the new digital counting method. ...