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Tragic Demise of Former Jharkhand CM Champai Soren’s Grandson in Manali

25Feb

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Jharkhand, State

Tragic Demise of Former Jharkhand CM Champai Soren’s Grandson in Manali

Ranchi/Manali: In a sudden and shocking incident, Veer Soren, grandson of former Jharkhand Chief Minister Champai Soren, passed away in Manali, Himachal Pradesh. Veer Soren had recently visited the Kullu-Manali region with friends. On the night of February 24, 2026, his health suddenly deteriorated, and despite being rushed to a nearby hospital, he was declared dead. The news sent waves of grief across his family and well-wishers in Jharkhand. Champai Soren Confirms the Passing Former CM Champai Soren confirmed the tragic news on his social media account X, stating: "It is with profound sorrow that we inform you of the untimely demise of our beloved grandson, Veer Soren, on 24th February 2026. After his health suddenly worsened in Manali, Himachal Pradesh, he was taken to a hospit...

End of the Telangana Era in Maoism: 10 Top Commanders Killed in a Year, Leadership to Exit After 40 Years

25Feb

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Chhattisgarh, State

End of the Telangana Era in Maoism: 10 Top Commanders Killed in a Year, Leadership to Exit After 40 Years

Raipur: The Maoist movement in India is witnessing a historic upheaval. The surrender of the Telangana cadre’s unrecognized general secretary Thippiri Tirupati, alias Devji, and Odisha in-charge Mallaji Reddy, alias Sangram, has left the organization leaderless. Under the pressure of Mission 2026, the top command of the Maoists is now likely to shift from Telangana to Mishir Besra in Jharkhand-Bihar. Telangana Cadre Loses Four-Decade Dominance For the first time, the Maoist leadership could move outside Telangana. The surrender of Devji and Sangram has created a leadership vacuum within the organization. Security agencies confirm that both top Maoists are in Telangana police custody. Devji’s exit ends the four-decade-long dominance of the Telangana cadre, which had directed Maoist ac...

Armed Robbers Loot ₹20 Lakh from Jewelry Shop in Hazaribagh, Woman Held Hostage

25Feb

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Jharkhand, State

Armed Robbers Loot ₹20 Lakh from Jewelry Shop in Hazaribagh, Woman Held Hostage

Hazaribagh, 25 February 2026: In a daring and cinematic heist, armed robbers struck a jewelry shop in Hazaribagh’s Chouparan area, making away with gold, silver, and cash worth approximately ₹20 lakh. The gang also held a woman hostage during their escape, leaving the local community in shock. According to reports, five to six masked gunmen targeted a jewelry store near Mahudi Mod late at night. The robbers broke the shop’s shutter and disabled the CCTV camera before using a cutter to break open the safe. They filled their bags with gold and silver jewelry and also took some cash left in the shop. Woman Held at GunpointDuring the robbery, a woman inside the shop noticed the thieves and raised an alarm. The robbers, in a dramatic turn, held her at gunpoint as they made their escape, u...

Holi Travel Alert: Six Special Trains to Rajasthan to Ease Festive Rush

25Feb

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Rajasthan, State

Holi Travel Alert: Six Special Trains to Rajasthan to Ease Festive Rush

Jaipur, 25 February 2026: With Holi around the corner, Indian Railways has announced the operation of six special trains to Rajasthan to manage the expected surge of passengers. The additional services will run on routes from Mumbai, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, and Haryana, ensuring smoother travel during the festive period. Special Train Schedule for RajasthanNorth Western Railway has confirmed that the following trains will operate during Holi: Train NumberRoute09633 / 09634Rewari – Ringas – Rewari09637 / 09638Rewari – Ringas – Rewari09733 / 09734Jaipur – Bhiwani – Jaipur04212 / 04211Sultanpur – Lucknow – Lokmanya Tilak Terminus, Mumbai04226 / 04225Varanasi – Lucknow – Lokmanya Tilak Terminus, Mumbai04829 / 04830Jodhpur – Lucknow – Gorakhpur Extended Operations for Key RoutesThe Rewar...

Twin Brothers Tie the Knot with Twin Sisters in Unique Telangana Wedding

25Feb

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State, Telangana

Twin Brothers Tie the Knot with Twin Sisters in Unique Telangana Wedding

Kamareddy, Telangana, 25 February 2026: In a rare and enchanting ceremony that left guests both amazed and amused, twin brothers Vijay and Vinay married twin sisters Kirtana and Kirti in Kamareddy district, Telangana. The extraordinary wedding drew widespread attention for its perfect symmetry and unique visual appeal. The highlight of the ceremony came when both couples took their seven vows side by side on the same stage, dressed in identical traditional wedding attire. Guests found themselves momentarily confused, often unsure who was paired with whom, prompting laughter and delight throughout the event. Many attendees captured the moment on their mobile phones, turning the wedding into a memorable spectacle. According to local reports, the twin brothers and sisters hail from diff...

Authorities Forget to Put Shaheed Bhagat Singh’s Photo on Welcome Gate in Pilibhit

25Feb

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Authorities Forget to Put Shaheed Bhagat Singh’s Photo on Welcome Gate in Pilibhit

Pilibhit, 25 February 2026: In a surprising display of negligence, a grand welcome gate named after freedom fighter Shaheed Bhagat Singh has been constructed at the Uttar Pradesh–Uttarakhand border in Pilibhit, but the gate lacks his photograph. While the images of various political leaders adorn the structure, the face of the hero it honors is missing, sparking public outrage. The welcome gate, built under the district panchayat’s supervision, was meant to pay tribute to the revolutionary. However, a video of the gate went viral on social media, prompting criticism of the authorities for their oversight. Users questioned whether the photos of politicians were considered more important than honoring the nation’s martyr. Addressing the issue, Additional Chief Officer Dharmendra said, ...

Bus Operators Clash Amid Strike in Jaipur, Pilgrims to Khatu Shyam Face Double Fares

25Feb

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Rajasthan, State

Bus Operators Clash Amid Strike in Jaipur, Pilgrims to Khatu Shyam Face Double Fares

Jaipur, 25 February 2026: Rajasthan’s private bus strike entered its second day on Wednesday, bringing the state’s road transport system to a near standstill. Approximately 35,000 sleeper, state carriage, and local transport buses remained off the roads, leaving commuters stranded and the government struggling to resolve the deadlock. Violence at Durgapura Bus StandTensions escalated at Jaipur’s Durgapura bus stand on Wednesday morning when striking operators clashed with rival bus operators. Some private buses had begun operating despite the strike, prompting the protesting operators to forcibly stop them. The dispute quickly turned chaotic, with attempts to make passengers disembark from buses. Striking operators warned that unless their demands are met, not a single private bus will ...

Two Seventh-Grade Girls Attempt Suicide by Consuming Poison in Meerut School, Police Launch Investigation

25Feb

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Two Seventh-Grade Girls Attempt Suicide by Consuming Poison in Meerut School, Police Launch Investigation

Meerut, 25 February 2026: In a shocking incident in Meerut’s Incholi police station area, two seventh-grade girls allegedly consumed a poisonous substance inside their school premises on Tuesday, causing their health to deteriorate. Both students have been admitted to a hospital for treatment. According to reports, the girls, who live in the same village with houses facing each other, arrived at school together in the morning as usual. Classmates revealed that shortly before the incident, the girls had been asking others about how to consume poison. Their questions were not taken seriously at the time, but within a short while, both students began to feel unwell and started vomiting. The school administration and the parents were immediately alerted. The girls were rushed to a privat...

Record-Breaking Marriage Registrations in Bengal During SIR Drive; Highest Number Among Muslim Couples

25Feb

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State, West Bengal

Record-Breaking Marriage Registrations in Bengal During SIR Drive; Highest Number Among Muslim Couples

Kolkata: Amid the political and administrative churn surrounding the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in West Bengal, the state witnessed a record surge in marriage registrations in 2025. Officials attribute the unprecedented spike largely to documentation requirements linked to the voter list revision process. According to data compiled by the Directorate of Registration and Stamp Revenue, 1,83,733 marriages were registered in 2025, the highest ever recorded in the state. This figure surpasses the previous peak of 1,81,923 registrations in 2022 and marks an increase of 12,335 registrations compared to 2024. SIR Drive Triggers Documentation Rush The Special Intensive Revision of voter rolls triggered widespread scrutiny of documentation, as citizens sought to en...

HIV Cases Cross One Lakh in Bihar; 13 Districts, Including Patna and Gaya, Marked ‘High Risk’

25Feb

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Bihar, State

HIV Cases Cross One Lakh in Bihar; 13 Districts, Including Patna and Gaya, Marked ‘High Risk’

Patna: In a deeply concerning development for public health in Bihar, the number of people living with HIV in the state has crossed the one-lakh mark. The disclosure was made by Bihar Health Minister Mangal Pandey during a session of the Bihar Legislative Council on Tuesday. Responding to a calling-attention motion raised by Dr. Rajvardhan Azad and other members, the minister informed the House that 1,00,044 individuals in the state have tested HIV positive so far. The revelation has triggered serious concerns about the rising spread of the infection and the preparedness of the healthcare system. AIDS Issue Echoes in the House Nine members of the Legislative Council raised the matter, expressing alarm over the growing number of infections and seeking clarity on preventive and trea...