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Junior Assistant’s House Raided: ₹1.5 Crore in Gold and Cash Found

13Feb

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Rajasthan, State

Junior Assistant’s House Raided: ₹1.5 Crore in Gold and Cash Found

Bikaner: In a major crackdown, Rajasthan’s Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) seized gold worth ₹1.5 crore from the house of a Junior Assistant in the Panchayati Raj Department. The raid also uncovered silver jewelry, cash totaling ₹75 lakh, four luxurious houses, and expensive vehicles owned by the accused, Shubhkaran Parihar. Multi-Location RaidsThe ACB conducted coordinated raids at five locations connected to Parihar, including three in Bikaner city—Jayanarayan Vyas Colony, in front of Vaishnodham, and Mateshwari Enclave on Jaipur Road—as well as his ancestral village Punasar and his workplace in Kanasar Gram Panchayat, Bap, Phalodi district. Investigation Triggered by Confidential Tip-OffThe action followed a confidential complaint alleging that Parihar had amassed wealth far beyond h...

Why India Signed the Panchsheel Agreement with China: CDS General Anil Chauhan Explains

13Feb

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State, Uttarakhand

Why India Signed the Panchsheel Agreement with China: CDS General Anil Chauhan Explains

Dehradun: Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan shed light on the rationale behind the Panchsheel Agreement between India and China. According to General Chauhan, India recognized Tibet as part of China in 1954 under the accord. While India believed the agreement would resolve the northern border dispute, China considered it merely a commercial arrangement. Speaking at an event in Dehradun, CDS Chauhan said, “After independence, the British left, and it was essentially up to India to determine its strategic frontiers. Prime Minister Nehru likely knew the situation, as the McMahon Line existed in the east, and we had some claims in the Ladakh region, though not formally established there.” He added, “Nehru wanted stability in the region, which was equally important for the...

Ex-TMC MLA Humayun Kabir Claims ₹2 Crore Hit on His Life, Announces Babri Masjid in Bengal

13Feb

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Politics, State, West Bengal

Ex-TMC MLA Humayun Kabir Claims ₹2 Crore Hit on His Life, Announces Babri Masjid in Bengal

Kolkata: Former West Bengal legislator Humayun Kabir, recently expelled from the Trinamool Congress (TMC), has made a sensational claim, stating that a ₹2 crore contract had been issued to eliminate him. Kabir, who has been in the news for announcing the construction of a Babri Masjid in Bengal, said the threat to his life comes in the backdrop of his political fallout with the TMC. After being expelled from the TMC, Kabir founded his own political outfit, the Janta Unnayan Party (JUP), and has since positioned himself as a kingmaker in the run-up to the state assembly elections. He recently approached BJP, Congress, and left parties with a proposal for a potential alliance. Kabir alleged that a hitman was appointed under the supervision of the local Superintendent of Police to targe...

Madhya Pradesh to Present Its First ‘Paperless’ Budget on February 18

13Feb

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Madhya Pradesh, State

Madhya Pradesh to Present Its First ‘Paperless’ Budget on February 18

BHOPAL: Madhya Pradesh is set to make history by presenting its first-ever paperless budget in the state assembly on February 18, 2026. Replacing the traditional bulky budget books, the Finance Minister will rely solely on a speech and a printed budget handout. This initiative follows the state’s adoption of e-office and e-cabinet systems, marking a significant step toward digital governance. Focus on Agriculture and PilgrimageThis year, the state government plans to prioritize the agricultural sector, as 2026 has been declared an agricultural year. Additionally, substantial provisions are expected for the upcoming Simhastha (Kumbh) festival in 2028. Innovative Budgeting ApproachesFor the first time, the Madhya Pradesh government will implement ‘non-budgetary provisions’ to continue ...

“Wild Animals Feel Uncomfortable in the City”: JDU MLA’s Sharp Remark Targets RJD Leaders

13Feb

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Bihar, Politics, State

“Wild Animals Feel Uncomfortable in the City”: JDU MLA’s Sharp Remark Targets RJD Leaders

PATNA: Political tensions in Bihar are escalating as the budget session continues in the state assembly. On Friday, JDU MLA from Phulwari, Shyam Rajak, made a pointed remark against RJD leaders, drawing a stark comparison between the current administration and the “jungle raj” era under Lalu Prasad Yadav and Rabri Devi. Jungle Raj Reference Sparks ControversySpeaking to the media outside the Bihar Assembly, Rajak accused the Lalu-Rabri regime of promoting criminal elements and allowing law and order to deteriorate. “While the opposition focuses on current crimes, they must remember the state of Bihar under their rule. Criminals once ruled the streets, and governance had completely collapsed,” he said. Opposition Compared to ‘Wild Animals’Without naming RJD directly, Rajak implied tha...

Bundled with Blackmail, Banda Businessman Ends Life; Police File Case Against Alleged Mistress

13Feb

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Bundled with Blackmail, Banda Businessman Ends Life; Police File Case Against Alleged Mistress

BANDA, Uttar Pradesh: A businessman in Banda allegedly took his own life after being harassed by his mistress for money. Bhupendra Kumar Soni, who ran an auto parts business in Kalu Kuan’s Tulsi Vihar colony, reportedly shot himself at home on the night of December 4, 2025. Witnesses say that before pulling the trigger, he told the woman: “Now take the money, I am fed up with you.” Allegations of Blackmail and ExtortionAccording to Bhupendra’s wife, Poonam, her husband had been in a long-term relationship with a woman named Chandni, who allegedly created a compromising video of him and extorted between ₹20 to ₹25 lakh. On the night of the incident, Bhupendra was reportedly on a phone call with Chandni when he shot himself. Initial Complaints IgnoredPoonam claimed that she had previou...

Congress MLA Rohit Bohra Faces Allegations of Obscene Gesture in Rajasthan Assembly; Speaker Promises Action

13Feb

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Rajasthan, State

Congress MLA Rohit Bohra Faces Allegations of Obscene Gesture in Rajasthan Assembly; Speaker Promises Action

JAIPUR: Tensions flared in the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly after a video surfaced showing Congress MLA Rohit Bohra allegedly making an obscene gesture during the Zero Hour on Thursday. The controversy spilled over to Friday, with demands for strict action against the legislator. Assembly Speaker Vasudev Devanani stated that the video would be thoroughly reviewed before any formal action is taken. Speaker to Review VideoAddressing the Assembly, Speaker Devanani termed the issue “serious” and emphasized that the conduct of elected representatives is under public scrutiny. “An MLA is elected by lakhs of voters, and with that comes a significant responsibility. The video will be examined carefully, and if the behavior displayed is found inconsistent with the dignity of the House, action ...

Gurugram: Private School Staff Accused of Beating Student and Mother, Forcing Boy Into Cold Water

13Feb

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PUNJAB AND HARYANA, State

Gurugram: Private School Staff Accused of Beating Student and Mother, Forcing Boy Into Cold Water

Gurugram: A disturbing incident has emerged from Bhondsi, Gurugram, where staff at a private school are accused of physically assaulting a student and his mother. The mother alleged that she was informed by the school that her son had been injured. Upon arriving at the school, she claims that three teachers brutally beat both her and her son. Allegations of BrutalityThe victim’s mother stated that when she insisted on meeting her son, she found his face swollen and he was barely able to speak. She alleged that the student had been subjected to physical punishment since 9:00 AM that morning. Teachers Riya, Zia, and Anurag reportedly dragged the boy into a classroom and began hitting him without asking questions. The mother claimed that her son was choked, suffered a head injury, and may ...

Ghaziabad: Steel Gate Stolen From Recently Inaugurated Statue Site

13Feb

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Ghaziabad: Steel Gate Stolen From Recently Inaugurated Statue Site

Ghaziabad: A daring theft occurred at a statue site in Shalimar Garden, Ghaziabad, just days after its inauguration by Deputy Chief Minister Brijesh Pathak. CCTV footage reveals a thief stealing the main steel gate from the site, sparking outrage among local residents over police vigilance. Incident Caught on CCTVAccording to reports, the incident took place late Wednesday night. The CCTV footage shows a young man approaching the statue site and attempting to detach the heavy steel gate. He hides the gate behind the statues to avoid suspicion and later returns with a bag, placing the entire gate inside it before walking away calmly. The entire act was recorded on camera. Local Residents Demand ActionResidents discovered the missing gate the following morning and immediately alerted t...

Betrayed Wife Ends Life After Discovering Husband’s Hidden Family

13Feb

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Madhya Pradesh, State

Betrayed Wife Ends Life After Discovering Husband’s Hidden Family

Gwalior: In a tragic case of deceit and heartbreak, a woman committed suicide after discovering that her husband, whom she married six months ago, was already married and a father of two children. The victim, Vaishnavi alias Prachi, recorded a video before taking her life, holding her husband, Raju Bhadouria, and his family responsible for her death. Marriage Amidst Family OppositionVaishnavi, a resident of GDA Colony, had married Raju, also known as Satyanarayan Bhadouria of Purani Chhawni, six months ago in a temple and on a stamp paper, despite strong opposition from her family. After their marriage, the couple moved into an apartment in East Meridian Multi, located in the Sirol police jurisdiction, where they began living as husband and wife. Horrifying DiscoveryA few months into...