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“Get Pregnant and Earn Lakhs”: Shocking Cyber Scam Busted in Nalanda

13Feb

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Bihar, State

“Get Pregnant and Earn Lakhs”: Shocking Cyber Scam Busted in Nalanda

Nalanda, Bihar: In a startling discovery, the Nalanda police uncovered a bizarre cyber scam being operated from a farm field. Under the pretense of a “Pregnant Job Service,” a gang was luring people on WhatsApp with promises of huge payouts for making women pregnant. The operation was exposed during a special campaign against cybercrime, leading to a major breakthrough by the Katrisarai police. Five Members Arrested, Including a MinorPolice arrested five members of the gang, including a minor, during a raid in a field in Sundarpur village. The accused—Prabhat Kumar, Nitish Kumar, Pritam Kumar, Anil Kumar, and a juvenile—were allegedly defrauding women by promising large sums of money for pregnancy-related services. Sundarpur and nearby Barith villages were reportedly hotspots of the gan...

Mamata Banerjee Congratulates Tarique Rahman on BNP’s Landmark Victory in Bangladesh

13Feb

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Politics, State, West Bengal

Mamata Banerjee Congratulates Tarique Rahman on BNP’s Landmark Victory in Bangladesh

Kolkata: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee extended her congratulations to Tarique Rahman, son of late Khaleda Zia, following the Bangladesh Nationalist Party’s (BNP) major electoral win in Bangladesh. This marks BNP’s first significant victory in 20 years. Banerjee took to X (formerly Twitter) to write in both English and Bengali, sending her heartfelt greetings to the people of Bangladesh. “My sincere congratulations to all my brothers and sisters in Bangladesh. Advance greetings for Ramadan to all. Heartiest congratulations to my brother Tarique, his party, and all associated parties for this great victory. May you all stay safe and happy, and may the bonds between Bangladesh and India always remain strong,” she tweeted. BNP Secures Over Two-Thirds MajorityThe BNP won mor...

UP Sees Fresh Wave of IPS Transfers: Neelabja Chaudhary, Ashutosh Kumar Assigned New Roles

13Feb

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State, Uttar Pradesh

UP Sees Fresh Wave of IPS Transfers: Neelabja Chaudhary, Ashutosh Kumar Assigned New Roles

Lucknow: The Yogi Adityanath-led government in Uttar Pradesh has once again reshuffled key IPS officers, reassigning responsibilities in a major administrative move. On Friday, senior IPS officers Neelabja Chaudhary and Ashutosh Kumar received new postings. Neelabja Chaudhary Takes Charge of UP Police Recruitment & Promotion BoardSenior IPS officer Neelabja Chaudhary, a 2000 batch officer, has been appointed as Additional Director General (ADG) of the Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment & Promotion Board in Lucknow. He previously served as ADG of the CID, UP Police, Lucknow. Chaudhary hails from Kolkata, West Bengal, and has handled several critical responsibilities throughout his career. Born on 20 May 1975, he brings extensive experience to his new role. Ashutosh Kumar Appoint...

‘Vande Mataram’ Now Mandatory in MP Schools and Government Programs; Congress MLA Objects

13Feb

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Madhya Pradesh, Politics, State

‘Vande Mataram’ Now Mandatory in MP Schools and Government Programs; Congress MLA Objects

Bhopal: Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav has announced that all educational institutions, madrasas, and government events in the state must now mandatorily sing all six stanzas of the national song Vande Mataram. The decision is to be implemented immediately. The move has drawn criticism from Congress MLA Arif Masood, who argued that it infringes upon religious freedom under Article 25 of the Constitution. “This is not about respect for the song; it is about curbing religious liberty,” Masood said. “India is a democratic nation, and citizens have the constitutional right to religious freedom. Certain lines of Vande Mataram conflict with our religious beliefs, and that is the real issue here.” He added that the Muslim Personal Law Board is currently studying the new directiv...

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...