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High-Stakes BCA Presidential Election: Kiran More Faces Off Against Dr. Darshan Banker

13Feb

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Gujarat, State

High-Stakes BCA Presidential Election: Kiran More Faces Off Against Dr. Darshan Banker

Ahmedabad/Vadodara: Gujarat, home to three major cricket associations—Gujarat Cricket Association (GCA), Saurashtra Cricket Association (SCA), and Baroda Cricket Association (BCA)—is now witnessing a high-profile showdown in the BCA. The election for the new president is scheduled for February 15, drawing the attention of cricket and political circles alike. The contest is between former cricketer Kiran More, representing the Revival Group, and Dr. Darshan Banker, fielded by the SatyaMev Jayate Group. Both candidates have significant backing, making this election one of the most closely watched in recent BCA history. Banker vs More: Key Alliances Renowned cardiologist Dr. Darshan Banker enjoys the support of Maharaja Samarjit Singh Gaekwad of Vadodara. The royal family-backed Roya...

Bhopal Woman Pays ₹1.5 Crore to ‘Buy’ Her Lover from His Wife: A Real-Life Tale Reminiscent of the Film Judaai

13Feb

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Madhya Pradesh, State

Bhopal Woman Pays ₹1.5 Crore to ‘Buy’ Her Lover from His Wife: A Real-Life Tale Reminiscent of the Film Judaai

Bhopal: A remarkable case recently emerged in the Bhopal Family Court, evoking memories of the 1990s blockbuster film Judaai. In an unusual arrangement for family peace, a 54-year-old woman reportedly paid ₹1.5 crore to her lover’s wife to legally acquire her partner. The woman is 12 years older than her lover, who is a government officer. Government Officer at the Center of the StoryThe case involves a 42-year-old officer working in a central government department. The officer reportedly began an extramarital relationship with his 54-year-old colleague, leading him to neglect his wife and two young daughters. The home atmosphere grew increasingly tense due to recurring disputes. Impact on ChildrenThe ongoing domestic conflicts took a heavy toll on the officer’s daughters, aged 16 an...

CM Yogi Urges Swift Completion of Noida Metro Link to Botanical Garden

13Feb

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State, Uttar Pradesh

CM Yogi Urges Swift Completion of Noida Metro Link to Botanical Garden

Noida, Feb 13, 2026: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has directed officials to accelerate the Noida Metro expansion project, ensuring a direct metro connection from Pari Chowk to Botanical Garden without any further delays. During a high-level review meeting in Noida, the CM emphasized the importance of speeding up approvals, expediting the tendering process, and commencing construction work immediately. Once completed, the extension will provide direct metro connectivity from Greater Noida to Pari Chowk, significantly reducing travel time and easing traffic congestion. Focus on Sports Infrastructure The meeting also covered the promotion of sports activities in stadiums across Noida and Greater Noida. CM Yogi advised linking schools and colleges with stadiums to enco...

Patna Girl’s Death Sparks Suspicion; Family Halts Funeral Over Injuries

13Feb

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Bihar, State

Patna Girl’s Death Sparks Suspicion; Family Halts Funeral Over Injuries

Patna, Feb 13, 2026: A shocking twist has emerged in the death of a 12th-grade student in Phulwarisharif, Patna, after her family noticed suspicious injuries on her body before the funeral. The incident has raised fears that the teenager’s death may not have been accidental. Suspicious Injuries Halt Funeral The 16-year-old girl, a resident of Chakmusa, had been attending coaching classes at Sumitra Heights Apartment. She reportedly fell from the fourth floor of the building on February 12. Initially, the coaching staff claimed it was a simple accident due to dizziness. The family accepted this account and brought her body home. However, during funeral preparations, her relatives discovered deep marks and bruises on her back, waist, and head, suggesting possible physical assault or...

Agra: Wife and Cousin-in-Law’s Affair Ends in Husband’s Death

13Feb

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Agra: Wife and Cousin-in-Law’s Affair Ends in Husband’s Death

Agra, Feb 13, 2026: In a shocking incident from Lodhai village, Ekta police area, Agra, a clandestine affair between a woman and her cousin-in-law led to the death of her husband in what police are calling a case of deliberate suffocation. Affair and Fatal Confrontation The victim, Lavesh, a local electrician, had been married for four years to Gauri from Rajasthan, and the couple had a three-year-old son. For the past five months, Gauri was reportedly involved in a secret relationship with Lavesh’s cousin, Sundar, also an electrician. On the night of February 9, while Lavesh was asleep, Gauri called Sundar to meet her. The couple was discovered in a compromising position when Lavesh woke up. Fearing exposure, Gauri and Sundar restrained Lavesh and suffocated him using a pillow. ...

ADM Slaps Doctor in Araria; Private Doctors Stage Strike Across District

13Feb

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Bihar, State

ADM Slaps Doctor in Araria; Private Doctors Stage Strike Across District

Araria, Feb 13, 2026: Tensions escalated in Araria district after an Assistant District Magistrate (ADM) allegedly slapped a private doctor during an inspection at a local hospital, sparking a wider conflict and prompting all private doctors in the district to go on strike. Incident at Bachpan Neo & Child Hospital The incident occurred on February 12 when a special inspection team, formed under the directives of the District Magistrate Vinod Duhan, visited private nursing homes, ultrasound centers, and pathology labs to check for compliance with operational and safety standards. The inspection at Bachpan Neo & Child Hospital on Farbisganj Referral Road was led by ADM Dr. Rambabu. According to reports, a heated exchange of accusations broke out between the inspection team a...

Notorious Tiger Poacher Kalla Bawriya Sentenced in MP; Nepal Extradition in Process

13Feb

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Madhya Pradesh, State

Notorious Tiger Poacher Kalla Bawriya Sentenced in MP; Nepal Extradition in Process

Bhopal, Feb 13, 2026: In a major success against wildlife crime, the Special Tiger Strike Force (STSF) of Madhya Pradesh has secured a conviction against the infamous international tiger poacher, Adin Singh alias Kalla Bawriya, and two of his accomplices. On February 11, the Chief Judicial Magistrate (CJM) court in Narmadapuram sentenced all three to four years of rigorous imprisonment along with a fine of ₹25,000 each. Arrest and Investigation Kalla Bawriya was arrested on August 18, 2023, from Gyarsapur in Vidisha district, based on intelligence provided by the Wildlife Crime Control Bureau (WCCB) of India. Following his arrest, STSF coordinated with national and international agencies to map his criminal network. Through liaison with the South Asia Wildlife Enforcement Network (SA...

Love Beyond Limits: Megha and Aditya Tie the Knot on Valentine’s Eve Despite Kidney Failure Struggle

13Feb

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Madhya Pradesh, State

Love Beyond Limits: Megha and Aditya Tie the Knot on Valentine’s Eve Despite Kidney Failure Struggle

Bhilai/Indore: In an inspiring story of unwavering love and commitment, Megha Paliwal from Indore and Aditya Sahu from Bhilai are set to begin a new chapter of life together by tying the knot on February 13, just a day before Valentine’s Day. Their marriage is being widely discussed not only as a wedding celebration but also as a powerful symbol of faith, devotion, and true companionship — proving that love is not just about sharing happy moments, but also about standing strong through life’s toughest challenges. A Relationship That Began With Friendship Megha and Aditya first met in 2017 while working at a private company in Vadodara, Gujarat. What began as a friendship gradually turned into a deep bond. Over the years, their relationship strengthened, and after nine years of tog...

J&K Government Working on Framework to Regulate Online, Social and Print Media

13Feb

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jammu and kashmir, State

J&K Government Working on Framework to Regulate Online, Social and Print Media

Srinagar: The Jammu and Kashmir government, led by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, is preparing a new policy framework aimed at regulating online news portals, social media platforms, and print media across the Union Territory. The government disclosed this during the ongoing Jammu and Kashmir Assembly session while responding to a query raised by BJP विधायक R.S. Pathania. The administration also informed the House that between April 2025 and January 2026, it had issued a total of 28 official rebuttals against fake news and misinformation. Policy Still at Consultation Stage According to the government, the proposed policy has been drafted in response to the rapid growth of digital and social media. The draft, titled New Media Policy–2026, is currently under inter-departmental consul...

‘Do Not Play Games With Us, Do Not Betray Public Trust’: Allahabad High Court Pulls Up Police Over Failure to Execute NBW

13Feb

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State, Uttar Pradesh

‘Do Not Play Games With Us, Do Not Betray Public Trust’: Allahabad High Court Pulls Up Police Over Failure to Execute NBW

Prayagraj: The Allahabad High Court has expressed strong displeasure over the failure of police authorities to arrest an accused despite the issuance of a non-bailable warrant (NBW), warning that such negligence weakens public faith in the judiciary. Taking a stern view of the matter, the Court remarked that the police must not take judicial orders lightly, stating, “This is a court of law. Do not play games with us and do not break the trust of the people.” The observation came during the hearing of a criminal appeal linked to a 2019 case, in which an NBW issued against a convicted murderer had remained unexecuted for a long period. Bench Raises Suspicion of Possible Collusion The case was heard by a division bench comprising Justice Salil Kumar Rai and Justice Satyachir Singh...