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EC Clarifies Rise of 3 Lakh Voters After Final List in Bihar: “All Additions Were Legal and Procedural

20Nov

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Bihar, Politics, State

EC Clarifies Rise of 3 Lakh Voters After Final List in Bihar: “All Additions Were Legal and Procedural

Amid questions surrounding the addition of nearly 3 lakh new voters after the publication of the final electoral roll in Bihar, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has issued a detailed clarification. The explanation comes a week after the declaration of results for the Bihar Assembly Elections 2025 and in response to allegations raised by opposition parties regarding “vote manipulation.” Why Did the Voter Count Increase After the Final List? The Election Commission stated that the figure of 7.42 crore voters, mentioned on October 6, was based on data available after the final publication of the electoral roll on September 30—following the Special Intensive Revision (SIR). However, the commission highlighted that as per electoral laws, even after the final list is released, eli...

Experience Bihar’s Grand Sonepur Mela: Luxury Swiss Cottages, Delicious Cuisine, and Sightseeing—All for Just ₹3,000

20Nov

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Bihar, State

Experience Bihar’s Grand Sonepur Mela: Luxury Swiss Cottages, Delicious Cuisine, and Sightseeing—All for Just ₹3,000

The world-famous Sonepur Mela 2025—a heritage fair known across Asia—has entered its peak festive phase. Though it began on November 9, the charm, colours and crowds are now at their highest. For travellers from outside Bihar who wish to witness the beauty of this iconic fair at an affordable cost, the Bihar State Tourism Development Corporation (BSTDC) has introduced special tour and accommodation packages. Luxury Stay at Swiss Cottages Near the Mela BSTDC has set up a dedicated Tourist Village in Saran district, featuring beautifully designed ‘Mini Darbari’ and ‘Rajwadi’ Swiss-style luxury tents. These air-conditioned cottages come with attached bathrooms, 24×7 electricity and water supply, delicious meals, and full security arrangements. Two accommodation categories have been i...

Nalanda Power Race: Who Will Secure a Cabinet Berth in Nitish Kumar’s New Government

20Nov

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Bihar, Politics, State

Nalanda Power Race: Who Will Secure a Cabinet Berth in Nitish Kumar’s New Government

? As Bihar prepares for the grand swearing-in ceremony of the new NDA government today at Gandhi Maidan, all eyes are on Chief Minister Nitish Kumar’s home district, Nalanda, where political excitement has reached its peak. With the NDA securing a historic victory, three prominent leaders from the district are fiercely competing for a place in the new cabinet—Shravan Kumar, Dr. Sunil Kumar, and veteran leader Harinarayan Singh. Harinarayan Singh: The Veteran With 10 Straight Wins 79-year-old Harinarayan Singh has once again proved why he is counted among JDU’s most influential figures. Despite his age, he secured his 10th consecutive electoral victory from Harnaut. His supporters argue that his work and long-standing contribution to the party make him a natural choice for minister...

Bihar Elections 2025: Women Voters Shape Key Outcomes Across Seemanchal; NDA and AIMIM Share Top Seats

20Nov

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Bihar, Politics, State

Bihar Elections 2025: Women Voters Shape Key Outcomes Across Seemanchal; NDA and AIMIM Share Top Seats

The results of the Bihar Assembly Election 2025 have revealed a striking pattern linking high female voter turnout with decisive electoral outcomes. According to the latest data released by the Election Commission of India (EC), the five constituencies with the highest women voter turnout were all located in the Seemanchal region. In contrast, Patna district recorded the lowest female participation. Seemanchal Leads with Highest Female Turnout Women outperformed men in voting across the state. The top five seats with more than 88% female voter turnout included: Kochadhaman (AIMIM) Baisi (AIMIM) Amour (AIMIM) Pranpur (BJP) – 88.99% turnout Thakurganj (JDU) – 90.27%, the highest in Bihar Out of these five high-turnout seats, AIMIM won three, while NDA secured two. ...

Ram Temple Flag Rejected by Defence Ministry; Why Is the Indian Army Assisting in the Ceremony

20Nov

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Ram Temple Flag Rejected by Defence Ministry; Why Is the Indian Army Assisting in the Ceremony

Ayodhya: Preparations are underway in Ayodhya for the grand flag-hoisting ceremony on 25 November, during which Prime Minister Narendra Modi will unfurl the main flag atop the newly constructed Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple. The sacred flag—known as the Dharmadhwaja or Surya Dhwaja—is central to the event. However, the initial flag prepared for the ceremony has been rejected based on recommendations from the Ministry of Defence. Why Was the Original Flag Rejected? The temple construction committee had originally approved a flag weighing 11 kilograms, designed using parachute fabric capable of withstanding winds up to 60 km/h. But during trial runs, significant issues emerged—primarily related to the weight, including rope tension failures. Following these observations, the Defence M...

Bihar Identifies 2 Lakh Deceased Pensioners Still Receiving Benefits; Government Begins Recovery Process

20Nov

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Bihar, State

Bihar Identifies 2 Lakh Deceased Pensioners Still Receiving Benefits; Government Begins Recovery Process

Patna: In a shocking revelation, the Bihar government has identified nearly two lakh deceased individuals whose bank accounts continued to receive pension payments. The state has now issued strict directives to recover the wrongly disbursed funds and remove all such names from the beneficiary list. Dead Beneficiaries Detected in Old-Age Pension Scheme During a review meeting on Wednesday, Social Welfare Department Secretary Vandana Preyasi directed district officials to conduct immediate physical verification of all beneficiaries under the old-age pension scheme. She emphasized that recovery of funds deposited into the accounts of deceased beneficiaries must be ensured without delay. The discovery came during an assessment of pension, death, and marriage grant schemes. Officials f...

From Mushrooms to Chocolates and Rasgullas: Jhansi’s Praveen Verma Wins Yogi Government Funding for Innovative Startup

20Nov

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State, Uttar Pradesh

From Mushrooms to Chocolates and Rasgullas: Jhansi’s Praveen Verma Wins Yogi Government Funding for Innovative Startup

Jhansi: Turning innovation into inspiration, Praveen Verma from Kochabhanwar in Jhansi has created a new benchmark in agri-entrepreneurship. His mushroom-based food products—ranging from chocolates and biscuits to rasgullas and candies—have not only surprised consumers but also impressed the Uttar Pradesh government, which has now granted funding to his startup. A Decade of Research Turns Into a Unique Business Idea Praveen, who holds an MSc in Agriculture from Bundelkhand University, has been involved in mushroom cultivation, research and training for the past 10 years. He also trained as a Master Trainer in Mushroom Production from Dr. Rajendra Prasad Central Agricultural University, Pusa, Bihar. At his 5,000 sq ft mushroom farm near his home, Praveen has trained numerous farmer...

Lucknow Miracle Surgery: Doctors Remove 14-cm ‘Human Tail’ From 18-Month-Old Child, Give Him a New Life

20Nov

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Lucknow Miracle Surgery: Doctors Remove 14-cm ‘Human Tail’ From 18-Month-Old Child, Give Him a New Life

Lucknow: In a rare and complex medical case, doctors at Balrampur Hospital in Lucknow successfully removed a 14-centimetre-long human tail from the back of an 18-month-old child, giving him a new lease on life. The abnormal growth was deeply attached to the spinal membranes between the vertebrae, causing severe pain and difficulty in sitting, lying down, and even basic movements. Family Shocked As Child’s ‘Tail’ Grew With Age According to reports, the child, Suryansh, son of Sushil Kumar, was born with a tail-like structure on his back. As he grew, the tail continued to increase in size, leading to constant discomfort. The family was distressed and confused about the condition. After counselling by doctors, they agreed to go ahead with the surgery. A Rare Human Tail — Deeply Conne...

Jharkhand Voter List Update: CEO Orders Faster Ancestral Mapping Ahead of SIR Exercise

20Nov

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Jharkhand, State

Jharkhand Voter List Update: CEO Orders Faster Ancestral Mapping Ahead of SIR Exercise

Ranchi: The Chief Electoral Officer of Jharkhand, K. Ravi Kumar, has directed officials across the state to expedite the ancestral mapping of the voter list. The mapping connects voters in the current electoral rolls to entries in the 2003 voter list, making the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) smoother and more accurate. 70% Work Completed in Several Constituencies During a review meeting with all Electoral Registration Officers (EROs) and Assistant Electoral Officers on Tuesday, the CEO said that many constituencies have already completed nearly 70% of the ancestral mapping. This progress will help ensure easier and more accurate form-filling during the upcoming intensive revision of electoral rolls. Low-Progress Areas Directed to Run Voter Outreach Programs For const...

Delhi Blast: Nuh Woman Who Rented Room to Bomber Umar Un Nabi Held by Investigation Agencies

20Nov

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PUNJAB AND HARYANA, State

Delhi Blast: Nuh Woman Who Rented Room to Bomber Umar Un Nabi Held by Investigation Agencies

Chandigarh/Faridabad/Nuh: The investigation into the Red Fort car blast in Delhi has taken a significant turn. Agencies have detained Afsana, the woman who rented a room to suicide bomber Dr. Umar Un Nabi in Haryana’s Nuh district. She had been absconding since the incident and is now being questioned for her role in sheltering the terror suspect. Room Was Rented on Shoaib’s Recommendation According to investigators, Umar Un Nabi stayed for nearly 10 days in Nuh’s Hidayat Colony, where Afsana had provided him a room based on the recommendation of a man named Shoaib, an electrician at Al-Falah University. It is suspected that the bomber used this location as a safe hideout before executing the attack near Delhi’s Red Fort. Afsana’s involvement came under scrutiny soon after the bla...