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Noida Tragedy: One Dead, Several Feared Trapped as Three-Storey Building Collapses in Nagla Hukum Singh
State, Uttar Pradesh

Noida Tragedy: One Dead, Several Feared Trapped as Three-Storey Building Collapses in Nagla Hukum Singh

Greater Noida, Nov 20, 2025: A major accident struck Nagla Hukum Singh village in Greater Noida on Wednesday when a three-storey under-construction house collapsed while shutters were being removed, killing one labourer and trapping several others under the debris. According to officials, more than 16 labourers and masons were working on the third floor around 11 a.m. when the entire structure suddenly crumbled. Rescue teams immediately rushed to the spot. SDM Abhay Singh, ADCP Sudhir Kumar, ACP Sarthak Sengar, police teams from multiple stations, and the fire brigade initiated the search and rescue operation. Eleven workers were pulled out alive and admitted to the hospital. After nearly three hours, the NDRF team also arrived and took charge of the operation. During the rescue effo...
Mathura: Who Was Vrindavan’s Sadhvi Chandramukhi? Murdered, Body Burnt, House Sold — Police Crack Case After 11 Months
State, Uttar Pradesh

Mathura: Who Was Vrindavan’s Sadhvi Chandramukhi? Murdered, Body Burnt, House Sold — Police Crack Case After 11 Months

Mathura: Nearly 11 months after the brutal murder of 70-year-old Sadhvi Chandramukhi Devi, also known as Chitra Dasi, the Mathura Police have finally solved the mystery behind her disappearance. The saint, who had been living alone in Vrindavan’s Goshala Nagar, was killed over a dispute involving just 50 square yards of land. After murdering her, the accused secretly burnt her body and later sold her house using forged documents. Six people, including the main accused Abhishek Sharma, have been arrested. Lived in Vrindavan for 35 YearsOriginally from Bihar, the Sadhvi had been living in Vrindavan for over three decades, performing bhajan and parikrama alone. She suddenly went missing on 21 December 2024. Her spiritual brother, Sant Ladli Das, filed a missing-person complaint after she f...
₹608-Crore Bhangel Elevated Road Opens for Trial, Easing Commute Between Noida and Greater Noida
State, Uttar Pradesh

₹608-Crore Bhangel Elevated Road Opens for Trial, Easing Commute Between Noida and Greater Noida

Noida: The long-awaited Bhangel Elevated Road in Noida has been opened to vehicular movement on a trial basis, marking a key milestone in regional connectivity. Engineers conducted detailed inspections to identify and address technical issues before allowing traffic. The six-lane elevated stretch now permits vehicles to travel at a maximum speed of 60 km/h. Authorities are preparing a comprehensive traffic management plan for entry and exit points on the elevated corridor, which will soon be shared with the police department. Plans are also underway to install CCTV cameras along the route. Additionally, noise barriers will be placed on both sides to ensure that nearby residents are not disturbed by traffic sound. Smoother Travel Between Noida, Greater Noida and SurajpurThe opening of...
After 51 Years, High Court Orders Pension for Widow of Lineman
PUNJAB AND HARYANA, State

After 51 Years, High Court Orders Pension for Widow of Lineman

Chandigarh: In a landmark judgment, the Punjab and Haryana High Court has directed the Haryana government to release pension and pending dues to an 80-year-old widow within two months, concluding a legal battle that lasted over five decades. The elderly woman, whose husband was a lineman, finally received her rightful claim after 51 years of persistent struggle. Decades-Long Fight for JusticeThe widow, Lakshmi Devi, lost her husband, Maha Singh, in 1974 while he was working as a lineman at the electricity department. While she received a nominal ex-gratia of ₹6,026, other benefits such as family pension, gratuity, leave salary, and provident fund remained unresolved. Multiple representations, a writ petition filed in 2005, and RTI applications failed to compel the department to act, as ...
RBI Impersonators Pull Off Daylight Heist, Make Away With ₹7.11 Crore in Bengaluru
Karnataka, State

RBI Impersonators Pull Off Daylight Heist, Make Away With ₹7.11 Crore in Bengaluru

Bengaluru: A meticulously planned daylight robbery in Karnataka’s capital has sent shockwaves across the state. A gang, posing as RBI officials, looted ₹7.11 crore from an armored cash van transporting currency for ATM replenishment. Bengaluru Police Commissioner Seemant Kumar Singh has ordered a city-wide high alert and intensified vehicle checks to apprehend the perpetrators. The Daring HeistThe audacious robbery occurred between 12:30 PM and 1:00 PM in South Bengaluru. The CMS Info Systems van, carrying cash in three boxes, was en route from HDFC Bank in JP Nagar to HBR Layout, a distance of 22 km. The incident involved one armored van, an MUV, and two hatchback vehicles. The gang, numbering five to six men, stopped the cash van near Ashoka Stambh in Jayanagar Second Block by bloc...
Nitish Kumar to Take Oath Today as Bihar CM for 10th Term; Check Likely Ministers List
Bihar, Politics, State

Nitish Kumar to Take Oath Today as Bihar CM for 10th Term; Check Likely Ministers List

Patna: Political speculation over the formation of Bihar’s new NDA government has finally ended. In the NDA legislative party meeting, Nitish Kumar was unanimously elected leader, paving the way for him to assume the Chief Minister’s office for the 10th time. The BJP, in its legislative party meeting, selected Samrat Chaudhary as leader and Vijay Kumar Sinha as deputy leader. Both are expected to take oath as Deputy Chief Ministers. The swearing-in ceremony is scheduled today, November 20, at Gandhi Maidan in Patna. Reports suggest that alongside Nitish Kumar, 20 ministers may be sworn in. Party-wise Ministerial DistributionThe new cabinet, including the Chief Minister, is expected to have 20 members. Representation is planned based on party strength: JDU: 8 ministers BJP: 8 m...
Nitish Kumar to Take Oath as Bihar CM for 10th Time; Samrat and Vijay to Serve as Deputy CMs
Bihar, Politics, State

Nitish Kumar to Take Oath as Bihar CM for 10th Time; Samrat and Vijay to Serve as Deputy CMs

Patna: Bihar is set to witness a historic political event as Nitish Kumar prepares to take oath as Chief Minister for the 10th time. Joining him as Deputy Chief Ministers will be Samrat Chaudhary and Vijay Sinha. The grand swearing-in ceremony is scheduled for 20th November at Gandhi Maidan, Patna, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and several prominent national leaders expected to attend. Formation of the New Government Following a decisive mandate for the NDA in the Bihar Assembly elections, government formation has entered its final phase. On Wednesday, JDU legislative members convened at the Chief Minister’s residence, unanimously electing Nitish Kumar as the leader of the party’s legislative group. On the BJP side, Samrat Chaudhary was chosen as the leader and Vijay Sinha as the...
Massive Fire at Kiul Junction RMS Office Destroys Mail and Parcels Worth Lakhs
Bihar, State

Massive Fire at Kiul Junction RMS Office Destroys Mail and Parcels Worth Lakhs

Lakhisarai: A major fire broke out this morning at the Railway Mail Service (RMS) office located at Kiul Junction in Lakhisarai district, causing significant damage to office property and mail stored there. Flames were so intense that they could be seen from a distance, creating panic across the area. Railway staff and officials rushed to the scene immediately after the fire broke out, but the blaze spread rapidly, making initial control efforts extremely challenging. Employees struggled to contain the fire with limited resources, sweating profusely under the pressure of the emergency. Fire Brigade Brings Blaze Under Control Railway personnel quickly informed the local fire brigade, which arrived at the scene and, after intense efforts, managed to bring the fire under control. By ...
Why Girija Oak Became a National Crush: Five Secrets Revealed by Gujarati Author Jay Vasavada
Gujarat, State

Why Girija Oak Became a National Crush: Five Secrets Revealed by Gujarati Author Jay Vasavada

Ahmedabad: Marathi actress Girija Oak, born in Nagpur, Maharashtra, has taken the internet by storm, earning the title of ‘National Crush’. Daughter of legendary Marathi actor Girish Oak, Girija has acted in Bollywood films like Taare Zameen Par and Jawan, as well as the popular TV show Ladies Special. Her recent surge in popularity, particularly for her photos in a blue saree, has prompted famed Gujarati author Jay Vasavada to reveal the reasons behind her overnight stardom. Five Secrets Behind Her National Crush Status Vasavada, known for his influence among the youth of Gujarat and close association with Morari Bapu, highlighted five traits that make Girija Oak stand out from other female celebrities: Graceful in Reels: In the midst of social media trends, Girija Oak presents ...
Sabarmati Jail Incident: Inmate Ahmed Sayyed Attacked Over Alleged Ricin Terror Plot
Gujarat, State

Sabarmati Jail Incident: Inmate Ahmed Sayyed Attacked Over Alleged Ricin Terror Plot

Ahmedabad: A high-security inmate, Ahmed Mohiyuddin Sayyed, was attacked by fellow prisoners inside Sabarmati Central Jail, Gujarat, on Tuesday. Sayyed, arrested for his alleged involvement in a terror plot using ricin chemical, was promptly rescued by the jail authorities before the situation could escalate further. High-Security Custody Ahmed Sayyed was being held in a high-security cell when the assault occurred. Authorities confirmed that the incident was contained swiftly, preventing any serious injury. Background of Arrest Gujarat Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) had arrested Sayyed on 8 November from Hyderabad. According to ATS officials, Sayyed was allegedly involved in manufacturing the highly toxic chemical ricin and had links to the Islamic State Khorasan Province (ISKP). ...