Thursday, July 9

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SP MLA Faheem Irfan Cycles Through Villages to Raise SIR Awareness; Swatantra Dev Singh Had Earlier Challenged Him on Wife’s Oath
State, Uttar Pradesh

SP MLA Faheem Irfan Cycles Through Villages to Raise SIR Awareness; Swatantra Dev Singh Had Earlier Challenged Him on Wife’s Oath

Muradabad: Haji Mohammed Faheem Irfan, Samajwadi Party MLA from Bilari, Muradabad, is on a unique campaign to raise awareness about the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process in Uttar Pradesh. Cycling through villages, he has been reaching out door-to-door to educate residents about SIR and guide them on submitting their forms before the December 9 deadline. Village Outreach on SIR During his campaign, MLA Faheem Irfan visited Shahpur village, starting from polling booths where he reviewed the progress of SIR forms with BLOs and BLAs. BLO KP Singh confirmed that all forms had been distributed and retrieval from voters was underway. The MLA personally cycled through homes, explaining the importance of the SIR process and urging residents to submit completed forms to BLOs. He also...
Hidma’s Last Letter Reveals Surrender Plan; Security Forces Reach Hideout Before Journalist
Chhattisgarh, State

Hidma’s Last Letter Reveals Surrender Plan; Security Forces Reach Hideout Before Journalist

Raipur: Naxal commander Madvi Hidma, who was killed in an encounter in Andhra Pradesh, had reportedly planned to surrender to authorities in Telangana. A secret letter written by Hidma to a Bastar-based journalist has now come to light, revealing his intentions to negotiate with the government. However, resistance from his associates forced him to change his plan and flee into Andhra Pradesh, where security forces ultimately neutralized him. Hidma’s Decision to Flee Andhra Pradesh Hidma had been under continuous surveillance by security forces. According to sources, following a gunfight in Sukma on 16 November that left three Naxals dead, Hidma altered his plan and attempted to escape to Andhra Pradesh. He was later cornered and killed in the Marudumilli forests by security personnel...
Kanpur “Looting Bride” Divyanshi Rathore Granted Bail Amid Gaps in Police Case
State, Uttar Pradesh

Kanpur “Looting Bride” Divyanshi Rathore Granted Bail Amid Gaps in Police Case

Kanpur: In a significant turn of events in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, the court has ordered the release of the woman allegedly involved in a high-profile “loot bride” case, Divyanshi Rathore, citing lack of credible evidence from the police. The police had claimed that Rs 8 crore were deposited in her accounts, but the court found the submissions insufficient and granted her bail on a personal bond of Rs 1 lakh. Court Highlights Gaps in Police Investigation The presiding court rejected the police request for a 14-day judicial remand, emphasizing that no solid or legally admissible evidence was presented against Divyanshi. The bench expressed displeasure over the investigation, underlining the need for impartiality and proper verification during the probe. Background of the Case Adi...
Rajasthan BJP Government Completes Two Years: Cabinet Meeting Today to Discuss Five Key Issues
Politics, Rajasthan, State

Rajasthan BJP Government Completes Two Years: Cabinet Meeting Today to Discuss Five Key Issues

Jaipur: The Rajasthan BJP government, led by Chief Minister Bhajanlal, is set to hold a crucial cabinet meeting today at 4 PM as it completes two years in office. The administration is expected to discuss and finalize key policy decisions and new programs ahead of major upcoming events. Key Issues Likely on the Agenda Pravasi Rajasthani DivasThe government is likely to discuss the upcoming Pravasi Rajasthani Divas scheduled for 10 December. Representatives sent across various states to connect with the Rajasthani diaspora and businessmen have provided feedback to the state administration. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has also been invited to attend the event. Panchayat and Urban Local Body ElectionsFollowing the Anta bypolls, all political parties are now focusing on the upcoming...
Lured by Lucrative Overseas Jobs, Two Youth Held Hostage in Myanmar; Forced into Cyber Scam Operations
PUNJAB AND HARYANA, State

Lured by Lucrative Overseas Jobs, Two Youth Held Hostage in Myanmar; Forced into Cyber Scam Operations

Palwal: Two young men from Palwal fell prey to a sophisticated cybercrime racket in Myanmar after being lured with promises of high-paying overseas jobs. The youths were held hostage for four months and coerced into running online scams targeting overseas victims. Their ordeal ended only when Thai police raided the operation, rescuing them and other Indian nationals involved. The Job Lure and Deceptive Recruitment According to police reports, Akash from Bhaidauli village and Arvind from Sahanoli were approached through a social media job advertisement in June. Contacting the provided number via WhatsApp, they connected with Rafiq alias Rahi, a resident of Jammu & Kashmir, who posed as an HR representative for a company based in Myanmar. The duo was promised a monthly salary of...
Indira Gandhi’s Resonant Voice in Mussoorie Hills: The Story of the 1982 Victory
State, Uttarakhand

Indira Gandhi’s Resonant Voice in Mussoorie Hills: The Story of the 1982 Victory

Dehradun: Mussoorie, the picturesque hill station, holds enduring memories of India’s Iron Lady, Indira Gandhi, and her father, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru. From assisting the Tibetan community to halting mining operations that threatened the hills, Indira Gandhi’s efforts left a lasting legacy that Mussoorie still cherishes. Childhood Lessons and Early Visits Indira Gandhi’s connection with Mussoorie dates back to the 1920s, when Nehru frequently visited the hill station with his wife, Kamala Nehru, and young Indira. Despite his involvement in the freedom struggle, Nehru used letters to teach Indira political foresight, diplomacy, and governance from an early age. Accompanying her father on trips abroad further shaped her into a perceptive, decisive leader, laying the foundation for her...
Shiv Sena UBT’s Anand Dubey Mocks Rahul Gandhi and Congress on TV, Sends Shockwaves Across Opposition
Maharashtra, State

Shiv Sena UBT’s Anand Dubey Mocks Rahul Gandhi and Congress on TV, Sends Shockwaves Across Opposition

Mumbai: In the aftermath of Bihar Assembly elections, Anand Dubey, National Spokesperson of Shiv Sena UBT, grabbed the spotlight for his sharp satire targeting Congress and Rahul Gandhi across news channels. His biting commentary has left India Bloc allies and the opposition stunned, despite Congress and Shiv Sena UBT being partners in the alliance. Dubey’s TV Mockery Sparks Attention Following the Mahagathbandhan’s defeat in Bihar, Dubey appeared on multiple news channels, lampooning Congress leaders and the alliance. He mimicked Rahul Gandhi and RJD leaders in a humorous yet scathing manner, pointing out the failures of Congress leadership including Hussein Dalwai, Rashid Alvi, Digvijay Singh, and Mani Shankar Aiyar. Dubey praised AIIMIM leader Asaduddin Owaisi for securing five se...
After Hidma, Devji Also Killed? Encounter Continues on Chhattisgarh Border, 7 Naxals Dead
Chhattisgarh, State

After Hidma, Devji Also Killed? Encounter Continues on Chhattisgarh Border, 7 Naxals Dead

Raipur, Chhattisgarh: Security forces continued their intensive operations against Naxals along the Chhattisgarh-Andhra Pradesh border, killing seven Naxal insurgents, including three women. Among the slain insurgents, reports indicate that key leaders, including Devji and Jogaa alias Tek Shankar, may have been eliminated. The operation also resulted in the seizure of eight weapons, including two AK-47 rifles, and the arrest of 50 suspected Naxals. Encounter Ongoing Since Early Morning The encounter began Wednesday morning in the dense forests of Maredumilli, along the Chhattisgarh-Andhra Pradesh border. Andhra Pradesh Greyhounds forces encircled the Naxals, and the operation, starting at 6:30 AM, achieved significant success. Security personnel recovered the bodies of four male and ...
Naxal Leadership Crumbles: Devji Emerges as Next Target After Hidma’s Elimination
Chhattisgarh, State

Naxal Leadership Crumbles: Devji Emerges as Next Target After Hidma’s Elimination

Raipur, Chhattisgarh: The Naxalite movement is facing its most severe setback yet, with security forces systematically eliminating top leaders. Following the killing of infamous Naxal commander Hidma, only six key leaders remain within the organization. Devji, the Maoist General Secretary, has now emerged as the primary target for security forces. Only Six Top Leaders Left After Hidma’s death, the remaining senior Naxal leaders are operating in isolated locations under extreme pressure. Among them are: Politburo members: Ganpati, Devji Central Committee members: Sangram, Uday Others: Ganesh Uike and Anal Da In Bastar, only three major Naxals remain actively operating. Devji, considered the most dangerous among them, commands the organization’s forces in the region. S...
Brijbhushan Sharan Singh Praises Owaisi, Calls Him Straightforward Leader Despite Religion
Politics, State, Uttar Pradesh

Brijbhushan Sharan Singh Praises Owaisi, Calls Him Straightforward Leader Despite Religion

Gonda, Uttar Pradesh: Former BJP MP Brijbhushan Sharan Singh has publicly praised AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi for his straightforward approach in politics, saying he respects Owaisi as a leader despite differences in religion. Singh expressed satisfaction over Owaisi’s party winning five seats in the recent Bihar assembly elections. “Owaisi is a Straightforward, Hereditary Leader” During an interaction with a YouTuber, Singh said, “Asaduddin Owaisi fought the Bihar elections directly. He criticized both the BJP alliance and Lalu’s party openly. At least he speaks straight. I am happy that his party succeeded in the elections. Media now calls him BJP’s ‘B-team,’ but they will soon call Mayawati the same. Owaisi is a hereditary leader. His only ‘crime’ is that he is a Muslim.” Biha...