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State Minister Cracks Down on Illegal Mining in Rajgarh; JCBs Seized, Officials Ordered to Take Strict Action

17Nov

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Madhya Pradesh, State

State Minister Cracks Down on Illegal Mining in Rajgarh; JCBs Seized, Officials Ordered to Take Strict Action

Rajgarh: In a strong display of administrative action, Madhya Pradesh State Minister Narayan Singh Panwar caught illegal mining operations red-handed along the banks of the Parvati River during a routine field visit. The sudden arrival of the minister created panic among the mining mafia. Two JCB machines involved in unauthorized excavation were immediately seized, and strict action was ordered against the perpetrators. Minister Panwar, who oversees the Fisheries and Fish Welfare Department, was traveling through Semlapar village in Rajgarh district when he spotted the ongoing illegal mining activities. Accompanied by his team, he quickly intervened, taking control of the JCB machines and informing Rajgarh Collector Girish Kumar Mishra and SP Amit Kumar Tolani to ensure prompt administr...

Assam Minister’s Cauliflower Tweet Sparks Controversy, Revives Memories of Bhagalpur Riots

17Nov

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Assam, State

Assam Minister’s Cauliflower Tweet Sparks Controversy, Revives Memories of Bhagalpur Riots

Guwahati/Bihar: A seemingly innocuous tweet by Assam Health Minister Ashok Singhal about cauliflower farming in Bihar has ignited a political storm, particularly in Assam. While Bihar leaders remained largely silent, Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi and TMC spokesperson Saket Gokhale criticized the tweet, linking it to the infamous Bhagalpur riots of 1989. The controversy stems from a grim historical connection: during the Bhagalpur riots, hundreds of Muslims were killed, and, according to reports, some of the mass graves were later covered with cauliflower crops. On 24 October 1989, tensions escalated in Bhagalpur when a procession marking the Ram Janmabhoomi movement clashed with local Muslim residents. The violence spread rapidly, leaving around 900–1,000 people dead and affecting nearly...

Rajasthan ATS Seizes 3 Lakh Suspicious Photos from Maulvi Osama; Afghan Connection Emerges

17Nov

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Rajasthan, State

Rajasthan ATS Seizes 3 Lakh Suspicious Photos from Maulvi Osama; Afghan Connection Emerges

Jaipur, Rajasthan: Maulvi Osama Umar, recently arrested in Barmer, Rajasthan, is under intense investigation by the state ATS. During a thorough examination of his mobile phone and social media accounts, authorities recovered nearly 3 lakh suspicious photos, raising concerns about possible terror activities. The investigation comes in the wake of a recent deadly blast in Delhi, which has put security agencies on high alert across the country. Preliminary findings indicate that the recovered materials include deleted images that were successfully retrieved, and the ATS is working to decipher their significance. Links to Foreign Funding and Extremist GroupsAccording to Vikas Kumar, IG of Rajasthan ATS, evidence suggests that Osama Umar may have connections to foreign funding sources. I...

Sonbhadra Head Constable Dies of Heart Attack While Playing Badminton

17Nov

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Sonbhadra Head Constable Dies of Heart Attack While Playing Badminton

Sonbhadra, UP: A tragic incident struck the police force in Sonbhadra as Head Constable Vishal Yadav (48) collapsed due to a heart attack while playing badminton on Sunday. Despite desperate efforts by his colleagues to save him, he succumbed to his condition during treatment at the BHU Trauma Center in Varanasi. According to reports, the incident occurred at the Babhani police station, where Yadav was posted. During the game, he suddenly complained of chest pain and fainted. Fellow officers rushed him to the Community Health Center in Babhani, where initial treatment was provided. Seeing his critical condition, doctors immediately referred him to the district hospital. With his health not improving, he was transferred to the BHU Trauma Center in Varanasi, where he passed away late S...

Sharad Pawar Refutes Claims of Congress’s Collapse After Bihar Polls

17Nov

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Maharashtra, Politics, State

Sharad Pawar Refutes Claims of Congress’s Collapse After Bihar Polls

Mumbai: Following the Bihar Assembly election results, where the JD(U)-BJP-led NDA registered a landslide victory, speculation about the future of Congress has intensified. Prime Minister Narendra Modi had predicted that Congress would soon break apart, calling it a “Muslim League-Maoist party.” In response, NCP chief and Maharashtra veteran leader Sharad Pawar issued a strong rebuttal, asserting that Congress is far from finished and will rise again. Pawar’s Take on Congress’s Resilience Speaking in Solapur amid the local body election atmosphere, Pawar said, “The Congress I understand is not the Congress that will vanish; it will re-emerge. Since it is a party that adheres to the ideals of the Gandhi-Nehru legacy, it will reach new heights once again.” He drew historical paralle...

J&K to Soon Regain Full Statehood, Says Deputy CM Surendra Choudhary During Bagpat Visit

17Nov

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Politics, State, Uttar Pradesh

J&K to Soon Regain Full Statehood, Says Deputy CM Surendra Choudhary During Bagpat Visit

Bagpat, Uttar Pradesh: Jammu and Kashmir Deputy Chief Minister Surendra Choudhary visited Bagpat on Monday and made a significant statement regarding the region’s political future, asserting that Kashmir will soon be restored to full statehood. During his address, Choudhary also responded to remarks made by PDP leader Mehbooba Mufti, suggesting that she appears indecisive about her political stance. “Mehbooba Mufti is confused. She needs to decide clearly what path she wants to take in Jammu and Kashmir,” he said. Response to Mehbooba Mufti Choudhary criticized the PDP chief for her changing positions over the years. “There were times in 2019 when she contested elections in alliance with the BJP, and at other times she has made contradictory statements. Mehbooba Mufti herself must...

Congress MLA Virendra Chaudhary Sits on SDM’s Chair, Sparks Administrative Buzz in Maharajganj

17Nov

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Congress MLA Virendra Chaudhary Sits on SDM’s Chair, Sparks Administrative Buzz in Maharajganj

Maharajganj: A photograph of Congress MLA Virendra Chaudhary seated on a chair in the SDM’s office in Farenda, Maharajganj, has gone viral on social media, creating a stir in political and administrative circles. The image, which Chaudhary himself posted on his social media account, shows him seated during a meeting in the SDM’s chamber. The meeting was organized in connection with upcoming sports events and was attended by SDM Shailendra Gautam, BDO officials, and other administrative personnel. MLA Clarifies Responding to the controversy, Virendra Chaudhary clarified that he was seated on a regular chair in the chamber and not on the SDM’s official chair. Addressing the issue with a touch of humor, he remarked: "I am not a contractor to go and touch the SDM’s feet." Admini...

Mukhtar Ansari’s Younger Son Omar Marries in Private Delhi Ceremony; Brother Abbas Shares Photo

17Nov

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Mukhtar Ansari’s Younger Son Omar Marries in Private Delhi Ceremony; Brother Abbas Shares Photo

Ghazipur/Delhi: The marriage of Omar Ansari, younger son of former politician Mukhtar Ansari, has been quietly celebrated in Delhi, drawing attention on social media. Following in the footsteps of his elder brother Abbas Ansari, whose wedding in Jaipur in 2021 was also held privately, Omar’s ceremony was kept strictly low-key. Private Ceremony with Close Family The wedding was attended only by close relatives and a few select guests. Abbas Ansari shared a congratulatory message on his X (formerly Twitter) handle, along with a photo from the ceremony, writing: "Heartiest congratulations to my younger brother Omar on his nikah. May Allah bless you both with happiness and prosperity always." Social Media Buzz While the identity of Omar’s bride has not been officially disclosed,...

Police Allegedly Misbehave with Temple Staff During Dhirendra Shastri’s Banke Bihari Visit, ASP Anuj Chaudhary Caught on Camera

17Nov

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Police Allegedly Misbehave with Temple Staff During Dhirendra Shastri’s Banke Bihari Visit, ASP Anuj Chaudhary Caught on Camera

Mathura, UP: Tensions flared at the Banke Bihari Temple on Sunday evening when police allegedly misbehaved with temple staff and organizers during the visit of Pandit Dhirendra Krishna Shastri, head of Bageshwar Dham. Videos circulating on social media show a confrontation involving ASP Anuj Chaudhary, raising questions about police conduct. Incident Details According to eyewitnesses, the incident occurred as Shastri arrived for the temple rituals. One of the temple sevayats (attendants) was allegedly grabbed by the collar by ASP Anuj Chaudhary, causing a puja thali in his hand to fall and scatter its contents on the floor. The viral footage has sparked outrage among devotees and temple organizers. Temple Organizers Speak Out Acharya Mridul Kant Shastri, spokesperson for the Sa...

Scenic Rajasthan to Get Smoother Travel: 8-Lane Tunnel Under Mukundra Tiger Reserve to Ease Delhi-Mumbai Journey

17Nov

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Rajasthan, State

Scenic Rajasthan to Get Smoother Travel: 8-Lane Tunnel Under Mukundra Tiger Reserve to Ease Delhi-Mumbai Journey

Kota, Rajasthan: Travelers on the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway can look forward to a faster and more scenic journey as a 4.9-kilometer tunnel under the Mukundra Tiger Reserve nears completion. The tunnel, featuring eight lanes, is expected to open to traffic by March 2026, significantly reducing travel time and congestion. Tunnel Construction Progress The twin-tube tunnel is being constructed beneath the tiger reserve, with both tubes on the Chechat side of Kota district now completed. The remaining section toward Gopalpura is in the final stages of construction and is expected to be finished within a month. The road surface is being laid, and installation of electrical panels, sensors, CCTV cameras, and lighting is in progress. NHAI Project Director Sandeep Agarwal confirmed that road su...