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Sonbhadra Mine Accident: Four More Bodies Recovered; 15 Workers Feared Trapped Under 75-Ton Rock

17Nov

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Sonbhadra Mine Accident: Four More Bodies Recovered; 15 Workers Feared Trapped Under 75-Ton Rock

Sonbhadra (Uttar Pradesh): The death toll in the Sonbhadra mining tragedy has risen to five, as rescue teams recovered four more bodies on Monday morning from the debris of the collapsed stone quarry in the Obra region. The accident occurred on November 15 at the Billi Markundi stone mine, where a massive rock slab broke loose during drilling operations and buried several workers under tonnes of rubble. Teams from the NDRF, SDRF and local administration have been carrying out an intensive rescue mission for more than 40 hours, battling harsh terrain and a giant boulder that continues to obstruct operations. Officials said that several workers are still feared trapped under the debris. 75-Ton Rock Collapsed During Drilling According to officials, the rock slab—estimated to weigh ne...

A Miracle in Bharatpur: Family Reunites with Son Believed Dead for 18 Months

17Nov

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Rajasthan, State

A Miracle in Bharatpur: Family Reunites with Son Believed Dead for 18 Months

Bharatpur (Rajasthan): In a scene straight out of a film, a family from Uttarakhand was reunited with their son—whom they had believed dead for nearly a year and a half. Tears, disbelief, and overwhelming emotion filled the “Apna Ghar Ashram” in Bharatpur on Monday, as 28-year-old Umesh suddenly stood alive before his grieving mother and sister. Disappeared During Mental Illness, Presumed Dead According to reports, Umesh, a resident of Nainital, went missing in May 2024 due to mental health issues. His mother, Tara Devi, and sister, Prema Devi, searched for him tirelessly. Despite registering a missing person complaint at Lal Kuan police station, they received no leads.Months turned into a year, hope faded, and the family eventually accepted that Umesh was no longer alive. Rescued...

Agra’s 13-Year-Old ‘Sadhvi Gauri’ Returns Home; Mother Alleges Mahant Kaushal Giri Misled Her – Full Story Inside

17Nov

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Rajasthan, State

Agra’s 13-Year-Old ‘Sadhvi Gauri’ Returns Home; Mother Alleges Mahant Kaushal Giri Misled Her – Full Story Inside

Agra/Prayagraj: The case of 13-year-old Gauri, who became “Sadhvi Gauri” during this year’s Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj, has taken another dramatic turn. Months after reports surfaced that the minor from Agra had been “donated” by her family to the Juna Akhara, the narrative has changed once again. Earlier this year, the controversy erupted when Juna Akhara expelled Mahant Kaushal Giri after allegations that the girl had been pushed into renunciation at a tender age. Gauri was subsequently placed under the care of Agra’s Nari Niketan for protection and counselling. Returned to Family, Then Escaped Back to Her Guru A few days ago, the minor was officially handed over to her parents. However, in a surprising move, she left home soon after and travelled to Haryana to live again with her ...

‘Clever Maid’ Turns Mastermind: Elderly Woman Foils Robbery Attempt in Udaipur, Gang Busted

17Nov

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Bihar, Politics, State

‘Clever Maid’ Turns Mastermind: Elderly Woman Foils Robbery Attempt in Udaipur, Gang Busted

In a dramatic breakthrough, Udaipur Police has exposed a shocking robbery conspiracy in which a domestic maid—trusted for five years—plotted to loot her employer’s house. The plan failed after the elderly woman of the house showed remarkable courage, forcing the attackers to flee and leading to the arrest of the gang. Maid’s Plot Exposed After CCTV Investigation The sensational case involved an attempted strangulation and robbery at the home of the Golchha family. What initially appeared to be an attack by unknown masked assailants turned out to be a meticulously planned inside job led by the maid, Rekha, who had been working with the family for the past five years. A team from the Pratapnagar Police Station examined over 200 CCTV footage clips, which ultimately unravelled the con...

Smallest Ally Shines in Bihar Results: Mahagathbandhan’s Surprise Winner Stuns Political Circles

17Nov

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Politics, State, Uttar Pradesh

Smallest Ally Shines in Bihar Results: Mahagathbandhan’s Surprise Winner Stuns Political Circles

While the opposition Mahagathbandhan performed poorly in the Bihar Assembly election results, the coalition’s smallest member delivered an unexpected and impressive victory. I.P. Gupta (55) of the Indian Inclusive Party drew national attention by successfully mobilising marginalised communities that had long remained on the political sidelines. His stunning win has surprised political observers across the state. Wins Saharsa by Over 2,000 Votes Gupta clinched the Saharsa seat by a margin of more than 2,000 votes, defeating the BJP candidate and making a powerful debut for his party within the Mahagathbandhan. The Indian Inclusive Party had contested only three seats as part of the alliance, making this victory even more remarkable. Big Players Falter, Small Party Steals the Spotli...

After Bihar, It’s Now UP’s Turn: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh Submits SIR Form as Voter List Purification Begins

17Nov

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Bihar, State

After Bihar, It’s Now UP’s Turn: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh Submits SIR Form as Voter List Purification Begins

The process of purifying and updating the voter list has begun across Uttar Pradesh under the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) drive. As part of this exercise, citizens are required to fill out SIR forms to update or verify their voter information. Defence Minister and Lucknow MP Rajnath Singh also submitted his SIR form in the state capital on Sunday. Rajnath Singh Hands Over SIR Form to SDM Sadar During his Lucknow visit, Rajnath Singh completed the SIR formalities and handed over his form to SDM Sadar Manoj Singh. The Defence Minister attended several events in the city and took time to participate in the ongoing voter list purification process. Since he is a registered voter in Lucknow and regularly casts his vote here in municipal, assembly, and parliamentary elections, he too w...

Bribe Rates Exposed in Front of Mayor; Morena Municipal Staff Accused of Rampant Corruption

17Nov

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Madhya Pradesh, State

Bribe Rates Exposed in Front of Mayor; Morena Municipal Staff Accused of Rampant Corruption

A shocking incident of open corruption surfaced in Morena when a complainant exposed the alleged bribe rates of municipal staff right in front of the city Mayor. The incident, captured on video, has gone viral on social media, raising serious questions about the functioning of the municipal office. Bribe Demand Exposed Live Before the Mayor Complainant Suraj Kumar submitted a written complaint to Mayor Sharda Solanki, alleging that employees of the Morena Municipal Corporation were openly demanding bribes for issuing building permissions. To prove his claims, Suraj placed his phone on speaker mode and called the concerned staff members in front of the Mayor. During the conversation, the employees could allegedly be heard demanding amounts ranging between ₹8,000 and ₹10,000 for proces...

**IAS Tina Dabi to Be Honoured Again by the President;

17Nov

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Politics, Rajasthan, State

**IAS Tina Dabi to Be Honoured Again by the President;

To Receive ₹2 Crore Award for Excellence in Rainwater Conservation**Barmer/Delhi: Celebrated IAS officer Tina Dabi is once again in the spotlight. The Barmer District Administration, under her leadership, has been selected for the First National Water Harvesting Public Participation Award at the national level. The honour will be presented by President Droupadi Murmu on 18 November 2025 at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi. Along with the award, the district will receive a cash prize of ₹2 crore. National Recognition for Barmer’s Water Conservation Model Barmer district has earned the top award for its outstanding performance in rainwater harvesting and community participation. The initiative marks a significant achievement for one of Rajasthan’s most water-scarce regions. The award acknow...

**Delhi Blast Probe Reaches West Bengal:

17Nov

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State, West Bengal

**Delhi Blast Probe Reaches West Bengal:

Who Are Tania Parveen, Syed Idris, and Sabir Ahmed Now Under NIA Scanner?**Kolkata: The investigation into the car blast near Delhi’s Red Fort has expanded to West Bengal, with the National Investigation Agency (NIA) questioning three individuals lodged in separate jails across the state. All three are suspected to have links with terror organisations and have been detained under the stringent Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA). The NIA has now taken custody of the trio for detailed interrogation. Sabir Ahmed: Nadia Resident Already in Jail for a Drug Case One of the detained individuals, Sabir Ahmed, hails from Palashipara in Nadia district. He is currently lodged in Kolkata’s Presidency Jail in connection with a narcotics case. His brother, Faizal Ahmed, was recently detai...

Rohini Acharya’s ‘Storm’ Brings Lalu Family Back in Spotlight: Know the Complete Family Tree of the RJD Supremo

17Nov

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Bihar, Politics, State

Rohini Acharya’s ‘Storm’ Brings Lalu Family Back in Spotlight: Know the Complete Family Tree of the RJD Supremo

Patna: The family of Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad Yadav and former CM Rabri Devi has always dominated Bihar’s political landscape. Once again, the family is in the news—this time due to internal turmoil following the party’s defeat in the Bihar elections and a string of allegations by Lalu’s daughter, Rohini Acharya. Rohini, who donated a kidney to her father, recently accused her brother Tejashwi Yadav of several misdeeds and left her parental home to return to Singapore. Her outburst has rekindled public curiosity about the extensive and politically influential Lalu family. Here is the full family tree and what each member is known for. Misa Bharti: The Politically Active Eldest Daughter Lalu and Rabri’s firstborn, Dr. Misa Bharti, holds an MBBS degree and has se...