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Over 5.8 Million Names Dropped from West Bengal Voter List Ahead of Assembly Elections; EC Releases SIR Draft List

16Dec

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Politics, State, West Bengal

Over 5.8 Million Names Dropped from West Bengal Voter List Ahead of Assembly Elections; EC Releases SIR Draft List

Kolkata: Ahead of the West Bengal Assembly elections scheduled early next year, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has released the list of voters removed under the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process. The announcement comes just hours before the publication of the 2026 draft electoral rolls. According to the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) of West Bengal, 5,820,898 names have been deleted from the draft list due to reasons including death, relocation, missing records, duplication, and other causes. The Election Commission has clarified that affected individuals can file claims or objections using Form 6, along with supporting documents, during the designated period following the release of the draft list. This window remains open until 15 January 2026, after which the final e...

Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren Makes Second Delhi Visit in 15 Days, Set to Meet Top BJP Leaders

16Dec

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Jharkhand, Politics, State

Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren Makes Second Delhi Visit in 15 Days, Set to Meet Top BJP Leaders

Ranchi: Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren, accompanied by his wife Kalpana Soren, has arrived in Delhi. This marks his second visit to the national capital within just 15 days. During the visit, he is scheduled to meet senior leaders of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), fueling speculation about the purpose of the meetings. Photographs of Soren engaging in discussions with BJP leaders and interacting in a cordial atmosphere are expected to emerge, prompting political analysts to interpret the implications of these interactions. Attending Reception of Governor Santosh Gangwar’s SonThe visit coincides with the reception of Apurva Gangwar, son of Jharkhand Governor Santosh Kumar Gangwar, which is being held in Delhi. Hemant Soren and his wife are set to attend the event. Apurva Gang...

Private Video of Bengali Influencers Sonali and Sofik SK Leaked, Sparks Online Debate

16Dec

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State, West Bengal

Private Video of Bengali Influencers Sonali and Sofik SK Leaked, Sparks Online Debate

Kolkata: A private video featuring Bengali content creators Sofik SK and his girlfriend Dustu Sonali has recently leaked online, generating widespread attention on social media. The 19-minute clip, showing the couple in a private setting, has raised curiosity among netizens about the influencers and their work. Who are the influencers?Dustu Sonali, based in Kolkata, is a social media personality with around 4 lakh Instagram followers. She frequently appears in videos alongside Sofik SK and describes herself as an actor in her bio. Sofik SK is a popular content creator running the “Palli Gram TV” YouTube channel, which produces comedy skits and the widely-followed series “Sofik Ki Chalaki.” Both creators have a strong following in small towns and rural areas in West Bengal. Details of...

Hemant Soren and Kalpana Soren Make a Stylish Appearance in Delhi at Governor’s Son’s Reception

16Dec

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Jharkhand, State

Hemant Soren and Kalpana Soren Make a Stylish Appearance in Delhi at Governor’s Son’s Reception

Delhi: Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren, along with his wife Kalpana Soren, arrived in Delhi on Monday to attend a grand reception hosted for the son of Jharkhand Governor Santosh Gangwar. The reception is expected to see the presence of numerous senior political leaders and VVIPs from across the country. The reception celebrates the marriage of Apoorv Gangwar and Sanjana, which took place on 10 December in Bareilly. Following the wedding, a lavish reception was organized in Delhi on 16 December, where the Chief Minister and his wife were invited as special guests. Sources indicate that CM Soren is likely to return to Ranchi on 17 December, during which he may hold formal and political meetings. The Bareilly wedding itself had attracted several prominent political figures, in...

Meitei Community Protests at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar, Demands Return of Displaced Families

16Dec

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north east, State

Meitei Community Protests at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar, Demands Return of Displaced Families

Delhi: Members of the Meitei community staged a protest at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar, demanding the government take immediate action to return people displaced by ethnic violence in Manipur to their homes. Protesters said the government has failed to adequately address the situation and ensure the safe return of those forced to leave their homes. A woman, whose house in Churachandpur was destroyed during the violence, shared her ordeal. She said she had to flee her home abruptly, leaving behind all her belongings, while she was undergoing training to become a cabin crew member. She added that her passport verification has been delayed by the local police, who claim her house no longer exists at the registered address. “Everyone knows our homes were burned, yet we cannot return. No one is he...

Nitish Kumar Unveils ‘7 Nischay Part-3’: A Game-Changer for Bihar’s Development

16Dec

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Bihar, Politics, State

Nitish Kumar Unveils ‘7 Nischay Part-3’: A Game-Changer for Bihar’s Development

Patna: Riding high on a decisive electoral victory, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has launched the third phase of his flagship development initiative, ‘7 Nischay Part-3’, promising to usher in a new era of growth and prosperity in the state. This announcement marks a continuation of the government’s sustained focus on governance, development, and inclusive progress, building on the success of the first two phases of the program. “Since assuming office on 24 November 2005, our government has ensured the rule of law and consistently worked toward development across all sectors and communities. After successfully achieving the goals of 7 Nischay (2015-2020) and 7 Nischay-2 (2020-2025), Bihar is now ready to enter the league of the most developed states with the implementation of 7 Nisc...

Bengaluru Airport Passengers Struggle with 800-Meter Walk to Taxis, Frustration Mounts

16Dec

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Karnataka, State

Bengaluru Airport Passengers Struggle with 800-Meter Walk to Taxis, Frustration Mounts

Passengers arriving at Kempegowda International Airport (KIA) in Bengaluru are facing significant inconvenience due to newly implemented traffic and curbside pickup regulations at Terminals 1 (T1) and 2 (T2). The policy requires passengers with pre-booked private taxis to walk nearly 800 meters from the terminals to designated pickup zones in parking areas P3 and P4, sparking frustration among travelers and taxi operators alike. New Policy and Its Impact The airport’s curbside pickup policy was introduced to prevent illegal parking, middlemen, and congestion outside the terminal entrances. Under this rule, only authorized airport aggregator taxis are allowed to pick up passengers directly from the curbside. Private taxis, including long-distance and outstation cabs, must now wait in ...

Bhopal Police Bust Gang Stealing 5G Router Units, Millions Recovered

16Dec

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Madhya Pradesh, State

Bhopal Police Bust Gang Stealing 5G Router Units, Millions Recovered

Bhopal police have successfully apprehended a five-member organized gang involved in stealing Base Band Units (BBUs), commonly referred to as 5G router units, from mobile towers across the city. The gang has confessed to committing seven thefts so far, and authorities have recovered four stolen BBUs from their possession. Modus Operandi According to police, each Base Band Unit is valued at ₹3.5 to 4 lakh in the market. However, the gang was selling these high-value units to scrap dealers in Delhi for just ₹10,000 per unit, generating substantial profits. These units were reportedly purchased by suppliers from the scrap dealers and later resold to telecom companies, completing a cycle of illicit trade. How the Theft Was Discovered The investigation began when technician Premchan...

Aishanya Dwivedi Expresses Gratitude as NIA Files Chargesheet in Pahalgam Terror Attack

16Dec

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Aishanya Dwivedi Expresses Gratitude as NIA Files Chargesheet in Pahalgam Terror Attack

In a significant development in the Pahalgam terror attack case, Aishanya Dwivedi, wife of the late Shubham Dwivedi from Kanpur, expressed her relief and gratitude following the filing of the chargesheet by the National Investigation Agency (NIA). Speaking about the prompt action taken by the authorities, Aishanya said, “The Government of India and the NIA acted swiftly in this case. I am grateful to all the officers and armed forces involved for their relentless efforts. Completing the investigation and filing the chargesheet in a timely manner brings immense relief to the victims’ families.” She further appreciated the operations carried out by the security forces, mentioning Operation Sindur and Operation Mahadev, which sent a strong message to terrorists. “The filing of the charg...

Vinod Narayan Jha Appointed Chief Whip of Bihar BJP: From JP Movement Activist to Influential Legislator

16Dec

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Bihar, Politics, State

Vinod Narayan Jha Appointed Chief Whip of Bihar BJP: From JP Movement Activist to Influential Legislator

In a significant organizational reshuffle, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has appointed Vinod Narayan Jha, senior leader and sitting MLA from Benipatti, Madhubani district, as the Chief Whip of the ruling party in the Bihar Legislative Assembly. The party has communicated this decision to Assembly Speaker Dr. Prem Kumar, while Rajendra Gupta has been appointed Deputy Leader in the Legislative Council. Political Profile Vinod Narayan Jha is regarded as one of the senior and influential leaders of Bihar BJP. He currently represents Benipatti in the Bihar Assembly and previously served as Cabinet Minister for Public Health Engineering Department (PHED) in the Bihar government. Within the party, he has held key positions including former Vice President and Chief Spokesperson, highlight...