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3 Reasons Why the Mahagathbandhan Lagged Behind in Bihar Exit Polls: Poll Expert Reveals Insights

12Nov

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Bihar

3 Reasons Why the Mahagathbandhan Lagged Behind in Bihar Exit Polls: Poll Expert Reveals Insights

Patna/Noida: Following the two-phase voting of the Bihar Assembly Elections 2025, exit polls have started to paint a picture of the likely outcome. According to Manoj Kumar Singh, Director of Matterize, the polls show that the NDA is poised for a potential victory, while the Mahagathbandhan (Grand Alliance) appears to have lost ground. Singh identified three key reasons behind this trend. 1. Jan Suraj Party Split Mahagathbandhan VotesSingh explained that the newly emerging Jan Suraj Party primarily drew votes away from the Mahagathbandhan, rather than the NDA. “This election was fought around the leadership of Chief Minister Nitish Kumar,” he said. “As a result, NDA stands to benefit, and the prospects of Nitish Kumar returning as CM are strong.” 2. Women Voters Favored NDAAccording ...

Faridabad Terror Module Mastermind Arrested: Imam Irfan Linked to Delhi Blast and Radicalizing Doctors

12Nov

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jammu and kashmir

Faridabad Terror Module Mastermind Arrested: Imam Irfan Linked to Delhi Blast and Radicalizing Doctors

Srinagar: Security agencies have tracked down the mastermind behind the Faridabad terror module, identified as Imam Irfan Ahmad, a native of Shopian, Jammu & Kashmir. Investigations suggest that his network may also have links to the car blast near Delhi’s Red Fort. Background and ArrestIrfan, a Kashmiri cleric, was arrested following an extensive police operation. He also worked as a paramedic at the Government Medical College (GMC), Srinagar. According to sources, he allegedly ran a white-collar terror module targeting medical students and young doctors, aiming to radicalize them. His network in Faridabad was arrested hours before the Delhi car blast on Monday, indicating a possible operational connection. Network within Medical CollegeSources revealed that Imam Irfan, based at...

Greater Noida District Consumer Commission Orders Housing Society to Hand Over Villa to Applicant

12Nov

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Uttar Pradesh

Greater Noida District Consumer Commission Orders Housing Society to Hand Over Villa to Applicant

Greater Noida: The District Consumer Commission of Greater Noida has directed the Media Village Co-operative Housing Society Limited to hand over a villa to applicant Raju Sharma within 60 days, resolving a dispute over delayed possession and extra charges. Case BackgroundRaju Sharma, a resident of Indirapuram, Ghaziabad, had applied for a villa in the society and paid ₹27.90 lakh out of the total agreed price of ₹28.53 lakh. Despite this, possession was not granted. Later, the society claimed that Sharma owed an additional amount—first ₹63,195, later increased to ₹2.30 lakh. Sharma filed a complaint with the Consumer Commission citing incomplete construction and the society’s demand for extra charges beyond the agreed price. During the hearing, the society argued that after adding s...

Tragic Accident on Ghaziabad National Highway: 3 Minors Killed in High-Speed Bike Collision with Truck

12Nov

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Uttar Pradesh

Tragic Accident on Ghaziabad National Highway: 3 Minors Killed in High-Speed Bike Collision with Truck

Ghaziabad: A tragic accident on National Highway-9 in Ghaziabad has claimed the lives of three minors. The incident occurred in the Vijaynagar police station area, where a high-speed bike collided with a truck, resulting in the instant death of all three youths. Authorities at the scene confirmed that the bike was reportedly moving at a very high speed at the time of the collision. Dial 112 emergency responders rushed to the site and transported the victims’ bodies for post-mortem examination. Police are actively investigating the incident and are currently searching for the truck driver involved. Further updates on the case are awaited.

UP Property Rates to Now Depend on Location: 10 Key Factors That Will Determine Circle Rates

12Nov

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Uttar Pradesh

UP Property Rates to Now Depend on Location: 10 Key Factors That Will Determine Circle Rates

Lucknow: Homebuyers and landowners in Uttar Pradesh have a new reason to take note—property circle rates will now be determined based on the location of the land. Plots closer to main roads will carry higher rates, while those farther away will be priced lower. The Stamp and Registration Department has implemented a uniform standard for calculating circle rates across the state, making the process more transparent and reflective of actual land utility. End of Old SystemEarlier, circle rates were divided into 14 categories, with interpretations varying from district to district. The new system simplifies this to 15 universal categories, which will be applicable across all districts. A software tool is also being developed so citizens can easily calculate their property value online by en...

Good News for Delhi Vehicle Owners: Pending Traffic Fines of Last 10 Years to be Waived

12Nov

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DELHI (national capital territory)

Good News for Delhi Vehicle Owners: Pending Traffic Fines of Last 10 Years to be Waived

! New Delhi: In a major relief for Delhi’s vehicle owners, the government is preparing to waive off nearly 24.6 million pending traffic fines under a new Amnesty Scheme. The move aims to clear long-pending non-serious violations issued over the last ten years. The proposal has been sent by the Transport Department to the cabinet for approval. Cabinet to Discuss ProposalAccording to official sources, the proposal will be discussed in the upcoming cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta. If approved, approximately 60–70% of all pending fines, amounting to around 24.6 million cases, will be waived. Which Fines Are Included?The Amnesty Scheme targets compoundable fines—those that can be settled outside of court. Serious offenses such as drunk driving, unauthorized drivin...

Former West Bengal Minister Partha Chatterjee Granted Bail in School Recruitment Scam

12Nov

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West Bengal

Former West Bengal Minister Partha Chatterjee Granted Bail in School Recruitment Scam

Kolkata: Former West Bengal Education Minister and key accused in the West Bengal School Service Commission (WBSSC) recruitment scam, Partha Chatterjee, was granted bail on Tuesday. The Enforcement Directorate (ED) had arrested him on 23 July 2022 in connection with the case. Chatterjee had been hospitalized for several months due to kidney and heart-related ailments. Released After Bail Bond SubmissionThe Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader was later implicated by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in multiple irregularities related to the recruitment of teachers for Classes 9–10 and 11–12, as well as Group-C and D non-teaching staff under the 2016 WBSSC panel. Chatterjee, who had been admitted to a private hospital in Mukundpur, South-East Kolkata for the past 203 days, was release...

Mysterious Deaths of Over 12 Cows in Narsinghpur; Police Await Post-Mortem Report

12Nov

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Madhya Pradesh

Mysterious Deaths of Over 12 Cows in Narsinghpur; Police Await Post-Mortem Report

Narsinghpur: Panic has gripped the Niranjan Ward area of Narsinghpur after more than 12 cows were found dead under suspicious circumstances. Authorities suspect food poisoning, prompting the police to register a case against unidentified individuals. The exact cause of death will be confirmed after the post-mortem report, following which further action will be taken. The incident occurred near Damru Ghati and the 132 kV electricity substation in Niranjan Ward. Local resident Mamta Bai filed a complaint at Gadarwara Police Station. Acting on the complaint, the police have registered a case under Section 325 of the BNS against unknown persons. Post-Mortem Report to Determine Cause of DeathThe Animal Husbandry Department has been instructed to conduct post-mortems on all the deceased co...

MP Temple Shock: Obscene Acts, Dangerous Fireworks During ‘Reel’ Shooting, FIR Registered Against Youths

12Nov

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Madhya Pradesh

MP Temple Shock: Obscene Acts, Dangerous Fireworks During ‘Reel’ Shooting, FIR Registered Against Youths

Satna, Madhya Pradesh: In a disturbing incident at the historic Gaivinath Temple in Birsinghpur, Satna district, a group of youths crossed all limits while shooting a social media ‘reel’. The viral video shows the young men performing obscene gestures and igniting dangerous fireworks inside the sacred temple premises, sparking outrage among devotees. Acting promptly, the police have registered a case against three identified youths and launched an investigation. Obscenity in the Temple Late at NightAccording to reports, the video was likely recorded late at night during Diwali or Devutthani Ekadashi. The clip depicts local youths setting off loud firecrackers within the temple complex, a revered religious site for Hindus. Shockingly, in a bid to gain social media popularity, the individ...

Lucknow Prepares for Winter: 25 Permanent and 40 Temporary Shelters to Open, DM Emphasizes Animal Safety

12Nov

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Uttar Pradesh

Lucknow Prepares for Winter: 25 Permanent and 40 Temporary Shelters to Open, DM Emphasizes Animal Safety

Lucknow: With temperatures expected to drop in the coming days, District Magistrate Visakh Iyer reviewed winter preparedness measures for the city, focusing on night shelters, hospitals, and gaushalas (cow shelters). He emphasized that no citizen, especially the poor or needy, should have to spend nights in the cold, and directed officials to ensure all shelters are fully operational with essential facilities such as beds, blankets, clean water, toilets, and adequate lighting. During a key meeting held at the Collectorate Auditorium on Tuesday, DM Iyer instructed that all permanent and temporary shelters be repaired and readied for public use. Separate arrangements for men and women were also ordered. According to P.O. Duda, currently eight shelters are operational under the Duda initia...