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Celebrating 60 Years of Public Service: Sharad Pawar’s Daughter and Daughter-in-Law Share Rare Old Photograph

24Feb

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Maharashtra, Politics, State

Celebrating 60 Years of Public Service: Sharad Pawar’s Daughter and Daughter-in-Law Share Rare Old Photograph

Mumbai, February 24, 2026: At the age of 85, Sharad Pawar, founder of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), continues to remain active in public life despite recent health concerns. Pawar was admitted to Ruby Hall Clinic in Pune due to dehydration. This comes shortly after he completed 60 years in parliamentary and public service. On this milestone, Maharashtra’s Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar and Pawar’s daughter, Supriya Sule, shared a rare old photograph from his early political journey. Honouring a Six-Decade Legacy Sunetra Pawar posted the photograph on February 22, writing:"Respected Sharad Pawar Saheb completes a historic milestone of sixty years in public and parliamentary life. Starting his journey in 1967, he continues with the same energy and dedication. From the M...

CM Yogi’s Singapore Visit Spurs Massive Investments in Noida and Ghaziabad

24Feb

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State, Uttar Pradesh

CM Yogi’s Singapore Visit Spurs Massive Investments in Noida and Ghaziabad

Noida/Ghaziabad, February 24, 2026: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath’s ongoing visit to Singapore has resulted in significant investment commitments for the state, totaling ₹6,650 crore through three major MOUs. The agreements focus on infrastructure, healthcare, and digital development across Noida, Greater Noida, and Ghaziabad. ₹3,500 Crore Township Near Noida International Airport An international-themed integrated township will be developed on 100 acres near Noida International Airport at an estimated cost of ₹3,500 crore. Scheduled for launch in 2027, the project is expected to generate employment for over 12,000 people and provide a modern urban identity to the rapidly growing airport region. ₹2,500 Crore Hyperscale Data Center Park A hyperscale data center pa...

Tragic Incident in Pune Spa: Woman Dies, Manager Injured After Police Raid

24Feb

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Maharashtra, State

Tragic Incident in Pune Spa: Woman Dies, Manager Injured After Police Raid

Pune, February 24, 2026: A shocking incident unfolded in Pune's Viman Nagar area when a woman and the manager of a local spa reportedly jumped from a building window during a police raid. The woman succumbed to her injuries, while the manager sustained serious injuries. Authorities are investigating the case. According to police sources, the incident occurred at Roots Spa around 3:30 PM. Acting on a specific tip-off, a police team raided the spa, prompting panic among the staff and clients. In the ensuing chaos, the woman and the spa manager allegedly attempted to escape by jumping from a first-floor window. The woman sustained critical injuries and was rushed to a nearby hospital, where she was declared dead. The spa manager, identified as Hussain Sheikh, also suffered severe injuries ...

Rajasthan Private Bus Strike Brings Transport to a Halt; 25 Lakh Passengers Affected

24Feb

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Rajasthan, State

Rajasthan Private Bus Strike Brings Transport to a Halt; 25 Lakh Passengers Affected

Jaipur, Rajasthan: The private bus sector in Rajasthan has come to a standstill as 30,000 private buses launched an indefinite strike late Monday night, protesting alleged arbitrary actions and policies of the RTO and DTO. The strike has severely disrupted daily commuting, leaving nearly 25 lakh passengers stranded, particularly in rural areas where alternatives to private buses are limited. Failed Talks with Government A delegation of bus operators met officials at the Chief Minister’s office under the leadership of Secretary Akhil Arora. Senior operators including Praveen Agrawal and Satyanarayan participated in the talks. However, the first round of discussions ended without resolution. Following the government’s firm stance, bus operators in Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, and Maharasht...

Father and 14-Year-Old Daughter Found Dead on Kanpur-Lucknow Railway Track; White Car Parked Nearby Raises Alarm

24Feb

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Father and 14-Year-Old Daughter Found Dead on Kanpur-Lucknow Railway Track; White Car Parked Nearby Raises Alarm

Unnao, Uttar Pradesh: A shocking discovery on Monday night sent tremors through the local community when the bodies of a 45-year-old man and his 14-year-old daughter were found on the Kanpur-Lucknow railway track near Sahjani Railway Crossing in the Gangaghat police jurisdiction. The gruesome sight caused a temporary halt of the Tejas and Gomti Express trains for nearly 30 minutes. Both victims have been identified as a father and daughter residing in Sahjani, though the father’s in-laws live in Kanpur’s Kalyanpur area. Details of the Incident According to local authorities, the bodies were discovered around 9 PM by the crossing gatekeeper, who immediately alerted railway and local police teams. Both police units inspected the scene, secured the bodies, and sent them for post-mort...

IAS Sandip Sagale Appointed as New Chief Electoral Officer of Gujarat

24Feb

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Gujarat, Politics, State

IAS Sandip Sagale Appointed as New Chief Electoral Officer of Gujarat

Ahmedabad: Ahead of the upcoming municipal elections in Gujarat’s major cities, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has appointed a new Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) for the state. The post has been entrusted to Sandip Sagale, a 2007-batch IAS officer known for his clean image and efficient administrative record. Sagale takes over from IAS Harit Shukla, a 1999-batch officer who oversaw the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the voter list in Gujarat. Shukla’s tenure concluded after successfully completing this crucial exercise. Prior to his new appointment, Sagale was serving as the Director General of the Sports Authority of Gujarat. Who is Sandip Sagale? Born on 16 November 1973 in Maharashtra, Sandip Sagale hails from Akola Tehsil in Akola district. A Gujarat cadre IAS offi...

Patna University Student Union Polls: Final List for President, Vice-President Released; Voting on February 28

24Feb

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Bihar, State

Patna University Student Union Polls: Final List for President, Vice-President Released; Voting on February 28

Patna: The election bugle has sounded at Patna University, often dubbed the “mini Assembly” of Bihar politics, as the final list of candidates for the 2025–26 Student Union elections has been officially released. Following scrutiny of nomination papers and withdrawal of candidatures, the Chief Election Officer announced the names contesting for key posts, including President, Vice-President, General Secretary, and Joint Secretary. The university administration has made it clear that polling will be conducted as scheduled and that any form of violence or indiscipline will invite strict action, including cancellation of candidature. Tight Contest for Top Posts According to the official list, 11 candidates are in the fray for the post of President. Prominent names include Abhishek Ku...

Firing at Baretha Toll Plaza in Gwalior: ‘Build the Highway or Remove the Toll,’ Note Left by Helmeted Gunman

24Feb

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Madhya Pradesh, State

Firing at Baretha Toll Plaza in Gwalior: ‘Build the Highway or Remove the Toll,’ Note Left by Helmeted Gunman

Gwalior: Panic gripped commuters and toll staff on Monday evening after two motorcycle-borne युवकों opened fire at the Baretha Toll Plaza on National Highway 719 under the Maharajpura police station limits in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh. According to eyewitnesses, the accused arrived from the Bhind side on a motorcycle. One of them was wearing a helmet to conceal his identity. He approached Booth No. 7, where supervisor Rohit Kumar was on duty, and handed him a handwritten note, asking that it be delivered to the manager. Gunfire After Delivering the Note Before the staff could comprehend the situation, the helmeted युवक allegedly pulled out a pistol and began firing indiscriminately. Four to five rounds were reportedly fired within seconds, triggering chaos across the toll premises. ...

Divorce Case of Bhojpuri Star Pawan Singh and Jyoti Singh Up for Crucial Hearing Today in Patna

24Feb

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Bihar, State

Divorce Case of Bhojpuri Star Pawan Singh and Jyoti Singh Up for Crucial Hearing Today in Patna

Patna: The ongoing divorce proceedings between Bhojpuri film industry’s “Power Star” Pawan Singh and his wife Jyoti Singh will come up for a significant hearing today, February 24, at the Family Court (Civil Court) in Patna. The hearing is being closely watched, as the court is expected to make a final attempt at reconciliation by bringing both parties face-to-face. Legal observers believe today’s proceedings could prove decisive in determining whether the couple’s marriage can be salvaged or whether the case will move decisively toward separation. Previous Hearing Marked by Absence During the previous hearing on February 11, Jyoti Singh appeared in court dressed in a traditional sari with sindoor in her hair — a gesture that drew widespread attention on social media. However, ...

BJP Hits Back at Akhilesh Yadav Over ‘100 MLAs’ Offer, Says “Save Your Own Legislators First”

24Feb

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Politics, State, Uttar Pradesh

BJP Hits Back at Akhilesh Yadav Over ‘100 MLAs’ Offer, Says “Save Your Own Legislators First”

Lucknow: A fresh political war of words has erupted in Uttar Pradesh after Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav offered a provocative challenge to the ruling BJP, inviting either of the state’s Deputy Chief Ministers to bring 100 MLAs and claim the Chief Minister’s post — even if only for a week. Speaking at the party office in Lucknow, Yadav said, “We repeat our offer — bring 100 MLAs and become Chief Minister. Whoever brings 100 legislators will be made Chief Minister for one week.” The remark came while Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath is on an overseas visit to Japan and Singapore, adding political undertones to the timing of the statement. The comment quickly triggered sharp reactions from the BJP leadership. Keshav Maurya’s Counterattack Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad ...