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UP RERA Approves 16 New Real Estate Projects Across Nine Districts; ₹3,200 Crore Investment to Create 3,845 Units
State, Uttar Pradesh

UP RERA Approves 16 New Real Estate Projects Across Nine Districts; ₹3,200 Crore Investment to Create 3,845 Units

The Uttar Pradesh Real Estate Regulatory Authority (UP RERA) has approved 16 new real estate projects across nine districts of the state, paving the way for an estimated investment of ₹3,200.16 crore and the development of 3,845 residential, commercial and mixed-use units. The move is expected to strengthen transparency, boost investor confidence and promote balanced urban growth in Uttar Pradesh. The approvals were granted during the 190th Authority meeting, chaired by UP RERA Chairman Sanjay Bhusareddy. Officials said Lucknow accounted for the highest number of approved projects, underlining the city’s growing importance as a real estate and investment hub. Lucknow Leads with Six Projects Lucknow received approval for six projects, involving a proposed investment of ₹2,154.69 cr...
‘Bulldozer Politics Used to Intimidate the Poor and Minorities’: CPI(ML) General Secretary Targets PM Modi
Politics, State, Uttarakhand

‘Bulldozer Politics Used to Intimidate the Poor and Minorities’: CPI(ML) General Secretary Targets PM Modi

Communist Party of India (Marxist-Leninist) General Secretary Dipankar Bhattacharya on Monday launched a sharp attack on the Narendra Modi-led central government, accusing it of using “bulldozer politics” to intimidate the poor, Dalits and minorities in Uttarakhand. He called for the formation of a strong and mature political alliance to challenge what he described as the “authoritarian and fascist rule” of the BJP. Addressing a two-day meeting of the CPI(ML) Uttarakhand State Committee in Bindukhatta, Nainital district, Bhattacharya said the country was witnessing an alarming rise in bulldozer actions being carried out under the pretext of demographic change and religious polarisation. “By instilling fear of demographic change, bulldozers are being used to demolish the homes of the ...
Madhya Pradesh Tops List of Encroachments on Defence Land, Centre Informs Lok Sabha
Madhya Pradesh, State

Madhya Pradesh Tops List of Encroachments on Defence Land, Centre Informs Lok Sabha

Madhya Pradesh has emerged as the state with the highest encroachment on Defence Ministry land in the country, with more than 1,733 acres under illegal occupation, the Union government informed the Lok Sabha on Monday. Nationwide, over 11,152 acres of defence land meant for the armed forces is currently encroached upon. According to official data presented in Parliament, Madhya Pradesh alone accounts for nearly 16 percent of the total encroached defence land in India, placing it at the top of the list. Uttar Pradesh follows closely in second place, with 1,639.33 acres of defence land under illegal occupation. Land Meant for Armed Forces The Defence Ministry clarified that the encroached land is designated for operational and administrative use by the Indian Army, Air Force, and ot...
Biryani Dispute Turns Violent in Narmadapuram: BJP Leader’s Cousin Injured, Shopkeeper Detained
Madhya Pradesh, State

Biryani Dispute Turns Violent in Narmadapuram: BJP Leader’s Cousin Injured, Shopkeeper Detained

Biryani Dispute Turns Violent in Narmadapuram: BJP Leader’s Cousin Injured, Shopkeeper Detained What began as a late-night craving for chicken biryani turned into a violent altercation at a food stall in Narmadapuram, leaving a customer injured and the shopkeeper in police custody. The dispute reportedly erupted over an extra chicken leg piece at a biryani centre near the old bus stand on Sunday night. The injured customer has been identified as Akhilesh Shivhare, a resident of Balaganj, who is also the cousin of a local BJP leader. According to police sources, Shivhare had visited the biryani stall late at night and requested an additional chicken leg piece with his order. The shopkeeper, Hasim Ali, demanded an extra ₹10 for the same, to which Shivhare agreed and paid with a ₹500 no...
From Sara Singh to Gajendra Bhati: High-Profile Criminal Cases Under Trial in Ghaziabad Courts
State, Uttar Pradesh

From Sara Singh to Gajendra Bhati: High-Profile Criminal Cases Under Trial in Ghaziabad Courts

Several high-profile criminal cases currently being heard in Ghaziabad’s local courts and the Special CBI Court have drawn statewide attention across Uttar Pradesh. On Monday, hearings were held in four major cases, though proceedings could be completed in only one. In three cases, the courts adjourned the hearings to later dates, while in one crucial matter, the date for the verdict has been fixed. Among these, the most significant development came in the mysterious death case of Sara Singh, wife of former MLA Aman Mani Tripathi, where fresh forensic evidence has dramatically altered the course of the trial. Sara Singh Death Case: Forensic Report Changes Direction A major revelation emerged in the Sara Singh case during proceedings at the CBI Court. Dr. Sudhir Kumar, Head of the ...
West Bengal Sports Minister Arup Biswas Submits Resignation After Chaos at Lionel Messi Event
State, West Bengal

West Bengal Sports Minister Arup Biswas Submits Resignation After Chaos at Lionel Messi Event

West Bengal Sports Minister Arup Biswas has submitted his resignation to Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, taking moral responsibility for the chaos that erupted during an event featuring football icon Lionel Messi at Kolkata’s iconic Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan (Salt Lake Stadium) on December 13. The incident, marked by serious mismanagement and disorder, drew sharp criticism from across the country and abroad, bringing unwelcome attention and embarrassment to Kolkata. According to sources, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee had asked the Sports Minister to either accept responsibility for the lapses or step down from his post. Following this directive, Biswas handed over his resignation through a handwritten letter, requesting to be relieved of his responsibilities. The resignatio...
How to Add Your Name to the Voter List in Rajasthan: Complete Guide to Form 6
Politics, Rajasthan, State

How to Add Your Name to the Voter List in Rajasthan: Complete Guide to Form 6

Jaipur: Following the completion of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process in Rajasthan, the first draft of the 2026 voter list is set to be released. During the revision drive, Booth Level Officers (BLOs) visited households across the state to collect and verify voter documents. As a result, of the 5.46 crore registered voters, around 42 lakh names are expected to be removed from the draft list. Notices will be issued to individuals whose names have been omitted. For eligible voters whose names are missing, Form 6 provides a mechanism to get their names included in the electoral roll. What is Form 6?Form 6 is a four-page application issued by the Election Department that allows any eligible voter to request inclusion in the voter list. Applicants must affix their photograph an...
Over 5.8 Million Names Dropped from West Bengal Voter List Ahead of Assembly Elections; EC Releases SIR Draft List
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
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
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...