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Tej Pratap Yadav’s Name Appears on Anushka Yadav’s Medical Prescription, Sparks Controversy
Bihar, State

Tej Pratap Yadav’s Name Appears on Anushka Yadav’s Medical Prescription, Sparks Controversy

Patna: Former Bihar Health Minister and Janata Shakti Party (JJD) leader Tej Pratap Yadav has once again found himself at the center of controversy. The issue arose after the name of Tej Pratap appeared on a medical prescription for Anushka Yadav, the mother of a newborn daughter. The prescription listed him as the “husband/father” of the patient, fueling speculation and debate. Details of the Prescription According to reports, the prescription in question is from Varalika Motherhood Hospital in Kankarbagh, Patna, dated 7 October 2025. It was issued by Dr. Ritu Raj and details Anushka Yadav’s health and treatment. In the column for husband or father, Tej Pratap Yadav’s name has been recorded, which has triggered widespread attention and media discussion. Tej Pratap Denies Any Conn...
BJP MLA Alleges Cabinet Misled Over Women’s Kabaddi World Cup Proposal in Bihar
Bihar, Politics, State

BJP MLA Alleges Cabinet Misled Over Women’s Kabaddi World Cup Proposal in Bihar

Patna: A political storm erupted in the Bihar Legislative Assembly over the proposed Women’s Kabaddi World Cup, with a BJP MLA raising serious questions about the functioning of the state’s Sports Department. During Question Hour, BJP legislator Mithilesh Tiwari accused officials of misleading the cabinet and approving a proposal even while the matter was pending in the Supreme Court, leading to the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that was later canceled. Allegations Against Officials MLA Tiwari highlighted that the case reached the Supreme Court on 21 January 2025, and on 4 February, the court issued strict orders, including directives for a CBI inquiry. Despite this, he asked how the Sports Department secured cabinet approval under Agenda Item 47 and executed the MOU...
Supriya Sule’s Daughter Revati to Marry Industrialist’s Son Sarang Lakhani
Maharashtra, State

Supriya Sule’s Daughter Revati to Marry Industrialist’s Son Sarang Lakhani

Nagpur: The wedding bells are set to ring in the Pawar family as Revati Sule, daughter of NCP Executive President and Baramati MP Supriya Sule, is engaged to Sarang Arun Lakhani, son of Vishwaraj Group Chairman and Managing Director Arun Lakhani. The alliance between the Sule and Lakhani families is said to have been facilitated and guided by Union Minister Nitin Gadkari and Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis. MLA Vijay Sule, brother of Revati, shared a congratulatory message on social media along with a photograph of the couple, wishing them happiness and success. Congress leader Sushil Kumar Shinde’s daughter Smriti Shinde also shared a similar congratulatory post. Groom: Sarang Lakhani Sarang Lakhani currently serves as the Executive Director of the Vishwaraj Group, a...
Bihar Education Minister Warns Officials Over Poor School Cleanliness
Bihar, State

Bihar Education Minister Warns Officials Over Poor School Cleanliness

Patna: Bihar’s Education Minister Sunil Kumar has issued a stern warning to officials, stating that if government schools in the state are found to be unhygienic or poorly maintained, responsible officers will face strict action. The minister made this announcement while responding to a question raised by BJP MLA Baidyanath Mahato in the Bihar Legislative Assembly. Action Against Negligence Minister Sunil Kumar clarified that if any discrepancies in school cleanliness are reported or discovered, the contract of the agency responsible for sanitation will be canceled. In addition, the officer in charge who submitted inaccurate or false reports will also be held accountable. The statement came during the ongoing budget session of the Assembly, where MLA Mahato raised concerns regardi...
Rajasthan Tops in Rejection of Waqf Property Claims After Verification
Rajasthan, State

Rajasthan Tops in Rejection of Waqf Property Claims After Verification

Jaipur: The verification and digitization of Waqf properties in Rajasthan has revealed significant findings, with the state recording the highest number of rejected claims in the country. So far, 4,802 Waqf property claims have been dismissed in Rajasthan—a figure that is the largest among all Indian states since the enactment of the amended Waqf laws. Verification Process and Findings Rajasthan has emerged as a frontrunner in the verification and digitization of Waqf immovable properties. The state currently has over 31,000 registered Waqf properties, with a substantial number still under scrutiny. According to official figures, out of 872,802 Waqf immovable properties recorded nationwide, details of around 582,541 properties have been uploaded on the portal. During verification, 24...
Sanjay Raut Targets RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat Over Breakfast With Adnan Sami
Maharashtra, State

Sanjay Raut Targets RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat Over Breakfast With Adnan Sami

Mumbai: A controversy has erupted following the conclusion of a two-day event in Mumbai commemorating the 100th anniversary of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS). Social media criticism intensified after prominent guests, including singer Adnan Sami, were seen in the company of RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat. Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut, under the leadership of Uddhav Thackeray, sharply criticized Bhagwat for having breakfast with Sami. Raut alleged that the RSS chief was sitting with the son of a man who had reportedly bombed India, questioning the nationalist credentials of the Sangh chief. Allegations Over Adnan Sami’s Family Background Raut highlighted Adnan Sami’s family history, pointing out that Sami’s father, Arshad Sami Khan, was a pilot in the Pakistan Air Force and h...
Husband Brutally Attacks Wife Outside Mathura Court Amid Divorce Proceedings
State, Uttar Pradesh

Husband Brutally Attacks Wife Outside Mathura Court Amid Divorce Proceedings

Mathura: A shocking incident unfolded in the Kachahari area of Mathura on Monday when a husband allegedly attacked his wife in broad daylight, leaving her seriously injured. The incident occurred near the Civil Lines area, and police have registered a case against the accused, who remains at large. According to reports, Sunil Kumar, a resident of the Magorra area, has been involved in a divorce dispute with his wife Nidhi for the past two years. On Monday, both had come to the court for a hearing. After the proceedings, the couple sat on the footpath outside the court and began discussing the matter, which quickly escalated into an argument. Brutal Assault with Stone Eyewitnesses allege that Sunil pushed Nidhi to the ground and started beating her with fists and kicks. The situati...
Ayodhya: Only 20 Priests Handling Worship at Ram Temple Complex, No Additional Appointments Yet
State, Uttar Pradesh

Ayodhya: Only 20 Priests Handling Worship at Ram Temple Complex, No Additional Appointments Yet

Ayodhya: Preparations are underway to open around 15 temples within the Ram Temple complex in Ayodhya for public darshan in March. However, the appointment of additional trained priests for regular worship has not yet been finalized. Currently, the temple trust’s priest training program has not started, and the daily pooja and rituals are being managed by a team of just 20 priests on a rotational basis. According to sources, finishing touches and cleaning of the murals and interiors in the newly built temples within the complex are in their final stages. The temples will only be opened to devotees once this work is completed. Current Worship Arrangements At present, regular pooja is being conducted in six temples within the parikota, the Sheshavatar Temple, and the Lord Shiva temp...
Arson and Firing Resurface in Manipur’s Ukhrul, Internet Suspended, Curfew Imposed
north east, State

Arson and Firing Resurface in Manipur’s Ukhrul, Internet Suspended, Curfew Imposed

Imphal, Manipur: Violence erupted again in Ukhrul district of Manipur, with arson and firing reported in villages around Litan. Multiple homes were set on fire overnight by armed mobs, while residents fled in fear. Although security forces are trying to contain the situation, tensions remain high. The state government has suspended internet services for five days as a precautionary measure and imposed a curfew. Background of the Violence The clashes were triggered after an alleged attack on a member of the Tangkhul Naga community. On Monday, armed militants set fire to several houses, prompting mass evacuations. On Tuesday morning, additional arson incidents occurred in some of the already abandoned homes, along with sporadic firing. Police reported that the violence follows restr...
BJP National President Nitin Nabin Assigns Tasks to Workers, Outlines Vision During Patna Visit
Bihar, Politics, State

BJP National President Nitin Nabin Assigns Tasks to Workers, Outlines Vision During Patna Visit

Patna, Bihar: On his recent visit to Patna, BJP National President Nitin Nabin not only delivered an emotionally charged address but also assigned significant tasks to party workers, offering a clear glimpse of his vision for the party ahead of upcoming elections, particularly in West Bengal and Kerala. Vertical and Horizontal Development Focus During a meeting at the BJP Patna office, Nabin emphasized “vertical and horizontal development”, drawing analogies from Mahatma Gandhi’s spinning wheel to explain the party’s structured approach to growth. He outlined actionable strategies aimed at strengthening BJP’s organizational presence and electoral prospects, particularly highlighting the roadmap for establishing party governance in West Bengal and Kerala. Recalling His Political Jo...