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‘Full-Time Thieves, Part-Time Idli-Dosa Vendors’: Three Arrested for 18 Burglaries in Chhattisgarh

9Feb

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Chhattisgarh, State

‘Full-Time Thieves, Part-Time Idli-Dosa Vendors’: Three Arrested for 18 Burglaries in Chhattisgarh

Raipur/Durg, Chhattisgarh: A shocking case has come to light in Raipur, where three friends running an idli-dosa cart in Mathpuraina were discovered to be the masterminds behind multiple burglaries. The gang carried out daytime reconnaissance in rural areas of Durg and struck at night, breaking into homes and stealing valuables. Police caught the gang using CCTV footage and mobile tower tracking, and also arrested three jewelry buyers who had purchased the stolen items. Masterminds Behind 18 Burglaries The trio, led by Manish Amoria, had been targeting rural regions in Durg for several months. While selling idli and dosa in Raipur by day, they executed thefts at night in villages, stealing cash and jewelry. Manish Amoria already has 10 prior cases registered against him in Rajnandgao...

Manjusha Nagpure Becomes Pune Mayor; Parshuram Wadekar Elected Deputy Mayor

9Feb

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Maharashtra, State

Manjusha Nagpure Becomes Pune Mayor; Parshuram Wadekar Elected Deputy Mayor

Pune: Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) has finally got a new mayor after a four-year gap. BJP’s Manjusha Nagpure was elected unopposed as the Mayor, while the Deputy Mayor post went to Parshuram Wadekar from the Republican Party of India (Athawale). The BJP secured a smooth victory in the process. The mayoral election in Pune saw last-minute withdrawals from NCP and Congress candidates, leaving Nagpure as the sole contender. The withdrawals came after an appeal by BJP PMC group leader Ganesh Bidkar to ensure a peaceful election and to honor the late Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar and former Union Minister Suresh Kalamadi. Initially, three nominations had been filed for the Mayor post. In the recent PMC elections, the BJP emerged as the largest party after a four-year hi...

First Opportunity to Buy Homes in Integrated Township: 10,000 Flats Coming Up in Greater Noida

9Feb

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State, Uttar Pradesh

First Opportunity to Buy Homes in Integrated Township: 10,000 Flats Coming Up in Greater Noida

Greater Noida: Homebuyers looking for residences near workplaces have reason to celebrate as Greater Noida Limited (IITGNL) launches its first-ever group housing project in the Integrated Industrial Township under the Delhi–Mumbai Industrial Corridor (DMIC). The project will feature multi-story residential societies on four large plots, offering over 10,000 modern flats. The township follows a unique Live–Work–Play concept, integrating offices, homes, and markets in a single complex. This design will significantly reduce commuting time for thousands of employees, making the “walk-to-work” idea a reality. Industrial activity in IITGNL has been growing rapidly, with more than 26 major companies already investing in the area. To meet the rising residential demand, the authority has laun...

Rajasthan Police Announces Transfer List Following Promotions; Check Out the Updated Postings

9Feb

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Rajasthan, State

Rajasthan Police Announces Transfer List Following Promotions; Check Out the Updated Postings

Sawai Madhopur, Rajasthan: Following the recent promotion cycle, the Sawai Madhopur Police Department has witnessed a major administrative reshuffle. Superintendent of Police Anil Kumar Beniwal has issued a transfer list affecting 171 police personnel, including 81 Head Constables and 90 Assistant Sub-Inspectors (ASIs). With these transfers, several police stations and outposts will now see new personnel taking charge. The transfer orders were officially released on Saturday evening, resulting in postings of staff from the police lines and various units to different stations across the district. Authorities have described this reshuffle as a routine administrative process aimed at enhancing operational efficiency in the field. New Responsibilities Following Promotions The recent p...

Rajasthan Police Issues Transfer List Following Promotions; Check New Postings

9Feb

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Rajasthan, State

Rajasthan Police Issues Transfer List Following Promotions; Check New Postings

Sawai Madhopur, Rajasthan: Following the recent promotion cycle, Sawai Madhopur Police has witnessed a significant administrative reshuffle. Superintendent of Police (SP) Anil Kumar Beniwal has released a transfer list involving 171 personnel, including 81 Head Constables and 90 Assistant Sub-Inspectors (ASIs). The transfers bring new faces to multiple police stations and outposts across the district. The transfer orders were issued on Saturday evening, assigning personnel from the police lines and various units to new stations. Officials described this as a routine administrative measure aimed at enhancing operational efficiency in the field. New Assignments Post-Promotion Following the recent promotions, several ASIs and Head Constables have been reassigned to strengthen law enf...

UP 2027 Elections: Is SP-Congress Planning “Plan B” to Split Hindu Votes Against BJP?

9Feb

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Politics, State, Uttar Pradesh

UP 2027 Elections: Is SP-Congress Planning “Plan B” to Split Hindu Votes Against BJP?

Lucknow, Feb 9, 2026: As the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections approach, political circles are abuzz with speculation over a potential strategy by the Samajwadi Party (SP) and Congress to challenge the ruling BJP. Analysts and former leaders suggest the opposition may attempt to divide Hindu votes to weaken BJP’s electoral advantage. Alleged Opposition Strategy:Former BJP MLA Brijesh Mishra Saurabh claimed that the SP-Congress alliance lacks substantive issues to contest the elections and that their main focus is to fracture the consolidated Hindu vote bank under Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. According to Saurabh, the plan involves fielding candidates across upper-caste, backward, and Dalit communities against NDA nominees to indirectly ensure victories for SP-Congress candidates....

Bihar Government May Use MP-MLA Funds for Cemetery Fencing, Deputy CM Confirms

9Feb

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Bihar, Politics, State

Bihar Government May Use MP-MLA Funds for Cemetery Fencing, Deputy CM Confirms

Patna, Feb 9, 2026: The Bihar government is considering using MP and MLA funds for fencing and securing cemeteries across the state, Deputy Chief Minister and Home Minister Samrat Chaudhary indicated during the 2026 budget session of the Bihar Assembly. Responding to a starred question by MLA Sarwar Alam, Chaudhary said that fencing work for cemeteries could now be funded directly through legislators’ development funds. The issue was raised in the Assembly amid opposition protests, as members sought to highlight the government’s inaction over the past several years. Nine-Year Gap in Review:MLA Sarwar Alam drew attention to the fact that in Kishanganj and Kochadhaman, no meetings regarding cemetery fencing had been held in the last nine years, despite the sensitive nature of the issue...

Will KLN Rao Become Gujarat’s Regular DGP? Discussion Sparks After Supreme Court Tightens Grip in Telangana Case

9Feb

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Gujarat, State

Will KLN Rao Become Gujarat’s Regular DGP? Discussion Sparks After Supreme Court Tightens Grip in Telangana Case

Ahmedabad, Feb 9, 2026: Dr. KLN Rao may be appointed as the regular Director General of Police (DGP) in Gujarat as early as April 2026, following increased scrutiny by the Supreme Court over the appointment of acting DGPs instead of permanent ones. The Supreme Court recently expressed displeasure over the common practice of keeping DGPs in an acting capacity, granting the UPSC authority to direct states to submit proposals for regular appointments in a timely manner. If a state fails to comply, the matter can be directly brought before the Court. The apex court’s strict stance in the Telangana case has sent ripples through Gujarat’s bureaucracy. Currently, Gujarat has KLN Rao, a 1992-batch IPS officer, serving as the in-charge DGP following the retirement of Vikas Sahay. Rao, origina...

UP Budget Session: Governor Anandi Ben Scolds SP MLAs Amidst Chaos, CM Yogi Smiles and Taps Desk

9Feb

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State, Uttar Pradesh

UP Budget Session: Governor Anandi Ben Scolds SP MLAs Amidst Chaos, CM Yogi Smiles and Taps Desk

Lucknow, Feb 9, 2026: The Uttar Pradesh Legislative Assembly witnessed chaos on the opening day of the 2026-27 budget session as SP and Congress legislators disrupted Governor Anandi Patel’s address with loud slogans and protests. Reacting to the uproar, the Governor expressed her anger, stating, “This was zero in your time, zero. For five to seven years, all you have done is create chaos. And it will continue to remain zero in the future.” Her stern words drew visible reactions in the house. Assembly Speaker Satish Mahana laughed loudly, while Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and other ruling party ministers and MLAs tapped the desk in approval. The disruption began as the Governor was highlighting the achievements of the UP government, prompting SP and Congress members to raise sloga...

Violence Erupts in Manipur: Armed Militants Set Multiple Houses on Fire, Curfew Imposed in Ukhrul

9Feb

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north east, State

Violence Erupts in Manipur: Armed Militants Set Multiple Houses on Fire, Curfew Imposed in Ukhrul

Imphal, Feb 9, 2026: Violence once again flared up in Ukhrul district, Manipur, after an attack on a member of the Tangkhul Naga community triggered communal tensions. Armed militants reportedly set fire to several houses, escalating unrest in the area. Officials reported that in Litan Sarei Khong village, clashes between two tribal groups involved intense stone-pelting, further aggravating the situation. Around midnight, militants from the Kuki community allegedly torched several homes belonging to Tangkhul Nagas. Homes of some Kuki families in nearby areas were also reportedly set ablaze. The Tangkhul Nagas are the largest Naga tribe in Manipur, while Litan Sarei Khong is predominantly inhabited by the Kuki community. Authorities are currently assessing the damage, and the situatio...