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Raja Raghuvanshi Murder Case Takes New Turn: Key Witnesses Testify via Video Conferencing

13Dec

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Madhya Pradesh, State

Raja Raghuvanshi Murder Case Takes New Turn: Key Witnesses Testify via Video Conferencing

Indore/Shillong: The high-profile Raja Raghuvanshi murder case has taken a new turn in the Shillong Court, with two key witnesses providing crucial statements via video conferencing. The witnesses, Disha Bairagi and Priyanshi Jain, appeared at the e-Service center of Indore District Court, connecting remotely with the Shillong Court. Disha Bairagi’s Statement Highlights Personal Aspects The proceedings began with Disha Bairagi, who shed light on Sonam Raghuvanshi’s personal relationships and family circumstances, revealing several significant details. However, due to time constraints, her cross-examination remained incomplete, with the court indicating she may be summoned again for continuation on the next hearing date. Priyanshi Jain’s Testimony Pending The second witness, Pri...

13Dec

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Bihar, State

Notorious Criminal Arrested in Sitamarhi Following Half-Encounter; Sought in High-Profile Murders

Sitamarhi: In a significant development highlighting the Bihar police’s intensified crackdown on crime, authorities have arrested notorious criminal Shantanu Kumar following a “half-encounter” in Sitamarhi. The arrest comes under the tenure of Home Minister Samrat Chaudhary, who has prioritized restoring law and order across the state. The suspect, Shantanu Kumar, a resident of Bhorha village in Belsond police station area, had been evading law enforcement for over 18 months. He was wanted in connection with the murder of a temple priest and the killing of Jan Suraj leader Ravi Singh, among other serious criminal cases. Half-Encounter at Chandauli Bus Stand Acting on a tip-off, the Special Task Force (STF) and Sitamarhi district police traced Shantanu to Chandauli Bus Stand late F...

If Pankaj Chaudhary Becomes UP BJP President, He Will Be the Fourth from Kurmi Community: A Look at 45 Years of Party Leadership

13Dec

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Politics, State, Uttar Pradesh

If Pankaj Chaudhary Becomes UP BJP President, He Will Be the Fourth from Kurmi Community: A Look at 45 Years of Party Leadership

Lucknow: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is set to appoint a new president for its Uttar Pradesh unit on Sunday, with the formal announcement scheduled for 14 December. Party sources say the nomination process is currently underway in Lucknow and is expected to conclude by the afternoon. After scrutiny and possible withdrawal of nominations, it will be decided whether a formal election is required or if the president will be chosen unanimously. Among the leading contenders, Union Minister of State for Finance Pankaj Chaudhary, who belongs to the Kurmi community, has emerged as the frontrunner. If appointed, Chaudhary will become the fourth BJP state president from the Kurmi caste, a move widely seen as a strategic response to the Opposition’s PDA (Backward, Dalit, Minority) political n...

₹2 Crore Bribery Case: Rajasthan Government Gives Clean Chit to RPS Divya Mittal, Major Setback for ACB

13Dec

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Politics, Rajasthan, State

₹2 Crore Bribery Case: Rajasthan Government Gives Clean Chit to RPS Divya Mittal, Major Setback for ACB

Jaipur: In a major development in the ₹2 crore bribery case, the Rajasthan government has granted significant relief to Rajasthan Police Service (RPS) officer Divya Mittal, refusing to accord prosecution sanction under Section 17A of the Prevention of Corruption Act. The decision effectively brings the Anti-Corruption Bureau’s (ACB) case to a halt, amounting to a clean chit for the officer. Divya Mittal, then posted as Additional SP at the SOG Ajmer unit, was arrested by the ACB three years ago on charges of demanding a bribe of ₹2 crore. However, the state government has now declined permission to prosecute her, citing procedural lapses. Government Clearance Before TrialSources said that under the Prevention of Corruption Act, prior approval from the competent authority is mandatory...

Father Turns Killer: BJP Leader Murdered Over Illicit Relationship, ₹5 Lakh Contract Killing Exposed in Mandsaur

13Dec

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Madhya Pradesh, Politics, State

Father Turns Killer: BJP Leader Murdered Over Illicit Relationship, ₹5 Lakh Contract Killing Exposed in Mandsaur

Mandsaur: In a shocking revelation, police have solved the murder case of BJP leader Shyamlal Dhakad in Madhya Pradesh’s Mandsaur district, uncovering that the prime conspirator behind the crime was none other than his own father. The murder, carried out on 18 July in the Nahargarh area, was allegedly orchestrated over fears related to property transfer stemming from the victim’s illicit relationship. According to police, Shyamlal’s father Daulatraram suspected that his son was planning to transfer his land and property in the name of a woman from the village with whom he was in a relationship. Driven by this fear, Daulatraram allegedly hired contract killers and paid ₹5 lakh to have his own son eliminated. Brutal Murder While AsleepThe crime came to light when Kanwarlal (55), a resi...

Ahead of Civic Polls, BJP Expels 16 Rebel Leaders in Maharashtra’s Washim

13Dec

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Maharashtra, Politics, State

Ahead of Civic Polls, BJP Expels 16 Rebel Leaders in Maharashtra’s Washim

Washim: In a major organizational crackdown ahead of the Maharashtra civic body elections, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has expelled 16 rebel leaders and office-bearers in Washim district for contesting against the party’s officially authorised candidates. The civic elections are scheduled to be held on 20 December. The expelled leaders have been suspended from the party for six years, a move seen as a strong message to enforce discipline within the organisation before the crucial municipal polls. Action Taken for IndisciplineThe strict action was initiated by BJP District President Purushottam Chitalange, who said that filing nominations against party-authorised candidates amounts to serious indiscipline and anti-party activity. “Such actions undermine party unity and organis...

Who Was to Buy ₹37 Lakh Worth of Ganja in Meerut? Smugglers Hide Drugs Inside Inverters, Shock Police

13Dec

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Who Was to Buy ₹37 Lakh Worth of Ganja in Meerut? Smugglers Hide Drugs Inside Inverters, Shock Police

Meerut: In a major breakthrough against drug trafficking, a joint team of the police and the Narcotics Department busted a large ganja smuggling racket in the Daurala area of Meerut. The operation was carried out at the Sivaya Toll Plaza, where four smugglers were arrested with ganja worth approximately ₹37 lakh, ingeniously concealed inside electronic inverters. The accused had cut open the bodies of 12 inverters and stuffed them with ganja in place of batteries and wiring, making the consignment appear like ordinary electronic equipment during visual inspection and scanning. Smugglers Nabbed at Toll PlazaAccording to officials, acting on specific intelligence that a large consignment of ganja was being transported from Odisha to Meerut, police set up an early-morning checking opera...

Recovery Notice Under ‘Chief Minister Women Employment Scheme’ Sparks Panic Among Men in Bihar

13Dec

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Bihar, Politics, State

Recovery Notice Under ‘Chief Minister Women Employment Scheme’ Sparks Panic Among Men in Bihar

Patna: A recovery notice issued by JEEViKA under Bihar’s much-publicised Chief Minister Women Employment Scheme has triggered panic among several male recipients after they were asked to return ₹10,000 credited to their bank accounts due to an alleged technical error. The scheme, widely credited as a major factor behind the NDA’s sweeping victory in the Bihar Assembly elections, has attracted national attention as well as criticism, with opposition parties accusing the government of using financial incentives to influence voters ahead of the polls. ₹10,000 Recovery Notice IssuedAccording to an official letter issued by the Block Project Manager, JEEViKA, BPIU Jale (Darbhanga), the scheme’s benefits are strictly meant for women members of JEEViKA self-help groups. However, due to a te...

Realise Your Dream Home in Lucknow: LDA to Develop Group Housing in Gomti Nagar Extension; Registration Opens Soon

13Dec

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Realise Your Dream Home in Lucknow: LDA to Develop Group Housing in Gomti Nagar Extension; Registration Opens Soon

Lucknow: The Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) is set to offer prime residential and commercial land parcels through e-auction, providing a major opportunity for homebuyers and developers to invest in some of the city’s most sought-after locations. The authority will develop group housing projects in Gomti Nagar Extension, along with commercial complexes and a hospital site near 1090 Chauraha. The e-auction portal will open for registrations on 15 December, and interested bidders can apply through the official LDA website. The proposed developments promise excellent road connectivity and extensive green spaces, making them attractive for both residential and commercial use. Group Housing in Gomti Nagar ExtensionLDA Vice-Chairman Prathamesh Kumar said that in Sector-7 of Gomti Nagar...

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma: “Even If I Offer ₹1 Lakh, No Muslim Will Vote for Me”

13Dec

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Assam, Politics, State

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma: “Even If I Offer ₹1 Lakh, No Muslim Will Vote for Me”

Guwahati: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has sparked controversy with his remarks on the voting patterns of the Muslim community in the state. Speaking on a television program, Sarma claimed that regardless of government incentives or financial schemes, Muslim voters in Assam will not support him. Referring to Bihar’s recent women-focused welfare scheme, where ₹10,000 was provided to 21 lakh women voters, Sarma said, “Even if I offer ₹1 lakh, not a single Muslim voter will choose me.” When asked to clarify, he specified that he was referring to the “Miya Muslim” community. He added that while some members of this community have praised his work—even offering to donate kidneys in support—they would never vote for him. Voters Choose Ideology Over BenefitsThe Chief Minister em...