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Ghaziabad Police Bust Fake Liv-52 Syndicate, 5 Arrested Including Paramedical Student
State, Uttar Pradesh

Ghaziabad Police Bust Fake Liv-52 Syndicate, 5 Arrested Including Paramedical Student

Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh: Ghaziabad police have uncovered a major counterfeit medicine racket manufacturing fake liver tablets, including copies of the well-known Himalayan Liv-52. Five accused, including the gang leader and a paramedical student, have been arrested. Operation and Seizure The investigation revealed that the gang operated from a lab in Sonipat, producing counterfeit Liv-52 tablets and supplying them across several districts, including Aligarh, Mathura, Bijnor, Agra, Meerut, and Shamli. Police seized: 50,000 fake tablets 1,200 white empty boxes and caps 500 printed wrappers One car Fraud Using Himalayan Company Name The gang used the name of the Himalayan Wellness Company to sell the fake tablets illegally. The company filed a complaint in January a...
Pilot Hypnotized? Amol Mitkari Calls Ajit Pawar Plane Crash a Conspiracy, Political Heat Rises in Maharashtra
Maharashtra, State

Pilot Hypnotized? Amol Mitkari Calls Ajit Pawar Plane Crash a Conspiracy, Political Heat Rises in Maharashtra

Mumbai: Political tensions have escalated in Maharashtra over the crash of the chartered aircraft carrying the late Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar. Eleven days after the tragedy, the exact cause of the crash remains unclear. Meanwhile, NCP MLC Amol Mitkari has intensified the debate, calling the incident a possible conspiracy. Mitkari Questions Pilot Conduct Mitkari raised serious questions, asking: “Was the pilot hypnotized or bribed to carry out this act?” He claimed that the pilot did not make a “Mayday” call nor maintain contact with Pune Airport after takeoff. He emphasized the need for a thorough investigation. Amid these developments, Ajit Pawar’s ashes were immersed in Prayagraj. Why Was the Pilot Changed Twice? On the morning of 28 February, Ajit Pawar’s Learjet-45 c...
Rajasthan Ends Automatic Promotion for Classes 5 and 8; Students Must Score Minimum Marks to Pass
Rajasthan, State

Rajasthan Ends Automatic Promotion for Classes 5 and 8; Students Must Score Minimum Marks to Pass

Jaipur: The Rajasthan government, led by Bhajanlal, has announced a major reform in the state’s school education system to address dropout rates and improve learning outcomes. Starting from the 2026-27 academic session, automatic promotion in Class 5 and Class 8 will be discontinued. Students failing to achieve minimum required marks in these classes will no longer be promoted automatically. Key Highlights Automatic promotion for Class 5 and 8 abolished. Students must score minimum marks to pass. Remedial teaching will be provided to help students clear exams. New rules effective from the 2026-27 academic year. Focus on Learning Outcomes and Dropout Prevention The Education Department observed that automatic promotion had led to a decline in student seriousness. Unde...
Krait Snake Hides in School Bag, Bites 17-Year-Old Student in Tamil Nadu; Class in Panic
State, Tamil Nadu

Krait Snake Hides in School Bag, Bites 17-Year-Old Student in Tamil Nadu; Class in Panic

Thiruvarur, Tamil Nadu: In a shocking incident, a 17-year-old student died after being bitten by a venomous krait snake that had hidden inside his school bag. The boy, a Class 11 student, was unaware that he had carried the deadly snake to school. Snake Bite in Classroom The student, identified as M. Shivaprakasham from Kethanur, was attending his school at Haridwar Mangal Government Higher Secondary School on 4 February. During class, when the teacher asked the students to take out their books, Shivaprakasham reached into his bag — only to be bitten by the krait hiding inside. His screams created chaos in the classroom as the snake slithered around, and other students and teachers panicked. Despite efforts to control the situation, the snake escaped before it could be captured. ...
Bihar Assembly Budget Session Live: Deputy CM Samrat Chaudhary Cornered by His Own MLA Over Police Infrastructure
Bihar, Politics, State

Bihar Assembly Budget Session Live: Deputy CM Samrat Chaudhary Cornered by His Own MLA Over Police Infrastructure

Patna: The Bihar Legislative Assembly’s 2026 budget session saw a dramatic twist on 9 February, as members of the ruling party found themselves questioning their own government. Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary faced tough questions from his own party’s MLA, highlighting issues with police station infrastructure. Ruling Party MLA Questions Own Government The session began with routine question-and-answer proceedings, but the atmosphere quickly turned intense. BJP MLA Jivesh Mishra raised questions about incomplete police station facilities, particularly the visitor rooms at Jale and Singhwara police stations, criticizing the delay and calling it “shameful.” Adding to the pressure, JD(U) MLA Manjeet Kumar Singh of Barouli also raised similar concerns, amplifying the spotlight...
‘I’m a Thakur, I’ll Teach You a Lesson’: Woman Bank Employee Clashes with Customer in Kanpur
State, Uttar Pradesh

‘I’m a Thakur, I’ll Teach You a Lesson’: Woman Bank Employee Clashes with Customer in Kanpur

Kanpur: A video of a heated confrontation between a bank employee and a customer at a private bank in Kanpur is going viral on social media, sparking widespread discussion. The video shows Astha Singh, a female employee, engaging in an argument with a woman customer. In a moment of anger, Singh is seen saying, “I’m a Thakur. I’ll teach you a lesson.” Incident at Panki Branch Astha Singh is employed at a private bank branch in the Panki police station area. Reports suggest that the confrontation began over a disagreement between Singh and the female customer. The discussion quickly escalated, and Singh lost her temper. Threat with a Laptop The viral video clearly shows Singh in an aggressive stance. At one point, she lifts a laptop, threatening to strike the customer. Other b...
Ganga River Cruise to Resume in Patna from March; ₹50 Lakh Spent on Renovation — Route and Fare Details
Bihar, State

Ganga River Cruise to Resume in Patna from March; ₹50 Lakh Spent on Renovation — Route and Fare Details

Patna: Tourists in Bihar have a reason to rejoice. The Ganga River cruise in Patna is set to sail again from the first week of March. The cruise, with a capacity to accommodate 300 passengers at a time, promises a unique river travel experience. Here’s what you need to know about the cruise’s route and fares. The Ro-Pax vessel cruise, MV Swami Parmahans, which will operate under the Bihar State Tourism Development Corporation (BSTDC), is resuming its services after undergoing extensive repairs and technical inspections at a dry dock center in Kolkata over the past five months. ₹50 Lakh Spent on Repairs Around ₹50 lakh have been spent to ensure the technical safety and reliability of the cruise. According to regulations, every five years, vessels undergo mandatory dry-docking for a...
Italian Groom Marries Rajasthani Bride in a Grand Traditional Wedding in Mandawa, Guests from 13 Countries Attend
Rajasthan, State

Italian Groom Marries Rajasthani Bride in a Grand Traditional Wedding in Mandawa, Guests from 13 Countries Attend

Jhunjhunu (Rajasthan):The historic and tourist-famous town of Mandawa in Rajasthan recently witnessed a unique and culturally rich wedding ceremony that beautifully blended international love with Indian traditions. In a grand celebration held at a private hotel, an Italian groom tied the knot with an Indian bride from Mumbai, following complete Hindu Vedic rituals. The wedding of Marco (Italy) and Jui Ambani (Mumbai) became the center of attraction, as it showcased the timeless charm of Indian culture in front of global guests. Wedding Performed with Full Vedic Rituals The marriage ceremony was conducted strictly according to Sanatan Hindu traditions. The bride and groom took the seven sacred vows (Saat Phere) amid Vedic chants and performed all rituals in a traditional manner. ...
Chhattisgarh High Court Delivers Key Ruling on Muslim Wills: Property Beyond One-Third Cannot Be Given Without Heirs’ Consent
Chhattisgarh, State

Chhattisgarh High Court Delivers Key Ruling on Muslim Wills: Property Beyond One-Third Cannot Be Given Without Heirs’ Consent

Raipur:In a significant judgment reinforcing the principles of Muslim personal law, the Chhattisgarh High Court has ruled that a Muslim individual cannot transfer more than one-third of their property through a will, unless the remaining legal heirs give clear consent after the death of the testator. The ruling came in a long-running dispute from Korba district, where a 64-year-old widow fought a decade-long legal battle to reclaim her rightful share in her late husband’s property. Widow Challenges Alleged Fake Will The petitioner, Zaibun Nisha (64), approached the High Court after two lower courts denied her claim over the property of her late husband Abdul Sattar Lodhia, who passed away in 2004. After Abdul Sattar’s death, his nephew Mohammad Sikandar produced a will claiming...
Two EVMs Found in Car at Solapur Eatery Sparks Political Row, Maharashtra State Election Commission Breaks Silence
Maharashtra, State

Two EVMs Found in Car at Solapur Eatery Sparks Political Row, Maharashtra State Election Commission Breaks Silence

Pune/Solapur:A major controversy erupted in Maharashtra after two Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) were reportedly found inside a car parked near a roadside eatery (dhaba) in Mohol town of Solapur district, shortly after voting for local body elections. The incident triggered allegations of possible tampering and raised serious concerns about transparency in the electoral process. Following the uproar, the Maharashtra State Election Commission (SEC) issued an official clarification, stating that the machines recovered from the vehicle were reserve EVMs and were not used for voting. Incident Occurred After District Council Voting It is important to note that voting was conducted on Saturday for elections to 12 Zilla Parishads (District Councils) and 125 Panchayat Samitis across Ma...