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MNS Leader Threatens Maharashtra Bank Official Over Not Speaking Marathi, Says Will Teach “MNS Style”

6Feb

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Maharashtra, State

MNS Leader Threatens Maharashtra Bank Official Over Not Speaking Marathi, Says Will Teach “MNS Style”

Mumbai: The Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS), led by Raj Thackeray, has once again sparked controversy in Mumbai over its aggressive enforcement of Marathi language use. An MNS leader reportedly threatened a bank official for not speaking Marathi, warning him that he would be taught a lesson “MNS style.” A video of the incident has now gone viral on social media. The incident took place at the Bank of Maharashtra branch in Mahim, Mumbai. The video shows MNS secretary Anish Khandagle confronting and intimidating a bank employee after he refused to communicate in Marathi. Khandagle is seen asking the officer, “Don’t you know Marathi?” When the officer replied negatively, Khandagle continued, “Why not? You work in the Bank of Maharashtra in Mumbai, and you don’t know Marathi? If you want t...

Mumbai Local Update: Goregaon–CSMT Train Services Suspended for Three Months – Here’s Why

6Feb

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Maharashtra, State

Mumbai Local Update: Goregaon–CSMT Train Services Suspended for Three Months – Here’s Why

Mumbai: Commuters in Mumbai will face significant disruption over the next three months as the Goregaon to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) local train service will be completely suspended. The Western Railway administration has confirmed that the service halt is necessary to facilitate ongoing infrastructure upgrades on the Harbour line. Western Railway RedevelopmentOver the past few months, Western Railway has been undergoing extensive redevelopment work. From December to January, construction on the fifth and sixth tracks between Kandivli and Borivali led to the cancellation of numerous local trains, affecting 200–250 services daily. Once that work was completed, normal local services resumed. Why the Goregaon–CSMT Halt?The fifth and sixth track construction between Mum...

From Harappan Civilization to the British Era: The Historical Journey of Buxar That Shaped Bihar

6Feb

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Bihar, State

From Harappan Civilization to the British Era: The Historical Journey of Buxar That Shaped Bihar

Buxar: Buxar, a city in Bihar, has been a center of power and culture from the Ramayana era to the British period, leaving a significant mark on the region’s history. Its story spans from the Harappan civilization to the Mughal and colonial periods, with the modern city of Buxar evolving from the ancient settlement known as Vyaghrasar. Ancient Origins and LegendsHistorically, Buxar has been known by many names, including Siddhashram, Vedgarbha Puri, Karush, Tapovan, Chaitrath, and Vyaghrasar. The modern name “Buxar” is believed to have originated from Vyaghrasar. Ancient texts and local legends link Buxar to battles involving gods, demons, and later foreign invaders. According to Puranic lore, the site was a battlefield for celestial wars, while in medieval history it became known for c...

Muzaffarnagar Tragedy: Couple Dies Three Days Before Wedding, Police Probe Love Story or Possible Honor Killing

6Feb

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Muzaffarnagar Tragedy: Couple Dies Three Days Before Wedding, Police Probe Love Story or Possible Honor Killing

Muzaffarnagar: A tragic incident in Bhallwa village, Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh, has left the local community shaken. Just three days before her wedding, 27-year-old Pragati and her boyfriend Rohit (31) were found dead under mysterious circumstances. The incident has created tension in the village, and the police have launched a detailed investigation. The BackgroundPragati and Rohit, who lived in houses facing each other, had been in a relationship for nearly four years. Pragati worked at a private company in Gurugram, while Rohit was employed as a conductor with UP Roadways. Recently, Pragati’s marriage had been arranged in Sardhana, Meerut, with the wedding scheduled for February 8, and she had returned to her village two days earlier for the preparations. Events Leading Up to t...

Rajasthan Schools to Have an “Expiry Date” Under New Revamp Plan; Massive Investment to Ensure Student Safety

6Feb

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Rajasthan, State

Rajasthan Schools to Have an “Expiry Date” Under New Revamp Plan; Massive Investment to Ensure Student Safety

Jaipur: The face of government schools in Rajasthan is set to change dramatically. Education Minister Madan Dilawar has announced a unique initiative to rebuild dilapidated school buildings across the state. In a first-of-its-kind move in India, new school buildings will now display not only their construction date but also an “expiry date”, indicating when the structure must be demolished to prevent accidents and ensure student safety. Safety Through a “Deadline”Minister Dilawar explained that many old school buildings continue to be used long after they become structurally unsafe, putting students at risk. By clearly marking an expiry date on walls, administrators will know exactly when a building should be decommissioned and rebuilt. “Our government is highly committed to the safety ...

Mobile Gaming Addiction and Rising Anxiety: Bhopal Schools Flout CBSE Rules Despite Ghaziabad Tragedy

6Feb

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Madhya Pradesh, State

Mobile Gaming Addiction and Rising Anxiety: Bhopal Schools Flout CBSE Rules Despite Ghaziabad Tragedy

Bhopal: Several leading schools in Bhopal are reportedly violating CBSE regulations by operating without full-time counselors, raising concerns about students’ mental health. The Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) has written to the School Education Department demanding strict audits and penalties, citing the growing anxiety among students due to excessive screen time and online gaming. Ignoring Established CBSE GuidelinesDespite CBSE rules since 2017 mandating at least one full-time counselor in every school, many Bhopal schools are not complying. Counselors play a critical role in addressing students’ stress, cyber addiction, and interpersonal conflicts. However, budget constraints or outsourcing practices have led several schools to ignore this essential requirement. The Growing Thr...

Udaipur Father Declares Daughter “Socially Dead” After She Elopes with Lover, Holds Funeral Ceremony

6Feb

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Rajasthan, State

Udaipur Father Declares Daughter “Socially Dead” After She Elopes with Lover, Holds Funeral Ceremony

Udaipur: In a shocking incident from Chauhanwas village near Pratapnagar police station in Udaipur, Rajasthan, a father has declared his daughter “socially dead” after she eloped with her lover just two months after her marriage. The father not only published a mourning notice but also held a funeral feast (Mrityubhoj) for his living daughter, following Hindu death rituals. Furthermore, he announced that she would be disinherited and all familial ties with her were permanently severed. Elopement After Traditional MarriageThe young woman had been married just two months ago in a traditional ceremony to a man from the same community. Initially, everything seemed normal, but she soon left her husband and in-laws to run away with her lover, cutting off all contact with both her marital and ...

CCTV Captures Deadly Shooting of AAP Leader Lucky Oberoi Outside Gurudwara in Jalandhar

6Feb

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PUNJAB AND HARYANA, State

CCTV Captures Deadly Shooting of AAP Leader Lucky Oberoi Outside Gurudwara in Jalandhar

Jalandhar: A chilling CCTV footage has emerged showing the deadly shooting of Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Lucky Oberoi outside a Gurudwara in the upscale Model Town area of Jalandhar on Friday morning. The attack took place around 7:35 a.m. on a road frequented by vehicles and devotees heading to the Gurudwara. What the CCTV Footage ShowsThe video reveals that as Oberoi exited the Gurudwara and moved toward his Mahindra Thar, a man wearing a black hoodie calmly approached the SUV. The assailant opened fire at close range while Oberoi was still inside the vehicle. The footage suggests that the shooter waited for Oberoi to get into the car to prevent any chance of escape. Attack Over in Just 10 SecondsAfter firing several bullets, the attacker ran toward a scooter arriving from a near...

Minor Hindu Girl Found with Two Muslim Youths in Mathura Guesthouse; Fake ID Used to Claim Marriage

6Feb

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Minor Hindu Girl Found with Two Muslim Youths in Mathura Guesthouse; Fake ID Used to Claim Marriage

Mathura: A disturbing case has emerged in Mathura, Uttar Pradesh, where a minor Hindu girl from Nagpur was found at a guesthouse with two Muslim youths. Members of the Akhil Bharat Hindu Mahasabha reportedly raided the guesthouse and handed over the girl to the police. The organization has termed the incident as a case of “love jihad.” Fake ID Used to Claim MarriageUpon checking the identification documents, it was revealed that the two youths had prepared a fake Aadhaar card for the underage girl, claiming she was an adult and presenting her as their wife to book the guesthouse room. Nagpur Police Searching for the GirlThe girl had been missing from Nagpur, Maharashtra, prompting the local police to launch a search. According to reports, the accused had lured the girl from Nagpur to...

Bihar Budget Session: Action to Be Taken Against Officials Giving Wrong Information, Health Minister Orders Probe

6Feb

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Bihar, State

Bihar Budget Session: Action to Be Taken Against Officials Giving Wrong Information, Health Minister Orders Probe

Patna: On the fourth day of the Bihar Assembly budget session, Minister in Charge of Health, Pramod Chandravamshi, came under scrutiny during the Question Hour after a departmental official provided incorrect information regarding a Primary Health Centre (PHC). The Minister assured the Assembly that a thorough investigation would be conducted and that officials responsible for providing wrong information would face action. MLA Challenges Minister’s ResponseDuring Question Hour, AIMIM MLA Murshid Alam highlighted the poor condition of the PHC in Palashi. In response, Minister Pramod Chandravamshi claimed that the PHC was being upgraded to a 30-bed facility to provide better healthcare services. However, MLA Alam, dissatisfied with the response, said the official had deliberately misle...