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Deepak Bajrangi Arrested in Kotdwar Hate Speech Case; Speaker Ritu Khanduri Speaks Out

6Feb

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State, Uttarakhand

Deepak Bajrangi Arrested in Kotdwar Hate Speech Case; Speaker Ritu Khanduri Speaks Out

Kotdwar, Uttarakhand: Tensions in Kotdwar over a controversy involving a clothing store named “Baba” have taken a new turn with the arrest of Deepak Bajrangi on charges of delivering hate speech. The arrest comes days after the issue sparked widespread local unrest. The Arrest and Viral VideoOn Republic Day, a dispute erupted over the naming of a clothing store run by a Muslim businessman. Bajrangi, 46, a resident of Gaadi Ghat in Kotdwar, was allegedly captured on video making provocative statements. Acting on the viral video, the police registered a case and arrested him from his residence on Thursday. Kotdwar Inspector Pradeep Negi confirmed that a heavy police presence has been deployed to maintain law and order. Speaker Ritu Khanduri’s StatementUttarakhand Assembly Speaker and l...

Who is Amit Jangid? Arrested from Mathura, Key Accused in PNB Gold Loan Fraud

6Feb

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Rajasthan, State

Who is Amit Jangid? Arrested from Mathura, Key Accused in PNB Gold Loan Fraud

Jhunjhunu/Mathura: The main accused in a multi-crore gold loan scam at Punjab National Bank (PNB) has been arrested. Amit Jangid, the former branch manager of PNB’s Nawalgarh branch in Rajasthan, was taken into custody outside Mathura railway station. His involvement in the scam has raised serious concerns about the security and integrity of the banking system. The Scam Unfolded in NawalgarhThe fraud came to light on 3 February when chaos erupted at the Nawalgarh PNB branch during the handover of the gold vault from one employee to another. Investigations revealed that approximately 4.198 kilograms of gold jewelry had gone missing from the branch’s safe. Subsequently, a case was registered against Amit Jangid, the banking correspondent, and the deputy manager. Arrest Made After Inten...

Bihar Simplifies Land Registration: OTP No Longer Required, Booking Now via Mobile Number Alone

6Feb

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Bihar, State

Bihar Simplifies Land Registration: OTP No Longer Required, Booking Now via Mobile Number Alone

Patna: In a major step to simplify land transactions, the Bihar government has removed the mandatory OTP verification for land registration document bookings. The new rule is expected to streamline the registration process and save time for citizens. OTP Verification Causes DelaysPreviously, both the buyer and seller had to verify their identity through an OTP sent to their mobile numbers before a land document booking could be completed. However, frequent network issues and technical glitches often delayed OTP delivery, resulting in stalled bookings and long queues at registration offices. Citizens frequently faced problems due to late OTPs or system crashes, making the registration process cumbersome and time-consuming. Booking Now Easier with Mobile NumberUnder the new regulation,...

Bikaner Government Bows to ‘Khejri’ Protest: Hunger Strike Ends, but Demand for Statewide Tree Act Persists

6Feb

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Rajasthan, State

Bikaner Government Bows to ‘Khejri’ Protest: Hunger Strike Ends, but Demand for Statewide Tree Act Persists

Bikaner: After five days of relentless protests to save the state tree Khejri, activists in Bikaner have achieved a significant victory. The state government has imposed an immediate ban on the felling of Khejri trees in the Bikaner and Jodhpur divisions, prompting protesters to end their hunger strike. However, the movement is far from over, as demonstrators now demand a stringent, statewide “Tree Act.” Ban on Felling in Jodhpur and Bikaner DivisionsOn the fourth day of the agitation, State Minister for Industries K.K. Bishnoi visited the protest site to represent the government. He announced that the state administration has imposed an immediate and complete ban on Khejri tree cutting in Bikaner and Jodhpur divisions. The minister also assured the protesters that the Chief Minister is...

Political Storm Over ‘Ghuskhor Pandit’ Web Series: Mayawati Slams Title as Insult to Brahmin Community

6Feb

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Politics, State, Uttar Pradesh

Political Storm Over ‘Ghuskhor Pandit’ Web Series: Mayawati Slams Title as Insult to Brahmin Community

Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh: The web series ‘Ghuskhor Pandit’ has sparked a political and social controversy in Uttar Pradesh. The issue, initially focused on the provocative title of the series, has now drawn reactions from top political leaders. Following directives from Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, a case has been registered at the Hazratganj police station against the series’ director and team for allegedly hurting religious and caste sentiments. Mayawati Speaks OutBahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief and former Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Mayawati criticized the web series for disrespecting the Brahmin community. In a social media post, she said that it is deeply disturbing that, not only in Uttar Pradesh but across India, movies and shows have started portraying Brahmins as intruders or...

Bengaluru Metro Fares Hike: BMRCL Announces Fare Increase from February 9

6Feb

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Karnataka, State

Bengaluru Metro Fares Hike: BMRCL Announces Fare Increase from February 9

Bengaluru, Karnataka: Metro commuters in Bengaluru are set to pay more as the Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) announced a 5% increase in fares, effective February 9, 2026. This comes after last year’s fare revision, which had doubled ticket prices. New Fare StructureWith the hike, the minimum fare will rise from ₹10 to ₹11, while the maximum fare will increase from ₹90 to ₹95. BMRCL’s spokesperson B.L. Yashwant Chauhan explained that the fare revision follows a formula recommended by the Fare Fixation Committee (FFC), which limits annual fare hikes to 5%. The increase ensures financial stability while keeping sudden, large hikes in check. ZoneDistance (km)Current Fare (₹)New Fare (₹)F10–21011F22–42021F34–63032F46–84042F58–105053F610–156063F715–207074F820–258084F925–3...

Bhadohi Voter List Controversy: SP MLA Accuses BJP of Removing Dalit and Muslim Names via Form-7

6Feb

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Bhadohi Voter List Controversy: SP MLA Accuses BJP of Removing Dalit and Muslim Names via Form-7

Bhadohi, Uttar Pradesh: The political temperature is rising in Bhadohi over the voter list, as Samajwadi Party (SP) MLA Zahid Beg has made serious allegations against the BJP government and local administration, claiming that Dalit and Muslim voters are being deliberately removed from the electoral rolls. Allegations of ManipulationZahid Beg stated that under the pretext of the Special Summary Revision (SIR) campaign, names of opposition-supporting voters are being removed using Form-7, a move he described as a politically motivated attempt to influence elections. “Those in power, fearing defeat, are now resorting to manipulating votes,” he said. Examples from VillagesThe MLA cited specific cases in Lalipur, Surhan, Dulmadaspur, and Vedmanpur, where voters’ names had been legally add...

MP EV Alert: Only 1 Charging Station for Every 200 Electric Vehicles, Long-Distance Travel Requires Caution

6Feb

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Madhya Pradesh, State

MP EV Alert: Only 1 Charging Station for Every 200 Electric Vehicles, Long-Distance Travel Requires Caution

Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh: Madhya Pradesh is aggressively promoting electric vehicles (EVs) with 100% exemption on motor vehicle tax, but the state’s EV infrastructure remains a major challenge. Alarmingly, there is only one EV charging station for every 200 electric vehicles in the state. Infrastructure Gap and Safety ConcernsDespite government incentives under the FAME India Scheme and the PM e-Drive Scheme, and subsidies provided to oil marketing companies for setting up charging points, Madhya Pradesh still lags behind in EV infrastructure. The state has over 200,000 electric vehicles, but only 1,146 charging stations, placing it ninth among Indian states in EV charging availability. States like Karnataka, Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, Delhi, Tamil Nadu, Rajasthan, Kerala, and Gujarat ar...

Samrat Choudhary Challenges Rabri Devi on NEET Student Case: ‘Name the Minister, Action Within 24 Hours’

6Feb

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Bihar, State

Samrat Choudhary Challenges Rabri Devi on NEET Student Case: ‘Name the Minister, Action Within 24 Hours’

Patna, Bihar: Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary has openly challenged former Chief Minister Rabri Devi over her remarks in the high-profile NEET student death case. Choudhary stated that if Rabri Devi knows of any minister or minister’s son involved in the case, she should disclose the name immediately, promising that action would be taken within 24 hours. Deputy CM’s Response to AllegationsDuring the Bihar Legislative Assembly’s budget session, Rabri Devi suggested that a minister or their son might be involved in the case, accusing authorities of initially trying to suppress it before recommending a CBI investigation once it gained public attention. Responding to this, Choudhary criticized the opposition for playing politics and said, “Rabri Devi has been the Chief Minister...

Who Is Anju? Sri Ganganagar Woman Allegedly Kills Husband for Lover; Family Demands Death Penalty

6Feb

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Rajasthan, State

Who Is Anju? Sri Ganganagar Woman Allegedly Kills Husband for Lover; Family Demands Death Penalty

Sri Ganganagar, Rajasthan: A shocking crime in Sri Ganganagar has left the local community stunned. A young woman named Anju allegedly conspired with her lover Sanju and his friends to murder her husband Ashish, just three months after their wedding. Following the revelation, Anju’s family members have demanded the death penalty for her. Marriage and MotiveAshish (27), a private tutor from Kerawala Mandi, had married Anju on October 30, 2025. According to police investigations, Anju was unable to forget her former lover Sanju, and in her obsessive attachment, she planned to kill her husband. False Story to Mislead PoliceAfter the murder on January 30, Anju was admitted to the hospital and initially claimed to police that robbers in a car had attacked her husband. However, officers no...