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Khatu Shyam Falgun Mela: Good News for Devotees, Railways to Run Special Trains
Rajasthan, State

Khatu Shyam Falgun Mela: Good News for Devotees, Railways to Run Special Trains

Sikar (Rajasthan): Devotees planning to visit Khatu Shyam Ji during the famous Falgun Mela, scheduled from 21 to 28 February, have received a major relief. Keeping in mind the heavy rush expected during the fair, the Indian Railways has announced the operation of two pairs of special unreserved trains to ensure smooth travel for pilgrims. Railway officials said that every year, the Falgun Mela witnesses a huge influx of devotees from Rajasthan, Delhi, Haryana, and other states. To manage the extra passenger load and provide convenience, special arrangements have been made this year as well. Two Pairs of Special Trains Announced According to railway authorities, the decision has been taken in view of the increasing passenger traffic during the fair. These trains will operate on maj...
Satna Crime: Youth Kidnapped on Way to Railway Station, Forced to Transfer Money at Gunpoint
Madhya Pradesh, State

Satna Crime: Youth Kidnapped on Way to Railway Station, Forced to Transfer Money at Gunpoint

Satna (Madhya Pradesh): Crime in Madhya Pradesh continues to rise, and a shocking incident has surfaced from Satna city, where a young man was allegedly kidnapped in a filmy-style manner while he was heading towards the railway station. A gang consisting of two young men and two girls reportedly abducted him in an auto-rickshaw and forced him at gunpoint to transfer money online. The incident took place under the jurisdiction of City Kotwali Police Station on the night of 6 February 2026. Acting swiftly, the police cracked the case within a few hours and arrested all four accused, including the auto driver. They have been sent to jail. Victim Was Walking to Railway Station According to police sources, the complainant Prafull Shrivastava (20), a resident of Mukhtiyarganj near Kali ...
Drone Spotted Over Saharanpur Army Depot; Two Youths Detained with Sensitive Footage
State, Uttar Pradesh

Drone Spotted Over Saharanpur Army Depot; Two Youths Detained with Sensitive Footage

SAHARANPUR: The Army and police in Saharanpur are jointly interrogating two young men after they were caught operating a drone over a military training area. The incident occurred at the Remount Depot, where sensitive photos and videos were reportedly recorded. Drone Spotted Over Army ComplexAccording to Subedar Balu Singh of the Army, soldiers noticed a drone flying over the Remount Depot training area around 10:30 AM on Friday. The drone circled several times over a construction site and surrounding areas, raising suspicion among the on-duty personnel. The Army promptly informed higher authorities, who launched a search operation. Near Rasulpur village, two men were found operating the drone and were immediately taken into custody. A drone and a laptop were seized from their possessio...
“Death Kite Strings” Still Sold Online Despite Multiple Fatalities in Lucknow
State, Uttar Pradesh

“Death Kite Strings” Still Sold Online Despite Multiple Fatalities in Lucknow

LUCKNOW: Despite repeated fatalities and serious injuries caused by kite strings, banned Chinese and nylon kite threads, commonly called manjha, continue to be sold openly on e-commerce platforms and private websites in Lucknow. Online Sales Defy Local BansIn the past three days, a young man died and two others were seriously injured after getting entangled in dangerous kite strings. While authorities have taken action against local vendors selling these strings, online marketplaces remain largely unchecked. Prominent e-commerce sites are selling nylon monofilament, mono kite threads, and super-sharp manjha, priced between ₹200 and ₹5,000, marketed for their strength and razor-sharp edges. Several sellers have even set up private websites to distribute these banned products. Sites of...
BJP to Announce Mumbai Mayor Today: Top Contenders Revealed
Maharashtra, Politics, State

BJP to Announce Mumbai Mayor Today: Top Contenders Revealed

MUMBAI: The race for Mumbai’s mayoral post has reached its final stage following the recent Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is set to officially announce its candidate on 7 February, ahead of the mayoral election scheduled for 11 February. A meeting of BJP corporators is called at the BMC headquarters at 9 AM, where party president Amit Satam is expected to reveal the nominee. Since the mayoral post is reserved for a woman from the general category, the party is focusing on experienced female leaders for the 78th mayoral position. Top BJP ContendersLeading names include Sheetal Gambhir Desai, head of BJP’s Mumbai Women’s Wing, who secured a resounding victory from the Mahim-Dadar constituency. Ritu Tawade, a three-time corporator f...
Prem Baisa Death Case: Acquaintances Under Scrutiny, Compounder to Be Re-Questioned
Rajasthan, State

Prem Baisa Death Case: Acquaintances Under Scrutiny, Compounder to Be Re-Questioned

JODHPUR: The investigation into the death of Sadhvi Prem Baisa at the Ashram in Pal village, Jodhpur, has intensified, with authorities re-questioning the compounder involved in administering an injection before her demise. Ten days after her death, the cause remains unclear, and suspicion surrounding the injection continues to grow. Uncertainty Over Cause of DeathPolice sources indicate that the type of injection administered to Sadhvi Prem Baisa and its intended purpose remain unconfirmed. Investigators are examining whether an adverse reaction or a toxic substance could have contributed to her death. The findings of the FSL report are awaited, which will provide critical clarity on the actual cause. Compounder to Be Re-QuestionedDuring the investigation, it could not be conclusive...
Greater Noida Tragedy: 30-Year-Old Barkha Ends Life, Leaves Heartbreaking Suicide Note
State, Uttar Pradesh

Greater Noida Tragedy: 30-Year-Old Barkha Ends Life, Leaves Heartbreaking Suicide Note

GREATER NOIDA: In a tragic incident, a 30-year-old woman, Barkha, jumped from the fifth floor of Twins Building in Greater Noida on Thursday evening, ending her life. Authorities recovered a suicide note in which she expressed deep despair, writing: “Mahadev, what is left in my life? I don’t want to live anymore.” She did not hold anyone responsible for her death. Background and Personal StrugglesBarkha, originally from Khoji village in Jaunpur district, had been living with her grandmother in Jalpura village, Ecotech-3 area. Her mother had passed away when she was a child, and her father lived separately. Raised by her grandmother, Barkha had nurtured a dream of becoming a makeup artist but had been battling prolonged mental stress in recent times due to personal and family circumstanc...
From ‘Lathi-Charge Expert’ to High-Profile Arrest: Who is IPS Officer Bhanu Pratap Singh?
Bihar, State

From ‘Lathi-Charge Expert’ to High-Profile Arrest: Who is IPS Officer Bhanu Pratap Singh?

PATNA: In a dramatic late-night operation, Patna Police arrested MP Pappu Yadav in a case dating back 32 years. The action, led by City SP Bhanu Pratap Singh, involved a tense two-and-a-half-hour standoff with a large crowd of supporters at Yadav’s residence in North Mandiri. Despite the heavy resistance, the police successfully executed the arrest, making headlines once again for Bhanu Pratap Singh’s decisive leadership. The Arrest OperationAs MP Pappu Yadav arrived at his residence from the airport, officers from Gardanibagh Police Station arrived with a warrant. A crowd of supporters had gathered at his home, leading to a standoff that lasted approximately two-and-a-half hours. The operation required careful negotiation and strategy, but ultimately, Yadav had to leave with the police...
Lucknow Police Bust Gang Using Thar SUVs to Kidnap and Rob Passengers; 7 Arrested
State, Uttar Pradesh

Lucknow Police Bust Gang Using Thar SUVs to Kidnap and Rob Passengers; 7 Arrested

LUCKNOW: Lucknow police have cracked a gang that used Thar SUVs to kidnap and rob passengers under the pretext of giving them a lift. Seven accused have been arrested in connection with the crimes, which occurred in Sairpur, Sarojininagar, and BKTI areas. Truck Driver Targeted in Kidnapping and RobberyThe gang had lured truck driver Hriday Narayan, a resident of Ghatampur, Kanpur, into a black Thar near the Haidil area on 31 January. Offering to drop him to Kanpur for just ₹100, they abducted him, tied him up, and robbed him of ₹60,000. Hriday was beaten when he resisted and later dumped in a potato field in Sairpur. The police recovered ₹40,130 in cash, two mobile phones, two pistols, two cartridges, and the Thar used in the crime. CCTV Footage Leads to ArrestsInvestigations involve...
Harda Factory Blast: Two Years On, Family Awaits “14th Victim” Amid Legal Limbo
Madhya Pradesh, State

Harda Factory Blast: Two Years On, Family Awaits “14th Victim” Amid Legal Limbo

HARDA: Two years after a catastrophic firecracker factory explosion in Harda, the family of 30-year-old Kailash Khapre continues to live in uncertainty, caught between hope and despair. Kailash vanished in the debris during the blast and has neither been declared dead nor found alive. Legal complications have left his three young children and elderly parents without compensation or government assistance. Uncertainty Lingers for Missing WorkerThe deadly explosion at an illegal firecracker factory on 6 February 2024 claimed 13 lives and injured over 200 people. However, Kailash’s family remains in limbo, awaiting answers about his fate. “Sometimes we feel he will return, other times we fear he never will,” said his father, Raju Khapre. Kailash had gone to Harda for work just three months ...