State – Page 95 – SD NEWS agency

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

7Feb

By sd newsNo Comments

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 ...

Alwar Tree-Cutting Dispute Turns Deadly: Elderly Man Killed, Family Members Injured

7Feb

By sd newsNo Comments

Rajasthan, State

Alwar Tree-Cutting Dispute Turns Deadly: Elderly Man Killed, Family Members Injured

ALWAR: A long-standing dispute over tree-cutting in Alwar district, Rajasthan, turned violent on Friday, resulting in the death of a 65-year-old man and injuries to several family members. The incident has left the local community shaken, and the police are investigating the matter. Dispute Escalates into ViolenceThe violent clash occurred in the Bagad Tiraha police station area, where a disagreement among relatives over the cutting of neem tree branches escalated into a deadly confrontation. The deceased, identified as 65-year-old Bali, was attacked with an axe during the altercation. His son and three women from the family also sustained injuries. The accused and their relatives fled the scene immediately after the attack. Disagreement Began a Day EarlierAccording to a police compl...

Ghaziabad in Shock After Death of Three Young Sisters; Tuition Centers Closed, Police Seek Answers

7Feb

By sd newsNo Comments

State, Uttar Pradesh

Ghaziabad in Shock After Death of Three Young Sisters; Tuition Centers Closed, Police Seek Answers

GHAZIABAD: A sense of fear and silence grips a society in the Trans-Hindon area of Ghaziabad after the tragic deaths of three young sisters. While the police suspect suicide, many questions remain unanswered, leaving residents anxious and unsettled. Family Moves Out Amidst ShockFollowing the incident, the family of the girls shifted to another rented flat within the same society. On Friday, citing the need for the last rites, they left the premises. As of now, the police have not registered a formal FIR due to lack of concrete evidence pointing to murder or foul play. However, authorities are preparing to question the father and other family members. Police Point to SuicideAccording to preliminary investigations, the girls were reportedly influenced by Korean culture and K-pop, which...

Patna RJD Office Decked Out for Tejashwi Yadav’s Grand Welcome, Special ‘Aloo Dum’ Feast Arranged

7Feb

By sd newsNo Comments

Bihar, State

Patna RJD Office Decked Out for Tejashwi Yadav’s Grand Welcome, Special ‘Aloo Dum’ Feast Arranged

PATNA: Bihar’s Leader of the Opposition, Tejashwi Yadav, is all set to receive a grand welcome at the state RJD headquarters today. Following his appointment as the party’s National Executive President, the Patna office has been lavishly decorated with flowers, lights, and banners to mark this historic occasion. For party workers and supporters, a special feast featuring the popular dish ‘Aloo Dum’ has been arranged. Preparations in Full SwingAhead of Tejashwi Yadav’s arrival, the RJD office witnessed overnight culinary preparations. The kitchens were busy cooking a variety of dishes to ensure a sumptuous meal for the day-long celebration. The festivities mark the official beginning of a new chapter in the party’s leadership. Supporters believe that under Tejashwi’s leadership, youth pa...

Gadchiroli Encounter: 25-Lakh Bounty Naxal Commander Prabhakar Killed; 7 Naxals Dead, 1 Soldier Martyred

7Feb

By sd newsNo Comments

Chhattisgarh, State

Gadchiroli Encounter: 25-Lakh Bounty Naxal Commander Prabhakar Killed; 7 Naxals Dead, 1 Soldier Martyred

GADCHIROLI: In a major breakthrough against Naxal insurgents, Maharashtra police killed seven Naxals, including the dreaded top commander Prabhakar, who carried a bounty of ₹25 lakh. The operation, carried out over three days near Fodewada village on the Maharashtra-Chhattisgarh border, saw the martyrdom of C-60 commando Deepak Chinna Madavi. Security forces recovered a significant cache of arms from the encounter site. The special anti-Maoist unit, C-60, launched the operation after receiving intelligence on Naxal movements from Chhattisgarh. The operation began on the night of 3 February. By Thursday night, the bodies of three Naxals were recovered, followed by four more on Friday, bringing the total number of casualties to seven — including four men and three women. Authorities seize...

Dausa Launches First Residential Housing Scheme by Bandikui UIT: Check Plot Prices and Amenities

6Feb

By sd newsNo Comments

Rajasthan, State

Dausa Launches First Residential Housing Scheme by Bandikui UIT: Check Plot Prices and Amenities

Dausa, Rajasthan: The Bandikui Urban Improvement Trust (UIT) has officially launched its first residential housing project in Dausa district. The “Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay Nagar” scheme, developed over 46.62 hectares near Khedli village, will feature 303 residential plots along with parks, a stadium, commercial zones, and green belts. The project was inaugurated jointly by Urban Development Minister Jhabar Singh Kharra and Agriculture Minister Dr. Kirodi Lal Meena. The initiative aims to address the growing demand for housing in the district while promoting planned and organized urban development. Key Highlights of the Scheme: Project Area: 46.62 hectares Total Plots: 303 residential plots Amenities: Parks, green belts, stadium, and commercial facilities Application Sta...

Amroha: Hindu Families Protest After Harassment by Youth; Police Arrest Main Accused

6Feb

By sd newsNo Comments

State, Uttar Pradesh

Amroha: Hindu Families Protest After Harassment by Youth; Police Arrest Main Accused

Amroha, Uttar Pradesh: Tensions rose in Gokuldham Colony, Amroha, after several Hindu families protested against repeated harassment by local youths. Residents expressed frustration over police inaction by posting “evacuation” notices outside their homes and staging demonstrations demanding strict action against the accused. The incident came to light when a local woman accused a youth named Rihan of harassment. Despite her complaint, police initially took no action, prompting residents—especially women—to hold a protest with posters outside their homes demanding justice. Lawmakers InterveneUpon learning about the protest, MLA Nand Kishore Gurjar, accompanied by hundreds of residents, visited the Hasanpur Kotwali police station late Wednesday night. The MLA contacted the District Mag...

Lakhisarai: Armed Criminals Injured in Police Encounter After Motorcycle Crash

6Feb

By sd newsNo Comments

Bihar, State

Lakhisarai: Armed Criminals Injured in Police Encounter After Motorcycle Crash

Lakhisarai, Bihar: In a dramatic turn of events, Lakhisarai police apprehended two notorious criminals after a police chase that ended in a motorcycle crash. The suspects were reportedly attempting to carry out a major crime when they were intercepted by law enforcement. Both are now receiving treatment at a hospital before being formally taken into custody. Gunfire Erupts in Santar MohallaThe incident unfolded in Ward Number 13, near the local water plant, when residents were shaken by the sound of gunfire. The two audacious criminals fired shots in public before attempting to flee on their motorcycle. However, the Lakhisarai police, led by Town Station Officer Sunil Kumar Sahni, responded immediately and pursued the suspects. Motorcycle Loses Control During EscapeDuring the chase, ...

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

6Feb

By sd newsNo Comments

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

By sd newsNo Comments

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...