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Defying Government Ultimatum, Darjeeling Locals Build 140-Foot ‘Gorkhaland Bridge’ Through Community Fund Pool

8Dec

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Politics, State, West Bengal

Defying Government Ultimatum, Darjeeling Locals Build 140-Foot ‘Gorkhaland Bridge’ Through Community Fund Pool

Guwahati | December 8, 2025 — In a remarkable display of community resolve, residents of Darjeeling have constructed a 140-foot bridge entirely through local contributions and voluntary labour, bypassing government agencies and ignoring state-level restrictions. The newly built structure, connecting Tungsung Tea Estate to Dhotrey Valley, has been symbolically named the “Gorkhaland Bridge,” giving fresh momentum to long-standing regional sentiments. The bridge was inaugurated on Sunday and has quickly become a focal point of political conversation in the hills, especially ahead of the upcoming Bengal Assembly elections. Community-Built, No Government Aid Constructed over the Balason River, the bridge is the outcome of collective contributions by 29 local community organisations and...

176 Candidates Skip Mandatory Criminal Record Disclosure in Bihar Elections 2025, ADR Report Reveals Major Lapse in Transparency

8Dec

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Bihar, Politics, State

176 Candidates Skip Mandatory Criminal Record Disclosure in Bihar Elections 2025, ADR Report Reveals Major Lapse in Transparency

Patna | December 8, 2025 — A recent report released by the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) has exposed a serious lapse in transparency during the nomination process for the Bihar Assembly Elections 2025. According to the analysis, 176 out of 612 candidates from various political parties failed to submit the mandatory details of their criminal background in Form C-7, raising significant concerns over accountability in the electoral process. The report highlights that while 436 candidates complied with the disclosure requirement, a large segment — nearly 29% of all analyzed candidates — did not furnish information regarding ongoing criminal cases, despite clear directives from the Supreme Court of India. Major Parties Among Defaulters Candidates from several prominent polit...

MP Government to Operate from Khajuraho for Two Days; CM Mohan Yadav to Conduct Direct Review of Key Ministries

8Dec

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Madhya Pradesh, Politics, State

MP Government to Operate from Khajuraho for Two Days; CM Mohan Yadav to Conduct Direct Review of Key Ministries

Bhopal: Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav is set to run the state administration from Khajuraho for two days — Monday and Tuesday — where he will hold high-level review meetings with his cabinet ministers. During this special session, the Chief Minister will assess the progress of major departments, outline the government’s roadmap, and discuss achievements of the past two years along with the action plan for the next three years. Dr. Yadav will also participate in the Ladli Behna Conference in Rajnagar, where he will transfer the December installment directly into the accounts of over 1.26 crore beneficiaries and interact with selected women. Day 1: Intensive Review of Key Departments The two-day governance session begins with a detailed review of the Food, Civil Supp...

Karnataka CM Issue Intensifies: Even Sonia Gandhi Unable to Broker Peace Between Siddaramaiah and D.K. Shivakumar; Another High-Level Meeting Soon

8Dec

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Karnataka, Politics, State

Karnataka CM Issue Intensifies: Even Sonia Gandhi Unable to Broker Peace Between Siddaramaiah and D.K. Shivakumar; Another High-Level Meeting Soon

BENGALURU:The power tussle over changing the Chief Minister in Karnataka has once again pushed the state’s Congress unit into turbulence. Amid heightened political speculation and growing factional pressure, the Congress high command is preparing for yet another crucial round of discussions to break the deadlock between Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar. No Consensus Despite Marathon Meeting at 10 Janpath A long and intensive meeting was held on Saturday at Sonia Gandhi’s residence, 10 Janpath, in New Delhi. Present in the meeting were Sonia Gandhi, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, Rahul Gandhi, and AICC General Secretary (Organisation) K.C. Venugopal. Sources indicate that despite multiple rounds of deliberation, the leadership failed to ...

Political Storm in Bengal: Foundation Laid for ‘New Babri Masjid’; Keshav Prasad Maurya Warns, “Any Brick in Babur’s Name Will Be Removed”

6Dec

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Politics, State, Uttar Pradesh

Political Storm in Bengal: Foundation Laid for ‘New Babri Masjid’; Keshav Prasad Maurya Warns, “Any Brick in Babur’s Name Will Be Removed”

On the sensitive anniversary of the Babri Masjid demolition, a fresh political storm has erupted in West Bengal. Suspended TMC MLA Humayun Kabir laid the foundation stone of a “New Babri Masjid” in Beldanga, Murshidabad on Saturday, triggering sharp reactions from political circles across states. Maurya’s Strong Warning: “BJP Will Uproot Any Brick Named After Babur” Reacting strongly to the development, Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya termed the event a “TMC drama” and asserted that the BJP is poised to form the next government in Bengal. Maurya said, “If even a single brick is laid in the name of Babur, the BJP will uproot it. This is nothing but TMC’s theatrics.” Meanwhile, on the 6th of December—observed as the anniversary of the 1992 Babri Masj...

No More Rounds of Police Stations! Bihar Police Launches Citizen Portal for Fully Digital Complaint-to-Investigation Process

6Dec

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Bihar, Politics, State

No More Rounds of Police Stations! Bihar Police Launches Citizen Portal for Fully Digital Complaint-to-Investigation Process

Bihar has taken a major leap toward transparent and efficient policing. State Home Minister and Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary on Saturday launched the CCTNS Citizen Services Portal from the Bihar Police Headquarters at Sardar Patel Bhavan, Patna. The new system aims to make policing more citizen-friendly, accountable, and digital. A Bold Step After Taking Charge Since assuming office, Samrat Choudhary has remained in full action mode. After forming the Abhaya Brigade against eve-teasers and street offenders, he has now introduced a major reform to streamline public access to police services. Entire Case Journey Now Available Online With the launch of the Citizen Service Portal, every stage of a criminal case—from registration to investigation—will now be accessible onl...

Rahul Gandhi Pays Tribute to B.R. Ambedkar on Mahaparinirvan Diwas, Warns Constitution Is Under Threat

6Dec

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Nation, Politics

Rahul Gandhi Pays Tribute to B.R. Ambedkar on Mahaparinirvan Diwas, Warns Constitution Is Under Threat

New Delhi, India: On the occasion of Mahaparinirvan Diwas, commemorating the death anniversary of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, paid homage to the architect of the Indian Constitution. Known as Babasaheb Ambedkar, he is celebrated for his enduring contributions to social justice, equality, and human dignity. In a post on X, Rahul Gandhi highlighted that Ambedkar’s legacy of equality, justice, and human dignity strengthens his own resolve to protect the Constitution and inspires a collective struggle for a more inclusive and compassionate India. Ambedkar’s Constitution Is Everyone’s Responsibility Rahul Gandhi emphasized that safeguarding the Indian Constitution is a shared national responsibility, reflecting Ambedkar’s vision. Speaking...

Karthigai Deepam Controversy Reaches Supreme Court: Temple Festival Sparks Political and Legal Turmoil in Tamil Nadu

6Dec

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Nation, Politics

Karthigai Deepam Controversy Reaches Supreme Court: Temple Festival Sparks Political and Legal Turmoil in Tamil Nadu

New Delhi, India: The traditional Karthigai Deepam festival in Tamil Nadu has stirred political and legal tensions, bringing the Stalin-led DMK government before the Supreme Court. The issue centers around the lighting of the Mahadeepam on the hilltop at Thirupparankundram, which some groups claim has been restricted in violation of tradition. On Thursday evening, BJP leaders and right-wing supporters staged protests when police denied permission to light the hilltop lamp, despite Madurai Bench of Madras High Court orders lifting restrictions on large-scale celebrations. The case is now under consideration by a bench of CJI Sunil Suryakant and Justice J. Bagchi, who indicated that the petition will be listed for hearing after reviewing submissions from the Tamil Nadu government. Sign...

Raipur Gets Major Boost: Deputy CM Arun Sao Approves ₹173-Crore Flyover Project to Ease Traffic Congestion

6Dec

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Chhattisgarh, Politics, State

Raipur Gets Major Boost: Deputy CM Arun Sao Approves ₹173-Crore Flyover Project to Ease Traffic Congestion

Raipur: In a significant development for the residents of Chhattisgarh’s capital, Deputy Chief Minister Arun Sao has approved the long-awaited flyover project on GE Road, fulfilling a long-pending demand of the city. The state government has sanctioned ₹173 crore for the construction, aiming to bring major relief from traffic congestion and ensure smoother connectivity between the railway station and the airport. A Big Step Toward Streamlined Traffic Management Raipur has been facing increasing traffic pressure, especially on key routes connecting the railway station to the airport. To address this, the Public Works Department (PWD) is working on several flyover projects.The newly approved flyover—running from Guru Teg Bahadur Udyan to Netaji Subhash Chowk and further up to Guru Nana...

Bihar CM Nitish Kumar Inaugurates Patna Book Fair, Dedicated to Veteran Writer Awadhesh Preet

6Dec

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Bihar, Politics, State

Bihar CM Nitish Kumar Inaugurates Patna Book Fair, Dedicated to Veteran Writer Awadhesh Preet

Patna: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Friday inaugurated the 41st Patna Book Fair at Gandhi Maidan, a major cultural event that will run until December 16. Organized by the Centre for Readership Development (CRD), the fair features over 200 book stalls and more than 300 literary, cultural, and public welfare events. The theme of this year’s edition is “Wellness – A Way of Life”, and the fair has been specially dedicated to noted writer, journalist, and storyteller Awadhesh Preet, who passed away on November 12, 2025. After lighting the ceremonial lamp, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar toured various publication stalls and also participated in the launch of a new book. Minister of State for Water Resources Vijay Kumar Chaudhary was also present on the occasion. Highlight: World’s ...