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26Dec

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Madhya Pradesh, Politics, State

K.P. Yadav’s Political Activity Gains Momentum in Guna After High-Profile Meetings in Delhi

Former Member of Parliament Dr. K.P. Yadav, who once delivered a stunning electoral defeat to Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia in the 2019 Lok Sabha elections from Guna, has once again become politically active after his ticket was denied in the 2024 general elections. His renewed engagement—from Delhi’s power corridors to grassroots programs in Madhya Pradesh—has sparked fresh political speculation. Following the cancellation of his Lok Sabha ticket, discussions about Dr. Yadav’s political marginalization had gained momentum within party circles. However, recent developments suggest that the former MP is working steadily to reassert his influence. His meetings in Delhi with senior BJP leaders, including Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari, and Lok Sabha Speak...

Bihar to Set Up First Water Sports Academy at Odhni Dam in Banka District

26Dec

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Bihar, State

Bihar to Set Up First Water Sports Academy at Odhni Dam in Banka District

Banka (Bihar): In a major boost to sports infrastructure in Bihar, the state’s first Water Sports Academy will be established at Odhni Dam in Banka district. The announcement was made on Thursday by State Sports Minister Shreyasi Singh following a review meeting of the Bihar State Sports Authority. The proposed academy will offer international-level training and facilities, marking a historic step toward the development of water sports in the state. A Landmark Initiative for Bihar Sports Calling it a transformative initiative, Sports Minister Shreyasi Singh said the academy would provide comprehensive support to athletes, including modern training equipment, expert coaching, accommodation, nutritious food, and other essential facilities, enabling players to focus entirely on their tr...

Silver Coins Stolen from Sheetla Devi Temple in Mirzapur; One Thief Caught by Villagers, Another Escapes

26Dec

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Silver Coins Stolen from Sheetla Devi Temple in Mirzapur; One Thief Caught by Villagers, Another Escapes

Mirzapur (Uttar Pradesh): A late-night theft at the ancient Sheetla Devi Temple in Vijaypur village, under the Vindhyachal police station area of Mirzapur district, has triggered concern among local residents. The incident occurred around 12:30 am on December 23, 2025, when two unidentified thieves entered the temple premises and attempted to steal silver coins affixed to the main gate. Silver Coins Fixed on Temple Gate According to temple priests and villagers, silver coins donated by devotees had been fixed to the temple’s main entrance as a symbol of faith and decoration. Armed with tools such as hammers and screwdrivers, the thieves began prying the coins off, creating loud noises that alerted people sleeping nearby. Villagers Wake Up, Chase the Thieves Hearing the sounds, ...

“BJP Claims to Protect Sanatan, Yet Targets Temples,” Alleges Digvijaya Singh

26Dec

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Madhya Pradesh, State

“BJP Claims to Protect Sanatan, Yet Targets Temples,” Alleges Digvijaya Singh

Bhopal: Former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister and Rajya Sabha MP Digvijaya Singh on Thursday launched a sharp attack on the state government, accusing it of acting against Hindu temples while projecting itself as a protector of Sanatan traditions. He alleged that the government is attempting to auction temple lands, directly violating constitutional provisions as well as Supreme Court and High Court rulings. Addressing a press conference, Singh said that under a government order dated April 22, 2023, instructions have been issued to auction muafi (endowment) lands measuring more than 10 acres. Based on this order, notices are allegedly being served to priests across the state, creating panic among temple communities. Notice Issued to Temple Priest Singh cited a specific case from K...

Tight Grip on Teachers Continues Even After K.K. Pathak’s Exit, Fear Grows Over Public Disclosure of Assets

26Dec

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Bihar, State

Tight Grip on Teachers Continues Even After K.K. Pathak’s Exit, Fear Grows Over Public Disclosure of Assets

Patna: Even after the departure of former Additional Chief Secretary K.K. Pathak, the Bihar Education Department has shown no signs of easing its tough stance on teachers. A fresh directive issued by the department has triggered widespread anxiety among lakhs of government school teachers across the state, reinforcing the perception that administrative strictness remains firmly in place. What Is the New Order? Under the latest order, all categories of government school teachers in Bihar have been instructed to submit complete details of their movable and immovable assets, along with information about their financial liabilities such as loans. The department has made it clear that failure to submit the asset declaration will result in the withholding of salary. While asset disclosu...

Fatal Kia Sonet Crash on Delhi–Mumbai Expressway Claims Lives of Two Youths from Gujarat

26Dec

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Rajasthan, State

Fatal Kia Sonet Crash on Delhi–Mumbai Expressway Claims Lives of Two Youths from Gujarat

Sawai Madhopur (Rajasthan): A tragic road accident on the Delhi–Mumbai–Vadodara Expressway late Thursday night claimed the lives of two young men from Gujarat, after their Kia Sonet car was hit by an unidentified vehicle and plunged into a median ditch in Sawai Madhopur district. The accident occurred near pillar number 246 under the jurisdiction of the Bonli police station. According to police officials, the Kia Sonet was travelling at high speed when it was struck by an unknown vehicle. Following the impact, the driver lost control and the car veered off the roadway, crashing into the ditch separating the two lanes of the expressway. The vehicle was completely mangled in the crash. One Dead on the Spot, Another Succumbs to Injuries One of the occupants, Kamal Gohil (35), a resid...

CBI Cracks ₹43-Crore Loan Fraud, Arrests Three Accused in Bihar’s Banka

26Dec

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Bihar, State

CBI Cracks ₹43-Crore Loan Fraud, Arrests Three Accused in Bihar’s Banka

Banka (Bihar): In a major breakthrough in a high-value financial fraud case, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has arrested the prime accused along with two associates from Bihar’s Banka district in connection with a ₹43-crore loan scam. The arrests have sent shockwaves across the region, highlighting the scale and audacity of the alleged fraud. A special CBI team from Delhi, assisted by the local police, conducted a late-evening raid on Thursday at a hotel in the Rajoun police station area. All three accused were taken into custody and later flown to Delhi for further investigation. Prime Accused on the Run Since 2015 The main accused has been identified as Amit Kumar Singh alias Rakesh Kumar, a resident of Naya Tola in the Navgachhia police station area of Bhagalpur dist...

Jyotirmath Rises Against Drug Menace: Markets Shut, Massive Protest at Police Station

26Dec

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State, Uttarakhand

Jyotirmath Rises Against Drug Menace: Markets Shut, Massive Protest at Police Station

Jyotirmath (Chamoli): Alarmed by the rapid rise in drug abuse and narcotics trafficking, residents and traders of Jyotirmath launched a strong protest on Friday, bringing the hill town to a standstill. As a mark of protest, all commercial establishments remained closed while hundreds of people took to the streets, demanding strict action against drug peddlers. The demonstration began at the Inter College crossing, from where protesters marched in a procession to the local police station, raising slogans against the drug trade. Upon reaching the police station, traders and residents staged a sit-in, pressing the administration to curb the growing menace that they say is destroying the town’s social fabric. Memorandum Submitted, Four Key Demands Raised Later, a delegation of traders...

Protests Intensify in Alwar’s Rajgarh Over Demand for Kendriya Vidyalaya, Third Day of Road Blockades and Market Shutdown

26Dec

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Rajasthan, State

Protests Intensify in Alwar’s Rajgarh Over Demand for Kendriya Vidyalaya, Third Day of Road Blockades and Market Shutdown

Alwar (Rajasthan): The demand for the establishment of a Kendriya Vidyalaya in Rajgarh town of Alwar district has escalated into a major public movement, with widespread protests continuing for the third consecutive day. Roads remain blocked, markets shut, and hundreds of residents have taken to the streets, demanding a written assurance from the administration. On Friday, under the banner of the Rajgarh Awaaz Manch, protesters blocked the Alwar–Rajgarh–Bandikui road, bringing traffic to a complete standstill. Traders, representatives of social organisations, and local residents staged a sit-in, forcing authorities to deploy additional police personnel to maintain law and order. Anger Over School Shift to Daulatpura The protesters allege that although the Union government had anno...

AMU Professor Shot Five Times, Four Bullets Removed from Head: Postmortem Reveals Chilling Details

26Dec

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State, Uttar Pradesh

AMU Professor Shot Five Times, Four Bullets Removed from Head: Postmortem Reveals Chilling Details

Aligarh: The brutal murder of Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) professor Rao Danish Ali has sent shockwaves across the university campus and the city, with the postmortem report revealing horrifying details of the crime. The computer teacher at AMU’s ABK Boys School was shot five times, four of the bullets piercing his skull and one striking his arm, confirming the attackers’ clear intent to kill. Rao Danish Ali was scheduled to depart for Umrah in Saudi Arabia on the very day of the incident. His tickets were booked and preparations were underway when, just two days earlier, he was gunned down in cold blood inside the AMU campus. Postmortem Findings Deepen Mystery According to the postmortem report, four bullets were recovered from the professor’s head, causing extensive damage to...