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Mumbai’s First Urban Tunnel Launched: Orange Gate to Marine Drive in Just 10 Minutes

3Dec

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Maharashtra, State

Mumbai’s First Urban Tunnel Launched: Orange Gate to Marine Drive in Just 10 Minutes

Mumbai: Following landmark projects like the Worli Sea Link, Atal Setu, and Coastal Road, Mumbai is set to witness the construction of India’s first urban tunnel, connecting East and West Mumbai. On Wednesday, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, in the presence of Deputy CM Eknath Shinde, inaugurated the Orange Gate Tunnel Project under the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA). The 9.96 km tunnel will allow commuters to travel from Orange Gate to Marine Drive in just 10 minutes. CM Fadnavis officially launched the Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM) by pressing a button. The project, estimated at ₹8,056 crore, is expected to be a game-changer for Mumbai’s transport system. The tunnel will feature two 3.2-meter-wide lanes and an emergency lane, running under densely populated a...

Amethi: Woman Assaults Madarsa Molvi with Stick, Video Goes Viral

3Dec

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Amethi: Woman Assaults Madarsa Molvi with Stick, Video Goes Viral

Amethi: In a disturbing incident from Amethi, Uttar Pradesh, a woman allegedly assaulted a madarsa teacher (Molvi) inside a room, beating him with a stick. The incident, reportedly from the Jamo area, has gone viral on social media, prompting local authorities to launch an investigation. Video Shows AssaultThe video circulating online shows the woman accusing the Molvi of misconduct with her daughter and repeatedly striking him with a stick. The Molvi can be seen pleading for mercy, raising his hands and crying out for forgiveness, while the woman continues the assault. Witnesses say she even threatened him, saying, “You silenced your wife and daughter with a cloth; your fate is in my hands.” Police Investigation UnderwayThe Amethi police have taken cognizance of the viral video and ...

Ancient Form of Shri Krishna Janmbhoomi to Be Restored, Shankaracharya Shares Spiritual Vision

3Dec

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Ancient Form of Shri Krishna Janmbhoomi to Be Restored, Shankaracharya Shares Spiritual Vision

Mathura: Following the developments of Kashi Vishwanath Corridor and Shri Ram Janmabhoomi, the spotlight is now on Shri Krishna Janmbhoomi in Mathura. The matter has gained momentum with renewed discussions about restoring the site to its ancient form. Shankaracharya’s Visit and Spiritual GuidanceJagadguru Shankaracharya Vidhushekar Bharati Maharaj, the successor of Shringeri Sharada Peeth, visited Shri Krishna Janmbhoomi on Tuesday. During his visit, he participated in various religious rituals and provided spiritual guidance to devotees. The Shankaracharya highlighted the divine leelas of Lord Krishna, recalling how Krishna’s birth in Kansa’s prison freed Devaki and Vasudev from bondage. He emphasized that just as Krishna destroyed the chains of ignorance and ego, divine grace can hel...

Moving Car Bursts Into Flames in Patna, Chaos on Ganga Path Near PMCH

3Dec

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Bihar, State

Moving Car Bursts Into Flames in Patna, Chaos on Ganga Path Near PMCH

Patna: A major accident was narrowly avoided on JP Ganga Path outside PMCH Hospital in Patna on Wednesday when a doctor’s car suddenly caught fire while in motion. The vehicle, a CNG-powered car, was completely engulfed in flames within minutes. Fortunately, the doctor managed to exit the car safely, preventing any casualties. Eyewitnesses reported seeing thick smoke and high flames shooting out from the vehicle, creating panic among nearby commuters and pedestrians. Local residents immediately alerted the Pirbahor police, who, along with the fire department, rushed to the scene. After a strenuous effort, the fire brigade successfully brought the blaze under control. Possible Cause and InvestigationPreliminary reports suggest that a short circuit may have triggered the fire, though o...

Bengal Teachers’ Jobs Safe: Calcutta HC Sets Aside Single-Bench Order Canceling 32,000 Appointments

3Dec

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State, West Bengal

Bengal Teachers’ Jobs Safe: Calcutta HC Sets Aside Single-Bench Order Canceling 32,000 Appointments

Kolkata: In a major relief for primary school teachers in West Bengal, the Calcutta High Court has overturned a single-bench order that had canceled the appointments of 32,000 teachers. The decision was delivered by a division bench comprising Justices Tapabrata Chakraborty and Ritobrata Kumar Mitra. While the court acknowledged irregularities in some appointments, it ruled that these did not warrant the cancellation of all appointments. The bench noted that terminating jobs after nearly nine years of service would have severely impacted the teachers and their families. Expressing her satisfaction, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said the decision brings relief to the teachers and their families. “I am very happy that the teachers have received this relief,” she added. Background of t...

UP Social Welfare Department Launches Free PCS Coaching for Eligible Students

3Dec

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State, Uttar Pradesh

UP Social Welfare Department Launches Free PCS Coaching for Eligible Students

Lucknow: In a significant move to support aspiring civil servants, the Uttar Pradesh Social Welfare Department has announced a free coaching program for PCS Main Examination preparation. This initiative aims to provide quality guidance and essential resources to meritorious students from economically weaker backgrounds, enabling them to compete effectively for higher services. Eligible candidates from SC, ST, and OBC categories can benefit from this program. The specialized training sessions will be conducted at the Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj Research and Training Institute, Bhagidari Bhawan, Gomtinagar, Lucknow. According to Anand Kumar Singh, Joint Director of Bhagidari Bhawan, the program is currently available only for male candidates who have cleared the UPPCS Preliminary Examina...

Bihar Government Schools’ Holiday Calendar 2026 Announced: Total 75 Days Off

3Dec

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Bihar, State

Bihar Government Schools’ Holiday Calendar 2026 Announced: Total 75 Days Off

Patna: The Bihar Education Department has released the official holiday calendar for 2026 for all government, aided, Sanskrit, Urdu, and Madarsa schools across the state. According to the notification issued by Sanjay Rao, Director (Secondary Education), students will get a total of 75 holidays, including 10 Sundays. The calendar covers all major festivals and observances, from Makar Sankranti to Diwali, Chhath, and winter break. District Education Officers have been instructed to ensure smooth functioning of schools according to the schedule. Makar Sankranti: 14 January Vasant Panchami: 23 January Republic Day: 26 January (schools to remain closed after programs) Sant Ravidas Jayanti: 1 February Maha Shivaratri: 15 February Holi: 3–4 March Summer Vacation: 1–20 Ju...

Jaipur Traffic Police Crack Down: ₹10,000 Fine and Jail for Horn Misuse, Tinted Windows

3Dec

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Rajasthan, State

Jaipur Traffic Police Crack Down: ₹10,000 Fine and Jail for Horn Misuse, Tinted Windows

Jaipur: Motorists in Jaipur beware — a minor traffic violation could now cost you up to ₹10,000 and even lead to jail time. The city’s traffic police have stepped up enforcement against violations such as excessive honking and black window tints, aiming to maintain road safety and public order. Over the past two weeks, Jaipur traffic authorities ran an awareness campaign, educating drivers about traffic rules, including the prohibition of loud horns near schools, hospitals, and sensitive zones. Now, the police have moved from awareness to strict enforcement. On 2 December, traffic police confiscated high-volume horns from around 400 vehicles and issued 126 challans. DCP Traffic Sumit Meharda warned motorists that under Section 190(2) of the Motor Vehicle Act, anyone using loud horns ...

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM DK Shivakumar Spark Controversy with ₹43 Lakh ‘Santos de Cartier’ Watches, BJP Criticizes

3Dec

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Karnataka, Politics, State

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM DK Shivakumar Spark Controversy with ₹43 Lakh ‘Santos de Cartier’ Watches, BJP Criticizes

Bengaluru: Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar have once again found themselves embroiled in controversy over their expensive wristwatches. Following a tussle over the Chief Minister post, the two leaders reportedly met for breakfast, during which both were seen wearing ‘Santos de Cartier’ watches valued at ₹43 lakh each. The opposition BJP has sharply criticized the move. Targeting CM Siddaramaiah, the Karnataka BJP took to social media platform X, questioning the socialist image of the leader. The party posted, “Mr. Siddaramaiah, your definition of socialism seems very expensive. While the people of Karnataka struggle with drought and poor infrastructure, our ‘so-called socialist’ CM flaunts a Santos de Cartier watch.” The BJP also recalled a ...

Former Minister Mahesh Joshi Granted Bail by Supreme Court in Jal Jeevan Mission Scam Case

3Dec

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Rajasthan, State

Former Minister Mahesh Joshi Granted Bail by Supreme Court in Jal Jeevan Mission Scam Case

Jaipur: In a major relief for former minister Dr. Mahesh Joshi, the Supreme Court has granted him bail in connection with the ₹900 crore Jal Jeevan Mission scam. Dr. Joshi, who served as the Water Supply Minister in the previous Congress government, has been in Central Jail, Jaipur for the past seven months. With the Supreme Court’s order, his supporters celebrated the decision, and reports suggest that he could be released from jail today, once the bail documents are formally received by the jail authorities. Dr. Joshi was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on April 24 in connection with alleged irregularities in the Jal Jeevan Mission project. At the time of his arrest, his wife was critically ill in the hospital and passed away just four days after he was taken into custody...