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Bageshwar Sarkar Dhirendra Krishna Shastri to Visit Banda for Hanuman Katha from January 16–20, 2026
State, Uttar Pradesh

Bageshwar Sarkar Dhirendra Krishna Shastri to Visit Banda for Hanuman Katha from January 16–20, 2026

Banda, UP: Devotees in Banda and neighboring districts will soon get a rare opportunity to witness the divine discourse of Bageshwar Dham’s head priest, Pandit Dhirendra Krishna Shastri. Known for his spiritual guidance and blessings, Shastri Ji has previously visited Chitrakoot to seek blessings from his guru, Ram Bhadracharya, but this will be his first visit to Banda for narrating the sacred Hanuman Katha. The grand event, scheduled from 16th to 20th January 2026, is being organized by the Bundelkhand Youth Foundation. Foundation founder Praveen Singh confirmed that following Shastri Ji’s recent discourse in Shivpuri, Madhya Pradesh, he has formally agreed to conduct the Hanuman Katha in Banda. Preparations are already underway at full pace. A vast pandal is being constructed, along ...
Bihar: Revenue Officer Caught Red-Handed Taking Rs 2.5 Lakh Bribe
Bihar, State

Bihar: Revenue Officer Caught Red-Handed Taking Rs 2.5 Lakh Bribe

Kishanganj, Bihar: In a significant anti-corruption operation, a revenue official in Bihar was caught accepting a bribe of Rs 2.5 lakh. The incident took place in Kishanganj, where the officer, Rajdeep Paswan, was allegedly demanding the money to facilitate the mutation (land record modification) process. A surveillance team led by DSP Vinod Kumar Pandey from Patna conducted a trap near Abhishek Hotel in the Kishanganj Sadar block. Acting on a written complaint filed by the victim, Owais Ansari, a resident of Ward No. 22, Khagra, the team apprehended Paswan while he was receiving the bribe. The complaint had initially alleged that Paswan demanded a total of Rs 2.7 lakh, of which Rs 2.5 lakh was paid to expedite the mutation work. Following the arrest, a case has been registered again...
Chomu SDM Celebrates Early Completion of Voter List Revision with Dinner and Dance
Rajasthan, State

Chomu SDM Celebrates Early Completion of Voter List Revision with Dinner and Dance

Chomu, Jaipur: In a remarkable administrative achievement, the Chomu Assembly constituency in Jaipur district completed the Special Summary Revision (SSR) of voter lists four days ahead of schedule. To celebrate the milestone, Chomu SDM Dilip Singh Rathore hosted a dinner party for all Booth Level Officers (BLOs), joining them on the dance floor to the tune of the popular song “Mane Peeni Chhod Di”. The video of the SDM dancing with the BLOs has gone viral on social media. Administrative Efficiency Recognized The voter list revision, part of ongoing exercises across 12 states, was originally scheduled to conclude by 4 December, later extended to 11 December. Chomu’s SSR work was completed 100% ahead of the deadline, marking it as the first constituency in Jaipur district to achieve f...
Names of Two BJP Leaders Missing from Voter List in Ghaziabad, Sparks Social Media Uproar
Politics, State, Uttar Pradesh

Names of Two BJP Leaders Missing from Voter List in Ghaziabad, Sparks Social Media Uproar

Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh: In a surprising development ahead of upcoming elections, the names of former BJP MLA Roop Chaudhary and BJP Metropolitan Minister Sanjeev Jha have gone missing from the voter list in Sahibabad, Ghaziabad. The incident has become a topic of discussion in local political circles, drawing attention on social media. Roop Chaudhary Alleges Conspiracy Roop Chaudhary, representing a section of Sahibabad assembly constituency (Part No. 305, Serial No. 464), discovered that his name was removed from the voter list, although his wife and two sons remain listed. Initially, he assumed his details might have been recorded under a different BLO (Booth Level Officer). However, after checking the Election Commission website, he found that his name was completely missing. ...
KK Pathak vs Nitish Cabinet: Why Two Ministers Openly Rebelled — A Look at the IAS Officer’s Tough Decisions
Bihar, State

KK Pathak vs Nitish Cabinet: Why Two Ministers Openly Rebelled — A Look at the IAS Officer’s Tough Decisions

Patna: Senior IAS officer KK Pathak has long been known for his strict administrative style and uncompromising decisions, whether in the Education Department or the Prohibition Department. His firm approach, often appreciated for improving governance, also repeatedly brought him into confrontation with ministers of the Nitish Kumar cabinet. Since the Education Department directly impacts the public, the friction between the minister and the bureaucrat frequently put the government in uncomfortable situations. Ministers vs KK Pathak: The Conflict A number of ministers were reportedly unhappy with KK Pathak’s functioning, though many kept their dissatisfaction behind closed doors. However, two ministers of the Nitish Cabinet openly expressed anger, levelling serious allegations against...
Attention Passengers: Multiple Trains Cancelled on This Route Till December 11 — Check Full List Before You Travel
Madhya Pradesh, State

Attention Passengers: Multiple Trains Cancelled on This Route Till December 11 — Check Full List Before You Travel

Hamirpur: Due to ongoing track doubling work on the Banda–Kanpur railway section, several trains have been cancelled till December 11, while many others will operate with significant delays. Passengers traveling towards Kanpur, Manikpur, and other destinations have been advised to check the updated schedule before planning their journey. According to the Railway Department, major trains including Durg–Kanpur, Kanpur Central–Manikpur, and services towards Lokmanya Tilak Terminus will be affected during this period. Several trains will also run under regulation, with extended halts at multiple stations. Train Cancellations and Delays Railway officials confirmed that critical non-interlocking work is underway between Khurd–Dingwahi–Banda stations as part of the track doubling project...
Eloped Couples Now Worried About Voter List Updates: SIR Sparks Flood of Reels and Memes Online
Politics, State, Uttar Pradesh

Eloped Couples Now Worried About Voter List Updates: SIR Sparks Flood of Reels and Memes Online

Lucknow, December 2, 2025:While the control rooms set up for the SIR (Special Information Request) form are ringing nonstop, a parallel storm has taken over social media. Instagram and Facebook are flooded with reels and memes poking fun at the chaos surrounding the SIR process—especially the tense dynamics between sons-in-law and their in-laws. “These in-laws are educated fools; they can’t even send the 2003 voter list…”“Mother-in-law, forgive my mistakes… just send your daughter’s Aadhaar card, only ten days left…”“Sasuji, tell me when to bring her home, just give me your EPIC numbers…”These humorous dialogues have become viral templates showcasing how SIR has changed the tone between families. Confusion Everywhere — From Voter List to Control Rooms Across the state capital, peo...
How Did a 40-Year-Old Bridge Collapse in MP? Repair Work Below, Traffic Flow Above — Tragedy Explained
Madhya Pradesh, State

How Did a 40-Year-Old Bridge Collapse in MP? Repair Work Below, Traffic Flow Above — Tragedy Explained

Raisen (Madhya Pradesh), December 2, 2025:A major tragedy struck Raisen district on Monday when a section of the 40-year-old Nayagaon Bridge on the Bareli–Pipariya State Highway collapsed during repair work, claiming the life of a former CRPF jawan and injuring several others. The bridge, constructed in 1980 by the Public Works Department, had recently been flagged for structural weaknesses in a departmental survey. Following this, a repair project costing ₹98 lakh was initiated. However, even as repairs were underway beneath the structure, regular traffic continued to move over the bridge, raising serious questions about safety measures and supervision. Motorcyclists Plunged as the Span Crumbled During the collapse, two motorcycles carrying four people fell into the gap created b...
Allahabad High Court Slams Muzaffarnagar Police: “Possession Applies to Property, Not Human Beings
State, Uttar Pradesh

Allahabad High Court Slams Muzaffarnagar Police: “Possession Applies to Property, Not Human Beings

Prayagraj, December 2, 2025:The Allahabad High Court has strongly criticized the Muzaffarnagar Police for using the term “possession” while referring to the custody of a young woman, observing that such terminology is applicable only to movable or immovable property, not human beings. The court was hearing a habeas corpus petition filed by a young woman from Muzaffarnagar. During the proceedings, the bench noted that the police, in their memo, recorded that the woman had been taken into “possession.” The court termed this usage as highly inappropriate, expressing deep concern over the police’s understanding of legal terminology. Adult Woman Free to Choose Where and With Whom to Live The bench emphasized that the petitioner is an adult who has clearly stated that she wishes to live...
Why Are IPS Officers Posted on IAS Cadre Positions? Telangana High Court Issues Notice to State Government
State, Telangana

Why Are IPS Officers Posted on IAS Cadre Positions? Telangana High Court Issues Notice to State Government

Hyderabad: The Telangana High Court has sought a detailed explanation from the state government over its decision to appoint senior IPS officers to key administrative posts reserved for the Indian Administrative Service (IAS). Justice Surepalli Nanda issued notices to the government while hearing a petition filed by advocate Vadla Srikanth challenging the controversial postings. The petition questions Government Order (GO) No. 1342, issued by the General Administration Department (GAD) on September 26. As per the GO, several senior IPS officers were appointed to top IAS cadre posts: C.V. Anand as Special Chief Secretary, Home Department Stephen Ravindra as Commissioner, Civil Supplies and ex-officio Principal Secretary Shikha Goel as Director General, Vigilance & Enforceme...