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Mandsaur Joint Collector Faces Dowry and Forced Abortion Allegations from Wife
Madhya Pradesh, State

Mandsaur Joint Collector Faces Dowry and Forced Abortion Allegations from Wife

Mandsaur, Madhya Pradesh: Joint Collector Rahul Chauhan of Mandsaur is facing serious allegations of dowry harassment and forced abortion from his wife, Nirmala Chauhan. Nirmala filed an FIR at the Indore Women’s Police Station, claiming that her husband subjected her to physical and mental abuse over dowry demands. Marriage in 2018Nirmala (32) and Rahul Chauhan got married on 16th December 2018, when Rahul was a trainee Deputy Collector. According to Nirmala, the abuse began immediately after the wedding, with her husband expressing dissatisfaction over the dowry and physically assaulting her. She further alleged that Rahul forcibly aborted a pregnancy during their marriage. Initially, due to Rahul’s position, she faced difficulties in filing a report. However, the police have now regi...
IED Blast in Saranda Forest: Teen Girl Killed, Two Women Injured
Jharkhand, State

IED Blast in Saranda Forest: Teen Girl Killed, Two Women Injured

Chaibasa, 28 Nov 2025: A tragic incident occurred in the Naxal-affected Saranda forest of Kolhan, West Singhbhum, when an IED planted by Naxals exploded, killing an 18-year-old girl and injuring two women. The blast took place in Kolbonga area under Jaraikela police station. The victims, all residents of Kolbonga village, had gone to the forest to collect Siali leaves when they encountered the explosion around 2 PM. The deceased has been identified as 18-year-old Phulo Dhanwar, while the injured are 28-year-old Salami Kundalna and 35-year-old Birsi Dhanwar. According to reports, the blast was so powerful that Phulo Dhanwar was thrown nearly 10 feet into the air and died instantly upon falling. The injured women were taken to the village by locals and later admitted to Manoharpur Heal...
Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren Criticizes Opposition “Coaching Gangs”; 8,792 Appointment Letters Distributed
Jharkhand, State

Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren Criticizes Opposition “Coaching Gangs”; 8,792 Appointment Letters Distributed

Ranchi, 28 Nov 2025: Marking the completion of the first year of his second term, Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren distributed appointment letters to 8,792 newly recruited candidates across various state departments. The appointments cover positions including Sub-Collectors, Deputy Superintendents of Police, Jail Superintendents, Jharkhand Education Service officers, District Samadesh, Labor Supervisors, Probation Officers, Product Inspectors, Dentists, Assistant Teachers, and Pest Controllers. Targeting Opposition and Fake NewsAddressing the ceremony, CM Soren criticized the BJP and other opposition parties for creating unnecessary legal hurdles and spreading false news following every recruitment examination. He referred to the recent Jharkhand State Employee Selection Commission...
Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren’s Plea for Personal Exemption Rejected; BJP Celebrates Court Ruling
Jharkhand, State

Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren’s Plea for Personal Exemption Rejected; BJP Celebrates Court Ruling

Ranchi, 29 Nov 2025: Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren faces fresh legal complications as a special court of the Enforcement Directorate (ED) has rejected his plea seeking exemption from personal appearances in the ongoing case concerning alleged illegal land transactions. The case pertains to 8.86 acres of land in the Bargarh area of Ranchi, which the ED claims was acquired using fraudulent documents and is of non-murabaha (Bhu-iheri) nature, meaning it cannot legally be bought or sold. The agency has alleged that Soren had illegal possession of the land. Implications of Court RulingWith the rejection of his exemption plea, Soren, who is also the JMM president, will now be required to appear in person for every hearing. Legal experts say this could impact both his judicial custo...
Jharkhand Weather: Stable Conditions with Fog as December Begins, IMD Issues Update
Jharkhand, State

Jharkhand Weather: Stable Conditions with Fog as December Begins, IMD Issues Update

Ranchi, 29 Nov 2025: Residents of Jharkhand, including the state capital Ranchi, are getting relief from the intense cold that gripped the region in recent days. The minimum temperature has risen by 3–4°C over the past 24 hours. Areas where the mercury hovered around 7–8°C are now expected to experience temperatures between 13–14°C. Just a few days ago, the cold was so severe that locals compared it to the harsh winters of Kashmir and Himachal Pradesh. District-wise Forecast: Ranchi, Jamshedpur, Deoghar, Godda, Hazaribagh: Minimum temperatures likely to remain between 14–15°C. Koderma, Chatra, Lohardaga, Gumla, Garhwa: Minimum temperatures around 10°C, indicating relatively colder conditions in these districts. Next Four Days:According to the Ranchi Meteorological Center, ...
Ranchi ODI: 3 Ticket Scalpers Arrested; Hotels Fully Booked as Room Demand Surges Threefold
Jharkhand, State

Ranchi ODI: 3 Ticket Scalpers Arrested; Hotels Fully Booked as Room Demand Surges Threefold

Ranchi, 29 Nov 2025: Ahead of the India vs South Africa One-Day International (ODI) match at JSCA Stadium on 30th November, the police have taken strict action against illegal ticket sales. A raid at Samagrah Restaurant, near the stadium, led to the arrest of three individuals involved in ticket scalping. The arrested include Arvind Singh (Vidhansabha police station area), Priyanshu Raj (Dhurva Bus Stand), and Sudhir Kumar (JP Market, Vidyanagar). Dhurwa Police Station in-charge Vimal Kindo confirmed that in addition to these three, seven others – Vishala Chikki, Jitendra Jaiswal, Amit Tobo, Santosh Kumar, Rhtik Kumar, Manish Kumar, and Sumit Kumar – are also under investigation. The police have seized tickets, a scooter, and other materials from the accused, while searches continue for...
Ranchi ODI Traffic Advisory: No-Entry at 10 Key Intersections on 30 November; Parking Guidelines Issued
Jharkhand, State

Ranchi ODI Traffic Advisory: No-Entry at 10 Key Intersections on 30 November; Parking Guidelines Issued

Ranchi, Jharkhand: In view of the One Day International (ODI) cricket match between India and South Africa at the JSCA Stadium on 30 November, Ranchi traffic police have issued detailed traffic guidelines to manage crowds and ensure smooth vehicular movement. No-Entry and Vehicle RestrictionsFrom 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM on match day, heavy vehicles will be completely restricted from entering the city and should instead use the Ring Road. Normal vehicle movement from Shalimar Chowk to the North Gate of the stadium will be prohibited, except for ambulances and other emergency medical services. Temporary diversions will be enforced at key intersections, including Sujata Chowk, Rajendra Chowk, Birsa Chowk, Dhurwa Gol Chakkar, Shaheed Chowk, Kadru Pul, and Argoda Chowk. Both small and large v...
Dehradun Builder and Wife Flee to Nepal Amid Multi-Crore Fraud; Passports Cancelled
State, Uttarakhand

Dehradun Builder and Wife Flee to Nepal Amid Multi-Crore Fraud; Passports Cancelled

Dehradun, Uttarakhand: Notorious Dehradun-based builder Shashwat Garg, along with his wife Sakshi Garg, has reportedly fled to Nepal after allegedly defrauding investors of crores of rupees. Despite continuous monitoring, authorities were unable to apprehend the couple. Following complaints from investors, the Regional Passport Office, Dehradun, has immediately cancelled the passports of both Shashwat and Sakshi Garg. Timeline of EventsOn 17 October, Shashwat Garg visited his in-laws in Hapur and told his family he would return to Dehradun in the evening. However, both his and Sakshi’s phones went unreachable shortly afterward. Police in Hapur and Dehradun launched searches but failed to locate them. Escape via Mumbai to KathmanduInvestigations revealed that Shashwat left his luxury ...
Mussoorie’s Landour Market on the Brink: ‘Silent Crisis’ Threatens 200-Year-Old Heritage
State, Uttarakhand

Mussoorie’s Landour Market on the Brink: ‘Silent Crisis’ Threatens 200-Year-Old Heritage

Mussoorie, Uttarakhand: The Queen of Hills, Mussoorie, is facing a silent but growing crisis as roads and buildings in the historic Landour market show signs of severe subsidence. Residents report a climate of fear, questioning whether the government is waiting for a major disaster before taking action. In the past two years, parts of the road have sunk nearly a foot, cracks have spread across buildings, and accidents have become increasingly frequent, leaving the community in uncertainty. Even more alarming is that scientific reports prepared by expert agencies have not been made public, raising concerns among locals about transparency and preparedness. Cracks in the Ground, Cracks in TrustThe deep fissures in Landour market roads indicate that the problem is far from superficial. S...
Dry Cold Intensifies in Uttarakhand as No Rain Forecasted in Coming Days
State, Uttarakhand

Dry Cold Intensifies in Uttarakhand as No Rain Forecasted in Coming Days

Dehradun: Uttarakhand continues to experience dry weather as November progresses, with no significant rainfall reported across most regions. According to the Meteorological Center, the coming days are expected to remain dry, with daytime temperatures slightly higher, offering temporary relief from the morning chill. Dense fog in the plains and frost in the hilly areas are causing additional hardships for residents, while bright sunshine during the day is pushing maximum temperatures upward. However, temperatures drop sharply in the evening, leading to cold nights. Udhamsingh Nagar, for instance, has experienced nights colder than Mukteshwar due to a steep drop in minimum temperatures. On Friday, Dehradun and surrounding areas enjoyed bright sunlight during the day, but the temperatur...