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When SP Became “Master Sahib”: Lakhisarai Students Learn Life Lessons from Police Officer Ajay Kumar
Bihar, State

When SP Became “Master Sahib”: Lakhisarai Students Learn Life Lessons from Police Officer Ajay Kumar

Lakhisarai, December 18, 2025: Police are often associated with fear and authority, but a recent visit by Lakhisarai SP Ajay Kumar turned that perception on its head. During a routine inspection at Kiul Police Station, SP Kumar’s convoy took an unexpected turn towards a government school, leaving students surprised and delighted. Turning Classrooms into Learning HubsAt Utkramit Madhya Vidyalaya Vrindavan, SP Ajay Kumar engaged with students in a unique session, explaining the basics of law, the importance of setting goals, and the significance of staying on the right path in life. His approachable style immediately eased the children’s initial apprehension, creating an atmosphere of interaction, curiosity, and enthusiasm. Beyond Classroom Lessons: Social OutreachFollowing the classro...
STF Busts Major Arms Smuggling Racket in Nalanda; Chinese Pistols and AK-47 Ammunition Seized
Bihar, State

STF Busts Major Arms Smuggling Racket in Nalanda; Chinese Pistols and AK-47 Ammunition Seized

Nalanda, December 18, 2025: Bihar’s Special Task Force (STF), in a coordinated operation with local police, has busted a major arms smuggling network in the Lalheri area of Nalanda district. The raid, based on a tip-off, led to the arrest of five arms dealers and the seizure of a large cache of illegal weapons, ammunition, and a Scorpio vehicle. Chinese Pistols and AK-47 Rounds RecoveredThe arrested suspects were found in possession of five pistols marked “Made in China,” 153 live AK-47 cartridges, six magazines, and the Scorpio used for transportation. The accused include Parvez from Baradari, Saurabh Jha from Munger, and three brothers from East Singhbhum, Jharkhand – G.R.J., Mahboob, and Zahid Hussain. Operation DetailsAccording to Lalheri Station Officer Ranjit Kumar Rajak, STF r...
Chaos at Gorakhpur School After Insect Found in Mid-Day Meal; Cook Assaults Principal
State, Uttar Pradesh

Chaos at Gorakhpur School After Insect Found in Mid-Day Meal; Cook Assaults Principal

Gorakhpur, December 18, 2025: A shocking incident unfolded at a government higher secondary school in Uswa Babu, Khajni police station area, when students refused to eat their mid-day meal after discovering an insect in the food. The situation escalated into a violent confrontation between the school’s female principal and the cook. Fight Erupts Over Contaminated FoodAccording to reports, the incident occurred on Wednesday afternoon during the lunch break. Upon learning about the insect in the meal, Principal Rita Ary questioned the cook, Gunja Devi, about the issue. The discussion quickly escalated into a heated argument and then physical confrontation, with both women grabbing each other by the hair and throwing each other to the ground. Staff members and teachers present in the schoo...
Shiv Sena Challenges AIMIM’s “Kite” Symbol Ahead of Maharashtra Municipal Elections, Imtiaz Jalil Fires Back
Maharashtra, Politics, State

Shiv Sena Challenges AIMIM’s “Kite” Symbol Ahead of Maharashtra Municipal Elections, Imtiaz Jalil Fires Back

Tensions are brewing in Maharashtra ahead of the upcoming municipal elections as the AIMIM, led by Asaduddin Owaisi, announced its participation in 27 municipal corporations. Following the announcement, Maharashtra Minister Sanjay Shirsat of the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena demanded that the Election Commission ban AIMIM’s “kite” election symbol, citing a clash with the traditional Makar Sankranti kite-flying festival. Shirsat, representing Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar (formerly Aurangabad), argued that since the municipal polls coincide with Makar Sankranti on January 15, the kite symbol could create confusion among voters. AIMIM Rejects Demand, Challenges ShirsatAIMIM leader and former Aurangabad MP Imtiaz Jalil dismissed the demand as “ridiculous.” He stated, “I will definitely fly ki...
Badaun’s Nizamuddinpur Shah: Village with Mughal Roots and Ram-Sita Coins Sparks Name Debate
State, Uttar Pradesh

Badaun’s Nizamuddinpur Shah: Village with Mughal Roots and Ram-Sita Coins Sparks Name Debate

Badaun, December 18, 2025: The historic village of Nizamuddinpur Shah, located about 50 kilometers from Badaun district headquarters in Uttar Pradesh, is drawing attention for its rich cultural past and the ongoing debate over its name. The village’s history dates back to the Mughal era, and recent discussions have revived interest in its unique heritage. Mughal-Era OriginsEighty-year-old resident Shyamlal Maurya explains that the village’s name has been in use since the Mughal period. During the 1857 revolt, a significant portion of the Muslim population migrated from the village to Delhi’s Nizamuddinpur area and to the Nagina-Dhampur region in Uttar Pradesh. Families in Delhi still preserve knowledge of their ancestral roots in the village. Discovery of Ancient CoinsLocal residents...
Bihar Villagers Refuse to Return Mistakenly Credited Funds from Chief Minister’s Women Employment Scheme
Bihar, State

Bihar Villagers Refuse to Return Mistakenly Credited Funds from Chief Minister’s Women Employment Scheme

Darbhanga, December 18, 2025: In a peculiar turn of events in Bihar, several male villagers in Jale Block, Darbhanga district, are resisting government attempts to reclaim ₹10,000 mistakenly credited to their bank accounts under the Chief Minister’s Women Employment Scheme. The villagers argue that their “vote in exchange” justifies keeping the money. Funds Meant for Women End Up in Men’s AccountsThe Chief Minister’s Women Employment Scheme, launched on September 26 this year by Prime Minister Narendra Modi ahead of the Bihar Assembly elections, aimed to transfer ₹10,000 each to approximately 1.4 crore women entrepreneurs. However, officials from the state’s poverty-alleviation initiative ‘Jeevika’ revealed that a technical error resulted in the funds being deposited into some male vill...
Tragic Nainital Accident: Scorpio Falls into Deep Gorge, 3 Dead, 4 Critically Injured
State, Uttarakhand

Tragic Nainital Accident: Scorpio Falls into Deep Gorge, 3 Dead, 4 Critically Injured

Nainital, December 18, 2025: In a tragic road accident in Uttarakhand, a Scorpio vehicle carrying devotees to the famous Kaanchi Dham fell into a deep gorge in the Lohali area of Nainital on Thursday. The accident claimed the lives of three family members, while four others sustained critical injuries and were rushed to a nearby hospital for treatment. According to reports, all the passengers belonged to the same family and were on a pilgrimage to Kaanchi Dham. Eyewitnesses said that as the vehicle approached the temple area, the driver lost control, causing the car to skid off the road and plunge into the gorge. Rescue OperationThe State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) promptly arrived at the site after receiving information about the accident. Rescue personnel faced a challenging ta...
Bihar Police Rescue Minors from Sitamarhi Red-Light Area; Rani Khatun Named as Key Accused
Bihar, State

Bihar Police Rescue Minors from Sitamarhi Red-Light Area; Rani Khatun Named as Key Accused

Sitamarhi, December 18, 2025: In a shocking development from Bihar’s Sitamarhi district, police have rescued four minor girls who were being forced into the sex trade in the local red-light area. The revelations made by the rescued girls have exposed the involvement of the notorious “super boss” of the area, Rani Khatun. According to police reports, the minors disclosed that Rani Khatun, wife of Manzoor Khalifa, has long been operating the illegal business, compelling girls into sex work and keeping all the earnings for herself. The girls claimed they were not given even a fraction of the money they earned. Police Action and FIRFollowing the disclosures, a First Information Report (FIR) was filed by Sanjay Prasad Gupta, investigating officer from Rescue Foundation, New Delhi. The FIR...
Nainital MP Ajay Bhatt Suggests “Ram Naam” as a Panacea for Family and Personal Issues
State, Uttarakhand

Nainital MP Ajay Bhatt Suggests “Ram Naam” as a Panacea for Family and Personal Issues

During the Winter Session of Parliament, political debate over the proposed changes to the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) intensified. The government’s plan to introduce a new policy and rename the scheme has drawn sharp criticism from the opposition, especially the Congress party, which claims that the change erases Mahatma Gandhi’s legacy. Congress General Secretary Priyanka Gandhi had previously criticized the move. In the heated discussions, Nainital-Udham Singh Nagar MP Ajay Bhatt presented a unique perspective. Highlighting the spiritual significance of Lord Ram’s name, he suggested that chanting “Ram Naam” could provide solutions for a wide range of personal and familial problems. Addressing Parliament, Ajay Bhatt dismissed Congress’s allegati...
Who is Nusrat Parveen? Bihar CM Nitish Kumar Sparks Controversy Over Hijab Incident, Doctor Quits Job
Bihar, State

Who is Nusrat Parveen? Bihar CM Nitish Kumar Sparks Controversy Over Hijab Incident, Doctor Quits Job

Patna: A recent incident involving Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has triggered nationwide attention and controversy. During a ceremony in Patna where Ayush doctors were receiving appointment letters, CM Nitish Kumar allegedly touched and adjusted the hijab of a young female doctor, Nusrat Parveen, while handing her the letter. The incident, which took place in the presence of Deputy CM Samrat Chaudhary, Minister Mangal Pandey, and other officials, has sparked widespread debate and legal scrutiny. Who is Nusrat Parveen? Nusrat Parveen is a young, married woman and a qualified Ayush doctor who had recently been selected for a position in the Bihar government. Her husband works as a clinical psychologist at a college. Nusrat comes from a hardworking background and has steadily achie...