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From a Small Village to the National Stage: Dausa’s Monika Gurjar Becomes Star Player of Rajasthan Shooting Ball Team
Rajasthan

From a Small Village to the National Stage: Dausa’s Monika Gurjar Becomes Star Player of Rajasthan Shooting Ball Team

Dausa, Rajasthan: Dreams have no limits when courage meets determination. Monika Gurjar, hailing from the small village of Pichupada Kala in Dausa district, has made history by being selected for the Rajasthan Junior Women’s Shooting Ball Team. Her exceptional performance at the state-level selection camp in Sikar has earned her a place at the national level, marking a remarkable milestone in her sporting journey. The selection camp, held on 30 October in Sanwalpura, Sikar district, witnessed Monika’s remarkable skills in fast ball throwing and accurate targeting. The selection committee, led by the state association’s Joint Secretary Sunil Bainsla, was highly impressed by her performance and immediately included her in the junior women’s team. Her selection has sparked a wave of pride ...
Parth Pawar Faces Setback in Controversial Land Deal; Registrar Orders Rs 21 Crore Stamp Duty Payment to Cancel Deal
Maharashtra

Parth Pawar Faces Setback in Controversial Land Deal; Registrar Orders Rs 21 Crore Stamp Duty Payment to Cancel Deal

Pune, Maharashtra: The land deal involving Parth Pawar, son of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, has hit a major roadblock. The Registrar Office has issued a notice to Amadea Enterprises LLP, the company in which Parth Pawar holds a 99% stake, demanding Rs 21 crore in stamp duty and penalties to officially cancel the 40-acre government land deal. The company had purchased the land, valued at Rs 1,800 crore, for just Rs 300 crore, sparking allegations of irregularities. Two FIRs have already been filed in connection with the case, naming partners Digvijay Patil and Sheetal Tejwani. Land Reserved for DalitsThe disputed 40-acre land is part of the Dalit-reserved ‘Mahar Vatan’ scheme. Originally leased to the Botanical Survey of India in 1959 for 15 years, the lease was exten...
Retired Engineer Loses Entire Life Savings in Rs 71 Lakh Share Market Scam in Noida
Uttar Pradesh

Retired Engineer Loses Entire Life Savings in Rs 71 Lakh Share Market Scam in Noida

Noida, UP: In a shocking incident, a retired engineer from Sector-78, Noida, fell victim to a massive cyber scam, losing Rs 71 lakh while attempting to invest in the stock market. The fraudsters lured him with promises of quick profits and used a fake investment app to deceive him. How the Scam UnfoldedRakesh Jain, 80, a retired engineer, revealed that on October 1, he was contacted via social media by a woman named Pooja. Soon, they connected on WhatsApp, where Pooja persuaded him to invest in the stock market with the assurance of doubling or tripling his money in a short period. Following her guidance, Rakesh was added to a WhatsApp group where he received “training” in stock trading. He was asked to download an app called Fires SNI, designed to look like a legitimate brokerage pl...
Mother Dies of Shock After Son’s Sudden Death in Jalaun, Village Grieves Double Tragedy
Uttar Pradesh

Mother Dies of Shock After Son’s Sudden Death in Jalaun, Village Grieves Double Tragedy

Jalaun, UP: In a heartbreaking incident from Budhawali village under the Render police station area in Jalaun district, a mother lost her life after the sudden death of her son. Locals say the mother, unable to bear the shock of her son’s demise, collapsed upon seeing his body and passed away shortly thereafter, leaving the entire village in mourning. Tragic Events UnfoldHari Prakash Yajnik, also known as Chhouna, 39, ran a salon in Malviya Nagar, Madhogarh, along with his elder brother Harishankar Yajnik, 42. On Thursday afternoon, while attending to clients in his salon, Hari Prakash suffered a sudden severe chest pain. He was immediately rushed to the Community Health Center, Madhogarh, and later referred to Urai Medical College for critical care. As his condition worsened, he was sh...
Kalyan Banerjee Loses Over ₹55 Lakh in Cyber Fraud Using Fake KYC
West Bengal

Kalyan Banerjee Loses Over ₹55 Lakh in Cyber Fraud Using Fake KYC

\ Kolkata: Senior Trinamool Congress leader and four-time Lok Sabha MP Kalyan Banerjee has fallen victim to a sophisticated cyber fraud, losing over ₹55 lakh from a long-dormant bank account. Cybercriminals allegedly accessed one of his inactive State Bank of India (SBI) accounts and used forged KYC (Know Your Customer) documents to carry out the fraudulent transactions. The SBI High Court branch in Kolkata has filed a complaint with the Cyber Crime Police Station and demanded an immediate investigation. How the Fraud UnfoldedAccording to the complaint, the fraudsters used Banerjee’s PAN and Aadhaar details but replaced his photograph with a different one. Using these forged documents, they updated the KYC details of his account. On October 28, 2025, the fraudsters even changed t...
Love Beyond Boundaries: Riya and Rakhi Tie the Knot in West Bengal
West Bengal

Love Beyond Boundaries: Riya and Rakhi Tie the Knot in West Bengal

Kolkata: In a heartwarming tale of love and courage, two women from the Sundarbans region of West Bengal, Riya Sardar and Rakhi Naskar, have defied social norms to marry each other in a traditional Bengali ceremony. Their story is emerging as an inspiring example for those who believe in true love. The wedding took place on Tuesday at a local temple, where the couple exchanged garlands and embarked on a new chapter of life together. Who Are Riya and Rakhi?Riya Sardar hails from Mandirbazar, while Rakhi Naskar comes from Bakul Tala. Both are professional dancers. Riya lost her parents at a young age and was raised by her uncle and aunt, whereas Rakhi grew up with her family. The two first connected via phone about two years ago, and their friendship gradually blossomed into love. F...
Mumbai Local Train Accident: FIR Sparks Fresh Tension Between RPF and GRP
Maharashtra

Mumbai Local Train Accident: FIR Sparks Fresh Tension Between RPF and GRP

Mumbai: The long-standing jurisdictional tussle between the Railway Protection Force (RPF) and the Government Railway Police (GRP) has resurfaced following a recent FIR in the Mumbra train accident case. While both forces have rarely faced a direct public clash, tensions often arise over investigations, responsibilities, and coordination. On Thursday, friction escalated when the GRP filed an FIR against two railway engineers five months after the Mumbra accident, which claimed the lives of five passengers. While the internal railway investigation had attributed the deaths to a train route curve and passengers’ luggage, the GRP investigation pointed to negligence by the engineers, prompting legal action. Protests and ChaosThe FIR sparked outrage among railway labor unions, leading to ...
Mumbai Metro Fare Hike: Local Trains Still Cheaper Than Metro – Which Routes Will Be Affected
Maharashtra

Mumbai Metro Fare Hike: Local Trains Still Cheaper Than Metro – Which Routes Will Be Affected

? Mumbai: Mumbai’s metro system, alongside the city’s iconic local trains, plays a vital role in the daily commute of the city’s residents. The recently launched underground metro lines have also received a good response from passengers. However, this popularity may soon be tested, as the state government is preparing to increase metro fares. Which Metro Lines Will See a Fare Hike?The state government has proposed the formation of a Metro Fare Determination Committee to the central government. If approved, metro fares are expected to rise in the coming months, particularly affecting the Andheri (West)–Dahisar Metro 2A and Gundavli–Dahisar Metro 7 lines. The MMRDA had submitted a proposal last August for setting up the committee, which the state government approved last month and forw...
Pune Land Scam: Who Are Digvijay Patil and Sheetal Tejwani, Associates of Ajit Pawar’s Son Parth Pawan
Maharashtra, Politics

Pune Land Scam: Who Are Digvijay Patil and Sheetal Tejwani, Associates of Ajit Pawar’s Son Parth Pawan

: ? Pune/Mumbai: The political heat in Maharashtra is rising amid local body elections, following revelations in the Pune land scam. The controversy has drawn national attention, with Congress leader Rahul Gandhi launching a sharp attack in the Lok Sabha. Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar’s son, Parth Pawar, is at the center of the allegations. Alongside him, the names of two associates—Digvijay Patil and Sheetal Tejwani—have emerged. Both names have been included in the FIR filed by the Pune authorities. Who Are Digvijay Patil and Sheetal Tejwani?Digvijay Patil, who has come under the spotlight following the Pune land deal, is the nephew of Ajit Pawar’s wife, Sunetra Pawar, a current member of the Rajya Sabha. Sheetal Tejwani’s name appears in a prior FIR concerning a loan fraud c...
Parth Pawar Land Scam: Anna Hazare Targets Ajit Pawar, Demands Accountability for Ministers’ Children
Maharashtra, Politics

Parth Pawar Land Scam: Anna Hazare Targets Ajit Pawar, Demands Accountability for Ministers’ Children

Mumbai/Pune: The political heat in Maharashtra has intensified over the Pune land scam involving Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar’s son, Parth Pawar. Parth is accused of purchasing government land worth ₹1,800 crore at a fraction of its market price. Amid mounting scrutiny, social activist Anna Hazare has added to the pressure, asserting that ministers should be held accountable for the wrongdoing of their children. Anna Hazare’s Statement Speaking to the media, Hazare said, “It is truly unfortunate that ministers’ children are involved in illegal activities. In such cases, the ministers themselves must be held responsible. Values begin at home, and these incidents reflect a lack of moral values in families.” Hazare, known for leading major anti-corruption movements in Delhi that con...