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Helicopter Service Launched at Mehandipur Balaji, Boosting Religious Tourism
Rajasthan, State

Helicopter Service Launched at Mehandipur Balaji, Boosting Religious Tourism

Dausa, Rajasthan: A new helicopter service has been inaugurated at the famous Mehandipur Balaji Temple, offering devotees a unique aerial experience and giving a significant boost to religious tourism. In its initial phase, the helicopter carried five passengers, marking the beginning of this sky-bound facility. Inauguration and ReceptionThe service began on Monday at the helipad near Mehandipur Balaji police station. As the helicopter touched down at 11 AM, a wave of excitement spread among the crowd. Local schoolgirls welcomed the pilot, Abhay Gurjar, in a traditional manner, adding a vibrant cultural touch to the occasion. Operational DetailsAccording to Manoj Piparsania, advisor to the operating company, the service started with one helicopter, which could be increased to eight b...
Jhunjhunu Man Scammed of ₹6 Lakh in Fake Marriage Plot
Rajasthan, State

Jhunjhunu Man Scammed of ₹6 Lakh in Fake Marriage Plot

Jhunjhunu, Rajasthan: A shocking case of fraud has emerged from Jhunjhunu district, where a young man was duped of nearly ₹6 lakh in a fake marriage scheme. The accused posed a girl from the victim’s own village as a bride from Kota to lure him into the scam. Police have arrested the woman and two accomplices from Jaipur after months on the run. The Scam UnfoldedThe victim, Rajkumar, filed a complaint on August 21, stating that a man named Hoshiar Singh promised to arrange his marriage with a “beautiful girl from Kota.” Using fabricated stories about the girl’s father requiring medical treatment, the accused extracted money in multiple installments totaling around ₹6 lakh. Investigation revealed that the girl in the photo was actually from the victim’s own village and had actively parti...
CM Yogi Adityanath Urges UP Residents to Help Identify Illegal Immigrants
Politics, State, Uttar Pradesh

CM Yogi Adityanath Urges UP Residents to Help Identify Illegal Immigrants

Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has called upon state residents to assist in identifying illegal immigrants, particularly Rohingya and Bangladeshi nationals, as part of an intensified crackdown by the state government. This appeal comes amid a comprehensive Special Intensive Review (SIR) campaign, which has identified a large number of suspected illegal foreign nationals, many of whom are being prepared for transfer to detention centers. CM’s Message to the PublicIn a message titled “Yogi ki Paati” shared on X (formerly Twitter), CM Yogi emphasized that the safety, social balance, and strong law-and-order in Uttar Pradesh are top priorities. He urged residents to verify the identity of any person before employing them in domestic or commercial work. He highlighted ...
Akhilesh Yadav Criticizes BJP Over ‘Vande Mataram’ Discussion, Questions Indigo Flight Disruptions
State, Uttar Pradesh

Akhilesh Yadav Criticizes BJP Over ‘Vande Mataram’ Discussion, Questions Indigo Flight Disruptions

Lucknow: During a special discussion in the Lok Sabha on Vande Mataram, Samajwadi Party president and Kannauj MP Akhilesh Yadav launched a sharp attack on the BJP, raising concerns over the political misuse of the patriotic song and also highlighting the ongoing Indigo flight disruptions. Vande Mataram: A Symbol of UnityAkhilesh Yadav reminded members that Vande Mataram was more than a song—it was an inspiring slogan during India’s struggle for freedom, uniting millions and giving them energy. He noted that the British had banned it between 1905 and 1908, prosecuting those who sang it, yet its spirit never faded from Indian hearts. “Vande Mataram brings people together and energizes them. Its essence cannot be reduced to mere performance,” Yadav said. Criticism of the Ruling PartyThe...
Hawk Force Intelligence Operation Deals Major Blow to Naxal Network in MP, Bringing Peace to KB Division
Madhya Pradesh, State

Hawk Force Intelligence Operation Deals Major Blow to Naxal Network in MP, Bringing Peace to KB Division

Balaghat, MP: A special intelligence-led operation by the Hawk Force has delivered a significant setback to Naxal activities in Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. Following the martyrdom of Inspector Ashish Sharma, the joint campaign by MP Police, Maharashtra commandos, and Chhattisgarh police successfully dismantled key Naxal networks, weakening the Kanha-Bhormadev (KB) division and restoring a sense of peace in sensitive areas. Intelligence Strategy Cripples Naxal OperationsThe Hawk Force’s Special Intelligence Unit engaged in covert communications with forest guards and local contacts, gradually gaining the trust of Naxal operatives and limiting their influence across the state’s border regions. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav described the success as a result of “trust-building,” forming...
Mumbai Metro: Another Metro Line for Navi Mumbai to Connect City Interiors and Airports
Maharashtra, State

Mumbai Metro: Another Metro Line for Navi Mumbai to Connect City Interiors and Airports

Navi Mumbai: For the first time, Navi Mumbai will have an internal metro line, with Metro Line 8 connecting the upcoming Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA). The line will feature 11 proposed stations across the city and has now been integrated into the 337 km metro network of the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA). Metro Line 8 Project DetailsThe Maharashtra government, in collaboration with the City and Industrial Development Corporation of Maharashtra Ltd. (CIDCO), has approved Metro Line 8 to provide direct connectivity to Navi Mumbai’s suburbs. This will be the city’s first “internal metro” line, aimed at easing intra-city travel while linking key residential and commercial hubs. A detailed r...
Bihar: Tej Pratap Yadav Accused of Assault by Close Associate, Shocking Allegations Surface
Bihar, State

Bihar: Tej Pratap Yadav Accused of Assault by Close Associate, Shocking Allegations Surface

Patna, Bihar: Tej Pratap Yadav, eldest son of RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav and leader of Jan Shakti Janata Dal (JJD), is once again embroiled in controversy. His former associate, Saurabh alias Avinash, has leveled serious allegations against him, claiming that he was brutally beaten, stripped, and recorded in a compromising video by a group of 20–30 men at Tej Pratap Yadav’s government residence. The video has reportedly gone viral on social media. Details of the Alleged IncidentAccording to Saurabh, the incident occurred after he returned from a reception party organized by Khan Sir’s brother on Sunday. Tej Pratap allegedly confiscated his mobile phone and later summoned him to his official residence at 26 [government address] to retrieve it. Once inside, Saurabh claims he was separate...
Bhopal Youth Returns to Hinduism, Reclaims Original Identity After ‘Reverse Love Jihad’ Ordeal
Madhya Pradesh, State

Bhopal Youth Returns to Hinduism, Reclaims Original Identity After ‘Reverse Love Jihad’ Ordeal

Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh: Aman Khan, a young man who had been forced to convert to Islam under the pretext of a romantic relationship, has officially returned to Hinduism and reclaimed his original name, Shubham Goswami. The ceremony was held at the Gufa Temple in Bhopal, following traditional Hindu rites. Background of the OrdealShubham Goswami, a resident of Bhopal, fell in love with a Muslim girl. Misled into the relationship, he was coerced into adopting Islamic practices, including attending religious congregations and consuming beef, and was sent to a religious group for 180 days. When he resisted permanent conversion, the girl allegedly filed a false rape case against him in 2022, resulting in Shubham spending several months in jail. During this period, his forced conversion was fo...
Ghaziabad Corporation Cracks Down on Littering, Collects ₹6.57 Lakh Fine in a Week
State, Uttar Pradesh

Ghaziabad Corporation Cracks Down on Littering, Collects ₹6.57 Lakh Fine in a Week

Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh: In a major drive to keep the city clean, Ghaziabad Municipal Corporation has imposed fines totaling ₹6.57 lakh in the past week on individuals and businesses found littering and using banned plastics in market areas. The initiative is ongoing across all five municipal zones. Citywide Enforcement and Awareness DriveTeams from the Health Department have actively carried out inspections, with special emphasis on market areas. Awareness boards have been installed in key locations, including the RDC Rajnagar area, to inform citizens that fines will be strictly levied for littering in public spaces. Residents can report violations or request garbage collection through the 311 application or by calling the helpline at 18001803012. Zone-wise Fines Collected Vija...
Tragic Accident in Hanumangarh: Bus Overturns While Avoiding Bike, Three Dead Including School Teacher
Rajasthan, State

Tragic Accident in Hanumangarh: Bus Overturns While Avoiding Bike, Three Dead Including School Teacher

Hanumangarh, Rajasthan: A tragic accident occurred in Hanumangarh on Monday morning when a bus overturned while trying to avoid a bike on Sangaria Road, resulting in the deaths of three people, including a female school teacher. Several passengers sustained injuries and are receiving treatment. Accident DetailsThe accident took place near Mankasar village on Sangaria Road, when a private travel bus was traveling from Hanumangarh to Dabwali. In an attempt to avoid hitting a bike, the bus lost control, collided with a roadside board, and overturned. Two bike riders were trapped under the bus, dying on the spot. They have been identified as Lakhvinder Singh (40) from Nagrana and Bagga Singh, son of Jagdeep Singh (28). Additionally, a government school teacher, Kamaldeep Kaur (35), who was ...