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Chetan Baba: The Devotee Performing Daily Circumambulations of Govardhan
State, Uttar Pradesh

Chetan Baba: The Devotee Performing Daily Circumambulations of Govardhan

Mathura: Revered across India, Saint Chetan Baba, also known as Chaitanya Das Baba in Mathura and Vrindavan, has been a living symbol of devotion for decades. Originally from West Bengal, he arrived in the Braj region around 40 years ago and has since dedicated his life to spiritual practice. For the past 37 years, he has been performing the Govardhan Parikrama, walking the sacred 21-kilometer route around Govardhan Hill twice daily. Meeting with Saint Premanand MaharajRecently, the renowned saint Premanand Maharaj visited Govardhan and met Chetan Baba. Devotees formed long queues to receive blessings from Baba. During the meeting, Premanand Maharaj reflected on the spiritual wisdom of Baba, saying, “There is no problem in the world that cannot be solved; every difficulty has a way forw...
IndiGo Flight Makes Emergency Landing in Ahmedabad Following Bomb Threat
Gujarat, State

IndiGo Flight Makes Emergency Landing in Ahmedabad Following Bomb Threat

Ahmedabad: An IndiGo flight traveling from Madinah to Hyderabad made an emergency landing at Ahmedabad’s Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport after receiving a bomb threat via email. Flight 6E 058, carrying over 180 passengers and six crew members, was safely grounded as security agencies immediately swung into action. Bomb Threat and Security ResponseIndiGo Airlines reportedly received an email claiming that Flight 6E 058 had an explosive device on board. The airline promptly informed the authorities, and the flight was diverted to Ahmedabad as a precautionary measure. Upon landing, the aircraft was isolated, and passengers underwent screening while security personnel, including CISF and BDDS, conducted an initial investigation. Inspection and ClearanceThe flight had depar...
Jay Pawar Wedding: Ajit Pawar’s Younger Son to Tie the Knot in Bahrain
Maharashtra, State

Jay Pawar Wedding: Ajit Pawar’s Younger Son to Tie the Knot in Bahrain

Mumbai: Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister and NCP chief Ajit Pawar’s younger son, Jay Pawar, is set to marry Rutuja Patil this Friday, 5 December 2025. Unlike the usual high-profile weddings in Mumbai or Pune, the wedding will be held in Bahrain, marking a destination wedding for the Pawar family. The grand celebrations are expected to span four days, starting Thursday with the Mehendi ceremony and culminating in the reception on Sunday. Wedding Details and Guest ListThe main wedding ceremony and reception will take place at the Ritz-Carlton, a five-star hotel in Manama, Bahrain. Around 400 guests are expected to attend, with only a select few NCP leaders invited locally, including National Executive President Praful Patel and Maharashtra NCP Chief Sunil Tatkare. This is the second wedd...
Bihar Bulldozer Controversy: RJD MLA Asks Deputy CM Not to Be Dubbed ‘Bulldozer Baba’
Bihar, Politics, State

Bihar Bulldozer Controversy: RJD MLA Asks Deputy CM Not to Be Dubbed ‘Bulldozer Baba’

Patna, Bihar: The “Bulldozer” issue reverberated through the Bihar Assembly on the fourth day of the winter session, as the opposition raised sharp questions over the state government’s eviction drive. RJD MLA Kumar Sarvjeet from Bodh Gaya took the floor, targeting Deputy Chief Minister and Home Minister Samrat Chaudhary, asking why he was being dubbed ‘Bulldozer Baba.’ Opposition Raises Bulldozer IssueDuring the session, Kumar Sarvjeet initially spoke in a lighthearted tone but soon launched a pointed critique at the Deputy CM. He noted that while Chaudhary’s son had been given a royal name, the media and public had started referring to him as ‘Bulldozer Baba’ due to the government’s demolition drives against encroachments from Patna to Begusarai and Gaya. The MLA expressed concern tha...
Young Woman Abducted and Murdered; Bulandshahr Police Nab Accused Salim in Encounter, Constable Injured
State, Uttar Pradesh

Young Woman Abducted and Murdered; Bulandshahr Police Nab Accused Salim in Encounter, Constable Injured

Bulandshahr, UP: In a shocking incident, a young woman was abducted and shot dead in Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh. The accused, identified as Salim, was apprehended by the police following an encounter during which a police constable was also injured. According to reports, the victim, identified as Kshama from Hasanpur Naithla village, went missing suddenly. Despite extensive searches, there was no trace of her. Later, her body was found dumped in the Balipur Gang Canal. Initially, a local youth was interrogated in connection with the case but released. Subsequent investigations confirmed the victim’s identity as Kshama, and her body was brought back to the village on Thursday. The police are also investigating potential sexual assault angles, including rape or gang-rape. Encounter and...
Opposition Demands Accountability for ₹10,000 Women’s Employment Scheme; Government Given Deadline This Month
Bihar, Politics, State

Opposition Demands Accountability for ₹10,000 Women’s Employment Scheme; Government Given Deadline This Month

Patna: During the fourth day of the Bihar Assembly’s winter session, opposition members raised questions regarding the Women’s Employment Scheme. MLA Kumar Sarvjeet from Bodhgaya demanded an account of the ₹10,000 provided to women under the scheme, asking Chief Minister Nitish Kumar to present a detailed report on its utilization and the development achieved by the beneficiaries in the upcoming budget session. Kumar Sarvjeet began by extending greetings to the Speaker, noting the historic appointment of a backward community member as the Assembly Speaker after 56 years. He recalled his own experiences across four terms as an MLA and highlighted the uniqueness of this election period, observing unprecedented voter engagement from other states and congratulating the Chief Minister for th...
What’s Next for Eknath Shinde? Uddhav Thackeray’s ‘Reverse Gear’ Adds New Twist to Maharashtra Politics Amid BJP Tensions
Maharashtra, Politics, State

What’s Next for Eknath Shinde? Uddhav Thackeray’s ‘Reverse Gear’ Adds New Twist to Maharashtra Politics Amid BJP Tensions

Mumbai: The political fault lines between BJP and Shiv Sena in Maharashtra remain unresolved as the state gears up for municipal elections. Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde recently appeared alongside Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis at the Orange Gate Urban Tunnel Project in Mumbai, but tensions within the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) alliance persist. Amid this, former CM Uddhav Thackeray has initiated a “reverse gear” strategy to reclaim Shiv Sena leaders and workers. After staying largely inactive since the 2022 split, Uddhav Thackeray has become active in the BMC elections. In the past two days, several leaders and supporters from the Shinde camp have returned to Uddhav’s Shiv Sena, creating a stir within the party. While this move has pleased Uddhav’s faction, tensions continue betw...
Divya Gehlot Opens Up About Domestic Abuse, Denied Access to 4-Year-Old Daughter in High-Profile Political Family
Madhya Pradesh, Politics, State

Divya Gehlot Opens Up About Domestic Abuse, Denied Access to 4-Year-Old Daughter in High-Profile Political Family

RATLAM: In a case that has raised eyebrows due to the family’s political prominence, Divya Gehlot, daughter-in-law of senior political leader Thawar Chand Gehlot, has lodged serious allegations of dowry harassment, mental abuse, and domestic violence against her husband and in-laws. Divya approached Ratalam SP Amit Kumar with detailed complaints, highlighting the abuse she faced in a family active in politics for over four decades. Thawar Chand Gehlot has been a five-time MLA, four-time Lok Sabha MP, and twice a Rajya Sabha MP, recognized nationally as a key Dalit leader. According to Divya, her husband Devendra Gehlot began harassing her for a dowry of ₹50 lakh just months after their wedding on 29 April 2018, under the Chief Minister’s Kanyadaan Yojana. She also accused her father-...
Chhindwara BLO Turns Up Drunk at Collectorate, Complains About Workload and Senior Officers
Madhya Pradesh, Politics, State

Chhindwara BLO Turns Up Drunk at Collectorate, Complains About Workload and Senior Officers

Chhindwara: An unusual incident took place late Tuesday evening at the Chhindwara Collectorate when an Assistant BLO (Booth Level Officer) arrived intoxicated, attempting to submit electoral forms to the District Collector. The officer, clearly under the influence of alcohol, raised complaints about excessive workload and alleged misconduct by a senior BLO, declaring that he would no longer perform his duties. Carrying electoral forms in his hands, the BLO approached the Collector to hand over the documents. However, his erratic and disorderly behavior prompted staff and on-duty police personnel to escort him out of the premises. Even after being removed, he continued to mutter incoherently on the grounds for some time. Before reaching the Collector’s office, the inebriated officer f...
IAS Tina Dabi Takes Stern Action Over Mismanagement at Barmer Veterinary Hospital and Bus Stand
Rajasthan, State

IAS Tina Dabi Takes Stern Action Over Mismanagement at Barmer Veterinary Hospital and Bus Stand

Barmer: Barmer District Collector Tina Dabi expressed strong displeasure over rampant negligence and poor maintenance at the Barmer Veterinary Hospital and Roadways Bus Stand during an unannounced inspection. The sudden visit revealed alarming levels of dirt, disorder, and foul odor, leaving even the collector struggling to breathe. During her surprise inspection, Tina Dabi found the premises in a shocking state. Toilets were filthy, drinking water facilities were inadequate, and broken taps added to the chaos. At the bus stand, the situation was equally poor, with CCTV cameras not operational, worsening overall management. Collector Dabi did not hesitate to reprimand the responsible officials on the spot, ordering immediate cleaning and maintenance. She directed the technical staff ...