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Faridabad: 22-Year-Old Shooter Allegedly Raped by Friend’s Acquaintance at Hotel
PUNJAB AND HARYANA, State

Faridabad: 22-Year-Old Shooter Allegedly Raped by Friend’s Acquaintance at Hotel

Faridabad, Haryana: A disturbing case has emerged from Faridabad, where a 22-year-old shooter from Bhiwani allegedly faced sexual assault at a hotel while attending a shooting competition at Dr. Karni Singh Shooting Range, Delhi. The shooter had come with a friend for the event. Police are currently investigating the matter. How the Incident UnfoldedAccording to reports, the shooter, a resident of a village in Bhiwani, arrived in Faridabad on Tuesday with her friend to participate in the competition. On Wednesday evening, the friend contacted an acquaintance, Gaurav, to drop them at the metro station. About thirty minutes later, Gaurav arrived with another man, Satendra. The four of them booked two rooms at a hotel in Sarai Khwaja and began a gathering in one of the rooms. Later that...
Meerut: Husband Who ‘Let’ Wife Marry Lover Now Pleads for Her Return
State, Uttar Pradesh

Meerut: Husband Who ‘Let’ Wife Marry Lover Now Pleads for Her Return

Meerut, Uttar Pradesh: A story of love, fear, and regret has emerged from Sarurpur police station area, where a man who allowed his wife to marry her lover is now approaching the police, seeking her return. The incident dates back to the night of December 7, when a local man reportedly caught his wife in a compromising situation with her lover. Shocked and fearing for his own safety, he handed both of them over to the police with the help of his family. A village panchayat was held the next day in the presence of both families. However, dissatisfied with his wife’s behavior, her own family distanced themselves from her. Marriage in a TempleFollowing the panchayat, citing fear for his life and referencing the well-known Neela Drum case in Meerut, the husband refused to stay with his w...
Kota’s 79-Ton Giant Bell Remains Stuck in Mold for Two Years, Minister Calls It a ‘Ruin’
Rajasthan, State

Kota’s 79-Ton Giant Bell Remains Stuck in Mold for Two Years, Minister Calls It a ‘Ruin’

Kota, Rajasthan: The 79-ton bell at Chambal River Front, designed to be India’s largest single-piece casting bell, has remained trapped in its mold for two years, sparking renewed political and administrative debate. Despite being cast from 13 different metals and completed in size over two years ago, the bell has yet to be removed from its mold. Minister Labels the Bell a ‘Ruin’During a visit to the Chambal River Front, UDH Minister Jhabar Singh Kharra described the bell as a structure that may remain a “ruin” due to the lack of available technical experts to remove it. The minister also referred to the River Front project as a “white elephant”, citing monthly maintenance costs of approximately ₹1.5 crore and the search for new revenue sources. Engineers’ Vision: ‘Om’ ResonanceEngin...
AAP Dominates Doaba Region in Punjab District and Panchayat Elections
Politics, PUNJAB AND HARYANA, State

AAP Dominates Doaba Region in Punjab District and Panchayat Elections

Chandigarh: The results of Punjab’s District Council and Block Committee elections have brought cheer to the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), as the party made significant inroads into the Doaba region, traditionally considered a Congress stronghold. The only exception in the entire election was Nawanshahr, where Congress managed to retain its lead. AAP Emerges as the Leading PartyVoting for 346 District Council zones across 22 districts and 2,838 Block Committee zones for 153 committees was held on December 14, with results declared on December 18. In the District Council elections, AAP secured 218 zones, while Congress won 62, Shiromani Akali Dal 46, BJP 7, and BSP 3 zones. Independent candidates claimed victories in 10 zones. In the Block Committee elections, AAP again led with 1,531 seats,...
Gonda: JCB Unearths Jar Containing 509 Silver Coins Near Temple, Suspects Flee
State, Uttar Pradesh

Gonda: JCB Unearths Jar Containing 509 Silver Coins Near Temple, Suspects Flee

Gonda, Uttar Pradesh: A routine excavation near a temple in Thakurapura village, Balpur, Kurnailganj Tehsil took an unexpected turn on Wednesday when a JCB machine struck a buried earthen jar, revealing a hoard of 509 silver coins. According to eyewitnesses, the digging was part of local construction work when the JCB’s bucket hit the jar buried in the soil. Upon unearthing it, the jar was found to contain a large number of ancient silver coins, whose design and patina suggested they were quite old. Suspects Flee With CoinsBefore the police could arrive at the scene, the temple priests, Baba Ram Das and Sanjay Baba, were distracted, and the JCB driver, along with his accomplices, took the 509 silver coins and fled. The incident drew a crowd of villagers who had gathered to witness th...
‘Nadiya Ke Paar’ Returns to Patna After 43 Years for Special Screening
Bihar, State

‘Nadiya Ke Paar’ Returns to Patna After 43 Years for Special Screening

When the history of Bhojpuri cinema is written, ‘Nadiya Ke Paar’ will always hold a special place. Released on October 10, 1982, this film was more than just a blockbuster—it became a cultural phenomenon. Every song from the movie became iconic, and its depiction of rural Bihar resonated deeply with audiences. Now, 43 years later, Patna will witness a special screening of this classic film. A Timeless Musical CharmThe film’s title song, “Kaun disha mein leke chala re batohiya”, sung melodiously by Hemlata and Jaspal Singh, continues to captivate listeners even today. Lyrics such as “Tang karne ka tose naata hai gujriya” are remembered for their simplicity and charm. The movie’s portrayal of village life, social dynamics, playful mischief, and commentary on dowry practices made it an unf...
Rajasthan’s ‘Singham’ IPS Dinesh MN Set to Serve in Central Government
Rajasthan, State

Rajasthan’s ‘Singham’ IPS Dinesh MN Set to Serve in Central Government

Renowned Rajasthan cadre IPS officer Dinesh MN, famously known as the ‘Real Singham,’ is likely to join the central government soon. A 1995-batch officer, Dinesh MN has earned acclaim for taking decisive action against notorious criminals and gangsters in Rajasthan, including his significant role in high-profile cases such as the Anandpal encounter. Criminals Fear His NameSenior IPS officer Dinesh MN has long been a figure that criminals dread. Throughout his postings, he has personally led operations against hardened criminals, often going into the field with police teams to ensure offenders are brought to justice. While serving as SP in Sawai Madhopur, his team carried out the encounter of dreaded dacoit Ram Singh. Seven Years in Jail, Returned StrongerDuring his tenure as SP in Ud...
Ghaziabad Goes High-Tech: 350 New CCTV Cameras to Strengthen City Surveillance by January
State, Uttar Pradesh

Ghaziabad Goes High-Tech: 350 New CCTV Cameras to Strengthen City Surveillance by January

Ghaziabad is set to become a safer city with the addition of 350 state-of-the-art CCTV cameras, which will be directly connected to the police control room by January. This initiative, led by the Municipal Corporation, aims to enhance security and monitor public spaces more effectively. A Comprehensive Surveillance PlanTo bolster the city’s safety measures, the Municipal Corporation, in coordination with the police, has issued work orders for the installation of high-tech cameras across key locations in Ghaziabad. These cameras will cover busy intersections, crowded areas, and public parks, ensuring continuous monitoring. Previously, over 1,500 private CCTV cameras from homes, shops, malls, and other establishments were integrated into the city’s control room system. The addition of ...
£10,000 Scholarship for Indians in the UK Could Make Study Abroad Dreams Come True
education

£10,000 Scholarship for Indians in the UK Could Make Study Abroad Dreams Come True

UK GREAT Scholarship 2026-27: Indian students planning to pursue a Master’s or Postgraduate (PG) degree in the UK have a golden opportunity. The British Council, in collaboration with the UK Government’s GREAT Britain campaign, has announced the GREAT Scholarship for the academic year 2026-27. The initiative aims to provide financial support to talented Indian students seeking higher education in the UK. Scholarship DetailsA total of 12 scholarships will be awarded to Indian students. Each scholarship is valued at £10,000 (approximately ₹12 lakh), sufficient to cover tuition for a one-year postgraduate course. Eligible courses span Finance, Marketing, Business, Psychology, Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, Humanities, Arts, Music, and Dance. Four universities are offering t...
“If You Lose Your Job…”: H-1B Workers Stuck in India Face Delays, Experts Warn of Risks
education

“If You Lose Your Job…”: H-1B Workers Stuck in India Face Delays, Experts Warn of Risks

US H-1B Visa Update: The H-1B visa, a popular route for working in the United States, is initially granted for three years and can be extended for another three. However, 2025 has brought unexpected challenges for Indian professionals seeking H-1B employment. Visa Appointments DelayedH-1B visa applicants and workers planning to start jobs in the US are facing long delays. Interview appointments have been pushed back by at least six months, putting many jobs at risk. Applicants who were scheduled for interviews this month now have new dates in March-April 2026. The delay is attributed to a new US policy requiring social media checks before issuing visas. Since 15 December 2025, applicants have experienced postponed appointments, affecting thousands of H-1B workers who were preparing t...

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