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Bangladesh Court Sentences Former PM Sheikh Hasina to Death Over Student Protests; Former Home Minister Also Penalized
Opinion, Politics, world

Bangladesh Court Sentences Former PM Sheikh Hasina to Death Over Student Protests; Former Home Minister Also Penalized

Dhaka: In a historic and unprecedented verdict, the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) of Bangladesh has sentenced former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to death, along with former Home Minister Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal, for alleged crimes against humanity linked to the anti-reservation student protests of July–August 2024. Former Police Chief Chowdhury Abdullah Al-Mamun was also found culpable, receiving varying sentences in related cases. Court Findings The ICT, presided over by Justice Ghulam Mortuza Mojumdar, concluded that Sheikh Hasina, Kamal, and Al-Mamun were responsible for orchestrating violent crackdowns against student demonstrators. According to the court, Hasina issued orders for lethal force, including the use of helicopters and drones, resulting in the deaths of approxim...
Sheikh Hasina Reacts to Death Sentence, Labels Bangladeshi Court Decision ‘Biased and Politically Motivated’
Politics, world

Sheikh Hasina Reacts to Death Sentence, Labels Bangladeshi Court Decision ‘Biased and Politically Motivated’

Dhaka/New Delhi: Former Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has issued her first official response after being sentenced to death by the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT). She described the verdict as the product of a “rigged, partisan, and undemocratic tribunal” operating under an interim government without any democratic mandate. According to Hasina, the death sentence recommendation reflects an attempt by extremist elements within the interim administration to eliminate her as the country’s last elected Prime Minister and weaken the Awami League as a political force. Criticism of Interim Government Sheikh Hasina criticized the government led by Dr. Mohammad Yunus, accusing it of chaotic, violent, and socially regressive governance. She stated that millions of Bangladeshi...
Congress MLA Virendra Chaudhary Sits on SDM’s Chair, Sparks Administrative Buzz in Maharajganj
State, Uttar Pradesh

Congress MLA Virendra Chaudhary Sits on SDM’s Chair, Sparks Administrative Buzz in Maharajganj

Maharajganj: A photograph of Congress MLA Virendra Chaudhary seated on a chair in the SDM’s office in Farenda, Maharajganj, has gone viral on social media, creating a stir in political and administrative circles. The image, which Chaudhary himself posted on his social media account, shows him seated during a meeting in the SDM’s chamber. The meeting was organized in connection with upcoming sports events and was attended by SDM Shailendra Gautam, BDO officials, and other administrative personnel. MLA Clarifies Responding to the controversy, Virendra Chaudhary clarified that he was seated on a regular chair in the chamber and not on the SDM’s official chair. Addressing the issue with a touch of humor, he remarked: "I am not a contractor to go and touch the SDM’s feet." Admini...
Mukhtar Ansari’s Younger Son Omar Marries in Private Delhi Ceremony; Brother Abbas Shares Photo
State, Uttar Pradesh

Mukhtar Ansari’s Younger Son Omar Marries in Private Delhi Ceremony; Brother Abbas Shares Photo

Ghazipur/Delhi: The marriage of Omar Ansari, younger son of former politician Mukhtar Ansari, has been quietly celebrated in Delhi, drawing attention on social media. Following in the footsteps of his elder brother Abbas Ansari, whose wedding in Jaipur in 2021 was also held privately, Omar’s ceremony was kept strictly low-key. Private Ceremony with Close Family The wedding was attended only by close relatives and a few select guests. Abbas Ansari shared a congratulatory message on his X (formerly Twitter) handle, along with a photo from the ceremony, writing: "Heartiest congratulations to my younger brother Omar on his nikah. May Allah bless you both with happiness and prosperity always." Social Media Buzz While the identity of Omar’s bride has not been officially disclosed,...
Police Allegedly Misbehave with Temple Staff During Dhirendra Shastri’s Banke Bihari Visit, ASP Anuj Chaudhary Caught on Camera
State, Uttar Pradesh

Police Allegedly Misbehave with Temple Staff During Dhirendra Shastri’s Banke Bihari Visit, ASP Anuj Chaudhary Caught on Camera

Mathura, UP: Tensions flared at the Banke Bihari Temple on Sunday evening when police allegedly misbehaved with temple staff and organizers during the visit of Pandit Dhirendra Krishna Shastri, head of Bageshwar Dham. Videos circulating on social media show a confrontation involving ASP Anuj Chaudhary, raising questions about police conduct. Incident Details According to eyewitnesses, the incident occurred as Shastri arrived for the temple rituals. One of the temple sevayats (attendants) was allegedly grabbed by the collar by ASP Anuj Chaudhary, causing a puja thali in his hand to fall and scatter its contents on the floor. The viral footage has sparked outrage among devotees and temple organizers. Temple Organizers Speak Out Acharya Mridul Kant Shastri, spokesperson for the Sa...
Scenic Rajasthan to Get Smoother Travel: 8-Lane Tunnel Under Mukundra Tiger Reserve to Ease Delhi-Mumbai Journey
Rajasthan, State

Scenic Rajasthan to Get Smoother Travel: 8-Lane Tunnel Under Mukundra Tiger Reserve to Ease Delhi-Mumbai Journey

Kota, Rajasthan: Travelers on the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway can look forward to a faster and more scenic journey as a 4.9-kilometer tunnel under the Mukundra Tiger Reserve nears completion. The tunnel, featuring eight lanes, is expected to open to traffic by March 2026, significantly reducing travel time and congestion. Tunnel Construction Progress The twin-tube tunnel is being constructed beneath the tiger reserve, with both tubes on the Chechat side of Kota district now completed. The remaining section toward Gopalpura is in the final stages of construction and is expected to be finished within a month. The road surface is being laid, and installation of electrical panels, sensors, CCTV cameras, and lighting is in progress. NHAI Project Director Sandeep Agarwal confirmed that road su...
Horrific Bike Accident in Hapur: Father and Son Injured as Vehicle Runs 50 Meters on Its Own, CCTV Captures Terrifying Moment
State, Uttar Pradesh

Horrific Bike Accident in Hapur: Father and Son Injured as Vehicle Runs 50 Meters on Its Own, CCTV Captures Terrifying Moment

Hapur, UP: A chilling accident on the Hapur National Highway left a father and son critically injured after their speeding bike lost control and crashed into the roadside railing. Shockingly, the bike continued to roll on its own for nearly 50 meters after the riders were thrown off. The entire incident was captured on CCTV. Accident Details The accident occurred near Shiva Dhaba in the Pilkhuwa Nagar Kotwali area. According to reports, Bhopal Singh, a resident of Kaanvi village, was traveling with his son Charan Singh from Ghaziabad towards Hapur. Suddenly, the bike lost balance at high speed and collided violently with the side railing. The impact threw both father and son onto the road, leaving them seriously injured. Even more astonishing, the unmanned bike continued rolling d...
Jharkhand Prepares for Comprehensive Voter List Revision: CEO K. Ravi Kumar Issues Key Directives
Jharkhand, State

Jharkhand Prepares for Comprehensive Voter List Revision: CEO K. Ravi Kumar Issues Key Directives

Ranchi: The Chief Electoral Officer of Jharkhand, K. Ravi Kumar, has reviewed the state’s preparations for the comprehensive revision of the electoral rolls, in line with directives from the Election Commission of India (ECI). He emphasized the need for meticulous planning to ensure a smooth and efficient Summary Revision (SIR) process. Mapping with 2003 Voter List K. Ravi Kumar instructed officials to maximize the mapping of the current voter list with the 2003 electoral roll. This mapping will facilitate easier filling of enumeration forms for voters whose details match with the older list, thereby streamlining the upcoming SIR process. Zero Tolerance for Negligence The CEO underscored that no negligence will be tolerated in electoral duties. He directed that if any Booth Lev...
Suspicious Youth Apprehended Near India-Pakistan Border Identified as UP Resident Pankaj Kashyap
Rajasthan, State

Suspicious Youth Apprehended Near India-Pakistan Border Identified as UP Resident Pankaj Kashyap

Jaisalmer: Security agencies were put on alert after a suspicious youth was apprehended near the India-Pakistan border in Rajasthan. During a routine patrol in the 192 RD canal area, the 38th Battalion of the Border Security Force (BSF) detained a young man exhibiting unusual behavior. He was later handed over to the local PTM police station for further investigation. Identity Revealed During Interrogation The youth identified himself as Pankaj Kashyap, 21, from Shahjahanpur, Uttar Pradesh. According to BSF officials, he was found wandering in the border area without a valid reason, prompting his detention. Initial inquiries by the BSF were completed before transferring him to the police for detailed questioning. No Suspicious Findings in JIC Interrogation A Joint Interrogation...
MBBS Student Ajit’s Body Reaches Alwar 28 Days After Death; Post-Mortem Conducted in Delhi
Rajasthan, State

MBBS Student Ajit’s Body Reaches Alwar 28 Days After Death; Post-Mortem Conducted in Delhi

Alwar: The body of 22-year-old Ajit Chaudhary, an MBBS student from Kafanwara village, Laxmangarh Tehsil, Alwar district, who had been studying in Russia, arrived in India 28 days after his death. The family brought the body to Alwar’s Rajiv Gandhi Hospital for a post-mortem, carried out by a three-member medical board constituted under the directions of Union Minister Bhupendra Yadav. The board included Dr. K.K. Meena, Dr. Mahendra Rawat, and Dr. Vinod Yadav. Ajit went missing in Russia on October 19, 2025, while studying at Bashkir State Medical University in Ufa. His body was recovered from a river near White River on November 6, and post-mortem in Ufa concluded that the cause of death was drowning. The body was flown to Delhi, arriving at the airport around 5 a.m., before being tran...

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