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Chhattisgarh Prepares for Paddy Procurement from 15 November: 2,739 Centers to Facilitate Farmers
Chhattisgarh, State

Chhattisgarh Prepares for Paddy Procurement from 15 November: 2,739 Centers to Facilitate Farmers

Raipur, Chhattisgarh: The state government of Chhattisgarh has completed all arrangements for paddy procurement at the support price, set to begin from 15 November 2025. Authorities have emphasized ensuring a smooth experience for farmers, with special facilities and strict monitoring in place. Extensive Preparations for Farmers’ Convenience Chief Minister Vishnu Dev Sai directed officials to ensure that farmers face no difficulties during paddy sales. All procurement centers will provide adequate seating, shade, drinking water, and basic amenities for farmers. Coordinated under the supervision of district collectors, the Cooperative, Markfed, and Food Departments have prepared all necessary logistics for paddy purchase and removal from the centers. This year, 2,739 procurement ce...
Jharkhand Minor Allegedly Forced into ‘Pakdowa Marriage’ in Dhanbad
Jharkhand, State

Jharkhand Minor Allegedly Forced into ‘Pakdowa Marriage’ in Dhanbad

Dhanbad, Jharkhand: In a shocking incident reminiscent of Bihar’s infamous “Pakdowa marriages,” a 17-year-old boy from Baghmara village, Baliapur police station area in Dhanbad is alleged to have been abducted and forcibly married. The boy’s mother has approached the Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP), seeking urgent action to secure her son’s release. Incident Details According to the boy’s mother, he left home on the evening of 8th November, stating that he was going to Baliapur and would return within two hours. However, he did not come back. When family members tried calling him, the last location he shared was Sindri, after which his mobile went offline. On 9th November, the family received a call from an unknown number, claiming that her son had been married. The caller r...
Ghatshila By-Election 2025: JMM’s Somesh Chandra Soren Leads in Tight Contest
Jharkhand, State

Ghatshila By-Election 2025: JMM’s Somesh Chandra Soren Leads in Tight Contest

Ghatshila, Jharkhand: The Ghatshila Assembly by-election 2025 has turned out to be a closely fought battle between the National Democratic Alliance (NDA-BJP) and the India Alliance (JMM). Counting of votes began at 8:00 AM on 14th November, with live updates keeping voters on edge throughout the day. Key Highlights from the Counting Somesh Chandra Soren of the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) is leading the race with 16,110 votes, ahead of BJP candidate Babulal Soren, who has secured 8,569 votes. Ramdas Murmu of JLKM received 5,278 votes, while candidates from smaller parties and independents accounted for the remaining votes. JMM’s lead widened progressively across rounds of counting: Round 1: Soren 5,450 | Babulal Soren 2,204 | Ramdas Murmu 3,286 Round 2: Soren 10,919 | Ba...
Mussoorie to Host 50 km Ultra Marathon Fulfilling Late Actor Tom Alter’s Dream
State, Uttarakhand

Mussoorie to Host 50 km Ultra Marathon Fulfilling Late Actor Tom Alter’s Dream

Mussoorie, Uttarakhand: On 23rd November, the picturesque hill station of Mussoorie will witness a historic sporting event as a 50-kilometer ultra marathon is organized to fulfill the unfinished dream of renowned actor Tom Alter. Around 400 runners from across India and abroad are expected to participate in this landmark event. Honoring Tom Alter’s Legacy Tom Alter considered Mussoorie his second home and was known for organizing 21 km half marathons here every October. He had envisioned hosting a full 42 km marathon in the hills of Mussoorie. Under the leadership of Sandeep Sahni, President of the Uttarakhand Hotel and Restaurant Association, this dream is now coming to fruition. Multiple Race Categories The event will feature a 50 km ultra marathon, a 42.2 km full marathon, a...
Delhi Blast Investigation: Dr. Shaheen Sayeed Linked to JeM Female Wing and Mastermind’s Wife
jammu and kashmir, State

Delhi Blast Investigation: Dr. Shaheen Sayeed Linked to JeM Female Wing and Mastermind’s Wife

Srinigar/Faridabad: In a major development in the Delhi Red Fort car blast case, authorities have revealed that Dr. Shaheen Sayeed, a resident of Lucknow and faculty member at Al-Falah University, was in contact with Afirah Bibi, the wife of Umar Farooq, the mastermind of the 2019 Pulwama attack. Investigators probing the links of Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) in the Delhi blast and Faridabad explosive seizure have confirmed this connection. Role in Radical Recruitment Sources indicate that Dr. Shaheen Sayeed was involved in recruiting women for extremist activities under JeM’s newly formed female wing, Jamat-ul-Mominat, which Afirah Bibi advises. Dr. Shaheen was reportedly tasked with establishing the group’s India branch and facilitating terrorist recruitment. She was also in contact with...
Delhi Red Fort Blast: i20 Car Used in Attack Traced to Nooh, Haryana
PUNJAB AND HARYANA, State

Delhi Red Fort Blast: i20 Car Used in Attack Traced to Nooh, Haryana

Faridabad/New Delhi: In a major breakthrough in the investigation of the Delhi Red Fort car blast, authorities have revealed that the Hyundai i20 car used in the attack originated from Nooh, Haryana. The incident, which occurred on the evening of November 10, 2025, at 6:52 PM, claimed 13 lives and injured 20 others. Accused Linked to Al-Falah University Investigations indicate that Dr. Umar Nabi Muhammad, a faculty member at Al-Falah University, Faridabad, executed the blast as a suicide attack. CCTV footage shows the i20 car at Sector 21, Asian Hospital traffic light at 7:50 AM on the day of the blast. Earlier footage also tracked the car at Okhla during pollution check procedures, and another video surfaced on November 12 showing the car stuck in traffic, confirming its movements p...
Al-Falah University Faces Major Scrutiny Following Delhi Blast; UGC & AIU Take Action
PUNJAB AND HARYANA, State

Al-Falah University Faces Major Scrutiny Following Delhi Blast; UGC & AIU Take Action

Faridabad/New Delhi: In the aftermath of the terror blast near Delhi’s Red Fort, Al-Falah University in Faridabad has come under intense scrutiny for its alleged links to terrorist activities. The University Grants Commission (UGC) has sought a detailed report from the university administration, while the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) has suspended the university’s membership. Recognition at Risk The university, which received recognition in 2014, may face revocation of its accreditation. The National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) had already issued a “Show Cause” notice after discovering that the university was displaying invalid accreditation certificates on its website. NAAC noted that Al-Falah University falsely claimed Grade-A accreditation for three of ...
Bageshwar Dham’s Dhirendra Shastri Issues Stern Warning: “Madrasa Clerics Should Create Doctors, Not Militants”
PUNJAB AND HARYANA, State

Bageshwar Dham’s Dhirendra Shastri Issues Stern Warning: “Madrasa Clerics Should Create Doctors, Not Militants”

Faridabad/Delhi: In the wake of the terror blast near Delhi’s Red Fort, Baba Dhirendra Shastri, head of Bageshwar Dham, has issued a stern warning, urging madrasa clerics to guide children toward constructive paths. Addressing the media during the Hindu Sanatan Ekta Padayatra in Haryana, Shastri emphasized that his pilgrimage had been a potential target in a bid to intimidate Hindus. Message to Madrasas Speaking passionately, Shastri said, “Madrasa teachers must aim to nurture children into becoming great doctors like Dr. Kalam, not radicals like Dr. Mulla. Failure to do so will bring difficulties to the entire community.” He highlighted that the Delhi blast was a terrorist act and warned that the Padayatra itself had been under threat. Padayatra Progress and Reception The Hind...
Tarn Taran Bypoll 2025: AAP Extends Lead After 9 Rounds, Key Indicator Ahead of Punjab Assembly Elections
PUNJAB AND HARYANA, State

Tarn Taran Bypoll 2025: AAP Extends Lead After 9 Rounds, Key Indicator Ahead of Punjab Assembly Elections

Tarn Taran, Punjab: The vote counting for the Tarn Taran Assembly bypoll in Punjab has begun, with postal ballots being tallied first, followed by votes from Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs). This bypoll, conducted in 16 rounds, is being closely watched as a crucial political indicator ahead of the 2027 Punjab Assembly elections. Round-wise Results Highlight AAP Surge After 9 rounds of counting, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) candidate has taken a clear lead with 23,773 votes, ahead of the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) candidate, who has 18,263 votes. The Congress candidate stands at 9,470 votes, while the BJP candidate has 3,009 votes. Earlier rounds showed a gradual shift in voter preference: Round 2: SAD-5,843 | AAP-4,363 | Congress-2,955 | BJP-435 Round 3: SAD-7,348 | AAP-6,974...
Alarming Eye Health Findings in Rajasthan Government Schools: Over 47,000 Students Identified with Weak Vision
Rajasthan, State

Alarming Eye Health Findings in Rajasthan Government Schools: Over 47,000 Students Identified with Weak Vision

Kota, Rajasthan: A recent eye health survey under the Rajasthan School Health Screening Program has revealed concerning statistics about students in government schools. Out of 7.5 million enrolled students, over 47,000 were found to have weak vision during eye tests conducted across the state. The Education Department is currently updating and analyzing this data to plan corrective measures. Kota Students Receive Glasses In Kota, eye tests were conducted in various government schools. Out of 1,020 students tested, 300 students were found to require glasses. 50 students have already received glasses, and efforts are underway to provide the remaining students with corrective lenses. CBE0 Snehalata Sharma stated that through collaboration with the Social Justice and Empowerment Departme...

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