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talian Couple Marries in Varanasi Following Hindu Rituals, Calls It a Spiritual Bond for Lifetimes

12Nov

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State, Uttar Pradesh

talian Couple Marries in Varanasi Following Hindu Rituals, Calls It a Spiritual Bond for Lifetimes

H I Reported by: Abhishek Kumar Jha | NBT Digital | Varanasi | November 12, 2025 In a heartwarming cross-cultural celebration of faith and love, an Italian couple, Antonelia and Gloris, tied the knot in Varanasi following traditional Hindu rituals. The ceremony took place at the Nau Durga Temple in Shivala, where the duo took seven sacred vows (pheras) around the holy fire — embracing India’s ancient Sanatan tradition as a symbol of eternal union. Faith Beyond Borders The couple, both professionals based in Italy, had arrived in Varanasi three days prior to the ceremony. Though they had already been married in a Christian church in Italy, their deep spiritual inclination toward Indian customs and Hindu philosophy brought them to the holy city to sanctify their bond o...

Bihar: Pregnant Officer Completes Election Duty Amid Labor Pain, Gives Birth to Baby Girl After Fulfilling Her Responsibility

12Nov

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Bihar

Bihar: Pregnant Officer Completes Election Duty Amid Labor Pain, Gives Birth to Baby Girl After Fulfilling Her Responsibility

Edited by: Rishikesh Narayan Singh | Reported by: Pranay Raj | NBT Digital | November 12, 2025 Nalanda (Bihar): In a remarkable display of dedication and courage, Rashmi Kumari, the Deputy Collector (Land Reforms) of Hilsa Subdivision, continued to perform her election duties even while experiencing labor pain. Only after ensuring that all EVMs were safely deposited in the strong room, did she allow herself to go to the hospital — where she soon gave birth to a healthy baby girl, affectionately called ‘Lakshmi.’ Duty Above Pain: The Spirit of True Service Despite being in the final stage of her pregnancy, Rashmi Kumari showed extraordinary commitment during the Bihar Assembly Elections. She was responsible for supervising 390 polling stations in the Islampur Assembly constitue...

Environmental Violation in Uttarakhand: Construction Debris from Helang Bypass Dumped into Alaknanda River

12Nov

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State, Uttarakhand

Environmental Violation in Uttarakhand: Construction Debris from Helang Bypass Dumped into Alaknanda River

By Aishwarya Kumar Rai | NBT Digital | November 11, 2025 Joshimath (Uttarakhand): Alarming visuals and local reports have revealed blatant environmental negligence during the construction of the Helang–Marwari bypass, located about 13 kilometers before Jyotirmath. The construction agency responsible for the project has allegedly been dumping debris directly into the Alaknanda River, instead of creating a designated dumping yard. Locals claim that since the inception of the 13-kilometer bypass project, the company has continuously been disposing of construction waste into the river, causing severe water pollution, erosion, and a shift in the river’s natural flow. Despite repeated complaints from villagers, no corrective action has yet been taken. Local Administration Acknowledg...

Major Shake-up in Uttarakhand Congress: Ganesh Godiyal Reappointed as State President; 27 District Chiefs Announced

12Nov

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Politics, State, Uttarakhand

Major Shake-up in Uttarakhand Congress: Ganesh Godiyal Reappointed as State President; 27 District Chiefs Announced

Dehradun: In a significant organizational reshuffle, the Indian National Congress has once again appointed Ganesh Godiyal as the President of the Uttarakhand Pradesh Congress Committee (PCC). The decision, announced on Tuesday through an official press release by AICC General Secretary K.C. Venugopal, has injected fresh energy into the party’s state unit ahead of the 2027 Assembly Elections. Alongside Godiyal’s appointment, the party also announced 27 new district presidents and constituted two crucial committees to gear up for the upcoming polls. Former state president Pritam Singh will head the Campaign Committee, while senior leader and former cabinet minister Dr. Harak Singh Rawat has been tasked with leading the Election Management Committee. Outgoing state president Karan Mahra...

Uttarakhand Emerges as Investors’ Hotspot Under CM Pushkar Singh Dhami, Bags Five National Awards in BRAP 2024

12Nov

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Politics, State, Uttarakhand

Uttarakhand Emerges as Investors’ Hotspot Under CM Pushkar Singh Dhami, Bags Five National Awards in BRAP 2024

Dehradun: In a remarkable achievement, Uttarakhand has strengthened its position as one of India’s most business-friendly states by winning five top national awards under the Business Reform Action Plan (BRAP) 2024. These recognitions, the highest received by any state or Union Territory, highlight Uttarakhand’s rapid transformation into a preferred destination for industrial investment under the leadership of Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami. The awards were presented during the ‘Udyog Samagam 2025’ held in New Delhi, where Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal felicitated State Industries Secretary Vinay Shankar Pandey and Director General & Commissioner of Industries Dr. Saurabh Gaharwar. Union Minister of State Jitin Prasada was also present on the occasion. ...

Ganesh Godiyal Appointed as Uttarakhand Congress President Again

12Nov

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Politics, State, Uttarakhand

Ganesh Godiyal Appointed as Uttarakhand Congress President Again

Dehradun: The All India Congress Committee (AICC) has made a major organizational reshuffle in Uttarakhand ahead of the 2027 Assembly elections. Senior party leader Ganesh Godiyal has been appointed as the new Uttarakhand Pradesh Congress Committee (PCC) President, replacing Karan Mahara. This marks the second time Godiyal has been entrusted with the state leadership, as he previously served as PCC Chief in 2021. His reappointment has sparked enthusiasm among party workers, who view it as a strategic move by the Congress high command to strengthen the party’s position in the hill state. According to an official letter issued by Congress General Secretary K.C. Venugopal, several other key appointments were also made: Pritam Singh, MLA from Chakrata and former PCC Chief, has been n...

Cold Intensifies Across Uttarakhand as Minimum Temperatures Drop; Dry Weather to Persist

12Nov

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State, Uttarakhand

Cold Intensifies Across Uttarakhand as Minimum Temperatures Drop; Dry Weather to Persist

Dehradun: The chill across Uttarakhand is steadily increasing as minimum temperatures continue to drop across both the plains and the hill regions. Despite dry weather conditions prevailing throughout the state, the fall in nighttime temperatures has intensified the cold, particularly in the mountainous areas where bone-chilling conditions are being reported. According to the Meteorological Department, dry weather is expected to continue over the next few days. However, the difference between daytime and nighttime temperatures is likely to widen further. In Dehradun, bright sunshine was seen throughout Tuesday, but as evening approached, the mercury dipped sharply, increasing the cold. The city’s minimum temperature fell below 12°C, while the maximum was recorded at 28.4°C. Temper...

“If Not Koli, Then Who Killed Our Children?” — Nithari Victims Still Seek Justice

12Nov

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Uttar Pradesh

“If Not Koli, Then Who Killed Our Children?” — Nithari Victims Still Seek Justice

Noida: Nearly two decades after the horrific Nithari killings, the Supreme Court’s recent verdict has once again reopened old wounds for the victims’ families. The court’s decision to acquit one of the prime accused, Surinder Koli, has left many parents devastated and searching for answers. Among them is 63-year-old Jhabbulal and his wife Sunita (60), who lost their daughter Jyoti in 2006 — one of the many innocent victims whose remains were found near house number D-5 in Noida’s Nithari village. “If Koli didn’t kill them, then who did?” Jhabbulal asks, his voice trembling with emotion. “If he’s been acquitted, then why was he kept in jail all these years? Who will tell us the truth?” The couple, originally from Unnao district, Uttar Pradesh, had moved to Nithari four decades ago in ...

Chhindwara Cough Syrup Case: Medical Store Owner Arrested After 4-Year-Old Girl’s Death; Sold ‘Coldrif’ Without P

12Nov

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Madhya Pradesh, State

Chhindwara Cough Syrup Case: Medical Store Owner Arrested After 4-Year-Old Girl’s Death; Sold ‘Coldrif’ Without P

Chhindwara (Madhya Pradesh): In a shocking development, police have arrested the owner and pharmacist of Aashirwad Medical Store in connection with the suspicious death of a 4-year-old girl, Ambika Vishwakarma, in Chhindwara’s Kundipura area. The action was taken after laboratory tests confirmed that the cough syrup Coldrif (Batch No. SR-13) sold to the child was adulterated. According to police, the syrup was sold without a doctor’s prescription, violating the Drugs and Cosmetics Act. The arrested individuals have been identified as Anil Kumar Mishra, the store owner, and Ashok Kumar Mishra, the pharmacist. This marks the ninth arrest in the ongoing toxic cough syrup investigation that has shocked the entire district. Toxic Syrup Confirmed in Lab TestsThe forensic test reports revea...

38 Kg of Hazardous Hydrofluoric Acid and 1 Kg Sulphur Powder Seized in Hapur Amid Delhi Blast

12Nov

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State, Uttar Pradesh

38 Kg of Hazardous Hydrofluoric Acid and 1 Kg Sulphur Powder Seized in Hapur Amid Delhi Blast

Hapur (Uttar Pradesh): In a major security operation following the Delhi Red Fort blast, Hapur Police have arrested three men found in possession of large quantities of dangerous chemicals, including 38 kilograms of hydrofluoric acid and 1 kilogram of sulphur powder. The arrests have triggered a wave of concern across Western Uttar Pradesh as national security agencies remain on high alert. According to police reports, the arrests were made in the Pilkhua area of Hapur early Wednesday morning. Around 2:30 AM, a police patrol team noticed two men behaving suspiciously near RKG School. Upon being challenged, the duo attempted to flee but were caught after a brief chase. A search of their bags revealed a strong-smelling yellow powder, which was later confirmed to be sulphur (gandhak). T...