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Patna, Bihar: The Winter Session 2025 of the Bihar Assembly concluded amid intense political debate. On the final day, the RJD (Rashtriya Janata Dal) made a vigorous attempt to corner the government. However, a senior minister from Nitish Kumar’s cabinet decisively countered the opposition in just two lines, leaving RJD members speechless.Opposition Raises QuestionsDuring the session, RJD MLA and former minister Alok Mehta questioned the government over funding for the Chief Minister Women Employment Scheme and other programs. Mehta raised concerns about whether these schemes could be sustained in the long term. Opposition members repeatedly interrupted during responses, challenging the government’s accountability.Senior Minister Steps InMinister of Rural Development, Shravan Kumar, initia...

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...

Bengaluru: Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar have once again found themselves embroiled in controversy over their expensive wristwatches. Following a tussle over the Chief Minister post, the two leaders reportedly met for breakfast, during which both were seen wearing ‘Santos de Cartier’ watches valued at ₹43 lakh each. The opposition BJP has sharply criticized the move.Targeting CM Siddaramaiah, the Karnataka BJP took to social media platform X, questioning the socialist image of the leader. The party posted, “Mr. Siddaramaiah, your definition of socialism seems very expensive. While the people of Karnataka struggle with drought and poor infrastructure, our ‘so-called socialist’ CM flaunts a Santos de Cartier watch.” The BJP also recalled a si...

Prayagraj, December 2, 2025:The Allahabad High Court has strongly criticized the Muzaffarnagar Police for using the term “possession” while referring to the custody of a young woman, observing that such terminology is applicable only to movable or immovable property, not human beings.The court was hearing a habeas corpus petition filed by a young woman from Muzaffarnagar. During the proceedings, the bench noted that the police, in their memo, recorded that the woman had been taken into “possession.” The court termed this usage as highly inappropriate, expressing deep concern over the police’s understanding of legal terminology.Adult Woman Free to Choose Where and With Whom to LiveThe bench emphasized that the petitioner is an adult who has clearly stated that she wishes to live with her ...

In a major relief for villagers of Porbandar district, the long-pending demand for a direct road link between Modadra and Paswari has finally been approved—thanks to the impactful ‘Swagat’ online grievance redressal programme initiated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his tenure as Gujarat Chief Minister. The programme, now completing 22 years, has once again delivered a life-changing solution for rural residents.Villagers’ Decades-Old Problem Solved Through TechnologyResidents of Modadra village in Rapar taluka presented their long-standing road and bridge concerns before Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel during the state-level ‘Swagat’ public hearing. Leading the representation, Lakhmanbhai Modadra and other farmers explained how the absence of a direct road forced them to tak...

Sikar, Rajasthan, 29 November 2025: A horrifying case of sexual assault has shaken the Sikar district, where a 30-year-old woman was gang-raped in her own home, and the act was livestreamed on Facebook. The incident, which took place in front of the woman’s father and children, has sparked outrage across the state.According to police reports, the perpetrators first forced the woman to consume a spiked beverage and then assaulted her physically. One of the accused then sexually assaulted her while another recorded the entire crime on his mobile phone. Shockingly, they broadcasted the brutal act live on Facebook, exposing the woman’s ordeal to the public.Two Accused ArrestedWithin hours of the incident being reported at Kotwali Police Station, the authorities arrested two suspects. Super...

Patna: Bihar is set to witness a historic transformation in its legislative process as the 18th Assembly session, starting December 1, will be fully digital. Under the National e-Vidhan Application (NeVA) initiative, the Bihar Legislative Assembly will operate paperlessly, enabling MLAs to submit questions and supplementary queries via tablets, significantly reducing paper usage.Digital Assembly: How It Will WorkTablet-Based Questions: Each new MLA has been provided a tablet at their seat to type and submit questions and supplementary queries directly to the Assembly system.Paper Reduction: This shift will streamline proceedings and eliminate the need for bulky paper files, contributing to environmental conservation.Transparency: All legislative activities—including introduction of bills...

Mumbai: A shocking financial scam has left 72-year-old Bharat Harkchand Shah reeling after discovering that he lost ₹35 crore over four years due to unauthorized trading by a brokerage firm. Shah, a resident of Matunga West, alleged that Glob Capital Market Limited misused his and his wife’s accounts, misleading them while conducting trades without consent.How the Scam UnfoldedShah, along with his wife, runs a low-cost guesthouse for cancer patients in Parel. After inheriting a stock portfolio following his father’s death in 1984, Shah had little experience in the stock market. In 2020, on a friend’s recommendation, he opened a Demat and trading account with Glob Capital Market Limited, transferring his inherited shares to it.Initially, company representatives regularly contacted Sha...

Kolkata, West Bengal: In a disturbing development, the father of the victim in the Kasba Law College gangrape case has received threats from unidentified bikers, urging him to withdraw the case. The police have registered a complaint and initiated an investigation into the matter.Details of the ThreatOn Wednesday, two men on a motorcycle approached the father of the victim and threatened him to drop the legal proceedings. After issuing the threats, the assailants fled the scene. The father could not identify the individuals.A police officer stated that the complaint has been formally lodged at Baruipur Police Station, and the investigation team has been notified. Police are currently questioning local residents near the scene and examining CCTV footage to track down the culprit...

Hyderabad: In a historic boost to India’s aviation sector, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday virtually inaugurated the Safran Aircraft Engines Services India (SAESI) facility in Hyderabad. The unit, established by French aerospace and defence giant Safran, marks the world’s largest aircraft engine Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) facility.This landmark project significantly strengthens India’s position as a global MRO hub and represents a major step toward self-reliance in the aviation industry.First Global Engine Manufacturer to Set Up MRO Facility in IndiaThe SAESI facility is Safran’s dedicated MRO centre for LEAP engines, which power some of the world’s most popular aircraft—Airbus A320neo and Boeing 737 MAX. This is the first time any global aircraft engine m...