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Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu lauded Indian women’s cricket team’s star fast bowler Renuka Singh Thakur for her stellar performance in the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025. In a phone conversation on Monday, CM Sukhu announced a cash reward of ₹1 crore in recognition of Renuka’s contribution to India’s historic victory. CM Sukhu Applauds Renuka’s Performance The Chief Minister expressed immense pride, saying, “I watched how brilliantly you bowled under pressure. The entire state of Himachal is proud of you.” He also mentioned that the semi-final and final matches were particularly impressive, marking the first women’s cricket matches he had watched in full. During the call, Renuka appeared to request a government job in addition to the cash award. CM Sukhu respo...

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee led a massive rally in Kolkata organized by the Trinamool Congress (TMC) to protest against the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the voter list. The CM accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of spreading false information, claiming Bengali migrants are from Bangladesh, as part of a deliberate campaign to create fear among voters in the state. Mamata’s Strong Criticism of BJP Addressing the rally, Mamata Banerjee sharply criticized the BJP, saying the party is deliberately labeling Bengali migrants as Bangladeshis to spread misinformation against West Bengal. She termed the SIR process as a strategy to intimidate voters. “This is a calculated attempt to instill fear among the electorate of West Bengal,” Mamata said, emphasizing that TMC ...

Mumbai’s ambitious Thane-Borivali Twin Tunnel project is set to revolutionize commuting in the city, significantly reducing travel time between the western and eastern suburbs. The 11.8-kilometer twin tunnels will directly connect Ghodbandar Road in Thane to the Western Express Highway in Borivali, potentially cutting the current 60–90 minute commute down to just 15 minutes. Project Overview The tunnels will pass beneath the environmentally sensitive Sanjay Gandhi National Park (SGNP). Advanced tunnel-boring technology is being employed to minimize environmental impact, ensuring sustainable construction. Each tunnel will feature three lanes, including an emergency lane, with cross-passages every 300 meters for safety. Key modern infrastructure includes: Ventilation systems ...

** **In a concerning incident during a routine test run, a Mumbai monorail coach hung off the track between Wadala and GTB Nagar stations on Wednesday morning. Thankfully, no passengers were aboard, preventing any casualties. The Mumbai Fire Brigade and monorail officials promptly responded to stabilize the situation. Incident Details According to the BMC Disaster Management report, the incident occurred around 9 AM near Wadala East, close to RTO Junction, during routine testing of the monorail system. Monorail Control Officer Rohan Salunkhe confirmed that the derailment was caused by a technical malfunction. The coach tilted and hung off the track, but immediate action by on-site staff ensured there were no injuries. Officials have ordered an internal investigation to dete...

Raipur, Chhattisgarh:The death toll in the Bilaspur train accident has risen to 11, marking it as the sixth major rail disaster in India this year. The collision occurred when a local MEMU train connecting Gevra and Bilaspur Junction collided with a freight train on Tuesday around 4 PM, leaving at least 20 passengers injured. Railway officials have announced ex-gratia compensation for the victims’ families: ₹10 lakh for each deceased passenger, ₹5 lakh for seriously injured passengers, and ₹1 lakh for those with minor injuries. Preliminary Cause: Signal Violation The South East Central Railway (SECR) indicated that the accident was likely caused by the MEMU train passing a signal at danger. The preliminary assessment suggests that the loco pilot may have ignored an automatic signa...

A tragic scene has emerged from the Bilaspur train accident, leaving the nation in shock. Among the victims, a one-and-a-half-year-old boy, Mukhtaar Yadav, miraculously survived after being critically injured, while his mother, Leela Yadav, lost her life in the collision. The accident occurred around 4 PM near Lal Khadan, between Gatora and Bilaspur stations, when a freight train collided with the Gevra Road–Bilaspur MEMU local train (68733). The mishap has so far claimed 11 lives and left over 14 passengers injured. Both the Chhattisgarh state government and Indian Railways have announced ex-gratia compensation for the bereaved families and the injured. Injured Passengers Mukhtaar Yadav is receiving treatment in hospital and remains under observation. Other injured passengers adm...

In a significant law enforcement action in Palamu district, Jharkhand police have arrested two suspected individuals and seized weapons from their possession. The suspects were allegedly planning a major criminal act in the state. Authorities intercepted them on Monday along Pandu-Chhatarpur Road. SDPO Alok Kumar Tuti stated, “We received a confidential tip-off that the suspects were preparing to carry out a major incident. Based on this information, we laid a trap and apprehended them.” Two pistols were recovered, and a case under the Arms Act has been registered at Pandu police station. Investigations are ongoing. Compensation Announced for Naxal Violence Victims In a long-awaited move, the Jharkhand Government has approved financial assistance for families of victims of Naxal viol...

Jharkhand Police Chief Anurag Gupta has reportedly resigned from his position as Director General of Police (DGP), sources close to him confirmed, although there has been no official announcement yet. His appointment after retirement had been mired in controversy from the beginning due to legal challenges and disagreements with the central government. Legal and Political Controversy Anurag Gupta, a 1990-batch IPS officer, faced legal challenges over his post-retirement appointment. BJP leader and Jharkhand opposition leader Babulal Marandi had filed a petition in the Supreme Court questioning his appointment. However, the Supreme Court dismissed the petition, stating that contempt petitions filed for political purposes cannot be entertained. The central government had repeated...

:**In a major move against illegal religious structures, the Haridwar district administration demolished an unauthorized shrine built on approximately 2 bighas of government land near Pathri Roh Bridge in the Ranipur police station area on Tuesday. The action was carried out under the strict instructions of Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami. A heavy police deployment was present during the demolition to prevent any untoward incidents. Shrine Erected on Irrigation Department Land The illegal shrine had been constructed on land belonging to the Irrigation Department. Notices had been previously issued to the encroachers, demanding the removal of the structure within a stipulated period. However, no action was taken, prompting the administration to intervene decisively. The bulldoz...

**Uttarakhand is set to experience a sharp drop in temperatures as a cold wave sweeps through the state. According to the Meteorological Centre, light rainfall is expected today in Dehradun, Uttarkashi, Chamoli, Tehri, Bageshwar, Rudraprayag, and Pithoragarh, while areas above 4,000 meters in the hilly regions are likely to witness snowfall. Snowfall and Chilly Weather in Higher Altitudes On Tuesday evening, snowfall was recorded on the higher peaks near Badrinath Dham, leading to a notable dip in temperature. The lower regions also experienced cloudy skies, causing a drop in day temperatures and increasing the overall chill. To help pilgrims at Badrinath Dham combat the biting cold, bonfires were lit at various spots. The icy winds made the warmth of the fires essential for p...