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Indira Gandhi’s Resonant Voice in Mussoorie Hills: The Story of the 1982 Victory
State, Uttarakhand

Indira Gandhi’s Resonant Voice in Mussoorie Hills: The Story of the 1982 Victory

Dehradun: Mussoorie, the picturesque hill station, holds enduring memories of India’s Iron Lady, Indira Gandhi, and her father, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru. From assisting the Tibetan community to halting mining operations that threatened the hills, Indira Gandhi’s efforts left a lasting legacy that Mussoorie still cherishes. Childhood Lessons and Early Visits Indira Gandhi’s connection with Mussoorie dates back to the 1920s, when Nehru frequently visited the hill station with his wife, Kamala Nehru, and young Indira. Despite his involvement in the freedom struggle, Nehru used letters to teach Indira political foresight, diplomacy, and governance from an early age. Accompanying her father on trips abroad further shaped her into a perceptive, decisive leader, laying the foundation for her...
Shiv Sena UBT’s Anand Dubey Mocks Rahul Gandhi and Congress on TV, Sends Shockwaves Across Opposition
Maharashtra, State

Shiv Sena UBT’s Anand Dubey Mocks Rahul Gandhi and Congress on TV, Sends Shockwaves Across Opposition

Mumbai: In the aftermath of Bihar Assembly elections, Anand Dubey, National Spokesperson of Shiv Sena UBT, grabbed the spotlight for his sharp satire targeting Congress and Rahul Gandhi across news channels. His biting commentary has left India Bloc allies and the opposition stunned, despite Congress and Shiv Sena UBT being partners in the alliance. Dubey’s TV Mockery Sparks Attention Following the Mahagathbandhan’s defeat in Bihar, Dubey appeared on multiple news channels, lampooning Congress leaders and the alliance. He mimicked Rahul Gandhi and RJD leaders in a humorous yet scathing manner, pointing out the failures of Congress leadership including Hussein Dalwai, Rashid Alvi, Digvijay Singh, and Mani Shankar Aiyar. Dubey praised AIIMIM leader Asaduddin Owaisi for securing five se...
After Hidma, Devji Also Killed? Encounter Continues on Chhattisgarh Border, 7 Naxals Dead
Chhattisgarh, State

After Hidma, Devji Also Killed? Encounter Continues on Chhattisgarh Border, 7 Naxals Dead

Raipur, Chhattisgarh: Security forces continued their intensive operations against Naxals along the Chhattisgarh-Andhra Pradesh border, killing seven Naxal insurgents, including three women. Among the slain insurgents, reports indicate that key leaders, including Devji and Jogaa alias Tek Shankar, may have been eliminated. The operation also resulted in the seizure of eight weapons, including two AK-47 rifles, and the arrest of 50 suspected Naxals. Encounter Ongoing Since Early Morning The encounter began Wednesday morning in the dense forests of Maredumilli, along the Chhattisgarh-Andhra Pradesh border. Andhra Pradesh Greyhounds forces encircled the Naxals, and the operation, starting at 6:30 AM, achieved significant success. Security personnel recovered the bodies of four male and ...
Naxal Leadership Crumbles: Devji Emerges as Next Target After Hidma’s Elimination
Chhattisgarh, State

Naxal Leadership Crumbles: Devji Emerges as Next Target After Hidma’s Elimination

Raipur, Chhattisgarh: The Naxalite movement is facing its most severe setback yet, with security forces systematically eliminating top leaders. Following the killing of infamous Naxal commander Hidma, only six key leaders remain within the organization. Devji, the Maoist General Secretary, has now emerged as the primary target for security forces. Only Six Top Leaders Left After Hidma’s death, the remaining senior Naxal leaders are operating in isolated locations under extreme pressure. Among them are: Politburo members: Ganpati, Devji Central Committee members: Sangram, Uday Others: Ganesh Uike and Anal Da In Bastar, only three major Naxals remain actively operating. Devji, considered the most dangerous among them, commands the organization’s forces in the region. S...
Brijbhushan Sharan Singh Praises Owaisi, Calls Him Straightforward Leader Despite Religion
Politics, State, Uttar Pradesh

Brijbhushan Sharan Singh Praises Owaisi, Calls Him Straightforward Leader Despite Religion

Gonda, Uttar Pradesh: Former BJP MP Brijbhushan Sharan Singh has publicly praised AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi for his straightforward approach in politics, saying he respects Owaisi as a leader despite differences in religion. Singh expressed satisfaction over Owaisi’s party winning five seats in the recent Bihar assembly elections. “Owaisi is a Straightforward, Hereditary Leader” During an interaction with a YouTuber, Singh said, “Asaduddin Owaisi fought the Bihar elections directly. He criticized both the BJP alliance and Lalu’s party openly. At least he speaks straight. I am happy that his party succeeded in the elections. Media now calls him BJP’s ‘B-team,’ but they will soon call Mayawati the same. Owaisi is a hereditary leader. His only ‘crime’ is that he is a Muslim.” Biha...
Good News for Noida Residents: Passport Application Process to Get Faster, Long Queues to End
State, Uttar Pradesh

Good News for Noida Residents: Passport Application Process to Get Faster, Long Queues to End

Noida/Greater Noida: Getting a passport in Noida and Greater Noida is set to become faster and more convenient as the Passport Seva Kendra at Sector-19 Head Post Office has been expanded. The upgraded facility aims to reduce waiting times and handle a significantly higher volume of applications. Expansion to Increase Application Capacity Fivefold Senior Post Master Manoj Kumar said that the expansion includes new machines, additional counters, and other necessary infrastructure upgrades. Currently, the center processes 45 applications per day with verification appointments. After the expansion, verification appointments will increase to 90 per day. Once all five counters are operational, the center is expected to process over 250 applications daily—five times the current capacity. ...
Nitish Kumar Set to Return as Bihar CM; Vijay Kumar Sinha and Samrat Chaudhary Reappointed as Deputy CMs
Bihar, Politics, State

Nitish Kumar Set to Return as Bihar CM; Vijay Kumar Sinha and Samrat Chaudhary Reappointed as Deputy CMs

Patna: Ahead of the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections, the NDA’s two key constituent parties have finalized their legislative leadership, signaling a clear political roadmap for the state. In a unanimous decision during the JDU legislative party meeting, Nitish Kumar was re-elected as the leader of the Janata Dal (United) legislators, paving the way for him to continue as Bihar’s Chief Minister. JDU Confirms Nitish Kumar as Legislative Party Leader The meeting of JDU legislators took place at the Chief Minister’s residence, where all 85 party MLAs were present. Within an hour, Nitish Kumar was unanimously chosen as the leader of the JDU legislative party. Party insiders had indicated beforehand that Nitish Kumar was the only name proposed for the position, reflecting the party’s cons...
Mumbai Police Constable Ensures Safety of Lone Female Passenger in Late-Night Local Train
Maharashtra, State

Mumbai Police Constable Ensures Safety of Lone Female Passenger in Late-Night Local Train

Mumbai: In a heartwarming display of dedication, a Mumbai Police constable quietly ensured the safety of a lone female passenger traveling on a late-night local train. The officer sat next to her until she safely reached her station, setting an example of proactive protection for women traveling alone. A Simple Yet Significant Gesture Mumbai, a city that never sleeps, owes much of its reputation for safety to the tireless efforts of its police force. A recently viral video has brought attention to one such act of vigilance. In the clip, a constable can be seen accompanying a female commuter in an almost empty train, silently ensuring her security until she disembarked. Video Goes Viral, Wins Praise The video has been widely circulated on social media, earning the constable appr...
Conversion Allegations in Chhindwara Government School: Teacher Accused of Promoting Christianity in Class
Madhya Pradesh, State

Conversion Allegations in Chhindwara Government School: Teacher Accused of Promoting Christianity in Class

Chhindwara, Madhya Pradesh: A serious controversy has erupted at a government school in Bilawar Kala village, Junnardeo, Chhindwara district, following allegations that a teacher is pressuring students to adopt Christianity and abandon their traditional practices. The complaint has prompted the police to launch an immediate investigation. Students Allege Religious Conversion Pressure Several students of Classes 10 and 12 lodged a written complaint on Tuesday at Junnardeo Police Station against teacher Seema Mathews and hostel superintendent Narendra Uike. According to the students, Mathews repeatedly discusses Christianity in class and encourages students to convert, advising tribal students to forsake their Hindu customs and traditions. Tika and Kalawa Controversy Students als...
10-Foot King Cobra Pair Rescued from Ghazipur Village Home, Loud Hissing Sends Residents Into Panic
State, Uttar Pradesh

10-Foot King Cobra Pair Rescued from Ghazipur Village Home, Loud Hissing Sends Residents Into Panic

Ghazipur, Uttar Pradesh: A wave of panic swept through Gaura village in Suhawal police jurisdiction on Tuesday afternoon when a male and female King Cobra, each nearly 10 feet long, emerged from a residential home. The hissing pair slithered into the courtyard, terrifying the residents. Promptly, villagers alerted the Forest Department, which rushed to the site. Rescue Operation by Forest Team Under the leadership of Regional Forest Officer JSP Verma, a team including Forest Inspector Ashok Kumar Yadav, Forest Assistants Ajit Kumar Rai, Dara Rai, and Forest Guard Samuddin, along with half a dozen staff members, reached the village. Curious onlookers gathered in hundreds, but the fearsome hissing of the cobras kept everyone at a safe distance. After nearly two hours of careful effo...