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Rajasthan to Get Its First Inland Sea Port in Jalore, Connecting to Arabian Sea

19Nov

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Rajasthan, State

Rajasthan to Get Its First Inland Sea Port in Jalore, Connecting to Arabian Sea

Jalore, Rajasthan: Rajasthan is set to take a historic leap in trade and connectivity. After roads and air links, the desert state will soon have a waterway connection as the country’s first inland sea port is planned in Jalore district. A 262-kilometer inland waterway connecting Kandla Port to Jalore is proposed, with an estimated investment of over ₹10,000 crore. Jalore’s Water Corridor to Transform Rajasthan The ambitious project will link Jalore directly to the Arabian Sea via the Gulf of Kutch, allowing ships to reach Rajasthan’s doorstep and enabling goods to move seamlessly to global markets. Officials say the project has the potential to turn Rajasthan into a logistics powerhouse, giving a significant boost to industry, exports, employment, and investment. Chief Minister B...

Major Action in Cooperative Department: Four Officials Suspended in Mahoba and Deoria; What Minister JPS Rathore Said

19Nov

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Major Action in Cooperative Department: Four Officials Suspended in Mahoba and Deoria; What Minister JPS Rathore Said

Lucknow: In a decisive move under its zero-tolerance policy against corruption, the Uttar Pradesh government has suspended four officials of the Cooperative Department. The action was taken after allegations of irregularities, negligence and misconduct surfaced from multiple districts. According to officials, several complaints had been received from farmers and public representatives regarding malpractice in cooperative operations. Acting on the instructions of Cooperative Minister JPS Rathore, the state government initiated strict disciplinary action to ensure transparency within the cooperative system. Officials Suspended for Irregularities Following inquiries into the complaints, the Cooperative Department and the UP Cooperative Federation Ltd. (PCF) suspended four officials w...

Collector Bhavya Mittal Wins National Water Award: How Khargone Became India’s No. 1 Western Region Model in Water Conservation

19Nov

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Madhya Pradesh, State

Collector Bhavya Mittal Wins National Water Award: How Khargone Became India’s No. 1 Western Region Model in Water Conservation

Khargone (MP): Khargone district has been declared the Best District in the Western Region for outstanding work in water conservation. District Collector IAS Bhavya Mittal has been honoured with the 6th National Water Award 2024 for transforming Khargone into a water-secure and sustainable model district. President Droupadi Murmu presented the award at a ceremony held at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi. Under her leadership, the district created 4.21 lakh artificial water structures, enhancing the water storage capacity to 2.31 crore cubic metres, effectively doubling Khargone’s water-holding potential. Experts across the country have praised the district’s planning, execution and community engagement. ₹25 Lakh Incentive for Khargone Khargone also secured 13th position (Category 3 – West...

Police Took Me to the Station and Beat Me”: Lekhpal in Badaun Accuses Cops of Assault, ₹50,000 Bribe Demand

19Nov

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Police Took Me to the Station and Beat Me”: Lekhpal in Badaun Accuses Cops of Assault, ₹50,000 Bribe Demand

Badaun (UP): A shocking incident has emerged from Badaun where a lekhpal has accused police personnel of assaulting him and demanding ₹50,000 for his release. The lekhpal, identified as Brajesh Kumar Yadav, was later admitted to the district hospital after his condition reportedly deteriorated. Police, however, claim he was drunk and was sent for a medical examination. Claim: “Stopped Despite Permission, Then Taken to the Outpost and Beaten” According to Brajesh Kumar Yadav, he was returning from Padaua village after completing BLO duties on Tuesday. As he neared the Mandi Samiti area, police personnel stopped a tractor-trolley unloading soil in his field. Yadav claims he showed the officers a valid mining permit issued by the Mining Department, yet a heated argument followed. He ...

Alert Issued for Sabarimala Pilgrims: Karnataka Government Releases Advisory Over Amoeba Threat — Read the Guidelines

19Nov

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Karnataka, State

Alert Issued for Sabarimala Pilgrims: Karnataka Government Releases Advisory Over Amoeba Threat — Read the Guidelines

Bengaluru: The Karnataka government has issued a health advisory for Sabarimala pilgrims following reports of Naegleria fowleri infections — a rare but deadly microorganism commonly known as the “brain-eating amoeba.” The advisory aims to spread awareness and ensure preventive measures during the ongoing pilgrimage season. Health Department Commissioner stated that Naegleria fowleri is typically found in warm fresh water, stagnant ponds, pits, sand, and swimming pools. Crucially, the infection does not spread from person to person, nor does it occur by drinking contaminated water. Why the Advisory Was Issued Naegleria fowleri can enter the human body when contaminated water enters through the nose, from where it may reach the brain and cause Primary Amoebic Meningoencephalitis (PA...

Thousands of Farmers Were Marching to Ujjain; Intelligence Inputs Shocked the Government — Inside Story Behind Land Pooling Cancellation

19Nov

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Madhya Pradesh, Politics, State

Thousands of Farmers Were Marching to Ujjain; Intelligence Inputs Shocked the Government — Inside Story Behind Land Pooling Cancellation

Ujjain: In a dramatic late-night decision, the Madhya Pradesh government has withdrawn the proposed land pooling plan for the upcoming mega spiritual township being developed for the Simhastha event in Ujjain. Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav announced the reversal shortly after holding a crucial meeting with the Bharatiya Kisan Sangh, BJP leaders, and local representatives. This decision comes at a time when thousands of farmers were preparing to march to Ujjain, triggering serious concerns for law and order. Highly placed sources confirm that alarming intelligence reports played a major role in the government’s sudden U-turn. What Angered the Farmers The land pooling project proposed the acquisition of 2,378 hectares of land spread across 17 villages, affecting nearly 1,800 landow...

ISIS Network Busted for the First Time in Chhattisgarh; ATS Detains Two Minors Radicalised on Instagram

19Nov

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Chhattisgarh, State

ISIS Network Busted for the First Time in Chhattisgarh; ATS Detains Two Minors Radicalised on Instagram

Raipur: In a major counter-terror breakthrough, the Chhattisgarh Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) has detained two minors for their alleged links with the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS). This is the first-ever ISIS-linked case uncovered in the state. Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Sharma confirmed that the boys were acting under the instructions of a Pakistan-based ISIS module, operating through fake IDs on social media platforms. The arrests were made after intense cyber surveillance and evidence collection. Influencing Others Through Instagram Sharma, who also holds the Home portfolio, said the detained minors were already radicalised through extremist online content. They were attempting to influence other young users on Instagram by circulating ISIS-aligned propaganda. “Thes...

Delivery Boy Arrested for Marrying Two Women in One Year; Families Booked for Fraud and Dowry Harassment

19Nov

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State, Uttar Pradesh

Delivery Boy Arrested for Marrying Two Women in One Year; Families Booked for Fraud and Dowry Harassment

Prayagraj has witnessed a shocking case of love, deceit and betrayal, where a delivery boy ruined the lives of two women by secretly marrying both within a year. Police have arrested the accused, Rahil alias Ramkrishna Dubey, a resident of Dalapur village under Sarai Inayat police station. His family members too have been booked for cheating and dowry harassment. Two Marriages, One Year, Full Deception Rahil worked as a delivery boy in the city. In 2023, he fell in love with Khusboo, who lived in the same village. Their relationship soon turned serious, and the two secretly performed a court marriage on 19 October 2023. When the families found out, they organised a grand wedding according to Hindu rituals on 30 October 2024, giving cash, gold and household items as dowry. In Octob...

Rahul Gandhi Tried to Hijack the Title of Jan Nayak’: KC Tyagi Launches Fierce Attack on Congress

19Nov

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Bihar, Politics, State

Rahul Gandhi Tried to Hijack the Title of Jan Nayak’: KC Tyagi Launches Fierce Attack on Congress

In a sharp political offensive, senior JD(U) leader KC Tyagi has accused the Congress party—and particularly Rahul Gandhi—of attempting to “usurp” the revered title of Jan Nayak, historically associated with socialist icon and former Bihar Chief Minister Karpoori Thakur. Tyagi said the people of Bihar have categorically rejected this attempt and have “shown the mirror” to Rahul Gandhi. Tyagi: Rahul Gandhi Tried to Appropriate Karpoori Thakur’s Legacy Speaking to The Economic Times, Tyagi said the defeat of the opposition alliance in Bihar was not only a strong endorsement of the Nitish Kumar government’s policies but also a “public outburst of anger” against Congress’s alleged attempt to hijack Karpoori Thakur’s legacy. “Instead of crying foul about vote theft, the Congress leader...

Rajasthan Set to Soak in the Colours of Ghoomar Today: Mega Events in Seven Cities From 4:30 PM

19Nov

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Rajasthan, State

Rajasthan Set to Soak in the Colours of Ghoomar Today: Mega Events in Seven Cities From 4:30 PM

Rajasthan is all set to celebrate the vibrancy of its cultural identity as the iconic Ghoomar dance lights up seven major cities this evening. Jaipur, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Kota, Ajmer, Bikaner, and Bharatpur will host synchronized mega events, turning the state into one grand cultural stage. The festivities will begin simultaneously at 4:30 PM, showcasing the richness of Rajasthan’s traditional spirit. Massive Ghoomar Festival Kicks Off Across Rajasthan Jaipur: Wednesday evening promises an enchanting spectacle as Rajasthan prepares to dance in unison. With traditional attire, rhythmic folk beats, and the elegance of Ghoomar, the state is gearing up for the grand launch of Ghoomar Festival 2025 across all seven divisions. For days, the event has created a buzz from small villages to soc...