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Spiritual Leaders Address Rising Social Vices at Premanand Maharaj’s Kunj Ashram
State, Uttar Pradesh

Spiritual Leaders Address Rising Social Vices at Premanand Maharaj’s Kunj Ashram

Vrindavan, 18 November 2025: A significant and respectful meeting took place at Premanand Maharaj’s Kunj Ashram in Vrindavan, where Dandi Swami Maharaj visited to discuss pressing social concerns. The meeting highlighted the growing influence of immoral behavior, including boyfriend-girlfriend relationships and live-in arrangements, as well as the rise of addictions. Mutual Respect and Spiritual DiscourseDuring the meeting, Premanand Maharaj paid Dandi Swami Maharaj a traditional prostration and instructed his disciples to do the same, symbolizing deep reverence and the high traditions of Sanatan Dharma. Both saints engaged in a profound discussion on how spirituality can guide society away from moral degradation. Concerns About Modern VicesPremanand Maharaj expressed concern over th...
Ghaziabad Sets Vehicle Speed Limit at 40 KM/H; Advanced Cameras to Monitor 41 Major Intersections
State, Uttar Pradesh

Ghaziabad Sets Vehicle Speed Limit at 40 KM/H; Advanced Cameras to Monitor 41 Major Intersections

Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh: The Ghaziabad administration has announced new rules to regulate vehicle speeds across the city under the ITMS (Intelligent Traffic Management System) Project. In busy city areas, vehicles will now be limited to a maximum speed of 40 km/h, while highways may allow up to 60 km/h, depending on traffic load. Citywide Monitoring and Speed Limit BoardsChief Engineer of Ghaziabad Municipal Corporation, N.K. Chaudhary, stated that speed limit boards are being installed throughout the city to inform drivers and ensure compliance. High-tech cameras are being installed at all 17 entry and exit points, as well as at 41 major intersections and junctions, to monitor traffic in real time. These cameras are equipped to detect speeding, red light violations, automatic number p...
Political Debate Turns Deadly in MP: Two Uncles Kill Nephew Over Bihar Poll Results
Madhya Pradesh, State

Political Debate Turns Deadly in MP: Two Uncles Kill Nephew Over Bihar Poll Results

Guna, MP, 18 November 2025: The aftermath of the Bihar Assembly election has reached Madhya Pradesh in a tragic incident, where a heated political debate escalated into murder. Two men, supporters of the Janata Dal (United), allegedly killed their nephew, a Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) supporter, following an argument over the Bihar election results. Incident in Guna DistrictAccording to police reports, the victim, Shankar Manjhi (22), had traveled from Bihar’s Shivhar district for work and was staying with acquaintances Rajesh Manjhi (25) and Toofani Manjhi (27) in Guna. The two accused were both uncles of Shankar and ardent JD(U) supporters, while Shankar supported the RJD. Argument Turns ViolentThe discussion reportedly began while all three consumed alcohol. The debate over the Bih...
Mamata Banerjee’s Nephew Secures Relief from MP High Court; Arrest Warrant Stayed in Defamation Case
Madhya Pradesh, Politics, State

Mamata Banerjee’s Nephew Secures Relief from MP High Court; Arrest Warrant Stayed in Defamation Case

Bhopal, 18 November 2025: The Madhya Pradesh High Court has granted significant relief to Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee, staying the arrest warrant issued against him in a defamation case filed by former BJP MLA Akash Vijayvargiya. The case pertains to a public rally held in Kolkata in November 2020, during which Abhishek allegedly referred to Akash Vijayvargiya as a “goonda” (hooligan). Arrest Warrant Issued Over Non-AppearanceThe arrest warrant was originally issued by the Bhopal court after Abhishek repeatedly failed to appear in court since the proceedings began in May 2021. The warrant covered the period from 11 to 26 August 2025, prompting Abhishek’s legal team to challenge it in the High Court. Legal Team Claims MisrepresentationSenior advocates Anil Khare and M. Aga...
Ashoknagar Nursing Officer Honored for Catching Patients Drinking Alcohol in Surgical Ward
Madhya Pradesh, State

Ashoknagar Nursing Officer Honored for Catching Patients Drinking Alcohol in Surgical Ward

Ashoknagar, Madhya Pradesh: A vigilant nursing officer at Ashoknagar District Hospital, Gayatri Chaudhary, has been commended by the District Collector for her exemplary conduct and dedication to duty after catching patients and their attendants consuming alcohol in the surgical ward. Incident in the Surgical WardOn 29 October 2025, during her night duty at 11 PM, Nurse Gayatri noticed several patients and their relatives drinking alcohol on the hospital beds. She immediately intervened, reprimanded them, and documented the incident on video, which was then submitted to senior hospital authorities. She also advised them to maintain discipline and respect the hospital as a place of care. Collector Recognizes Exemplary ConductDuring a recent review meeting, Ashoknagar District Collecto...
Singrauli, MP: A Revenue-Rich District Struggles with Basic Healthcare and Funeral Facilities
Madhya Pradesh, State

Singrauli, MP: A Revenue-Rich District Struggles with Basic Healthcare and Funeral Facilities

Singrauli, Madhya Pradesh: Despite being known as the “Energy Capital” of Madhya Pradesh and contributing significantly to the state’s revenue, Singrauli district continues to face severe infrastructure gaps. Recent incidents highlight the district’s lack of basic healthcare and funeral transport facilities. No Hearse Available for Post-MortemA shocking incident in Itawa village under Sarai police station revealed the grim reality. During a post-mortem of a murder victim, the authorities did not have a proper hearse. Forced to improvise, the Sarai Municipal Council used a garbage trolley—normally employed for waste collection—to transport the body to the mortuary. Relatives then returned the deceased home using the same trolley. The incident was captured on video, which quickly went vir...
Hamood Siddiqui Arrested After 25 Years; Al Falah University Link Under Scrutiny
Madhya Pradesh, State

Hamood Siddiqui Arrested After 25 Years; Al Falah University Link Under Scrutiny

Indore, 18 November 2025: The Indore Police have arrested Hamood Siddiqui, brother of Jawad Ahmed Siddiqui, owner of Al Falah University, from Hyderabad. Hamood, wanted in fraud cases and the Mhow riots of 1988–1989, had been on the run for 25 years. During police interrogation, he claimed he has no contact with his brother Jawad. Fugitive for 25 YearsRural SP Yogchen Dolkar Bhutia stated that Siddiqui, aged 50, was apprehended following precise location intelligence. The accused had been evading law enforcement since early 2000, when multiple FIRs were filed against him, including charges under Section 420 for fraud. Financial Investigations UnderwayAuthorities are examining Siddiqui’s financial dealings and any potential links to terrorist funding. SP Bhutia said that Siddiqui inve...
Singrauli, MP: A Revenue-Rich District Struggles with Basic Healthcare and Funeral Facilities
Madhya Pradesh, State

Singrauli, MP: A Revenue-Rich District Struggles with Basic Healthcare and Funeral Facilities

Singrauli, Madhya Pradesh: Despite being known as the “Energy Capital” of Madhya Pradesh and contributing significantly to the state’s revenue, Singrauli district continues to face severe infrastructure gaps. Recent incidents highlight the district’s lack of basic healthcare and funeral transport facilities. No Hearse Available for Post-MortemA shocking incident in Itawa village under Sarai police station revealed the grim reality. During a post-mortem of a murder victim, the authorities did not have a proper hearse. Forced to improvise, the Sarai Municipal Council used a garbage trolley—normally employed for waste collection—to transport the body to the mortuary. Relatives then returned the deceased home using the same trolley. The incident was captured on video, which quickly went vir...
Patna Police Team Attacked While Raiding Liquor Racket; Jeep Damaged, One Officer Injured
Bihar, Politics, State

Patna Police Team Attacked While Raiding Liquor Racket; Jeep Damaged, One Officer Injured

Patna: A police team in Bihar’s capital Patna came under attack while attempting to apprehend liquor smugglers, resulting in one officer being injured and a police jeep badly damaged. The incident took place in the Yarpur slum area under the Gardanibagh police station jurisdiction. According to local reports, the police team had received information about illegal liquor trading late at night. When they reached the site around 10 PM, they found two men, including Prabhat Manjhi, reportedly under the influence of alcohol, and immediately took them into custody. Mob Attacks Police During ArrestAs the police were transporting the arrested individuals, locals joined forces with the accused, attacking the officers with bricks and stones. During the stone-pelting, one policeman sustained in...
How to Fill the SIR Online Form in UP: Documents, Process, and Key Details
State, Uttar Pradesh

How to Fill the SIR Online Form in UP: Documents, Process, and Key Details

Noida/UP: In Uttar Pradesh, Form-6 and Form-S are available in sufficient numbers across districts for voter list updates. These forms help add new voters, remove deceased or shifted voters, update migration details, and consolidate voters under a single booth. SIR Update in Noida & Greater NoidaTwo weeks after the launch of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR), Booth Level Officers (BLOs) have visited most households in Noida and Greater Noida. According to the District Election Officer, over 96% of the forms have been distributed. A frequently asked question remains: where to find the old voter list details and how to fill them out, especially for those without a Voter ID or EPIC number. Some citizens were advised to download the Electoral Roll PDF 2003 from the ECI website and ma...