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Manjhi Criticizes Lalu, Tejashwi Over Rohini Acharya Allegations
Bihar, Politics, State

Manjhi Criticizes Lalu, Tejashwi Over Rohini Acharya Allegations

Patna, 18 November 2025: Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi has strongly commented on the ongoing controversy within the family of RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav concerning Rohini Acharya. While calling it an “internal matter,” Manjhi said those involved should feel “ashamed” for the serious allegations raised by Acharya and took a dig at Tejashwi Yadav’s electoral promises. Speaking to reporters, Manjhi said, “What can we say? This is their internal matter. But as far as the leader of the legislative party is concerned, only 5–10 people will decide. The fact is that Lalu ji is supporting Tejashwi. However, Tejashwi has committed a ‘heinous crime.’ Considering how Rohini Acharya has exposed these matters, these people should feel ashamed.” Manjhi Targets RJD’s ActionsCiting statements by R...
UP to Send 1,000 Workers to Israel; Screening to Begin from 19 November
State, Uttar Pradesh

UP to Send 1,000 Workers to Israel; Screening to Begin from 19 November

Lucknow, 18 November 2025: The Uttar Pradesh government is actively working to provide employment opportunities for its youth, both within the state and abroad. As part of this initiative, nearly 1,000 construction workers from UP are being prepared for deployment to Israel, with the screening process set to begin on 19 November. Over 9,000 candidates have been found eligible for the current recruitment phase, and daily screening will accommodate around 600 candidates. The pre-screening and professional test drive will be conducted at the Yadupati Singhania Vocational Education Foundation campus in Kanpur, under the supervision of NSDC International CEO Alok Kumar and CSDCI CEO Hari Narayan Raj. These arrangements follow virtual agreements between NSDC and Israel’s PIBA agency, with the...
Injured Vulture ‘Marich’ Returns to India After 15,000 km Journey Across Central Asia
Madhya Pradesh, State

Injured Vulture ‘Marich’ Returns to India After 15,000 km Journey Across Central Asia

Bhopal/Rajasthan: The Eurasian Griffon vulture, named ‘Marich’, has safely returned to India after an astonishing 15,000-kilometer journey spanning Pakistan, Afghanistan, Uzbekistan, and Kazakhstan. The vulture, currently spotted in the Dholpur region of Rajasthan, provides critical insights into vulture migration and conservation patterns. Journey from Injury to FreedomMarich’s story began on 29 January, when it was found injured in Nagod village of Satna district, Madhya Pradesh. The vulture was initially treated at Mukundpur Zoo and later at the Van Vihar Rescue Center in Bhopal. After two months of care, Marich was fitted with a geo-tag and released from Halali Dam on 29 March. By the first week of May, Marich had reached Kazakhstan, spending nearly four months there before begin...
Top Naxal Commander Madvi Hidma Killed Along with Wife Raje; Known for Love and AK-47 Expertise
Chhattisgarh, State

Top Naxal Commander Madvi Hidma Killed Along with Wife Raje; Known for Love and AK-47 Expertise

Raipur: The notorious Naxal commander Madvi Hidma, leader of the Maoist’s elite guerrilla unit, has been killed in an encounter along with his wife, Raje (also known as Rajakka). Hidma was known for his deadly efficiency in jungle warfare and had a distinct attachment to his AK-47 and his wife. Hidma maintained a strict four-layer security cordon in the forests, which kept him out of the reach of security forces for years. He would often evade capture during initial firefights, which made him untouchable for a long time. Love Story Amid Guerrilla WarfareHidma met Raje in the forests, and their bond grew over shared training with firearms. The two eventually married and lived together in the jungles, fighting alongside each other. Raje was also skilled in handling modern weapons and a...
Ashok Gehlot Alleges Vote-Buying in Bihar Elections, Questions Election Commission
Politics, Rajasthan, State

Ashok Gehlot Alleges Vote-Buying in Bihar Elections, Questions Election Commission

Jaipur: Following the decisive victory of the NDA and the defeat of the Grand Alliance in the Bihar Assembly elections, reactions from political leaders have been pouring in. Former Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot has voiced strong criticism, accusing the Election Commission of allowing the elections to be “hijacked” by the BJP. Gehlot alleged that cash was openly distributed to voters, particularly women, during the election. “Women were given ₹10,000 each. Even as this was happening openly during polling, the Election Commission remained silent. This raises serious questions about the Commission’s role,” he said. The former Congress chief also highlighted the party’s performance in Rajasthan, noting that while the Congress secured consecutive victories in the state, it faced ...
Congratulations, Papa!” Nishant Kumar Hugs Father Nitish After NDA’s Bihar Victory
Bihar, Politics, State

Congratulations, Papa!” Nishant Kumar Hugs Father Nitish After NDA’s Bihar Victory

“ Curated by Sudhendra Pratap Singh | Reported by Dinkar Jha | 18 November 2025, 1:20 PM Patna: The political atmosphere in Bihar is buzzing after the NDA secured a resounding victory in the state assembly elections, ensuring continued governance under the alliance. Chief Minister Nitish Kumar is set to take oath on 20 November at Gandhi Maidan, Patna. Ahead of the swearing-in ceremony, a heartfelt moment has captured public attention. Nitish Kumar’s son, Nishant Kumar, congratulated his father on the NDA’s overwhelming win, embracing him in a touching gesture that brought a smile to the Chief Minister’s face. The photograph, showing father and son dressed in coordinated attire, has gone viral on social media. Nitish Kumar wore a white kurta-pajama paired with a blue half-jacket, ...
Death Toll in Sonbhadra Mine Accident Rises to 7; Families to Get ₹20 Lakh Compensation, DM Fined ₹10,000
Rajasthan, State

Death Toll in Sonbhadra Mine Accident Rises to 7; Families to Get ₹20 Lakh Compensation, DM Fined ₹10,000

Sonbhadra, UP: The death toll in the tragic stone mine collapse in Sonbhadra, Uttar Pradesh, has risen to seven. The state government has announced financial assistance of ₹20 lakh for the families of the deceased. Meanwhile, the District Magistrate of Sonbhadra has been fined ₹10,000 by the National Green Tribunal (NGT) for delay in reporting illegal mining activities. The incident occurred at the Billi Markundi mining area under Obra police station, where a section of the hill collapsed on Saturday evening, trapping several laborers working below. On Monday, six more bodies were recovered from the debris, bringing the total fatalities to seven. The victims recovered on 16–17 November include Indrajeet (30), Santosh (30), Ravindra (18), Ram Khelawan (32), and Kripashankar, while Raju S...
Jaipur Turns 298: The Story Behind the Pink City and the World’s First ‘Well-Planned’ City
Rajasthan, State

Jaipur Turns 298: The Story Behind the Pink City and the World’s First ‘Well-Planned’ City

Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan and famously known as the Pink City, celebrates its 298th foundation day today. The city was established on 18 November 1727 by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, with its foundation stone laid near Gangapol Gate. Over the next nine years, Jaipur underwent rapid construction, ultimately becoming the new capital, shifting from Amer in 1736, and later gaining worldwide recognition for its unique architecture and planning. Jaipur’s iconic pink color has a fascinating story. In 1876, during the visit of the Prince of Wales, King Edward VII, Maharaja Sawai Ram Singh ordered the entire city and its fort walls to be painted pink to welcome the royal guest. Since then, Jaipur has been famously known as the Pink City, a tradition that continues to this day. Security...
Umar Ansari’s Delhi Reception: From Ikra Hasan to Kapil Sibal–Owaisi, Who Attended
State, Uttar Pradesh

Umar Ansari’s Delhi Reception: From Ikra Hasan to Kapil Sibal–Owaisi, Who Attended

Ghazipur/Delhi: Umar Ansari, the younger son of Mukhtar Ansari, tied the knot on 15 November in a private ceremony at Ashok Lawn, Delhi. Two days later, on 17 November, a grand reception was hosted in the capital, attended by several prominent figures from politics and the legal fraternity. Notable guests included former Vice President Hamid Ansari, senior Supreme Court lawyer Kapil Sibal, AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi, Samajwadi Party MP Dharmendra Yadav, MPs Ikra Hasan and Priya Saroj, Congress leader and Rajya Sabha MP Imran Pratapgarhi, former MLA Irfan Solanki, and Osama Shahabuddin, son of Shababuddin. During the wedding, Umar became emotional remembering his late father Mukhtar Ansari. He showed his bride Fatima a photograph of his father on stage and sought his blessings. Fati...
Death Toll in Sonbhadra Mine Accident Rises to 7; Families to Get ₹20 Lakh Compensation, DM Fined ₹10,000
State, Uttar Pradesh

Death Toll in Sonbhadra Mine Accident Rises to 7; Families to Get ₹20 Lakh Compensation, DM Fined ₹10,000

Sonbhadra, UP: The death toll in the tragic stone mine collapse in Sonbhadra, Uttar Pradesh, has risen to seven. The state government has announced financial assistance of ₹20 lakh for the families of the deceased. Meanwhile, the District Magistrate of Sonbhadra has been fined ₹10,000 by the National Green Tribunal (NGT) for delay in reporting illegal mining activities. The incident occurred at the Billi Markundi mining area under Obra police station, where a section of the hill collapsed on Saturday evening, trapping several laborers working below. On Monday, six more bodies were recovered from the debris, bringing the total fatalities to seven. The victims recovered on 16–17 November include Indrajeet (30), Santosh (30), Ravindra (18), Ram Khelawan (32), and Kripashankar, while Raju S...