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Patna: In a strategic move ahead of the Bihar Assembly elections, Prime Minister Narendra Modi invoked terms like ‘Katta’ (rifle) and ‘Donali’ (double-barrel gun) to depict the infamous ‘Jungle Raj’ era. This reference was specifically aimed at young voters who were too young to witness Bihar’s lawless past under Lalu Prasad Yadav’s 1990s government. Modi’s speech recreated the atmosphere of a period when carrying guns openly was a common sight in public. “From 1990 to 2005, waving a ‘Katta’ or brandishing a double-barrel gun from a car window was a reality. Today, such scenes are unimaginable,” noted political analysts. By using these terms, the Prime Minister sought to illustrate the contrast between the chaos of Jungle Raj and the governance under the present administration. Targe...

**Indore: In a landmark celebration, the Shri Geeta Rameshwaram Trust will honor 15 senior and 40 young hockey players on 7th November to mark 100 years of the formation of the Indian Hockey Federation. The national federation was officially established on 7th November 1925 in Gwalior, laying the foundation for India’s rise as a global hockey powerhouse. On this historic occasion, senior players to be honored include Ashok Kumar Yadav, D.K. Tiwari, Sarwar Khan, Manju Sankat, Buddharam Yadav, Mohansingh Dikhit, Poonamchand Yadav, Rajkumar Yadav, Ujagar Singh, Babulal Yadav, Satish Gupta, Ramnarayan Agrawal, Shubharanjan Chatterjee, O.P. Parikh, among others. Additionally, 40 promising young hockey players from the city will also receive recognition for their talent and contribution to th...

Kanpur: Former Kanpur DSP Rishikant Shukla, once known as a strict and reputed officer, is now under investigation for alleged disproportionate assets and financial irregularities. The spotlight has also turned to the lavish wedding of his son, held earlier this year at a resort valued at ₹200–250 crore, which saw the attendance of several senior political leaders and high-ranking officials. Extravagant Wedding Sparks ControversyIn March, Shukla’s son tied the knot at the Eternity Resort in Kanpur, drawing attention across political and administrative circles. The wedding reportedly hosted BJP district presidents from 18 districts, MPs, MLAs, and senior officers, including ADG and DIG level officials. A viral video from the event showed several IPS officers dancing, triggering discussio...

New Delhi: JBL has entered the kids’ audio segment with the launch of JBL Junior Free, specially designed open-ear TWS earbuds for children. The earbuds are engineered to deliver safe sound while keeping young ears protected, combining fun, functionality, and parental control. Safe Listening for KidsUnlike regular earbuds, which can reach unsafe volumes, JBL Junior Free caps sound at 85 decibels, ensuring a safe listening experience. The open-ear design allows children to hear ambient sounds, keeping them aware of their surroundings while enjoying music. Parental Control & Smart FeaturesParents can monitor and adjust volume through the companion app. The earbuds offer up to 10 hours of battery life, and a quick 10-minute charge provides 3 hours of usage. They can connect to two d...

New Delhi: The US government shutdown has entered its 36th day, making it the longest in American history. Millions of Americans are affected, with federal employees working without pay. The impasse is rooted in disagreements over funding for the border security wall, healthcare subsidies, and other key government programs. The shutdown, which began in January 2019, occurs when Congress and the President fail to approve funding bills for the upcoming fiscal year. In the current scenario, the stalemate between Democrats and Republicans has led to the suspension of numerous government services, while essential services like national security and public safety continue with limited staff. Severe Disruption of ServicesNon-essential services including food assistance, childcare funding, a...

Bijapur, Chhattisgarh: Security forces engaged in a fierce encounter with Naxalites in the Naxal-affected Bijapur district of Chhattisgarh. The confrontation reportedly took place in the Tarlaguda police station area, near the dense forests of Annaram and Marimalla, located along the Chhattisgarh-Telangana border. Preliminary reports suggest that several Naxal operatives, including key leaders, have been neutralized in the encounter. Security personnel are continuing their search and clearance operations in the area, and a number of weapons have reportedly been recovered. The encounter is said to involve members of the Naxals’ Maddeda Area Committee. However, official confirmation regarding the exact number of casualties and the weapons recovered is still awaited. Authorities are exp...

** New Delhi: Buying a new washing machine often leaves consumers confused between top load and front load models. Both types are popular, but which one is best depends on your household needs. Experts suggest considering factors such as energy efficiency, fabric care, and budget before making a decision. Energy and Water EfficiencyFront-load washing machines are more water and energy-efficient. Reports suggest that they use up to 40% less water than top-load machines. Clothes rotate in a small amount of water, and the high spin speed removes water efficiently, reducing drying time and cutting electricity and water bills. Fabric CareFront-load machines wash clothes by rolling them gently, causing less wear and tear. In contrast, top-load machines have a central agitator that twist...

New Delhi: Over 42 crore Ayushman cards have been issued under the Ayushman Bharat – Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PMJAY), promising cashless treatment up to ₹10 lakh in Delhi and ₹5 lakh in other states. However, a small oversight could lead to your claim being rejected at the hospital, warns the government. Key Issue: Live Photo UploadAccording to official Ayushman UP authorities, the most common reason for claim rejection is the improper upload of a live photo while creating the card. If your live photo is blurry or outdated, the hospital system may reject your card during treatment. Guidelines to Avoid Rejection Ensure your photo is clear and recent. Avoid using previously clicked or old photos. The face should be clearly visible and captured in real-time during reg...

Aurangabad, Bihar: In a significant political jolt to the Grand Alliance (Mahagathbandhan) in Bihar, influential Kushwaha leader and former MLA Suresh Mehta officially parted ways with the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) on Wednesday, joining the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) along with his supporters. This move is widely seen as a calculated strategy by the NDA to weaken RJD’s hold on the Kushwaha community. Suresh Mehta, who played a pivotal role in the 2020 Bihar Assembly elections by leading the Mahagathbandhan to victory across all six constituencies in Aurangabad, made the announcement alongside Gopal Narayan Singh, former Rajya Sabha member and father of NDA-supported BJP candidate Trivikram Narayan Singh, at a press conference. Why He Left RJD Mehta revealed that he owes his ini...

Ghaziabad, November 3, 2025: In a major crackdown, the Ghaziabad SWAT team intercepted a massive consignment of banned cough syrup that was bound for Bangladesh. Acting on intelligence from Sonbhadra Police, authorities raided a warehouse near Gulhar on the Delhi-Meerut Highway and recovered nearly 1.5 lakh bottles of codeine-containing cough syrup hidden under lime bags in four trucks. The operation led to the arrest of eight people involved in the illegal trade, but the kingpin behind this racket has been identified as Saurav Tyagi, a resident of Makhanpur in Sahibabad, Ghaziabad. Tyagi, who originally ran a medical store, gradually entered the illegal cough syrup business after coming in contact with suppliers of banned medicines. He quickly emerged as a major supplier, handling dist...