Viral video: 6 women slip near edge of Bihar waterfall, rescued in nick of time

A harrowing incident unfolded at Languriya hill waterfall in Gaya, Bihar, where six women were swept away by a sudden surge of water. Villagers heroically rescued the women, who were in imminent danger of being swept over a steep drop. One woman is hospitalized due to injuries sustained from colliding with a rock.

6 Women Escape Death In Dramatic Rescue At Languriya Waterfall In Bihar | Video

Six women narrowly escaped disaster at Languriya hill waterfall in Bihar's Gaya after being swept away by sudden water. Villagers rescued them; one woman was injured.

SC Refuses to Entertain Plea Challenging Bodh Gaya Temple Act

The bench said the petitioner should approach the concerned high court.

When life is a game

While I was researching options for this article, my husband was joking about how some childhood memories linger forever. He then went on to recite a couplet written by Kabir Das that he had learned in school. It was almost as if he had just studied it for a test yesterday. Kabir Das was a 15th-century Indian mystic poet and saint whose verses continue to resonate across religious and cultural boundaries. Born in or around 1398 in Varanasi, Kabir was one of the most influential figures of the Bhakti movement. It was his birthday in June, which was reason enough to do some digging. With my passion for traditional games, I started researching Kabir Dass associations with games and play. There is no historical record or mention of Kabir Das engaging in games or recreational play as we think of it today. His life was centered around spiritual inquiry, poetic expression, and challenging the religious orthodoxy of his time, even when he was a child. What I did find interesting was that Kabir Das used the metaphor of life as a game in several of his dohas, or rhyming couplets in two lines. Here are a couple of few that reflect this theme Khel khel mein kheliye, khel khel mein hoy Khel khel mein mil gaya, sahaj sahaj hi soy Translation: Play the game playfully, let it remain a game. In this playful spirit, one finds the divine easily and naturally. Meaning: Kabir encourages a joyful, light-hearted approach to life and spirituality. The divine is found not through struggle, but through simplicity and surrender. Jeevan khel kahe Kabir, yeh khel anokha Jo khel so jaaniye, jo jaane so roya Translation: Kabir says life is a game, a unique one indeed. The one who plays it understands, and the one who understands often weeps. Meaning: True engagement with life reveals its spiritual depth. Realization brings both joy and sorrow the sorrow of illusion and the joy of awakening. The interesting thing about research is that sometimes you find a little string, then you pull on it, and you never know where it leads. The more I read, the more I was fascinated. It was interesting to discover how many writers used such metaphors. The metaphor of play is a very helpful concept to understand the world and the relations between humans and the world. It has been explored across philosophy, psychology, art, and cultural theory. At its core, using play metaphorically allows us to understand complex human experiences. Play thus functions as a metaphor, not just as a childs pastime, but as a lens through which we understand life, work, and relationships. This metaphor is used widely by many writers that the words denoting play have become part of our everyday language. Theyre playing both sides - has become a metaphor for behind-the-scenes tactics that shape outcomes. Lets play with this idea - means an exploration that leads to insight. But it is not just Kabir Das. The song The Winner Takes It All from ABBA has the lyrics: The Gods may throw a Their minds as cold as ice It simply cannot be ignored. Games and play are everywhere, closely interwoven with our language, our poetry, our music and our life itself.

Welspun bids the most for Lavasa Corporation; Lodha Developers, Jindal Steel and Power Group in fray, too

Lavasa Corporation, India's first private hill town project, is up for sale again. Creditors aim to recover their dues. Six takeover bids have been submitted, ranging from 500 crore to 850 crore. Welspun Group placed the highest bid. Other bidders include Ashdan, Pride Purple, Macrotech Developers, DB Corp subsidiary Valor, Jindal Steel and Power Group, and Yogayatan Group.

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Army organizes Archery tourney in Zanskar

Excelsior Sports Correspondent KARGIL, June 28: To commemorate Kargil Vijay Diwas, Army, in collaboration with the Zanskar Archery Association, hosted an archery tournament in Zanskar, celebrating local culture, community, and sporting spirit. The event was graced by Executive Councillor Er. Phunchok Tashi as chief guest, along with Col. Yogender Singh Tomar, Col. S.P. Deepak, and Squadron Leader Gayatri (Retd). Presidents of the Zanskar Buddhist Association, Ex-Servicemen Association, and Merchant Association also attended. Sixteen teams participated, with Horker Poyen Kargil winning [] The post Army organizes Archery tourney in Zanskar appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Woman held for killing husband with help of lover in Bihar's Aurangabad

PATNA: In a resemblance to the Meghalaya honeymoon murder case , a woman from Bihars Aurangabad district has been arrested for allegedly plotting and executing the murder of her husband with the help of her lover. According to police, the woman, identified as Puja, conspired with her lover, Kamlesh Yadav, to kill her husband, Bikku, under the pretence of seeking medical treatment in Gayaji. On their return journey, the duo allegedly ran him over with an SUV on a deserted stretch of road, leading to his instant death. Police stated that Puja was apprehended on June 25 following the recovery of Bikkus body from a field in Amauna village under the jurisdiction of Bandeya police station in Aurangabad district. The woman was arrested on June 25 and admitted her involvement. The murder plot was planned and executed by both Puja and her lover, SDPO Rishiraj informed the media. Initially, Puja attempted to mislead the investigating officer with contradictory statements but eventually broke down and confessed to the crime. Sub-Divisional Police Officer (SDPO) of Daudnagar, Kumar Rishiraj, said, The victims body, which was recovered on June 21, bore external injury marks. It was sent for post-mortem examination. Preliminary investigation and statements from the deceaseds family members suggested that Bikku was murdered. Earlier, the deceaseds son, mother, and uncle told investigators that Kamlesh Yadav, a resident of Karma Masood village under Rafiganj police station, would forcibly enter their home, confine them to a room, and maintain a physical relationship with Puja. Kamlesh used to threaten us with dire consequences if we protested, they claimed. SDPO Rishiraj confirmed that raids were underway to apprehend the absconding Kamlesh Yadav. He, however, declined to reveal further details, citing concerns that it might hamper the investigation. He assured that the case was being thoroughly investigated from all angles and would be brought to a logical conclusion soon. Bikkus grieving mother demanded the harshest punishment for the accused. They should be hanged for this crime. An exemplary punishment is needed to serve as a deterrent, she told the media. The case bears a striking similarity to a recent incident in Meghalaya, where a newlywed woman, Sonam Raghuvanshi, killed her husband, Raja Raghuvanshi, with the help of her lover, Raj Kushwaha, during their honeymoon. Sonam later surrendered in court, while Raj was arrested by the police. During interrogation, both confessed to the crime. So far, eight people have been arrested in connection with the Meghalaya case.

Bihar shocker: Another wife kills husband with help of lover; runs Scorpio SUV over him

In Bihar's Aurangabad, a woman named Puja has been arrested for allegedly plotting with her lover, Kamlesh Yadav, to murder her husband, Bikku. Puja lured Bikku with the false promise of seeking medicine in Gayaji.

7 lives lost in Central Sulawesi landslide, search efforts conclude

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Bihar to grant arms licences to Panchayat representatives amid rising attacks

PATNA: In a significant move ahead of the upcoming assembly elections, the Bihar government has decided to issue arms licences to representatives of the three-tier panchayati raj institutions across the state. The decision follows a series of violent attacks on panchayat representatives, particularly mukhiyas (panchayat heads). The state government has directed all District Magistrates and Superintendents of Police to begin processing arms licence applications from elected panchayat members. However, the directive emphasises that the established rules for verifying arms licence applications must be strictly adhered to. The verification process should be completed promptly and without unnecessary delay, the government noted. The proposal, initiated by the Panchayati Raj Department, received approval during a cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Tuesday. Kumar instructed officials to expedite the licensing process, treating applications from panchayat representatives as a priority. The move comes in the wake of several high-profile killings. Just last week, a mukhiya and his aide were shot dead in Lakhisarai district while returning home from a function. In February, Mahesh Mishra, Deputy Mukhiya of Chiraila Panchayat in Gaya district and a JD(U) block secretary, was murdered. Similar incidents, including murder attempts and threats, have been reported from multiple districts such as Samastipur, Muzaffarpur, Vaishali, Saran, Bhojpur, Jamui, and Nawada. Concerned by the deteriorating security situation, panchayat representatives had previously met senior state officials to demand protection. This measure adds to a series of steps taken by the state government to support local representatives ahead of elections expected in OctoberNovember this year. Allowances for panchayat members have already been increased. In another key decision, the government has approved the construction of marriage halls in every panchayat for the weddings of women from economically weaker backgrounds. A budget of Rs 4,026 crore has been sanctioned for the scheme, which will be implemented through 'Jeevika Didis', members of local womens self-help groups.

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Papa please Woman dies in Bihar, disturbing abuse video surfaces

In a deeply disturbing incident from the Janakpur area of Gaya district, Bihar, a woman named Nisha Kumari has died under suspicious circumstances, sparking public outrage. Her father, Shravan Kumar, has accused her husband, Abhishek Kumar, of murdering her over continued dowry demands. Nisha, who had been married to Abhishek since 2015, was allegedly subjected Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

Papa please, mummy ko chod do: Woman dies by suicide after dowry assault in Bihar, shocking video emerges

Nisha Kumari died in Gaya district, Bihar. Her father accused her husband, Abhishek Kumar, of murder. The accusation stems from alleged dowry demands and abuse. A video surfaced showing Abhishek beating Nisha. Abhishek claims Nisha consumed poison and he was in Patna. Police filed a case against Abhishek and his family. They sent Nishas body for post-mortem.

World Refugee Day: A decade on, Pakistani Hindu refugees in Delhi still await citizenship

NEW DELHI: As World Refugee Day is observed across the globe on Friday, hundreds of Pakistani Hindu families who crossed the border over the past decade with the hope of a better life in India continue to live in limbo. Narrow stretches of kutcha lanes in Delhis Majnu Ka Tila quietly reflect a long wait filled with uncertainty, a wait for identity, dignity, and a place to finally call home. While a section of Pakistani Hindu refugees received their Indian citizenship last year ahead of the general elections, many allege that only about 10 per cent of the camps population has been granted citizenship so far. Meena Kumari (55), who came from Sindh with five of her children 10 years ago, claimed that her entire family is still waiting to be registered as Indian citizens. Ive been living here for 10 years. We were told we would be given citizenship. But till now, theres been no clarity, she said, adding that she left four of her children behind in Pakistan. There is no sanitation here. Weve repeatedly approached authorities, but the situation remains the same. We are also told, from time to time, that we could be removed from this camp, she said. The refugee settlement, located near the Yamuna, is marked by kutcha houses, broken public toilets and overflowing garbage. Toilets built for the residents of the camp have turned into dumping sites and several lanes are in a state of disrepair. Most households in the camp still rely on mud stoves and biomass fuel for cooking. June 20 is observed as World Refugee Day to highlight the plight of displaced communities and their right to safety and dignity. Forty-five-year-old Udish Narayan, who arrived from Sindh two years ago with his extended family, said the lack of citizenship has also affected their employment opportunities. We are not allowed to sell fruits or park our carts on the roadside. There is no work. We were promised citizenship but are still waiting, he claimed. Due to the absence of formal documents, many residents are unable to access government welfare schemes. Despite the challenges of displacement and the uncertainty their families face, children in the refugee camp hold on to big ambitions. Many speak of becoming officers and doctors one day, as they continue their education with determination in the face of hardship. Muskaan and Sangeeta, both aged 12 and students of Class 6, said they wish to become doctors when they grow up. Whereas 5-year-old Gayatri, another child in the camp, expressed her ambition to become an officer someday. The residents said some families were granted citizenship and voting rights ahead of the recent Lok Sabha elections, but the majority are still waiting.

They screamed for help at 3am: 12 rescued from surging Falgu river in Gaya, 2 feared swept away

In Gaya, a sudden surge in the Falgu river, caused by recent rains, trapped at least 12 individuals, including women and children, near Kirani Ghat. Prompt action by locals and the State Disaster Response Force led to their rescue early Thursday. Two others are feared swept away.

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Chilling video shows locals and NDRF heroically rescuing woman from flooded river in Bihar

In Gaya, Bihar, a dramatic rescue unfolded as the Falgu River overflowed due to continuous rain, trapping residents. Locals and NDRF personnel heroically saved about 12-13 people, including a woman pulled to safety with ropes amidst the surging waters. Meanwhile, in Uttar Pradesh, villages are isolated after a bridge washed away, with more rain expected.

India's Artisanal Legacy Shines Bright In PM's Gifts For Canada

This Brass Bodhi Tree sculpture from Bihar is a beautiful and meaningful piece of art. Made by hand from brass, it shows the sacred Bodhi tree where Buddha found enlightenment in Bodh Gaya

Boost Mental Clarity, Focus, And Emotional Balance On Gayatri Jayanti

Gayatri Jayanti marks the appearance of Goddess Gayatri, the divine energy behind the sacred Gayatri Mantra. The post Boost Mental Clarity, Focus, And Emotional Balance On Gayatri Jayanti appeared first on Dharma .

Register plot in owners name or face jail: Telangana HC to Arvind Kumar

HYDERABAD: While directing Special Chief Secretary Arvind Kumar to register the plot,acquired from S Ram Reddy for development works in Uppal Bhagayat in the owners name, the Telangana High Court on Wednesday warned the official that if he fails to execute the courts order, he would have to undergo simple imprisonment of two weeks. In a contempt case, the high court told the then commissioner of HMDA Arvind Kumar and the then HMDA Land Acquisition Officer N Prasunamba to be ready to undergo simple imprisonment for a period of two weeks and to pay a fine of Rs 1,000 if they fail to execute conveyance deed of the plot at Uppal Bhagayat, to the affected person. The court gave them three months to comply with the orders or face contempt proceedings. The high court, in February 2023, directed the then HMDA Commissioner Arvind Kumar to register the plot No 181 measuring 666.67 square yards in favour of Ram Reddy. The court directed the officials in 2023 to register the plot within four weeks and file a status report on the registration. However, the officials concerned failed to execute the orders of the court till date.

Modi receives warm welcome in Croatia with chants of Sanskrit mantras

NEW DELHI, Jun 18 : Prime Minister Narendra Modi was on Wednesday welcomed in Zagreb with warmth, music and cultural performances, including the chanting of the Gayatri Mantra by a group of Croatian nationals, showcasing the strong cultural bond between the two nations. Modi, who is the first Indian Prime Minister to visit the Balkan nation, was welcomed by the members of the Indian community on his arrival at the hotel, with slogans like Vande Mataram and Bharat Mata ki [] The post Modi receives warm welcome in Croatia with chants of Sanskrit mantras appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Two octogenarians from Kerala amble into Europe. And then, into limelight

For most, retirement is a time for quiet reflection. But for Valsala Menon and Ramani Menon, octogenarian sisters from Wadakkancherry in Thrissur, it has become a passport to explore the world. Their latest feat? A month-long journey across eight European countries, a dream brought to life by the boundless love and meticulous planning of their family. The sisters Valsala and Ramani, aged 86 and 84, respectively, began travelling in their 70s after moving in together following the death of Ramanis husband. Valsala had lost her husband at a young age and worked at the Account General's office in Thrissur. The duo began their journey with spiritual trips across India with the Adhyatmika Prabodhan Sangam group, and soon expanded to several Asian countries, each journey fuelling a desire to see the world. Their dream of Europe was ignited during a visit to Kashmir two years ago. After Kashmir, the desire to see Switzerland became very strong, shares Gayathri, Ramanis granddaughter, who, along with her mother Bindu and brother Gautham, forms the backbone of the two sisters travel team. The recent European trip, however, was unexpected. It began as a visit to Gauthams workplace in Germany and gradually expanded into a month-long adventure. The journey culminated in Germany, where they celebrated Vishu at Gauthams home, Gayathri adds. Usually, Gayathri accompanies the grandmothers, but with a toddler to take care of, she opted to stay back. So Bindu and Gayathris daughter Kshetra joined the trip, arranged through a travel agency. This, however, proved to be a mistake. The travel operator was rude and even questioned why I was bringing my mothers, says Bindu. Co-passengers were initially impatient too. But I addressed it, and things improved. My college friend Jiji and her husband Joseph, who accompany us on most trips, were a lifeline there. It just goes to show, we really need more avenues to take elderly people on leisure trips, she adds. What truly sets Valsala and Ramani apart, say Bindu and Gayathri, is their cheerful spirit and contentment. They never complain, points out Gayathri. They are content with whatever they get and even console us if something goes wrong. She vividly recalled how, during their Kashmir trip, a taxi backed out last minute. My mother and I had to walk the whole day trying to find another. But since it was Eid, no one was ready to take us. Finally, we found a Parakkumthalika-like bus and toured Kashmir in that, laughs Gayathri, adding that even after all that waiting and inconvenience, the grannies never once complained. The sister duo takes care of themselves, having only healthy, vegetarian food. They do walk slowly. One has hearing issues, and another had eye surgery. But even then, they manage themselves and take great care not to be a burden on others, says Bindu, adding that its an unspoken family rule to take the mothers along on every trip. Despite all the admiration, the sisters remain blissfully unaware of what they have achieved. We just go wherever our children take us. I dont think we have done anything extraordinary, says Valsala. Everyone must travel. For the duo, seeing the Swiss Alps was the most joyful moment. Also, the Berlin Story Bunker, something we read about in books, adds Ramani. People in Europe are very welcoming. Also, the traffic in Europe was very organised. We didn't have to be scared like in our home town, recalls the sisters. When asked if theyd revisit Europe, they say, Likely not. We want to see as many new places as we can while we still have time. If we were young, we could have. Now, the group is planning a trip to Lakshadweep in October. We don't know how much time we have left with our grannies. We want to make every moment count. We want to give them all the joy we can. So it's always one trip after another, one experience after another, says Gayathri. As the sister duo continue their extraordinary adventures, Valsala and Ramani stand as an inspiring example that for a truly adventurous spirit, age is merely a number.

Indias Platform Workers deserve a new lease on their social security

Positive intervention at state level is imperative to improve conditions By Gayatri Singh, Akhil Surya As new and myriad forms of employment come into play, it is essential that we critically rethink what a traditional employer-employee relationship means and analyse these forms by broadly interpreting an employment relationship under the existing labour laws. In [] The post Indias Platform Workers deserve a new lease on their social security appeared first on Northlines .

Nikhil Kumaraswamy launches JDS campaign, keeps BJP guessing on ZP, TP polls

TUMAKURU: When JDS youth wing president Nikhil Kumaraswamy launched the Janarondige Janata Dal (JD-S with the people) campaign here on Monday, sending out a message to opponents that the regional political outfit is still a force to reckon with, especially in Old Mysuru region, a Vokkaliga bastion. BJP legislators B Suresh Gowda and GB Jyothiganesh received Nikhil when he arrived at the prominent Lingayat religious institution, Siddaganga Mutt, and sought the blessings of Sri Siddalinga Swamiji, and prayed before the gadduge (tomb) of Sri Shivakumara Swami. His campaign has been touted as a prelaunch for his elevation as JDS state president and to lead the party in local bodies polls, including the ZP/TP and BBMP elections, expected to be held in November 2025. According to sources, the BJP, which has made inroads into Old Mysuru region, is not in a mood to go with the alliance in urban local bodies polls. The JDS, too, has been preparing for any circumstance, as Nikhil has kept the BJP guessing. Let us see how things pan out, he quipped to a query on the alliance. Nikhil, who has lost three electoral battles, including the recent Channapatna bypoll, will need to test his skills as a political organiser, according to analysts. He urged the Congress government to announce dates for urban local bodies polls, which have been delayed for years. For any political party, especially the regional outfits, polls to local bodies play a crucial role in strengthening their base by improving their vote share, and the JDS is also focusing on the same, say experts. The partys vote share took a nosedive to a mere 13.29 per cent in the 2023 assembly polls, from 18.36 per cent in 2018, and the party could win only 19 seats. Nikhil plans to regain the partys vote share in local bodies polls by up to 20 per cent, and ensure the JDS plays the kingmakers role in Karnatakas politics in future, according to a party insider.

Medical aspirant from Gaya dies by suicide in city

Sri Lankas ruling party gets coveted Colombo mayorship

COLOMBO, June 16: Sri Lankas ruling National Peoples Power (NPP) on Monday won the coveted Colombo Municipal Council with its candidate being elected mayor following a secret ballot. The NPPs Vraie Cally Balthazar was elected with 61 votes against her main opposition rival Riza Zarook, of the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB), who polled 54 of the 117 votes cast by members. Two votes were declared invalid. The outcome was decided after a stormy inaugural meeting lasting nearly two hours, [] The post Sri Lankas ruling party gets coveted Colombo mayorship appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

NGOs roped in to provide tech learning solutions in Telangana schools

HYDERABAD: In a major step towards transforming public education, the Education department has signed Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with several prominent national and international NGOs to provide advanced EdTech-based learning solutions free of cost to students in government schools. The MoUs were signed in the presence of Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy. With the vision of enhancing the quality of education in the state, the government has entered into collaborations with six reputed organisations to introduce cutting-edge educational technologies in public schools. These include EkStep Foundation, led by Nandan Nilekani, Prajwala Foundation, headed by Sunitha Krishnan, Physics Wallah, led by Alakh Pandey, Khan Academy, PiJam Foundation, founded by Shoaib Dar and Educate Girls, led by Safeena Husain. Revolutionary change The Chief Ministers Office said: Enchanted by the welfare and development programmes implemented by the Peoples Government, these organisations came forward and joined hands with the government. The decision to seek the help of noted organisations was taken in line with the Chief Minister Revanth Reddys idea of improving educational standards in the state. The state government strongly believes that partnering with Indias renowned organisations will bring a revolutionary change in the education sector in the country. The EkStep Foundation is currently working in 540 schools with an artificial intelligence-based platform. Now, the organisation will offer services in more than 5,000 primary schools in 33 districts. The organisation helps with Telugu and English languages as well as Maths basics from Class 3 to 5. Physics Wallah will provide coaching to Inter students in preparing for NEET, JEE and CLAT exams. It will also provides free training to students from the school level for competitive exams. STEM training Khan Academy will offer video-based STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Maths) training in accordance with the curriculum to students from Class 6 to 10. Prajwala Foundation will launch child safety and protection programmes for students from Class 6 to 12 across the state. Pi Jam Foundation will provide training in coding and computational thinking to students from Class 1 to 10. Educate Girls will take up the enrolment of over 16,000 out-of-school children to improve literacy and educational opportunities for girls. Government Advisor K Kesava Rao, Education Secretary Yogitharana, CM Special Secretary Ajith Reddy, School Education Director Narasimha Reddy, Director of School Education Naveen Nicholas, Education Department Special Secretary Haritha, EkStep Foundation CEO Jagadish Babu, Prajwala Foundation chief Sunitha Krishnan, Physics Wallah co-gounder Prateek Maheshwari, Khan Academy India MD Swati Vasudevan, Pi Jam Foundation founder Shoaib Dar, Educate Girls CEO Gayatri Nair Lobo and others were present at the MoU signing ceremony.

Fishermen resume operations as 61-day ban ends in Andhra Pradesh

VIJAYAWADA: With the lifting of the 61-day annual fishing ban at midnight on June 14, fishermen across Krishna district resumed operations on Sunday morning, bringing back boats to sea in anticipation of a good fishing season. The ban, enforced under the Andhra Pradesh Marine Fishing Regulation Act, 1994, aims to conserve fish and shrimp during the breeding season and is lifted annually in mid-June. According to the Fisheries Department, all 23 fish landing points including the Gilakaladindi Fishing Harbour in Kruthivennu, Machilipatnam, Koduru, and Nagayalanka mandals have come alive with activity. Scenes of fish sales, marine species packaging, and eager seafood lovers marked the post-ban resumption. However, despite the ban being lifted, not all boats ventured out immediately. Many fishermen are waiting for an auspicious time (Muhurtham) to begin operations, a tradition that involves performing special poojas to ensure a successful catch. Only a few boats set sail on Sunday; the rest are expected to resume operations in the coming days. The district has a total of 2,270 active boats 2,131 motorised, 73 non-motorised, and 66 mechanised with around 13,789 fishermen currently active. Andhra Pradesh fishermen return to sea as annual ban ends Fishermen and their families expressed relief and happiness after enduring financial hardships during the two-month ban. Kokiligadda Nancharayya, a fisherman from Tallapalem, said he expects a productive season and plans to fish four days a week, earning up to Rs 6,000 to Rs 8,000 weekly if the catch is good. He plans to set out in the coming days. To support the fishing community during the ban, the State government disbursed financial aid of Rs 20,000 per eligible fisherman under the Matsyakara Bharosa scheme. The scheme, launched by Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu in Srikakulam during the third week of April, benefited 13,177 fishermen in Krishna district. The amount was credited directly to their accounts. Speaking to TNIE , Krishna district Joint Director of Fisheries A Naga Raja confirmed all eligible fishermen received aid. For those with mismatched bank or IFSC details, the amount has also been credited after correction, he said. He said the government is extending support, including a fuel subsidy of Rs 9 per litre up to 300 litres for motorised boats and 3,000 litres for mechanised boats. The Fisheries Department has also issued safety and protection guidelines to fishermen as they return to sea.

CM Siddaramaiah sandwiched as anti-caste survey agitation brews in Karnataka

Karnataka's Congress government faces a dilemma over a new caste survey, sparking discontent among OBCs who fear losing advantages from the un-implemented Kantharaj Commission report, which favored them. Lingayats and Vokkaligas, who opposed the previous report, are planning their own surveys. The government aims to complete the new survey in 90 days, following Congress leadership's directive.

Karnataka Scraps Caste Census Report: Vokkaliga, Lingayat Lobbies Have Their Way

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INDIA bloc hit as AAP announces decision to contest solo in Bihar assembly elections

PATNA: Opposition INDIA bloc suffered a major setback after Aaam Aadmi Party (AAP) announced to contest the upcoming assembly elections in Bihar independently. Assembly elections in Bihar are scheduled to be held in October-November this year. AAP convenor Saurabh Bhardwaj said on Wednesday that AAP will contest Bihar polls solo and field its candidates in all the 243 assembly seats. We will not tie up with any political coalition and will field candidates in all the seats, he told the media in Delhi. Saurabh Bhardwajs statement came barely a week after AAP joint secretary Manoranjan Singh revealed that the party has started preparations for contesting assembly elections in Bihar. Singh said that he would try his luck from the Taraiya assembly constituency in Saran district. Bhardwaj said that people from villages in Bihar were in Delhi. The people from Bihar have seen development works carried out by AAP in the national capital during its tenure. We have promised a similar kind of development in Bihar as well, he added. AAP has already launched a mass contact programme under the leadership of Manoranjan Singh. The party has launched Bihar mein bhi Kejriwal outreach programme in the state to mobilise party workers and reach out to voters on the Delhi development model. Bhardwaj said that the partys Bihar in-charge, Rakesh Yadav, has already launched a seven-phase yatra across the state to make people aware of the development of Delhi during the AAP government. Peoples response is very enthusiastic, he claimed. Rakesh Yadav also said that there were no plans to enter into pre-poll alliance with the RJD-Congress in Bihar. AAP has its organisational strength and public following. However, the state unit has proposed to contest the coming elections solo. He said that the party has started preparations on all 243 seats. Booth-level committees will be set up soon, he said, adding that the district-level committee has been specifically told to mobilise support from all sections of society, irrespective of caste and religion. Meanwhile, AAP has coined a new slogan Jin logon ne Delhi se Biharion ko bhagaya hai, uss BJP ko Bihar se Bihari log bhagayenge (those who displaced Biharis from Delhi, those Biharis will throw BJP out of Bihar, with the party eyeing to make its debut in Bihar elections.

Karnataka to conduct fresh caste re-enumeration in 60-70 days: CM Siddaramaiah

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announced a fresh caste re-enumeration. The Congress high command directed this action. It addresses concerns from communities excluded in the 2015-16 survey. The re-enumeration will take about 60-70 days. The previous report is principally accepted. Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge said the data is old. Vokkaligas and Veershaiva-Lingayats raised reservations.

Karnataka to hold fresh caste survey amid concerns flagged by stakeholders

NEW DELHI: Ending days of uncertainty, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Tuesday said his government will hold a fresh caste survey to address concerns flagged by several stakeholders. The announcement came after the partys top brass met Siddaramaiah and his deputy and PCC president DK Shivakumar at the Congress new headquarters in New Delhi, and discussed various issues, including the June 4 stampede in Bengaluru. Siddaramaiah said the new survey will be completed within 90 days. At the meeting, the leadership said the report submitted on the caste census has been accepted in principle. However, concerns were raised by some organisations, religious heads, and a few ministers as the last survey was conducted in 2015. So we have agreed to hold a fresh caste enumeration, the CM said. The decision comes ahead of the state Cabinet meeting on June 12, which will discuss the contentious social and educational survey (caste census) report, which was released in April. Though the report has been discussed in as many as three Cabinet meetings, the state government failed to reach any consensus. Caste census alone won't suffice, conduct socio-economic survey as well: Siddaramaiah tells Centre Shivakumar said the caste census would be redone to allay doubts of various communities over the sanctity of data, and that the government has plans to finalise the resurvey of the caste census in the next Cabinet meet on June 12 Data will be collected through door to door and online surveys. The process would be done in a very transparent manner. We will correct all concerns expressed about the previous caste census. Online option is given so that people of our state can... be enumerated even if they are living outside the state, he said. The state government has been facing heat from opposition and party leaders for unscientific data. Several leaders from Lingayat and Vokkaliga communities opposed the report, saying their numbers were less than what had been previously extrapolated. While the survey pegged total population of backward classes at 70%, Lingayats were about 11% while Vokkaligas were 10.29% of the population. Human lives of great value to congress: Rahul On the stampede issue, a source said Rahul Gandhi told the CM and PCC president that human lives are of great value to the Congress and the government has to be responsive towards people. Kantharaj defends caste survey; slams BJP, dominant caste groups for baseless claims

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The survey report, which had proposed a greater reservation for OBCs, had received significant backlash from the powerful Lingayat and Vokkaliga communities

Caste data set to be re-enumerated in Karnataka to address concerns of some communities

Some caste groups, Veerashaivas and Lingayats most vociferously, have been demanding a re-enumeration, claiming that the old one was unscientific

Congress High Command for resurvey of Karnataka caste census

Ahead of the Karnataka governments special Cabinet meeting on June 12, the Congress high command on Tuesday hinted at a resurvey of the contentious social and educational survey (caste census) report. The decision was announced by Congress general secretary (Organisation) K C Venugopal after a meeting with Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar in the national capital. The Karnataka leaders were in Delhi to apprise the Congress high command of various developments, including the stampede in Bengaluru that killed 11 people on June 4. Though the caste census report was released in April this year, cabinet meetings on the report have been deferred without any resolution. The report has been discussed in as many as three Cabinet meetings without reaching any consensus. Speaking to the media after the meeting, Venugopal said that the Congress leadership has suggested to Siddaramaiah that the Karnataka government re-enumerate the caste census within a stipulated time, as a section of the public raised apprehensions about the existing survey, which was conducted in 2015. Rahul Gandhi, CM of Karnataka, PCC chief of Karnataka, and state in-charge met today. The issue related to the caste census report to be taken up in a special cabinet meeting in Karnataka on 12th June was discussed. Congress believed that whatever the Karnataka government has done on the caste census has to be agreed to in principle. But there are some apprehensions by some sections of the community about the data. Since the caste census was done 10 years ago, the data is a little bit old. The Congress party has suggested that the Karnataka government re-enumerate within a stipulated time, like 60 days, 70 days, or whatever period the government comes up with, he said, adding that the Karnataka CM will give further details on it. INTERVIEW | Need for relook at Karnataka caste survey, says Veerappa Moily The move assumes significance as the state government has been facing heat from the opposition and a section of party leaders, who termed the data as unscientific. Several leaders from the influential Lingayat and Vokkaliga communities have also opposed the report, saying that it was found to be lesser than what had been previously extrapolated. We also discussed the current political situation and the recent unfortunate incident in Bengaluru. CM and PCC President briefed the party leadership on the incident and the action taken by the state government. Venugopal further said that the Karnataka government has already ordered a judicial inquiry into the stampede that took several lives. The incident has invited sharp criticism from the opposition BJP and JD(S), and there have been calls for the resignation of both the CM and the Deputy CM. We are concerned about human lives lost. The state government has ordered a judicial enquiry into what happened. The party doesnt want to interfere with the nitty grittyduring the inquiry. However, we are of the view that there should be a clear-cut pro-peopleattitude on the issue. Another critical issue is that the Central government is completely ignoring Karnataka in funds allocation. The Modi government is doing injustice to Karnataka, he said.

How Aadhaar fudging aided Madhya Pradesh cop recruitment scam

BHOPAL: Paliganj town 50 km from the Bihar capital is in news nearly a thousand km away in Madhya Pradesh, thanks to one of its government school teachers, who has emerged as the key solver of an inter-state Aadhaar ID manipulation-enabled examination racket, which helped candidates from the Gwalior-Chambal region crack the 2023 MP Police Constable Recruitment Exam. Ranjan Kumar Gupta, a school teacher from Paliganj appeared in place of ten candidates, including one of the merit holders of the exam who secured 87 out of 100 marks. Besides Gupta, who is now in police custody in MPs Sheopur district, at least five more solvers from the same eastern state also appeared through the same modus operandi for dozens of other candidates in MP, in return for Rs 1 lakh to Rs 4 lakh subject to passing of the candidate. Another solver from Bihars Gaya district, Amrendra Singh Bahubali appeared for eight candidates, for Rs 1 lakh each. He is now in police custody in Alirajpur district, following the arrest of Ramrup Gurjar, the candidate from MPs Gwalior-Chambal region who managed to clear the written test by making Amrendra appear in his place and subsequently cracked the 2024 physical proficiency test on his own, to finally be selected for the constables job. The solvers from Bihar travelled between Patna and MP by air on tickets booked by the examinations main rackets mastermind Amitabh Rawat and aides in Gwalior-Chambal region. They were comforted in big hotels and travelled to examination centres across MP in snazzy cars. The racket mastermind and aides also took special care of the fun and frolic demanded by the solvers from Bihar during their stay in MP , a police officer forming a key part of the ongoing probe told this newspaper. Eyeing to earn big (around `40 lakh after appearing for ten candidates) Ranjan now feels cheated by the mastermind of the racket Morena district-based Amitabh Rawat who is also a school teacher, and a village sarpanchs husband. Carrying a Rs 10,000 reward on his arrest, Rawat, who is now on the run, made Ranjan appear for ten candidates, but paid him just Rs 4 lakh. Ranjan, however, is confident that he wouldnt have failed in getting less than 6-7 candidates pass the 2023 written test to qualify for the 2024 physical proficiency test. The candidates for whom he appeared, included at least three close relatives of the rackets mastermind Amitabh Rawat. Just like us, Ranjan too is keenly awaiting Rawats arrest, but for different reasons, the police officer confided. While Rawat , who is a Meena caste strongman in Morena, ran the biggest racket, smaller rackets run by some other caste strongmen (including Thakurs and Gurjars) were also active in other districts of the same northern MP region.

Rahul Gandhi says PM Modi gave in on caste census, questions silence on Trumps ceasefire claim

PATNA: Congress MP and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Friday claimed Prime Minister Narendra Modi conceded to the demand for a nationwide caste census only after coming under pressure. Addressing the Samvidhan Suraksha Sammelan at Rajgir in Bihars Nalanda district, Rahul said, My objective is caste census. I told Modi Ji in Lok Sabha that a caste census would be conducted. You know he has a habit of surrendering. I knew that the day we put a little pressure, they would completely surrender. He said he was fighting for the caste census because it would help protect the Constitution and bring overall development in the country. We will also remove 50 percent reservation if we form a government in future. It will start from Bihar, he said, speaking in the home district of Bihar Chief Minister and JD(U) president Nitish Kumar. 'We stopped a nuclear conflict': US President Trump on India-Pakistan ceasefire Rahul also targeted Modi over his silence on former US President Donald Trumps repeated claims that he helped broker a ceasefire between India and Pakistan under Operation Sindoor. Trump has made the statement of brokering peace between India and Pakistan many times. Trump has said publicly 11 times, 11 times, that I made Narendra Modi surrender. Narendra Modi is unable to respond, and unable to say that Trump is lying because its the truth, he said. He alleged that the Modi government would never conduct a proper caste census, as it would end their style of politics. I doubt the government conducting caste census properly with no officers from the OBC, tribal community finalising the questionnaire, he added. Rahul also criticised the Nitish Kumar-led state government over what he called a rising crime rate in Bihar . Bihar was once considered the land of truth, justice, and non-violence. It showed the path to the entire world; people from across the globe used to come to study at Nalanda University, he said. People from Bihar are now forced to migrate to other states and even abroad because there are no employment opportunities here. Bihar has now become the crime capital of the country, he said. Earlier, Rahul visited Dashrath Nagar village in Gaya district as part of his outreach campaign in Bihar ahead of the Assembly elections. He met the family of the late Dashrath Manjhi, famously known as the Mountain Man for carving a road through a hill in Gehlor village to connect it with Wazirganj block. Rahul was received by Manjhis son Bhagirath Manjhi, who reportedly expressed his interest in contesting the upcoming Assembly elections from Bodh Gaya, although no formal announcement was made. Rahul later went to Gehlor village and garlanded the statue of Dashrath Manjhi. This was his sixth visit to Bihar in six months. He also held a Mahila Samvad in Gaya and interacted with women.

We will break barrier of 50 pc cap on quotas: Rahul Gandhi in Bihar

Rajgir/Gayaji (Bihar), Jun 6 (PTI) Rejecting outright the 50 per cent cap on caste-based reservations, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Friday vowed that the barrier will be broken in whichever part of the country his party came to power. The Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha made the promise in Bihar, the state which was a hotbed of the Mandal agitation in the 1990s, and where polls to the assembly are likely in a few months. I wonder where did this idea of a 50 per cent cap come from? The population of the deprived sections is close to

Bihar has turned into 'crime capital of India', says Rahul Gandhi

RAJGIR/GAYAJI: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Friday slammed the Nitish Kumar-led NDA government in Bihar over the law and order situation, alleging that the state has turned into the crime capital of India. Addressing the 'Samvidhan Suraksha Sammelan' in Nalanda's Rajgir, Gandhi also took a jibe at Prime Minister Narendra Modi for emaining silent on US President Donald Trump's claims of brokering peace between India and Pakistan during the military conflict. Bihar, once considered the land of peace and justice, has now turned into the crime capital of India, the former Congress president asserted. Gandhi also said he was apprehensive whether the Centre could properly conduct the caste census with no officers from the OBC, Dalit or tribal communities finalising the questionnaire. The Modi government will never conduct a real caste census, because the day they conduct a real caste census, their politics will end. There are two models of caste census - a BJP model and the Telangana model. In the BJP model, officers will decide the questions in a closed room. No officers from the OBC, Dalit or tribal communities are there in the select group of officers, said Rahul Gandhi. Telangana is ruled by the Congress. I am fighting for the caste census to save the Constitution and for the overall betterment of the country...Wherever we form government in future, we will remove the 50 per cent cap on reservations. It will start from Bihar, he said. The PM used to say in every speech: 'I belong to OBC'. Then on the caste census, they say that there is no caste in India, Gandhi said. The Congress leader wondered how Narendra Modi became an OBC if there is no caste in the country. On the military conflict between India and Pakistan, the Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha added: A call came from Trump and Narendra Modi ji immediately surrendered. Trump himself has said it (about brokering peace) publicly at least 11 times. But, the PM is silent on the issue. I know he has nothing to say on this. Prior to this, Gandhi visited the Dashrath Manjhi memorial at Gehlaur, around 40 km from Gayaji town. Manjhi had carved a path, 360 feet long and 30 feet wide, through a ridge of hills using only a hammer and a chisel. After 22 years of work, he singlehandedly shortened the distance between his village and Wazirganj, where the nearest hospital is located, from 55 km to 15 km. He started constructing the road in 1960 following the death of his injured wife on the way to the hospital. The Raebareli MP also interacted with family members of Manjhi at Gehlaur village. Manjhi's son Bhagirath, who recently quit Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's JD(U) to join the Congress, on Friday disclosed that he wanted a party ticket in the upcoming assembly polls. Bhagirath spoke to PTI Video ahead of Gandhi's visit to Gehlaur. He said, You can look at our house. We still do not have a pucca house. The first thing that I would like to request of Rahul Gandhi is to provide us with a pucca house.

Dasharath Manjhi's son to seek Congress ticket to contest Bihar Assembly polls

Dasharath Manjhi's son, Bhagirath, recently switched from JD(U) to Congress, seeking a party ticket in the upcoming Bihar assembly polls. He expressed disappointment with Nitish Kumar's past gestures towards his father, emphasizing the family's continued lack of a proper house. Bhagirath plans to request Rahul Gandhi for a ticket from Bodh Gaya constituency during his visit.

Bihar vigilance team raids BPS officer Shweta Mishra in disproportionate assets case

PATNA: Bihar polices Special Vigilance Unit (SVU) carried out searches at five locations of a senior Bihar administrative service (BAS) officer in Patna, Katihar in Bihar and Prayagraj in neighbouring Uttar Pradesh in connection with a disproportionate assets case. The searches were conducted at the office and residential premises of Shweta Mishra, who is currently posted at the Public Grievances Redressal Cell in Katihar district. She was not present when raiding teams armed order of competent court visited her residence for searches. The searches, which lasted more the eight hours resulted in the seizure of Rs 6.51 lakh in cash, jewellery worth Rs 16 lakh and document pertaining to investments in fixed deposits, insurance companies and several properties. Shweta Mishra, a 2011 batch BPS officer, owns a flat at Aradhya Mansion in AG Colony near Sheikhpura Mor in Patna. She also has a palatial residence in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, where she is reported to have spent around Rs 3035 lakh on interior decoration. In addition, she has a shopping place at Noorsarai in Ghaziabad along NH-58. The raiding team seized papers of purchase of jewellery worth Rs 1.40 lakh from a jewellery shop recently. The deeds of plots of land are being verified, a member of the raiding team said. According to SVU sources, a disproportionate assets case worth Rs 81.11 lakh was registered against Shweta Mishra. During preliminary investigation, her property was found approximately 84.34 per cent excess of her actual income. Initial searches revealed that the officer has amassed property worth Rs.60 lakh disproportionate to her source of income. Shweta had earlier come under scanner of state investigating agency when she was posted as deputy collector land reforms at Ara in Bhojpur district. She stint in Gaya district as arms magistrate was also mired in controversy.

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Doctor tied to tree, thrashed in Bihar for treating rape survivors mother; three arrested

PATNA: Police in Bihars Gaya district registered an FIR and arrested three individuals on Wednesday for assaulting a doctor for treating a rape survivor's mother. Anand Kumar, senior superintendent of police (SSP), Gaya, said that police swung into action after a video showing a group of people assaulting a doctor after tying him to a tree went viral on social media on Tuesday. The incident took place under the Gurpa police station limits. SSP Kumar said that a Special Investigation Team (SIT) was constituted to inquire into the matter. During investigation it came to light that Dr Jitendra Yadav, who had gone to a rape victims house, was dragged out, tied to a tree and beaten up with iron rods and sticks. He said three of the named accused, Khushboo Kumari, Basanti Devi and Putul Devi, were arrested. Raids are underway to arrest seven remaining accused named in the FIR registered at Gurpa police station, SSP Kumar told this reporter. The victim is undergoing treatment at Magadh Medical College and Hospital. SSP Kumar said police recorded Dr Yadavs statement and initiated further action against the accused, adding that the accused would be arrested as soon as possible. Vinay Kumar, Station House Officer (SHO), Gurpa police station, said that the incident occurred when Dr Jitendra had gone to Harakurha village for treatment. He said that the incident was related to land dispute, he added. The rape survivors mother told the police that in 2021 her daughter was raped. A complaint was lodged at the Patehpur police station in connection with the incident. On May 30, they deposed before the court, he said. One of the accused was arrested in the case, which angered them. They attacked me causing serious injuries, the rape victims mother said, adding that the family members of the accused attacked the doctor when the latter came to her house for treatment.

Three women arrested for attack on Gaya doctor who treated rape survivors mother

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Bihar doctor tied to tree, assaulted; RJDs Tejashwi Yadav slams Nitish govt

Patna: In a shocking incident on Tuesday, June 3, a rural doctor was brutally assaulted after being tied to a tree in Bihars Gaya district while responding to a medical emergency. Videos of the blood-soaked doctor emerged on social media. However, the video became viral after Rashtra Janata Dal (RJD) leader and Bihar Leader of Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

'Worse than Taliban': Tejashwi Yadav shares disturbing video, says doctor treating rape victims mother brutally beaten by accused in Bihar

Tejashwi Yadav, an RJD leader, shared a disturbing video alleging a doctor was brutally beaten and tied to a tree in Gaya, Bihar, for treating the mother of a rape victim.

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Hyderabad: A birthday celebration went wrong for a group of friends when Uppal police showed up at their celebration and booked them under a petty case for blocking the road. The incident occurred on the intervening night of May 30-31 at around 12:30 am in the Uppal Bhagayath layout area during a police check. A Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

Bihar government transfers 45 IAS officers in major bureaucratic reshuffle ahead of state polls

PATNA: Ahead of Bihar Assembly polls due this year, the state government has transferred 45 IAS officers, including several district magistrates (DMs), in a major shake-up. Thirty-one officers of the Bihar Administrative Service (BAS) were also transferred as a part of the rejig, according to an order issued by the General Administration Department on Saturday. Besides, the state government also made new appointments in the Mahadalit Commission and the Scheduled Caste Commission. Patna DM Chandrasekhar Singh, an IAS officer of the 2010 batch, was appointed Commissioner of the Patna division. Gaya DM Thyagarajan S M of the 2011 batch was made the new DM of Patna, the order stated. Mayank Warwade, the previous Commissioner of the Patna division, was made the State Project Director of the Bihar Education Project Council. Darbhanga DM Rajeev Raushan was appointed the Commissioner of the Saran division, while Avneesh Kumar Singh was made the Commissioner of Munger division, and Raj Kumar the Commissioner of Tirhut division, it said. Thirteen IAS officers of the 2010 batch were promoted to the secretary rank. The Bihar government appointed Vishwanath Rishi as chairperson of the Mahadalit Commission, and Devendra Kumar as vice-chairperson of the SC Commission.

Martyrdom of a civil servant

Pradyot Gupta Bichda kuch iss adaa se, ke rutt hi badal gayii.. Ek shakhas saare shehar ko viraan kar gayaa.. It was the dreaded day of May 10, 2025, when Pakistan sponsored fresh motor shelling and drone strikes continued in Indias border districts including Rajouri town, resulting in martyrdom of six persons including Additional District Development Commissioner (ADDC) Rajouri, Dr. Raj Kumar Thappa (JKAS). On that illfated day, residents of villages near the line of control (LOC) in Rajouri district [] The post Martyrdom of a civil servant appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

President Droupadi Murmu confers 15 nurses with the Florence Nightingale Award

NEW DELHI: A prolific academic, Dr Banu M R, a PhD in nursing, who has authored textbooks, published numerous research articles, and is currently serving as an Assistant Nursing Superintendent at NIMHANS, Bengaluru, is among the 15 nurses and ANMs, who were conferred with the prestigious National Florence Nightingale award-2025 by President Droupadi Murmu on Friday. She is also acknowledged for demonstrating exemplary leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic, emerging as a role model for her peers, and playing a pivotal role in establishing the Neuro Rehabilitation Centre and developing a comprehensive intervention package for tobacco cessation during her 25-year nursing career. A health educator, Valiveti Subhavathi, started her journey as an Auxiliary Nurse Midwife (ANM) at a primary health centre in Guntur district in Andhra Pradesh and slowly rose to the position of management instructor, from which she retired this year after 39 years of exemplary service. Known for her creative health awareness campaigns, for which she wrote and sang songs, Subhavathihas also been awarded at the district level for being the best health educator and performer. K Alamelu Mangayarkarasi, a staff nurse at the government hospital, Srivilliputhur Sub-District Hospital, Tamil Nadu, who played a key role in enhancing obstetrical and family welfare services, as well as in the establishment of the Orthopaedic Operation Theatre, is also among the nurses and ANMs, who were honoured for their exemplary service in strengthening public health delivery and their unwavering commitment to promoting the welfare of the community. Mangayarkarasi, who now serves as a Nursing Officer at the Government Hospital in Srivilliputhur, Tamil Nadu, has also received an award from the district authorities for her outstanding contribution towards improving accessibility to health and family welfare services to the tribal communities in Nilgiris District. Apart from them, two nurses from Delhi and one from Puducherry received the awardat the glittering ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhavan. The awardwas instituted by the Union Health Ministry in 1973 as a mark of recognition for the meritorious services rendered by nurses and nursing professionals to society. One nurse each from the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Lakshadweep, Dadar and Nagar Haveli, Daman and Diu, Maharashtra, Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Mizoram, and West Bengal was selected for theprestigiousaward. The national award is given to outstanding nursing personnel in central, state/Union Territories and voluntary organisations. Each award includes a certificate of merit, a cash prize of Rs. 1,00,000, and a medal symbolising the nations gratitude for the invaluable service rendered by the health warriors. Among the awardees is L S Manimozhi, a Public Health Nursing Officer under the National Programs for Control of Blindness in Puducherry. She was recognised for her dedication and compassion, especially during times of adversity, such as navigating difficult terrain without proper transportation during cyclones. She was credited for showing exceptional resilience and unwavering commitment to delivering critical support and care to those in need. Union Health Minister JP Nadda congratulated the awardees, saying, This well-deserved recognition celebrates your dedication to serving humanity and will motivate you to keep making a positive impact. Our nurses are the pillars of India's healthcare system, saving countless lives daily, he added. The awardees also included two nurses from Delhi. Dimple Arora, Senior Nursing Officer at Dr RML Hospital, Atal Bihari Vajpayee Institute of Medical Sciences, volunteered as a relief team member during disasters such as Leh flash floods, H1N1, and swine flu outbreaks.In her 27 years of experience, she is known for her sincerity and dedication during challenging situations. She has undergone various training programs to ensure she delivers the best possible care and keeps her knowledge and skills up-to-date. The other awardee is Major General Sheena P D, Additional Director General, Military Nursing Service. She has an illustrious career spanning 39 years and holds a Diploma in Oncology Nursing and a Postgraduate Diploma in Health Management. A pioneer in oncology nursing and a recognised expert in stoma care, she is widely respected for her exemplary leadership and outstanding communication skills. Her compassion, commitment, determination, and dedication have consistently driven improvements in nursing education and service standards. Her meritorious service has been recognised through numerous awards and letters of appreciation. Union Ministers of State for Health and Family Welfare Prataprao Jadhav and Anupriya Patel were also present. According to the health ministry, the government has taken transformative steps to strengthen the nursing and midwifery profession across the country. The recent enactment of the National Nursing and Midwifery Commission Act will mark a significant milestone in modernising nursing education and regulatory frameworks. Additionally, establishing 157 nursing colleges co-located with medical colleges demonstrates the Governments commitment to building a skilled and competent nursing workforce. These initiatives collectively pave the way for a robust healthcare system, ensuring better health outcomes for all citizens through a well-equipped and empowered nursing workforce, the ministry said.

Nearly 1300 modified silencers seized, destroyed in Rachakonda

Hyderabad: In a crackdown on noise and air pollution, Rachakonda police booked 265 cases and confiscated 1,297 illegally modified motorcycle silencers during a series of special drives. The seized silencers were publicly destroyed at Uppal Bhagayath on Friday, May 30. The drive was carried out under the supervision of commissioner of police G Sudheer Babu, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

PM Modi unveils projects worth over Rs 48,520 cr in Bihars Karakat

KARAKAT (BIHAR), May 30: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday launched development projects worth more than Rs 48,520 crore in Bihars Karakat. The PM, who arrived in Patna on a two-day visit to the state on Thursday, inaugurated the four-laning of the PatnaGayaDobhi section of NH22, worth around Rs 5,520 crore and four-laning of the elevated highway and grade improvements at Gopalganj Town on NH27 at a function here. Modi dedicated to the nation the third rail line between Son [] The post PM Modi unveils projects worth over Rs 48,520 cr in Bihars Karakat appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the new terminal building of Jayaprakash Narayan International Airport, popularly known as Patna airport, and lay the foundation stone of a new civil enclave at Bihta Airport, about 30 km from the state capital, on Thursday evening. Airport Authority of India (AAI) officials said that the new terminal building of Patna airport will start functioning from June 3. The new terminal building at Patna airport and the new civil enclave at Bihta Airport will accommodate the increasing influx of domestic travellers in and around Patna. AAI officials told The New Indian Express on Thursday that both the new terminal at Patna airport and the proposed civil enclave at Bihta Airport would provide world-class airport facilities and experience. The development of modern infrastructure will strengthen Bihars connectivity, boost tourism, trade and investment opportunities, a senior AAI officer said. The design of the new terminal building at Patna airport incorporates elements of Bihars architectural traditions, drawing inspiration from the regions landscape and Mithila art. The new civil enclave at Bihta Airport showcases a rich blend of historical influences, spanning various periods and dynasties. The new terminal building at Patna airport, built at a cost of Rs 1,200 crore, covers an area of 65,150 square metres, including the basement. It is equipped to serve 3,000 passengers (1,500 arrivals and 1,500 departures) during peak hours and 10 million passengers annually. Passenger facilities such as 64 check-in counters, nine automatic tray retrieval systems (ATRS) in Phase I, five aerobridges, and four conveyor belts in the arrival hall are proposed in the new terminal building. Additionally, an apron has been provisioned for 11 parking aircraft bays and a multi-level car parking (MLCP) facility on the city side, which will increase parking capacity to 1,100 cars. Similarly, the new civil enclave at Bihta Airport is proposed to have an area of 68,000 square metres. It will be equipped to serve 3,000 passengers during peak hours and five million passengers annually up to 2047. Besides, ancillary buildings such as multilevel car parking, service blocks, and others are planned to be constructed to augment the new terminal building. Passenger facilities like 64 check-in counters, 16 self-check-in kiosks, 10 automatic tray retrieval systems, five aerobridges, and six conveyor belts in the arrival hall have been planned, officials familiar with the project revealed. Patna airport is the 20th busiest airport in the country, with a passenger traffic of 38.2 lakh in 202425. The present building was built in 1973, authoritative sources said. Enhanced air connectivity will boost tourism and pilgrimage to Patna, Gaya, Bodh Gaya, Rajgir (Nalanda), Vaishali and Sitamarhi, a senior AAI official claimed.

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In a landmark move to boost infrastructure and connectivity in eastern India, PM Narendra Modi will lay the foundation stone for the second phase of the Varanasi-Gaya-Ranchi-Kolkata Expressway (NH-319B) on Thursday, during his visit to Bihar.

Maoist commander killed in police encounter in Jharkhand's Latehar

RANCHI: Maoist commander Manish Yadav, who had a bounty of 5 lakh on his head, was killed in an encounter with security forces in Latehar in Jharkhand late Sunday night. Meanwhile, another wanted Maoist, Kundar Kherwar, who carried a reward of 10 lakh, was arrested from the encounter site. According to police officials, the gunfight took place in the forests of Karamkhad and Dauna under the Mahuadanr Police Station in Latehar. An intensive search operation is underway in the area to locate other Maoists believed to be hiding in the jungles. Police sources said the encounter began late Sunday night and continued until Monday morning. During the post-encounter search operation, the body of a Maoist was recovered and later identified as Manish Yadav. Palamu DIG Y.S. Ramesh confirmed the incident. Following a tip-off that Maoist Manish Yadav had been seen in the forest with his squad, a police team was formed, and a search operation was launched. However, as soon as the Maoists spotted the security forces, they opened fire. The security forces retaliated, killing Manish Yadav on the spot, said DIG Ramesh. Two automatic rifles and other daily-use items were recovered from the site. With the elimination of Manish Yadav, the leadership of Bihar-based Maoist units in the Budha Pahad training center has effectively ended. A resident of Chhakarbandha in Gaya district, Yadav was considered the last top Maoist commander from Bihar active in the Budha Pahad region. He had been operating in the area for over a decade. Manish Yadav began as an ordinary cadre in the Maoist squad and gradually rose to the rank of sub-zonal commander. His in-laws reportedly live in the same area where the encounter occurred. This marks the second major success for the Jharkhand Police in recent days. On Friday night , Jharkhand Jan Mukti Parishad (JJMP) commander Pappu Lohra and sub-zonal commander Prabhat Ganjhu were also killed in an encounter. Lohra and Ganjhu had bounties of 10 lakh and 5 lakh respectively on their heads.

Give security cover to former IAS official Sagayam

Six Bangladeshi nationals, Indian 'helper' arrested for illegal residence in Uttarakhand

DEHRADUN: Six Bangladeshi nationals, including four men and two women, have been apprehended from locations across Uttarakhand, including the capital Dehradun and the holy city of Haridwar. An Indian woman accused of facilitating their illegal presence in the state has also been taken into custody. The arrests followed confidential intelligence received by the police. Speaking with TNIE , Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Ajay Singh confirmed the operation. We received confidential information regarding the presence of some suspicious individuals residing in Clement Town, SSP Singh stated. Acting on the tip, teams from the Special Operations Group, Local Intelligence Unit, and Clement Town police were dispatched for verification. This led to the apprehension of five Bangladeshi nationals Nirmal Rai, Shem Rai, Lipi Rai, Krishna alias Santosh, and Munir Chandra Rai from Lane Number 11, Post Office Road. An Indian woman, Pooja Rani alias Rosna, was found living with them. The individuals were unable to produce valid documents. Police searches recovered two illegal Aadhaar cards from Munir Chandra Rai and Bangladeshi identity cards from Krishna and Nirmal Rai. Four children found with this group have been taken into protection. The Bangladeshi nationals were arrested for illegally residing in India. Pooja Rani was arrested and booked for assisting them. Delhi police bust illegal Bangladeshi immigration racket, arrest 12 Separately, City Kotwali police and local intelligence units arrested a Bangladeshi woman and her Indian husband from a hut in the Roodki Belawala area on Friday night. They were reportedly living illegally using fake documents. The woman's minor son was also taken into protection. Police are actively searching for two individuals, identified as Mohammad Alam alias Alauddin and Noor Islam, who are believed to have helped the Bangladeshi nationals enter India. A joint team comprising personnel from the police, Military Intelligence, and the Intelligence Bureau (IB) is currently interrogating the arrested individuals. Initial findings indicate that the accused had settled in the area over time, with some having worked as labourers for a significant period. Bangladeshi national arrested in Bodh Gaya; fake Aadhar card, documents recovered

After Gaya renamed as Gaya Ji, demand for renaming Bihar's capital Patna as Pataliputra gains momentum

PATNA: A day after the Nitish Kumar cabinet approved the proposal to rename Gaya town as Gaya Ji, a similar demand to change the name of Bihars capital Patna is gaining momentum. On Friday, the state cabinet headed by Chief Minister Nitish Kumar approved the general administration departments proposal to rename Gaya as Gaya Ji owing to the town's religious significance. Lakhs of tourists from across the globe visit Gaya every year during Pitripaksh to offer prayers (pind daan) to their departed ancestors. A fresh demand for renaming Patna as Pataliputra resurfaced on Saturday when the chairman of the Patliputra Jagran Abhiyan Samiti and noted litterateur Anil Sulabh raised the issue. In a letter to CM Nitish Kumar, Sulabh said that the long pending demand of people of the state capital should be fulfilled by renaming Patna as Pataliputra. He, however, congratulated Nitish for changing the name of Gaya town, which will be now officially known as Gaya Ji. But when will the name of Patna be changed? Is there any proposal to do so on the demand of people of the state capital? he sought to know from the CM. Sulabh is not alone in raising the issue of renaming Patna as Pataliputra. Earlier, lieutenant general (retired) S K Sinha had also urged Nitish to do so. Sinha, who was later appointed as Governor of Assam and Jammu and Kashmir, had requested the CM to consider the long pending demand of the people. Gen Sinha had argued that if Madras can be renamed Chennai, Bombay as Mumbai, Calcutta as Kolkata, why not rename Patna as Pataliputra, which was the capital of the powerful Maurya Empire and stood at the site of the Bihar capital. On the other hand, RJD chief Lalu Prasad had earlier advocated to rename Patna as Azeemabad. Patna was known as Azeemabad during the medieval period, he had said.

Bihar government renames Gaya city as 'Gaya Jee'

The decision was taken at a meeting of the state cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Nitish Kumar

Kannada film Agnyathavasi, produced by Hemanth M Rao, set for OTT premiere

Critically acclaimed Kannada mystery-thriller Agnyathavasi, featuring Rangayana Raghu, is set to premiere on ZEE5

Bihar Government Renames Gaya Town As 'Gaya Ji'

The decision was taken into a state cabinet meeting under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Nitish Kumar.

Bihars Gaya will now be known as Gaya Ji

Bihar govt renames Gaya city as 'Gaya Jee'

The Bihar government has approved renaming Gaya city to 'Gaya Jee'. This decision acknowledges the city's historical and religious significance. The cabinet also approved forming the Bihar State Jeevika Fund Credit Cooperative Society Ltd. This will facilitate the establishment of 'Jeevika Bank' for loans to 'Jeevika Didis'. Furthermore, the cabinet approved setting up the Bihar Cancer Care and Research Society.

Qutub Minar lights up in Tricolour as India unites under 'Ek Desh Ek Dhadkan' campaign

NEW DELHI: In a poignant gesture of unity and remembrance, Minister of Culture Gajendra Singh Shekhawat visited Qutub Minar on 14 May 2025, where a special projection mapping of the Tiranga was showcased. He also paid tribute, lauding the armed forces and saluting the nationalistic spirit ignited by the courage and valour of the nations unsung heroes and bravehearts. In a tribute to the undying spirit of patriotism and to honour the bravehearts of the nation, the Ministry of Culture has launched a powerful and binding initiative Ek Desh Ek Dhadkan (One Nation, One Heartbeat). Designed to unify the nation in a shared rhythm of national pride, the campaign has already begun to resonate strongly with citizens across India. The slogan #EkDeshEkDhadkan (#OneNationOneHeartbeat) is being widely adopted across digital platforms, amplifying the spirit of unity, patriotic fervour and reverence for the Tiranga. This embodies the collective sentiment of a grateful nation. We salute the valour and sacrifice of our unsung heroes and bravehearts. Officials said that over the past 48 hours, all 43 institutions under the aegis of the ministry have shown cohesive and enthusiastic participation. The participation is expressed with saluting the armed forces and bravehearts along with the spirit of Tiranga which binds us together. All institutions have changed their display pictures (DPs) to the Tiranga, said officials. , , ! #TirangaYatra #SindoorYatra #EkDeshEkDhadkan pic.twitter.com/PITUQ3ap0C Gajendra Singh Shekhawat (@gssjodhpur) May 14, 2025 The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has illuminated its prominent monuments in the Tricolour. Many other cultural institutions such as Victoria Memorial (West Bengal), Salarjung Museum (Andhra Pradesh), National Gallery of Modern Art (NGMA) Delhi, and Regional Science Centre, Lucknow have joined the campaign. The National Archives of India has also joined in, lighting up its iconic building. Under the supervision of the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), more than 60 heritage monuments across the country have been lit up with the Tricolour, including the Red Fort, Qila Rai Pithora, Safdarjung Tomb, and Purana Qila in Delhi. Other monuments include Kumbhalgarh, Chittorgarh, and Fort Ghanta in Rajasthan, Gulab Badi (Uttar Pradesh), Udaygiri Caves (Odisha), Ashokan Column (Bihar), Rahatgarh Fort (Madhya Pradesh), and Fort Ballarpur (Maharashtra). Institutions and organisations under the ministry are initiating programmes such as special storytelling sessions, painting tributes, special exhibitions, musical tributes, quizzes, badge and wristband distribution, and Tiranga Rallies with mass participation to collectively celebrate with people this moment of glory for all Indians, said officials.

Bangladeshi national arrested in Bodh Gaya; fake Aadhar card, documents recovered

PATNA: A Bangladesh national identified as Pawan Kranti Barua (62) was arrested in Bihars Gaya district for staying in Indian territory without a valid visa, police said on May 15. He was staying in Buddha International Welfare Mission (Sleeping Buddha Monastery) as a Buddhist monk for the past 15 days. Police recovered a fake Aadhaar card and other documents from his possession. Barua, a native of Kath Khali police station limits in Bangladesh, had entered Indian territory without a visa. Manoj Kumar Singh, the station house officer of Bodh Gaya police station, said that Barua was trying to hide himself during the verification of monks staying in the Buddha International Welfare Mission on Wednesday. On suspicion, he was detained at the police station for interrogation. Initially, he tried to mislead police by revealing his identity as Prafull Chakma, a resident of Arunachal Pradesh. He also produced his Aadhar Card issued from Arunachal Pradesh. However, during verification, the Aadhaar card was found to be fake. He was immediately arrested for staying in Indian territory without a valid visa, SHO said. On Thursday, he was produced before the chief judicial magistrate in Bodh Gaya who remanded him in 14-day judicial custody at Gaya Central Jail. We have informed other investigating agencies about the arrest of a Bangladeshi citizen. They will interrogate him, if need be, the SHO said, adding that the motive behind his stay in the monastery was being ascertained. The Bodh Gaya police have been put on a high alert following tensions between India and Pakistan after the killing of 26 tourists by terrorists at Pahalgam in Jammu and Kashmir on April 22. Meanwhile, police have stepped up vigil in the holy town, which witnesses a surge of tourists, including international ones during summer. Earlier, three Chinese nationals were arrested from the India-Nepal border in East Champaran district last week. They were arrested while trying to enter Indian territory from Nepal without a valid visa. The porous India-Nepal border is considered vulnerable for infiltrators sneaking into Indian territory from Nepal.

Cannes 2025: Jacqueline Fernandez honoured, Nitanshi Goel pays tribute to Indian cinema icons

Recognised among six global honourees, Jacqueline stood alongside Sarah Taibah, Elham Ali, Amina Khalil, Engfa Waraha, Gaya Jiji, and Rungano Nyoni under the Red Sea Film Foundations Women in Cinema initiative

Unnati, Malvika, Aakarshi Exit Thailand Open; Indias campaign ends

Bangkok, May 15: Indias dismal run in elite international badminton tournaments continued, as all remaining shuttlers, including world number 10 womens doubles pair of Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand exited early, ending the countrys campaign at the Thailand Open Super 500 here on Thursday. Treesa and Gayatri, returned to action following an injury layoff but fell 20-22, 14-21 to Japans Rui Hirokami and Sayaka Hobara in the second round. With Lakshya Sen having bowed out in the mens singles opening [] The post Unnati, Malvika, Aakarshi Exit Thailand Open; Indias campaign ends appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Lakshya bows out of Thailand Open; Malvika, Aakarshi, Unnati advance

World No. 10 pair of Tressa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand, currently the best-ranked Indians in the world, also made a positive start to their campaign

Siblings missing in Uppal found dead in water-filled pit

Hyderabad: Two boys, who had been missing since May 13, were found dead in a water-filled pit at a construction site in Uppal Bhagayath on Wednesday, May 14. The victims have been identified as Manikanta,12 and Arjun,10. According to reports, the victims had gone out to play but did not return home. Despite a search Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

Dancing in the dark

GUJARAT: Sanjay Ratilal Solanki knows the darkness better than most people; it has been his constant companion for over a decade now. And yet, amid the relentless hustle that is Ahmedabad, where dreams often fade even before taking flight, a name rises defiantly against all odds Sanjay... Sanjay. Born in 1995 in Jalalpur village in Dholka taluka under Ahmedabad district, Sanjays early life was a picture postcard of simplicity and dreams. Raised by his mother, Gayatri Ben Solanki, a devoted homemaker, and a father who served in the Indian Army, Sanjay grew up surrounded by love, hope, and the innocent ambitions of a middle-class family. His elder sister was his childhood companion, and for a while, life seemed generous; the future, wide open. But fate, ruthless and uninvited, struck when Sanjay was barely fifteen. After cruising through his Class 10 board exams in 2010, he prepared to step into the future with science in Class 11 until tragedy bared its teeth. His vision blurred, his eyes filled with unstoppable tears, and within months, the vibrant world he knew crumbled into an indistinct fog. Doctors visits turned into desperate pilgrimages; endless reports carried the same verdict: irreversible vision loss, 80% impairment. In an instant, his youthful dreams and boundless aspirations dimmed as darkness encompassed his vision, immersing him in the void. Where once there was colour; now, a suffocating blackness creeped in. Where once there was certainty, only despair loomed. Yet, in that very darkness where many would have yielded, Sanjay discovered a hidden reservoir of his own indomitable courage. I did not know what tomorrow would look like, Sanjay recalls, But I knew one thing I would never let the night take over. Refusing to be broken, and supported by a family that refused to abandon hope, Sanjay gathered the shattered pieces of his life and pressed forward; completing classes 11 and 12 studies at the Andhajan Mandal for the blind in Ahmedabad a feat less about continuation of schooling but more a declaration of war against destiny. But lifes trials were relentless; after school, another merciless question awaited: What next for a blind boy who refused to kneel? The answer came in the form of a mentor, Sudha Ben Joshi, who rekindled Sanjays fading fire, inspiring him to dream; dream outrageously to dare to dance where others could barely walk. And so, Pehchan was born not just a dance group, but a rebellion against limitations, a movement where some 13 or 14 visually-impaired warriors like Sanjay refused to be caged by the all-encompassing darkness. Each step, each movement, each beat of music was a defiance of fate itself. Yet even as Sanjay inspired others through dance, his own battle for education raged on. Economic hardships mocked him. Tools for the visually impaired were priced beyond his reach. But Sanjay refused to let poverty dictate his destiny. In a stroke of destiny earned by sheer will, he won third prize in an essay competition during Class 12, securing `20,000 and with it, he bought audio books, turning his isolation into a weapon for learning. Though forced by his condition to shift from science to the general stream, Sanjays ambitions refused to dim. When told that the blind could not pursue economics for graduation, Sanjay stood firm, and through sheer perseverance, he broke through systemic barriers and graduated with an economics degree a victory snatched from the jaws of defeat. Armed with knowledge and the heart of a fighter, Sanjay next set his sights higher. In 2017, he faced the fiercely competitive government exams and conquered once more; securing a position as a Postal Assistant in Ahmedabad. Most would have rested at such a hard-won summit. But not Sanjay. For him, personal triumph was never enough. The real victory, he knew, would be in lifting others with him. He nurtured Pehchan with even fiercer devotion, building it into a sanctuary where visually-impaired individuals didnt just learn to dance they found employment, dignity, and a renewed belief in their own worth. His group performed across national stages, winning accolades, but more importantly, shattering every stereotype that said blindness was the end. Through Pehchan, Sanjay created a ripple, empowering those he taught to become teachers themselves, birthing a cycle of self-reliance and hope in a world that often offered neither to people like them. Today, as he prepares for civil services examinations, Sanjays dreams have soared beyond himself. He envisions an industry run by and for the visually-impaired a place where no one begs for opportunity, but earns it, where blindness is not a limitation but a badge of triumph over adversity.

Youth stabbed, throat slit on camera in MP's Rewa over alleged affair, money feud

REWA: A youth murdered by his friends brother in Madhya Pradeshs Rewa district, allegedly over a suspected affair and a monetary dispute was caught on camera. The victim, identified as Abhishek Tripathi, was first stabbed and then had his throat slowly slit with a knife by the prime accused, Rajnish Mishra, in a forested area near Bhaukhari village under Lalgaon police chowkiapproximately 50 km from Rewa district headquarters. The gruesome incident occurred on Wednesday and was filmed by Mishras friend, Rajkumar Kewat. The 20-second video, which has since gone viral, shows Rajnish Mishra, wearing a white shirt stained with blood, slicing Tripathis throat while Kewat is heard in the background asking whether to throw away the victims mobile phone. Mishra is also heard saying, Ekar tah kaam ho gayal khatam (his life is over now). According to Rewa Superintendent of Police, Vivek Singh, one accused, Rajnishs brother, who is also a close friend of the victim, has been arrested. Raids are underway to nab the other two accused, including Mishra and Kewat. Initial investigations suggest two possible motives behind the barbaric killing - an alleged romantic involvement between Tripathi and Mishras sister, and a dispute over money. Police believe the murder was pre-planned. The arrested accused had allegedly lured Tripathi into the jungle under the guise of a liquor party. Once there, Rajnish attacked him with a knife before slitting his throat as Kewat recorded the act on his phone. All four youths involvedincluding the victim and the accusedare between 20 and 25 years old.

Basavanna represents all communities not just Lingayats, says Kore

He was inaugurating the Basaveshwara Jayanti programme organised by Sri Basaveshwara Study Chair of Karnatak University in Dharwad

Security forces recover huge cache of ammunition on Jharkhand-Bihar border during inter-state Maoist operations

RANCHI: The security forces have recovered at least two lockers (Almirah) along with a huge cache of ammunition on the Jharkhand-Bihar border during an inter-state operation against the banned CPI (Maoist) being conducted in the Chakarbandha forests. According to Palamu SP Rishma Rameshan, all the landmines were hidden by the Maoists in a cave, which was to be used later, possibly to target the security forces. As of now, the security forces have also recovered two lockers, supposedly belonging to top Maoist Commander Sandeep Yadav, who carried a reward of Rs 25 lakh on his head. Sandeep Yadav died in 2023, said the SP. The lockers, which have been recovered from the jungles, were being used to hide the levy money extorted from the contractors and businessmen, she added. The security forces have recovered two lockers, supposedly belonging to top Maoist Commander Sandeep Yadav. According to the SP, lockers were found empty. Possibly, some close associate of Sandeep Yadav took the money out after his death. Prime facie, it appeared that the lockers were emptied by some very recently, she said. Notably, after Sandeep Yadav, Nitesh Yadav, having a bounty of Rs 15 lakh on his head, has taken over the command in the area. According to the information received, Palamu police had received information that the former top Maoist commander Sandeep Yadav and Maoist commander Nitesh Yadav, have hidden arms and ammunition at Pachrukhiya in Chakarbandha under Gaya district of Bihar. Following a tip-off received by Palamu SP, an inter-state operation was launched, headed by SP (Operations) Rakesh Kumar Singh. Besides Jharkhand Jaguar, Bihars STF, Palamu Police and Aurangabad Police were also involved in this operation, where more than half a dozen landmines and explosives were recovered from a mountain cave of Chakarbandha. Incidentally, the area where the operation is being conducted has the unified command of Jharkhand Bihar of the Maoists.

Villagers, activists demand restoration of security toformer IAS officer U. Sagayam

They say Mr.Sagayam, who exposed the granite scam, was the special officer appointed by court to probe illegal mining. His investigation brought out the role of several influential persons

Special court directs former IAS officer Sagayam to appear through videolink

Judge N.Logeswaran directs that a letter be issued to the Principal District Judge, Chennai, to make arrangements, and issues fresh summonsto Mr.Sagayamin the granite scam cases

PM inaugurates Khelo India Youth Games 2025 in Patna; applauds criketer Vaibhav Suryavanshi

PATNA: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday virtually inaugurated the seventh edition of the Khelo India Youth Games (KIYG) 2025 and heaped praise on 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi, who stunned the cricketing world with his 35-ball century in his first Indian Premier League (IPL) season. Bihar is hosting the prestigious national sporting event for the first time. The opening ceremony was organised at the Patliputra Sports Complex in the state capital and was attended by Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Mansukh Mandaviya, Deputy Chief Ministers Samrat Choudhary and Vijay Kumar Sinha, and other dignitaries. While referring to young cricketer Vaibhav Suryavanshis spectacular performance in the IPL, Prime Minister Modi said it was an example of how consistent participation builds champions. We all have seen the outstanding performance of the son of Bihar. Not only dedication brought him success, but also his experience of playing at various levels. Jo jitna khelega, wo utna khilega (the more you play, the more you shine), he noted. Suryavanshi hails from a small hamlet near Tajpur in Bihars Samastipur district. PM Modi also appreciated the growing importance of sports in India and said that the country was gradually developing a strong sports culture. The more this sporting culture spreads, the more Indias soft power will rise, he added. #WATCH | PM Modi virtually addresses the inauguration event of Khelo India Youth Games in Bihar's Patna. PM Modi says, ...You have to perform in the field as a sportsperson, but you also have to play your role as an ambassador of 'Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat'. Those athletes pic.twitter.com/y13vWSaJaA ANI (@ANI) May 4, 2025 Putting emphasis on the spirit of national unity and cultural exchange, Modi called upon visiting athletes to embrace Bihars rich traditions and cuisine. Athletes from outside should try litti-chokha and taste Bihars famous makhana. Youre not just sportspersons on the field, but ambassadors of Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat , he remarked. He further said that India is aiming to host the 2036 Olympics and that every state has to play a significant role in making it successful. The KIYG 2025 will run from May 4 to 15, with some of the sports being held in Delhi as well. Most of the competitions will take place in Patna, Rajgir, Gaya, Bhagalpur, and Begusarai, while three eventsshooting, gymnastics, and track cyclingwill be held in Delhi. Around 6,000 participants from 36 states and union territories are competing in the sporting event. The athletes will compete in 27 medal sports until May 15. In its seventh edition, the Khelo India Youth Games 2025 features 27 competitive sports and one demonstration sport. E-sports has been introduced for the first time at KIYG. Bihar finished 27th in the last edition of KIYG held in Tamil Nadu.

Kalarippayattu team screened for 7th Khelo India Youth Games 2025

Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, May 3: The J&K Sports Council organized the official screening of the Jammu & Kashmir Kalarippayattu team ahead of the 7th Khelo India Youth Games 2025, scheduled to take place in Bodh Gaya, Bihar, from May 11 to 13. The selected athletes are Manvi Sharma, Misthi Sharma, Aapurti Saini, Anandika, Adarishta Manhas, Aaidah Nabi, Palak Sharma, Pratham Vaid, Nitin Kumar and Chirag Puri. The screening session was attended by several distinguished dignitaries, including Baljinder Singh, Divisional [] The post Kalarippayattu team screened for 7th Khelo India Youth Games 2025 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Sariska Tiger Reserve: A maharani recognised

An upcoming memorial to a tigress for singularly repopulating the Sariska Tiger Reserve in Rajasthan is a first of its kind, but it also raises questions about proper conservation efforts. Rakhee Roytalukdar reports Rajasthan is synonymous with Rajmatas (Queen mothers), whose beauty, enduring grace and intellect have charmed generations for long. Be it Rajmata Gayatri Devi of Jaipur, Rajmata Krishna Kumari of Jodhpur, Rajmata Sushila Kumari of Bikaner and others. These queens broke barriers, opened schools for girls and stood [] The post Sariska Tiger Reserve: A maharani recognised appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Shankar Jiwal assures Sagayam of security

In Karnataka, conditional resignation sparks Lingayat face-off

Karnataka's political scene witnesses drama. Congress minister Shivanand Patil offers a conditional resignation. His resignation depends on BJP MLA Basanagouda Patil Yatnal also stepping down. This move highlights a long-standing feud between the two Lingayat leaders. Yatnal was expelled from BJP. He challenged Patil to resign. Patil responded, but the Speaker rejected the resignation due to its format.

CPI protests removal of security to Sagayam

'Jo Darr Gaya Wo...': Farooq Abdullah Urges Tourists Not To Abandon Kashmir After Pahalgam Horror

Farooq Abdullah, who was also seen taking selfies with tourists in Pahalgam, further urged them not to be afraid of such attacks.

SpiceJet to operate 45 Haj flights

NEW DELHI, May 2: SpiceJet will operate 45 Haj flights in the first phase connecting Gaya, Srinagar, Guwahati and Kolkata to Medina and Jeddah. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp The inaugural flight departed from Gaya to Medina on Friday. The airline, which has inducted two Airbus A340 wide-body planes, on Friday said it will be facilitating the travel of around 15,500 pilgrims this year, an 18 per cent increase compared to 2024 when it had carried 13,000 pilgrims. [] The post SpiceJet to operate 45 Haj flights appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Cant appear in court, facing life threat due to removal of security: ex-IAS officer Sagayam

The former bureaucrat has written to the Special Public Prosecutor, Special Court for Mines and Minerals in Madurai, in this regard