Hombale Films announces ARAGATI, an AI motion-capture animated film on ISKCON founder rla Prabhupda
Hombale Films has announced its upcoming animated feature ARAGATI The Life of a Surrendered Soul, in association with Transcendental Films. The film will chronicle the life and spiritual journey of His Divine Grace A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami rla Prabhupda, the founder-crya of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON). The makers have also revealed that the project will use Artificial Intelligence Motion Capture (AI Motion Capture) technology and is scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release in August 2027. The announcement comes after Hombale Films ventured into animation with Mahavatar Narsimha. The production house, known for backing films such as the KGF franchise, Salaar and Kantara, is now exploring another story rooted in India's spiritual and cultural traditions. With ARAGATI, the banner is looking to bring rla Prabhupda's life and teachings to audiences through an animated cinematic format. A key aspect of the project is its use of AI Motion Capture, a technology that combines artificial intelligence and computer vision to translate human movements into digital animation. The process involves recording movements through cameras, with AI identifying and tracking body positions, joints, gestures and facial expressions. This data is subsequently mapped onto the skeleton of a 3D animated character, allowing it to replicate the captured movements. Further refinements are incorporated to make the animation appear more natural and expressive. The film will trace rla Prabhupda's journey to the United States in 1965, when he was 69 years old. Carrying the teachings of the Bhagavad-gt and the message of Lord Ka, he undertook the journey following the instructions of his spiritual master, rla Bhaktisiddhnta Sarasvat hkura. His efforts eventually led to the spread of Ka consciousness across several countries, reaching millions of people. The narrative will focus on themes of faith, surrender, perseverance and service. ARAGATI is written and directed by Gaura Shakti Dasa and produced by Rajesh Singh and Lohith Rao. Sridhar Shikaripura serves as the Visual Director. The film is a Transcendental Films production in association with Dive Deep AI Studio, with Hombale Films presenting and handling its worldwide distribution. The project is being made with the blessings of Sri Narasingha Chaitanya Matha, Srirangapatna, ISKCON Bangalore, ISKCON and Bhaktivedanta Book Trust (BBT). The makers have scheduled ARAGATI The Life of a Surrendered Soul for a global theatrical release in August 2027, coinciding with the auspicious occasion of rla Prabhupda's Vysa-pj. Also Read: After Oscar entry, Hombale Films brings acclaimed Marathi film Gondhal to global audiences
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Bihar Government Increases DA for Employees by 3%
Patna, November 10: The Bihar government has announced a 3% increase in the Dearness Allowance (DA) for its employees ahead of the Chhath festival. This decision was made Bihar Government Increases DA for Employees by 3%
Bihar Cabinet approves 31 proposals, announces DA hike for govt employees ahead of Chhath
Digital Desk | Patna, Nov 10 (IANS) The Bihar Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary, on Tuesday approved 31 proposals, including an increase in Dearness Allowance (DA) for government employees and pensioners ahead of the Chhath festival. As a pre-Chhath gift, the Bihar government has raised DA for employees and pensioners covered under different pay commission scales. Those receiving salaries or pensions under the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) will now get DA at 63 per cent, up from 60 per cent. For beneficiaries under the 5th CPC, the rate has been increased from 483 per cent to 497 per cent, while those covered by the 6th CPC will receive 269 per cent instead of 262 per cent. In another major decision, the state Cabinet approved the launch of the 'Bihar Ki Beti Startup Challenge' scheme, which aims to benefit 2,100 students between the financial years 2026-27 and 2029-30. An allocation of Rs 88.20 crore has been approved for the initiative. The Bihar Cabinet also sanctioned Rs 1,399.60 crore for the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Gramin (PMAY-G) for the 2026-27 financial year. The amount will be used to provide financial assistance to selected rural families for constructing permanent houses. Another proposal approved Rs 8.25 crore for Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) to operate 159 kiosks under the 'Prison Calling Solution' across 59 jails in Bihar. The facility will be implemented on an operational expenditure (OPEX) model for five years. The Bihar Cabinet also gave its nod to the Bihar Building Code 2026, aimed at promoting Ease of Doing Business and Ease of Living, while reducing regulatory compliance requirements. The new code is expected to simplify the building permission process and make it more transparent and citizen-friendly. In another decision, the Bihar government approved Rs 44.52 crore for acquiring 9 acres and 73 decimals of land for the construction of a bus stand in Hajipur. The decisions cover a range of areas, including employee welfare, entrepreneurship, rural housing, prison infrastructure, urban development and public transport.
Amit Shah to chair MHA meeting on Andhra Pradesh issues, attend CII summit on November 12
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Bihar CM inspects Ganga Ghats, says 90 safe for Chhath
Digital Desk | Patna, Nov 10 (IANS) Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary inspected preparations for the upcoming Chhath festival at several ghats along the Ganga in Patna on Tuesday evening, travelling by boat from Nasriganj Ghat to Gai Ghat. He was accompanied by BJP National Secretary Nitin Nabin, Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Kumar Choudhary and Health Ministers Nishant Kumar, Ram Kripal Yadav and Mithilesh Tiwari. Digha MLA Sanjeev Chaurasia, other public representatives and senior officials from various government departments also joined the inspection. Danapur Sub-Divisional Officer (SDO) Virupaksh Vikram Singh and Municipal Council Executive Officer-cum-Administrator Siddharth Harshvardhan were also present. During the boat journey, the Chief Minister reviewed arrangements at various Chhath ghats, including cleanliness, security, barricading, lighting, access routes and facilities for devotees. He directed officials to ensure that all necessary arrangements are completed on time, with particular attention to safety. Speaking after the inspection, Choudhary said it was the second consecutive day that he had reviewed preparations for the festival. He said the district administration was working continuously and incorporating suggestions received from public representatives and residents. According to the Chief Minister, 90 of the 103 ghats in Patna have been assessed as completely safe, while around 13 have been identified as hazardous. He said the state government and district administration were making comprehensive arrangements to ensure the safety and convenience of devotees observing the Chhath rituals. Thousands of devotees gather at the Ganga ghats in Patna during the four-day festival to offer arghya (prayers and offerings) to the setting and rising Sun. The large gatherings make crowd management, sanitation and safety at riverbanks key challenges for the administration. Choudhary also invited people from other states to visit Bihar and witness the devotion, purity and traditional fervour associated with Chhath Puja. With the festival approaching, administrative preparations have been intensified across the city. Officials now face the task of completing arrangements at the identified safe ghats while ensuring adequate security measures and alternative facilities for devotees at locations declared hazardous.
Bihar: PMC raises nearly Rs 200 crore through bonds; becomes first ULB to list on NSE
Digital Desk | Patna, Nov 10 (IANS) The Patna Municipal Corporation (PMC) has raised nearly Rs 200 crore through municipal bonds, becoming the first urban local body in Bihar to have its bonds listed on the National Stock Exchange (NSE). A formal ceremony was held on Tuesday to mark the listing, with Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary inaugurating the process by ringing the ceremonial bell. The bond listing is being viewed as a significant step towards strengthening the financial independence of urban local bodies and creating alternative funding mechanisms for infrastructure development. It is the first time that the PMC has raised funds directly from the capital market through municipal bonds, reducing its dependence on government grants and conventional revenue sources. The bond issue had a base size of approximately Rs 100.03 crore. Bidding was conducted on October 30 through the NSE's electronic platform, attracting investor demand exceeding Rs 205 crore. Following the strong response, the issue size was increased to nearly Rs 200 crore, enabling the corporation to raise Rs 199.99 crore. The bonds carry an annual interest rate of 9.20 per cent and have a tenure of 10 years. The corporation will make quarterly interest payments during the first four years. Thereafter, repayment of the principal and interest will be made in quarterly instalments. The maturity dates for different tranches are scheduled between 2030 and 2036. The funds will primarily be used to develop urban infrastructure, including vending zones, commercial complexes, parking facilities, marriage halls and community amenities. Patna Mayor Sita Sahu said the corporation plans to execute 18 development projects at 15 locations across the city. These include 12 vending zones, two marriage halls, one parking facility, one commercial complex, one hotel and one community centre, Sahu said. The objective is to organise the city's currently unplanned street-vending activities and provide better civic amenities. Designated vending spaces will help reduce encroachment on roads and footpaths, improve traffic movement and bring greater order to markets, Sahu said. Of the 15 sites, 10 are located on land owned by the municipal corporation, four on land belonging to the Road Construction Department and one on land owned by the Bihar State Housing Board. The estimated cost of the projects is Rs 270.45 crore. While approximately Rs 200 crore will come from the bond proceeds, the remaining amount will be met from the corporation's internal resources. The projects are expected to be completed within six months to 18 months. The facilities are also expected to generate additional revenue for the corporation through shop rentals, parking fees, marriage hall bookings and other commercial activities. Addressing the ceremony, Samrat Choudhary said strengthening Bihar's economy and keeping pace with global developments were key objectives of the government. He described the expansion of the bond issue from its initial size of around Rs 100 crore to nearly Rs 200 crore as a significant achievement. He also said Bihar had faced economic setbacks following the state's bifurcation, but had made progress since 2005 through the efforts of former Chief Ministers Nitish Kumar and former Deputy Chief Minister Sushil Kumar Modi.
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Srinagar , November 10 : Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) president Mehbooba Mufti on Tuesday praised Congress Parliamentary Party chairperson Sonia Gandhi's memoir 'Belonging: A Journey of Love', saying that no woman politician had endured as much as she had, while also defending the legacy of former Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru and criticising the BJP's ideological approach. Speaking to reporters in Srinagar, Mufti said she had witnessed Sonia Gandhi's evolution as a political leader and stateswoman and admired her strength in dealing with personal tragedies, including the assassinations of her mother-in-law, former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, and husband Rajiv Gandhi. I have seen Sonia Gandhi evolving into a leader and then into a stateswoman. She has gone through a lot. I mean, in my opinion, no woman politician has endured as much as she has. And the way she carried herself, especially when, you know, the trauma her children faced when their grandmother and then father Rajiv ji was killed... I mean, that must have been very emotionally taxing on her, Mufti said. But still, to come up with such a beautiful book, with so many, you know, happy memories--of course, there are sad occasions also in it. I think it's something, you know, really I admire in her. She has the capacity, she has the, you know... she has the strength to bear it all, she added. Mufti also criticised the BJP over its remarks on Nehru, highlighting his contribution to nation-building and the establishment of institutions after Independence. And the way the BJP people--the way they are talking about Jawaharlal Nehru--what would they understand about Jawaharlal Nehru? Jawaharlal Nehru was the person, was the Prime Minister who, at a time when the whole country... before Independence, he went to jail; his daughter went to jail. After that, that family gave two Prime Ministers who sacrificed their lives for this country. That is Jawaharlal Nehru's legacy, she said. She further credited Nehru with steering the country through the communal tensions surrounding Partition and establishing institutions, industries and basic infrastructure. He steered this nation at a time when Hindus and Muslims were thirsty for each other's blood. And this country had virtually nothing. Education was hardly even 15 to 20 per cent. After that, he gave institutions here, gave ISRO, through which they are launching satellites and other things into space today. He built this nation, gave it industries, gave it basic infrastructure, which today they are handing over entirely to Adani, Mufti said. In my view, the BJP cannot understand Jawaharlal Nehru because their mentality, their mindset, is very narrow. Their mindset is only about pitting Hindus and Muslims against each other, Mufti alleged. Mufti further described the memoir as a reflection of the ideological differences between the Congress and the BJP, saying Sonia Gandhi associated herself with Mahatma Gandhi, secularism and democracy. I feel that this book--I haven't heard much about it yet, though I have read a little bit--its a beautiful book, and it tells you the truth: that the BJP's ideology is the ideology of the RSS, Jan Sangh, and Godse, whereas Sonia Gandhi associates herself with Gandhi ji, secularism, and democracy. So, I think it must be a very interesting book, she said. Asked about the title Belonging, given that Gandhi has long been accused of having an Italian mindset, Mufti said, In my opinion, she... as I said earlier, the way she evolved as a leader, as a stateswoman... in the BJP, you don't even have a single... leave alone a statesman, you don't even have a true leader. They are just RSS pracharaks. They are rioters, considering what they are doing right now and the riot-like atmosphere they have created. She (Sonia Gandhi) was always called an outsider, but the amount she has sacrificed for this country--her husband's sacrifice, and before that, her mother-in-law's sacrifice... I think in the history of India, no other family has fought as much for freedom, nor made as many sacrifices for the integrity of this nation, as this family has, Mufti added. The remarks come amid a political controversy surrounding Sonia Gandhi's newly released memoir, which touches upon her personal journey, political experiences, the Nehru-Gandhi family and her criticism of the BJP-led government. In her memoir, Sonia Gandhi has accused the BJP of systematically dismantling democratic institutions, suppressing dissent and centralising political and economic power. She has also alleged that the RSS has brought several educational institutions under its ideological influence. Gandhi has criticised the government's 2016 demonetisation decision, the functioning of central investigative agencies and the Election Commission of India (ECI). She has also accused the ruling party of using government agencies to target political opponents. The memoir has drawn sharp reactions from BJP leaders. BJP national spokesperson CR Kesavan criticised the book, saying it could have been titled 'Whitewashing' instead of 'Belonging: A Journey of Love'. Sonia Gandhi could have titled her memoir 'Whitewashing', instead of 'Belonging' because the motive of this book appears to be sugarcoating the historical wrongs perpetrated by the Nehru-Gandhi family and camouflaging the cardinal sins committed by the Congress party, Kesavan said. Questioning her references to the Babri Masjid demolition, the 1984 anti-Sikh massacre, the Batla House encounter and the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks, Kesavan asked whether she had expressed similar grief over the deaths of innocent people and security personnel. He also criticised her account of the Emergency imposed by former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, saying it was appalling and shocking to normalise or justify a period during which fundamental rights were suspended. In Patna, JD(U) MP Sanjay Kumar Jha questioned Sonia Gandhi's account of declining the Prime Minister's post in 2004, claiming that Samajwadi Party leader Mulayam Singh Yadav had refused to support her. This is a controversial matter as well. While managing numbers, what we know is that Mulayam Singh Yadav had refused to support her. Otherwise, there was a full attempt to become the PM. But she could not become. It is a different matter what she did or did not do, Jha said. Meanwhile, Congress leaders defended the memoir and rejected the BJP's criticism over Sonia Gandhi's reflections on the Babri Masjid demolition. Congress leader Salman Khurshid said there was deep regret across political circles over the demolition, including among BJP leaders Atal Bihari Vajpayee and LK Advani. Advani ji had also said that they did not want this to happen. Atal Bihari Vajpayee had said they didn't want this, Khurshid said. Congress MP Rajeev Shukla also accused the BJP of giving the memoir a political spin, arguing that several BJP leaders had themselves criticised the Babri Masjid's demolition at the time. (ANI)
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Digital Desk | Patna, Nov 10 (IANS) Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary on Tuesday transferred Rs 1,205 crore to the bank accounts of 1.09 crore social security pension beneficiaries across the state ahead of the Chhath festival. Under the disbursement, each beneficiary received Rs 1,100 as monthly pension assistance. The funds were transferred during a programme organised at the Chief Minister's official residence, Lok Sevak Awas in Patna on Tuesday. The social security pension scheme provides financial assistance to elderly people, widows and persons with disabilities, helping them meet their basic needs. During the run-up to the assembly election 2025, the then Nitish Kumar government had increased the monthly pension amount from Rs 400 to Rs 1,100, providing additional financial support to millions of beneficiaries. During the programme, Samrat Choudhary directed officials to ensure that every eligible person receives the benefits of the scheme and that no deserving beneficiary is left out. He instructed the administration to identify eligible people who have not yet been enrolled and launch a special campaign to bring them under the pension scheme. The Chief Minister emphasised that the process should ensure that vulnerable sections of society receive financial assistance without unnecessary delays or administrative hurdles. The pension amount is transferred directly into the beneficiaries' bank accounts, enabling them to use the assistance for their daily expenses. The scheme is particularly significant for elderly people, widows and persons with disabilities who may have limited or no regular sources of income. With the latest disbursement, the government has reiterated its focus on expanding the coverage of social security benefits and ensuring that eligible people across Bihar are included in the programme. Officials have been directed to monitor the identification and enrolment process so that no eligible person is deprived of the monthly pension assistance. Such a disbursement could give relief to the beneficiaries ahead of the Chhath festival.
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Digital Desk | Patna, Nov 10 (IANS) Patna residents received a new transport facility ahead of the Chhath festival with the launch of a water metro service on the Ganga on Tuesday. The service will operate between Digha Ghat and NIT Ghat, covering a distance of around 9.5 km. Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary inaugurated the service at Digha Ghat in the presence of Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Kumar Choudhary and Health Minister Nishant Kumar. The water metro will operate daily from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., with the fare fixed at Rs 50 per passenger. The service will be managed by the Bihar State Tourism Development Corporation. Modern air-conditioned metro boats, each with a capacity of around 100 passengers, will ferry commuters along the designated route. The service is expected to provide an alternative to road transport, improve connectivity between different parts of Patna and promote tourism along the Ganga. Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal had earlier announced the introduction of the water metro in Patna. With its launch, Patna becomes the second city in the country, after Kochi in Kerala, to introduce such a service. The state government is also exploring the possibility of developing passenger and tourism services on the Son, Gandak and Kosi rivers. A task force comprising officials from the Union Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, the Inland Waterways Authority of India and the Bihar government will soon be constituted to examine the feasibility of operating such services on these rivers. The vessels have been equipped with modern facilities and safety systems. A specialised supercharger has been installed at Gandhi Ghat to recharge the boats' batteries, with a full charge reportedly taking around 10 to 15 minutes. For passenger safety, the boats have CCTV cameras and an automatic location system, which will be monitored remotely. Three to four rescue boats will also be deployed along the route to respond to emergencies. The launch is expected to add a new dimension to urban transport in Patna while opening up further opportunities for tourism and passenger movement on the Ganga.
Man-made crisis: Naveen Patnaik slams Odisha govt over Ganjam flood response
Digital Desk | Bhubaneswar, Nov 10 (IANS) Leader of Opposition and BJD president Naveen Patnaik on Tuesday severely criticised the state government's preparedness to deal with Cyclone Arnab and called for impartial rehabilitation and reconstruction work in flood-ravaged Ganjam district. In a letter to Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, Patnaik has also described the devastating flood in Ganjam as a manmade crisis, calling upon the state government to fix accountability for the lapses and ensure stringent punishment. The BJD supremo also referred to his recent visit to flood-affected areas of Hinjili, Sheragada, Aska and Sorada of Ganjam district and interactions with affected persons on November 7. Patnaik expressed pain after seeing the sufferings of the people in distress, massive damage to infrastructure, extensive crop losses, loss of lives and destruction of livelihoods during his visit. He alleged that government negligence has set Ganjam back by several years. He alleged that the state government ignored IMD warnings issued since October 23. The BJD chief said Ganjam remained vulnerable to heavy rainfall, which typically occurs to the right of a cyclone's landfall, and stressed that cyclone and flood management SOPs require advance water release from dams and round-the-clock monitoring of reservoir levels. However, in the case of Ganjam, water from dams was released by the Water Resources Department after the onset of heavy cyclonic rains. This compounded the floods and caused huge loss of life and property. People have complained that adequate warning was not given to them before the gates were opened, alleged Patnaik. This gross negligence and manmade crisis raises serious issues of accountability. People are demanding strict action against those responsible for such a serious lapse, he further added. The LoP alleged that the government has also admitted its lack of preparedness for Ganjam, adding that timely action on warnings could have prevented much of the suffering. He alleged that the delay in the post-flood relief work led to people being marooned for days without food and water. Patnaik said he has forwarded the representations he received during his visit to the Special Relief Commissioner for immediate action. He urged the government to adopt a whole of government approach to ensure timely compensation, adding that lip service will not work. He warned that BJD will not tolerate negligence in relief work by the government and will hold protests from 'Palli to Delhi'. The BJD chief also contended that the previous BJD government had built a community-based, globally acclaimed disaster management system in which sarpanches, PRI members and Mission Shakti groups played a major role. He alleged that neglect of sarpanches and the near closure of Mission Shakti by the BJP government have weakened the community-based disaster response system. Citing what he termed repeated mishandling of calamities in Ganjam, Kendrapada, Jajpur, Bhadrak and Baleshwar, Patnaik asked the government to take responsibility and fix accountability. He said the progress made in 24 years of BJD rule should not be undone in 24 months by the double engine sarkar.
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Chhath Puja 2026 Helicopter Service: Bookings for helicopter joy rides have begun on November 10. Helicopters will operate daily from 8 am to 10 am.(AI image used for presentation)Chhath in Patna is considered very important. People from other districts also come to Patna to perform Chha...
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Patna Municipal Corporation (PMC) has become the first urban local body in Bihar to raise funds through municipal bonds, mobilising nearly Rs 200 crore from the capital market to undertake infrastructure development projects at 15 locations across the state capital. The municipal bond listing was marked by a ceremony held at Taj City Centre in Patna on Tuesday, in the presence of Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary. The corporation raised Rs 199.99 crore through its maiden municipal bond issuance on October 30, against a base issue size of Rs 100 crore. The offering received bids exceeding Rs 205 crore, reflecting strong investor interest. The bonds carry an annual coupon rate of 9.20 per cent and have a tenure of 10 years. The proceeds will be utilised to develop urban infrastructure at 15 locations across Patna, including organised vending zones, commercial complexes and other public facilities. The proposed redevelopment of New Market near Patna Junction is among the projects iden...
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Theres deemed suspension if public servant is kept in judicial custody for over 48 hours: SC
New Delhi, Nov 10: If a public servant is arrested and kept in judicial custody for more than 48 hours, there is a deemed suspension, the Supreme Court has said. A bench comprising Justices J B Pardiwala and Manmohan made the observation while restoring the bail granted to Vishwajeet Singh, the administrator of Sadar Hospital at Samastipur in Bihar. Singh was accused of demanding a bribe of Rs 4,000 for clearing a contractual worker's pending wages of Rs 36,421. The top court set aside a Patna High Court order cancelling his bail nearly a year after it was granted. The bench said that although the amount of bribe demanded was not a relevant consideration for deciding a bail plea, the high court could have made that observation without cancelling the bail. While restoring the bail, the apex court also flagged a disturbing feature concerning the accused's service status and subsequent posting. However, there is one disturbing feature which we should not ignore. It appears that upon arrest, the appellant accused was in judicial custody for almost a period of 15 days. Once a public servant is arrested and remains in judicial custody for more than 48 hours, there is a deemed suspension. Being a public servant, he could be said to have been placed under deemed suspension. No specific order is required to be passed in this regard, Justice Pardiwala said in the order dated November 6. The bench noted the information that Singh was placed under suspension but later, the suspension order came to be revoked. And, shockingly, he has been once again posted in the very same hospital and that too on the very same post. This aspect shall be looked into by the state at the earliest We expect the state to do the needful in the matter in accordance with law, the bench said. Singh challenged a July 1, 2026, order of the Patna High Court, which allowed a plea filed by the complainant and directed that the accused be taken into custody after cancelling the regular bail granted to him by the sessions court. According to the case records, an FIR was registered at the Vigilance police station in 2025 under Section 7(b) of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988. The accused was serving as the administrator at the government-run Sadar Hospital in Samastipur when he allegedly demanded Rs 4,000 as illegal gratification for clearing the complainant's outstanding wages amounting to Rs 36,421. Following his arrest, the accused was granted bail by the sessions court. The complainant subsequently challenged the bail order before the high court, which set it aside. The top court took note of the fact that the high court had interfered with the bail order almost a year after the accused was released. It observed that the tenor of the high court's order indicated that the sessions court's reference to the bribe amount being paltry had weighed with it while deciding to cancel the bail. Ordinarily, in cases of this type, having regard to the maximum punishment that the trial court would impose, ultimately, if the accused is held to be guilty, bail is to be granted, the bench said. It added that bail may be declined in cases involving criminal antecedents or where the facts are particularly grave, it added.
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Tehrik-e-Khudadad urges Karnataka govt to restore Tipu Sultan Jayanti
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Nov 10 (IANS) The cultural organisation Tehrik-e-Khudadad submitted a memorandum on Tuesday to Karnataka Chief Minister, D.K. Shivakumar, through the Deputy Commissioner of Kalaburagi, urging the state government to restore the official celebration of Tipu Sultan Jayanti on November 10. It can be recalled that the Tipu Jayanti controversy in Karnataka is a political and historical clash over whether the state should officially celebrate the birth anniversary of the 18th-century ruler of Mysuru, Tipu Sultan. The memorandum was submitted by Mohammed Rafeeque Mulla, President of the organisation's Hyderabad Karnataka region. Besides seeking the restoration of the official Jayanti celebrations, the organisation has urged the government to review school textbooks to ensure historically accurate coverage of Tipu Sultan and Hyder Ali. The representation stated that textbooks should appropriately highlight their contributions to rocket technology, administration, sericulture and manufacturing. The organisation has proposed eight major initiatives aimed at preserving and promoting Tipu Sultan's legacy while linking it with education, science, heritage, craftsmanship and economic development. Among the proposals are the establishment of a Tipu Sultan Heritage and Science Museum at Srirangapatna and a Taramandal Centre for Applied Science and Innovation. It has also suggested a silk and advanced materials initiative and a Channapatna Toys and Crafts Design Hub to promote traditional craftsmanship and innovation. Other proposals include the creation of an enterprise and manufacturing facilitation network, an annual Tipu Sultan Innovation Challenge and a proposed University of Applied Sciences, Design and Enterprise. The memorandum has further sought scholarships and research fellowships for students and researchers, besides the digitisation and preservation of historical archives related to Tipu Sultan and the period. The organisation had urged the Karnataka government to take a decision on restoring the official celebration of Tipu Sultan Jayanti before November 10 this year. It has also sought directions to the government departments concerned to prepare feasibility reports, financial proposals and detailed implementation plans for the initiatives suggested in the memorandum. The representation emphasised that Tipu Sultan's legacy should not be honoured merely through annual celebrations, but through lasting initiatives and contributions to education, science, heritage, craftsmanship and economic development in Karnataka. It can be noted that in 2015, the Congress-led government under Siddaramaiah first introduced official state-sponsored Tipu Jayanti celebrations on November 10, describing Tipu Sultan as an early freedom fighter who resisted British colonial rule. When the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) came to power in Karnataka in July 2019, the B.S. Yediyurappa government officially cancelled the state-sponsored celebrations, citing public opposition and social friction.
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CII summit in Vizag to bring 58 countries, focus on trade, technology and investments
Andhra Pradesh is looking to strengthen its position as a global investment and technology destination, with representatives from 58 countries set to participate in the 31st CII Partnership Summit in Visakhapatnam on November 12 and 13, as the state seeks to convert investment proposals into industrial projects. The six preparatory regional conferences organised ahead of the summit have already attracted investment proposals worth Rs 86,522 crore through 194 memorandums of understanding (MoUs), with the proposed projects expected to generate employment opportunities for around 1.47 lakh people, according to the state government's Information and Public Relations Department. The two-day summit, themed Navigating New World Order, will bring together government and industry representatives, including 16 foreign ministers and 40 international-level delegates, for discussions on trade, investment, technology and international cooperation. Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Commerce and Indust...
Bihar: NDA prepares grand welcome for PM Modis Nov 21 visit
Digital Desk | Patna, Nov 9 (IANS) Preparations have intensified across Bihar for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's proposed visit to the state on November 21, with the ruling NDA alliance aiming to make the programme a major political and development event. The Prime Minister is scheduled to address a public rally in the Jafarpatti industrial area of Vaishali district. Administrative preparations are also underway for the inauguration and foundation-stone laying of projects linked to the Vaishali industrial corridor. The visit assumes significance as the NDA government in Bihar is set to complete one year in office on November 20. The alliance plans to showcase its achievements over the past year and outline its development agenda during the Prime Minister's programme. For Bihar, the visit has raised expectations of fresh announcements relating to industrial investment, infrastructure, employment generation and central assistance. The state has long faced challenges relating to limited revenue resources, industrial growth and job creation, making major development projects a key priority for the government. Among the projects expected to feature during the visit is a six-lane bridge over the Ganga in the Raghopur area. Projects associated with the proposed industrial corridor, spread across approximately 1,650 acres in Vaishali, are also being prepared for inauguration or foundation-stone laying. Other projects being discussed in the context of Bihar's development include the Patna-Purnea Expressway, a proposed Central University in Bhagalpur and a greenfield airport at Sultanganj. However, the final list of projects and announcements for the Prime Minister's visit is awaited. JD(U) state president Umesh Kushwaha said all NDA constituents had begun preparations to ensure a grand welcome for PM Modi. Whenever the Prime Minister visits Bihar, he brings various gifts in the form of development initiatives for the state. We have high expectations of him this time as well. We want to make his visit historic, with public participation breaking previous records, Kushwaha said. BJP state president Sanjay Saraogi said the visit would mark the completion of one year of the NDA government in Bihar. All constituent parties are united in preparing for the Prime Minister's visit. He has special affection for Bihar and has consistently supported the state's development. We expect a major announcement for Bihar on November 21, Saraogi said.
Nitin Nabin to visit Patna from Nov 10-12, review Chhath Ghat preparations
Digital Desk | Patna, Nov 9 (IANS) BJP National President Nitin Nabin will undertake a three-day visit to Patna from November 10 to 12, during which he will inspect arrangements at major Chhath ghats and participate in organisational programmes. According to the proposed schedule, Nabin will visit various Chhath ghats along the Ganga on Tuesday, November 10, beginning at 3 p.m. His inspection will cover the stretch from Nasriganj Ghat in Digha to Gai Ghat. During the visit, he will review arrangements made by the administration for devotees, including facilities and preparations for the Chhath festival. At 5.30 p.m., Nabin is scheduled to visit the residence of late former Rajya Sabha MP R.K. Sinha to pay his respects and offer condolences to the bereaved family. On November 11 and 12, the BJP national president will participate in previously scheduled organisational programmes. Details of these engagements have not been disclosed. Nabin's visit comes days after he launched the NDA's nationwide campaign, titled Save Democracy, End Anarchy, from Bhagalpur on November 2. During his visit to the city, popularly known as the Silk City, he addressed a public gathering at Lajpat Park before leading a padyatra. It was his first visit to Bhagalpur after assuming charge as BJP national president. Addressing the gathering, Nabin launched an attack on Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and the opposition alliance, accusing them of pursuing family-centric politics. He claimed that Rahul Gandhi was concerned about the political survival of his family, while Prime Minister Narendra Modi considered the country's 1.4 billion people his family and was committed to their development, security and prosperity. Describing Narendra Modi as the country's 'mukhya sevak' and 'chowkidar', Nabin said the Prime Minister had consistently worked to honour the trust placed in him by the people. He also criticised the Congress-led United Progressive Alliance government, alleging that the period before 2014 was marked by corruption scandals and challenges relating to internal and external security. Nabin said farmers, women, young people and other sections of society had sought political change, following which they gave PM Modi the responsibility of leading the country.
Digital Desk | Guwahati/Agartala, Nov 9 (IANS) After Assam, the Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has begun introducing electric train services on a full-fledged basis in Tripura following the successful completion of several trial runs of electric locomotives in the state, officials said on Monday. On July 4, the NFR introduced the first-ever Mainline Electric Multiple Unit (MEMU) train service in the Northeast region, connecting Tripura with southern Assam. Train number 20502 Anand Vihar--Agartala Tejas Rajdhani Express ran successfully on electric traction from end to end last week, an NFR official told IANS. He said that, in a phased manner, long-distance express trains hauled by electric locomotives would now be operated in Tripura, making it the second state in the Northeastern region after Assam to have such services. Equipped with modern passenger amenities, the MEMU train has a carrying capacity of 3,600 passengers and connects Agartala with Karimganj in neighbouring Assam. The NFR official said that the train, which was earlier operating as a Diesel Electric Multiple Unit (DEMU), has now been successfully upgraded to a Mainline Electric Multiple Unit (MEMU), marking a significant technological advancement following the electrification of the railway route. Unlike DEMU trains, MEMU services operate on electric traction, making them more environmentally friendly, energy-efficient and economical to operate. According to NFR officials, the environment-friendly MEMU train is equipped with several modern passenger amenities, including LED lighting, 12 stainless steel coaches, bio-toilets, a GPS-based passenger information system displaying details of the next station and platform, a public address system, CCTV surveillance, and several other advanced facilities. Tripura Power Minister Ratan Lal Nath told IANS that the Tripura State Electricity Corporation Ltd. (TSECL) has completed 100 per cent electrification of the state's 271-km railway network. He recalled that the first train reached Dharmanagar in northern Tripura in 1964, while it took another 44 years for railway connectivity to reach the state capital, Agartala, in 2008. Rail connectivity was further extended to Sabroom in southern Tripura in 2019, marking another significant milestone in the expansion of the state's railway network. Nath said that after Narendra Modi assumed office as Prime Minister in 2014, the broad-gauge conversion project in Tripura was completed, replacing the earlier metre-gauge railway line. He also noted that the international railway link connecting Agartala with Akhaura in Bangladesh was completed in 2023. The present state and Central governments are committed to ensuring development and accelerating the state's progress, Nath had said. The broad-gauge railway network from Churaibari, along the Tripura-Assam border, to Sabroom, near the India-Bangladesh border, now spans 271 km. All related development and expansion works were completed within seven years, the minister said. Under the Centres Amrit Bharat Station Scheme, redevelopment work is currently underway at four railway stations in Tripura -- Agartala, Udaipur, Kumarghat, and Dharmanagar. Tripura is currently connected to several major cities in the country, including Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai, Firozpur, and Patna, through various long-distance express train services. Meanwhile, the Lumding-Badarpur mountainous section in Assam is the only rail link connecting Tripura, Mizoram, Manipur, and southern Assam with the rest of the country, making it one of the most vital and strategically important railway corridors in the Northeast. (Sujit Chakraborty can be contacted at sujitchakrabortyne@gmail.com)
Amit Shah, CM Naidu To Attend Vizag CII Partnership Summit on Nov 12, 13
Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal and AP CM N Chandrababu Naidu will attend the 31st CII Partnership Summit in Visakhapatnam on November 12 and 13.
Amit Shah, Piyush Goyal to attend CII Partnership Summit inauguration on November 12, says official
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Tejashwi Yadav targets Bihar govt over rising crime; calls for politics focused on jobs
Digital Desk | Patna, Nov 9 (IANS) RJD National Working President and Leader of the Opposition in the Bihar Assembly, Tejashwi Yadav, on Monday targeted the state government over the law and order situation, alleging that incidents of gunfire, robbery and crimes against women and girls had become commonplace. Speaking to party leaders and workers at the RJD office in Patna on his 37th birthday, Tejashwi alleged that crime was continuing unabated in Bihar while the government remained silent. He said he wanted to see a Bihar free from corruption, crime, robbery and exploitation, and called for politics focused on employment and public welfare rather than hatred. Tejashwi urged RJD leaders and workers to carry forward the ideals of party founder Lalu Prasad Yadav with renewed determination. He asked them to reject divisive politics and take the party's message to every village and household. He also appealed to people to maintain a positive outlook and participate in future struggles and movements, expressing confidence that public support and affection would strengthen the party's political efforts in Bihar. The RJD leader thanked party leaders, workers and journalists who attended the birthday celebration. He said the affection shown by people reflected their trust and encouraged the party to continue working towards its political objectives. The celebration was marked by the cutting of a 37-pound cake in the presence of senior party leaders and workers. Slogans wishing Tejashwi a long life and birthday greetings were raised as he cut the cake. Sweets and pieces of cake were subsequently distributed among those present. The programme was organised under the chairmanship of RJD state president Mangni Lal Mandal. State vice-president Dr Tanveer Hassan and party spokesperson Ejaz Ahmed conducted the proceedings. Mandal felicitated Tejashwi by presenting him with a shawl and a bouquet. He said the enthusiasm surrounding the birthday celebration reflected the trust and affection people had for the RJD leader. He also said such gatherings could promote social harmony and give a new direction to Bihar's politics. The event witnessed the participation of party leaders and workers, who extended their birthday wishes to Tejashwi.
Visakhapatnam gears up for 31st CII Partnership Summit
Over 1,250 delegates from 59 countries, 15 foreign ministers and global business leaders expected at the November 12-13 event, which aims to attract investments and generate jobs in North Coastal Andhra
Three killed as two motorcycles collide in Bihar's Siwan on Diwali night
Digital Desk | Patna, Nov 9 (IANS) Three young men were killed and two others injured after two motorcycles collided head-on near Jhulapur village in Bihar's Siwan district on Diwali night, police said. The accident occurred late Sunday evening under the jurisdiction of the Mufassil police station. Two of the victims died on the spot, while the third succumbed to his injuries during treatment at Siwan Sadar Hospital. The deceased have been identified as Mukesh Mahto and Golu Kumar, both residents of Rasulpur village in Siwan, and Sanish Kumar, a resident of Sanah Mathiya village under the Manjhagarh police station area of neighbouring Gopalganj district. According to preliminary information, Mukesh and Golu were returning to their village from Siwan with their friend Abhishek when their motorcycle collided with another bike coming from the opposite direction. The second motorcycle was reportedly carrying Sanish and another person. The impact was so severe that two young men died at the scene. Three others, including Golu, were rushed to Sadar Hospital. However, Golu later succumbed to his injuries. The remaining injured are undergoing treatment. The accident has devastated Sanish's family, which was preparing for two major family occasions. His 'tilak' ceremony was scheduled for November 19, while his sister's wedding is planned for November 21. Preparations for the wedding were underway when the family received news of his death. Meanwhile, relatives of the victims have raised questions over the emergency medical facilities at Siwan Sadar Hospital. They alleged that an ambulance was not provided promptly, even after a referral was issued for better medical treatment. According to the family members, they repeatedly tried to contact the 102 ambulance service, but their calls did not go through. They claimed that an ambulance eventually reached the hospital premises, but Golu had already died by then. There was no official response from the hospital administration regarding the allegations at the time of filing this report. Police have initiated an investigation to establish the circumstances leading to the collision. Further details are awaited.
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Telangana: BRS leader on way to Kodangal detained, KTR condemns police action
Digital Desk | Hyderabad, Nov 9 (IANS) Telangana Police on Monday detained senior BRS leader and former MLA Patnam Narender Reddy when he was heading to Kosgi in Narayanpet district to console the family of a deceased party worker. Kosgi is part of Kodangal, the Assembly constituency represented by Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy. The police action was apparently in view of the Chief Ministers presence in Kodangal. Monday is the third day of his visit to the constituency. Narender Reddy, a former MLA from Kodangal, lodged a strong protest when police stopped him at the Baharpet crossroads in Parigi. What kind of people's government is this? When our party leader, an activist, dies, will you stop people from going to pay their last respects? he asked the police officers. The Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) leader accused the Revanth Reddy government of acting vindictively against activists. Meanwhile, BRS Working President K. T. Rama Rao has condemned what he called the illegal arrest of Narender Reddy, who was on his way to Kosgi to console the family of a deceased party worker and attend the funeral. He said this was a testament to the undemocratic and autocratic attitude of the Congress government. What was the need to arrest a leader who was simply going to offer support to the family of a party worker in distress? Has standing by a grieving family become a crime under this so-called 'Indiramma Rajyam', asked Rama Rao. The BRS leader said that the Congress government, which came to power promising 'people's governance' (Praja Palana), is now trampling upon democratic rights and stifling the voices of opposition leaders. They have turned the act of intimidating the oppositionthrough illegal arrests and coercive measuresinto their primary mode of governance. The BRS will not be cowed by such vindictive actions of the Congress government. Our struggle on behalf of the people and our party workers will continue, said KTR. He demanded that Narender Reddy must be released immediately and unconditionally. BRS Legislative Party Deputy Leader and former minister Patlolla Sabitha Indra Reddy also condemned the arrest of Patnam Narender Reddy: It is highly unjust and undemocratic that the police intercepted and arrested Patnam Narender Reddy at the Baharpet crossroads in Parigi while he was on his way to console the family of a deceased party worker in Kosgi and attend the funeral. What compelled the government to arrest a leader who was merely going to offer condolences? she asked. She said that the Congress government, which came to power boasting of people's governance (and promising an end to the era of barricades, has now made its primary agenda to silence the opposition in the state. Today, across Telangana, one sees only the suppression of dissenting voices, the illegal arrest of opposition leaders and autocratic crackdowns, the BRS MLA said.
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IGIMS Junior Resident Recruitment 2026
Indira Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences, Sheikhpura, Patna (IGIMS) has invited offline applications for 109 Junior Resident (Non-Academic) posts. Applications can be submitted till 30 November 2026. For complete details, candidates can visit igims.org.
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Former Kodangal MLA Narender Reddy detained in Hyderabad
Hyderabad: Former Kodangal MLA Patnam Narender Reddy was detained by the Hyderabad Police on Monday, November 9, for his alleged role in inciting violence in Vikarabad. Reddy, a former Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) MLA, was detained while on a morning walk at KBR Park and has been moved to Vikarabad. A video shared on social 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 .
Tension In Parigi After Police Take Patnam Mahender Reddy Into Custody
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Kharge's Diwali greeting sparks row; Sanjay Saraogi accuses Congress of appeasement politics
Digital Desk | Patna, Nov 9 (IANS) BJP Bihar President, Sanjay Saraogi, on Monday criticised Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge over his Diwali greetings, accusing the Congress of promoting appeasement politics and hurting the religious sentiments of Hindus. Speaking to IANS, Saraogi said, Blinded by the lure of vote-bank politics, the Congress has reached a point where it seeks to push its ugly appeasement politics even during this Sanatan festival, which celebrates the victory of light over darkness and good over evil. The poison of hatred towards Hindus running through the veins of the Congress party is now openly reflected in the words of its leaders. He further alleged that Kharge had insulted the faith of 110 crore Hindus by describing Diwali as the Eid of happiness. By making such a statement about our auspicious festival, Diwali, Kharge is hurting the faith of 110 crore Hindus. This is a very low-level conspiracy by the Congress. The people of India will not tolerate this at any cost. Insulting Sanatan Dharma and our culture is not right, especially by connecting Diwali with Eid. If they have enough courage, they should connect Eid with Diwali as well. The people of this country will not tolerate this politics of appeasement, he told IANS. Kharge's remarks on the occasion of Diwali have triggered a political controversy, with the BJP questioning his choice of words. While extending Diwali greetings to the people, the Congress President described the festival as the Eid of happiness, saying it was a celebration of joy that brought people together and provided an opportunity to meet family members and loved ones. Kharge said Diwali was one of India's major festivals and was celebrated collectively by people. Describing it as a symbol of happiness, harmony and mutual goodwill, he said, Diwali is the Eid of happiness, an Eid that lasts for many days. In his message, Kharge also emphasised the need to maintain peace, remove mutual misunderstandings and strengthen national unity. He said festivals provided an opportunity to bring people closer and promote social harmony and brotherhood. However, his remarks drew criticism from the BJP, which accused the Congress of indulging in appeasement politics and turning a festive greeting into a political controversy.
Firecrackers leave 67 with eye injuries in Hyderabad
Hyderabad: At least 67 people, including children, have suffered eye injuries while bursting firecrackers during Diwali celebrations in the city, according to figures available till Monday morning, November 9. The injured have sought treatment at the state-run Sarojini Devi Eye Hospital in Mehdipatnam, Gandhi Hospital and Osmania General Hospital. Sarojini Devi Eye Hospital had already 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 .
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Janpad Panchayat Bhopalpatnam Recruitment 2026
Office of the Chief Executive Officer, Janpad Panchayat Bhopalpatnam, District Bijapur (Chhattisgarh) has published the Recruitment 2026 notification for 14 Gram Rozgar Sahayak posts. Offline applications will be accepted till 30 November 2026. For complete details, candidates can visit bijapur.gov.in.
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TD Dominates Parishad Polls In Visakhapatnam, Anakapalli Districts
In Visakhapatnam district, the TD won 29 of the 52 MPTC seats, while the YSRC secured 16 and the Jana Sena (JS) seven.
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43 newly appointed council staff to undergo fresh tests on Nov 18
Naveen Visits Ganjam 11 Days After Arnab Devastation, Says Victims Distress Remains Unheard
'Patnaik should have reached the region much earlier,' says BJP MP Pratap Sarangi
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Three drug peddlers held with heroin worth Rs 35 lakh, Rs 19.5 lakh cash seizure in Bihar's Kaimur
Digital Desk | Patna, Nov 7 (IANS) The Bihar Police on Saturday busted an alleged heroin trafficking network by an operation in Kaimur district, arresting three people, including a woman, and recovering 52.58 grams of heroin worth around Rs 35 lakh. The seizure was made during a raid at a house in the Babu Mohalla area under Kudra police station following a tip-off that heroin was being packaged into smaller quantities for distribution. Mohania Sub-Divisional Police Officer (SDPO) Gopal Krishna said the Kudra police received confidential information about the illegal activity and immediately formed a team to conduct a raid. The operation was carried out at the residence of local resident Kiran Devi in the presence of a Magistrate, who also serves as the Circle Officer. During the search, police recovered 52.58 grams of heroin and Rs 19,48,012 in cash, suspected to be linked to the illegal drug trade. Three people were arrested from the premises. They have been identified as Kiran Devi, a resident of Ward No. 11 in Kudra, and Mintu Singh and Rajesh Singh, both residents of Karampura Pipra village under Durgawati police station. According to police, three other suspects managed to escape after noticing the arrival of the police team. They have been identified as Gular Singh alias Anchal Singh, Shibu Singh and Jitendra Singh, all residents of the Kudra area. Police said Gular Singh has a criminal history and efforts are underway to trace and arrest all three absconding suspects. The recovery of a substantial amount of cash alongside the narcotics has raised questions about the scale of the alleged trafficking operation and its financial network. Investigators are now examining the source of the seized money, the supply chain of the heroin and the possible involvement of other people in the illegal trade. Mohania SDPO Gopal Krishna said further legal proceedings were underway in connection with the recovery and arrests. Police teams are also conducting raids at suspected locations to apprehend the remaining accused. The investigation is expected to establish the extent of the network, its links with other drug suppliers and the number of people involved in the alleged trafficking operation. The seizure comes amid ongoing efforts by Bihar Police to enforce prohibition laws and curb the illegal narcotics trade in the state.
Digital Desk | Patna, Nov 7 (IANS) Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary on Saturday participated in a grand Deepotsav in Kalyanpur, his home district of Munger, where 11,11,111 earthen lamps were illuminated along the banks of the Ganga a day before Diwali. The Chief Minister inaugurated the event by lighting the first lamp at the premises of the Maa Badi Durga Maharani temple. The grand celebration witnessed considerable public participation, with the riverbank illuminated by thousands of lamps. On the occasion, CM Choudhary offered prayers to Goddess Lakshmi for the prosperity, happiness and well-being of the people of Bihar. He said that Diwali symbolises the victory of truth over falsehood and extended festive greetings to the people of the state. Addressing the gathering, the Chief Minister announced that construction of an 83-km-long Marine Drive connecting Munger and Bhagalpur would begin within the next two months. He added that soil erosion caused by the Ganga had been damaging agricultural land and crops, affecting farmers in several areas. The proposed Marine Drive is expected to contribute to regional development while addressing some of the challenges faced by the riverbank areas. Referring to the problems associated with the Farakka Barrage and the accumulation of silt in the Ganga, Chief Minister Choudhary said efforts were underway to find a lasting solution. He added that an agreement was reached with the Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari on November 2 to utilise silt removed from the Ganga in Bihar for road construction projects. The Chief Minister also said that instructions had been issued to develop arrangements for channelising Ganga water to dams across the state. Highlighting the state government's industrial development agenda, CM Choudhary said efforts were being made to establish industries through the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model to generate employment opportunities for Bihar's youth within the state. He said his priority was to ensure that young people could find employment in their home state rather than migrate elsewhere in search of a livelihood. Describing himself as a son of Munger, Samrat Choudhary said that he was serving as the Chief Minister of Bihar with the blessings of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Janata Dal-United leader Nitish Kumar. He also thanked the people of Munger district and the Bhagalpur division for their support in the elections.
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Biju Janata Dal (BJD) president and Leader of Opposition Naveen Patnaik conducted an extensive on-the-ground assessment of flood-affected regions in Ganjam district on Saturday, 7 November 2026, urging the Odisha government to deploy immediate financial relief, crop compensation, and infrastructure restoration. Patnaik visited four major flood-impacted blocksSheragada, Hinjilicut, Aska, and Soradawhere thousands of local residents, [] The post Naveen Patnaik Tours Flood-Ravaged Ganjam Districts; Demands Immediate Relief and Crop Compensation for Affected Farmers appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Bihar: Two held in East Champaran for cyber fraud linked to Pakistan
Digital Desk | Patna, Nov 7 (IANS) Bihar Police have arrested two men in East Champaran district for allegedly operating a cyber fraud network linked to Pakistani nationals and facilitating suspicious financial transactions through Indian bank accounts and QR codes. The arrests were made during simultaneous raids at two rented houses in the Belisarai area late Saturday. Police recovered two Android mobile phones and five ATM cards from the accused. Digital evidence, including Pakistani WhatsApp numbers, suspicious conversations and financial transaction records, was also found on their mobile phones. Superintendent of Police (SP) Swarn Prabhat on Saturday said a special police team led by Sadar SDPO-1 Dilip Kumar conducted the raids around 1:20 a.m. on Saturday following a tip-off. According to preliminary investigations, the accused were allegedly in contact with Pakistani nationals and were operating under their instructions. They reportedly received money into Indian bank accounts through QR codes and subsequently transferred the funds to other accounts. During the examination of their mobile phones, police discovered WhatsApp numbers linked to Pakistan and suspicious conversations indicating their alleged involvement in the financial network. The accused have been identified as Pankaj Gupta, a resident of Semmuapur under Dumariyaghat police station, and Raju Kushwaha alias Raju Kumar Bhagat (22), a resident of Shyampur Barwa under Sangrampur police station. Both were staying in rented accommodation in Belisarai. Police recovered five ATM cards, including three issued by Federal Bank, one by IDFC First Bank and one by Bank of India. The cards were registered in the names of Raju Kumar and Raju Kumar Bhagat. Investigators suspect that the bank accounts were being used to receive and withdraw money generated through cyber fraud before transferring it elsewhere. The seized mobile phones and ATM cards have been sent for further examination. Police are also analysing the bank accounts, transaction records and digital communications to establish the scale of the suspected operation. The investigation is focused on identifying the Pakistani contacts, tracing the financial transactions, determining the total amount routed through the accounts and establishing whether the network had connections across multiple states. Police are also examining the possible involvement of other individuals in the racket. The raiding team included Sadar DSP-1 Dilip Kumar, Inspector Rajiv Ranjan, Sub-Inspectors K.V. Hanumanta, Santosh Kumar and Satish Kumar, along with Jamadar Bhim Yadav, female constable Putul Kumari and other police personnel. Further investigation is underway to establish the complete network and identify its alleged masterminds.
Spread message that investing in Andhra Pradesh is safe and effortless, CM Naidu tells officials
Reviewing the arrangements for the 31st CII Partnership Summit scheduled to be organised in Visakhapatnam on November 12 and 13, the Chief Minister says the mega event is intended to enhance the States image among the investor community, and every effort should be made to fulfil the purpose
Bihar Assembly's winter session from Nov 30 to Dec 4; second supplementary budget to be presented
Digital Desk | Patna, Nov 7 (IANS) The schedule for the Winter Session of the Bihar Legislative Assembly in 2026 was announced on Saturday. The five-day session will commence on November 30 and conclude on December 4, with a total of five sittings. According to the schedule issued by the Assembly Secretariat, proceedings will begin at 11 a.m. on November 30. The presentation and approval of the second supplementary budget for the financial year 2026-27 will be the major agenda of the session, along with the introduction of government bills and other official business. On the opening day, Monday, November 30, newly elected members who have not yet taken the oath will be administered the oath, if required. Certified copies of ordinances promulgated by the Governor since the conclusion of the previous session will also be laid before the House. The government will present the second supplementary statement of expenditure for 2026-27, seeking legislative approval for additional expenditure required during the current financial year. The House will also pay tributes to departed leaders and other eminent personalities. On December 1 and 2, the Assembly will take up government bills and other official business. Members will deliberate on legislative proposals introduced by the government and complete other scheduled parliamentary proceedings. Thursday, December 3, will be dedicated primarily to the second supplementary budget. The House will hold a detailed discussion on the proposed additional expenditure, followed by voting. The related Appropriation Bill will also be introduced and taken up for consideration as part of the legislative process. The final day, Friday, December 4, has been reserved for Private Members' Business, during which legislators will be able to move and discuss their private members' resolutions. The Assembly Secretariat has directed members to submit their notices within the prescribed timeframe. No member will be allowed to submit more than one private member's resolution for consideration on the same day. A separate schedule for questions to be raised by legislators during the session will be issued. As per established procedure, the selection and priority of short-notice and starred questions will be determined through a lottery system. The Secretariat has also clarified that the programme may be modified if required. If the House decides to extend its proceedings beyond December 4, a revised schedule will be issued separately. The five-day session is expected to witness discussions on additional government expenditure, legislative proposals and issues raised by members through private resolutions.
Former Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik visits Ganjam amidst criticism of not meeting flood-hit people
Recently, posters portraying Mr. Patnaik as missing appeared in Hinjili, his home constituency, triggering a war of words between the ruling BJP and the Opposition BJD
Car-tanker collision kills man, daughter in Buxar
