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Googles data center, Cognizant and other companies ensure more jobs for youngsters: CUTM founder
CUTM founder said that over 30,000 jobs would be created only with the establishment of a hyper-scale data center by Google in Visakhapatnam
A woman's train journey turned terrifying at Katihar Junction when 30-40 men illegally boarded her reserved coach. Fearing for her safety, she locked herself in the toilet, sending an SOS. Railway Protection Force personnel swiftly intervened, clearing the unauthorized passengers and escorting her back. Vigilance has since been increased.
Govt schools suffer despite ministers assurances
BENGALURU: Even as Minister for School Education and Literacy Madhu Bangarappa said on the floor of the house that no government schools will be closed, two schools, Government Higher Primary School in Chananke Gowdana Doddi and Government Lower Primary School at Moggenahalli Doddi in Chennapatna taluk have stopped functioning. Shambu Gowda, a School Development and Monitoring Committe (SDMC) member working in Chennapatna taluk who has been fighting against shutting down government schools since 2003, said, Chananke Gowdana Doddi Village school had only two kids and one teacher and Moggenahaalli Doddi school had five students and one teacher. The department officials gave this as a reason and forcefully sent the children and teachers to Honganuru KPS school a few days ago. Both the schools were more than 60 years old. However, in opposition to the governments decision, five schools including Government Lower Primary School, Hosahalli, Higher Primary Schools in Kannidoddi, Ammalli Doddi, Sante Mogenahalli and Lower Primary school in Sunna Ghatta, have continued to work. As per records, there are 77, 82, 31, 100 and 80 children in these schools respectively. T Manjunath, a resident of Sante Mogenahalli, said, Our school children will remain with our school. Students here come from extremely poor backgrounds and they cannot afford to pay school fees or van fees. In the last academic year, 40 children from our village, Sante Mogenahalli joined Karnataka Public School in Honganuru. However, do not have any school bus facility. The minister has said that they would provide free bus facility to these children to travel to KPS schools. A person who owns a van in our village drop these kids to the schools and he charges Rs 800 per month for these students. He added, In order to attract new students from government school to their KPS school, the school management of KPS Honganuru school have started providing van services only to new students. The government has already released an order to close down five of our government schools and move these kids to KPS school but we will let the school function. He reminded how the Higher Primary School in Sante Mogengalli suffered damage due to heavy rains in 2022 and the school functioned in a temple for the rest of the academic year. Manjunath asked, After writing to various political leaders frequently, we got a grant of Rs 50 lakh through which a new building of the school was constructed and it is running smoothly now. We have classes from 1 to 7 and have sufficient water and toilet facilities. The midday meals are also provided and as villagers, we have always looked for ways to improve our school.
Man arrested for molesting woman
One dies, 2 hurt in road accident
Former CM Naveen Patnaik announces to forgo his hiked salary
Odisha Legislative Assembly recently passed bill by increasing salaries of MLAs and ministers by three folds
Four-day cricket tournament begins to empower Musahar community in Ara
Speaker forms 19 of 23 House committees
GVMC removes 336 encroachments as part of Operation Lungs 2.0 in Visakhapatnam
Naveen Patnaik Offers To Forgo Salary Hike Amid Public Outrage Over Odisha MLAs Pay Raise
In a letter to Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, Patnaik urged the BJP-led government to utilise the additional amount for the welfare of poor and marginalised people
When will it end: Gaya's agricultural land shrinks by 58% as urbanisation takes toll
Falgu: The sacred river flows again in Gaya
Bihar govt plans schools in Lalu Prasads confiscated fodder scam properties
PATNA: The multi-crore fodder scam has once again come into focus after Bihar Deputy Chief Minister and State Home Minister Samrat Chaudhary announced on Saturday that government schools would be opened in buildings previously confiscated from the accused. Chaudhary told the media that action would be initiated against those involved in the Rs 950-crore Animal Husbandry Department (AHD) scam, better known as the fodder scam, and that government schools would be set up in confiscated properties. Bihar former Chief Minister and Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad is among the prime accused in the AHD scam, which was probed by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). Government will open schools in Lalu Yadavs property amassed through unlawful means, Chaudhary said. He noted that the CBI and Enforcement Directorate (ED) had confiscated several of Lalu Yadavs properties, including a building near the Sanjay Gandhi Biological Park, also known as the Patna Zoo, in the state capital. The building is closed for several years, he remarked. The building has been locked for over 20 years. Government has planned to open a school for children. Before that entire building will be renovated. Lalu Yadav and people of Bihar will also like it if a school is opened in the building, he asserted. Chaudhary also called Lalu Yadav a registered offender. He has been held guilty by the court of law, and he is serving sentence in the AHD scam. This is a proven fact and nobody can deny it, he added. In response to a media query, Chaudhary said the government will confiscate properties of criminals and open schools for children. Strict action will be initiated against the criminals, whosever they may be. They will have to spend time in jail, he said. Chaudhary received support from Janata Dal (United) on the issue of opening schools in confiscated properties. Not only schools, even shelter homes will be opened there, JD(U) MLA Neeraj Kumar said, reacting to the deputy CMs statement. The AHD scam shook Bihar in 1996 when Lalu Prasad was the Chief Minister. The scam implicated politicians, including Lalu Prasad and Jagannath Mishra, along with bureaucrats, for creating fraudulent withdrawals from government treasuries through fake bills for livestock feed and medicines. Recently, the state building construction department issued a notice to former Bihar Chief Minister and Lalu Yadavs wife Rabri Devi to vacate her official residence at 10 Circular Road and move to another location allotted by the department. However, Lalu and Rabri have refused to vacate the government bungalow where they have been living for the past 20 years. RJD leader Abdul Bari Siddiqui earlier said that the RJDs first family would shift to a private house being built at Mahuabagh near Danapur in Patna if they are required to vacate the 10 Circular Road residence.
Decomposed body of missing man found
20-year-old killed over love affair in East Champaran
Two bodies found stuffed in sacks under Siwan bridge
SVU to move SC against HC order quashing DA case
Funds transfer: RJD alleges govt goof-up
Patna, Darbhanga airports test preparedness for low visibility
Bihar emerging as key sporting destination: CS
Lok Adalat resolves 9,834 cases
Clear all pending land mutation cases by Dec 31: Deputy CM
Bihar man lynched over religious identity in Nawada; four arrested, police probe underway
PATNA: A 40-year-old man was lynched to death by a mob after ascertaining his religious identity in Bihars Nawada district, raising questions over the law-and-order situation prevailing in the state under the leadership of new Home Minister Samrat Chaudhary. The victim, Mohammad Athar Hussain, died on Friday night while undergoing treatment for injuries sustained during the mob attack on December 5 under Roh police station limits in Nawada district. He was a native of Gagan Dih village under Laheri police station limits in Nalanda district. Before his death, Hussain alleged that he was targeted because of his religious identity. He was admitted to Biharsharif Sadar Hospital after the incident and succumbed to his injuries late Friday night. His relatives said Hussain used to sell clothes in rural areas of neighbouring Nawada district. Recounting his trauma, Hussain said that a group of four to five men forcibly stopped him, checked his pockets, dragged him into a room and made him reveal his religious identity. They beat me with iron rods, broke my fingers and trampled on my chest, he said. Hussain said that more attackers later joined them. They poured petrol on my body and attempted to set me afire. Before that, the attackers used pliers to crush my feet, fingers and ears, and struck me with bricks. My repeated pleas to spare me fell on deaf ears, he said in a video. Hussain used to sell clothes in Roh and surrounding areas of Nawada to support his family. He was the sole breadwinner of the family. He had been in the business for the last 20 years, but he never faced any trouble. What went wrong and why he was targeted is to be probed by police, his wife Shabnam Parveen told the media. Shabnam Parveen lodged a case against 10 named accused and 15 unidentified individuals. Police have so far arrested four suspects Sonu Kumar, Ranjan Kumar, Sachin Kumar and Shri Kumar. Raids are underway to arrest the remaining accused, said Ranjan Kumar, station house officer (SHO) of Roh police station. The SHO confirmed that the FIR was filed immediately after the attack and that an investigation is underway. We have taken serious note of the incident, and the accused will not be spared. They will be dealt with sternly, he assured the deceaseds family. The postmortem was conducted under the supervision of a magistrate. A forensic team also visited the spot and collected evidence. The incident is part of a disconcerting pattern in Nawada, which has witnessed multiple mob-lynching cases in 2025 alone, including the fatal beating of two youths in February and an attack on an elderly couple in August over witchcraft allegations.
Visakha Utsav To Boost Vizags Global Profile: Palla
Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu and Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan have shown special focus on strengthening the tourism sector and have decided to develop Visakhapatnam into an international tourism hub: TD state president and Gajuwaka MLA Palla Srinivasa Rao
Patnaik, as LoP, was entitled to receive a monthly salary and allowance of Rs 3.62 lakh after the House passed a bill enhancing the salary and allowance of chief minister, speaker, leader of opposition, ministers, and MLAs on December 9.
Three-Day World Health Innovation Forum concludes in Visakhapatnam
KIMS Icon Hospital in Visakhapatnam completes 3,000 cleft lip and palate surgeries
Bihar school timings changed due to cold wave? What students and parents should know
Patna schools have adjusted timings to 9:30 am to 4 pm due to a severe cold wave and dense fog. This aims to protect students from extreme morning temperatures and reduce illness. The revised schedule applies to all government schools, with other districts potentially following suit based on local weather. Parents should confirm details with their schools.
Puri brothers shine at 63rd National Roller Skating Cship
Excelsior Sports Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 12: Kartikeya Puri and Puneesh Puri delivered outstanding performances at the 63rd National Roller Skating Championship 2025, held in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh from December 5 to 15, bringing glory to Jammu & Kashmir. Senior athlete Kartikeya Puri clinched a Gold Medal in the 3000m Road Race, dominating the competition, while Saamrjot Singh (J&K) secured silver and Daikin Mittal (Punjab) took bronze. Kartikeya also earned a Bronze Medal in the highly competitive 500+D Rink Race, showcasing [] The post Puri brothers shine at 63rd National Roller Skating Cship appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Chausa power plant told ramp up green measures
In her first official engagement, District Magistrate Sahila toured the Chausa Thermal Power Plant, highlighting the importance of creating job opportunities for local youth and tackling environmental issues. She instructed the management to enhance dust suppression strategies, initiate tree planting initiatives, and revise disaster response plans.
Newly created higher education dept to stress on research, innovation
Bihar's new higher education department is set to boost research institutions and language academies with a dedicated budget. The focus is on improving university and technical education quality, fostering research, and ensuring job-oriented learning for youth.
Six get life imprisonment in Rohtas murder case
BSPCB to launch chemical fingerprinting of pollutants
Government shifts 36 IAS officers in major administrative reshuffle
In a bold move to enhance governance efficiency, the Bihar government has executed a sweeping administrative reshuffle, relocating 36 Indian Administrative Service officers to pivotal departments. This strategic realignment focuses on key sectors such as education, planning, and development, with officers stepping into new secretarial and director roles.
NIPER inks MoU with tibbi college
Stop escalating land grievances up hierarchy: Deputy CM to officials
In a bold move, Bihar's Deputy CM Vijay Kumar Sinha has put his foot down against the age-old practice of forwarding landholder grievances up the bureaucratic ladder. He emphasized the need for immediate resolution at the local level, aspiring for solutions within just two weeks.
Vigilance arrests data entry operator for taking Rs 14k bribe in Rohtas
16-yr-old student found dead in Patna City
Nitish inspects reservoir, nuclear power plant site
In a proactive stride for community health, Bihar's Chief Minister Nitish Kumar recently visited the Phulwaria reservoir, ensuring the supply of fluoride-free drinking water to 90 villages.
Discontent deepens in RJD as Lalus two aides fume over Shivanands remarks
In the aftermath of the election loss, the RJD finds itself embroiled in a feud as veteran leader Shivanand Tiwari openly questions Tejashwi Yadav's leadership, claiming he's gone MIA. This has prompted fierce backlash from party loyalists, who accuse Tiwari of seeking personal gain.
2 held in firing incident case
9 sand-laden tractors seized, one held in Beur area
Transform Vizag Economic Zone Into Global Hub: CM Naidu Tells Officials
The entire state will be developed through three major economic regions: Visakhapatnam, Amaravati, and Tirupati: Chief Minister N. Chandrababu
Cybercrime racket: Four held, four minors detained in city
In a significant crackdown, Patna Police apprehended four adults and took four minors into custody for their involvement in a sophisticated cyber fraud ring utilizing gaming apps. The group operated from a local rental, enticing victims through flashy social media ads and processing payments via QR codes.
Liquor cases: HC asks EOU to probe vehicle auction racket
In a significant move, the Patna High Court has mandated a comprehensive inquiry into a suspected statewide scheme revolving around the auctioning of vehicles confiscated for liquor offenses. The Economic Offences Unit is set to investigate possible collusion among various syndicates, law enforcement, and excise officials.
Relief for flyers as IndiGo restores most city flights
Patna Airport is witnessing a resurgence in IndiGo flights, with the majority of services resuming their regular schedule. Although there were some operational hiccups leading to cancellations, airport officials assure that normal operations are on the horizon. The airline is diligently working to resolve customer inquiries, processing claims efficiently, and providing travel vouchers to affected passengers.
JD(U) offers security to Rohini; RJD, Lalu family remain silent
In a decisive move advocating for women's safety, JD(U) has extended comprehensive security measures to Rohini Acharya, daughter of Lalu Prasad, following her urgent plea. While Rohini expressed fear regarding the safety of parental homes, the RJD and the Lalu family remained notably mute on the subject.
12-year-old schoolgirl raped, killed in Rohtas
In a heart-wrenching incident that has left the community in shock, a 12-year-old girl met with a tragic fate in a village in Rohtas. While returning home from a coaching class, she was reported missing, only for her family to discover her lifeless body later.
Tej Pratap's JJD to contest assembly elections in West Bengal, Uttar Pradesh
PATNA: The Janshakti Janata Dal (JJD), led by former Bihar minister and Lalu Prasads estranged son Tej Pratap Yadav, on Friday announced that it will contest forthcoming assembly elections in West Bengal and Uttar Pradesh. Speaking to the media after launching the partys membership drive in Patna, Tej Pratap said the party will field candidates in the upcoming assembly elections in both states, with the state committee set to take the final decision. The assembly polls in West Bengal are scheduled for 2026, while Uttar Pradesh will go to the polls in February-March 2027. We aim to expand our partys reach at the national level. Party will make members outside the state as well, he said in response to a media query. In the 2025 assembly elections, JJD fielded candidates in 25 constituencies. Tej Pratap Yadav contested from his old Mahua assembly seat but lost. Ahead of the Bihar assembly polls, the party had entered into alliances with some smaller parties. Tej Pratap also announced plans to launch the partys official website soon and said leaders have been assigned the task of expanding the organisation. He extended support to his sister Rohini Acharya, who had left her parental home and announced her decision to quit politics, severing ties with her parents and brother Tejashwi Prasad Yadav following RJDs debacle in the assembly polls. Tej Pratap pleaded for proper security cover for his sister Rohini, who had unsuccessfully contested the 2024 Lok Sabha elections from Saran. I am also not feeling safe these days. I should also be given proper security, he added.
Red Letter Day For Andhra As Cognizant, 8 Other IT Firms Put Down Roots
In a massive boost to Andhra Pradesh's IT ecosystem, global technology major Cognizant performed the groundbreaking ceremony for its permanent campus in Visakhapatnam (Vizag) today, putting in place a landmark.
Lokesh Unveils Series of IT Investments in Vizag
Lokesh said the Cognizants presence in Visakhapatnam was a significant milestone in the citys expanding technology ecosystem
AP CM conducts aerial survey on progress of Bhogapuram airport, land allotment to data centres
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu directs officials to ensure proper road connectivity to the airport from Visakhapatnam
Cognizants Vizag campus to house 8,000 employees
Naidu lays foundation stone for Cognizant and 7 other IT firms in Visakhapatnam
Offering land at 99 paise an acre a game-changer for Andhra Pradesh: Naidu
Lays foundation stone for Cognizant and 7 other IT firms in Visakhapatnam
AP CM Lays Foundation for Cognizant IT campus, 8 Companies involving Rs.3,700 Cr Investment
Cognizant is going to invest Rs 1,583 crore to establish the IT campus in Visakhapatnam, which is expected to provide employment to 8,000 people
'Operation Langda': 5th criminal shot in the leg in a month in Patna; cops defend UP-style tactic
Bihar Police are now shooting criminals in the leg during encounters to prevent escapes, a tactic unofficially dubbed 'Operation Langda'. This strategy has led to the arrest of several wanted criminals, including Rakesh Kumar, who was shot in the leg and apprehended in Patna after allegedly firing at police.
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Lalu Prasad's daughter, Rohini Acharya, appealed to the Bihar government for safe parental homes for all women, a month after distancing herself from her family. While acknowledging CM Nitish Kumar's welfare schemes, she deemed them insufficient to address the deep-rooted patriarchal mindset hindering women's safety and security.
In a 1st, Bihar to conduct panchayat polls through EVMs, not ballot papers
PATNA: For the first time, Bihar is set to conduct panchayat elections next year through electronic voting machines (EVMs), in a shift from traditional ballot papers. The elections will be held in April-May 2026 to fill around 2.46 lakh posts in the three-tier panchayati raj institutions, including mukhiya, sarpanch and district board chairpersons. An official of the state election commission said the state governments approval has been sought to procure more than 32,000 EVMs. In 2021, panchayat elections were held using ballot papers along with partial use of EVMs. The new system (use of EVMs) will make the voting process easier and more transparent. It will also make counting process faster, the officer said. Sources said the process of procurement of EVMs has started and only a written approval is required from the panchayati raj department. The state election commission officials did not rule out possibility of an increase in election cost after the purchase of EVMs. The commission has earmarked `200 crore to make elections faster and transparent. The commission is thinking over use of M3 (Mark 3) EVMs, the latest model capable of storing data for up to 24 ballot units and 384 candidates. For the six positions in panchayat elections, including mukhikya, sarpanch, panchayat samiti member and ward member, one control unit will be linked to six ballot units. The commission said the move to M3 machines will help manage complexity of multi-post rural elections while ensuring secure polling. The state election panel has begun revising delimitation of seats and overhauling reservation roaster. Seats are reserved for SC/STs as per their population while 20% seats are reserved for EBCs and 50% for women in all the six positions in the panchayat institutions. State Election Commissioner Deepak Prasad said, The preparations for the next years panchayat election have started. Electronic poll Election to be conducted in April-May next year to fill 2.46 lakh posts 1.09 lakh posts of ward members of gram panchayats More than 32,000 EVMs are required. SEC has set aside `200 cr for the polls
CIU takes out motorbike rally ahead of Maha Sabha in Visakhapatnam
Garment trader shot dead in Begusarai
A clothing merchant was tragically gunned down in Begusarai after allegedly disregarding a hefty extortion demand of 3 lakh. In a show of defiance, the victim's family is adamant about halting a postmortem until justice is served and the perpetrators are captured.
PMC accelerates work on 3 waste transfer stations
DM reviews Prakash Parv preparations
As Patna readies itself for the grand 359th Prakash Parv honoring Shri Guru Gobind Singh Ji Maharaj, local authorities are taking proactive steps to ensure a seamless experience. Key focus areas include enhancing security, efficient crowd control, and traffic management.
Government shuffles IAS officers, fills secretary posts in new departments
In a pivotal shake-up within its administrative framework, the Bihar government has introduced fresh faces to three newly established departments and reassigned four divisional commissioners.
SHOs warned of suspension over illegal sand transport
Bitumen scam: 2 convicted in 29-year-old case
In a landmark ruling, a Patna court has found two individuals guilty in a bitumen scandal that dates back 29 years, sending a former engineer to serve one year in prison while a transporter received a three-year sentence for the misappropriation of 287 metric tonnes of bitumen.
17-18 RJD MLAs in touch with us: JD(U)
According to JD(U), 17 to 18 legislators from RJD are reportedly unhappy with their party and are considering a switch. RJD, however, brushes this off as mere theatrics, accusing JD(U) and BJP of orchestrating a ploy to bolster their own numbers. This news comes on the heels of the NDA's resounding triumph in the Bihar assembly elections.
Roadside dust in Gaya turns toxic: CUSB study
Liquor smuggling bid foiled in Buxar, two held
Criminal shot in leg during police encounter
Little stars shine at annual function of Mary Ward
In a delightful celebration of growth and achievement, Mary Ward Kindergarten captivated attendees with a showcase of nursery and UKG students' lively performances and engaging plays that emphasized core values and creativity. Meanwhile, St.
Women officers set to lead Buxar admin, judiciary
Buxar stands on the brink of a transformative era in women's leadership as two distinguished female officers step into pivotal administrative and judicial positions. Sahila, a dynamic IAS officer from the class of 2018, has been appointed as the District Magistrate, and Kajal Jhamb assumes the prestigious role of Principal District Judge.
5-year-old girl abducted from ESIC hospital in Bihta rescued; 2 held
RJD MP flags delay in Buxar station redevelopment
In a passionate address at the Lok Sabha, Buxar MP Sudhakar Singh raised alarming issues surrounding the overlooked redevelopment of Buxar railway station, calling attention to the unsettling absence of essential amenities for travelers. He appealed to Union Minister Nitin Gadkari for the swift approval of a new bypass and a Ganges bridge to alleviate the ongoing traffic woes.
Body of man found in pit; police suspect murder
In a tragic turn of events, Mohammad Mehtab, a 30-year-old man, was discovered lifeless in a water-logged pit in Phulwarisharif, Patna. The circumstances surrounding his death are alarming, with authorities suspecting foul play indicated by signs of a brutal attack, including possible bludgeoning with nearby bricks and stones.
CM inspects progress of Kesariya tourism project in East Champaran
Stone to be laid for nine IT firms in Visakhapatnam on December 12
The APIIC has allotted these companies 69.97 acres of land; these companies will be investing 3,740.31 crore and are expected to create employment opportunity for 41,967 people; two of these companies allotted land for 99 paise per acre
PATNA: After disowning her family and quitting politics, RJD chief Lalu Prasads daughter Rohini Acharya on Thursday signalled further strain within the family, appealing to Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar to ensure that every daughter can return to her parental home without fear, guilt, shame or the need to justify herself. In an oblique reference to CM Nitish Kumar, she wrote on X that schemes like giving girls Rs 10,000 or distributing bicycles, though well-intentioned, fall short of addressing systemic barriers to womens empowerment. She said the government and society must take concrete steps to protect daughters equal rights amid social and familial apathy. Rohini said Bihars deeply rooted patriarchal mindset demands sweeping change in both social and political spheres, stressing that a daughters parental home must always remain a safe space. Ensuring this, she added, is not just an administrative responsibility but crucial to preventing future exploitation and harassment of women. On November 15, she had announced she was disowning the Lalu family and quitting politics, targeting her brother Tejashwi Prasad Yadavs aides Sanjay Yadav and Rameez. Im quitting politics and Im disowning my family. This is what Sanjay Yadav and Rameez had asked me to do, and Im taking all the blame, she had said. She later alleged humiliation and claimed a slipper was thrown at her. She added that the Lalu family is also facing pressure from Tej Pratap Yadav, the RJD chiefs eldest son, who was expelled from the party for six years after a controversial social media post featuring him with a woman. After losing his Mahua assembly seat, Tej Pratap floated his own political party, the Janshakti Janata Dal, and had publicly attacked Tejashwis aide and Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Yadav, calling him a Jaichand. Hinting at further turmoil in the RJDs first family, Union minister and senior BJP leader Giriraj Singh said, Dekhiye aage aage hota hai kya (See what happens next).
Phase I of Ramayapatnam Port Set for Commissioning in Mid-2026
With the first phase of Ramayapatnam port in sight, port-related infrastructure is rapidly emerging in the region, including warehouses and cargo-handling facilities.
Stands Named After Harmanpreet Kaur And Yuvraj Singh Inaugurated Ahead Of Second Mens T20I
Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket: Stands named after India womens captain Harmanpreet Kaur and former mens all-rounder Yuvraj Singh were inaugurated ahead of the second mens T20I against South Africa at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium on Thursday. Siddhant Sharma, the officiating Secretary of Punjab Cricket Association (PCA), had previously told IANS about honouring Harmanpreet and Yuvraj by naming stands after them, with the duo to be in attendance at the venue. The inauguration on Thursday was led by Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann and PCA President Amarjit Mehta, with BCCI President Mithun Manhas and Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria in attendance as well. Last month, Harmanpreet created history by leading India to its first senior ICC trophy in womens cricket by lifting the ODI World Cup title at the D.Y. Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai. Yuvraj, meanwhile, played a pivotal role in Indias twin World Cup triumphs -- the inaugural T20 World Cup in 2007 and the ODI World Cup in 2011. He had cemented his legacy as one of the games great match-winners in white-ball cricket. Yuvraj also joined the Indian team huddle ahead of the second T20I and offered words of wisdom to the Suryakumar Yadav-led side. Harmanpreet has become the third Indian womens cricketer to have a stand named after her. Previously, legendary players like Jhulan Goswami (Eden Gardens, Kolkata) and Mithali Raj (ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam) were bestowed with this honour. In the presence of Mann and other PCA office bearers, cash rewards of Rs 11 lakh for Harmanpreet, Amanjot Kaur, and Harleen Deol were also handed out, while the fielding coach of the World Cup-winning team, Munish Bali, was given a reward of Rs 5 lakh. Harmanpreet has become the third Indian womens cricketer to have a stand named after her. Previously, legendary players like Jhulan Goswami (Eden Gardens, Kolkata) and Mithali Raj (ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam) were bestowed with this honour. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Adding more sparks to the second T20I will be the presence of three Punjab players in vice-captain Shubman Gill, opener Abhishek Sharma, and fast bowler Arshdeep Singh in Indias playing eleven. Article Source: IANS
17-day Bihar Saras Mela to begin from today
The Bihar Saras Mela 2025 has officially kicked off at Patna's Gandhi Maidan, transforming the venue into a vibrant tapestry of rural craftsmanship and innovation. Featuring an impressive array of 500 stalls from 26 states, this 17-day extravaganza places a spotlight on talented women artisans while tantalizing taste buds with an assortment of culinary treats.
Vizag Pollution 10 Times WHO Limit, AP Highway Section Unsafe: YSRCP MPs
Golla Baburao said Visakhapatnam has featured in the list of top 10 most polluted cities in India for six consecutive years, with pollution levels 10 times higher than the WHO recommended limit
BLS International secures renewal of attestation, apostille services contract with MEA
MUMBAI, Dec 11: BLS International Services on Thursday said it has secured the renewal of its contract for attestation and apostille services with the External Affairs Ministry. The renewed contract covers its existing service operations across Delhi, Hyderabad, Guwahati, Kolkata, Chennai, Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Bhopal, Chandigarh, Panaji, Kochi, Lucknow, Thiruvananthapuram, Jaipur, Patna and Puducherry, BLS International said in a statement. Under this agreement, BLS International will provide MEA attestation and apostille services for educational, non-educational, and commercial documents across [] The post BLS International secures renewal of attestation, apostille services contract with MEA appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Vizag pollution 10 times WHO limit, Andhra Pradesh highway section unsafe: YSRCP MPs in Rajya Sabha
Two YSRCP members highlighted Visakhapatnam's severe air pollution, ranking among India's most polluted cities. They also pointed to the dangerous state of the Kadapa-Renigunta highway section. Urgent intervention is sought to address pollution and improve road safety for the public during ongoing construction projects.
Family members worry about safety of fishermen jailed in Bangladesh
The fishermen from Konda Rajupalem village of Vizianagaram district, went fishing on boats from Visakhapatnam on October 13 and were caught by the Bangladesh Coast Guard
Double-Decker Bus Service Launched to Simhachalam Temple
Visakhapatnams electric tourist buses extended to the hill shrine for devotees and visitors
Poland confers high civilian honor on Bengaluru's Honorary Consul Raghu C.R.
Poland has conferred the prestigious Bene Merito distinction on Bengaluru's Honorary Consul Raghu Channarayapatna Rajappa for his outstanding contributions to strengthening PolandIndia ties, especially across Karnataka's tech, cultural, and academic sectors.
Tej Pratap Yadav was on a visit to the book fair held at Patna's Gandhi Maidan. He inspected the stalls and leafed through books on religion and spirituality.
