Mini World opens in Visakhapatnam with 12 global landmark replicas
The newly-launched Mini World at Vishwanadh Sports Club gives a peek into twelve human-scale replicas of global landmarks
NIT Patna Summer Intern Recruitment 2025 - Apply Offline for 01 Posts
TheNational Institute of Technology Patna (NIT Patna) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 01 Summer Intern posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Offline through the official NIT Patna website. The last date to submit the application form is 27-05-2025.
Congress stages protest as Rahul Gandhi stopped from entering Ambedkar Hostel in Bihar
PATNA: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi was stopped by police while trying to enter the Ambedkar Hostel in Bihars Darbhanga district, where he was to interact with students of SC/ST, OBC and EBC under the partys Siksha Nyay Samvad. Sources said Rahul Gandhis vehicle was stopped outside the hostel by police personnel deployed at the site. While workers of the Congress staged a protest at the entrance gate, the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha remained seated in his car for a considerable amount of time. A verbal altercation broke out between district administration officials and Congress workers over the opening of the entrance gate to the Ambedkar Hostel. Officials informed that the venue had been shifted to the Town Hall citing security concerns. However, Congress leaders insisted on holding the programme at the originally planned venue. As police personnel did not open the entrance gate, Rahul got down from his car and walked to the hostel where a large number of students were waiting for him. Later interacting with students, Rahul said, Mujhe kayar samjha tha kya? Fire hun mein (Did they consider me a coward? I am like fire). Initially he reached the District Town Hall, the venue shifted by the district administration. But later he decided to reach the Ambedkar Hostel where the programme was fixed earlier. This led to a chaotic situation in the divisional headquarters down. Rahul alleged that the double engine government in Bihar and at the Centre has failed to deliver justice to SC/ST students. He demanded reservation for the students in private educational institutions and removal of 50 per reservation cap. Expressing his anguish over polices action, Gandhi said, India is a democratic country. It is run by the Constitution and not dictatorship. No one can stop us from raising our voice for social justice and education. The Congress leader said that his party would continue its fight to secure reservations in private educational institutions across the country. Bihar police tried to stop me. But they couldnt do so because youths of the country are behind me, he told the gathering. He reiterated the partys three key demands: conducting a caste census, implementing reservations in private educational institutions, and enforcing the SC/ST sub-plan. After Darbhanga, Rahul left for Patnas party headquarters in Sadaquat Ashram where he watched the movie, Phule . Reacting to Darbhanga district authoritys action to stop Rahul Gandhi to enter Ambedkar Hostel, Congress spokesperson Ajay Dubey said in Patna that the district officials were acting at the behest of BJP-JD(U) led government. This is not fair as venue was decided much earlier, he told the media. He alleged that hundreds of students belonging to the SC/ST, OBC and EBC categories were denied entry into Darbhanga by the district officials. Our leader wants to interact with SC/ST students. What is wrong in it? In a democratic set up, everybody has the liberty to interact with people, he added.
Congress stages protest as Rahul Gandhi stopped from entering Ambedkar Hotel in Bihar
PATNA: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi was stopped by police while trying to enter the Ambedkar Hostel in Bihars Darbhanga district, where he was to interact with students of SC/ST, OBC and EBC under the partys Siksha Nyay Samvad. Sources said Rahul Gandhis vehicle was stopped outside the hostel by police personnel deployed at the site. While workers of the Congress staged a protest at the entrance gate, the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha remained seated in his car for a considerable amount of time. A verbal altercation broke out between district administration officials and Congress workers over the opening of the entrance gate to the Ambedkar Hostel. Officials informed that the venue had been shifted to the Town Hall citing security concerns. However, Congress leaders insisted on holding the programme at the originally planned venue. As police personnel did not open the entrance gate, Rahul got down from his car and walked to the hostel where a large number of students were waiting for him. Later interacting with students, Rahul said, Mujhe kayar samjha tha kya? Fire hun mein (Did they consider me a coward? I am like fire). Initially he reached the District Town Hall, the venue shifted by the district administration. But later he decided to reach the Ambedkar Hostel where the programme was fixed earlier. This led to a chaotic situation in the divisional headquarters down. Rahul alleged that the double engine government in Bihar and at the Centre has failed to deliver justice to SC/ST students. He demanded reservation for the students in private educational institutions and removal of 50 per reservation cap. Expressing his anguish over polices action, Gandhi said, India is a democratic country. It is run by the Constitution and not dictatorship. No one can stop us from raising our voice for social justice and education. The Congress leader said that his party would continue its fight to secure reservations in private educational institutions across the country. Bihar police tried to stop me. But they couldnt do so because youths of the country are behind me, he told the gathering. He reiterated the partys three key demands: conducting a caste census, implementing reservations in private educational institutions, and enforcing the SC/ST sub-plan. After Darbhanga, Rahul left for Patnas party headquarters in Sadaquat Ashram where he watched the movie, Phule . Reacting to Darbhanga district authoritys action to stop Rahul Gandhi to enter Ambedkar Hostel, Congress spokesperson Ajay Dubey said in Patna that the district officials were acting at the behest of BJP-JD(U) led government. This is not fair as venue was decided much earlier, he told the media. He alleged that hundreds of students belonging to the SC/ST, OBC and EBC categories were denied entry into Darbhanga by the district officials. Our leader wants to interact with SC/ST students. What is wrong in it? In a democratic set up, everybody has the liberty to interact with people, he added.
The Patna High Court has ruled that GST is applicable on RCM basis on the transfer of development rights from a landowner to a builder before the completion certificate (CC) is issued under a joint development agreement. This decision means builders must pay GST on the apartment units given to the landowner, potentially increasing costs for landowners. Read below to know more.
ITC Hotels to construct a hotel in Vishakhapatnam for Rs 328 cr
ITC Hotels announced plans to build a new hotel in Vishakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, for Rs 328 crore. Currently, the company has no hotels in the city but manages two under contracts. The new hotel will feature 200 keys and is expected to be completed by 2029, aligning with ITC's investment and expansion strategy.
VIMS Visakhapatnam Assistant Professor Recruitment 2025 Walk in for 28 Posts
Visakha Institute of Medical Sciences Visakhapatnam (VIMS Visakhapatnam) Recruitment 2025 for 28 posts of Assistant Professor. Candidates with DNB, MS/MD, M.Ch, DM Can attend the walkin.The Walk-in on 29-05-2025. For detailed information please visit VIMS Visakhapatnam official website, apmsrb.ap.gov.in.
Congress claims Rahul Gandhi stopped by police from entering Ambedkar hostel in Bihar's Darbhanga
In Darbhanga, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi faced police obstruction while attempting to enter Ambedkar hostel for the Shiksha Nyay Samvad with students. Local authorities denied entry, leading to protests from Bihar Congress leaders. The administration reportedly shifted the venue, but Congress insisted on the original location.
'Not a battle casualty': Army jawan Ram Babu Singh died in road mishap, says Bihar govt
The Bihar government corrected its initial announcement, confirming that Ram Babu Singh, who died in Jammu and Kashmir, was an Indian Army soldier, not a BSF jawan, and his death resulted from a road accident. This clarification followed an earlier announcement of compensation and 'martyr' status.
Girls outshine boys in POLYCET-2025
VIJAYAWADA: Girls outperformed boys in the Polytechnic Common Entrance Test (POLYCET)-2025, with a pass percentage of 96.9% compared to 94.38% for boys. The results, announced by HRD Minister N Lokesh on Wednesday through the social media platform X, revealed an overall pass percentage of 95.36%. Out of 1,39,840 candidates who appeared for the exam held on April 30, a total of 1,33,358 students cleared the test. Lokesh lauded the candidates and stellar performance of girls, expressing hope to see more women entrepreneurs and technocrats emerging from AP. ASR district emerged as the top performer with a pass percentage of 98.66%, reflecting a growing interest in technical education even in remote areas. Meanwhile, SC and ST candidates achieved 100% pass rate, drawing praise from officials for educational empowerment initiatives targeting marginalised communities. Nineteen students scored a perfect 120 out of 120 in the examination. Top rankers include Baddi Sasi Venkat (East Godavari), Balineni Kalyan Ram (Visakhapatnam), Merla J S N V Chandra Harsha (East Godavari), Boddeti Sreekar (West Godavari), and Velpuri Pravallika (West Godavari). East and West Godavari districts dominated the merit list with the highest number of top scorers. District-wise attendance also showcased strong participation, with Anakapalli (94.05%), Vizag (93.76%), and Kakinada (92.56%) leading the charts. However, Manyam recorded the lowest attendance at 68.99%, followed by Chittoor at 81.66%. The State Board of Technical Education & Training (SBTET) congratulated all candidates and urged those who did not clear the exam to stay motivated. The POLYCET-2025 results are accessible at polycetap.nic.in and through WhatsApp by sending Hi to 9552300009 via the Mana Mitra service. APRS CAT, APRJC & APRDC CET-2025 results released The results of APRS CAT, APRJC, and APRDC CET-2025 were released. Out of 73,993 applicants, 62,047 students appeared for the entrance tests held for admissions across AP Residential Institutions.
Pant and Patnaik appointed as MDs of LIC
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IIT Patna Research Associate I Recruitment 2025 - Apply Offline
TheIndian Institute of Technology Patna (IIT Patna) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 01 Research Associate I posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Offline through the official IIT Patna website. The last date to submit the application form is 31-05-2025.
PM Modi to visit Bihar on May 30, inaugurate mega infra projects
PATNA: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit Bihars Rohtas district on May 30, lay the foundation stone for various development projects, and inaugurate the new terminal of the Patna airport. This will be his first visit after the Operation Sindoor , which was launched against terrorists responsible for massacre of 26 people, mostly tourists, at Pahalgam in Jammu and Kashmir on April 22. PM Modis visit also assumes significance given the upcoming assembly elections, which are due later this year. Bihar BJP state president Dilip Jaiswal said preparations for the PMs visit to Sasaram in Rohtas district on May 30 are underway. Workers from the Shahabad region comprising Rohtas, Kaimur, Bhojpur and Buxar, are expected to attend the rally. Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary said that the PM will lay the foundation stone for Patna-Sasaram four-lane road to provide better connectivity to the people of Shahabad region. He will also inaugurate the new terminal of Patna airport, which is complete. The PM is also expected to announce some mega development projects for the state. In the 2024 Lok Sabha election, the NDA could not fare well and lost important seats like Ara, Buxar and Karakat. The Opposition INDIA bloc wrested all the three seats from the ruling NDA in the previous Lok Sabha election. Last month, PM Modi visited Madhubani district from where he issued a stern warning to cross-border terror in the wake of the Pahalgam attack. Rahul Gandhi to launch Nyay Samvad on May 15 Congress MP and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi is expected to visit Darbhanga on May 15 to launch Siksha Nyay Yatra or Nyay Samvad. This will be his fourth visit to the state in the past five months.
Patna Diary: RJD chief eldest son to serve at border?
RJD chief eldest son to serve at border? Tej Pratap Yadav, the eldest of RJD supremo Lalu Prasad Yadav, is known for making ripples in almost every field barring one politics. Known as a devout bhakt of Lord Krishna and Lord Shiva, Tej Pratap raised several eyebrows along Patna roads after he was spotted furiously cycling down the streets, while sporting the attire of a professional cyclist. However, this time around, Tej Pratap appeared in the attire of a commercial pilot, posting a photograph of the same on social media next to his pilots license, as he offered to serve the country at the border amid escalations between India and Pakistan. Congress launches QR code for ticket seekers The grand old party is not lagging behind when it comes to integrating tech in its affairs. The party has asked ticket seekers for upcoming Bihar elections to submit their application forms online. A QR code has been circulated; a quick scan would take aspirants to a link where they can submit their applications. State chief Rajesh Ram said all those seeking a party ticket in the Bihar polls must apply through this system, put in place to streamline the procedure. However, they must fulfil certain criteria before they are shortlisted for the entry round. The BJP, too, has tagged a QR code on its posters that are emerging along roads of the state capital. RJDs special session demand sparks row Tejashwi Yadavs demand to convene a special session of Parliament following the ceasefire between India and Pakistan has sparked a political row. Assailing Tejashwi, ruling BJP and JD(U) said that Parliament would convene soon and there was no need for a special session. BJP-JD(U) insisted that Tejashwi should express his gratitude to the Indian Armed Forces, instead of asking for special session to question the government. The RJD leader had earlier said the Centre should reveal date-wise data since the Pahalgam attack to the ceasefire and take the country into confidence. Ramashankar Our correspondent in Bihar ramashankar@newindianexpress.com
When police had to 'break up' a runaway love story
'Man missing and kidnapping complaints are not uncommon in Kerala, and law enforcement agencies are well equipped to deal with either. However, sometimes, these are often filed against runaway lovers by their family members who disapprove of the relationship. A similar complaint was recently received by the Railway Protection Force (RPF) stationed at Ernakulam Town. But this one stood out for its very uncanny ending that left the officers and the victim perplexed. The incident occurred in early April. Raghavendra (name changed), a 26-year-old who hails from Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, was seen wandering nervously at Ernakulam Town railway station. He had with him a large travel bag and was often seen glancing at his phone, as if waiting for someone. RPF officers on duty approached him to check if he needed any assistance. To them, the man muttered, I lost my girlfriend. Initially, the officers suspected a missing person case. When they enquired for more details, Raghavendra showed them photographs of the woman. He admitted, they had only been chatting online and he had never met her in person. Indeed, their relationship had blossomed entirely through social media. He had come all the way down to Kerala for their first meeting, carrying with him hopes of marriage. Curious and confused by the strange circumstances, officers took him to the nearby RPF office for a proper inquiry. Assistant sub-inspector Suresh P Abraham took charge of the case. Soon, Raghavendra narrated the whole story. Five months earlier, he had come across a profile on Instagram belonging to a woman named Ashwathy, supposedly hailing from Kannur. Enchanted by her appearance and intrigued by her Malayali charm, he sent her a friend request, which she readily accepted. Their conversations began casually just a friendly hi, but with time, their exchanges drew deeper and more personal, eventually turning into what Raghavendra described as love. The emotional intimacy between them culminated in a virtual proposal. Interestingly, from Ashwathy. She wrote, Shall we get married?. It was this question that prompted Raghavendra to hurtle down to Kerala. The investigation soon thickened the RPF reviewed his phone and chat history, and cyber experts with the RPF and the Kochi city police helped trace the Instagram account. But what they learned subsequently was outright shocking. Ashwathy was not a real woman, but an AI-powered chatbot. When this was relayed back to Raghavendra, he refused to even acknowledge it, never mind accept it. But after he was shown clear evidence, the matter sank in, and the young man broke down in tears. Sitting before ASI Suresh, Raghavendra cried, I believed her I believed everything she said. This was unlike any cyber fraud case we handled. The man, it seems, truly believed in the love he found online and had even bought a wedding dress for the girl, Suresh says. Reiterating the need to be cautious when engaging the cyber space, Kochi city police commissioner Putta Vimaladitya states, There is an uptick in the number of cyber offences. People fall in love with accounts they stumble online without even knowing whos on the other side. They even share personal information and build emotional connections. There are many who exploit this. Further, the officer stressed the importance of responsible behaviour and called for a clear code of conduct when in digital spaces.
Sky-high valour: Bihars sons at helm of Operation Sindoor
Air Marshal Awadesh Kumar Bharti, hailing from Purnia, Bihar, played a crucial role in Operation Sindoor as the DG Air Operations, avenging the Pahalgam killings. Inspired by the establishment of a military airbase in his town after the 1962 war, he excelled in Sainik School and NDA, earning prestigious awards for his service.
Verdict in Patnagarh parcel bomb case on May 28
Khushi gives joyous Bihar 2nd gold in athletics
PM Modi To Attend International Yoga Day Fest At Vizag On June 21
Chief secretary K. Vijayanand on Wednesday announced that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be the chief guest at the 11th International Yoga Day celebrations, which have been scheduled in Visakhapatnam on June 21.
State BJP takes out Tiranga Yatra
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No evidence of sexual assault: Autopsy report of woman found dead at airport
Cant repay debt neither to martyr nor his family: Governor pays tribute to Mohd Imtiaz
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Odisha court reserves verdict in Patnagarh wedding gift blast case
Bhubaneswar: A court in Odishas Bolangir district Wednesday completed hearing in the 2018 Patnagarh wedding gift blast case . The Patnagarh Additional District Judge (ADJ) court reserved the judgment, which is expected to be pronounced May 28, a government advocate said. Two persons, including the groom, were killed in the blast, which occurred when the []
Rift over bowl leads to killing of Nalanda man by elder brother
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First hip replacement surgery performed at Sadar Hospital Ara
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Bihar soldier Rambabu Singh laid to rest with honours, village pays tribute to fallen hero
PATNA: Residents of Basilpur village in Bihars Siwan district on Wednesday bid adieu to a soldier, Rambabu Singh who died early on Tuesday morning after receiving fatal injuries during an operation in Jammu and Kashmir late on May 12. They felt pride over the supreme sacrifice made by son of the soil for the sake of the nations sovereignty. We are proud of our son of the soil for his supreme sacrifice for the sake of the nations sovereignty. His sacrifice will never go in vain. He laid down his life for the sake of Bharat Mata. The entire village is proud of him, Ganesh Prasad Singh, a resident of Basilpur village, told this reporter over the phone soon after the body of Rambabu arrived on Wednesday afternoon. The shocking news, however, came barely five months after Rambabus marriage. Rambabu (28) married Kumari Anajali Singh, a resident of Dhanbad in neighbouring Jharkhand, on December 14, 2024. Anjali is now carrying a pregnancy of about four months. She rushed to her in-laws house in Siwan after hearing the shocking news. Anjali said that she had her last conversation with her husband over phone at around 10 am on May 12. He promised to call me again in the evening as he was getting late for his duty. Thereafter, I got engaged in routine work. In the evening, I was eagerly waiting for his call. I rushed to the mobile phone when it rang up, she said. But it was not her husbands call. A man on the other side wanted to get details about her husband. As I am educated, I suspected the man on the other side to be a cyber fraud trying to collect details about my husband. I disconnected the phone call before the man on the other side could know more about him, she recalled with tears rolling down her cheeks. It was, in fact, a call from the Indian Army headquarters that later informed Rambabus elder brother, Akhilesh Singh, a loco pilot in Dhanbad. Rambabus father-in-law, Subhash Chandra Singh, said he had visited his native village in Siwan in April. He was recently transferred to Jodhpur from Jammu and Kashmir, where he was posted as an operator in the S-400 air defence system. But he could not join his new place of posting due to heightened tension between India and Pakistan after the Pahalgam terror incident. I hope the government will take care of my daughters well-being and provide her a government job, apart from the compensation, he said, adding that he was proud of his son-in-laws sacrifice. Rambabus uncle Nishikant, said, Rambabu was eager to join the Indian Army from his childhood, and he worked hard to fulfil his dream. He had joined the Indian Army in 2018. His father Ram Vichar Prasad, a former panchayat up-pramukh, died about two years back. The mortal remains of the soldier were consigned to flames at the village ghat with full state honours. Slogans like Bharat Mata Ki Jai and Shaheed Rambabu Amar Rahe rent the air. A large number of people, including senior officials of the Siwan district administration, took part in the funeral procession. Earlier, the leader of the opposition in Bihar assembly Tejashwi Prasad Yadav visited Patna airport and paid floral tributes to the departed soldier. A BSF sub-inspector, Mohammad Imtiyaz, a native of Saran district, laid down his life during an operation in Jammu and Kashmir.
After board results, rush for admissions to +12 schools begins in city
Woman, her 3 children die after consuming poison in Aurangabad
Protest against Channarayapatna tahsildar
Bihar woman poisons four kids over domestic dispute; three die
Patna: Three children died while one survived after their mother fed them a poison-laced drink and attempted suicide at Rafiganj Railway Station in Bihars Aurangabad district Wednesday. The deceased were identified as Suryamani Kumari (5), Radha Kumari (3) and Sivani Kumari (1). All of them were rushed to the hospital, where one was declared dead []
Anisabad residents irked over frequent power cuts
Vodafone Idea to roll out 5G services in Delhi-NCR on May 15
Vodafone Idea (Vi) is set to launch its 5G services in Delhi-NCR on May 15, expanding its 5G footprint after previous launches in Mumbai, Chandigarh, and Patna. The telco plans to roll out 5G services across 17 priority regions by August, supported by a Rs 55,000 crore capex over three years.
Delhi Police arrested Prashant Agarwal and Sudhanshu Kumar Rakesh. They misused over Rs 3 crore meant for startups. The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology released the funds. Agarwal's organization was to support startups. Instead, fake documents were submitted. Rakesh, a chartered accountant, provided these documents. Police arrested Agarwal in Bengaluru and Rakesh in Patna. The investigation is ongoing.
BJP releases video song targeting Lalu Prasad, Tejashwi for corruption; RJD hits back
BJP releases video song targeting Lalu Prasad, Tejashwi for corruption; RJD hits back Patna: As the political battle heats up ahead of the Bihar Assembly elections 2025, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has launched a sharp offensive against RJD chief Lalu Prasad and his son and Leader of Opposition in the state Assembly, Tejashwi Yadav, [] The post BJP releases video song targeting Lalu Prasad, Tejashwi for corruption; RJD hits back appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Brain-dead tribal youths organs save four patients in Odisha
BERHAMPUR: In a rare act of courage and kindness, a tribal family of Rayagada district donated the organs of their brain-dead son, saving the lives of four critically ill patients in the process. Dilli Mandangi, a 24-year-old from Regeda village under Gunupur police limits, was declared brain-dead following a road accident. However, Dillis father, Satya Mandangi, decided to donate his sons organs, including the kidney, heart, liver and pancreas. The organs were then successfully transplanted into four different individuals, providing them with a new lease on life. On May 8, Dilli along with his friend was on their way to Kasinagar in Gajapati district when they met with an accident. While the friend died on the spot, Dilli was critically injured. He was immediately admitted to Kasinagar hospital and later shifted to GEMS Medical College and Hospital at Srikakulam. Sources said, Dilli was kept on ventilator but showed no improvement. On Monday, the doctors declared him brain dead. However, parents of Dilli decided to donate organs of their son. As per their request, doctors at GEMS MCH removed the organs successfully and transported them to KIMS Hospital at Visakhapatnam for transplant in four critical patients, said transplant coordinator of GEMS MCH. After successful removal of the organs, the medical college authorities thanked the Mandangi family for its generosity and handed over the mortal remains of Dilli which were brought to Regeda in an ambulance. On the day, the mortal remains of Dilli were consigned to flames in presence of Gunupur MLA Satyajeet Gomango.
Man hacks to death three of his wifes brothers after drunken brawl in Odisha
MALKANGIRI: In a shocking incident, a 55-year-old man allegedly hacked three of his wifes brothers to death after a drunken fight went horribly wrong in Silieru village in neighbouring Andhra Pradesh late on Monday. The victims were identified as Raju Khemudu (45), Kunja Khemudu (43) and Krishna Khemudu (42). Two of them belonged to Kupaguda village in Chitrakonda police limits of Malkangiri while another lived in Nabarangpur. Sources said the siblings were attacked in their sleep by the accused, Ghenu Hantal. Two of them died at the spot, while the third perished during treatment in a hospital at Vishakhapatnam. The accused is currently absconding. Police source said, the brothers had been to their sisters place in Silieru to attend cremation rituals of a relative. After the cremation was over, the three and Ghenu consumed alcohol. However, they soon picked up a contentious debate which led to heated exchanges between the siblings and their brother-in-law all of whom were apparently drunk. Later in the evening, the Khemudu brothers went to sleep but Ghenu was nursing a grudge and attacked them with a sharp weapon while they were deep in slumber. The brutal assault resulted in the death of Kunja and Krishna at the spot. Locals and relatives rushed all of the three to a hospital in Visakhapatnam. Kunja and Krishna were declared brought dead, while Raju succumbed to his injuries during treatment. Sources in Chitrakonda police said, Kunja was a resident of Indravati village in Nabarangpur district where he lived with his wife and two sons. Raju belonged to Kupaguda and is survived by his wife, two sons and as many daughters. Krishna too lived in the same village with his family. The grief stricken family members have demanded stern action against the guilty for the heinous crime. Chitrakonda IIC Jaynarayan Khandei said since the incident occurred in Andhra Pradesh, exact details were not available. However, Khandei said he has been informed that the accused is on the run after committing the crime.
Visakhapatnam Travel Guide: Beaches, Biryani, And Bay Views In One Coastal Charmer
From street-side snacking to sunrise hikes, this Vizag Travel Guide will tell you how to squeeze the best out of the coastal city's laid-back seaside vibe in your itinerary.
The Bihar Civil Court Clerk Admit Card 2025 will be available for download from May 14, 2025. Candidates who have applied for the Clerk Examination can download their admit card from the official website: patna.dcourts.gov.in.
AP liquor scam: SIT arrests key accused Govindappa
VIJAYAWADA: In a significant breakthrough in the Andhra Pradesh liquor scam, the Special Investigation Team (SIT) arrested Govindappa Balaji, Director of Bharathi Cement Corporation Pvt Ltd, on Tuesday. Acting on a tip-off, the SIT detained Balaji near Mysore, Karnataka, and brought him to Vijayawada under a transit warrant, confirmed Vijayawada Commissioner of Police SV Rajasekhar Babu, who is leading the SIT probe. Balaji, listed as A33 in the case, is alleged to be a close aide of former CM YS Jagan Mohan Reddy and is accused of distributing kickbacks among liquor syndicate members through shell companies. The SIT remand report alleges that Balaji, along with Jagan Mohan Reddy, Mithun Reddy, Raj Kesireddy, Vijay Sai Reddy, Dhanunjay Reddy, and Krishna Mohan Reddy, facilitated a network that received kickbacks from distilleries and liquor firms. Despite being summoned for questioning four days ago, Balaji, Dhanunjay Reddy (A31), and Krishna Mohan Reddy (A32) evaded SIT officials and filed for anticipatory bail in the AP High Court, which was dismissed. A subsequent appeal to the Supreme Court seeking protection from arrest was also rejected. With Balajis arrest, the number of accused in custody has risen to five, including Raj Kesireddy (A1), B Chanakya (A8), Sajjala Sridhar Reddy (A6), and P Deelip, PA to Raj Kesireddy. Further interrogations are expected as the investigation progresses. Meanwhile, the SIT has intensified its probe, conducting raids at five locations in Hyderabad, including Shaikpet, Mehdipatnam, Rajendranagar, Gudimalkapur, and Yakutpura. The raids target residences of directors linked to Nautical Green Energy, Ebot Energy Systems, and Scooby Labs Robotics. Key individuals under scrutiny include Rohit Reddy, Savireddy, Srilatha, Nithin Krishna, and Rupak Jadh, all allegedly connected to shell companies implicated in the scam. The SIT is examining financial records and digital evidence to trace the flow of funds linked to the liquor syndicate.
91 firms came forward to invest Rs 91,839 cr in AP: Lokesh
VIJAYAWADA: Minister for HRD, IT and Electronics Nara Lokesh on Tuesday instructed officials to appoint a dedicated nodal officer for every company planning to set up IT and electronics units in the State. Holding a high-level review meeting with senior officials at his residence in Undavalli, Lokesh said it would ensure quicker approvals. Highlighting the States ambition to turn Visakhapatnam into a leading technology and innovation hub, Lokesh asked the officials to prepare a roadmap to attract major IT and electronics companies. He mentioned that 91 companies have already submitted proposals to invest a combined Rs 91,839 crore, which are projected to create over 1.41 lakh jobs. Our goal is to generate 5 lakh jobs in the IT and electronics sectors over the next five years. This is vital not only for economic growth but also for positioning Andhra Pradesh as a national leader in technology-driven employment, he said. He directed the officials to expedite clearances for proposed projects and personally engage with company representatives to resolve issues and fast-track operations.
Now fly IndiGo direct to Abu Dhabi from Bhubaneshwar and Visakhapatnam - Travel Daily Media
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PSR files bail petition in HC, alleges he was targeted
VIJAYAWADA: Senior IPS officer PSR Anjaneyulu filed a bail petition in the Andhra Pradesh High Court on Tuesday in a case registered against him by Ibrahimpatnam police following a complaint by actress Kadambari Jethwani. He alleged that the case was politically motivated, with officials in the current government targeting him through false accusations and harassment. In his petition, Anjaneyulu claimed that he has cooperated fully with the investigation authorities since his suspension, but was arrested with malicious intent. He argued that the investigating officer deliberately prolonged the probe, which had already completed examination of witnesses. The IPS officer emphasised that granting bail would not impact the investigation, and affirmed his willingness to adhere to any court-imposed conditions. He further noted that other officials involved in the same case have obtained stay orders from the High Court. He maintained his innocence, stating that Jethwanis complaint lacked specific allegations against him, only vaguely referencing his involvement.
'One Or Two Lapses Not Same As Living In Adultery': Patna HC Upholds Maintenance To Wife, Daughter
13,000 CCTV Cameras Watch Streets in Visakhapatnam
City sees a surge in CCTV installations, aiding crime-solving efforts, while addressing maintenance challenges.
Fund released for salary of teachers, librarians: Dy CM
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Pink buses set to roll out in city from June
Classes affected in PU institutions as non-teaching staff go on indefinite strike
Govt aims to raise standards of nursing education: Min
26 graft cases lodged against govt officials: VIB
Kashmir issue: Tejashwi opposes third-party role
Two youths arrested for killing Buxar youth
French and German studies included in govt engineering colleges
CBSE results: Bihar below natl average, ranks 35th in Class XII
Schools timings changed in Buxar
Rahul to interact with students tomorrow
Senior party netas to participate in BJPs Tiranga Yatra today
Grief grips Siwan village after jawans martyrdom
CM reviews implementation of SC/ST schemes in Bhagalpur
CM announces job, memorials and road in honour of martyr
89 RPCAU teachers attend induction programme
Man kills father with sword over land row
ESIC Patna Professor Recruitment 2025 Walk in for 14 Posts
ESIC Patna Professor Recruitment 2025 Notification Out! ESIC Patna Recruitment 2025 for 14 posts of Professor. Candidates with Other Can attend the walkin.The Walk-in interview on 28-05-2025. For detailed information please visit ESIC Patna official website, esic.gov.in.
Bombs hurled during student clash at BN college in Patna, 1 injured
A violent clash erupted at BN College in Patna, with two student groups engaging in bomb throwing and stone pelting, resulting in one student seriously injured during exams. Police investigation is underway, prompted by prior disputes and administrative oversights, as students protested the college's lack of action against disruptive elements following the incident.
Marginal hike in fuel prices in Kolkata
Kolkata experienced a slight increase in petrol and diesel prices due to an adjustment in the basic fuel price by oil marketing companies, raising petrol to Rs 105.41 and diesel to Rs 92.02 per litre. While Kolkata saw a hike, Patna witnessed a decrease in diesel prices, and other eastern states remained stable amidst concerns about consumer inflation.
Headless & sans members, ORERA in limbo; Odisha makes H&UD principal secretary regulatory authority
BHUBANESWAR: With all key posts in the Odisha Real Estate Regulatory Authority (ORERA) including that of chairman lying vacant, the state government on Monday appointed the principal secretary, Housing and Urban Development department as its regulatory authority. As per the notification of the H&UD department, the principal secretary will remain the regulatory authority of ORERA as per the provisions of the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act 2016 until further orders. The ORERA functions with three senior officials - a chairman and two members -- member (judicial) and member (administration). After ORERA chairman Siddhanta Das resigned on February 28, the H&UD department had appointed member (judicial) Gopal Chandra Patnaik as the acting chairperson. Patnaik retired on May 9, a week after the retirement of member (administration) Pradeep Biswal, leaving the authority headless. Sources said though a three-member panel has shortlisted names and submitted it to the state government for appointment to the three positions, some home buyers, owing to the delay in appointment, moved the Orissa High Court and the Supreme Court and the matter is now sub-judice in the HC. The principal secretary of the H&UD department has been appointed as the regulatory authority for the body as a temporary measure, they added. Real estate expert Bimalendu Pradhan, however, raised apprehension over the delay in the appointment of permanent authority in ORERA, stating that the unprecedented situation will continue to hamper the interest of the home buyers and other stakeholders. Though administrative work may continue as usual following the appointment of the H&UD secretary as the ORERA authority, works such as hearing of complaints, extension of project registrations and registration of agents will continue to remain affected. The forensic audit of projects to safeguard the home buyers, initiated by ORERA a few months back, may also be hampered, Pradhan added. As names for appointment to the posts have already been shortlisted, he said, the permanent authority must be placed at the earliest to set things in order.
Youth in Jajpur loses Rs 91 lakh in online games
JAJPUR: A youth of Jajpur town on Monday lodged a complaint with Cyber police alleging that an online gaming platform cheated him of Rs 91 lakh. The victim, Dhirendra Kumar Patnaik of Bidyadharpur village within Jajpur Town police limits, said he lost the amount by playing online games on a platform called Daman. A couple of months back, he started playing with Rs 500 and won extra money out of it. As he started to earn money, his greed grew. Gradually, he invested more money in the online games. Hoping for a big return, Dhirendra reportedly invested the sale proceeds of his 36 decimal land, 400 gram gold jewellery, Rs 10 lakh from his personal savings and borrowed money of Rs 10 lakh in the online games. However, he lost everything and realised that he was cheated. Dhirendra has also lodged a complaint with Jajpur Town police station in this connection.
Vizag Dazzles As Golden Shower Trees Blossom In City
The numerous Golden Shower trees, also known as Indian Laburnum (Cassia fistula), have blossomed in Visakhapatnam, making the city vibrant with their beauty.
Bihars Alka wins shot put gold as Arjunan & 4 others rewrite MRs
Man shot at, son thrashed over petty dispute in Saharsa
Youth found dead in Muzaffarpur
Buddha Purnima: Guv, CM pray for peace and harmony
Police yet to ascertain identity of womans body found at Patna airport
Im proud of you, papa: Tears, pride as BSF officer laid to rest
Ex-CM Patnaik Glad Odisha achieved highest industrial growth during his tenure
Bhubaneswar: Opposition BJD president Naveen Patnaik Monday expressed satisfaction that Odisha registered the highest industrial growth in the country between 2015 and 2024 when he was the chief minister of the state. Patnaik, who was at the helm from 2000 to 2024, also said that Odishas growth was mainly fueled by the manufacturing sector. Glad []
Man rescued with 24 hours of kidnapping, three held
Two killed, 1 injured as truck hits bike in Bihta
CM launches strengthening of 6,938 rural roads in state
Tejas steps in to aid road accident victims
