BJP calls protests over Kharge's 'baap' remark, FIR filed
The BJP has announced a nationwide protest on Monday against Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge's indecent and offensive remarks targeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi's late father. Kharge's controversial comment, made during an event in Patna, has also led to a police complaint filed by a BJP worker in Bihar.
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Digital Desk | Visakhapatnam, Oct 26 (IANS) The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Monday issued a red alert for Andhra Pradesh and Odisha as a deep depression has intensified into the cyclonic storm in the Bay of Bengal. The IMD said in a bulletin on Monday morning that a deep depression over the East-central and adjoining West-central Bay of Bengal has intensified into a cyclonic storm. It has been named Arnab. The IMD issued a cyclone warning (red message) for Andhra Pradesh and adjoining South Odisha coasts. According to the bulletin, the deep depression over East-central and adjoining Southeast Bay of Bengal moved nearly westwards with a speed of 15 kmph during last six hours, intensified into cyclonic storm Arnab and lay centered at 0530 hours of October 26 over East-central and adjoining West-central Bay of Bengal, about 590 km northwest of Sri Vijaya Puram (Andaman Islands), 610 km southeast of Gopalpur (Odisha), 650 km east-southeast of Vishakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh), 730 km east-southeast of Kakinada (Andhra Pradesh), 830 km east of Machilipatnam (Andhra Pradesh) and 910 km east of Bapatla (Andhra Pradesh). It is very likely to move west-northwestwards and intensify further into a severe cyclonic storm over the west-central Bay of Bengal by midnight of October 26 and into a very severe cyclonic storm over the same region on October 27. Thereafter, it is very likely to move northwestwards and cross Andhra Pradesh & Yanam coasts between Bapatla and Visakhapatnam as a very severe cyclonic storm with maximum sustained wind speed of 115-125 kmph gusting to 140 kmph by the forenoon of October 28. Andhra Pradesh State Disaster Management Authority (APSDMA) said the next three days will be extremely critical. APSDMA Managing Director Prakhar Jain has appealed to people to strictly follow safety precautions. Strong winds are likely to begin affecting coastal areas as early as the morning of October 27. Heavy to very heavy rainfall is expected across North Andhra and the central coastal districts on October 27 and 28, with the possibility of extremely heavy rainfall in some locations. Districts, including Kakinada, Anakapalli, Visakhapatnam, Konaseema, and East Godavari, along with other parts of North Andhra, are likely to be impacted by strong winds and heavy rains. The intensity of rainfall is expected to be particularly high on October 27 and 28, with forecasts indicating heavy to very heavy rain -- and potentially extremely heavy rain in isolated areas -- across North Andhra and the central coastal region. Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu on Sunday reviewed preparedness regarding the evacuation of people from vulnerable areas, the establishment of relief centres, and the provision of food, drinking water, medical care, and power restoration. He asked all government departments to work in coordination to tackle the threat posed by Cyclone Arnab. Ten teams of National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and 11 teams of State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) are being deployed for relief operations.
BJP files police complaint against Kharge over 'baap' remark targeting PM Modi
Bharatiya Janata Party has lodged a police complaint against Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge in Patna. The complaint relates to Kharge's remarks about Prime Minister Modi during an event during 139th birth anniversary Bihar's first CM, Shrikrishna Singh. Krishna Kumar Singh, a BJP worker, demands an apology from Kharge within 24 hours. The initial report was filed at Kotwali police station, then transferred to Gandhi Maidan.
BJP to hold nationwide protest on Monday against Kharge's 'baap' remark for Modi
Kharge made the remark in response to an audience member's comment during an event in Patna on Sunday
Complaint filed against Kharge over derogatory remark on PM Modi's father in Pat
A BJP state working committee member has filed a complaint against Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge at Patna's Kotwali police station over his remark about Prime Minister Narendra Modi's father at a Congress event. The complainant has sought an investigation into the statement and its context
BJP worker files police complaint over Kharge's 'baap' remark targeting Modi
A BJP worker in Bihar has filed a police complaint against Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge over his controversial remarks targeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi at an event in Patna. The complainant has sought an apology within 24 hours.
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Mr. Kharges remarks at a Patna event on Sunday, October 25, in which he dragged Prime Minister Narendra Modis late father, triggered a sharp reaction from senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders
Complaint Filed Against Mallikarjun Kharge Over Remark On PM Modi's Father; Congress Backs Him
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge is in the radar as a complaint has been filed against him at Patna's Kotwali police station over his remark about Prime Minister Narendra Modi's father during a public event in Bihar. Krishna Singh
Digital Desk | Patna, Oct 25 (IANS) A Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader has filed a complaint against Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge at Patna's Kotwali police station over his controversial remark concerning Prime Minister Narendra Modi's father during a Congress event in the Bihar capital on Sunday. Krishna Kumar, a member of the BJP's state working committee, submitted the complaint, seeking an investigation into the remark made by Kharge during a programme at Bapu Sabhagar to mark the birth anniversary of Bihar's first Chief Minister Sri Krishna Singh. In his complaint, Krishna Kumar said he learned about the alleged remark through television news coverage and was deeply hurt by the statement. He added that making derogatory comments about an individual's family on a public platform was a sensitive matter and stressed the need to maintain dignity and mutual respect in public life. The complainant requested the police to examine news reports, video footage and other available evidence to establish the exact words used by Kharge and the context in which they were spoken. He also urged the police to initiate appropriate legal action if the investigation established that any law had been violated. The controversy erupted during Kharge's address at the Congress programme. While the Congress President was criticising Prime Minister Modi, a person in the audience reportedly interjected that the Prime Minister was not going anywhere. Kharge responded, Even PM Modi's father will have to go, triggering a political row. Videos of the incident reportedly showed Congress workers confronting and assaulting the individual who had interrupted the speech. The circumstances surrounding the altercation have also drawn attention. The remark prompted strong reactions from BJP leaders. Union Home Minister Amit Shah and BJP President Nitin Nabin criticised Kharge's statement, while Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary demanded an apology from both Kharge and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi. Choudhary described the remark as unfortunate and accused the Congress leadership of displaying hostility towards the Prime Minister's family. He demanded an immediate apology, saying that political differences should not lead to personal attacks against family members. The incident has intensified the political confrontation between the BJP and Congress in Bihar. The complaint has sought a formal investigation, with the exact context of the statement and any potential legal implications to be assessed by the authorities.
2nd ODI: Harmanpreet, Deepti, Vaishnavi take India to series win over Zimbabwe (Ld)
Digital Desk | Vadodara, Oct 25 (IANS) Harmanpreet Kaur and Deepti Sharma struck centuries before left-arm spinner Vaishnavi Sharma claimed her maiden four-wicket haul in international cricket as India beat Zimbabwe by 121 runs in the second womens ODI here at the BCA Stadium on Sunday to seal the three-match series 2-0 with a game to spare. After Pratika Rawal made 61, Harmanpreet (126) and Deepti (106 not out) shared a record 153-run stand for the fifth wicket to power India to 328/6 after an early wobble. Zimbabwe made a spirited start in reply through Modester Mupachikwa (49) and Chipo Mugeri-Tiripano (46), but Vaishnavis spell in the middle overs triggered a collapse as the visitors were bowled out for 207 in 48.5 overs. Vaishnavi, who came into the playing eleven in place of the rested Kranti Gaud, ripped through the Zimbabwe line-up to finish with impressive figures of 4-39 from her 10 overs. Deepti then returned in the death overs to pick up 3-32 and round off a commanding all-round display. Apart from Vaishnavi and Deepti, Jintimani Kalita, Sayali Satghare and N Sree Charani picked a scalp each. After electing to bat first, India were off to a shaky start. Nomvelo Sibanda struck in the very first over when Smriti Mandhana went for an ill-judged pull off a short, wide delivery and was caught at short third. Sibanda claimed her second scalp when Shafali Verma (8) pulled one low towards midwicket, where Nyasha Gwanzura held a sharp catch inches off the ground, a decision upheld by the TV umpire. With India at 19/2, Harmanpreet and Pratika set about repairing the damage with a 124-run third-wicket partnership. Harmanpreet looked in control with her back-foot and off-side shots, while taking a liking to Sibanda and Tendai Makusha and finding the boundary ropes with a series of crisp drives and cuts. Pratika, who looked pristine, struck the first six of the match by lofting Makusha over long-on in the 10th over. The pair brought up Indias hundred in the 16th over, before Pratika completed her half-century off 57 balls and celebrated by stepping out to loft Loryn Phiri for a six straight down the ground. An over later, Harmanpreet reached her fifty off 51 deliveries. Zimbabwes fielding effort was also hit by injuries, with Mugeri-Tiripano hurting her right knee and captain Josephine Nkomo leaving the field after a diving stop. Nyasha finally broke the third-wicket stand in the 23rd over when Pratika, who was dropped on 59, swept straight into the hands of deep midwicket. She made 61 off 67 balls, laced with four boundaries and two sixes. Leg-spinner Olinder Chare struck in the next over, as Tejal Hasabnis (3) skied a slog-sweep to mid-on. Harmanpreet, who was dropped on 66 by Nkomo at short midwicket, and Deepti then steadied the innings. After Harmanpreet cut Nyasha for four, Deepti cashed in on some wayward bowling down the leg side, sweeping repeatedly to the fine-leg boundary while also cutting and pulling to race to 45 off 35 balls, with Harmanpreet unbeaten on 88 off as many balls at the second drinks break. Deepti then brought up her fifty off 37 balls in the 35th over by sweeping a Sibanda full toss past square leg. Harmanpreet, meanwhile, moved through the nineties with a classy drive through extra cover off Makusha before completing her century off 101 balls with a fine sweep off Beloved Biza in the 41st over. It was her eighth ODI hundred, but Harmanpreet kept her celebration low-key - settling for a handshake with Deepti as the Indian dressing room rose to applaud. Zimbabwes woes in the field continued, with Harmanpreet getting two more lives. Michelle Mavunga failed to hold on to a diving chance at long-on, while Nomvelo spilled a chance at backward point. The pair helped India race past 300 in the 46th over before Michelle finally ended Harmanpreets stay by luring her into a big hit with a slower, fuller delivery that was caught by at long-off. Harmanpreet, who hit 15 boundaries in her 121-ball 126, walked back to a standing ovation from her teammates. Her 153-run stand with Deepti is now India womens highest partnership for the fifth wicket or lower in ODIs, eclipsing the 122-run association between Sneh Rana and Pooja Vastrakar against Pakistan in the 2022 ODI World Cup. Richa Ghosh (7) fell soon after, holing out to long-on off a Tendai full toss in the 48th over. Deepti, however, made sure India finished strongly. She reached her second ODI hundred off 83 balls her first ton since 2017 - in the final over by sweeping Tendai between short fine leg and square leg, and remained unbeaten on 106 off 86 balls, laced with 15 boundaries. The sweep alone fetched her 36 runs, including eight boundaries. Deeptis 83-ball century is the fifth fastest ton by an India womens batter in ODIs, and she also became the first Indian woman to score a hundred at number six or lower, bettering Richas 94 coming against South Africa in the 2025 ODI World Cup in Visakhapatnam. Zimbabwe made a bright start to the chase as Modester cracked two boundaries off the first two balls from Sayali. The Indian seamers struggled with their lines early on as Modester continued to cash in on anything short or on the pads. But India struck through spin in the ninth over when Charani had Loryn Phiri (6) caught by short midwicket and end a 38-run opening stand. Chipo then took the attack to the spinners, hitting three fours in a Charani over. She added 69 for the second wicket with Modester before Sayali got a breakthrough in the 23rd over by castling her for 46 through the gate with one that nipped back in. Vaishnavi, who bowled slower through the air, then turned the game decisively in Indias favour. Switching to over the wicket, the left-arm spinner picked up her maiden ODI wicket when Modester fell one short of a fifty, as she sliced straight to backward point. Beloved Biza (34) tried to keep Zimbabwe in the hunt with some aggressive strokes against the spinners, but was trapped lbw by Vaishnavi after India successfully reviewed the decision. Vaishnavi then bowled Michelle Mavunga (3) with a classic flighted delivery that clipped the top of off-stump. Zimbabwe skipper Josephine Nkomo, who survived a dropped chance by wicketkeeper Richa Ghosh, was also undone by Vaishnavis flight and was trapped lbw for 20 with the DRS failing to save her. Nyasha Gwanzura briefly entertained with the first six of the Zimbabwe innings, but Deepti trapped her lbw, while having Nomvelo Sibanda edged the next ball to slip. Though Deepti missed out on a hat-trick, she returned to dismiss Tendai Makusha with a leading edge to backward point. Jintimani wrapped up the innings in the 49th over and also got her first ODI wicket when Chiedza Dhururu chipped straight to cover, as India got another comprehensive win. Brief Scores: India 328/6 in 50 overs (Harmanpreet Kaur 126, Deepti Sharma 106 not out; Nomvelo Sibanda 2-38, Nyasha Gwanzura 1-43) beat Zimbabwe 207 all out in 48.5 overs (Modester Mupachikwa 49, Chipo Mugari-Tiripano 46; Vaishnavi Sharma 4-39, Deepti Sharma 3-32) by 121 runs
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Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge triggered a political controversy in Patna after responding to an interruption during his speech with the remark, Modi ka baap bhi jayega. The comment sparked a ruckus at the event, with reports alleging that Congress workers confronted and assaulted the man who interrupted him. Kharge also attacked the BJP and RSS, opposed the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls and demanded ballot paper elections. The BJP has condemned his language and accused the Congress of lowering political discourse.
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During a speech in Patna, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge got into a heated exchange with an audience member who claimed that Prime Minister Modi isnt going anywhere. Kharge sharply retorted, Modi ka baap bhi jayega (Even Modis father will go), sparking a major ruckus at the event. The incident occurred during the 139th birth anniversary celebration of Bihars first Chief Minister, Dr. Shri Krishna Singh.
2nd ODI: Harmanpreet, Deepti Hit Centuries As India Post 328/6 Against Zimbabwe
ODI World Cup: Harmanpreet Kaur and Deepti Sharma centuries each while sharing a 153-run stand for the fifth wicket as India recovered from an early wobble to post 328/6 against Zimbabwe in the second womens ODI here at the BCA Stadium on Sunday. Put in to bat, India were rocked inside the first three overs when Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma fell cheaply. Harmanpreet and Pratika Rawal steadied the ship with a 124-run third-wicket partnership. Pratika looked increasingly assured against the spinners before holing out for 61 off 67 balls, laced with four boundaries and two sixes. Harmanpreet, by contrast, looked in control with her backfoot and off-side shots to hit a 121-ball 126 laced with 15 boundaries. She was dropped three times on her way to reaching her eighth ODI hundred. Deepti, meanwhile, got India some momentum back with a fluent knock built largely on the sweep shot, which fetched her 36 runs including eight boundaries. Deepti went on to complete her second ODI hundred in the final over, finishing unbeaten on 106 off 86 balls laced with 15 boundaries. Her 83-ball century is the fifth fastest by an India womens batter in ODIs, and also became the first Indian woman to score a hundred at number six or lower, bettering Richa Ghoshs 94 against South Africa coming in 2025 ODI World Cup in Visakhapatnam. The 153-run stand off 137 balls between Harmanpreet and Deepti is now India womens highest partnership for the fifth wicket or lower in ODIs, eclipsing the 122-run association between Sneh Rana and Pooja Vastrakar against Pakistan in the 2022 ODI World Cup. With Zimbabwe facing a daunting chase, India are firm favourites to win the match and clinch the series with a game to spare. After electing to bat first, India were off to a very shaky start. Nomvelo Sibanda struck in the very first over when Smriti Mandhana went for an ill-judged pull off a short, wide delivery and was caught by short third. Nomvelo claimed her second scalp when Shafali Verma (8) pulled one low towards midwicket, ho held a sharp catch inches off the ground, a decision upheld by the TV umpire. With India at 19/2, Harmanpreet and Pratika then set about repairing the damage. The India captain took a liking to Sibanda and Tendai Makusha, and found the boundary fence with a series of crisp drives and cuts, while a pristine Pratika struck the first six of the match by lofting Tendai Makusha over long-on in the 10th over. The pair brought up Indias hundred in the 16th over, before Pratika completed her half-century off 57 balls and celebrated by stepping out to loft Loryn Phiri for a six straight down the ground. An over later, Harmanpreet reached her fifty off 51 deliveries. Zimbabwes fielding effort was also hit by injuries, with Tiripano hurting her right knee and captain Josephine Nkomo leaving the field after a diving stop. Nyasha Gwanzura finally broke the 126-run third-wicket stand in the 23rd over when Pratika, who was dropped on 59, swept straight into the hands of deep mid-wicket. Leg-spinner Olinder Chare struck in the next over, as Tejal Hasabnis (3) skied a slog-sweep to mid-on. Harmanpreet, who was dropped on 66 by Nkomo at short midwicket, and Deepti Sharma steadied the innings to keep India going. After Harmanpreet cut Nyasha for four, Deepti cashed in on some wayward bowling down the leg side, sweeping repeatedly to the fine-leg boundary while cutting and pulling at times to race 45 off 35 balls, with Harmanpreet unbeaten on 88 off as many balls at the second drinks break. Post that, Deepti brought up her fifty off 37 balls in the 35th over by sweeping a Nomvelo full toss past square leg, and kept up the pressure with a string of sweeps against the Zimbabwe spinners. Harmanpreet, meanwhile, moved through the nineties with a classy drive through extra cover off Tendai Makusha before completing her century off 101 balls with a fine sweep off Beloved Biza in the 41st over. It was her eighth ODI hundred, but Harmanpreet kept her celebration low-key - settling for a handshake with Deepti as the dressing room rose to applaud. Zimbabwes woes in the field continued, with Harmanpreet getting two more lives - Michelle Mavunga failed to hold on to a diving chance at long-on, while Sibanda spilled a chance at backward point. The pair helped India race past 300 in the 46th over before Michelle finally ended Harmanpreets stay by luring her into a big hit with a slower, fuller delivery that was caught by substitute fielder at long-off. It ended Harmanpreets 152-run stand for the fifth wicket with Deepti, as she walked back to a standing ovation from her teammates. Richa Ghosh (7) fell soon after, holing out to Chigora at long-on off a Tendai full toss in the 48th over. Deepti, however, made sure India finished strongly. She reached her second ODI hundred off 83 balls in the final over by sweeping Makusha between short fine leg and square leg, and remained unbeaten on 106 as India posted an imposing total. It ended Harmanpreets 152-run stand for the fifth wicket with Deepti, as she walked back to a standing ovation from her teammates. Richa Ghosh (7) fell soon after, holing out to Chigora at long-on off a Tendai full toss in the 48th over. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
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Anand Mahindra has reignited his 'Sunday Wanderer' series by highlighting the stunning Gangavaram Beach located near Visakhapatnam. He prompts us to consider why this majestic coastal site is often overlooked in Indias travel landscape. With its striking cliffs and unrefined beauty, Gangavaram Beach embodies a unique blend of modernization while preserving its natural allure, symbolizing the region's rich geological history.
RJD MP questions 'chain of command' on defamation notice in Bharat Tiwari case
Digital Desk | Patna, Oct 25 (IANS) RJD MP Sudhakar Singh on Sunday argued that the chain of command was roken in the Rs 5 crore defamation suit against him by senior Bihar IPS officer Kundan Krishnan over his remarks surrounding the death of Bhojpur youth Bharat Bhushan Tiwari in an encounter and an alleged incident involving a teenage girl in Jamui. The MP also asserted that he will seek an interpretation of the notice from the Supreme Court. Sudhakar Singh had publicly alleged that senior police officials, including Krishnan, who was heading the STF at the time of the June 17 incident, should be held accountable, calling for an inquiry into the leadership rather than limiting action to lower-rank personnel. The notice alleges that the RJD MP's statements were baseless and damaged Krishnans public image and professional reputation. Speaking to IANS, Sudhakar Singh said: First, under the Service Act of the Constitution, they do not have the authority to issue a notice to me. Second, I have asked the Chief Minister whether he granted permission to file a case against me. Third, when the Bihar government has an Advocate General, why was a notice issued to me through a private lawyer? Also, Kundan Krishnan did not sign the notice, so it remains suspicious whether he issued it or someone else did. These are the questions, and I hope the Chief Minister will reply soon; otherwise, we will go to court, he said. Moreover, the RJD MP questioned how an in-service officer could issue a notice questioning an elected representative. Emphasising that Constitutional interpretation is done by the Supreme Court, he said: The question here is that a constitutional crisis has arisen: can a junior officer issue a notice to his senior officer? The chain of command has been broken; democracy also functions through a chain of command. Maintaining that while democracy operates through votes, he noted that the executive branch functions through a chain of command. In this command system, how can a person ranked at 28th issue a notice to someone seated higher up at the 7th rank? We will seek an interpretation of this from the Supreme Court, Sudhakar Singh said. Further, the RJD MP accused Krishnan of possessing undisclosed property and illegal wealth disproportionate to his known sources of income. When I looked at the details of his property, I saw that he purchased 16 acres and 88 decimals of land in Kaimur, the details of which he has not yet disclosed. The properties he possesses are worth nearly hundreds of crores. I have a separate account of his illegal wealth, which I will present later. After all, for someone who earned Rs 4 to 5 crore in salary throughout this entire service career and incurred expenses of Rs 2 to 3 crore, how was property worth hundreds of crores generated from those remaining Rs 2 to 2.5 crore? he asked.
Akasa Air launches Vizag-Delhi flights, becomes third airline on route
Akasa Air has initiated flights connecting Visakhapatnam and New Delhi, marking its return to the region. Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu announced this new service, emphasizing increased travel flexibility. This development makes Akasa Air the third airline operating on this route, enhancing options for travelers. The launch complements ongoing expansions at Visakhapatnam's Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport.
Odisha steps up preparedness as severe cyclonic storm nears Andhra coast
The Odisha government on Sunday stepped up preparations, mobilising personnel and equipment in vulnerable areas, as a severe cyclonic storm is likely to hit the neighbouring Andhra Pradesh coast on October 28, officials said. The India Meteorological Department (IMD), in its latest bulletin, said a depression over the Bay of Bengal is likely to cross the coast between Bapatla and Visakhapatnam in Andhra Pradesh as a very severe cyclonic storm, with maximum sustained winds of 115-125 kmph and gusts up to 140 kmph. The system is expected to make landfall around the forenoon of October 28, with the predicted landfall area around 300 km from Odisha's Gopalpur, officials said. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi said that although the system was forecast to make landfall in Andhra Pradesh, the Odisha government would take no chances and remain fully prepared to deal with any eventuality. He directed officials to prioritise public safety, evacuation and emergency response, reiterating the
AP Braces for Cyclone, Odisha Issues Red Alerts, 9 TN Ports on Alert
According to the IMD, the system is very likely to cross the Andhra Pradesh and Yanam coasts between Bapatla and Visakhapatnam around forenoon on October 28
Very severe cyclonic storm likely to cross Andhra coast on October 28, says IMD
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Odisha Vigilance arrests Forest Department officer in Rs 2.60 crore scam
Digital Desk | Bhubaneswar, Oct 25 (IANS) In a major crackdown against corruption, Odisha Vigilance on Sunday arrested another senior clerk of the State Forest Department for embezzling government funds amounting to over Rs 2.60 crore. The accused was identified as Babulu Suna, Senior Assistant-cum-In-Charge, Establishment Section, Office of the Divisional Forest Officer (DFO), Sunabeda Wildlife Division, Nuapada in Odisha. The accused allegedly embezzled government funds of over Rs 2.60 crore since 2023 by creating false bills under the Modified Assured Career Progression (MACP) and Revised Assured Career Progression (RACP) schemes. According to Odisha Vigilance, a detailed verification and subsequent investigation revealed that Suna allegedly misappropriated government funds by creating fraudulent arrear bills under the Modified Assured Career Progression (MACP) and Revised Assured Career Progression (RACP) schemes. The fraudulent bills were processed using the credentials and identities of former, retired, and deceased employees of the Sunabeda Wildlife Division to siphon off public funds into private bank accounts of his family members (spouse, brother, sister, and two close associates), Odisha Vigilance said in a statement on Sunday. The investigation further revealed that the accused allegedly manipulated official records to secure periodic salary increments beyond his legitimate entitlement. He also generated excess monthly salary bills over a sustained period, wrongfully drawing more than Rs 10.58 lakh. The total amount allegedly misappropriated by Suna was assessed at Rs 2,60,21,306. In this connection, two cases (24/26 and 25/26) have been registered at the Koraput Vigilance Police Station against the accused under the Prevention of Corruption Act and relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). The accused Suna, who had allegedly been absconding for the past six months, was apprehended by Odisha Vigilance from his hideout in Balangir on Saturday night. He is being produced before the Court of the Special Judge, Vigilance, Bhawanipatna. It is worth noting that on October 18, the vigilance arrested a senior clerk of the Forest Department and two of his associates in Dhenkanal district on charges of misappropriating government funds amounting to Rs 65,90,773 over a period spanning 2016 to 2026.
Accused Injured In Police Firing During Weapon Recovery
A murder accused, Saurabh Singh, was injured in an exchange of fire with police in Patna, Bihar, on Sunday during a weapon recovery operation. Singh, who faces multiple murder and Arms Act cases, opened fire at the police team, prompting a sub-inspector to retaliate in self-defence. He was later hospitalised, and two firearms were recovered from the scene.
Hydroponic Ganja Worth Rs.4 Cr Seized at Visakhapatnam Airport
Hydroponic ganja is grown in a controlled environment without the use of soil.
First-Stage Cyclone Warning Signal Hoisted at Krishnapatnam Port
The depression is moving at a speed of 5 kmph, prompting port authorities to issue the warning as a precautionary measure.
Anant Singh should never have been in JD(U), says ex-Bihar Minister
Digital Desk | Patna, Oct 25 (IANS) Janata Dal (United) leader and former Minister Abhiram Sharma on Sunday welcomed the party's decision to expel Mokama MLA Anant Singh, stating that such individuals should never be included in the party in the first place. The JD(U) on Saturday expelled Anant Singh and his wife, former MLA Neelam Devi, from the party for six years over alleged anti-party activities during the recent Bihar Legislative Council elections. Speaking to IANS, Sharma said, The decision taken by the party is the right one. We express our gratitude to Nitish Kumar and our national leader, Sanjay Jha, for making the right decision at the right time. JD(U) state president Umesh Kushwaha announced the action on Saturday, citing repeated violations of party directives, alleged derogatory remarks against the party's senior leadership, and Anant Singh's decision to oppose the party's candidate in the Patna Graduates' constituency election and campaign in support of a candidate associated with Jan Suraaj. The action follows a public dispute between Anant Singh and JD(U) candidate Neeraj Kumar during the election for the Patna Graduates' constituency of the Bihar Legislative Council. Anant Singh openly opposed Neeraj Kumar and extended support to Anuj Singh, who contested on a Jan Suraaj ticket. Speaking for myself, such individuals should never have been included in the party in the first place. It leads to a bad reputation among the general public. Neeraj Kumar is an educated and decent man; he will win. The party has also written to the Speaker of the Bihar Legislative Assembly, seeking action against his membership under the Tenth Schedule of the Constitution, which deals with disqualification on grounds of defection. Any decision on disqualification rests with the competent constitutional authority. Anant Singh's opposition to the official candidate placed him at odds with the party leadership during a key election.
Govt Medical Colleges Record 88.11% MBBS First-Year Pass Rate
Paderu Government Medical College recorded a pass rate of 92 per cent, followed by Government Medical College in Kurnool at 90.80 per cent, Machilipatnam at 88.67 per cent and Rajamahendravaram at 88 per cent.
Centre backs A.P.s semiconductor push, approves rail links for nine ports
Ashwini Vaishnaw assures support for chip-sector research, skilling and AI; agrees to a Vande Bharat sleeper train between Visakhapatnam and Bengaluru via Tirupati as Chandrababu Naidu seeks approval for key railway projects
Buxar headmasters raise concerns over delayed school fund reimbursements
Maj Gen Jitendra Singh flags off motorcycle expedition from Danapur
BRC pays tribute to fallen soldiers at Danapur reunion
PNG service launched in Dumraon's Textile colony
17-year-old arrested for rape of minor girl
Buxa tigress on Assam border, nears Raimona
Buxar holds district-level youth festival, young artists honoured
14-year-old killed in road accident at Kommadi in Visakhapatnam
Retired Army man shoots brother dead over property dispute
Bihars water needs should be protected in any future treaty
Toddler found dead inside temple with deep neck cut
Family defends Kishanganj man held over terror links
Cattle-laden truck hits bike during police chase in Patna, two injured
Student death sparks protests, school staff abscond in Nalanda
Woman, girl drown in Kamla river after soil bank collapses
DM: Repair roads, identify unsafe Chhath ghats
Bihar CEO reports sharp revisions in voter turnout for council polls
