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Lalu Prasad expels elder son from RJD for irresponsible behaviour
Patna: RJD president Lalu Prasad on Sunday, May 25, expelled his elder son Tej Pratap Yadav from the party for six years for irresponsible behaviour, and also snapped all family ties with him. Prasad made the announcement in a post on X in the afternoon. The activities, public conduct and irresponsible behaviour of the eldest Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Lalu Prasad Yadav expels son Tej Pratap from RJD for six years for immoral behaviour
Lalu Prasad Yadav expels son Tej Pratap from RJD for six years for immoral behaviour Patna: The Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) supremo Lalu Prasad Yadav on Sunday expelled his son Tej Pratap Yadav from the party for six years over his immoral and irresponsible behaviour and for not upholding the familys values and traditions. [] The post Lalu Prasad Yadav expels son Tej Pratap from RJD for six years for immoral behaviour appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
RJD president Lalu Prasad Yadav expelled his elder son, Tej Pratap Yadav, from the party for six years following a controversial social media post where Tej Pratap claimed a 12-year relationship with a woman. Lalu also distanced Tej Pratap from the family, stating his actions didn't align with their values.
RJD chief Lalu Yadav expels son Tej Pratap from party for six years
Patna: Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad Yadav Sunday expelled son Tej Pratap Yadav from party for six years. Lalu Prasad has also snapped all family ties with him. Prasad made the announcement in a post on X in the afternoon. The activities, public conduct and irresponsible behaviour of the eldest son are not []
Panic Grips Patna After Group Fires In Air, 6 Cops Suspended
Unidentified individuals in an SUV fired several rounds in the air reportedly over a parking-related dispute in Patna before fleeing, triggering panic.
Panic grips Patna locality after miscreants fire in air, flee; six policemen suspended
No one was injured in the incident that took place on Saturday (May 24, 2025) evening
No end to curiosity: 72-year-old doctor masters IIT courses
RAJAMAHENDRAVARAM: Age is no barrier to learning, and veteran psychiatrist Dr Karri Ramareddy has proved it. At 72, when most people look take retirement, he continues to pursue academic excellence. He has earned 61 degrees, including three PhDs and 11 certifications through the National Programme on Technology Enhanced Learning (NPTEL), offered by premier institutions such as IIT Mumbai and IIT Kharagpur. He has topped eight of the NPTEL courses among thousands of learners across the country, securing Elite Plus Silver or Gold grades in each, which is his latest achievement. Born in Rajamahendravaram, on August 1, 1954, and raised in the small town of Anaparthi in East Godavari district, his journey has been one of relentless learning. He completed his early education at the Government Zilla Parishad High School in Anaparthi, his PUC at PR College in Kakinada, and his MBBS at Rangaraya Medical College in 1970. He later joined the National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS), Bengaluru, where he completed his MD in Psychiatry. Dr Ramareddy is the recipient of prestigious honours such as the Rashtrapati Award and the Dr BC Roy Award. Among his 61 degrees are five LLMs. His three doctoral degrees include one in Law from Damodaram Sanjivayya National Law University in Visakhapatnam, Yoga from Sri Balaji Vidyapeeth in Pune, and a third in Education from Bharathiar University. As long as you are curious, every day becomes a new opportunity. There is no age limit for learning, he said. Fitness and learning are constants in my life. I never let age come between me and my curiosity. My parents, Karri Peda Kapu Venkatareddy and Mangayamma, had a great influence on me. I used to visit the library and read extensively from a young age. Titles are milestones, not destinations. True success lies in staying relevant and staying hungry for knowledge. Study wherever you wish, but rememberto serve your own country is a privilege, not a sacrifice, he said. Speking to TNIE, he said he is preparing for next academic pursuit and has no signs to slow down. If you love learning, life itself becomes your classroom. I intend to keep learning till my last breath, he said. If you have a passion for learning, age is never a hindrance. Learning is a continuous process, regardless of age, time or year. I used to dedicate five hours to study every day, he added.
Revenue staffer from Visakhapatnam comes under police lens for terror link
VIZIANAGARM: Police, in coordination with the National Investigation Agency (NIA), and other central agencies, concluded the second day of interrogation of terror suspects Siraj and Sameer on Saturday. Investigators obtained crucial details about their social media activity, financial sources for making IEDs, and broader terror links. Preliminary probe revealed that Siraj came under the radar of terrorist groups after posting a comment on a video featuring Hyderabad BJP MLA Raja Singh. He received online praise from an unknown individual for raising his voice for Islam, and a person believed to be a Visakhapatnam revenue department employee. This interaction reportedly led to the formation of the AHIM group. Vizianagaram police have now launched a probe to identify and question the said government employee. NIA officials reportedly uncovered key information about the Al-Hind Ittehadul Muslimeen (AHIM) group, allegedly run by Siraj and Sameer. The duo is believed to have used social media to radicalise youth, urging them to sacrifice their lives in pursuit of jihad and convert India into an Islamic state. The investigation has widened to trace AHIM affiliates in Telangana, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, and Karnataka.
City of Destiny to hold massive yoga event along 26.5-km stretch in Andhra
VISAKHAPATNAM: Visakhapatnam district is preparing to host International Yoga Day on June 21 with extensive arrangements planned to accommodate over 2.5 lakh participants. The event, set to take place along a 26.5-kilometre coastal stretch from RK Beachs Kali Mata Temple to Bheemunipatnam, is being organised with the aim of setting a record for mass yoga participation. On Saturday, District In-Charge Minister Dola Sri Bala Veeranjaneya Swamy and Home Minister Vangalapudi Anitha chaired a coordination committee meeting at the Collectorate to review preparations. Speaking on the occasion, Visakhapatnam District Collector MN Harendhira Prasad outlined the logistics of the event, which will include 127 designated compartments, each accommodating 1,000 people. The compartments, measuring 200x14 metres, will be equipped with basic facilities such as water, medical support, and volunteers. The main stage, where key dignitaries including the Prime Minister, Union Ministers, the Chief Minister, and the Governor are expected to participate, will be located between the Kali Mata Temple and YMCA. Additional small stages with sound systems and LED screens will be set up along the route to ensure smooth conduct of the session. Around 1.24 lakh people will be accommodated on the main road, with additional stages arranged to manage the remaining participants. Drinking water, mobile toilets, safety personnel, including lifeguards, and medical services will be available throughout the event area. Organisers also plan to serve an organic breakfast to attendees. Training sessions for participants will be conducted in three phases across mandals, villages, and wards with the help of yoga associations, NCC and NSS volunteers, and trained instructors. In case of adverse weather, AU Engineering College Grounds will serve as the alternative venue, with arrangements to host up to 10,000 dignitaries under a temporary shelter. These preparations are expected to be completed by June 12. Speaking at the review meeting, Minister Dola emphasised the importance of inter-departmental coordination and urged officials to ensure the event does not inconvenience the public. Home Minister Anitha said hosting the event is a moment of pride for the city and called on citizens to participate voluntarily.
Bomb calls prove hoax in Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam
VIJAYAWADA/VISAKHAPATNAM: A series of bomb threats in Vijayawada and Visakhapatnam on Saturday triggered widespread panic, prompting immediate response from local authorities. The threats, which later turned out to be hoaxes, put both cities on high alert, with bomb disposal teams and sniffer dog squads conducting extensive search operations at public places, including shopping malls, railway stations, and bus stands. According to the police, the Vijayawada city control room received a phone call from an unknown person around 6 am, claiming that a bomb had been planted on the premises of Life Insurance Corporation (LIC) office located at Besant Road. Upon receiving the phone call, the police immediately informed the bomb disposal team and sniffer dog squad, which rushed to the spot, and launched an extensive search operation at the LIC building and the nearby premises. The police made the shops on Besant Road shut to avoid any untoward incident. Suspecting that explosives might be planted in thickly populated areas, the police deployed additional force for a thorough search of the surrounding areas. The search operation lasted over five hours with bomb detection squads and sniffer dogs scouring the entire area. After the extensive search, no explosives were found, confirming that the threat was a hoax. Personnel from city police, GRP, RPF, Task Force, bomb and dog squads conducted comprehensive checks aboard the LTT Express at Visakhapatnam railway station on Saturday | EXPRESS Spl teams set up to trace callers, security beefed up During the searches, some trains were briefly halted, and passengers were subjected to detailed screening as part of precautionary measures. The police said, All 10 platforms were inspected thoroughly by bomb disposal teams while the Railway Protection Force (RPF) and Government Railway Police (GRP) were involved in checking the passengers. According to sources, the Vijayawada city police were able to trace the location of the caller to Maharashtra, although the identity of the caller has not been obtained yet. The police confirmed that special teams were formed to locate the accused caller who made the hoax bomb threat, and an investigation is underway to determine the motive behind the threatening call. In response to the incident, the Vijayawada city police tightened security at the railway station and other public places, increasing police presence and intensifying surveillance. Panic gripped after an unknown caller claimed that a bomb had been planted in the Mumbai-Visakhapatnam Lokmanya Tilak Terminus Express (LTT), which had arrived at Visakhapatnam railway station on Saturday. This incident occurred a few hours after the hoax bomb threat had earlier targeted Besant Road in Vijayawada. Speaking to TNIE, Visakhapatnam East ACP Laxmana Murthy said around 6.40 am, a call was received at the 112 Police Control Room from an unknown person, claiming that a bomb had been placed in the LTT Express. Responding to the phone call, teams from Visakhapatnam city police, GRP, RPF, Task Force, and law and order police, along with a bomb squad, conducted a comprehensive check at Visakhapatnam railway station and all compartments of the express train. ACP Laxman Murthy said during the inspection of the entire train, a suspicious bag was found in a sleeper coach. The police teams identified the bag, which was left in the S2 compartment, and conducted a check. They found that it belonged to Shriram Tiwari from UP, containing clothes, soap, an Aadhaar card, and an identity card. Fortunately, no explosives were found in the train, and the passengers and police officials breathed a sigh of relief. Investigation is going on to trace the unknown phone call, the Visakhapatnam East ACP said.
Southwest monsoon likely to hit Andhra Pradesh in two to three days
VISAKHAPATNAM: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has announced that conditions are favourable for the onset of the Southwest monsoon into parts of Andhra Pradesh over the next two to three days. The monsoon has officially set in over Kerala on May 24, which is eight days prior of its onset date of June 1. This marks the earliest monsoon onset over Kerala since 2009, when it arrived on May 23. The current Northern Limit of the Monsoon (NLM) passes through coordinates, including Karwar, Shimoga, Dharmapuri, Chennai, and extends through eastern and northeastern regions such as Saiha and parts of Arunachal Pradesh. The IMD has noted the presence of southwesterly and southerly winds in the lower tropospheric levels over AP and the Union Territory of Yanam. Under these prevailing conditions, heavy rainfall is likely at isolated locations across North Coastal Andhra Pradesh (NCAP), Yanam, and South Coastal Andhra Pradesh (SCAP) on Sunday. In addition, thunderstorms accompanied by lightning are expected at isolated places across NCAP, SCAP, and Rayalaseema. Gusty winds reaching speeds of 40-50 kmph are likely to occur in these regions. These conditions are forecast to persist until May 28. The IMD further noted that from May 20 onwards, isolated heavy rainfall has been recorded in NCAP and Yanam. Despite the active monsoon conditions, no change in maximum daytime temperatures is expected across AP and Yanam during the next seven days. Also, a fresh low-pressure area is likely to develop over the west-central and adjoining north Bay of Bengal around May 27, according to the IMD.
New Covid-19 case registered in Andhra's Konaseema
AMALAPURAM/TIRUPATI/VIJAYAWADA: A fresh Covid-19 case has been reported in Dr BR Ambedkar Konaseema district on Saturday. Saladi Venkat Rao (64), a resident of Satyavada village in K Gangavaram mandal, tested positive after experiencing symptoms for several days. He initially sought treatment at a local hospital, where a rapid test confirmed the infection. He was then shifted to Kakinada Government General Hospital (GGH), where an RT-PCR test also returned positive. Hospital authorities said Rao is currently under observation in the isolation ward and is in stable condition. His family members have also been brought to Kakinada GGH for testing. Minister Vasamsetti Subhash urged the public not to panic but to remain vigilant. Precautions such as wearing masks in crowded areas and seeking timely medical attention for symptoms like cough and fever are essential, he said, adding that the government has made necessary arrangements to respond to any surge in cases. With the number of active Covid-19 cases in the State rising to four, with three in Visakhapatnam and one in Kakinada, medical institutions across Andhra Pradesh have begun ramping up preparations. At Vijayawada Government General Hospital (GGH), a special 30-bed Covid ward has been set up, including six ventilator bedssurpassing the State-mandated requirement of 10 beds. A dedicated outpatient counter and testing facilities have also been arranged. We are fully equipped with oxygen supply, testing kits, and medicines, Hospital Superintendent Dr A Venkateswara Rao said, adding, We have placed indents for 3,000 test kits and 1,000 treatment kits. He noted that two new variants have been reported nationally, with studies suggesting high transmissibility but mild symptoms and faster recovery. In Tirupati, Sri Venkateswara Institute of Medical Sciences (SVIMS) and Sri Venkateswara Ramnarayan Ruia Government General Hospital (SVRRGH) have been placed on high alert. While no cases have been reported in their jurisdiction so far, SVIMS Superintendent Dr Ram said isolation beds have been prepared and PPE kits are in stock. A 22-tonne oxygen plant is available to support patient care if needed. SVRRGH authorities have established a 20-bed isolation ward and set up a separate swab testing counter at the female ward. A senior doctors team met on Friday to plan further measures, including the procurement of 100 rapid test kits. In light of Covid cases in Visakhapatnam and Kadapa, SVIMS continues to offer testing and treatment services. Were ready to provide extended support if the situation escalates, Dr Ram added.
A land dispute over sand dumping in Ahiyapur village, Buxar, resulted in a deadly gunfight. Three brothers, Vinod Singh Yadav, Sunil Singh Yadav and Virendra Singh Yadav died. Two others are critically injured. The incident sparked outrage and protests. Authorities have assured strict action. Police are investigating the involvement of a politician-linked car. The incident has ignited political accusations.
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Hoax bomb calls create panic in Vijayawada and Visakhapatnam
One of the anonymous call was made from a stolen mobile phone in Maharashtra, say police
PATNA: Seven years after Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Prasad's elder son and MLA Tej Pratap Yadav posted a picture of himself with his alleged lover of 12 years on social media, stirring tensions in political circles. Hours later, Tej Pratap posted on social media platform X, claiming that his account had been hacked and someone with ill intentions had posted an edited picture to defame him and his family. Shaing a picture of him with his alleged lover, Tej Pratap wrote on social media, I am Tej Pratap Yadav and the girl seen with me in this picture is Anushka Yadav. We know and love each other for the past 12 years and have been living in a relationship. I wanted to share this with all of you for a long time, but did not know how to do so Therefore, I am expressing emotions of my heart among all of you. I hope you will understand this, he added. Screenshot of Yadav's post of Facebook. Tej Pratap first posted it at 6:22 pm on Facebook, but deleted it later on. He posted it again, 10 minutes later, at 6:32 pm. At around 10 pm, Tej Pratap posted on social media platform X, My social media platforms have been hacked and my pictures are being wrongly edited to harass and defame me and my family members. I appeal to my well-wishers and followers to be cautious and not pay heed to any rumours. , .... Tej Pratap Yadav (@TejYadav14) May 24, 2025 Tej Pratap Yadav had married former Bihar minister Chandrika Roys daughter Aishwarya Rai in May 2018. Aishwaryas late grandfather Daroga Prasad Rai was a veteran politician and a chief minister in the early 1970s. However, in October 2018, Tej Pratap submitted a divorce petition in Patna civil court, accusing Aishwarya of being rude and not paying attention to him. Aishwarya also walked out of Lalu Rabri Devis house accusing the in-laws of torture and harassment. The case is still going on and both of them have been living separately in the meanwhile. Reacting to the alleged injustice meted out to Aishwarya, former chief minister and HAM chief Jitan Ram Manjhi asked Lalu to clarify the matter or that the people would give a befitting response in the upcoming assembly elections.
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Experience the thrill of Niagara Falls in Visakhapatnam
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PATNA: In the run-up to the Bihar assembly elections, both the NDA and the Mahagathbandhan have intensified their attacks on each other through videos on social media. The assembly elections in the state are scheduled to be held in October-November. On its X handle, the RJD posted an animated video, with background commentary rendered like a ap number, in which Bihar Chief Minister and JD (U) supremo Nitish Kumar is called paltu (a turncoat) whose aatein hain faltu (talks nonsense). The RJD also exuded confidence that its young leader Tejashwi Prasad Yadav will rise to power as he commands respect among all sections of society. The RJD trained its guns at the longest serving chief minister by contending that he has applied Fevicol to his seat of power to retain it despite political somersaults. To counter it, the BJP posted two videos on its X handle to target RJD chief Lalu Prasad and his family members. In one of the videos, morphed figures depicting Lalu and his two sons, Tejashwi Yadav and Tej Pratap Yadav, are seen riding an auto rickshaw, with the driver showing them the vikas (development) that has taken place in the last two decades. Lalu and his sons are shown to be annoyed with the driver and ask him to stop his vehicle. Another video, titled Gangs of Ghotalebaz (scams), also features morphed videos and photos of Lalu and Tejashwi, along with a parody of a 1980s Bollywood number, describing the various scams of which the RJD chief and his two sons have been accused. Meanwhile, the JD(U) has planned to use social media platforms at panchayat level to reach out to voters ahead of the assembly polls. Achievements of both the Bihar government and Union government will be highlighted to people through social media platforms, a JD(U) leader said. He said the JD(U) would focus on development works undertaken in the state under NDA rule. The BJP, on the other hand, has already strengthened its social media team to counter the oppositions attack during the election campaign. The war room will be activated after the announcement of the election schedule, a senior BJP leader said, adding that the social media cell is already doing its work.
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By Neeraj Mishra It is rare for ruling and opposition parties to see eye to eye on a corruption probe. But a brazen scam involving land acquisition for a small stretch of road under the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has achieved just that. The scam centres around a 9.8-kilometre segment of the Raipur-Visakhapatnam [] The post Highway to Loot appeared first on India Legal .
Rats Eat Patient's Toes in Patna Hospital Nightmare
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Bihar Home Guard Result 2025 Out at patna.nic.in, Direct Link to Download Result PDF Here
Bihar Home Guard Result 2025: The Bihar Home Guard (Bihar) has officially released the Bihar Home Guard Result 2025. Candidates who appeared for the examination can now view their results online through the official website patna.nic.in.
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Stolen rifles recovered from field
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2 cops hurt in attack during liquor raid
Over Rs 20 crore OKd for 2 guest houses in Sultanganj: Bihar deputy CM Samrat Choudhary
The UDHD has approved the construction of two guest houses in Sultanganj. This project costs Rs 20 crore. One guest house is for VVIPs. The other is for general devotees. These facilities will help pilgrims traveling to Deoghar. The construction will take place near Namami Gange Ghat. This will accommodate the large number of devotees visiting during Shrawan.
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Officials sound alert over three COVID-19 cases in Andhra
VIJAYAWADA: The Health Department has issued a statewide alert following the detection of Covid-19 symptomatic cases in Visakhapatnam and Kadapa, and a surge in neighbouring states. All District Medical and Health Officers (DM&HOs) have been directed to intensify surveillance, public awareness, and preparedness efforts. The heavy inflow of traffic from affected states into Andhra Pradesh also adds to the risk of virus transmission. Three cases have been confirmed in the State, and one is suspected. A 75-year-old woman from Chagalamarri in Nandyal district was suspected to be Covid-19 positive at RIMS Hospital in Kadapa, after being admitted with a high fever. However, there is conflicting information about her status, with RIMS Superintendent Dr GV Rama Devi confirming her Covid-positive status and treatment in the Covid ward, while Kadapa DM&HO Dr K Nagaraju claimed the patient was suffering from age-related ailments. In Visakhapatnam, a 28-year-old woman from Pithapuram Colony tested positive, and her condition is stable under home isolation. Another family member and the doctor who treated them also tested positive. Health officials conducted a door-to-door survey and tested her family members, who have been advised to isolate. The Health Department has asked district authorities to prohibit mass gatherings, enforce Covid-appropriate behaviour at public transport hubs, and advise vulnerable groups to stay indoors. No need for panic, our health infra combat ready The Health Department officials also advised the usage of masks in crowded areas, and people with symptoms are urged to get tested. Officials have been instructed to ensure the availability of PPE kits, triple-layer masks, and round-the-clock testing facilities across districts. The Health Department is taking all necessary precautions to prevent the spread of the virus and protect public health. Responding to a query from TNIE, Special Chief Secretary (Health, Medical and Family Welfare) MT Krishna Babu said, There is no cause for panic. The patient in Visakhapatnam is stable and under proper care. Our health infrastructure is fully prepared with sufficient PPE kits, testing kits, masks, and trained personnel. We are conducting genome sequencing and monitoring symptomatic individuals closely. The public must stay calm and avoid unnecessary panic. The government will continue to update regularly. A woman vendor sells masks in Tirupati on Friday | Madhav K Meanwhile, Praja Arogya Vedika, a public health advocacy group, has urged Health Minister Y Satya Kumar Yadav to take swift and coordinated action. In a representation submitted on Friday, the group stressed the need for real-time case tracking, heightened district-level alertness, and clear communication with the public. Praja Arogya Vedika President Dr MV Ramanaiah told TNIE, The confirmation of Covid-19 in Vizag reminds us not to be complacent. We have urged the health minister to instruct all districts to intensify surveillance and report cases promptly. General Secretary T Kameshwar Rao added, Past waves showed how quickly the virus spreads. Early detection, isolation, and containment are key. Weve also urged the state to ensure hospital readiness with trained staff, adequate medicines, and protective gear. The group has also called for a renewed public awareness campaign to educate people on recognising symptoms, following hygiene protocols, and seeking timely medical care. Reviewing the situation at the Secretariat, Health Minister Y Satya Kumar Yadav stated, We have testing kits available across nine viral labs and are prepared for any situation. No advisory has been received from the Centre, and there are no hospitalisations so far. Even in countries like Singapore and Hong Kong, no significant morbidity has been observed.
Terror suspects in Andhra grilled by NIA, ATS over IED plot, foreign funding, extremist links
VIZIANAGARAM: Vizianagaram II town police, along with officials from the National Investigation Agency (NIA), Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS), and Counter-Intelligence (CI), began questioning two terror suspects in connection with an alleged conspiracy to detonate improvised explosive devices (IEDs) across India. Siraj Ur Rehaman (29) and Syed Sameer (28) were taken into seven-day police custody on Friday after being transferred from Visakhapatnam Central Prison to the Police Training College (PTC) in Vizianagaram. Their interrogation was approved by the Additional Judicial First-Class Magistrate Court, Vizianagaram, to gather key details about their reported involvement in planning terror acts and building explosive devices. Police said DSP-ranked officers began separate interrogations of the duo at the PTC. Security around the facility was intensified, with in-charge SP SV Madhava Reddy and Additional SP Sowmyalatha overseeing the arrangements. Authorities reported that Siraj and Sameer initially refused to cooperate but were later questioned on their alleged plans to support extremist groups such as KHILAFAT, JIHADI, AHIM (Al-Hind Ittehadul Muslimeen), BLT (Bhagawa Love Trap), and GHAZWA-E-HIND. Investigators are also probing their suspected attempts to develop a chemical lab and produce rocket launchers targeting RSS and non-Muslim groups. Preliminary findings suggest Siraj became radicalised while living in Hyderabad and connected with like-minded individuals, including Sameer, via social media. He allegedly maintained encrypted communications with a suspected ISIS operative, Imran Akram (A6), based in Oman. Investigators also traced a Rs 3,000 foreign fund transfer to the suspects, believed to support terror activities. Police identified several others believed to be connected to Siraj through online platforms or personal meetings in Mumbai. These include Abuthalem (alias Abu Musab), Adnan Kureshi, Dilshan, Mohsin Shaik, Jasser (alias Aman), Fahad, Amir Ansari, Sahabaz, and Zeeshan. The NIA is currently tracking these individuals and potential links to international terror networks, particularly those based in Oman and Saudi Arabia. Speaking to TNIE, a senior police officer stated, Their plans and affiliations remain unclear at this stage. Further interrogation over the coming days is necessary to determine whether they have ties to any major terror groups.
Man wanted for job fraud of Rs one crore held on return from Cambodia
CUTTACK: The Crime Branch of Odisha Police has arrested a person for duping two engineers of Rs 1 crore and Rs 5 lakh on the promise of providing jobs, from Bhubaneswar. Crime Branch DG Vinaytosh Mishra said in 2018, the accused Bishnu Prasad Patnaik alias Biranchi Patnaik of Begunia in Khurda district had fled to Cambodia in 2022 and had been staying there since. He came to India this month and following a tip-off, was arrested, the DG said. Mishra said Patnaik had taken Rs 90 lakh from an aeronautical engineer on the promise of providing a job in British Airways and then Lufthansa Airways. He even created fake offer letters and appointment letters. In the second case, the accused had duped an electronics engineer to the tune of Rs 15 lakh for providing a lucrative job abroad. Initially, the two cases were registered at Gunupur police station and later the Crime Branch took over the investigation. During investigation, it is found that Patnaik introduced himself as a medical doctor, professor, engineer, and other false professions to the victims. The accused had created forged letters of offer and appointment under the names of international consultancy companies like HR Maxons and Lufthansa Technik, a reputed German aviation company. He also forged documents like address proof and driving licence to conceal his identity and whereabouts. While the investigation was in progress, the accused fled to Cambodia and purportedly created a fake passport to conceal his identity. A Look Out Circular was issued against him in 2019. To evade arrest, he had been staying in Cambodia since 2022 and claimed to have started an IT company there. Further investigation is on to identify more victims and possible accomplices of Patnaik, Mishra said.
Odisha Government empowers blind persons with NAVINAUT guidance
BHUBANESWAR: In a bid to make movement easy and obstacle-free for visually-impaired people, the state government has started distributing LiDAR-guided electronic assistive device NAVINAUT to them. The device can help them detect obstacles on the roads and alert them through vibrations. Director of Social Security and Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities department Niyati Patnaik on Friday provided these devices to 60 blind people at a camp in the city. Developed by Hyderabad-based startup Alien Innovations, founded by T Ravi Kiran, the device acts like a torch, helping visually-impaired persons navigate through roads safely. The compact device will detect impediments on the roads early, sending vibration alerts to the user. Speaking on the occasion, Kiran said the mobility device is a rechargeable battery-powered device and will work for about a month on a single charge. It uses modern laser-guided LiDAR technology through which the user can easily know the distance and height of the obstacle. While the device has already been put to use in states like Telangana, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Gujarat and Chhattisgarh, it is being provided to blind persons in Odisha for the first time. They will be trained in using them by the department.
Vigilance raids eight locations linked to R&B JE in DA case
NUAPADA: Vigilance officials on Friday conducted simultaneous raids at eight locations linked to junior engineer in the Roads and Buildings (R&B) Division of Khariar Susanta Kumar Sethy over allegations of amassing disproportionate assets. In the morning, eight separate teams comprising seven deputy SPs, three inspectors, 10 assistant sub-inspectors and other supporting staff carried out the coordinated raids on basis of search warrants issued by the court of Special Judge, Vigilance in Bhubaneswar The locations which were searched included Sethys triple-storey residential building and an under-construction structure at Gangotri Nagar, Lingipur in Bhubaneswar, a farmhouse at Bilipada in Pipili, his relatives residence at Brahmeswarpatna in Bhubaneswar, his office at R&B sub-division and government quarters in Nuapada, and residences of his two associates located in Kedar Lane and Garage chowk areas of the state capital. The Vigilance said inquiry is underway to ascertain if the assets are disproportionate to Sethys known sources of income. Preliminary reports indicate presence of potentially incriminating evidence, but the full extent of the findings will be clear after a detailed evaluation. Sethy began his government service in February 2004 as a contractual JE. He was regularised in the post in March 2011 and has since served in various R&B divisions including Rayagada, Angul and Khariar. He has been posted in Nuapada since September 6, 2023.
Drunk man sexually assaults, murders three-year-old girl in Andhra's Kadapa
KADAPA: In a horrible incident, a 3-year-old girl was allegedly sexually assaulted and murdered by a man under the influence of alcohol, drawing widespread outrage and demand for swift justice from villagers of A Kambaladinne in Mylavaram mandal of the district. According to Talamanchipatnam police, the incident took place during a wedding at a local church. The victim, daughter of Solomon and Rahelamma from Moragudi village in Jammalamadugu mandal, had come with her family to attend the wedding of her cousin. Around 11.45 am, the girls parents noticed that she had gone missing while preparing to dress her for the event. Witnesses later reported seeing a man-identified as Kandula Rahamtulla alias Kabir from Moragudi village-intoxicated and playing with the child, offering her a banana. As panic spread among the family members, they began searching and confronted Kabir inside the church. On being questioned, Kabir appeared nervous. Bloodstains were observed on his clothes, raising suspicion. When villagers attempted to apprehend him, he tried to flee but was caught after a chase. A search of the surrounding area led to a chilling discovery-the girls body was found in thorn bushes, bearing signs of brutal violence. According to reports, the accused had forced a banana into the girls mouth, bludgeoned her with a stone, and attempted to bury her body in a compost pit. Outraged villagers demanded the immediate execution of the accused at the scene. Police, led by SI Lakshminarayana, arrived and took the accused into custody. The girls body was sent to Jammalamadugu government hospital for post-mortem. A case has been registered. DSP Venkateswarlu deployed additional security at the hospital to prevent any untoward incident.
Meghadri Gedda Reservoir Faces Maintenance Crisis Amid GVMCs Rs 50 Crore Debt
Two gates broken, Rs 50 crore debt unpaidVisakhapatnam's main water source needs urgent help
Congress postpones Rahul's visit to Nalanda in Bihar after district admin denies permission
PATNA: Nalanda, home district of Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar, has suddenly become a favourite destination for opposition leaders to launch programmes ahead of assembly elections due in October-November. However, several hurdles have come their way. Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha and Congress MP Rahul Gandhi was scheduled to visit Rajgir in Nalanda district on May 27, but permission was reportedly not granted for the venue by the district administration, which stated that the hall (venue) was not vacant on the date. Rahul was to address a party sponsored Extremely Backward Castes (EBC) conference at Rajgir. The district administrations refusal to grant permission for the meeting has come as a rude shock for the state Congress leaders, who worked hard to decide the venue of the programme. We had applied to the district administration to book the hall where we wanted to hold our programme. Preparations were underway for the programme, but we were taken aback when we got letter of denial from the district administration, said a senior Congress leader. He said the partys outreach programme has been postponed and Congress MP Rahul Gandhi is expected to visit in first week of June. The party is finalising a fresh date of the programme in the wake of denial of permission for the venue, the leader said, requesting anonymity. The party leaders must have selected Rajgir as venue of the programme as chief minister and JD(U) supremo Nitish Kumar has assiduously cultivated the constituency of EBCs to improve his electoral clout in the state. Both Nalanda and EBC have special places in Nitishs heart. This is the second time that the Congress has been denied permission to hold its programme in the state. Earlier, the permission to hold a programme with students of SC/ST, OBC and EBC at Ambedkar Welfare Hostel in Darbhanga was denied on May 15. As Rahul defied the district administrations directive, he was booked for violating the order and a case was registered against him and other party leaders. Former Congress president, however, said that the cases were decorative medals for him. Earlier, Jan Suraaj Party founder Prashant Kishors programme to launch his signature campaign to take feedback from residents of Kalyanbigha village (native place of Nitish) in Nalanda district failed as the district administration refused permission to him. Kishor later addressed a public meeting in Biharsharif, the district headquarters of Nalanda. It will not surprise anybody if RJD leader Tejashwi Prasad Yadav also travels to Nalanda to launch a blistering attack on his chacha Nitish before the assembly polls due in October-November.
Four Covid-19 cases reported in past 24 hours in Andhra: Health Minister
Andhra Pradesh reports four new Covid-19 cases. Three cases are from Visakhapatnam. One case is from the Rayalaseema region. Health Minister Satya Kumar Yadav confirms the news. A woman in Vizag first tested positive. Then her family member and a medical student tested positive. The first case in Vizag has no travel history.
Special trains from Visakhapatnam to SMV Bengaluru and Shalimar extendedto clear summer rush
25-year-old youth arrested in a chain snatching case in Visakhapatnam
Visakhapatnam will witness massive development in the next few years, says Bheemunipatnam MLA
A resolution will be passed on the Simhachalams Panchagramala issue during the Mini Mahanadu: Ganta
GVMC lifeguards rescue four Hyderabad youth from drowning in Visakhapatnam
Visakhapatnam police solve 45-year-old woman missing case, uncovering murder
Suspect arrested after in-depth investigation, says Police Commissioner Shankabratha Bagchi
The accused created more than 302 shell companies with the stolen identities, say officials
AP police begin questioning 2 terror suspects; one from Hyderabad
Visakhapatnam: The Vizianagaram police in Andhra Pradesh on Friday, May 23, took into custody two men, arrested last week in connection with an alleged terror plot, and were being questioned. A day after the Vizianagaram District Court remanded Siraj-ur-Rehman and Sayeed Sameer to police custody for a week, the police took them into their custody Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Bihar's Chanakya National Law University inks pact with Leicester University
Chanakya National Law University (CNLU), Patna, has partnered with the University of Leicester, UK, enabling CNLU graduates to pursue LLM studies at Leicester with a 30% fee concession.
Andhra Pradesh: Fire breaks out at Visakhapatnam Steel Plant - Firstindia
Andhra Pradesh: Fire breaks out at Visakhapatnam Steel Plant Firstindia
Massive Fire At Visakhapatnam Steel Plant, Fire Engines Rushed | Rescue Operation Underway | News18
Massive Fire Breaks Out At Visakhapatnam Steel Plant, Firefighting Efforts Underway
Ashwini Vaishnaw begins two-day Bihar visit to launch major rail projects in Jamalpur
Ashwini Vaishnaw begins two-day Bihar visit to launch major rail projects in Jamalpur Patna: Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw embarked on a two-day visit to Bihar on Friday, setting off from Patna Junction via inspection car toward Jamalpur Rail Engine Factory. He was accompanied by Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh alias Lalan Singh, Bihar Deputy Chief [] The post Ashwini Vaishnaw begins two-day Bihar visit to launch major rail projects in Jamalpur appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Video: Massive fire breaks out at Visakhapatnam Steel Plant in AP
Hyderabad: A massive fire broke out at the Visakhapatnam Steel Plant in Andhra Prasdesh on Friday, May 23. The incident occurred at the SMS-2 section of the plant. The fire caused panic among workers stationed nearby. Thick smoke and intense flames were seen rising from the unit, prompting an immediate emergency response. A massive fire Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Massive Fire At Visakhapatnam Steel Plant, Fire Engines Rushed
A massive fire broke out at a steel plant in Andhra Pradesh's Visakhapatnam this morning, with the officials launching a firefighting and search operation.
Fire Breaks Out at Visakhapatnam Steel Plant's SMS-2 Unit, Production Disrupted
The blaze damaged several cables and machinery before firefighters arrived at the scene and began efforts to bring the situation under control.
Woman tests positive for Covid in Visakhapatnam
VISAKHAPATNAM: A fresh Covid-19 positive case has been reported in Visakhapatnam on Thursday, health authorities confirmed. The patient, a 28-year-old woman from Pithapuram Colony, underwent testing after showing symptoms such as fever and cold. The test results confirmed a positive case of Covid-19. District Medical and Health Officer (DMHO) Dr P Jagadeeswara Rao confirmed the case, stating, Yes, a positive case has been registered, and the patient is currently doing well under medical supervision. He emphasised that there is no need for public panic as these are isolated cases. Even in the last couple of years, we had a few isolated cases, but the situation remained under control. Currently, we are actively screening fever cases as a precautionary measure. Dr Rao also advised the public to continue following basic hygiene and safety protocols.
Andhra Pradesh soaks in May as it records 126% excess rain
VISAKHAPATNAM: The State has recorded 88.5 mm of rainfall, significantly higher than the normal average of 39.2 mm during the period between May 1 and 21. This represents a 126 per cent departure from the norm. This categorises the rainfall as large excess under the India Meteorological Departments (IMD) classification. The widespread rainfall has brought a welcome respite from the summer heat across the State. Unlike last year, which was marked by intense heatwave conditions during the same period, the current season has remained comparatively cooler, aided by recurring showers and cloud cover. Explaining the current weather pattern, Dr Sagili Karuna Sagar, scientist at IMD Amaravati Centre, said that pre-monsoon showers are typically caused by synoptic systems forming over the oceans. At present, there are troughs and cyclonic circulations over both the Arabian Sea and the Bay of Bengal, which are responsible for the ongoing rain and thunderstorms, he said. He also noted that, unlike in May 2024, this year has seen multiple weather systems, preventing the occurrence of major heatwaves so far. This year, multiple troughs and cyclonic circulations have developed, resulting in frequent rains. As a result, we have not observed any significant heatwave conditions in Andhra Pradesh so far this summer, he added. Regarding the speculation around the early onset of the Southwest Monsoon, Bharati, scientist and director at the Visakhapatnam Cyclone Warning Centre, clarified that monsoon predictions for Andhra Pradesh can only be made after it sets in over Kerala. The monsoon must first enter Kerala before we can forecast its onset in Andhra Pradesh. An early onset in Kerala does not automatically indicate an early arrival here, she explained. She added that conditions are likely to become favourable for monsoon onset over Kerala within the next 2-3 days, with the expected date around May 27. A majority of the districts in the State have recorded higher-than-normal rainfall levels, particularly in the large excess category. Districts in Coastal Andhra Pradesh reported departures ranging from 67% to 339% above normal. Districts like Alluri Sitaramaraju, NTR, and Palnadu registered excess rainfall, while East Godavari and Srikakulam received rainfall within the normal range. All Rayalaseema districts recorded large excess rainfall, including Anantapur, with departures between 93% and 303% above normal.
Ajays Raid 2 beats Total Dhamaal to become his 5th biggest hit
Ajay Devgn's Raid 2 continues its box office success, surpassing Total Dhamaal's lifetime collection and becoming the fifth highest-grossing film of his career with 156.85 crore in 22 days. Directed by Raj Kumar Gupta, the film features Devgn as Income Tax officer Amay Patnaik, alongside Riteish Deshmukh, Vaani Kapoor, and Saurabh Shukla, capitalizing on positive word-of-mouth and Devgn's mass appeal.
