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Gaya: Rising water levels in the Dardha, Morhar, Falgu and Baldaiya rivers disrupted traffic and inundated low-lying areas in South Bihar, including Jehanaabad, on Tuesday, while a major rail mishap was averted on the Gaya-Koderma section after rain-triggered debris fell on the tracks.In Gaya, a major rail mishap was averted late Monday night after a portion of a hill collapsed on the railway track in the Gurpa-Gujhandi valley on the Gaya-Koderma section following heavy rain. The driver of a goods train spotted rocks and debris on the track and applied emergency brakes, preventing a collision.Some trains scheduled to pass through…
Jaipur: The upcoming municipal polls in Jaipur have witnessed a record number of Independent candidates as 953 filed their nomination papers Tuesday.The rush follows a major restructuring of the Jaipur Municipal Corporation, where the number of wards has been cut from 250 to 150. Of 1,253 nominees across these wards, 953 filed as Independents before scrutiny. Now, 812 Independents are set to contest the polls finally. This tally is higher than in 2020, when 575 Independents contested across 250 wards in the two civic bodies, JMC-Greater and JMC-Heritage.Political analysts point to a compressed electoral map, reservation changes and aggressive ticket…
Ranchi: The Election Commission (EC) has tightened scrutiny of applications submitted in bulk by booth level agents (BLAs) of recognised political parties during Jharkhand’s ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. A ceiling of 10 applications a day is in force and cross-verification for BLAs submitting over 30 applications during the revision period is mandatory.State chief electoral officer (CEO) K Ravi Kumar said, “Authorised BLAs could collectively submit electoral roll applications to booth level officers (BLOs), but all such applications would be subject to verification and scrutiny by the the electoral registration officer (ERO) before a decision is taken.”The…
Three Ulhasnagar Municipal Corporation schools will soon become digital model institutions ULHASNAGAR: Three schools run by the Ulhasnagar Municipal Corporation (UMC) will soon be redeveloped as digital model schools, with the civic body approving a combined fund of around Rs 16 crore for the projects.The redevelopment is being undertaken as part of the Shiv Sena’s election promise of “Padhega Ulhas, Toh Badhega Ulhasnagar”, aimed at improving the city’s civic education infrastructure.Ulhasnagar mayor Ashwini Nikam and education committee chairperson Sakshi Surve had approached UMC commissioner Manisha Awhale demanding redevelopment of civic schools that are in poor condition. Following the demand, funds…
Lindsay Clancy looks at the jurors seated in the courtroom during her murder trial at Plymouth Superior Court in Plymouth, Mass., Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2026. (Greg Derr/The Patriot Ledger via AP, Pool) A 56-year-old Massachusetts woman was arrested outside Plymouth Superior Court after she was allegedly caught photographing or filming jurors in the Lindsay Clancy triple-murder trial, according to reports.Dawn Light of Sutton was placed in handcuffs outside the courthouse at around 3:40 pm Tuesday, The New York Post reported, citing Massachusetts State Police.She is expected to be arraigned Wednesday on a charge of intimidation of a witness, juror or…
Victims of a “heartless” fraudster, who faked her own wedding to con relatives and friends out of more than £12,000, are questioning why they have only received a fraction of what she was ordered to pay back.Charlotte Blackwell, 32, from Bridgend, was handed a suspended prison sentence and ordered to pay £13,750 in compensation to the four victims by a judge in March 2025.When she realised she would be avoiding jail Blackwell sobbed in relief and agreed to the judge’s demand that she pay at a rate of £400 a month.But her victims say she has only paid a total…
US pop star Lizzo has spoken out after the remaining claims in a lawsuit against her production company were thrown out by a US district judge. The singer’s former wardrobe assistant Asha Daniels alleged she had been subjected to “degradation, forced physical labor, denial of medical care, sexual harassment, and racial harassment” while briefly working for Big Grrrl Big Touring in 2023. District judge Fernando L Aenlle-Rocha filed a ruling to dismiss the claims by the stylist on Tuesday, according to court documents. , externalIn an Instagram post, external, Lizzo said she was “relieved” at the outcome and will “continue…
Century Cricket has announced former Australia captain Ricky Ponting as its Initial Ambassador Investor and Lead Global Advisor for Coaching and Talent Identification Programs as the company begins its North American expansion from New York City, according to a press release.Century Cricket has announced former Australia captain Ricky Ponting as its Initial Ambassador Investor (AFP)Ponting will play a leading role in the growth and development of Century Cricket’s revolutionary technology and, with his 34 years of elite cricket experience, provide his expertise from a talent identification framework perspective.Century Cricket combines technology, data and world-class cricket to create a new way…
Today, Cancer should prioritize nurturing meaningful friendships and career connections. It’s vital that group endeavors have clear roles to ensure smooth collaboration. Social interactions may spark romantic possibilities, influenced by your friends. Financial ambitions are likely to progress positively, bringing fulfillment. Remember to strike a good balance between socializing and taking time for yourself to maintain your well-being. Cancer, concentrate on friends, goals, profits and helpful support. The Moon is in Taurus, and the eleventh house is activated. Krittika helps you to judge people and priorities. A connection that appears promising may be more valuable today. Choose valuable associations rather…
These nine temples show how deeply Indian temple traditions are connected with different stages of childhood. Basara and Kollur are strongly associated with the beginning of learning; Guruvayur and Nathdwara with devotion to child Krishna; Palani, Vaitheeswaran Koil and Tirumala with important family rituals such as tonsuring; and several temples are visited by families seeking blessings for health, protection and well-being.These beliefs belong to the religious and cultural traditions of the devotees. They should be understood as spiritual practices and expressions of faith, not as substitutes for medical care or education. For families, however, such visits can give children a…