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Silchar: Cachar police seized suspected narcotics worth around Rs 6.5 crore at the Lailapur Assam-Mizoram check gate on Saturday evening and arrested two people in a major haul along the interstate border.Acting on specific intelligence, a team led by the Lailapur patrol post in-charge intercepted a truck during routine naka checking. A search of the vehicle led to the recovery of 102 soap cases containing 1.24 kg of suspected contraband concealed inside a specially made secret chamber, police said.The truck driver, Sabir Hussain, and handyman Salim Aminul were arrested on the spot.A senior police officer said the seized contraband is…

Times News NetworkKanpur: As forecast by the India Meteorological Department (IMD) witnessed light to moderate showers on Sunday evening after experiencing a day of bright sunshine interspersed with patches of cloud cover. The rainfall brought some respite from the sultry weather, lowering the temperature by around two degrees Celsius.Intermittent showers began around 6 pm. in line with the IMD forecast, providing relief to residents who had endured hot and humid conditions throughout the day. However, despite the evening rain, the maximum temperature continued its upward trend for the second consecutive day.According to the weather observatory, the maximum temperature was recorded…

TNNLudhiana: The Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls continued across Ludhiana district on Sunday, with special camps organised at several polling booths from 9am to 3pm to assist voters in submitting their enumeration forms.Residents from across the district visited their respective polling booths to submit forms, update addresses, and seek clarifications. Booth level officers (BLOs) remained stationed at the booths throughout the day to facilitate the process and guide electors.Sanchit, programme officer in the district election department, said door-to-door verification under SIR was progressing smoothly and nearly 90% of voter details had been digitised.CJP Jantar Mantar Protest UpdatesHe added…

Mangaluru: Police investigating a counterfeit currency case reported under the Uppinangady police station limits on July 16 conducted searches at two locations in Belthangady after obtaining permission from the court.As the investigation progressed, a team led by the Belthangady DSP searched the residence of absconding accused Abdul Shakeel and a house in Kuvettu village on Sunday, where arrested accused Sandeep had been staying.During the search, police seized a printer, a steel scale, chemical solution bottle, and several other items from Sandeep’s residence. Uppinangady police had busted an alleged counterfeit currency printing racket operating from a building at Adinje in Kaniyooru…

Drains in the area have only been partially cleaned Ghaziabad: Residents of Shalimar Garden have alleged that only parts of drains are being cleaned, leaving the larger sanitation problem unresolved. They said garbage and silt continue to choke drains, causing waterlogging during the monsoon, foul smell and health hazards.“This partial cleaning yields no practical benefit. Garbage accumulates at the same spot again the very next day, disrupting the entire drainage system. A permanent solution is impossible unless the drain is properly cleaned along its entire length,” said Pradeep Gupta, resident of Shalimar Garden.In a meeting with chief sanitation inspector (CSI)…

Pune: A 26-year-old medical practitioner at Sassoon General Hospital has lodged a complaint against a 30-year-old relative of a patient from Ghorpadi, alleging that the man charged at him while he was administering cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) to the patient around 10.40am on Sunday.The Bund Garden police registered a case later that afternoon.According to the FIR, the critically ill patient was brought to the hospital by his relatives.“After examining the patient, the doctor began administering CPR. During the procedure, one of the patient’s relatives started recording the treatment on his cellphone,” an officer from the Bund Garden police said.The doctor, who…

We are now quite aggressive, quite prepared to go inside Pakistani territory and to any length in that territory, said the former Army chief at an event marking 26 years of the Kargil War Panaji: India has permanently shed the doctrine of restraint that shaped its response to Pakistan-backed aggression for decades, former Army chief General Ved Prakash Malik said here on Sunday. He held up Operation Sindoor as proof that the country is now prepared to strike deep inside Pakistani territory and treat any attack as an act of war.The policy shift was already in place by the time…

Chandigarh: The Indian Building Congress (IBC) Sunday released its 2026-27 calendar of activities during its governing council meeting in Chandigarh. The calendar features seminars, workshops and technical sessions aimed at enhancing professional skills in the construction and infrastructure sector.The council also discussed expanding IBC’s footprint across states and centres, enrolling new members and strengthening knowledge-sharing among engineers, architects, planners and academicians. Members stressed the need for greater collaboration and professional excellence to address emerging challenges in the building industry. Source link

Lucknow: UP govt is moving ahead with plans to build a new Legislative Assembly complex at Sahara Shahar in Lucknow. Spread over 245 acres, the proposed campus will feature a lotus-inspired design and is expected to be completed by 2029-30.The project, estimated to cost around Rs 5,200 crore, has entered the design finalisation stage. A consultant architect has been selected, and the state govt is expected to take a final call on the design soon.The proposed site comprises 170 acres owned by the Lucknow Municipal Corporation and 75 acres belonging to the Lucknow Development Authority (LDA). The land was earlier…

Patna: A musical adaptation of Phanishwar Nath Renu’s classic story ‘Panchlight’ was presented by Dastak, Patna, at House of Variety (HOV) here on Sunday. The production, marked by humour and energetic performances, drew a packed audience.‘Panchlight’ is a simple yet poignant story set in a village, revolving around a powerful kerosene lantern that the villagers believe will bring respect, progress and brightness to their community. However, their inability to operate the lantern leads to a series of humorous situations and social challenges.Director Punj Prakash said the play explores themes of love, unity, forgiveness, self-respect and the importance of every individual…