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Kalepadal police nabbed 13 youngsters aged between 18 and 22 years, all residents of Mohammedwadi and Kalepadal, and seized 11 motorcycles fitted with modified silencers. Pune: The deafening roar of motorcycles fitted with illegally modified silencers has become a recurring late night nuisance for residents of Wanowrie, NIBM Road and Mohammedwadi.While the Kondhwa police recently booked several riders and confiscated bikes, locals said the relief was short-lived. The blaring, firecracker-like sounds returned the very next night, prompting a call for sustained enforcement rather than one-off drives. Residents said consistent night patrolling is the only way to deter repeat offenders who…
The villagers said that land is not merely an economic asset but an ancestral legacy that must be protected for future generations Valpoi: Residents of Advoi village in Sattari have unanimously resolved to safeguard their cultural heritage, natural resources and traditional way of life by deciding not to sell land, houses, plots and other properties to outsiders.The resolution was adopted during a special meeting convened on Sunday at Shree Shantadurga temple, where representatives from all sections of the village came together to reaffirm their commitment to preserving Advoi’s identity while ensuring that future development remains sustainable and benefits local residents.As…
Hisar: Days after the body of a youngster was found near Kasaba Minor canal in Maujdin village under the Sadar police station limits, the Sirsa police on Monday claimed to have arrested a young woman and her brother for allegedly murdering the youth over a suspected love affair. Investigators said the accused were arrested following a probe into the murder. The police are also probing the involvement of other persons in the crime.According to the police, the body of an unidentified youth was recovered near Kasaba Minor in July. After conducting a post-mortem examination, the police registered a murder case…
Jan Suraaj supporters celebrate victory of Prashant Kishore Patna: The streets of Bankipur turned into a sea of colours, music and slogans on Monday as Jan Suraaj supporters celebrated Prashant Kishor’s victory in the assembly bypoll. Since morning, crowds gathered outside the Jan Suraaj office, dancing to DJ music, throwing ‘gulaal’ and waving the party’s yellow ‘gamcha’ as a symbol of the victory.Firecrackers, sweets and drum beats marked the celebrations, with workers raising slogans of “Prashant ji zindabad” through the afternoon.In contrast, the BJP and RJD offices witnessed little activity. Both party headquarters remained largely quiet, with gates mostly shut…
Jaipur: Jaipur Vidyut Vitran Nigam Limited (JVVNL) Monday issued posting orders for 587 newly appointed Technician-III candidates. They have been directed to report to the office of their respective superintending engineers and join duty by Aug 21. The induction of these technicians is expected to strengthen the power distribution network by improving operational efficiency, reliability and service quality. Source link
CID sleuths and police personnel search a premises in Ranchi on Monday Ranchi/Daltonganj: The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) on Monday raided 18 locations across Jharkhand over its ongoing investigation into the alleged irregularities in the examinations conducted by Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC), officials said. Former JPSC chairman L Khiyangte was questioned by CID for seven hours in the case.The searches were conducted in Ranchi, Palamu, Hazaribag, Bokaro and Dhanbad districts, aided by local police. CID said documents, laptops, mobile phones, passbooks and cheque books of various banks, carbon copies of OMR sheets of several candidates, admit cards, mark-sheets and…
Varanasi: To further strengthen its teaching infrastructure and enhance students’ research capabilities at UG and PG levels, Banaras Hindu University has launched a new scheme to provide financial support for proposals from faculty members for the modernization of teaching laboratories.The University has invited proposals for establishment of new teaching laboratories as well as for expansion, diversification, or upgradation of existing ones.According to BHU spokesperson, under the scheme, major proposals of Rs. 25 lakh and above will be considered for funding. The initiative is aimed at strengthening laboratory education and enhancing research and innovation capabilities among students. Wherever feasible, the modernization…
T’puram: Milma chairman K S Mani has dismissed reports alleging irregularities in the supply of ghee to the Sabarimala temple, asserting that the claims were baseless and that no adulteration has taken place in any of its products.He said the ghee supplied to Sabarimala were tested and certified by the state laboratory. According to Mani, TDB has not officially informed Milma of any quality lapse in the ghee supplied. “We do not compromise on quality or resort to adulteration for excessive profit,” he said.The chairman said there was suspicion that traders from outside the state could be behind the controversy.…
Varsha Ashok Aglawe, the newly appointed DG of Geological Survey of India (GSI) Kolkata: Varsha Ashok Aglawe on Monday assumed charge as the 54th director general of the Geological Survey of India (GSI), becoming the first woman to lead India’s premier geoscientific organisation in its 176-year history.She succeeds Asit Saha, who served as director general from July 27, 2024, to July 31, 2026. Aglawe previously served as additional director general and head of dept of GSI’s eastern region in Kolkata.A geoscientist with more than three decades of experience, Aglawe joined GSI in 1992 after serving with the Indian Bureau of…
Bandipora, Aug 3: More than 80 people were rescued after cloudbursts and flash floods triggered by incessant rainfall affected several parts of Bandipora district on Monday, prompting a large-scale rescue and evacuation operation by the police.In a statement the police said, acting on the directions of the Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP), police teams were rushed to the affected areas of Arin, Dardpora, Sumlar, Aragam and other vulnerable locations following reports of cloudbursts and rising water levels.Officials said over 80 stranded persons were rescued from Neelupati Sirender and shifted to safer locations. In Tota Mode, two families were evacuated after their…