Security forces struck a major victory against Naxalites in Chhattisgarh’s Bijapur, where a fierce encounter left six rebels dead, four of them women cadres. The operation targeted a forested hilly border zone near Bhopalpatnam and Farsegarh stations in the National Park area. Intelligence inputs pinpointed Dilip Bendza, a key figure in the National Park Area Committee, prompting a coordinated search by elite units from DGR Bijapur, DGR Dantewada, STF, and CRPF 214. The firefight broke out as Maoists unleashed a barrage of bullets. Recovery operations yielded six bodies, including high-value target Dilip Bendza (Rs 8 lakh reward) and his associates:…
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Madhya Pradesh’s roads claimed another life in a brazen hit-and-run case in Khargone, where a careless driver mowed down innocent pedestrians and a biker before escaping. The accident in Maheshwar tehsil’s Dharagaon area has sparked outrage, with one fatality and three serious injuries reported. The sequence of events began at approximately 9 AM when a car racing at breakneck speed collided with motorcyclist Munna Karma (55), en route to purchase spices. The impact also felled Kailash (52) and Shubham, who was carrying his young daughter on the bike. Post-collision, the car crashed into a roadside tree, coming to a halt,…
Vidarbha etched their name in history by winning the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025-26, their first-ever triumph in India’s premier domestic List A competition. The final showdown against seasoned champions Saurashtra ended in celebration for Vidarbha, thanks to a collective brilliance from five exceptional performers. The final was illuminated by Atharva Taide’s masterful century as an opener, clinching him the Player of the Match award. This victory wasn’t a fluke; it was built on the shoulders of three prolific batsmen and two lethal bowlers who shone brightly across the tournament. Aman Ravindra Mokhade topped the run-scorers’ list with a staggering 814…
In a strong defense of Congress stalwart Rahul Gandhi, Rajya Sabha MP Pramod Tiwari emphasized on Monday how the Leader of Opposition never shirks his responsibilities toward Raebareli. Speaking to the media in Lucknow, Tiwari covered Gandhi’s impending visit, national security concerns, J&K terror incidents, and the MGNREGA name change controversy. Gandhi arrives at Lucknow airport today en route to his two-day Raebareli schedule, packed with meetings with residents, workers, problem-solving sessions, and project assessments. Tiwari highlighted Gandhi’s dedication: ‘He always prioritizes his electoral area and upholds his MP obligations impeccably.’ On defense, Tiwari critiqued the government’s self-reliance rhetoric while…
A Bangladeshi tribunal has dropped a bombshell by charging Hindu activist Chinmoy Krishna Das alongside 38 others for the shocking assassination of advocate Saiful Islam Alif outside Chittagong court last November. This ruling intensifies scrutiny on the interim government’s handling of minority-related violence. Judge Mohammad Jahidul Haq of the Speedy Trial Tribunal listened intently to submissions before formalizing the charges. Speaking exclusively to The Daily Star, assistant public prosecutor Rehanul Wazed Chowdhury revealed that Chinmoy faces murder and abetment charges under IPC Sections 302 and 109, while others are implicated under varied provisions. Currently, 23 of the accused are behind…
The countdown to T20 World Cup 2026 intensifies with India and Sri Lanka set to co-host from February 7. Yet, a shadow looms over South Africa as all-rounder Donovan Ferreira battles a fractured shoulder that threatens to bench him for the marquee event. Leading Joburg Super Kings in SA20, Ferreira’s heroics turned to heartbreak against Pretoria Capitals. Chasing a boundary on the last ball, his dive went awry, dislocating pain in his left shoulder. He bravely took guard for batting, endured one ball, then retired hurt amid visible agony. ESPNcricinfo reports confirm a shoulder fracture, ruling him out of SA20’s…
Skyrocketing electricity tariffs have long burdened Madhya Pradesh families, but the PM Surya Ghar Free Electricity Scheme is delivering unprecedented relief. Hailed as a boon, this central government program equips homes with solar panels, effectively nullifying power bills while promoting green energy. Eligible households receive generous subsidies to install rooftop solar systems, producing enough electricity for daily needs. Surplus energy sold back to the grid generates extra revenue, turning homes into mini power plants. In Shahdol, beneficiaries are vocal about the impact. Paras Jain recalls the constant fear of high bills from appliances like ACs and heaters. ‘Now, I use…
Love is in the air with the announcement of ‘Do Diwane Shahar Mein’, starring Siddhant Chaturvedi and Mrunal Thakur. Unveiled via a captivating teaser on social media, the romantic drama is set to enchant audiences on February 20, right in the heart of Valentine’s week. The teaser, shared by Siddhant on Instagram, teases: ‘Every love isn’t perfect, but it’s plenty. This city’s imperfect love tale. Teaser out now—fall in love this Valentine’s.’ Clocking in at 68 seconds, it revolves around the legendary ‘Do Diwane Shahar Mein’ from ‘Gharonda’ (1977), featuring the duo dancing with abandon. This gem, voiced by Runa…
Rajasthan’s political arena heats up as Congress leader Tika Ram Juli accuses BJP of orchestrating a voter deletion drive disguised as Special Intensive Revision (SIR). Dismissing BJP’s national president nomination process as ‘pure drama,’ Juli highlighted the party’s undemocratic core. ‘They can’t fathom a Dalit leading nationally; it’s all for show,’ he told reporters. Detailing BJP’s control dynamics, Juli noted how a duo dominates decisions, selecting puppets to maintain grip. The real flashpoint: Rajasthan’s voter list overhaul. Pre-Amit Shah’s tour, processes ran seamlessly—verifications done, drafts published, objections invited. Then, deletion pleas surged suspiciously. Juli handled 25,000 such forms himself, spotting…
Moscow is mulling over an unexpected overture from U.S. President Donald Trump, who has invited Russian leader Vladimir Putin to sit on the ‘Board of Peace’ dedicated to Gaza reconstruction and stability. This revelation from the Kremlin marks a rare moment of potential U.S.-Russia collaboration post-Ukraine tensions. Speaking to the press, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov confirmed the diplomatic note. ‘We’ve received the formal invitation for President Putin via official channels and are studying it in detail,’ he noted, as reported by TASS. Peskov emphasized Russia’s hope for forthcoming clarifications from American counterparts on the board’s structure and objectives. The initiative…