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Bangladeshi Leader’s Son Credits PM Modi for Saving Sheikh Hasina’s Life Amid Assassination Plot

19Nov

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Politics, world

Bangladeshi Leader’s Son Credits PM Modi for Saving Sheikh Hasina’s Life Amid Assassination Plot

Dhaka: Sheikh Hasina’s son, Sajeeb Wazed, has publicly thanked Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi for saving his mother’s life during last year’s attempted coup in Bangladesh. Speaking to news agency ANI, Wazed revealed that during the July 2024 rebellion, terrorists had plotted to assassinate the ousted Awami League leader, and India played a crucial role in protecting her. Wazed said: “India has always been a true friend. During difficult times, the Indian government effectively saved my mother’s life. I will always remain grateful to Prime Minister Modi for this.” Threats During the Coup According to Wazed, terrorists would have killed Sheikh Hasina if she had remained in Bangladesh. His statement comes just days after the International Crimes Tribunal of Bangladesh sente...

Thousands of Farmers Were Marching to Ujjain; Intelligence Inputs Shocked the Government — Inside Story Behind Land Pooling Cancellation

19Nov

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Madhya Pradesh, Politics, State

Thousands of Farmers Were Marching to Ujjain; Intelligence Inputs Shocked the Government — Inside Story Behind Land Pooling Cancellation

Ujjain: In a dramatic late-night decision, the Madhya Pradesh government has withdrawn the proposed land pooling plan for the upcoming mega spiritual township being developed for the Simhastha event in Ujjain. Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav announced the reversal shortly after holding a crucial meeting with the Bharatiya Kisan Sangh, BJP leaders, and local representatives. This decision comes at a time when thousands of farmers were preparing to march to Ujjain, triggering serious concerns for law and order. Highly placed sources confirm that alarming intelligence reports played a major role in the government’s sudden U-turn. What Angered the Farmers The land pooling project proposed the acquisition of 2,378 hectares of land spread across 17 villages, affecting nearly 1,800 landow...

Rahul Gandhi Tried to Hijack the Title of Jan Nayak’: KC Tyagi Launches Fierce Attack on Congress

19Nov

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Bihar, Politics, State

Rahul Gandhi Tried to Hijack the Title of Jan Nayak’: KC Tyagi Launches Fierce Attack on Congress

In a sharp political offensive, senior JD(U) leader KC Tyagi has accused the Congress party—and particularly Rahul Gandhi—of attempting to “usurp” the revered title of Jan Nayak, historically associated with socialist icon and former Bihar Chief Minister Karpoori Thakur. Tyagi said the people of Bihar have categorically rejected this attempt and have “shown the mirror” to Rahul Gandhi. Tyagi: Rahul Gandhi Tried to Appropriate Karpoori Thakur’s Legacy Speaking to The Economic Times, Tyagi said the defeat of the opposition alliance in Bihar was not only a strong endorsement of the Nitish Kumar government’s policies but also a “public outburst of anger” against Congress’s alleged attempt to hijack Karpoori Thakur’s legacy. “Instead of crying foul about vote theft, the Congress leader...

Kangaroo Court in Bangladesh? Judges Forced, Hasina Awarded Death Sentence; Serious Allegations Surface Against Yunus Govt

19Nov

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Politics, world

Kangaroo Court in Bangladesh? Judges Forced, Hasina Awarded Death Sentence; Serious Allegations Surface Against Yunus Govt

**** Dhaka: A massive constitutional storm has hit Bangladesh after shocking revelations emerged regarding the death sentence handed to former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. According to legal experts and eyewitness accounts, the verdict delivered by the International Crimes Tribunal–Bangladesh (ICT-B) was not only politically motivated but also obtained through force, intimidation, and unconstitutional actions. Reports indicate that Mohammad Yunus’s regime orchestrated a complete breakdown of judicial procedures to ensure Hasina’s conviction, raising global concerns about the collapse of democratic institutions in Bangladesh. Experts Claim the Tribunal Had No Legal Authority A prominent Bangladeshi constitutional expert revealed that the President had no legal power to issue th...

Rising Influence of Keshav Prasad Maurya: BJP Targets Multiple Political Gains with Strategic Moves

19Nov

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Politics, State, Uttar Pradesh

Rising Influence of Keshav Prasad Maurya: BJP Targets Multiple Political Gains with Strategic Moves

Lucknow: The political stature of Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya continues to grow within the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). After his effective role as co-in-charge in the recently concluded Bihar Assembly elections—where the BJP emerged as the single largest party winning 89 seats—Maurya has now been entrusted with another crucial responsibility. The party leadership has appointed him as the Central Observer for selecting the leader of the BJP Legislature Party in Bihar. Key Team to Oversee Leadership Selection As per a letter issued by BJP National Office Secretary Arun Singh, Maurya will be accompanied by Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal and former Union Minister Sadhvi Niranjan Jyoti, who have been named as co-observers. Their task is to coordinate a...

Bihar Government Formation Live: NDA Meets Today, Nitish Kumar Set for 10th Term as CM

18Nov

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Bihar, Politics, State

Bihar Government Formation Live: NDA Meets Today, Nitish Kumar Set for 10th Term as CM

** Patna, 18 November 2025: The NDA’s legislative party meeting is underway in Patna today, where all coalition MLAs are expected to formally elect their leader. Sources indicate that Nitish Kumar will be declared the leader of the NDA legislative party unopposed, paving the way for him to take oath as Bihar’s Chief Minister for a record 10th term on 20 November. The current assembly will be dissolved on 19 November, creating a smooth administrative transition for the new government. Cabinet Formation DiscussionsCentral Home Minister Amit Shah hosted a three-hour strategy session to finalize the new cabinet lineup. Key participants included Lalan Singh and Sanjay Jha, discussing which ministers are likely to be retained and which new faces may join the council. Sources suggest that b...

Mamata Banerjee’s Nephew Secures Relief from MP High Court; Arrest Warrant Stayed in Defamation Case

18Nov

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Madhya Pradesh, Politics, State

Mamata Banerjee’s Nephew Secures Relief from MP High Court; Arrest Warrant Stayed in Defamation Case

Bhopal, 18 November 2025: The Madhya Pradesh High Court has granted significant relief to Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee, staying the arrest warrant issued against him in a defamation case filed by former BJP MLA Akash Vijayvargiya. The case pertains to a public rally held in Kolkata in November 2020, during which Abhishek allegedly referred to Akash Vijayvargiya as a “goonda” (hooligan). Arrest Warrant Issued Over Non-AppearanceThe arrest warrant was originally issued by the Bhopal court after Abhishek repeatedly failed to appear in court since the proceedings began in May 2021. The warrant covered the period from 11 to 26 August 2025, prompting Abhishek’s legal team to challenge it in the High Court. Legal Team Claims MisrepresentationSenior advocates Anil Khare and M. Aga...

Patna Police Team Attacked While Raiding Liquor Racket; Jeep Damaged, One Officer Injured

18Nov

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Bihar, Politics, State

Patna Police Team Attacked While Raiding Liquor Racket; Jeep Damaged, One Officer Injured

Patna: A police team in Bihar’s capital Patna came under attack while attempting to apprehend liquor smugglers, resulting in one officer being injured and a police jeep badly damaged. The incident took place in the Yarpur slum area under the Gardanibagh police station jurisdiction. According to local reports, the police team had received information about illegal liquor trading late at night. When they reached the site around 10 PM, they found two men, including Prabhat Manjhi, reportedly under the influence of alcohol, and immediately took them into custody. Mob Attacks Police During ArrestAs the police were transporting the arrested individuals, locals joined forces with the accused, attacking the officers with bricks and stones. During the stone-pelting, one policeman sustained in...

Manjhi Criticizes Lalu, Tejashwi Over Rohini Acharya Allegations

18Nov

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Bihar, Politics, State

Manjhi Criticizes Lalu, Tejashwi Over Rohini Acharya Allegations

Patna, 18 November 2025: Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi has strongly commented on the ongoing controversy within the family of RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav concerning Rohini Acharya. While calling it an “internal matter,” Manjhi said those involved should feel “ashamed” for the serious allegations raised by Acharya and took a dig at Tejashwi Yadav’s electoral promises. Speaking to reporters, Manjhi said, “What can we say? This is their internal matter. But as far as the leader of the legislative party is concerned, only 5–10 people will decide. The fact is that Lalu ji is supporting Tejashwi. However, Tejashwi has committed a ‘heinous crime.’ Considering how Rohini Acharya has exposed these matters, these people should feel ashamed.” Manjhi Targets RJD’s ActionsCiting statements by R...

Ashok Gehlot Alleges Vote-Buying in Bihar Elections, Questions Election Commission

18Nov

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Politics, Rajasthan, State

Ashok Gehlot Alleges Vote-Buying in Bihar Elections, Questions Election Commission

Jaipur: Following the decisive victory of the NDA and the defeat of the Grand Alliance in the Bihar Assembly elections, reactions from political leaders have been pouring in. Former Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot has voiced strong criticism, accusing the Election Commission of allowing the elections to be “hijacked” by the BJP. Gehlot alleged that cash was openly distributed to voters, particularly women, during the election. “Women were given ₹10,000 each. Even as this was happening openly during polling, the Election Commission remained silent. This raises serious questions about the Commission’s role,” he said. The former Congress chief also highlighted the party’s performance in Rajasthan, noting that while the Congress secured consecutive victories in the state, it faced ...