Tragic incidents in Bihar saw eleven youths, including seven from one family, drown while bathing in Rohtas’ Sone River and Katihar’s floodwaters. In Rohtas, seven children, among them four siblings, lost their lives despite warnings of rising water levels. In Katihar, four youths drowned in floodwaters when their cries went unheard. Read More
A firm linked to a BJD functionary has been fined Rs 24.2 crore for excess mining at the Kasia hills stone quarry in Odisha’s Nayagarh district and must pay by Oct 20. The firm contests these allegations, claiming lack of detailed information from authorities. Read More
Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar emphasized that the judiciary and legislature should not engage in executive governance, as it deviates from democratic and constitutional norms. Speaking at an event honoring Karan Singh, Dhankhar highlighted the necessity of maintaining distinct roles for the executive, legislature, and judiciary to preserve democratic integrity. Read More
From Moscow’s theaters to Caribbean festivals, the Ramayana adapts to diverse cultural contexts worldwide. Featuring Russian, Caribbean, and Southeast Asian renditions, the epic tale helps maintain cultural identity and fosters unity across different communities. Significant differences include varying performance styles, incorporation of local traditions, and unique character interpretations, reflecting the Ramayana’s universal appeal. Read More
In East Midnapore’s Patashpur, a man named Sukhchand Maity was lynched by a mob after being accused of forcing poison on a woman, who later died. The victim’s family suspects it was related to her knowledge of Maity’s illicit relationship. Both incidents are under separate investigations. Read More
CPM MLA KT Jaleel pointed out that a majority of those involved in gold smuggling at Karipur airport are Muslims. He urged religious leaders to condemn such activities as anti-national and stressed that communities should address internal wrongdoings for meaningful reform and progress. Read More
