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Ranchi’s Birsa Munda Central Jail has seen the dismissal of its Senior Jailer, Rahul Kashyap, by the Home and Jail Department. An extensive investigation confirmed that Kashyap had secured his position by actively concealing his status as a convicted person. As a consequence of this serious breach of trust, the department has ordered his immediate termination and cessation of all salary and benefits. The core issue leading to Kashyap’s dismissal involved his employment at the Hotwar jail in Ranchi, where he allegedly masked his criminal conviction. To address these serious allegations, the Jail Department formed a three-person inquiry panel. After…

A case is now registered against suspended Kerala Congress MLA Rahul Mamkootathil after a woman filed a serious complaint of sexual assault and forced abortion. The Valiyamala Police Station acted on the detailed statement taken from the accuser late Thursday. Police are committed to a thorough investigation, examining all aspects of the claims. The complainant had reportedly approached Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan with her allegations of serious misconduct by the suspended Congress leader. Officials have promised to provide further details once preliminary investigation stages are complete. Within the Congress party, responses indicate adherence to due process. Deepa Dasmunsi, overseeing Congress…

Noreen Niazi, the sister of incarcerated former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan, has issued a stark warning about his prolonged isolation and the alleged widespread abuse of human rights within Pakistan’s correctional facilities. For over four weeks, Khan has been cut off from family visits and legal consultations, a situation his sister equates to a systematic deprivation of basic rights. Niazi drew parallels between Khan’s current confinement and a previous instance of solitary confinement that lasted three weeks, exceeding legal limits and depriving him of essentials like electricity and reading materials, all while under the oppressive conditions of extreme heat.…

Today, November 29th, Ranchi honors the 150th birth anniversary of the iconic tribal leader Birsa Munda with the grand opening of the ‘Dharti Aba Museum’ and the release of the book titled ‘Kranti Nayak Dharti Aba Birsa Munda.’ The venue for this significant cultural event is Arogya Bhavan, located in Bariatu. Union Minister for Tribal Affairs, Jual Oram, is expected to attend as the chief guest, accompanied by Minister of State for Defence, Sanjay Seth, as the distinguished guest. The event will be chaired by the esteemed Ram Bahadur Rai, who holds the position of Chairman at the Indira Gandhi…

Ram Pothineni’s latest cinematic offering, ‘Andhra King Taluka,’ is now playing in theatres, but fans eager for its digital availability can look forward to a Netflix release. The streaming giant has secured the rights, with the film anticipated to begin streaming in late December, around the Christmas and New Year festivities. An official announcement from the filmmakers is expected shortly. Online discussions reveal a strong positive reception, particularly on X, where fans are celebrating the movie’s unique strengths. Praise is directed towards the compelling script, the well-chosen cast, and the energetic music. Many believe ‘Andhra King Taluka’ could redefine Ram…

The Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 auction is generating significant excitement as all five franchises – Delhi Capitals, Gujarat Giants, Mumbai Indians, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, and UP Warriorz – compete to build their squads in New Delhi. The league’s top talents are being put up for bidding, with initial purchases including Deepti Sharma, Amelia Kerr, and Sophie Devine. A notable surprise saw Australian captain Alyssa Healy not receiving any offers. Stay updated with the latest from the WPL 2026 auction as teams strategically acquire players to enhance their competitive edge. The comprehensive list below details every player sold and their…

Delhi’s air quality has plunged back into the ‘Severe’ category, with the overall Air Quality Index (AQI) recorded at 384. This alarming development follows closely on the heels of the Commission for Air Quality Management lifting stringent Stage III restrictions, underscoring the persistent nature of pollution in the capital, now in its 14th consecutive day of poor air. The toxic air is not limited to Delhi; many areas across the National Capital Region (NCR) are also facing hazardous conditions. Within Delhi, a concerning 19 out of 39 monitoring stations have registered AQI levels in the ‘Severe’ range (401+). Prominent pollution…

A horrific fire incident in Hong Kong has led to a confirmed death toll of 94 people, with concerns rising for numerous individuals still unaccounted for. The catastrophic blaze originated on the external scaffolding of a 32-story residential tower and, exacerbated by strong winds, rapidly spread to encompass six other buildings within the Wang Fuk Court development. This complex houses close to 4,800 residents, many of them seniors, in around 2,000 apartments. Rescue operations continued into a second day, with smoke still lingering as teams searched the fire-damaged apartments. The entire complex had been under renovation at the time of…

A significant weather shift is underway, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) placing Tamil Nadu under a red alert for heavy to very heavy rainfall, accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning. This warning signals potentially disruptive weather patterns for the southern state. Simultaneously, the IMD is monitoring a cold wave gripping parts of Punjab, while a yellow alert is in effect for Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi, Himachal Pradesh, and Odisha due to expected fog. This widespread meteorological activity necessitates awareness for residents across multiple regions of the country.

A significant 6.0 magnitude earthquake rattled the Anchorage metropolitan area early Thursday morning, making it the largest tremor to strike south-central Alaska since 2021. The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) reported the earthquake occurred at 8:11 a.m. local time, with its epicenter located approximately 7 miles northwest of Susitna, about 67 miles from Anchorage. Emergency officials have indicated that immediate infrastructural damage appears to be minimal, a scenario consistent with the earthquake’s moderate depth of 43 miles (69 kilometers). Mayor Suzanne LaFrance of Anchorage reported via social media that city inspectors had found no issues with major public utilities or infrastructure.…