The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has barred 14 toll collection agencies for irregular fee collection activities at toll plazas. Following raids and an FIR by the UP Special Task Force, NHAI found their responses unsatisfactory and debarred them for two years, forfeiting over Rs 100 crore in performance securities.
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Thailand issued a special stamp based on 18th-century Ramayan mural paintings during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit. Highlighting cultural ties, PM Modi was also gifted the World Tipitaka in Pali by the Thai PM. He witnessed a Thai Ramayana performance, underscoring shared cultural heritage. Modi's foreign visits often showcase India's rich traditions, reflecting deep historical and cultural connections.
Aam Aadmi Party leader Atishi announced the party's decision to contest the 2027 Goa assembly elections independently, along with the upcoming Zilla Parishad and municipal elections. In the 2024 General Elections, BJP and INC each won a parliamentary seat, while BJP led the 2022 Goa Legislative Assembly elections with 20 seats and the highest vote share of 33.31%.
Cockfight organisers in Andhra Pradesh have upped the ante this Sankranti by offering high-value prizes like Mahindra Thar, Royal Enfield bullets, and home appliances. These lucrative rewards have attracted participants from major cities, aiming to enhance enthusiasm for the traditional sport while ensuring memorable experiences for contestants.
A city-based doctor, Dr. Ashish Srivastava, has been accused of murdering his wife Priyanka Sharma by sedating and drowning her in a bathtub during their vacation in Thailand. Her father, Satyanarayan Sharma, reported the incident, alleging long-standing marital issues and harassment. An FIR has been filed and an investigation is underway.
Uma Bharti commended Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath for the exceptional arrangements at the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj. More than 40 crore people are expected over 45 days. Bharti praised the seamless facilities, enhanced security, and polite administration, highlighting the excellent management and preparations for the event, especially in cold weather.
Fifty Maoists, including 14 with hefty bounties, surrendered in Bijapur, Chhattisgarh, just before PM Modi's arrival in Raipur. This mass surrender follows the killing of 17 Maoists by security forces in Sukma, raising the year's toll to 134. The surrendered rebels cited disillusionment with Maoist ideologies and exploitation by senior cadres.
Pilgrims visiting the 2025 Mahakumbh in Prayagraj can expect a spectacular drone show depicting spiritual events like 'Samudra Manthan.' The show will feature 2,000 illuminated drones and take place during the event's opening and closing. Additionally, visitors will enjoy attractions like floating restaurants, water activities, and laser light shows, enhancing their experience at this globally significant festival.
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