anup kumar

A retired junior engineer from Odisha has been sentenced to two years of rigorous imprisonment for embezzling government funds. Anup Kumar Das was found guilty of misappropriating Rs 1,560 by fabricating payments to non-existent labourers for a pond excavation project. The court also imposed a fine, with an additional jail term for non-payment.

Khandaghosh constituency in Bardhaman district is a key SC-reserved seat. It features a mixed agrarian and semi-industrial economy. Voter concerns include agricultural support, employment, and welfare. Historically Left-influenced, it is now a bipolar TMC-BJP contest. The TMC holds the seat with a significant margin, reflecting strong community support.

Five people died and seven were injured when an SUV collided head-on with a soybean-laden tractor-trolley on the Tawa river bridge in Narmadapuram district early Monday. The marriage party was returning from Mana village when the tragic accident occurred around 1:30 am.

The National Human Rights Commission has directed the National Highways Authority of India to submit an Action Taken Report within two weeks regarding alleged safety lapses on National Highway 326 in Odisha's Rayagada district.

The National Human Rights Commission has directed the National Highways Authority of India to submit an action taken report within two weeks regarding safety lapses on NH-326 in Rayagada district. The commission is investigating a complaint alleging a lack of safety fences and retaining walls on ghat stretches, posing risks to commuters and potentially violating the right to life.

A human rights activist has petitioned the President alleging police brutality and corporate misconduct in Rayagada's Kashipur block. The complaint details alleged midnight raids, unwarranted detentions, and lathicharge on villagers, alongside concerns about environmental damage and unfulfilled promises from bauxite mining. The President's office has forwarded the plea to the Chief Secretary for action.

In a historic electoral upset, the BJP has secured its first-ever assembly election victory in West Bengal, unseating Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee after 15 years. The results, reflecting a record 92.47% voter turnout, saw the BJP's "Bhoy out, Bharosa in" slogan resonate strongly, surpassing the TMC's "Maa maati manush" narrative.

In a significant ruling, the Jharkhand High Court has instructed the Deputy Commissioner of Ramgarh to facilitate the rehabilitation of shopkeepers around the Chinnamastika Temple in Rajrappa within a month. The shop owners had previously contested an eviction notice, asserting that the three-day ultimatum was unreasonable and devoid of any rehabilitation framework.

A heartbreaking episode unfolded in Gumla's Ghagra region, where a 32-year-old man named Anup Kumar Pandey lost his life after being trampled by an elephant. He was among a group that ventured into the forest to catch a glimpse of the majestic giant.

In a heartbreaking incident, a 55-year-old woman lost her life after being trampled by a wild elephant while foraging for mahua fruit in the Basia block of Gumla. This tragic event marks the fourth fatality caused by the same elephant this year.

Khunti markets reopened after a one-and-a-half-day shutdown as the Kendriya Ramnavmi Mahasamiti withdrew its bandh call. This followed assurances from local administration regarding impartial action on FIRs filed after a Saturday clash. Officials stated the incident stemmed from trade rivalry, not community conflict, and arrests will be evidence-based.

The National Human Rights Commission has sought an action taken report from the Odisha government regarding allegations of distributing supplementary food under the Chhatua nutrition program without timely safety tests. A complaint highlighted a mismatch between testing timelines and product shelf life, potentially exposing beneficiaries to health risks.

The National Human Rights Commission has demanded an action report from Odisha regarding allegations of distributing supplementary nutrition without timely safety checks. A human rights activist's complaint highlights that food testing takes longer than the product's shelf life, potentially risking beneficiaries' health. The NHRC has given the state four weeks to respond to these serious concerns.

The National Human Rights Commission has ordered the Koraput district administration to investigate an alleged public humiliation and inhuman punishment of a tribal couple. A human rights activist complained that a village "kangaroo court" forced the couple to plough a field like bullocks for marrying within their lineage.

The National Human Rights Commission has demanded action reports from Odisha authorities following the alleged electrocution of a 30-year-old man in Koraput due to an unprotected transformer. A human rights activist filed a complaint alleging the electricity department's negligence in failing to secure the transformer, leading to the fatal incident.

One of the finest actors Bengali cinema has ever seen, Anup Kumar was popular for his captivating performances in both, lead and character roles.

Magadh University is set to embark on its inaugural archaeological excavation at Dubba, an area known for its layered Buddhist and Brahmanical heritage. Scheduled to commence in March, the project will explore potential monasteries, stupas, and temple complexes while immersing students in hands-on archaeological fieldwork.

AIIMS-Patna's eye bank has successfully performed 45 corneal transplants since April 30, 2025, with 64 donations received. The facility, approved by Sotto, is addressing various conditions including congenital blindness and post-surgery complications, with over 50 patients, including 10 blind individuals, on its waiting list.

Anup Kumar has been on the forefront as the Pro Kabaddi League as evolved in the past six seasons. India’s World Cup winning captain in 2016 has seen the league grow from just a promising idea to taking a primetime TV slot. After the last season ended, Anup Kumar announced his retirement and converted his prowess in the sport by becoming Puneri Paltan’s coach in April.

Anup Kumar, one of the iconic kabaddi stars, called it a day at the ongoing Pro Kabaddi League season-6 at Panchkula on Wednesday.

Star raider Anup Kumar from Haryana will lead India in next month's Kabaddi World Cup to be held in Ahmedabad.

Anup Kumar Dubey – the 1989 batch IRS officer from Jabalpur district in Madhya Pradesh, was on Monday relieved by the directorate of enforcement (ED) from the post of special director at its headquarters in New Delhi.