Krishna Kumar

Padmanabhapuram, a DMK stronghold, has seen the party secure victory in the assembly seat for four consecutive elections since 2006. Current MLA Mano Thangaraj, a state minister, won the 2021 polls by a significant margin of nearly 27,000 votes, building on a larger win in 2016. The constituency recorded a 74% voter turnout in the 2021 elections.

Sweta Prasad, a 17-year-old from Ranchi, defied challenging circumstances to top the JAC intermediate commerce exams with 95.6%. Her father's farming income and family medical needs meant no private coaching, yet Sweta's quiet determination and self-study, supported by loans, led her to achieve 478 out of 500 marks. She now aspires to become a chartered accountant and support her family.

Gumla district achieved top positions in Class XII examinations, securing first in arts, second in science, and third in commerce, a significant improvement from previous years. This academic leap is attributed to the 'Board Exam Vijay Abhiyan' initiative, which focused on comprehensive student support and teacher engagement.

A significant political shift is unfolding in Kerala as the UDF surges past the 100-seat mark, leading in 102 constituencies. The ruling LDF trails with 37 seats, and the NDA is confined to a single seat. Several ministers are trailing, while some UDF leaders secure substantial leads, indicating a strong comeback for the front.

A significant UDF wave is reshaping Kerala's political landscape, challenging established legacies and incumbency. Key figures and traditional strongholds are facing unexpected reversals, indicating a strong public demand for change. While some close contests persist, the overall trend points towards a decisive mandate for the UDF, marking a departure from personality-driven politics and historical strongholds.

The Sultan Palace in Patna, a treasure from 1922, is on the brink of demolition after being labeled 'non-heritage.' Historians and activists have voiced their concerns, urging intervention from the Prime Minister's Office and local authorities. Despite an earlier cabinet decision to safeguard this architectural gem, new findings from a committee have reignited fears of destruction.

In Bihar, the tough stance on liquor prohibition finds itself in a relentless struggle with liquor smuggling. This has triggered a substantial crackdown with authorities reporting over 9,36,000 cases and the confiscation of vast quantities of illegal spirits

Mother of Saurabh Rajput confronted the accused in the "blue drum" murder case outside a Meerut court, expressing her grief and demanding the death penalty. Rajput, a former Merchant Navy officer, was murdered and dismembered by his wife and her alleged lover. The trial is ongoing, with 22 witness statements recorded.

Two teenage girls drowned while bathing in the Chutiya river in Gumla on Thursday. Three other girls present at the scene were rescued by locals. The deceased have been identified as Kajal Kumari, 25, and her cousin Deepika Kumari, 17.

From counting strays and drug addicts to SIR and Census work, govt school educators have ever-longer to-do lists